International Sister Cities Association Of Fort Worth Inc
- Assets
- $839.8k
- Revenue
- $563.6k
- Investments
- $57.0k
- Employees
- 5
- Location
- Fort Worth, TX
- Founding
- 01/1987
- Data as of
- 09/2021
- EIN
- 75-2057300
Organization Overview
International Sister Cities Association Of Fort Worth Inc, operating under the name Fort Worth Sister Cities International, is located in Fort Worth, TX. The organization was established in 1987. According to its NTEE Classification (Q05) the organization is classified as: Research Institutes & Public Policy Analysis, under the broad grouping of International, Foreign Affairs & National Security and related organizations. As of 09/2021, Fort Worth Sister Cities International employed 5 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Fort Worth Sister Cities International 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 09/2021, Fort Worth Sister Cities International generated $563.6k in total revenue. This represents a relatively dramatic decline in revenue. Over the past 6 years, the organization has seen revenues fall by an average of (11.5%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $465.8k during the year ending 09/2021. As we would expect to see with falling revenues, expenses have declined by (13.9%) per year over the past 6 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
2021
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
THIS ORGANIZATION IS THE ONLY ONE DEDICATED SOLELY TO PROMOTING FORT WORTH GLOBALLY AND ENRICHING OUR COMMUNITY THROUGH INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION, EXCHANGE AND COMMERCE. WE PROVIDE A WORLD OF OPPORTUNITIES FOR OUR CITY LEADERS, CITIZENS, EDUCATORS, STUDENTS AND BUSINESSES ALIKE.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
SISTER CITIES EXCHANGES AND OUTREACH - REGULAR MEETINGS, EVENTS, AND ACTIVITIES ORGANIZED BY MEMBERS THAT FEATURE THE CULTURES, BUSINESS CONNECTIONS, AND GLOBAL INITIATIVES OF FORT WORTH'S NINE SISTER CITIES.
YOUTH AND EDUCATOR AMBASSADOR PROGRAMS - EDUCATIONAL AND CULTURAL YOUTH EXCHANGES BETWEEN FORT WORTH AND ITS SISTER CITIES.
INTERNATIONAL LEADERSHIP ACADEMY - A DYNAMIC SUMMER LEADERSHIP PROGRAM BRINING FORT WORTH STUDENTS TOGETHER WITH HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS FROM AROUND THE WORLD. THROUGH THE PROGRAM, STUDENTS GAIN ESSENTIAL LEADERSHIP AND COMMUNICATION SKILLS FROM CROSS-CULTURAL ACTIVITIES SUCH AS ART, MUSIC, AND LANGUAGE STUDIES. DURING THE YEAR ENDED SEPTEMBER 30 2019, THE INTERNATIONAL LEADERSHIP ACADEMY (ILA) TOOK PLACE IN JAPAN TO COMMEMORATE THE ACADEMY'S 30TH ANNIVERSARY AND RETURNED TO FORT WORTH IN 2020 AND 2021 AS A VIRTUAL OPTION DUE TO THE PANDEMIC. IT WILL RETURN TO IN-PERSON PROGRAMMING IN 2022.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Mae Ferguson President & CEO | Officer | 60 | $144,240 |
Joseph Ramirez Vice President & COO | Officer | 50 | $60,299 |
Greg Jackson Chair-Elect | OfficerTrustee | 10 | $0 |
Becky Renfro Borbolla Chairman Of The Board | OfficerTrustee | 10 | $0 |
Jason Brown Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 10 | $0 |
Frank Tilley Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 10 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $385 |
| Fundraising events | $260,607 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $127,981 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $125,715 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $43,645 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $514,688 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $9,460 |
| Investment income | $26,111 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $25,923 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | -$12,619 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $563,563 |
| 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. | $245,712 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $20,056 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $98,230 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $2,646 |
| Other employee benefits | $14,898 |
| Payroll taxes | $23,936 |
| 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 | $8,644 |
| Advertising and promotion | $5,412 |
| Office expenses | $27,770 |
| Information technology | $23,532 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $2,463 |
| Travel | $6,630 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $470 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $321 |
| Insurance | $5,133 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $465,797 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $106,688 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $51,337 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $27,187 |
| 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 | $50,030 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $959 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $546,601 |
| Investments—other securities | $56,972 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $839,774 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $78,318 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $144,264 |
| 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 | $222,582 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $565,855 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $51,337 |
| 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 | $839,774 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 2 grants that International Sister Cities Association Of Fort Worth Inc has recieved totaling $10,100.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Alcon Foundation Fort Worth, TX PURPOSE: COMMUNITY | $10,000 |
Amazonsmile Foundation Seattle, WA PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $100 |
Endowment Analysis
| Net Contributions | $56,972 |
| Ending Balance | $56,972 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
World Affairs Council Of Dallas Fort Worth Dallas, TX | $2,698,717 | $1,948,075 |
World Affairs Council Of Greater Houston Houston, TX | $1,696,676 | $1,019,876 |
Conflict And Development Foundation Castroville, TX | $10,793,398 | $2,410,716 |
Jerusalem Institute Of Justice Inc McKinney, TX | $60,597 | $493,502 |
International Sister Cities Association Of Fort Worth Inc Fort Worth, TX | $839,774 | $563,563 |
World Affairs Council Of San Antonio San Antonio, TX | $177,239 | $338,524 |
Los Alamos Study Group Albuquerque, NM | $19,755 | $115,156 |
The Dallas Committee On Foreign Relations Dallas, TX | $98,662 | $0 |
Institute For Global Field And Policy Research Euless, TX | $4,799 | $0 |
Public Policy Information Fund Marathon, TX | $62,811 | $0 |
2430 Group Inc Austin, TX | $0 | $152,000 |
Gideon Shield Institute Whitehouse, TX | $0 | $0 |