Working Narratives
- Assets
- $257.9k
- Revenue
- $436.5k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 0
- Location
- Wilmington, NC
- Founding
- 04/2016
- Data as of
- 12/2021
- EIN
- 81-1408770
Organization Overview
Working Narratives is located in Wilmington, NC. The organization was established in 2016. According to its NTEE Classification (P84) the organization is classified as: Ethnic & Immigrant Centers, under the broad grouping of Human Services and related organizations. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Working Narratives 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, Working Narratives generated $436.5k in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 7 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 4.0% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $461.4k during the year ending 12/2021. While expenses have increased by 8.0% per year over the past 7 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
2021
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
WORKING WITH COMMUNITIES TO TELL GREAT STORIES THAT INSPIRE, ACTIVATE AND ENLIVEN OUR DEMOCRACY.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
NARRATIVE ARTS CENTER: NARRATIVE ARTS' STAFF WORK COLLABORATIVELY ACROSS PROGRAMS TO SUPPORT GRASSROOTS, FOUNDATIONS AND COMMUNITIES IN HARNESSING THE POWER OF STORYTELLING AND NARRATIVE CHANGE FOR EQUITY.
NARRATIVE ARTS PERFORMANCES: CREATE, PRODUCE, AND TOUR PERFORMANCE WORK BASED ON THE HISTORY AND LIVES OF COASTAL NORTH CAROLINA'S PEOPLE AND OTHER RURAL COMMUNITIES. THE PROGAM COLLABORATES WITH OTHER ARTISTIC COMPANIES TO CREATE PERFORMANCES THAT ADDRESS ISSUES OF PLACE AND CULTURE. THE PROGRAM ALSO WORKS WITH COMMUNITIES ACROSS THE COUNTY TO HELP THEM EXPLORE THEIR OWN CULTURES, STORIES, AND COMMUNITY CONCERNS. NARRATIVE ARTS STAFF PRODUCE ORIGINAL WORKS, RESEARCH METHODOLOGIES, AND CREATE CURRICULUM GUIDES (WHERE I COME FROM, LOUD AS WE WANT, AND STILL HERE).
COASTAL YOUTH MEDIA (CYM): TRAINS YOUTH IN MEDIA ARTS AND DEVELOPS LEADERSHIP AND CIVIC VALUES. THE PROGRAM TAKES PLACE YEAR ROUND IN WILMINGTON, NORTH CAROLINA, AND IN SEVEN SURROUNDING COUNTIES. CYM WORKS COLLABORATIVELY WITH PEERS AND MEDIA PROFESSIONALS TO CREATE POWERFUL DOCUMENRTRIES AND NEW-MEDIA PRODUCTIONS THAT TELL THE STORIES OF OUR REGION'S DIVERSE CULTURE. THROUGH THE PROCESS OF RESEARCHING AND PRODUCING ORIGINAL MEDIA, PARTICIPANTS CREATE INDIVIDUAL AND GROUP WORKS THAT ALSO ALLOW PARTICIPANTS TO EXPLORE CAREER AND HIGHER EDUCATION INTERESTS.
SHORESIDES: IS NARRATIVE ARTS' JOURNALISM, PODCAST, AND DOCUMENTARY PRODUCTION PROGRAM. SHORESIDES CURRENTLY PRODUCES 11 PODCAST PROGRAMS INCLUDING SPEAK YOUR PIECE, SHORESIDE NEWS, AND SOMEWHERE AND ELSEWHERE. THE PROGRAM COLLABORATES WITH JOURNALISTS AND COMMUNITY RESIDENTS TO CREATE LOCAL JOURNALISM PROJECTS. SHORESIDES FACILITATES THE MEDIA RESILIENCE FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM TRAINS GRASSROOTS LEADWERS IN DOCUMENTARY AND MEDIA PRODUCTION INSIDE AND OUTSIDE THE COASTAL REGION. NARRATIVE ARTS CORE PROGRAMS TAKE PLACE IN WILMINGTON, NORTH CAROLINA AND PARTNER SPACES LOCALLY, REGIONALLY AND NATIONALLY.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Nick Szuberla Executive Director | OfficerTrustee | 40 | $71,500 |
Paul Wright Chairperson | OfficerTrustee | 4 | $0 |
Margo Miller Vice Chair | OfficerTrustee | 4 | $0 |
Laurie Jo Reynolds Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 4 | $0 |
Terrill Williams Board Member | OfficerTrustee | 4 | $0 |
Carlton Turner At-Large Director | OfficerTrustee | 4 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $7,058 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $429,396 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $436,454 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| 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 | $436,454 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| 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. | $71,500 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $0 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $0 |
| Payroll taxes | $0 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $280 |
| 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 | $350,404 |
| Advertising and promotion | $3,813 |
| Office expenses | $7,159 |
| Information technology | $5,499 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $589 |
| Travel | $11,203 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Insurance | $0 |
| All other expenses | $3,517 |
| Total functional expenses | $461,438 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $21,238 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $234,985 |
| 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 | $1,658 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $0 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $0 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $257,881 |
| 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 | $257,881 |
| 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 | $257,881 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 1 grants that Working Narratives has recieved totaling $30,000.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
North Carolina Community Foundation Inc Raleigh, NC PURPOSE: PUBLIC & SOCIETAL BENEFIT | $30,000 |
Peer Organizations
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|---|---|---|
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Jewish Family Service Of Tidewater Inc Virginia Beach, VA | $3,871,142 | $9,382,745 |
Asian Americans Advancing Justice Atlanta Inc Norcross, GA | $10,786,790 | $12,514,597 |
Latin American Association Inc Atlanta, GA | $12,327,144 | $4,455,761 |
No One Left Behind Inc Merrifield, VA | $13,498,193 | $18,238,277 |
New American Pathways Inc Atlanta, GA | $3,531,610 | $5,662,832 |
Boat People S O S Inc Falls Church, VA | $4,560,305 | $5,132,509 |
Ser Familia Inc Kennesaw, GA | $848,486 | $3,818,877 |
Haliwa-Saponi Indian Tribe Hollister, NC | $5,771,467 | $3,578,320 |
Project 658 Inc Charlotte, NC | $2,366,463 | $3,256,694 |
Welcoming America Inc Atlanta, GA | $3,862,053 | $4,483,261 |