Desert Forum Inc
- Assets
- $2.5m
- Revenue
- $82.9k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 5
- Location
- La Quinta, CA
- Founding
- 01/1997
- Data as of
- 06/2021
- EIN
- 33-0716569
Organization Overview
Desert Forum Inc is located in La Quinta, CA. The organization was established in 1997. According to its NTEE Classification (W99) the organization is classified as: Public & Societal Benefit N.E.C., under the broad grouping of Public & Societal Benefit and related organizations. As of 06/2021, Desert Forum Inc employed 5 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Desert Forum 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, Desert Forum Inc generated $82.9k in total revenue. This represents a relatively dramatic decline in revenue. Over the past 7 years, the organization has seen revenues fall by an average of (33.8%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $335.6k during the year ending 06/2021. 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
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Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
LECTURE SERIES - THIS PROGRAM PRESENTS SPEECHES AND LECTURES BY PROMINENT WORLD LEADERS. THE PROGRAM PROVIDES A FORUM FOR THE GENERAL PUBLIC TO ATTEND THESE LECTURES AND OBTAIN AN INSIGHT INTO WORLD EVENTS, PUBLIC SERVICE, AND OTHER MATTERS AFFECTING OUR WORLD.
YOUTH AMBASSADOR PROGRAM - THIS PROGRAM ENABLES STUDENTS FROM LOCAL AREA SCHOOLS TO ATTEND SPEECHES AND LECTURES GIVEN BY PROMINENT CIVIC AND WORLD LEADERS. IT EXPANDS THE STUDENTS' INTELLECTUAL HORIZONS AND EXPOSES THEM TO LEADERS WHO WILL SERVE AS THEIR ROLE MODELS.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Becky Kurtz Executive Director | 40 | $109,848 | |
Andy Clark Past President | Officer | 1 | $0 |
Keith Goff President | Officer | 1 | $0 |
Brian S Harnik Vice President | Officer | 1 | $0 |
Judy Vossler Vice President | Officer | 1 | $0 |
Phillip K Smith Jr Secretary/treas | Officer | 1 | $0 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Pfl Audio Llc Audio/visual | 6/29/19 | $148,496 |
Keepler Associates Inc Speaker Fees | 6/29/19 | $130,000 |
Leading Authorities Inc Speaker Fees | 6/29/19 | $113,000 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $5,000 |
| Investment income | $22,802 |
| 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 | $82,852 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| 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. | $109,848 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $58,392 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $1,012 |
| Other employee benefits | $7,830 |
| Payroll taxes | $13,739 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $13,373 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $13,160 |
| Fees for services: Other | $3,765 |
| Advertising and promotion | $10,778 |
| Office expenses | $3,421 |
| Information technology | $3,812 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $17,558 |
| Travel | $0 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $557 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $333 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $1,983 |
| Insurance | $3,933 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $335,596 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $729,201 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $44,500 |
| 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 | $237,755 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $1,413,848 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $33,750 |
| Total assets | $2,466,326 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $10,202 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $731,463 |
| 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 | $741,665 |
| 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 |
| Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $1,724,661 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 3 grants that Desert Forum Inc has recieved totaling $124,000.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
H N And Frances C Berger Foundation Palm Desert, CA PURPOSE: SPONSORSHIP OF 2021 SPEAKER SERIES | $100,000 |
The Coeta And Donald Barker Foundation Rancho Mirage, CA PURPOSE: SUPPORT ORCHESTRA | $20,000 |
Carol Swanson Price Foundation Kansas City, MO PURPOSE: 2022 SPEAKER SERIES | $4,000 |
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|---|---|---|
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Vermont Village Human Services Corporation Los Angeles, CA | $28,001,792 | $4,364,948 |
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Greater Reno Community Ice Skating Association Reno, NV | $10,174,749 | $2,449,166 |