Kindling Group Nfp
- Assets
- $297.3k
- Revenue
- $386.8k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 4
- Location
- Chicago, IL
- Founding
- 06/2002
- Data as of
- 12/2023
- EIN
- 36-4478085
Organization Overview
Kindling Group Nfp is located in Chicago, IL. The organization was established in 2002. According to its NTEE Classification (A31) the organization is classified as: Film & Video, under the broad grouping of Arts, Culture & Humanities and related organizations. As of 12/2023, Kindling Group Nfp employed 4 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Kindling Group Nfp is a 501(c)(3) and as such, is described as a "Charitable or Religous organization or a private foundation" by the IRS.
For the year ending 12/2023, Kindling Group Nfp generated $386.8k in total revenue. This represents a relatively dramatic decline in revenue. Over the past 7 years, the organization has seen revenues fall by an average of (11.4%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $1.1m during the year ending 12/2023. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Since 2022, Kindling Group Nfp has awarded 22 individual grants totaling $691,703. If you would like to learn more about the grant giving history of this organization, scroll down to the grant profile section of this page.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
THE KINDLING GROUP IS A NONFICTION MEDIA STUDIO THAT CRAFTS OUTSTANDING DOCUMENTARIES AND IMPACT CAMPAIGNS TO INSPIRE, ENTERTAIN, AND IGNITE CHANGE. THE KINDLING GROUP'S PRODUCTIONS INVESTIGATE, DOCUMENT AND PRESENT SOCIAL, CIVIC, POLITICAL, HISTORIC AND EDUCATIONAL ISSUES.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
PRODUCTION OF DOCUMENTARIES AND IMPACT CAMPAIGNS THAT INSPIRE, ENTERTAIN, AND IGNITE CHANGE.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Michael Bloom Board Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Michael Hoffman Board Chair | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Marcelo Duek Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Josie Davis Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Marcelo Duek Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Daniel Alpert Executive Director | Officer | 40 | $88,200 |
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 | $357,500 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $357,500 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $26,282 |
| 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 | $386,818 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $307,848 |
| 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. | $88,200 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $60,270 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $18,364 |
| Payroll taxes | $15,313 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $2,407 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $21,421 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $0 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $0 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $36,350 |
| Travel | $0 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 |
| Interest | $13,518 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $25,214 |
| Insurance | $7,424 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $1,102,384 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $150,041 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $32,596 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $5,379 |
| 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 | $3,771 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $3,260 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $102,245 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $297,292 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $66,800 |
| 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 | $100,000 |
| Secured mortgages and notes payable | $165,700 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $39,981 |
| Total liabilities | $372,481 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | -$75,189 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $0 |
| 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 | $297,292 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Kindling Group Nfp has awarded $307,048 in support to 11 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
CHICAGO PUBLIC ART GROUP PURPOSE: TO CREATE ENERGY CONSERVATION ARTISTIC PIECES | $40,000 |
IN CARE OF BLACK WOMEN LLC PURPOSE: TO CREATE ENERGY CONSERVATION ARTISTIC PIECES | $45,000 |
FILAMENT THEATRE ENSEMBLE NFP PURPOSE: TO CREATE ENERGY CONSERVATION ARTISTIC PIECES | $8,220 |
ALT SPACE CHICAGO PURPOSE: TO CREATE ENERGY CONSERVATION ARTISTIC PIECESTO CREATE ENERGY CONSERVATION ARTISTIC PIECESTO CREATE ENERGY CONSERVATION ARTISTIC PIECES | $21,250 |
LEONARD SURYAJAYA PURPOSE: TO CREATE ENERGY CONSERVATION ARTISTIC PIECES | $70,000 |
LATHAM ZEARFOSS PURPOSE: TO CREATE ENERGY CONSERVATION ARTISTIC PIECES | $8,153 |