Kizuna Little Tokyo Inc
- Assets
- $502.0k
- Revenue
- $351.8k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 16
- Location
- Los Angeles, CA
- Founding
- 03/2017
- Data as of
- 06/2022
- EIN
- 81-4218837
Organization Overview
Kizuna Little Tokyo Inc is located in Los Angeles, CA. The organization was established in 2017. As of 06/2022, Kizuna Little Tokyo Inc employed 16 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Kizuna Little Tokyo 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 06/2022, Kizuna Little Tokyo Inc generated $351.8k in total revenue. This represents a relatively dramatic decline in revenue. Over the past 5 years, the organization has seen revenues fall by an average of (9.5%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $314.8k during the year ending 06/2022. As we would expect to see with falling revenues, expenses have declined by (9.9%) per year over the past 5 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
2022
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
KIZUNAS MISSION IS TO BUILD A FUTURE FOR OUR COMMUNITY THROUGH THE EDUCATION, EMPOWERMENT, AND ENGAGEMENT OF THE NEXT GENERATION.HIGHLIGHTS: IN THE 2021-2022 FISCAL YEAR, KIZUNA HOSTED 4 WEEKS OF VIRTUAL SUMMER CAMP PROGRAMS IN LIEU OF IN PERSON SUMMER CAMPS DUE TO COVID. IN 2022, WE RE-OPENED OUR POPULAR IN PERSON SUMMER CAMP FOR KIDS AGED 7-13. EACH SEASON OF SUMMER CAMPS HAD ITS OWN THEME THAT FOCUSED ON TEACHING YOUTH ABOUT JAPANESE CULTURE THROUGH ENGAGING GAMES AND ACTIVITIES. IN 2021, WE HOSTED VIRTUAL SUMMER CAMPS THAT EXPLORED JAPANESE AMERICAN VALUES, CULTURE, AND TRADITIONS, IN ADDITION TO THE UNLAWFUL INCARCERATION OF JAPANESE AMERICAN CITIZENS DURING WWII. IN 2022, OUR IN PERSON SESSION WAS MATSURI (FESTIVAL) THEMED.DUE TO THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC, KIZUNA CREATED SEVERAL NEW PROGRAMS TO ENGAGE THE COMMUNITY VIRTUALLY. KIZUNA HOSTED VIRTUAL STORYBOOK READINGS TO TEACH JAPANESE AMERICA AND ASIAN AMERICAN STORIES, CULTURE, AND LESSONS AND ENGAGE OUR AUDIENCE WHERE THEY WERE.ADDI
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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SUMMER CAMPKIZUNAS SUMMER CAMP IS A LOCAL PROGRAM FOR STUDENTS ENTERING 2ND THROUGH 8TH GRADE, CENTERED ON BUILDING A FOUNDATION OF JAPANESE AMERICAN CULTURE & HERITAGE. SUMMER CAMP IS A FUN AND EXCITING WAY FOR KIDS TO LEARN, CONNECT WITH OTHER YOUTH, AND SEE THEMSELVES REPRESENTED IN THE LEADERSHIP. WE PRIDE OURSELVES ON CREATING A PROGRAM THAT OUR CAMPERS WILL REMEMBER. EXAMPLE ACTIVITIES INCLUDE: MOCHITSUKI, JAPANESE CALLIGRAPHY, FAMILY ORAL HISTORIES, JAPANESE AMERICAN VALUES, HISTORICALLY THEMED ESCAPE ROOMS, TRIVIA, SHIBORI, AND FIELD TRIPS TO MUSEUMS.
INTERNSHIPKIZUNA OFFERS A SUMMER INTERNSHIP SERIES FOR COLLEGE AGED STUDENTS. OUR PAID, 8-WEEK, FULL-TIME INTERNSHIP EXPERIENCE IS DESIGNED TO HELP INTERNS MAKE A MARK IN THE COMMUNITY. PARTICIPANTS HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO INTERN IN SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA THROUGH KIZUNA, OR NORTHERN CALIFORNIA THROUGH THE JAPANESE COMMUNITY YOUTH COUNCIL (JCYC) AND JAPANTOWN COMMUNITY CONGRESS OF SAN JOSE (JCCSJ). DURING THE PROGRAM, INTERNS WILL DESIGN AND IMPLEMENT IMPACTFUL PROJECTS, MEET COMMUNITY LEADERS, AND BUILD A LEGACY TO HELP SHAPE OUR COMMUNITYS FUTURE.
OTHER PROGRAMS INCLUDE BOARD FELLOWSHIP, SEASONAL EVENTS AND OTHER MISCELLANEOUS WORKSHOPS.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Robin Vanneman Board Member | Trustee | 3 | $0 |
Eric Komatsu Board Member | Trustee | 3 | $0 |
Kari Kadomatsu Board Member | Trustee | 3 | $0 |
Brandon Leong Board Member | Trustee | 3 | $0 |
Tiffany Hashimoto Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 5 | $0 |
Brandon Okita Board Member | Trustee | 3 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $140,346 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $0 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $152,500 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $292,846 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $49,810 |
| Investment income | $1,856 |
| 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 | $351,830 |
| 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 | $162,685 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $8,595 |
| Payroll taxes | $15,164 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $10,140 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $348 |
| Fees for services: Other | $4,384 |
| Advertising and promotion | $654 |
| Office expenses | $0 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $33,789 |
| Travel | $4,074 |
| 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 | $13,177 |
| All other expenses | $19,866 |
| Total functional expenses | $314,841 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $291,958 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $138,133 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $7,500 |
| 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 | $3,739 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $0 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $60,651 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $501,981 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $8,001 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $60,073 |
| 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 | $46,445 |
| Total liabilities | $114,519 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $387,462 |
| 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 | $501,981 |