Central Houston Civic Improvement Inc
- Assets
- $4.7m
- Revenue
- $1.1m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 0
- Location
- Houston, TX
- Founding
- 09/1984
- Data as of
- 12/2021
- EIN
- 76-0113584
Organization Overview
Central Houston Civic Improvement Inc is located in Houston, TX. The organization was established in 1984. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Central Houston Civic Improvement 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 12/2021, Central Houston Civic Improvement Inc generated $1.1m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 7 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 13.1% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $822.8k during the year ending 12/2021. While expenses have increased by 7.9% 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
CENTRAL HOUSTON CIVIC IMPROVEMENT LNC.'S MISSION IS TO ENSURE THE CONTINUED VITALITY AND TO SUPPORT DEVELOPMENT OF DOWNTOWN AND THE CENTRAL CITY THAT IS CRITICAL TO THE CONTINUED HEALTH AND GROWTH OF HOUSTON.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM-THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM IS USED AS A RELIABLE RESOURCE FOR INVESTORS, BUILDING OWNERS AND TENANTS SERVING AS A CLEARINGHOUSE FOR INFORMATION, INCLUDING INTERNALLY GENERATED DATA SUCH AS THE DOWNTOWN OFFICE STORY, DEVELOPMENT MAPS, AND INDEPENDENT RESEARCH. THE GOAL OF THE PROGRAM IS TO RECRUIT AND RETAIN OFFICE TENANTS, ENCOURAGE QUALITY DEVELOPMENT, GROW THE INNOVATION ECOSYSTEM, AND ULTIMATELY BRING EMPLOYERS AND JOBS TO DOWNTOWN.
NORTH HOUSTON HIGHWAY IMPROVEMENT PLAN CIVIC OPPORTUNITIES PROGRAM-A FRAMEWORK FOR RESPONSIBLE DECISIONS REGARDING THE CIVIC OPPORTUNITIES ASSOCIATED WITH THE NHHIP PROJECT HAS BEEN CREATED THROUGH THE MAYOR'S OFFICE AND STEERING COMMITTEE OF CIVIC VOLUNTEERS. CENTRAL HOUSTON CIVIC IMPROVEMENT SERVES AS THE COORDINATING ENTITY TO PROVIDE A DEEP RESOURCE OF EXPERIENCED URBAN PLANNING, DESIGN, ENGINEERING, AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT RESOURCES, EITHER THROUGH INTERNAL STAFF OR THROUGH THE ENGAGEMENT OF CONSULTANTS, TO SUPPLEMENT THE RESOURCES OF THE CITY AND PLAY AN INTEGRAL ROLE WITH THE CITY OF HOUSTON AND TXDOT TO ADVANCE THE OVERALL QUALITY OF DESIGN FOR THE HIGHWAY PROJECT. CENTRAL HOUSTON CIVIC IMPROVEMENT OPERATES UNDER THE TERMS OF A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH THE CITY OF HOUSTON AS WELL AS AN INTERAGENCY AGREEMENT WITH TXDOT WHICH DEFINES A PROCESS FOR JOINT DEVELOPMENT OF PRESCRIPTIVE DESIGN STANDARDS, PROCUREMENT SCORING AND JOINT REVIEW AS THE PROJECT PROGRESSES THROUGH THE DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION PHASES.
TRANSPORTATION ACCESS-TRANSPORTATION PROGRAM ADVOCACY IS CENTRAL TO STRONG ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT IN DOWNTOWN. CENTRAL HOUSTON ADVOCATES ON BEHALF OF ITS DOWNTOWN STAKEHOLDERS TO IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF TRANSPORTATION OPTIONS, PRIORITY ACCESS, EFFECTIVE COMMUTING METHODS, AND WORKS WITH THE CITY OF HOUSTON AND OTHER AGENCIES INCLUDING TXDOT, METRO, AND H-GAC TO COORDINATE TRANSPORTATION PROJECTS THAT IMPACT DOWNTOWN. CONTRIBUTION INCLUDES FUNDING FOR A FULL TIME TRANSPORTATION PROGRAM LEAD, EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES, AND RESEARCH.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Alex Jessett Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
David Ruiz Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Kristopher Larson President | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Niloufar Molavi Chairman | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Jamie Perkins Assist. Secretary | Officer | 1 | $0 |
Bob Eury CEO Retired 10/15/21 | Officer | 0.1 | $0 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Utile Inc Consulting | 12/30/20 | $153,340 |
Swa Group Consulting | 12/30/20 | $414,867 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $205,199 |
| Government grants | $577,786 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $322,500 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $1,105,485 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $1,480 |
| 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 | $1,106,965 |
| 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 | $367,106 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $2,987 |
| Payroll taxes | $0 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $13,300 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $134,334 |
| Advertising and promotion | $17,368 |
| Office expenses | $2,040 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $2,084 |
| Travel | $0 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $1,324 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $0 |
| Insurance | $2,222 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $822,775 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $0 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $4,699,918 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $4,160 |
| 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 | $3,085 |
| 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 | $4,707,163 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $63,296 |
| 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 | $3,346,492 |
| Total liabilities | $3,409,788 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $10,540 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $1,286,835 |
| 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 | $4,707,163 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Central Houston Civic Improvement Inc has awarded $136,000 in support to 2 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
Houston, TX PURPOSE: HEARST FOUNDATION GRANT | $100,000 |
Houston, TX PURPOSE: HEARTLAND ALLIANCE GRANT | $36,000 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 6 grants that Central Houston Civic Improvement Inc has recieved totaling $320,000.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Greater Houston Community Foundation Houston, TX PURPOSE: PUBLIC BENEFIT | $125,000 |
Kinder Foundation Houston, TX PURPOSE: GENERAL FUND | $100,000 |
M D Anderson Foundation Houston, TX PURPOSE: CAPITAL CAMPAIGN | $50,000 |
Vivian L Smith Foundation Houston, TX PURPOSE: TRANSFORM JONES PLAZA SQUARE | $25,000 |
Khourie Family Foundation Houston, TX PURPOSE: GENERAL OPERATING EXPENSE | $10,000 |
Sklar Family Foundation Houston, TX PURPOSE: CONTRIBUTIONS | $10,000 |
Endowment Analysis
| Beg. Balance | $984,466 |
| Net Contributions | $1,090,486 |
| Other Expense | $788,117 |
| Ending Balance | $1,286,835 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Central Houston Civic Improvement Inc Houston, TX | $4,707,163 | $1,106,965 |
The Carver Development Board San Antonio, TX | $2,598,212 | $249,193 |
Center City Of Amarillo Inc Amarillo, TX | $459,933 | $319,598 |
Pine Bluff Downtown Development Inc Pine Bluff, AR | $410,965 | $132,480 |
Houston Civic Arts Association Inc Katy, TX | $2,150 | $0 |
Hillsboro Cemetery Association Inc Hillsboro, TX | $336,781 | $0 |