Urban Alternative
- Assets
- $25.9m
- Revenue
- $23.5m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 38
- Location
- Desoto, TX
- Founding
- 11/1982
- Data as of
- 12/2021
- EIN
- 75-1835253
Organization Overview
Urban Alternative is located in Desoto, TX. The organization was established in 1982. According to its NTEE Classification (X80) the organization is classified as: Religious Media & Communications, under the broad grouping of Religion-Related and related organizations. As of 12/2021, Urban Alternative employed 38 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Urban Alternative 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 12/2021, Urban Alternative generated $23.5m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 7 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 13.0% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $17.6m during the year ending 12/2021. While expenses have increased by 11.4% per year over the past 7 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
2021
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
CHRISTIAN MINISTRY THAT SEEKS TO EQUIP, EMPOWER, AND UNITE CHRISTIANS TO IMPACT OUR SOCIETY.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
NATIONAL MEDIA OUTREACH:THE EXPOSITIONAL PRESENTATION OF GOD'S WORD IS THE FIRST AND HIGHEST PRIORITY OF OUR MINISTRY. WE ARE DEDICATED TO RESTORING HOPE AND TRANSFORMING LIVES IN INDIVIDUALS, FAMILIES, CHURCHES AND COMMUNITIES THROUGH THE PROCLAMATION AND APPLICATION OF THE WORD OF GOD. RADIO - THE URBAN ALTERNATIVE IS ABLE TO REACH OVER 2 MILLION PEOPLE EACH WEEK IN THE UNITED STATES AS WE AIR ON OVER 1,400 RADIO OUTLETS, AS WELL AS IMPACT LIVES IN 130 COUNTRIES. SEE SCHEDULE O FOR CONTINUATION OF NATIONAL MEDIA OUTREACH.
LOCAL COMMUNITIES REACH:THE URBAN ALTERNATIVE IMPACTS LOCAL COMMUNITIES THROUGH THE STRATEGIC TRAINING AND EQUIPPING OF PASTORS, PASTORS' WIVES AND LAY LEADERS IN CHURCHES AND NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATIONS. WE DO THIS THROUGH KINGDOM AGENDA PASTORS, PASTORS' WIVES MINISTRY, THE NATIONAL CHURCH ADOPT-A-SCHOOL INITIATIVE, AND THE TONY EVANS TRAINING CENTER. SEE SCHEDULE O FOR CONTINUATION OF LOCAL COMMUNITIES OUTREACH.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Dr Anthony T Evans President | OfficerTrustee | 30 | $329,464 |
Mr J Daryl Lee Chief Financial Officer | Officer | 40 | $117,316 |
Mr William E Collins Vice President | OfficerTrustee | 40 | $106,610 |
Mrs Joy Glover Director Of Ministry Services | 40 | $106,529 | |
Mrs Heather Hair Director Of Marketing | 40 | $103,210 | |
Mr Robert P Breuning Vice Chairman | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Sherman James Production Live Production | 12/30/21 | $179,779 |
Global Media Helps Tv & Radio Production | 12/30/21 | $223,593 |
Michael Dylan Gerik Tv & Radio Production | 12/30/21 | $170,072 |
Marketing Support Network Call Center | 12/30/21 | $248,832 |
Stout Agency Llc Tv & Radio Production | 12/30/21 | $296,653 |
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 | $21,272,490 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $62,388 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $21,272,490 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $112,712 |
| Investment income | $66,691 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $178,990 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $1,185,621 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $23,526,113 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $47,000 |
| 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. | $1,674,921 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $303,161 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $214,083 |
| Other salaries and wages | $1,595,855 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $27,959 |
| Other employee benefits | $270,952 |
| Payroll taxes | $111,383 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $19,479 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $106,032 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $208,625 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $19,927 |
| Fees for services: Other | $1,776,658 |
| Advertising and promotion | $2,481,888 |
| Office expenses | $849,883 |
| Information technology | $504,205 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $77,954 |
| Travel | $102,933 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $391,489 |
| Interest | $6,155 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $216,927 |
| Insurance | $36,429 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $17,572,418 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $14,805,028 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $1,260,602 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $644,140 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $837,854 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $148,121 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $4,009,500 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $3,512,678 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $710,782 |
| Total assets | $25,928,705 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $1,854,231 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $1,103,753 |
| 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 | $2,957,984 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $22,758,056 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $212,665 |
| 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 | $25,928,705 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Urban Alternative has awarded $47,000 in support to 3 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
Dallas, TX PURPOSE: Outreach to people in need | $25,000 |
CARVER BIBLE COLLEGE PURPOSE: Education | $12,000 |
Lansdale, PA PURPOSE: Church planting and radio ministry | $10,000 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 8 grants that Urban Alternative has recieved totaling $491,883.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
National Christian Charitable Foundation Inc Alpharetta, GA PURPOSE: GROWTH | $308,700 |
Servant Foundation Overland Park, KS PURPOSE: RELIGIOUS MINISTRY | $76,200 |
Schwab Charitable Fund San Francisco, CA PURPOSE: RELIGION RELATED | $65,150 |
Network For Good Inc Washington, DC PURPOSE: UNRESTRICTED | $13,170 |
The Community Foundation For Northern Virginia Inc Oakton, VA PURPOSE: RELIGIOUS MEDIA, COMMUNICATIONS ORGANIZATION | $12,000 |
Paypal Charitable Giving Fund Washington, DC PURPOSE: General Support | $9,603 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Urban Alternative Desoto, TX | $25,928,705 | $23,526,113 |
Oral Roberts Evangelistic Association Tulsa, OK | $7,780,573 | $6,644,717 |
World Bible School Incorporated Cedar Park, TX | $7,160,028 | $5,088,787 |
In Search Of The Lords Way Inc Edmond, OK | $2,835,232 | $4,061,102 |
Revelation Media Inc Richardson, TX | $2,417,781 | $2,935,513 |
Shalom Media Usa Inc Edinburg, TX | $2,445,045 | $3,547,883 |
From His Heart Ministries Texarkana, TX | $1,184,995 | $2,170,555 |
Dance Revolution Inc Southlake, TX | $643,476 | $1,970,172 |
Providence Educational Foundation New Orleans, LA | $8,597,784 | $1,490,690 |
Princess Belemzy Ministries Richmond, TX | -$435,408 | $872,865 |
Lifeline Chaplaincy Inc Houston, TX | $1,330,259 | $1,431,821 |
Amazing Grace Life Dallas, TX | $261,073 | $1,201,962 |