Self-Help Graphics And Arts Inc
- Assets
- $7.4m
- Revenue
- $2.3m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 30
- Location
- Los Angeles, CA
- Founding
- 09/1973
- Data as of
- 06/2021
- EIN
- 23-7311837
Organization Overview
Self-Help Graphics And Arts Inc is located in Los Angeles, CA. The organization was established in 1973. According to its NTEE Classification (A40) the organization is classified as: Visual Arts, under the broad grouping of Arts, Culture & Humanities and related organizations. As of 06/2021, Self-Help Graphics And Arts Inc employed 30 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Self-Help Graphics And Arts Inc 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 06/2021, Self-Help Graphics And Arts Inc generated $2.3m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 6 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 29.7% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $1.1m during the year ending 06/2021. While expenses have increased by 18.5% per year over the past 6 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
2021
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
FOUNDED IN 1970 IN THE HEART OF EAST LOS ANGELES, SELF HELP GRAPHICS AND ART IS DEDICATED TO THE PRODUCTION, INTERPRETATION AND DISTRIBUTION OF PRINTS AND OTHER ART MEDIA BY CHICANA/O AND LATINA/O ARTISTS. OUR MULTI-DISCIPLINARY, INTER-GENERATIONAL PROGRAMS PROMOTE ARTISTIC EXCELLENCE AND EMPOWER OUR COMMUNITY BY PROVIDING ACCESS TO SPACE, TOOLS, TRAINING AND CAPITAL.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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SELF-HELP GRAPHICS (SHG) PRESENTS CULTURAL EVENTS SUCH AS THE LONGEST RUNNING DIA DE LOS MUERTOS PUBLIC CELEBRATION IN THE COUNTRY FOR LOCAL AND REGIONAL AUDIENCES. THE EVENT INCLUDES A THREE MONTH LONG SERIES OF PROGRAMS AIMED AT ENGAGING LOCAL COMMUNITIES IN A FESTIVAL EVENT ON NOVEMBER 2ND INCLUDING FOOD, ENTERTAINMENT, AND ART. SHG ALSO PROVIDES A ROBUST PROGRAM OF CULTURAL EXHIBIITONS YEAR-ROUND, WHICH INCLUDE PUBLIC AND EDUCATIONAL ENGAGEMENT PROGRAMMING.
COMMUNITY AND YOUTH PROGRAMS - SELF-HELP GRAPHICS (SHG) PROMOTES AND SUPPORTS THE WORK OF EMERGING, ESTABLISHED AND MID-CAREER CHICANO/LATINO VISUAL ARTISTS AND PROVIDES A SPACE WHERE THEY CAN WORK IN AN EGALITARIAN ATMOSPHERE OF CREATIVITY AND COOPERATION. SHG'S PUBLIC ART WORKSHOPS ATTRACT ARTISTS AT ALL LEVELS WHO WORK AT SHG IN A VARIETY OF MEDIUMS INCLUDING INTAGLIO PRINTMAKING, DIY SILKSCREENING AND MANY OTHERS. SHG IS ONE OF THE FEW PLACES IN LOS ANGELES THAT OFFERS ARTISTS A SPACE WHERE THEY CAN DEVELOP ARTISTICALLY REGARDLESS OF AGE, RACE OR ETHNICITY. SHG ALSO PROVIDES ARTS SERVICES TO SCHOOLS, COMMUNITY BASED ORGANIZATIONS AND PRIVATE COMPANIES THROUGH ITS BARRIO MOBILE ART STUDIO WHICH SPECIALIZES IN A VARIETY OF ART WORKSHOPS TO ENGAGE WITH COMMUNITY AND YOUTH THROUGH ART. MOBILE ART WORKSHOPS INCLUDE SILKSCREENING, STENCIL MAKING, AEROSOL CLASSES, MURAL PROJECTS AND MORE.
