Cinefemme is located in Santa Monica, CA. The organization was established in 2003. According to its NTEE Classification (A31) the organization is classified as: Film & Video, under the broad grouping of Arts, Culture & Humanities and related organizations. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Cinefemme 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, Cinefemme generated $346.1k in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 8 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 12.8% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $323.1k during the year ending 12/2023. While expenses have increased by 11.9% per year over the past 8 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
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
PROVIDES FISCAL SPONSORSHIP FOR WOMEN FILMMAKERS.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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FISCAL SPONSORSHIP - CINEFEMME'S FISCAL SPONSORSHIP PROGRAM SUPPORTS INDEPENDENT WOMEN-IDENTIFIED FILMMAKERS & ARTISTS TO COMPLETE THEIR PROJECTS FROM INCEPTION TO EXHIBITION. WE HAVE SPONSORED OVER 50 SHORT FILMS, ACTIVIST SITES, FILM FESTIVALS, AND OTHER PROJECTS BY WOMEN FILMMAKERS.
CINEFEMME DIRECTORS COLLECTIVE - THE CINEFEMME DIRECTORS COLLECTIVE IS A CUTTING-EDGE NETWORK OF FEMALE-IDENTIFIED AND NON-BINARY FILM AND MEDIA DIRECTORS WHO CREATE BOUNDARY-BREAKING CONTENT THROUGH NARRATIVE AND DOCUMENTARY STORYTELLING. WE ARE PASSIONATE ABOUT THE CRAFT OF DIRECTING AND ARE COMMITTED TO RAISING THE BAR IN OUR CREATIVE INDUSTRIES. THE COLLECTIVE'S REGULAR MEETINGS AND EVENTS ARE DEDICATED TO SUPPORTING CREATORS WITH THE GOAL OF MUTUAL MENTORSHIP AND IMPROVING OUR CRAFT.
DINNER WITH DAMES - DINNER WITH DAMES IS A MENTORSHIP PROGRAM FEATURING AN INDUSTRY VIP AND A GROUP OF DIVERSE WOMEN FILMMAKERS WHO FRANKLY DISCUSS THEIR EXPERIENCES AND RECEIVE ADVICE AND OPPORTUNITIES.
Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
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Michelle Kantor Executive Director | Officer | 10 | $170,504 |
Josi Mann Director Of Communications | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Heide Foley CFO | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Kimby Caplan Board Member | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Emily Best Board Member | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Lagueria Davis Board Member | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Statement of Revenue | |
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Federated campaigns | $0 |
Membership dues | $0 |
Fundraising events | $0 |
Related organizations | $0 |
Government grants | $0 |
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $346,073 |
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $346,073 |
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 | $346,073 |
Statement of Expenses | |
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Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $146,841 |
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. | $170,504 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $51,151 |
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 | $4,203 |
Advertising and promotion | $0 |
Office expenses | $480 |
Information technology | $240 |
Royalties | $0 |
Occupancy | $0 |
Travel | $153 |
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 | $684 |
Total functional expenses | $323,105 |
Balance Sheet | |
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Cash—non-interest-bearing | $23,807 |
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 | $23,807 |
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 | $23,807 |
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 | $0 |
Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $23,807 |
Over the last fiscal year, Cinefemme has awarded $146,841 in support to 4 organizations.
Grant Recipient | Amount |
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LADY PARTS LLC PURPOSE: FISCAL SPONSORSHIP FOR WOMEN-CREATED CINEMATIC ARTS | $92,000 |
ASSERTION FILMS LLC PURPOSE: FISCAL SPONSORSHIP FOR WOMEN-CREATED CINEMATIC ARTS | $41,801 |
THE RED SHOE PURPOSE: FISCAL SPONSORSHIP FOR WOMEN-CREATED CINEMATIC ARTS | $7,566 |
MAID AND PRINCE PRODUCTIONS LLC PURPOSE: FISCAL SPONSORSHIP FOR WOMEN-CREATED CINEMATIC ARTS | $5,474 |