Coalition Of Black Trade Unionists is located in Washington, DC. The organization was established in 1978. According to its NTEE Classification (J40) the organization is classified as: Labor Unions, under the broad grouping of Employment and related organizations. As of 12/2021, Coalition Of Black Trade Unionists employed 3 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Coalition Of Black Trade Unionists is a 501(c)(5) and as such, is described as a "Labor, Agricultural, and Horticultural Organization" by the IRS.
For the year ending 12/2021, Coalition Of Black Trade Unionists generated $434.7k 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 (6.9%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $564.4k during the year ending 12/2021. As we would expect to see with falling revenues, expenses have declined by (3.3%) per year over the past 7 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
2021
Describe the Organization's Mission:
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THE INTERNATIONAL COALITION OF BLACK TRADE UNIONISTS (CBTU) IS AN ORGANIZATION COMPRISED OF MEMBERS FROM SEVENTY-SEVEN INTERNATIONAL AND NATIONAL UNIONS WITH FORTY TWO CHAPTERS ACROSS THE COUNTRY. CBTU SEEKS TO ORGANIZE WORKERS, SUPPORT CIVIL RIGHTS INITIATIVES AND IMPROVE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES FOR BLACK WORKERS. CBTU WORKS WITH CIVIC GROUPS TO IMPROVE LIVING AND WORKING CONDITIONS AND TO PROVIDE A VOICE FOR MINORITIES.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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CBTU SEEKS TO ORGANIZE WORKERS, SUPPORT CIVIL RIGHTS INITIATIVES AND IMPROVE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES FOR BLACK WORKERS. CBTU WORKS WITH CIVIC GROUPS TO IMPROVE LIVING AND WORKING CONDITIONS AND TO PROVIDE A VOICE FOR MINORITIES. ANNUALLY CBTU PUTS ON AN INFORMATIONAL CONVENTION THAT IS OPEN TO MEMBERS AND OTHERS.
Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
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Robin Williams Treasurer (p) | Officer | 5 | $0 |
Robert Simpson Corresponding Secretary (p) | Officer | 1 | $0 |
Wayne Blanchard Recording Secretary | Officer | 1 | $0 |
Rev Terrence Melvin President | Officer | 5 | $0 |
Clayola Brown First Vice President | Officer | 1 | $0 |
Lew Moye Second Vice President | Officer | 1 | $0 |
Statement of Revenue | |
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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 | $299,339 |
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $299,339 |
Total Program Service Revenue | $77,934 |
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 | $434,673 |
Statement of Expenses | |
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Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $435 |
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. | $0 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
Other salaries and wages | $139,203 |
Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
Other employee benefits | $0 |
Payroll taxes | $13,652 |
Fees for services: Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Legal | $1,370 |
Fees for services: Accounting | $35,400 |
Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Other | $2,044 |
Advertising and promotion | $0 |
Office expenses | $30,612 |
Information technology | $60,572 |
Royalties | $0 |
Occupancy | $0 |
Travel | $35,828 |
Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $143,176 |
Interest | $0 |
Payments to affiliates | $0 |
Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $18,768 |
Insurance | $1,154 |
All other expenses | $0 |
Total functional expenses | $564,383 |
Balance Sheet | |
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Cash—non-interest-bearing | $166,227 |
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 | $7,406 |
Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $12,127 |
Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
Investments—other securities | $0 |
Investments—program-related | $0 |
Intangible assets | $0 |
Other assets | $27,745 |
Total assets | $213,505 |
Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $7,119 |
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 | $7,119 |
Net assets without donor restrictions | $48,657 |
Net assets with donor restrictions | $157,729 |
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 | $213,505 |
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 6 grants that Coalition Of Black Trade Unionists has recieved totaling $72,000.
Awarding Organization | Amount |
---|---|
International Union United Auto Aerospace & Agricultural Workers Detroit, MI PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $25,000 |
International Union Of Painters And Allied Trades Hanover, MD PURPOSE: FINANCIAL SUPPORT | $10,000 |
United Food And Commercial Workers International Union Washington, DC PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $10,000 |
American Federation Of State County & Municipal Employees Washington, DC PURPOSE: Sponsorship | $10,000 |
International Association Of Machinists & Aerospace Grand Lodge Upper Marlboro, MD PURPOSE: SPONSORSHIP | $10,000 |
American Postal Workers Union Washington, DC PURPOSE: SPONSORSHIP | $7,000 |