Cultural Engagement Laboratory
- Assets
- $285.1k
- Revenue
- $225.0k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 20
- Location
- Oakland, CA
- Founding
- 06/2014
- Data as of
- 12/2023
- EIN
- 26-1764185
Organization Overview
Cultural Engagement Laboratory is located in Oakland, CA. The organization was established in 2014. According to its NTEE Classification (R99) the organization is classified as: Civil Rights, Social Action & Advocacy N.E.C., under the broad grouping of Civil Rights, Social Action & Advocacy and related organizations. As of 12/2023, Cultural Engagement Laboratory employed 20 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Cultural Engagement Laboratory is a 501(c)(4) and as such, is described as a "Civic League, Social Welfare Organization, and Local Association of Employees" by the IRS.
For the year ending 12/2023, Cultural Engagement Laboratory generated $225.0k in total revenue. This represents a relatively dramatic decline in revenue. Over the past 9 years, the organization has seen revenues fall by an average of (17.9%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $422.7k during the year ending 12/2023. As we would expect to see with falling revenues, expenses have declined by (8.4%) per year over the past 9 years. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
TO PROMOTE AN INFORMED CITIZENRY THROUGH THE USE OF DIGITAL MEDIA AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
THE CULTURAL ENGAGEMENT LAB (CEL) IS A SOCIAL CHANGE ORGANIZATION THAT PROMOTES AN INFORMED CITIZENRY THROUGH THE USE OF DIGITAL AND SOCIAL MEDIA. THE CULTURAL ENGAGEMENT LAB (CEL) IGNITES CHANGE BY COLLABORATING WITH ARTISTS TO CREATE INSPIRING CONTENT THAT POWERS CAMPAIGNS AND CREATES A MORE JUST AND EQUITABLE WORLD. WE BRING EXPERIENCE AND EXPERTISE TO SUPPORT A WIDE-SCALE INTEGRATION OF CULTURAL STRATEGY AS A CORE COMPONENT OF ANY STRONG ADVOVACY OR ELECTORAL EFFORTS, ESPECIALLY THOSE THAT SEEK TO ENGAGE AND INSPIRE A MULTI-RACIAL COALITION.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Ian Inaba Chair | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Michael Crawford Vice Chair | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Anthony Francis Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Fenny Choo Fin. Dir. & Secty (see Sched O) | Officer | 1 | $7,567 |
Favianna Rodriguez President (see Sched O) | Officer | 1 | $7,565 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Inspire Justice Llc Video Production Services | 12/30/22 | $151,830 |
501 Strategies Llc Consulting Services | 12/30/22 | $125,000 |
Swayable Testing & Evaluation Svcs | 12/30/22 | $124,540 |
Soze Productions Inc Infl. Eng., Talent & Content Amp. | 12/30/22 | $102,600 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $0 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $225,003 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $225,003 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $0 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $225,003 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $15,133 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $10,215 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $148,553 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $0 |
| Payroll taxes | $13,946 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $898 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $6,226 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $184,910 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $1,515 |
| Information technology | $17,190 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $0 |
| Travel | $8,900 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $1,410 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $0 |
| Insurance | $484 |
| All other expenses | $46 |
| Total functional expenses | $422,664 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $285,063 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $0 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $0 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $0 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $0 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $285,063 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $29,686 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $0 |
| Tax-exempt bond liabilities | $0 |
| Escrow or custodial account liability | $0 |
| Loans and other payables to any current Officer, Director, or Controlling Person | $0 |
| Secured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $0 |
| Total liabilities | $29,686 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $242,877 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $12,500 |
| Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds | $0 |
| Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, building, or equipment fund | $0 |
| Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds | $0 |
| Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $285,063 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Cultural Engagement Laboratory has awarded $311,939 in support to 3 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
CEL EDUCATION FUND PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $125,963 |
FAITH IN PUBLIC LIFE ACTION FUND PURPOSE: SPIN-OFF OF PROGRAM | $121,486 |
NEO PHILANTHROPHY ACTION FUND PURPOSE: SPIN-OFF OF PROGRAM | $64,490 |