Communicating For Americainc
- Assets
- $1.4m
- Revenue
- $2.3m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 7
- Location
- Fergus Falls, MN
- Founding
- Data as of
- 12/2017
- EIN
- 41-1281767
Organization Overview
Communicating For Americainc is located in Fergus Falls, MN. As of 12/2017, Communicating For Americainc employed 7 individuals. Communicating For Americainc is a 501(c)(5) and as such, is described as a "Labor, Agricultural, and Horticultural Organization" by the IRS.
For the year ending 12/2017, Communicating For Americainc generated $2.3m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 3 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 4.0% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $2.4m during the year ending 12/2017. While expenses have increased by 6.0% per year over the past 3 years. They've been increasing with an increasing level of total revenue. 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
2017
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
PROMOTE THE BETTERMENT OF THE CONDITIONS OF THOSE ENGAGED IN AGRICULTURE, THE IMPROVEMENT OF THEIR PRODUCTS, AND THEIR OCCUPATIONAL EFFICIENCY, INCLUDING THEIR HEATLTH AND WELL-BING.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
COMMUNICATING FOR AMERICA (CA) PROVIDES INFORMATION AND RESOURCES TO MEMBERS THROUGH MONTHLY NEWSLETTERS, PRINTED MATERIALS, AND A COMPREHENSIVE WEBSITE. CA'S QUALIFIED STAFF FURTHER ASSISTS MEMBERS WITH SPECIFIC CONCERNS OR REQUESTS FOR INFORMATION AND ASSISTANCE. CA IS A NATIONAL LEADER THAT SUPPORTS AFFORDABLE HEALTHCARE FOR ALL AMERICANS. CA EDUCATES MEMBERS ABOUT AFFORDABLE HEALTH INSURANCE AND GAP PLANS TO STRETCH HEALTHCARE DOLLARS. CA WAS INSTRUMENTAL IN THE CREATION OF THE NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF COMPREHENSIVE HEALTH INSURANCE PLANS (NASCHIP) AND CONTINUES TO ADVOCATE ON BEHALF OF MEMBERS WITH INSURANCE COMPANIES, REGULATORS, AND LAWMAKERS. CA PROMOTES AND SUPPORTS INTERNATIONAL AND DOMESTIC TRAINING, INTERNSHIP, AND (CONTINUED ON SCHEDULE O)... APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAMS IN OCCUPATIONS RELATING TO AGRICULTURE, FORESTRY, AND FISHING. CA ALSO WORKS TO ESTABLISH AND REGISTER NATIONAL SKILL STANDARDS WITH THE US DEPARTMENT OF LABOR FOR APPRENTICESHIP TRAINING IN AGRICULTURAL OCCUPATIONS, WHICH ENABLES PARTICIPANTS TO RECEIVE ON THE JOB TRAINING, EDUCATIONAL COURSE WORK, AND CULTURAL EXPERIENCE IN THE US AND ABROAD.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
David Ramey Vp/director | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $1,000 |
Mark Ritchie Director | Trustee | 1 | $1,000 |
Robert Rumpza Director | Trustee | 1 | $14,125 |
Angela Nelson CFO | Officer | 30 | $43,663 |
Stephen Rufer Secr./gen. C | Officer | 5 | $1,000 |
Jeff Smedsrud Chairman/ceo | Officer | 30 | $29,000 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Ihc Health Solutions Member Benefits | 12/30/16 | $326,177 |
Association Management Services Llc Consulting | 12/30/16 | $122,286 |
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 | $0 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $0 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $2,195,920 |
| Investment income | $1,914 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | -$892 |
| 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 | $2,256,826 |
| 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 | $845,706 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $131,179 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $131,179 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $221,617 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $0 |
| Payroll taxes | $63,553 |
| Fees for services: Management | $440,000 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $47,230 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $0 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $123,631 |
| Advertising and promotion | $6,457 |
| Office expenses | $26,947 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $0 |
| Travel | $26,650 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $5,984 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $5,791 |
| Insurance | $6,381 |
| All other expenses | $48,681 |
| Total functional expenses | $2,368,684 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $0 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $369,999 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $123,659 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $184,385 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $1,049 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $24,016 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $2,276 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $667,099 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $1,372,483 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $211,893 |
| 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 | $389,979 |
| Total liabilities | $601,872 |
| Unrestricted restricted net Assets | $770,611 |
| Temporarily restricted net Assets | $0 |
| Permanently restricted net Assets or current funds | $0 |
| Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds | $0 |
| Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, building, or equipment fund | $0 |
| Total net assets or fund balances | $770,611 |