National Association Of Black Journalists is located in College Park, MD. The organization was established in 1982. According to its NTEE Classification (A03) the organization is classified as: Professional Societies & Associations, under the broad grouping of Arts, Culture & Humanities and related organizations. As of 12/2023, National Association Of Black Journalists employed 10 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. National Association Of Black Journalists 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, National Association Of Black Journalists generated $5.7m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 9 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 12.5% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $5.4m during the year ending 12/2023. While expenses have increased by 9.5% per year over the past 9 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
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
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TO EDUCATE YOUNG BLACKS TO PURSUE CAREERS IN JOURNALISM
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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CONVENTION - THE NABJ CONVENTION AND CAREER FAIR IS THE PREMIER VENUE FOR DIGITAL JOURNALISM EDUCATION, CAREER DEVELOPMENT, AND THE NATION'S LEADERS IN MEDIA, BUSINESS, ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT AND TECHNOLOGY. PROFESSIONAL JOURNALISTS, STUDENTS AND EDUCATORS TAKE PART IN FULL AND HALF DAY SEMINARS DESIGNED TO STRENGTHEN AND ENHANCE THEIR SKILLS. WORKSHOPS THROUGHOUT THE FIVE-DAY CONVENTION WILL HIGHLIGHT JOURNALISM ETHICS, ENTREPRENEURSHIP, SPECIALIZED JOURNALISM AND TRANSITIONING JOURNALISM SKILLS TO BOOK PUBLISHING, SCREEN WRITING AND MEDIA RELATIONS.
OTHER NABJ PROGRAM SERVICES ARE COMMITTED TO STRENGHTENING TIES AMONG BLACK JOURNALISTS; SENSITIZING ALL MEDIA TO THE IMPORTANCE OF FAIRNESS IN THE WORKPLACE FOR BLACK JOURNALISTS; INCREASING THE NUMBER OF BLACK JOURNALISTS IN MANAGEMENT POSITIONS; EXPANDING JOB OPPORTUNITIES AND RECRUITING ACTIVITIES FOR VETERANS AND ASPIRING BLACK JOURNALISTS; PROVIDING PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND TRAINING FOR BLACK JOURNALISTS; WORKING WITH HIGH SCHOOLS AND COLLEGES TO IDENTIFY AND ENCOURAGE BLACK STUDENTS TO BECOME JOURNALISTS AND TO PROVIDE INFORMATION AND TRAINING SERVICES TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC.
SCHOLARSHIP - THE ASSOCIATION SPONSORS VARIOUS SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMS THAT PROVIDE CASH SCHOLARSHIPS AND GRANTS TO SELECTED QUALIFYING INDIVIDUALS TO ENABLE THEM TO COMMENCE OR CONTINUE WITH THEIR STUDIES.
Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
---|---|---|---|
Kathy Chaney Vice President | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Jasmine Styles Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Angela Smith Director | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Ken Lemon President | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Amir Vera Vice President | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Madison Carter Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Statement of Revenue | |
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Federated campaigns | $0 |
Membership dues | $316,683 |
Fundraising events | $0 |
Related organizations | $0 |
Government grants | $0 |
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $2,720,649 |
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $65,800 |
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $3,037,332 |
Total Program Service Revenue | $2,040,246 |
Investment income | $486,682 |
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 | $5,699,893 |
Statement of Expenses | |
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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. | $0 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
Other salaries and wages | $945,009 |
Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
Other employee benefits | $218,210 |
Payroll taxes | $85,484 |
Fees for services: Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
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 | $739,533 |
Advertising and promotion | $0 |
Office expenses | $25,521 |
Information technology | $0 |
Royalties | $0 |
Occupancy | $39,122 |
Travel | $161,009 |
Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 |
Interest | $0 |
Payments to affiliates | $0 |
Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $5,581 |
Insurance | $32,604 |
All other expenses | $900,430 |
Total functional expenses | $5,364,328 |
Balance Sheet | |
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Cash—non-interest-bearing | $2,440,538 |
Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
Accounts receivable, net | $450,138 |
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 | $154,156 |
Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $167,199 |
Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
Investments—other securities | $4,821,087 |
Investments—program-related | $0 |
Intangible assets | $0 |
Other assets | $0 |
Total assets | $8,033,118 |
Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $217,450 |
Grants payable | $0 |
Deferred revenue | $769,243 |
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 | $152,231 |
Total liabilities | $1,138,924 |
Net assets without donor restrictions | $6,049,093 |
Net assets with donor restrictions | $845,101 |
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 | $8,033,118 |