Atlanta Civic Circle Inc is located in Atlanta, GA. The organization was established in 2018. According to its NTEE Classification (R01) the organization is classified as: Alliances & Advocacy, under the broad grouping of Civil Rights, Social Action & Advocacy and related organizations. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Atlanta Civic Circle Inc 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, Atlanta Civic Circle Inc generated $248.2k in total revenue. All expenses for the organization totaled $280.2k during the year ending 12/2021.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2021
Describe the Organization's Mission:
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ATLANTA CIVIC CIRCLE DIRECTLY FUNDS PROFESSIONAL JOURNALISTS AND JOURNALISM PROJECTS AND IS COMMITTED TO DEVELOPING BEST PRACTICES AND FAIR COMPENSATION FOR REPORTERS. WE CURRENTLY HAVE TWO JOURNALISTS AND THREE STAFF MEMBERS WORKING TO ADVANCE OUR TWO FIRST FOCUS AREAS. IN ADDITION TO REPORTING THE ISSUES, JOUNRALISTS WILL EXPLORE SOLUTIONS AND RESOURCES FOR READERS TO EFFECT CHANGE. BOTH ARTICLES AND RESOURCES ARE FREE FOR THE PUBLIC AND OTHER MEDIA OUTLETS TO USE FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES. ONLINE ENGAGEMENT AROUND ARTICLES AND RESOURCES HAS CREATED ACTION IN OUR COMMUNITY TO HELP RELOCATED FAMILIES IN NEED OF BETTER AFFORDABLE HOUSING OPTIONS; EDUCATED FIRST-TIME VOTERS; AND BROUGHT LEADERS FROM THE REGION AROUND THESE TOPICS.THIS YEAR, AT ATLANTA CIVIC CIRCLE WE ADDED A NEW FOCUS AREA TO PROVIDE ADDITIONAL RESOURCES AND EDUCATION AROUND DEMOCRACY. IN LIGHT OF THE DIVIDED POLITICAL LANDSCAPE, ATLANTA CIVIC CIRCLE IDENTIFIED A CRITICAL NEED TO HELP OUR READERS LEARN ABOUT VOTING,
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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ATLANTA CIVIC CIRCLE DIRECTLY FUNDS PROFESSIONAL JOURNALISTS AND JOURNALISM PROJECTS AND IS COMMITTED TO DEVELOPING BEST PRACTICES AND FAIR COMPENSATION FOR REPORTERS. WE CURRENTLY HAVE TWO JOURNALISTS AND THREE STAFF MEMBERS WORKING TO ADVANCE OUR TWO FIRST FOCUS AREAS. IN ADDITION TO REPORTING THE ISSUES, JOUNRALISTS WILL EXPLORE SOLUTIONS AND RESOURCES FOR READERS TO EFFECT CHANGE. BOTH ARTICLES AND RESOURCES ARE FREE FOR THE PUBLIC AND OTHER MEDIA OUTLETS TO USE FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES. ONLINE ENGAGEMENT AROUND ARTICLES AND RESOURCES HAS CREATED ACTION IN OUR COMMUNITY TO HELP RELOCATED FAMILIES IN NEED OF BETTER AFFORDABLE HOUSING OPTIONS; EDUCATED FIRST-TIME VOTERS; AND BROUGHT LEADERS FROM THE REGION AROUND THESE TOPICS.THIS YEAR, AT ATLANTA CIVIC CIRCLE WE ADDED A NEW FOCUS AREA TO PROVIDE ADDITIONAL RESOURCES AND EDUCATION AROUND DEMOCRACY. IN LIGHT OF THE DIVIDED POLITICAL LANDSCAPE, ATLANTA CIVIC CIRCLE IDENTIFIED A CRITICAL NEED TO HELP OUR READERS LEARN ABOUT VOTING, LEGISLATION, ENGAGEMENT, AND THE DEMOCRATIC PROCESS OF ELECTIONS. WE PARTNERED WITH GEORGIA HUMANITIES TO IDENTIFY HOW NEWS AND MEDIA HAVE AN IMPACT ON THE PUBLIC'S VIEW OF DEMOCRACY, AND HOW NONPARTISAN JOURNALISM CAN INFORM CITIZENS WITH FACTS AND ACTIONABL TASKS TO HOLD MEDIA AND POLITICIANS ACCOUNTABLE.
Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
---|---|---|---|
Britton Edwards Director | Trustee | 10 | $39,000 |
Maria Saporta Board Member | Trustee | 2 | $33,000 |
Saba Long Exec Dir | Trustee | 10 | $16,250 |
Bill Bolling Board Chair | OfficerTrustee | 3 | $0 |
Judith Montier Board Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Peter Aman Board Member | Trustee | 3 | $0 |
Statement of Revenue | |
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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 | $248,167 |
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $248,167 |
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 | $248,167 |
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. | $88,250 |
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 | $159,820 |
Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
Fees for services: Accounting | $0 |
Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
Fees for services: Fundraising | $240 |
Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Other | $0 |
Advertising and promotion | $8,642 |
Office expenses | $18,639 |
Information technology | $3,894 |
Royalties | $0 |
Occupancy | $0 |
Travel | $0 |
Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $210 |
Interest | $0 |
Payments to affiliates | $0 |
Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $0 |
Insurance | $0 |
All other expenses | $0 |
Total functional expenses | $280,155 |
Balance Sheet | |
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Cash—non-interest-bearing | $88,091 |
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 | $88,091 |
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 | $2,778 |
Total liabilities | $2,778 |
Net assets without donor restrictions | $0 |
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 | $85,313 |
Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $88,091 |
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 2 grants that Atlanta Civic Circle Inc has recieved totaling $160,000.
Awarding Organization | Amount |
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Robert W Woodruff Foundation Inc Atlanta, GA PURPOSE: SUPPORT FOR CIVIC JOURNALISM INITIATIVE. | $100,000 |
The Arthur M Blank Family Foundation Atlanta, GA PURPOSE: GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | $60,000 |
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Tea Party Patriots Action Woodstock, GA | $175,057 | $2,993,978 |
Tennesseans For Student Success Inc Franklin, TN | $2,115,346 | $2,991,500 |
Stand Up To China Inc Tampa, FL | $2,235,554 | $3,063,736 |
American Civil Liberties Union Miami, FL | $7,809,079 | $2,693,473 |
Equity Alliance Nashville, TN | $2,106,087 | $947,682 |
Nfib The Voice Of Free Enterprise Inc Nashville, TN | $108,993 | $647,237 |
Cross Border Data Forum Inc Atlanta, GA | $0 | $313,750 |
Atlanta Civic Circle Inc Atlanta, GA | $88,091 | $248,167 |
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Citizens For Limited Government And Constitutional Integrity Inc Franklin, TN | $22,164 | $219,485 |