Chinese For Affirmative Action
- Assets
- $44.1m
- Revenue
- $13.8m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 136
- Location
- San Francisco, CA
- Founding
- 04/1972
- Data as of
- 12/2022
- EIN
- 94-2161304
Organization Overview
Chinese For Affirmative Action, operating under the name Asian Americans for Civil Rights and Equality, is located in San Francisco, CA. The organization was established in 1972. According to its NTEE Classification (R22) the organization is classified as: Minority Rights, under the broad grouping of Civil Rights, Social Action & Advocacy and related organizations. As of 12/2022, Asian Americans for Civil Rights and Equality employed 136 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Asian Americans for Civil Rights and Equality 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 12/2022, Asian Americans for Civil Rights and Equality generated $13.8m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 7 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 29.5% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $13.2m during the year ending 12/2022. While expenses have increased by 29.2% 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.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2022
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
CHINESE FOR AFFIRMATIVE ACTION ("CAA") IS A COMMUNITY-BASED CIVIL RIGHTS ORGANIZATION THAT CONDUCTS COMMUNITY SERVICE, POLICY ADVOCACY, AND MOVEMENT BUILDING ACTIVITIES.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
CAA'S LOCAL PROGRAMMING NURTURES THE ABILITY OF IMMIGRANTS TO PARTICIPATE FULLY IN CIVIC LIFE. THESE ACTIVITIES INCLUDE LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT FOR MONOLINGUAL PUBLIC SCHOOL PARENTS, EMPLOYMENT SERVICES FOR LIMITED-ENGLISH PROFICIENT NEWCOMERS, OUTREACH FOR IMMIGRANT LEGAL SERVICES, AND COMMUNITY AND VOTER EDUCATION UNDERSCORING ISSUES THAT IMPACT CAA'S CONSTITUENCY. IN ADDITION, CAA LEADS ADVOCACY TO IMPROVE PUBLIC POLICY AND INFORM PUBLIC DISCOURSE THROUGH ETHNIC AND MAINSTREAM MEDIA, AND ORGANIZES TO ENGAGE ELECTED AND GOVERNMENT OFFICIALS.
OTHER PROGRAMS: CAA CONTINUES TO SUPPORT AND CONTRIBUTE TO A BROADER PROGRESSIVE MOVEMENT FOR SOCIAL CHANGE IN MULTIPLE WAYS. IN ADDITION TO FISCALLY SPONSORING HIP, CAA IS THE FISCAL SPONSOR FOR NINE ADDITIONAL GROUPS: THE ALLIANCE OF SOUTH ASIANS TAKING ACTION; APEX EXPRESS; ASIAN PRISONER SUPPORT COMMITTEE; ASIAN REFUGEES UNITED; HYPHEN MAGAZINE; LAVENDER PHOENIX (FORMERLY APIENC - API EQUALITY NORTHERN CALIFORNIA); THE NETWORK ON RELIGION AND JUSTICE; VIETUNITY; & THE VISIBILITY PROJECT. TOGETHER WITH CAA, THESE GROUPS SHARE ADMINISTRATIVE, CAMPAIGN, AND MOVEMENT BUILDING RESOURCES WHILE EXPLORING AND DEEPENING THE CONNECTIONS THAT OUR COLLECTIVE MEMBERS, VOLUNTEERS, AND STAFF HAVE WITH ONE ANOTHER.
STOP AAPI HATE IS AN INITIATIVE LED BY CAA WITH AAPI EQUITY ALLIANCE AND SAN FRANCISCO STATE UNIVERSITY ASIAN AMERICAN STUDIES DEPARTMENT TO ADDRESS ANTI-ASIAN HATE, VIOLENCE, AND RACISM. THE NEED AND DEMAND FOR THIS WORK SURFACED AND HAS ESCALATED DURING THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC.
HMONG INNOVATING POLITICS ("HIP"): THE ORGANIZATION IS THE FISCAL SPONSOR FOR HIP, A GRASSROOTS ORGANIZATION IN THE CENTRAL VALLEY, CALIFORNIA, WHOSE MISSION IS TO ADVANCE SOCIAL JUSTICE AND BUILD POWER WITH HMONG YOUTH AND FAMILIES THROUGH LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT AND MULTI-GENERATIONAL COMMUNITY ORGANIZING. HIP'S WORK INCLUDES CIVIC ENGAGEMENT, YOUTH ORGANIZING, COMMUNICATION, NARRATIVE CHANGE, AND SOCIAL JUSTICE COALITION BUILDING.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Celia Lee Chairperson | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Lisa Lee Vice Chair/secretary | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Chris Jocson Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Michelle Kim Board Member | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Jill Kunishima Board Member | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Daniel Lee Board Member | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Fenton Communications Inc Media Strategy And Press Support | 12/30/22 | $365,155 |
The University Corp Sf State Partner In Stop Aapi Hate | 12/30/22 | $155,898 |
Dan Nguyen-tan Llc Operations/planning For Stop Aapi Hate | 12/30/22 | $149,090 |
Blueprint Interactive Digital Strategy | 12/30/22 | $145,000 |
Arab Resource And Organizing Center Partner In Language Access Network | 12/30/22 | $102,704 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $190,435 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $724,712 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $9,472,630 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $97,931 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $10,387,777 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $3,496,903 |
| Investment income | $777,937 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | -$899,876 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $13,816,264 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $221,221 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $595,548 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $190,074 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $5,692,175 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $116,359 |
| Other employee benefits | $755,108 |
| Payroll taxes | $466,044 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $33,598 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $89,980 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $115,823 |
| Fees for services: Other | $3,556,483 |
| Advertising and promotion | $1,515 |
| Office expenses | $178,959 |
| Information technology | $679,541 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $125,029 |
| Travel | $105,889 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $14,229 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $75,193 |
| Insurance | $19,389 |
| All other expenses | $89,802 |
| Total functional expenses | $13,209,349 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $9,172,620 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $1,225,118 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $1,569,823 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $322,035 |
| 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 | $174,645 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $709,531 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $30,834,676 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $80,635 |
| Total assets | $44,089,083 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $949,723 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $351,931 |
| 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 | $67,027 |
| Total liabilities | $1,368,681 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $37,785,201 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $4,935,201 |
| 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 | $44,089,083 |