Journalistic Learning Initiative is located in Eugene, OR. The organization was established in 2015. According to its NTEE Classification (B90) the organization is classified as: Educational Services, under the broad grouping of Education and related organizations. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Journalistic Learning Initiative 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 12/2023, Journalistic Learning Initiative generated $1.1m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 8 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 49.6% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $813.0k during the year ending 12/2023. 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
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
EDUCATION THROUGH MEDIA
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATORS, WHICH HELPS STUDENTS DEVELOP ACADEMICALLY THROUGH PROJECT-BASED STORY TELLING. THEY LEARN TO COLLABORATE WITH PEERS AND BECOME BETTER RESEARCHERS AND WRITERS; THIS YEAR THE PROGRAM GREW FROM 20 TEACHERS TO 60 TEACHER SERVING MORE THAN 5000 STUDENT IN FOUR WESTERN STATES.
A SERIES OF SAFETY VIDEOS TO SUPPORT A HEALTHY ENVIRONMENT FOR STUDENTS
STUDENT VOICE, WHERE UNIVERSITY OF OREGON STUDENTS CREATE INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS, PODCASTS, NEWSLETTERS FOR THE NEXT GENERATION OF STORYTELLERS.
BLACK STUDENT MAGAZINE, JLIS AFTER-SCHOOL PROGRAM, WHICH HELPS STUDENTS IMPROVE THEIR WRITING, SELF-CONFIDENCE, AND TO CELEBRATE CULTURAL PRIDE; THIS PERIODICAL IS NOW REACHING STUDENTS IN 93 CITIES ACROSS THE US THROUGH A PARTNERSHIP WITH THE NATIONAL URBAN LEAGUE.
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Amira Barger Director | Trustee | 0.5 | $0 |
Suzzette Martinez-Malavet Director | Trustee | 0.5 | $0 |
Berk Nelson Director | Trustee | 0.5 | $0 |
Hank Stern Director | Trustee | 0.5 | $0 |
Susan Castillo Director | Trustee | 0.5 | $0 |
Ritch Colbert President | Officer | 1 | $0 |
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $329,750 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $788,629 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $1,118,379 |
| 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 | $1,118,379 |
| 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 | $203,352 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $3,420 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $11,825 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $70,906 |
| Fees for services: Other | $71,344 |
| Advertising and promotion | $35,054 |
| Office expenses | $27,105 |
| Information technology | $254,845 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $0 |
| Travel | $39,030 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $823 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $0 |
| Insurance | $4,727 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $813,024 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $695,874 |
| 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 | $695,874 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Total liabilities | $0 |
| 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 | $695,874 |
| Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $695,874 |