Clcs Action
- Assets
- $2.2m
- Revenue
- $808.2k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 6
- Location
- Denver, CO
- Founding
- Data as of
- 06/2023
- EIN
- 83-4431049
Organization Overview
Clcs Action is located in Denver, CO. According to its NTEE Classification (W01) the organization is classified as: Alliances & Advocacy, under the broad grouping of Public & Societal Benefit and related organizations. As of 06/2023, Clcs Action employed 6 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Clcs Action is a 501(c)(4) and as such, is described as a "Civic League, Social Welfare Organization, and Local Association of Employees" by the IRS.
For the year ending 06/2023, Clcs Action generated $808.2k in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 3 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 56.5% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $1.9m during the year ending 06/2023. 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
CLCS ACTION IS A NONPROFIT 501C4 ORGANIZATION COMMITTED TO ADVOCATING FOR SYSTEMIC CHANGES TO COLORADO PUBLIC EDUCATION TO INCREASE QUALITY, CHOICE AND EQUITY FOR THE BENEFIT OF ALL LEARNERS AND FAMILIES.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
CONDUCTED MEETINGS/TOURS WITH AT LEAST 30 DIFFERENT ELECTED OFFICIALS OVER THE COURSE OF THE YEAR. RECRUITED OVER 400 PARENTS AND CHARTER REPRESENTATIVES TO ATTEND CHARTER ADVOCACY TRAINING. SENT OVER 3,000 EMAILS TO STATE LEGISLATORS AS PART OF AN ADVOCACY CAMPAIGN FOCUSED ON CSI EQUALIZATION.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Kyle Debeer Executive Di | Officer | 40 | $31,988 |
Daniel Schaller Chair | OfficerTrustee | 5 | $0 |
Lang Sias Board Member | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Greg Hatcher Board Member | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Cole Wist Board Member | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Rosemary Rodriguez Board Member | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Gmmb Media | 6/29/23 | $500,000 |
Clcs Action Iec Election | 6/29/23 | $346,500 |
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 | $808,245 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $808,245 |
| 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 | $808,245 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $16,066 |
| 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. | $126,811 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $15,217 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $328,191 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $3,777 |
| Other employee benefits | $6,361 |
| Payroll taxes | $39,411 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $20,756 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $2,400 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $641,784 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $1,096 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $12,517 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $4,800 |
| Travel | $12,495 |
| 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 | $3,777 |
| All other expenses | $749 |
| Total functional expenses | $1,867,730 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $1,396,760 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $800,000 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $14,119 |
| 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 | $2,210,879 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $55,256 |
| 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 | $55,256 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $145,889 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $2,009,734 |
| 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 | $2,210,879 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Clcs Action has awarded $563,045 in support to 7 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
CLCS ACTION 527 PURPOSE: POLITICAL ACTIVITY | $23,000 |
CLCS ACTION IEC PURPOSE: POLITICAL ACTIVITY | $310,000 |
DENVER STUDENTS FAMILIES& TEACHERS PURPOSE: POLITICAL ACTIVITY | $40,000 |
RAISING COLORADO PURPOSE: POLITICAL ACTIVITY | $20,000 |
READY COLORADO ACTION FUND PURPOSE: POLITICAL ACTIVITY | $30,045 |
PARENTS FOR GREAT SCHOOLS PURPOSE: POLITICAL ACTIVITY | $90,000 |