American Independent Media
- Assets
- $213.0
- Revenue
- $113.0k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 0
- Location
- Chicago, IL
- Founding
- 04/2017
- Data as of
- 12/2023
- EIN
- 81-4770680
Organization Overview
American Independent Media is located in Chicago, IL. The organization was established in 2017. 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. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. American Independent Media 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, American Independent Media generated $113.0k in total revenue. This represents a relatively dramatic decline in revenue. Over the past 5 years, the organization has seen revenues fall by an average of (28.7%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $76.8k during the year ending 12/2023. As we would expect to see with falling revenues, expenses have declined by (32.7%) per year over the past 5 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
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
TO EDUCATE AND INFORM GROWING AUDIENCES WITH ENGAGING CONTENT THROUGH DISTRIBUTION CHANNELS.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
PROVIDE UNDERWRITING GRANTS TO QUALIFIED NEWS PRODUCERS TO ACHIEVE THIS VISION AND MISSION, AND MAY ALSO DIRECTLY PRODUCE CONTENT.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
John Tillman Chairman | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Eric Tubbs Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Frayda Levy Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Local Government Information Services Grant To Underwrite Community News Devel | 12/30/19 | $120,000 |
Franklin Archer Site Implementation And News Creation | 12/30/19 | $196,000 |
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 | $113,000 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $113,000 |
| 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 | $113,000 |
| 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. | $0 |
| 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 | $2,359 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $1,500 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $0 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $0 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $0 |
| Travel | $1,216 |
| 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 | $3,062 |
| All other expenses | $770 |
| Total functional expenses | $76,830 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $213 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $213 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $35,374 |
| 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 | $20 |
| Total liabilities | $35,394 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | -$35,181 |
| 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 | $213 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, American Independent Media has awarded $1,204,001 in support to 2 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
CENTER FOR COMMON SENSE IN SCIENCE PURPOSE: GRANT TO OTHER ORGANIZATION THAT SHARES THE SAME PRINCIPLES AS AMERICAN INDEPENDENT MEDIA | $200,000 |
KNOX COUNTY LAND REUTILIZATION CORPORATION PURPOSE: GRANT TO OTHER ORGANIZATION THAT SHARES THE SAME PRINCIPLES AS AMERICAN INDEPENDENT MEDIA | $1,004,001 |