California Communications Access Foundation
- Assets
- $55.1m
- Revenue
- $21.2m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 86
- Location
- Concord, CA
- Founding
- 10/2002
- Data as of
- 06/2024
- EIN
- 61-1411655
Organization Overview
California Communications Access Foundation, operating under the name Ability Central, is located in Concord, CA. The organization was established in 2002. According to its NTEE Classification (P80) the organization is classified as: Centers to Support the Independence of Specific Populations, under the broad grouping of Human Services and related organizations. As of 06/2024, Ability Central employed 86 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Ability Central 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 06/2024, Ability Central generated $21.2m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 9 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 2.9% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $21.5m during the year ending 06/2024. While expenses have increased by 5.0% 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.
Since 2015, Ability Central has awarded 212 individual grants totaling $11,572,047. If you would like to learn more about the grant giving history of this organization, scroll down to the grant profile section of this page.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2024
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
THE PRIMARY FOCUS OF CALIFORNIA COMMUNICATIONS ACCESS FOUNDATION (CCAF) IS TO AID INDIVIDUALS WITH FUNCTIONAL LIMITATIONS OF HEARING, VISION, SPEECH, MOBILITY, MANIPULATION, AND/OR COGNITION BY PROMOTING ACCESS TO SOCIETY THROUGH TELECOMMUNICATIONS AND OTHER MEANS.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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IN FISCAL YEAR 2024, THE CALIFORNIA COMMUNICATIONS ACCESS FOUNDATION (CCAF) MANAGED AND OPERATED THE DEAF AND DISABLED TELECOMMUNICATIONS PROGRAM (DDTP) FOR THE CALIFORNIA PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION (CPUC). DDTP PROVIDES FREE SPECIALIZED TELECOMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT TO ANYONE DEAF OR DISABLED IN CALIFORNIA WHO IS UNABLE TO USE A STANDARD TELEPHONE. CCAF PROVIDED A WIDE RANGE OF SERVICES AIMED AT HELPING THESE HISTORICALLY UNDERSERVED POPULATIONS, INCLUDING HOME INSTALLATIONS OF EQUIPMENT, SUPPORT FROM SERVICE AND CALL CENTERS, DISTRIBUTION EVENTS, AND THE CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICE. IN THIS FISCAL YEAR, CCAF PROVIDED SUPPORT AND EQUIPMENT TO MORE THAN 730,000 DEAF OR DISABLED CALIFORNIANS BEFORE PHASING OUT ITS CONTRACT WITH THE CPUC TO FOCUS ON ITS PHILANTHROPIC EFFORTS.
CALIFORNIA COMMUNICATIONS ACCESS FOUNDATION NOW FOCUSES PRIMARILY ON ABILITY CENTRAL, ITS PHILANTHROPIC WING FOUNDED IN 2010. THE MISSION OF ABILITY CENTRAL IS TO SERVE AS A RESOURCE, CONVENER, AND EDUCATOR WORKING COLLABORATIVELY TO ENSURE THAT PEOPLE WHO ARE DEAF, DISABLED, AND NEURODIVERGENT CAN COMMUNICATE AND ACCESS INFORMATION. SINCE ITS INCEPTION, ABILITY CENTRAL HAS GRANTED MORE THAN $13.5M TO 200+ PROJECTS, SERVING MORE THAN 500K PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES THROUGH PROGRAMS ENCOURAGING CAREER DEVELOPMENT, TRAINING, AND TECH INNOVATION. FOR FISCAL YEAR 2024, ABILITY CENTRAL AWARDED MORE THAN $1 MILLION TO 12 NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS IN CALIFORNIA OFFERING A DIVERSE ARRAY OF SUPPORT AND SERVICES TO DISABLED COMMUNITIES. ABILITY CENTRAL ALSO OFFERS SALESFORCE CONSULTING AND TECHNICAL SUPPORT TO OTHER NONPROFITS WORKING TO HELP PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES. THROUGH ITS PORTAL WEBSITE, ABILITY CENTRAL PROVIDED ONLINE INFORMATION, RESOURCES, AND EDUCATION FOR 90K+ PEOPLE WITH QUESTIONS ABOUT DISABILITIES AND COMMUNICATION ACCESS.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Barry S Saudan President & CEO | OfficerTrustee | 40 | $405,417 |
Ann Ngoc Truong Dir. Of Finance And Accounting | Officer | 40 | $243,628 |
Linda Drattell Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Sarah Slaughter Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Celia Solis Chair | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Sofia Maria Vergara Vice Chair | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Innovative Federal Operations Group Llc Provides Leased Vehicles | 6/29/21 | $648,660 |
Cimoakland 1 Kaiser Plaza Lp Rent | 6/29/21 | $176,960 |
Mitel Internet/telephone Services | 6/29/21 | $129,196 |
Amerit Consulting Inc Audiologist/temporary Staffing | 6/29/21 | $188,711 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $18,500,050 |
| 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 | $18,500,050 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $1,773,082 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $877,017 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $21,194,049 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $1,133,743 |
| 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. | $2,075,911 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $508,164 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $10,469,303 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $1,370,357 |
| Other employee benefits | $2,791,803 |
| Payroll taxes | $949,340 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $14,273 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $21,955 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $290,843 |
| Fees for services: Other | $395,201 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $32,479 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $247,620 |
| Travel | $146,644 |
| 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 | $142,682 |
| Insurance | $59,197 |
| All other expenses | $85,082 |
| Total functional expenses | $21,465,936 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $1,508,154 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $3,980,380 |
| 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 | $83,328 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $29,482 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $49,247,652 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $252,851 |
| Total assets | $55,101,847 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $1,868,156 |
| Grants payable | $493,229 |
| 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 | $252,851 |
| Total liabilities | $2,614,236 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $52,487,611 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $0 |
| 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 | $55,101,847 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, California Communications Access Foundation has awarded $1,078,923 in support to 14 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
AUTISM SOCIETY INLAND EMPIRE PURPOSE: IMPROVING CULTURALLY RESPONSIVE CARE FOR PATIENTS WITH AUTISM AND IDD | $100,000 |
SAN FRANCISCO STATE UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION PURPOSE: YOUDESCRIBEX FOR PUBLIC HEALTH: ENHANCING HEALTH- RELATED VIDEO ACCESSIBILITY FOR B/LV PEOPLE | $100,000 |
CENTER FOR INDEPENDENT LIVING PURPOSE: ACCELERATE & EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS PEER AMBASSADOR PROGRAMS | $100,000 |
KIDPOWER PURPOSE: WORKPOWER LEADERSHIP TRAINING: SKILLS FOR SAFETY AND SUCCESS IN GETTING AND KEEPING JOBS | $100,000 |
LIGHTHOUSE FOR THE BLIND PURPOSE: TRAINING HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS IN THE BAY AREA TO BETTER SERVE PEOPLE WHO ARE BLIND OR DEAFBLIND | $100,000 |
INSTITUTE FOR EXCEPTIONAL CARE PURPOSE: HEALTHCARE TRAINING FOR PEOPLE WITH COMMUNICATION DISABILITIES. | $100,000 |