Western Telecommunications Alliance is located in Helena, MT. The organization was established in 2004. According to its NTEE Classification (W03) the organization is classified as: Professional Societies & Associations, under the broad grouping of Public & Societal Benefit and related organizations. As of 12/2021, Western Telecommunications Alliance employed 4 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Western Telecommunications Alliance is a 501(c)(6) and as such, is described as a "Business League, Chambers of Commerce, or Real Estate Board" by the IRS.
For the year ending 12/2021, Western Telecommunications Alliance generated $1.3m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 7 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 0.8% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $1.2m during the year ending 12/2021. 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
WTA IS A MEMBER-DRIVEN ASSOCIATION STRENGTHENING THE ABILITY OF ITS MEMBERS TO PROVIDE AFFORDABLE, ADVANCED BROADBAND AND COMMUNICATIONS SERVICES IN RURAL AMERICA THROUGH ADVOCACY AND EDUCATION.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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WESTERN TELECOMMUNICATIONS ALLIANCE (WTA) PROVIDES MEMBERS WITH OPPORTUNITIES FOR INDUSTRY INTERACTION AT BI-ANNUAL CONVENTIONS.
WTA IS DEDICATED TO PROMOTING THE INTERESTS OF RURAL TELECOS IN HIGH-COST, LOW DENSITY AREAS. WTA WORKS WITH MEMBERS AND OTHER TRAINED PROFESSIONALS TO PROACTIVELY REPRESENT RURAL SYSTEMS IN FEDERAL LEGISLATIVE AND REGULATORY PROCEEDINGS.
Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
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Kelly Worthington Executive Vice-President | Officer | 40 | $225,061 |
Derrick Owens VP - Government Affairs | 40 | $198,377 | |
Eric Keber Director - Government Affa | 40 | $124,060 | |
Pat Mcelroy Vice President | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Jason Williams Secretary-Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
David Shipley Past President | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Statement of Revenue | |
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Federated campaigns | $0 |
Membership dues | $783,050 |
Fundraising events | $0 |
Related organizations | $0 |
Government grants | $0 |
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 | $783,050 |
Total Program Service Revenue | $480,487 |
Investment income | $2,436 |
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 | $1,265,973 |
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. | $269,950 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $134,975 |
Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
Other salaries and wages | $349,603 |
Pension plan accruals and contributions | $33,456 |
Other employee benefits | $50,157 |
Payroll taxes | $35,172 |
Fees for services: Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Legal | $60,000 |
Fees for services: Accounting | $2,600 |
Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Other | $3,191 |
Advertising and promotion | $0 |
Office expenses | $9,710 |
Information technology | $14,224 |
Royalties | $0 |
Occupancy | $46,492 |
Travel | $25,112 |
Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $188,365 |
Interest | $0 |
Payments to affiliates | $0 |
Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $2,187 |
Insurance | $19,247 |
All other expenses | $4,625 |
Total functional expenses | $1,163,077 |
Balance Sheet | |
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Cash—non-interest-bearing | $833,904 |
Savings and temporary cash investments | $500,000 |
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 | $56,242 |
Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $8,252 |
Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
Investments—other securities | $0 |
Investments—program-related | $0 |
Intangible assets | $0 |
Other assets | $0 |
Total assets | $1,398,398 |
Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $15,000 |
Grants payable | $0 |
Deferred revenue | $622,924 |
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 | $637,924 |
Net assets without donor restrictions | $760,474 |
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 | $1,398,398 |
Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
---|---|---|
Montana Association Of Counties Helena, MT | $2,827,147 | $4,612,611 |
Idaho Rural Water Association Boise, ID | $3,853,114 | $2,130,170 |
North Dakota Bankers Association Bismarck, ND | $3,870,374 | $1,718,847 |
South Dakota Bankers Association Pierre, SD | $4,336,502 | $1,608,814 |
Western Telecommunications Alliance Helena, MT | $1,398,398 | $1,265,973 |
Montana Telecommunications Association Helena, MT | $284,810 | $461,019 |
Retired Enlisted Association Rapid City, SD | $1,839,638 | $141,519 |
State Risk And Insurance Management Association Bismarck, ND | $488,958 | $219,726 |
Brotherhood Of Railroad Signalmen shepherd, MT | $83,489 | $0 |
National Guard Association Of S D Office Of The Adjutant General Rapid City, SD | $91,467 | $0 |
South Dakota National Guard Enlisted Association Belle Fourche, SD | $178,659 | $0 |
Association Of Polar Tour Guides Bozeman, MT | $42,750 | $0 |