Media Research Center Inc
- Assets
- $16.5m
- Revenue
- $18.7m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 100
- Location
- Herndon, VA
- Founding
- 10/1988
- Data as of
- 12/2023
- EIN
- 54-1429009
Organization Overview
Media Research Center Inc is located in Herndon, VA. The organization was established in 1988. According to its NTEE Classification (A05) the organization is classified as: Research Institutes & Public Policy Analysis, under the broad grouping of Arts, Culture & Humanities and related organizations. As of 12/2023, Media Research Center Inc employed 100 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Media Research Center 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 12/2023, Media Research Center Inc generated $18.7m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 9 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 2.2% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $16.3m during the year ending 12/2023. While expenses have increased by 1.1% per year over the past 9 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
990T
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990T Filing
TAX YEAR
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
TO CREATE A MEDIA CULTURE IN AMERICA WHERE TRUTH AND LIBERTY FLOURISH.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
NEWS ANALYSIS DIVISION - BRINGS POLITICAL BALANCE TO THE NATION'S NEWS MEDIA BY DOCUMENTING AND COUNTERING LIBERAL BIAS FROM TELEVISION NETWORK NEWS SHOWS AND MAJOR PRINT PUBLICATIONS.
MRCTV - AN ONLINE MEDIA PLATFORM DESIGNED TO BROADCAST CONSERVATIVE VALUES, CULTURE, POLITICS, LIBERAL MEDIA BIAS, AND ENTERTAINMENT TO A NEW AND DIVERSE AUDIENCE ON A SOCIAL MEDIA OPTIMIZED SIGHT.
MRC FREE SPEECH AMERICA - A MOVEMENT TO STOP BIG TECH CENSORSHIP OF CONSERVATIVES.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Karl Ottosen Chairman/director | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Tim Donner Treasurer/director | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Dr Seymour Fein Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Melissa Emery Treasurer / Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Cameron Smith Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Jacques Dubois Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Morgan Meredith & Associates Marketing | 12/30/23 | $395,401 |
Creative Response Concepts Public Relations | 12/30/23 | $273,213 |
Meta Inc Advertising | 12/30/23 | $262,057 |
Pmg Marketing | 12/30/23 | $239,590 |
Snapstream Media Maintence For Archive System | 12/30/23 | $218,458 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| 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 | $12,427,643 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $443,496 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $12,427,643 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $172,839 |
| Investment income | $205,660 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $80,437 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $5,766,062 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $18,700,765 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $15,700 |
| 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. | $950,565 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $62,844 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $5,956,017 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $102,896 |
| Other employee benefits | $1,673,453 |
| Payroll taxes | $419,277 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $209,126 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $122,385 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $360,102 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $1,038,903 |
| Advertising and promotion | $513,287 |
| Office expenses | $195,372 |
| Information technology | $583,719 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $1,021,008 |
| Travel | $258,282 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $135,374 |
| Interest | $152,921 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $104,718 |
| Insurance | $195,182 |
| All other expenses | $182,173 |
| Total functional expenses | $16,296,481 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $1,226,530 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $217,268 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $687,147 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $303,960 |
| 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 | $109,578 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $570,881 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $5,816,046 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $7,543,347 |
| Total assets | $16,474,757 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $3,657,807 |
| 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 | $7,847,333 |
| Total liabilities | $11,505,140 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $2,023,196 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $2,946,421 |
| 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 | $16,474,757 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Media Research Center Inc has awarded $27,500 in support to 2 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
NATIONAL REVIEW INSTITUTE PURPOSE: TO SUPPORT THE ORGANIZATION TO ACHIVE ITS MISSION. | $10,000 |
COUNCIL FOR NATIONAL POLICY PURPOSE: TO SUPPORT THE ORGANIZATION TO ACHIVE ITS MISSION. | $17,500 |