Commonwealth Communications
- Assets
- $82.5k
- Revenue
- $862.0k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 0
- Location
- Philadelphia, PA
- Founding
- Data as of
- 12/2021
- EIN
- 84-4535961
Organization Overview
Commonwealth Communications is located in Philadelphia, PA. Commonwealth Communications 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 12/2021, Commonwealth Communications generated $862.0k in total revenue. This represents a relatively dramatic decline in revenue. Over the past 2 years, the organization has seen revenues fall by an average of (62.0%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $1.3m during the year ending 12/2021. 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
ORGANIZED AND OPERATED EXCLUSIVELY TO PROMOTE SOCIAL WELFARE SPECIFICALLY FOR THE PURPOSES OF PROMOTING LEGISLATIVE AND PUBLIC ACTION IN SUPPORT OF NON-PARTISAN PROGRESSIVE VALUES IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
DEFENDING AND EXPANDING DEMOCRACY TO ENSURE EVERYONE HAS ACCESS AND INFORMATION TO VOTE : COMMONWEALTH COMMUNICATIONS WORKS TO DEFEND DEMOCRACY AND EXPAND ACCESSIBILITY TO THE POLLS FOR EVERY VOTER IN PENNSYLVANIA. WE HOST A CENTRALIZED, NON-PARTISAN VOTING SITE TO MAKE IT EASIER FOR VOTERS TO ACCESS VOTING SERVICES AND UNDERSTAND EVERYTHING THEY NEEDED TO VOTE NO MATTER HOW THEY CHOSE TO CAST A BALLOT. WE PROVIDE SIMPLE AND DIRECT INFORMATION TO ALL VOTERS ABOUT THEIR VOTING OPTIONS. THIS WORK DIRECTLY HELPED MORE THAN A HALF MILLION PENNSYLVANIA VOTERS TAKE ACTION TO PARTICIPATE IN 2021.
VOTER GUIDE FOR CANDIDATES REPRESENTING WORKING PEOPLE AND GOOD GOVERNMENT PRINCIPLES: COMMONWEALTH COMMUNICATIONS COMPILES A VOTER'S GUIDE TO INFORM RESIDENTS OF THE CANDIDATES AND CHOICES ON THEIR BALLOTS. WE INFORM VOTERS ABOUT THEIR CHOICES AND CANDIDATE POSITIONS ON KEY ISSUES FACING THEM AND THEIR COMMUNITIES. OUR VOTER'S GUIDE PROVIDES RECCOMENDATIONS AT EVERY LEVEL OF THE BALLOT FOR STATE CANDIDATES.
PROVIDING ONGOING ACCOUNTABILITY FOR GOVERNMENT, INSTITUTIONS TO HELP WORKING PEOPLE:WORKING PEOPLE IN PENNSYLVANIA ARE OFTEN LEFT BEHIND BY POLITICAL PARTIES, GOVERNMENT, CORPORATIONS AND OTHER INSTITUTIONS. WE PROVIDE ONGOING ACCOUNTABILITY TOWARDS THE PUBLIC INTEREST, ESPECIALLY WHEN IT COMES FOR HELPING AND SUPPORTING THE INTERESTS OF THE POOR AND WORKING CLASS. WE CONDUCT RESEARCH TO HELP EFFECTIVELY EDUCATE THE PUBLIC ABOUT THE FAILURES OF THEIR LEADERS AND PUBLIC INSTITUTIONS. WE WORK WITH ALLIED GROUPS AND STRATEGIC PARTNERS TO ENSURE POOR AND WORKING PEOPLE, AND THE PUBLIC INTEREST, ARE CENTERED IN NARRATIVES AND DEBATES ABOUT THE ROLE OF OUR INSTITUTIONS.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Joseph Abbott Executive Director | 40 | $129,704 | |
Sam Gehler Secretary-Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
John Jones Member | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Hillary Mohaupt Member | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Reesa Kossoff Chair | OfficerTrustee | 5 | $0 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Grow Progress Inc Consulting | 12/30/21 | $244,550 |
New Media Partnership Llc Consulting | 12/30/21 | $190,123 |
Deliver Strategies Consulting | 12/30/21 | $174,806 |
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 | $862,000 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $862,000 |
| 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 | $862,000 |
| 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. | $129,704 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $11,581 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $256,698 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $5,749 |
| Payroll taxes | $33,989 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $27,500 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $34,617 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $266,924 |
| Advertising and promotion | $492,032 |
| Office expenses | $13,383 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $0 |
| Travel | $208 |
| 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 | $4,438 |
| All other expenses | $5,314 |
| Total functional expenses | $1,270,556 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $82,458 |
| 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 | $82,458 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $4,196 |
| 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 | $4,196 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $78,262 |
| 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 | $82,458 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Commonwealth Communications has awarded $175,000 in support to 4 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
Harrisburg, PA PURPOSE: LEGISLATIVE ACCOUNTABILITY | $50,000 |
Hyattsville, MD PURPOSE: DIGITAL COMMUNICATIONS | $50,000 |
Pittsburgh, PA PURPOSE: DIGITAL COMMUNICATIONS | $50,000 |
Philadelphia, PA PURPOSE: DIGITAL COMMUNICATIONS | $25,000 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 7 grants that Commonwealth Communications has recieved totaling $957,500.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Pa Alliance Action Philadelphia, PA PURPOSE: To support efforts to educate the electorate on various issues and candidates | $380,000 |
Pa Alliance Action Philadelphia, PA PURPOSE: To buildout and revolutionize research and data tools in 2021 | $200,000 |
Pa Alliance Action Philadelphia, PA PURPOSE: To support the organizations democracy defenders program | $125,000 |
Pa Alliance Foundation Philadelphia, PA PURPOSE: VOTER EDUCATION - GRANTED IN 2021, FUNDS DISBURSED IN 2022 | $87,500 |
Pa Alliance Action Philadelphia, PA PURPOSE: To support the organizations narrative building and disinformation project | $70,000 |
Hopewell Fund Washington, DC PURPOSE: CIVIL RIGHTS, SOCIAL ACTION, ADVOCACY | $60,000 |
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