Arizona Broadcasters Association
- Assets
- $1.8m
- Revenue
- $1.2m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 3
- Location
- Phoenix, AZ
- Founding
- 05/1974
- Data as of
- 12/2021
- EIN
- 86-0264750
Organization Overview
Arizona Broadcasters Association is located in Phoenix, AZ. The organization was established in 1974. According to its NTEE Classification (A30) the organization is classified as: Media & Communications, under the broad grouping of Arts, Culture & Humanities and related organizations. As of 12/2021, Arizona Broadcasters Association employed 3 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Arizona Broadcasters Association is a 501(c)(6) and as such, is described as a "Business League, Chambers of Commerce, or Real Estate Board" by the IRS.
For the year ending 12/2021, Arizona Broadcasters Association generated $1.2m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 7 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 11.9% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $657.4k during the year ending 12/2021. While expenses have increased by 3.3% per year over the past 7 years. They've been increasing with an increasing level of total revenue. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Since 2017, Arizona Broadcasters Association has awarded 11 individual grants totaling $162,017. If you would like to learn more about the grant giving history of this organization, scroll down to the grant profile section of this page.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2021
Describe the Organization's Mission:
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THE ARIZONA BROADCASTERS ASSOCIATION (ABA) ACTS AS THE OFFICIAL TRADE ASSOCIATION FOR ARIZONAS OVER-THE-AIR RADIO AND TV STATIONS AND THEIR SUPPORTING ORGANIZATIONS. AMONG THE FOCUS AREAS, THE ABA FUNDS ARIZONAS ONLY BROADCAST LOBBYIST AT THE STATE LEGISLATURE, OFFERS STATION PROTECTION PROGRAMS TO GUARD AGAINST GOVERNMENT INSPECTIONS AND FINES, PROVIDES FREE PERSONALIZED AND ON-DEMAND TRAINING, AND PROMOTES THE VOICE OF ARIZONA BROADCASTERS IN WASHINGTON TO BETTER INFLUENCE NATIONAL REGULATION. THE ABA ALSO FUNDS LEGAL SUPPORT FOR SHARED STATION NEEDS. WITH A FUTUREPROOFING FOCUS, THE ORGANIZATION OFFERS PAID INTERNSHIPS AT MEMBER STATIONS, PARTNERS WITH UNIVERSITIES AND TRADE SCHOOLS TO BUILD STAFF PIPELINES, AND DEVELOPS PROGRAMS WITHIN THE SCHOOL ENVIRONMENT TO HELP TEACH SKILLS REQUIRED FOR TOUGH-TO-FILL BROADCASTING ROLES. THE ABA ALSO PRIORITIZES PRODUCT EDUCATION AROUND THE FAST-CHANGING TECH EVOLUTION, ENSURING MEMBER STATIONS FEEL ARMED WITH THE TRAINING NECESSARY TO DRIVE BU
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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AWARDED $50,000 IN ABA-FUNDED INTERNSHIPS TO HELP STATIONS FUTUREPROOF THEIR TALENT.SUPPORTED ABA WEBSITE CAREER PAGE WHICH WAS AVAILABLE TO ALL MEMBERS TO POST THEIR OPEN JOBS. IN 2021, OVER 200 JOBS WERE POSTED.PROVIDED ACCESS TO P1 LEARNING TRAINING COURSES WITH OVER 600 ACTIVE USERS TO THE YEAR, ALONG WITH THE P1 PLUS NEW HIRE SALES PROGRAM WHICH PROVIDED MEDIA SALES ON-BOARDING FOR 9 NEW HIRES AT ABA MEMBER STATIONS.SPONSORED VIRTUAL BOOTH FEES FOR MEMBER STATIONS AT 4 MAJOR UNIVERSITY JOB FAIRS WITH AN ESTIMATED 2,000 TOTAL COMBINED JOB SEEKERS. THE FAIRS WERE ATTENDED BY 30 MEMBER STATIONS REPRESENTING MORE THAN 89 DIFFERENT RADIO AND TV STATIONS.DESIGNED AND DISTRIBUTED $40,000 STUDY TO SHOWCASE ARIZONA MEDIA CONSUMPTION HABITS AND RESILIENCE OF BOTH LOCAL TV AND RADIO.DEDICATED $55,000 TO FUND STUDENT TRAINING AND CERTIFICATION PROGRAMS, 3 CAREER FAIRS, AND UNIVERSITY BROADCAST SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIPS.HOSTED 7 WEBINARS WITH 80 ATTENDEES FROM MEMBER STATIONS.FUNDED $60,000 TO OFFER EXPANDED LEGAL SUPPORT, LOBBYING AND ARIZONA COURTROOM DEFENSE FOR SHARED BROADCAST NEEDS.STARTED DEVELOPMENT ON NEW $100,000 MARKETING CAMPAIGN TO PROMOTE FREE AZ TV/RADIO.DROPPED FCC INSPECTION PROGRAM COSTS BY 50% TO HELP RETRAIN ARIZONA BROADCASTERS ON ALL GOVERNMENT COMPLIANCE RULES BROADCASTING, ENROLLED 12 STATIONS.SENT OUT BI-WEEKLY EMAILS OUTLINING ASSOCIATION NEWS, EVENTS AND INDUSTRY TRENDS.
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PDF Copies of 990 Filings
Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Chris Kline President/ceo | Officer | 40 | $178,000 |
Scott Sutherland Vice Chairman | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Trip Reeb Past Chairman | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Bill Shaw Chairman | Officer | 2 | $0 |
Michael Mallace Director | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Patty Ruiz Director | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $45,560 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $0 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $0 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $45,560 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $1,109,360 |
| Investment income | $44,516 |
| 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 | $1,199,436 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $26,450 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $40,036 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $187,193 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $109,488 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $0 |
| Payroll taxes | $20,016 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $32,673 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $8,075 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $41,276 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $230 |
| Advertising and promotion | $12,500 |
| Office expenses | $0 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $0 |
| Travel | $10,494 |
| 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 | $13,787 |
| All other expenses | $10,796 |
| Total functional expenses | $657,377 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $257,187 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $1,018,638 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $16,338 |
| 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 | $490,269 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $3,175 |
| Total assets | $1,785,607 |
| 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 | $2,103 |
| Total liabilities | $2,103 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $1,783,504 |
| 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 | $1,785,607 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Arizona Broadcasters Association has awarded $22,800 in support to 2 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY PURPOSE: Scholarships | $15,300 |
Flagstaff, AZ PURPOSE: Scholarships | $7,500 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Kqed Inc San Francisco, CA | $304,837,195 | $103,418,209 |
Center For The Collaborative Classroom Alameda, CA | $27,743,663 | $25,227,880 |
Rest Of World Media Inc Menlo Park, CA | $7,722,872 | $6,954,014 |
Academy Of Television Arts & Sciences Foundation North Hollywood, CA | $41,276,361 | $3,404,719 |
Cityside Journalism Initiative Berkeley, CA | $1,452,372 | $3,671,033 |
China Digital Times Inc Berkeley, CA | $583,424 | $3,143,749 |
Independent Arts & Media San Francisco, CA | $1,765,650 | $3,883,542 |
Center For Asian American Media San Francisco, CA | $7,019,296 | $6,137,998 |
Pangea Foundation San Diego, CA | $78,972 | $2,732,387 |
Words Of Peace International Westlake Village, CA | $2,861,507 | $4,186,143 |
The Social Justice Foundation Thousand Oaks, CA | $195,044 | $2,658,674 |
Indij Public Media Phoenix, AZ | $636,759 | $2,879,703 |