PROFESSIONAL PRINT-MAKING PROGRAMS - SELF HELP GRAPHICS (SHG) PROFESSIONAL PRINT-MAKING PROGRAM IS THE FOUNDATION OF THE ORGANIZATION. THE PROGRAM HAS PRODUCED 71 EDITIONS OF SILKSCREEN PRINTS BY AN EVER-GROWING NUMBER OF LOCAL AND VISITING ARTISTS. THROUGH ITS COLLECTION, SHG SERVES AS A RESOURCE FOR ACADEMIC RESEARCH AND SCHOLARSHIP FOR HISTORIANS, TEACHERS AND STUDENTS. SHG REMAINS A KEY INSTITUTION IN THE CULTURE OF EAST LOS ANGELES AND CALIFORNIA AS A CULTURAL NEXUS OF DEVELOPMENT OF EMERGING ARTISTS WHO USE ITS FACILITIES TO BRING THEIR ARTISTIC SKILLS AND IDEALS TO MATURITY. AS A RESULT, SHG BRINGS TO THE COMMUNITY THE PROUD TRADITION OF ALTERNATIVE EDUCATION THAT INSTILLS IN ITS YOUTH MODELS FOR FUTURE HOPE AND CAREER ASPIRATION.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Betty Avila Executive Director | Officer | 40 | $79,442 |
Enrendira Bernal Board Chair | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Keri Castaneda Board Vice Chair | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Luis Rivera Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Roberta Tinajero-Frankel Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Wayne Perry Board Member | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $1,009,439 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $188,860 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $892,592 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $2,090,891 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $191,730 |
| 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 | $2,282,621 |
| 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. | $79,442 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $23,832 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $313,847 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $90,527 |
| Payroll taxes | $0 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $37,848 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $34,158 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $2,539 |
| Information technology | $6,022 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $15,727 |
| Travel | $0 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $272 |
| Interest | $33,000 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $26,983 |
| Insurance | $29,229 |
| All other expenses | $12,309 |
| Total functional expenses | $1,095,010 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $1,167,778 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $194,612 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $162,035 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $1,690,493 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $0 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $3,545,877 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $597,893 |
| Total assets | $7,358,688 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $7,592 |
| 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 | $1,675,000 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $100,428 |
| Total liabilities | $1,783,020 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $5,042,590 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $533,078 |
| 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 | $7,358,688 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 12 grants that Self-Help Graphics And Arts Inc has recieved totaling $455,226.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
The California Endowment Los Angeles, CA PURPOSE: GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT: TO SUPPORT EFFORTS TO PROMOTE SOCIALLY ENGAGING, CULTURE-AFFIRMING ART PROJECTS PROVIDING AN OUTLET FOR SELF-EXPRESSION AND BRINGING THE COMMUNITY TOGETHER TO IMPROVE HEALTH AND WELL-BEING IN BOYLE HEIGHTS. | $85,000 |
Ford Foundation New York, NY PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $75,000 |
Ford Foundation New York, NY PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $66,000 |
Snap Foundation Santa Monica, CA PURPOSE: TO IMPLEMENT YOUTH PROGRAMS | $50,000 |
The Annenberg Foundation Conshohocken, PA PURPOSE: GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | $50,000 |
The California Endowment Los Angeles, CA PURPOSE: MATCHING GIFT: TO SUPPORT AN ORGANIZATION THAT PROVIDES EDUCATIONAL, ARTISTIC AND CULTURAL PROGRAMMING TO PROMOTE COMMUNITY HEALTH AND EQUITY IN BOYLE HEIGHTS AND EAST LOS ANGELES. | $45,000 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Creative Visions Foundation Malibu, CA | $2,694,700 | $10,872,980 |
Glaziers Architectural Metal & Glass Workers Local Union 1399 Hea Covina, CA | $12,022,551 | $5,262,157 |
Phoenix Painting Industry Trust Fund Phoenix, AZ | $8,745,449 | $4,690,569 |
Elderheart Inc Sisters, OR | $6,200,437 | $6,066,501 |
Social And Public Art Resource Center Venice, CA | $5,398,489 | $1,298,270 |
Modern Quilt Guild Inc Los Angeles, CA | $471,322 | $1,206,669 |
Catchlight San Francisco, CA | $2,559,579 | $3,095,707 |
Self-Help Graphics And Arts Inc Los Angeles, CA | $7,358,688 | $2,282,621 |
California Anime Foundation Granada Hills, CA | $325,204 | $1,412,708 |
Bay Area Glass Institute Inc San Jose, CA | $1,447,752 | $1,103,523 |
Hui Noeau Makawao, HI | $6,399,050 | $1,181,820 |
American Society Of Media Photographers Inc San Francisco, CA | $534,568 | $1,162,030 |