Blacks In Government
- Assets
- $36.1k
- Revenue
- $36.8k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 0
- Location
- Washington, DC
- Founding
- 10/1993
- Data as of
- 12/2023
- EIN
- 52-1775695
Organization Overview
Blacks In Government is located in Washington, DC. The organization was established in 1993. According to its NTEE Classification (A23) the organization is classified as: Cultural & Ethnic Awareness, under the broad grouping of Arts, Culture & Humanities and related organizations. This organization is a subordinate organization within an affiliated group for tax-exemption purposes. Blacks In Government 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, Blacks In Government generated $36.8k in total revenue. This represents a relatively dramatic decline in revenue. Over the past 5 years, the organization has seen revenues fall by an average of (7.1%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $53.4k during the year ending 12/2023. As we would expect to see with falling revenues, expenses have declined by (3.3%) per year over the past 5 years. 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
ENABLE ALL PRESENT AND FUTURE BLACK EMPLOYEES IN LOCAL, STATE AND FEDERAL GOVERNMENT TO HAVE THE ABILITY TO MAXIMIZE THEIR CAREER OPPORTUNITIES AND PROVIDE A MECHANISM FOR INCLUSION, GROWTH AND ADVOCACY.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
VIRTUAL YOUTH (ORATORICAL/STEM) (JUNE 2023) THE YOUTH ORATORICAL/STEM COMPETITION PROVIDED STUDENTS THE CHANCE IN A PUBLIC ENVIRONMENT THE OPPORTUNITY TO DEVELOP SPEAKING AND PRESENTATION SKILLS DEMONSTRATING THEIR KNOWLEDGE AND CREATIVITY ORALLY AND IN SCIENCE. CERTIFICATES OF PARTICIPATION AND REGION XI AWARDS WERE PRESENTED FOR FIRST, SECOND, AND THIRD PLACE WINNERS. STUDENTS FROM THE 9TH TO 12TH GRADES PARTICIPATED IN THE COMPETITION. THE ORATORICAL/STEM PROGRAMS WERE DESIGNED BY THE BIG NATIONAL ORGANIZATION TO ENHANCE THE COMMUNICATION AND TECHNOLOGY SKILLS OF SCHOOL STUDENTS. THE ORATORICAL THEME: ARE VOTING RIGHTS ESSENTIAL FOR THE 21ST CENTURY AMERICA? WHY OR WHY NOT? THE STEM THEME: THE WATER CRISIS IN AMERICA, HOW DO WE REPAIR IT? THESE ORATORICAL/STEM THEMES WERE FOR 2023.
COMMUNITY SERVICE OUTREACH: PROVIDED DONATIONS AND DISTRIBUTED ITEMS TO AREA FOOD BANKS AND SHELTERS SUCH AS THE ARC OF SOUTHERN MARYLAND. BIG REGION XI MADE A MONETARY DONATION TO THIS CHARITY. ALSO, BIG REGION XI PURCHASED 132 PAIRS OF SOCKS AND DONATED THEM TO THE FORT WASHINGTON REHABILITATION CENTER, OTHER ORGANIZATIONS THAT BIG REGION XI MADE DONATIONS TO WERE S.O.M.E (SOME OTHERS MAY EAT), CAPITAL AREA FOOD BANK, THE SAFE SISTERS CENTER.
LEGISLATIVE COMMITTEE: BIG REGION XI ATTENDED THE CONGRESSIONAL BLACK CAUCUS - ANNUAL LEGISLATIVE CONFERENCE. HEARD FROM VARIOUS SPEAKERS SUCH AS CONGRESSMAN GLEN IVY, CONGRESSWOMAN SEWEL, SENATOR CORY BOOKER, AND CONGRESSWOMAN LUCY MCBATH ON TOPICS SUCH AS SCOTUS RULING ON RACE CONSIDERATIONS POST SCOTUS RULING, GUN VIOLENCE REFORM, AI AND BLACK AMERICA: HARNESSING THE PROMISE AND MITIGATING THE HARMS, AND THE TOPIC ON GUN SENSE TAKES THE NATION: HOW BLACK LEADERS ARE WORKING TO END VIOLENCE. BIG REGION XI ALSO, ATTENDED CANDIDATE DEBATE FOR MARYLAND U.S. SENATE CANDIDATES RUNNING FOR OFFICE IN 2023.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Stephan Matthews President | Officer | 30 | $0 |
Pia Scott First Vice President | Officer | 30 | $0 |
Sharrell Davis Treasurer | Officer | 20 | $0 |
Contress Braxton Correspondence Secretary | Officer | 10 | $0 |
Donna Hill Recording Secretary | Officer | 10 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $1,622 |
| Membership dues | $3,844 |
| Fundraising events | $24,367 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $0 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $1,928 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $31,761 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $5,000 |
| Investment income | $73 |
| 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 | $36,834 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $0 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $0 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $53,374 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $0 |
| Travel | $0 |
| 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 | $0 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $53,374 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $8,750 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $27,317 |
| 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 | $36,067 |
| 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 | $36,067 |
| Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $36,067 |