Methodist Federation For Social Action
- Assets
- $531.6k
- Revenue
- $309.3k
- Investments
- $10.6k
- Employees
- 3
- Location
- Detroit, MI
- Founding
- 04/2000
- Data as of
- 12/2021
- EIN
- 52-2150061
Organization Overview
Methodist Federation For Social Action is located in Detroit, MI. The organization was established in 2000. According to its NTEE Classification (Q01) the organization is classified as: Alliances & Advocacy, under the broad grouping of International, Foreign Affairs & National Security and related organizations. As of 12/2021, Methodist Federation For Social Action employed 3 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Methodist Federation For Social Action 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 12/2021, Methodist Federation For Social Action generated $309.3k in total revenue. The organization has seen a slow decline revenue. Over the past 7 years, revenues have fallen by an average of (0.1%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $191.8k during the year ending 12/2021. As we would expect to see with falling revenues, expenses have declined by (3.7%) 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:
Part 3 - Line 1
METHODIST FEDERATION FOR SOCIAL ACTION (MFSA) MOBILIZES, LEADS AND SUSTAINS A PROGRESSIVE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH MOVEMENT THAT ENERGIZES PEOPLE TO BE AGENTS OF GOD'S PEACE, JUSTICE AND RECONCILIATION.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
EDUCATION AND OUTREACH - WORKING PRIMARILY THROUGH THE MINISTRIES OF THE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, MFSA SUPPORTS AND AUGMENTS PEACE AND JUSTICE MINISTRIES AT THE LOCAL, CONFERENCE, AND NATIONAL LEVELS. AS AN INDEPENDENT ORGANIZATION, WE CALL OUR CHURCH TO EXPAND ITS UNDERSTANDING OF THE RADICAL CALL OF THE GOSPEL TO BE THE INCLUSIVE, JUSTICE-SEEKING, RISK-TAKING BODY OF CHRIST.
COALITION BUILDING - MFSA WORKS IN AND THROUGH THE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH TO PROMOTE AND PROTECT PEOPLE'S RIGHTS. MFSA IS A MEMBER OF THE LOVE YOUR NEIGHBOR COALITION MADE UP OF THIRTEEN UNITED METHODIST PARTNER ORGANIZATIONS DEDICATED TO WORK TOGETHER AROUND THE INTERSECTIONS OF COMMON JUSTICE ISSUES AND SHARED VALUES.
GENERAL AND JURISDICTIONAL CONFERENCE - EVERY 4 YEARS THE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH HOLDS ITS GENERAL AND JURISDICTIONAL CONFERENCES, A TIME FOR DELEGATES TO MAKE DECISIONS FOR THE WORLD-WIDE DENOMINATION AND THEN TO ELECT BISHOPS TO GOVERN REGIONS OF THE UNITED STATES. MFSA HAS A PRESENCE AT BOTH GENERAL AND JURISDICTIONAL CONFERENCES TO ADVOCATE AND HOLD DELEGATES ACCOUNTABLE TO PROGRESSIVE THEOLOGICAL STATEMENTS.
OTHER PROGRAMS - QUEER CLERGY SUPPORT WHERE MFSA IS A FISCAL AGENT FOR THE UNITED METHODIST QUEER CLERGY ORGANAIZATION
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Bridget Cabrera Executive Director | Officer | 40 | $64,859 |
William Watts Treasurer And Financial Chair | Officer | 15 | $0 |
Andy Oliver President | Officer | 2 | $0 |
Karen Nelson Secretary | Officer | 2 | $0 |
Stephen Griffith Director | Trustee | 0.7 | $0 |
Adrienne Brewington Director | Trustee | 0.7 | $0 |
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 | $286,084 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $286,084 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $845 |
| 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 | $309,275 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $32,765 |
| 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. | $81,041 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $15,759 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $17,765 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $7,266 |
| Payroll taxes | $6,562 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $3,660 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $4,162 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $8,947 |
| Information technology | $8,335 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $6,000 |
| Travel | $514 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $5,377 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $0 |
| Insurance | $2,778 |
| All other expenses | $6,601 |
| Total functional expenses | $191,773 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $278,803 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $242,132 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $0 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $10,649 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $531,584 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $0 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $520,935 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $10,649 |
| 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 | $531,584 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 1 grants that Methodist Federation For Social Action has recieved totaling $90.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Amazonsmile Foundation Seattle, WA PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $90 |
Endowment Analysis
| Beg. Balance | $9,683 |
| Earnings | $966 |
| Ending Balance | $10,649 |
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