Rural America Fund
- Assets
- $34.5k
- Revenue
- $297.2k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 0
- Location
- Sheridan, WY
- Founding
- Data as of
- 12/2022
- EIN
- 84-3834674
Organization Overview
Rural America Fund is located in Sheridan, WY. Rural America Fund 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 12/2022, Rural America Fund generated $297.2k in total revenue. This represents a relatively dramatic decline in revenue. Over the past 3 years, the organization has seen revenues fall by an average of (47.9%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $395.3k during the year ending 12/2022. As we would expect to see with falling revenues, expenses have declined by (41.9%) per year over the past 3 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
2022
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
RURAL AMERICA FUND IS A 501(C)(4) NON-PROFIT THAT ADVOCATES FOR POLICIES THAT BENEFIT AGRICULTURE AND RURAL AMERICA.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
EDUCATE AMERICANS ON HOW POLICIES AFFECT RURAL AMERICA AND ADVOCATE FOR POLICIES THAT WILL BENEFIT RURAL AMERICANS AND THEIR COMMUNITIES, INCLUDING: SUPPORTING EFFORTS TO EXPAND HEALTH CARE IN OUR RURAL COMMUNITIES. SUPPORTING CREATION OF AN EFFECTIVE, COORDINATED FEDERAL RESPONSE TO THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC, DEPLOYMENT OF WIDESPREAD COVID-19 TESTING, AND PROVIDING THE FINANCIAL AND OTHER RESOURCES NEEDED FOR OUR RURAL COMMUNITIES TO BE SAFE AND TO RESPOND TO COVID-19 OUTBREAKS. SUPPORTING FUNDING FOR THE USPS AND INSISTS THAT THIS VITAL INSTITUTION IS GIVEN THE TOOLS AND RESOURCES THAT IT NEEDS TO CONTINUE TO SERVE OUR RURAL COMMUNITIES. SUPPORTING FREE AND FAIR TRADE THAT BENEFITS U.S. AGRICULTURE AND SUPPORTS THE ROLLBACK OF TARIFFS AND RETALIATORY TARIFFS. OPPOSING THE ISSUANCE OF UNNECESSARY REFINERY WAIVERS AND SUPPORTS OUR NATIONS ETHANOL PRODUCERS. SUPPORTING FUNDING FOR OUR RURAL SCHOOLS AND SUPPORTING PROVIDING OUR SCHOOLS THE PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT AND OTHER RESOURCES NEEDED TO KEEP OUR TEACHERS, STAFF, AND STUDENTS SAFE. SUPPORTING EFFORTS TO FINANCE AND DEPLOY BROADBAND TECHNOLOGY TO ALL OF OUR RURAL COMMUNITIES.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Vikki Andrews Director | Trustee | 0.25 | $0 |
Donald Bonk Incoming Sec | OfficerTrustee | 0.25 | $0 |
Christopher R Gibbs President | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Patty Judge Incoming Tre | OfficerTrustee | 0.25 | $0 |
Cheryl Kobernik Outgoing Sec | OfficerTrustee | 0.25 | $0 |
Tim Wolff Outgoing Tre | OfficerTrustee | 0.25 | $0 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Hawkfish Llc Adv/marketing | 12/30/20 | $663,195 |
Rooster Strategic Solutions Adv/marketing | 12/30/20 | $273,264 |
Byrum & Fisk Advocacy Communications Adv/marketing | 12/30/20 | $257,000 |
Rfd-tv Advertising | 12/30/20 | $155,769 |
Monument Advocacy Adv/mkt/commun | 12/30/20 | $137,795 |
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 | $297,154 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $297,154 |
| 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 | $297,154 |
| 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 | $238 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $2,321 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $89,000 |
| Advertising and promotion | $183,493 |
| Office expenses | $0 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $0 |
| Travel | $27 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $395,250 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $8,649 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $25,875 |
| 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 | $34,524 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $35,763 |
| 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 | $35,763 |
| 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 | -$1,239 |
| Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $34,524 |