Science Fiction And Fantasy Writers Of America Inc

Organization Overview

Science Fiction And Fantasy Writers Of America Inc, operating under the name Sfwa, is located in San Lorenzo, CA. The organization was established in 2013. According to its NTEE Classification (A99) the organization is classified as: Arts, Culture & Humanities N.E.C., under the broad grouping of Arts, Culture & Humanities and related organizations. As of 12/2021, Sfwa employed 2 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Sfwa 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 12/2020, Sfwa generated $477.0k in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 6 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 2.2% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $479.2k during the year ending 12/2020. While expenses have increased by 4.4% per year over the past 6 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.

Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing

TAX YEAR

2020

Describe the Organization's Mission:

Part 3 - Line 1

WE ARE GENRE WRITERS FOCUSING ON SCIENCE FICTION AND FANTASY, FOSTERING A DIVERSE PROFESSIONAL COMMUNITY COMMITTED TO INCLUSION, EMPOWERMENT AND OUTREACH.

Describe the Organization's Program Activity:

Part 3 - Line 4a

THIS MISSION AREA SEEKS TO EDUCATE THE PUBLIC ABOUT GENRE WRITERS AND WRITING AS WELL AS EDUCATE AND DEVELOP GENRE WRITERS PROFESSIONALLY. PROGRAMS INCLUDE THE ANNUAL NEBULA AWARDS AND CONFERENCE, MENTORING, PUBLICATIONS FOR MEMBERS AND THE PUBLIC, BLOGS, ANTHOLOGIES, REGIONAL READING SERIES AND MEETINGS, VISIBILITY AT CONVENTIONS, HOSTING SIGS AND VIRTUAL EVENTS THAT BUILD COMMUNITY WITH PANELS, GATHERINGS AND GUIDED WRITING TIME FOR ALL GENRE WRITERS.


THIS MISSION AREA DEFENDS GENRE WRITERS AND ALSO ADVOCATES FOR GENRE WRITING AND WRITERS. PROGRAMS INCLUDE EXPOSING PREDATORY PRACTICES, ADVOCATING FOR COPYRIGHT ISSUES, INITIATIVES FOR HEALTHCARE, SAFETY, AND ACCESSIBILITY, SUPPORT FOR LITERARY ESTATES, FAIR PAYMENT AND FAIR CONTRACTS FOR GENRE WRITERS, AND ALSO OFFERS GRANTS FOR EMERGENCY MEDICAL EXPENSES AND TO GROUPS DEVELOPING AND EDUCATING NEW GENRE WRITERS AND WRITING, INCLUDING IN UNDERSERVED COMMUNITIES.


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Board, Officers & Key Employees

Name (title)Compensation
Nathan Lowell
CFO
$0
Tobias Buckell
Vice President
$0
Mary Robinette Kowal
President Jan-Jun
$0
Curtis Chen
Secretary Jan-Jun
$0
Adam Rakunas
Secretary Jul-Dec
$0
Jeffe Kennedy
Director/president
$0

Financial Statements

Statement of Revenue
Federated campaigns$0
Membership dues$166,845
Fundraising events$0
Related organizations$0
Government grants $0
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above$69,678
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f $0
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar$236,523
Total Program Service Revenue$201,953
Investment income $37,939
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 $597
Miscellaneous Revenue$0
Total Revenue $477,012

Grants Awarded

Over the last fiscal year, Science Fiction And Fantasy Writers Of America Inc has awarded $47,100 in support to 4 organizations.

Grant RecipientAmount

LOCUS PUBLICATIONS

Org PageRecipient Profile

Oakland, CA

PURPOSE: OPERATING EXP

$16,400

PARSEC INC (ALPHA)

PURPOSE: OPERATING EXP

$13,200

FIYAHCONNSS MEDIA LLC

PURPOSE: OPERATING EXP

$10,000

Oakland, CA

PURPOSE: OPERATING EXP

$7,500
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Grants Recieved

Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 1 grants that Science Fiction And Fantasy Writers Of America Inc has recieved totaling $45,019.

Awarding OrganizationAmount
Paypal Charitable Giving Fund

Washington, DC

PURPOSE: General Support

$45,019
View Grant Recipient Profile

Endowment Analysis

Beg. Balance$675,794
Net Contributions$28,972
Other Expense$34,452
Grants$54,199
Ending Balance$616,115

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