California Tomato Growers Association Inc is located in Sacramento, CA. The organization was established in 1959. According to its NTEE Classification (K20) the organization is classified as: Agricultural Programs, under the broad grouping of Food, Agriculture & Nutrition and related organizations. As of 12/2023, California Tomato Growers Association Inc employed 2 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. California Tomato Growers Association Inc is a 501(c)(5) and as such, is described as a "Labor, Agricultural, and Horticultural Organization" by the IRS.
For the year ending 12/2023, California Tomato Growers Association Inc generated $1.6m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 8 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 8.9% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $1.0m during the year ending 12/2023. While expenses have increased by 0.2% per year over the past 8 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
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
PROVIDE BARGAINING, MARKETING AND OTHER SERVICES TO MEMBERS.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
TO RENDER SERVICES TO MEMBERS (TOMATO GROWERS) SUCH AS BARGAINING, MARKETING, SELLING AND HANDLING OF PRODUCTS OR OTHERWISE MAKING FACILITIES AVAILABLE TO MEMBERS.
CONTINUED PARTNERSHIP WITH EXTEND AG TO ENABLE GROWERS INTERNET ACCESS TO VALUABLE INFORMATION THROUGHOUT THE YEAR TO ASSIST WITH PLANNING, PRODUCTION AND HARVEST OF CROPS. EXPANDED DATA COLLECTION THROUGH EXTEND AG TO PROVIDE THE ASSOCIATION WITH MORE INFORMATION FOR BARGAINING PURPOSES.CONTINUED IMPLEMENTING "BOARD EFFECT" AN ONLINE COMMUNICATION SERVICE FOR STAFF TO POST MEETING NOTICES, AGENDAS, MINUTES, NEWS ARTICLES, CORRESPONDENCE AND OTHER IMPORTANT INFORMATION, FOR THE BOARD TO UTILIZE THEIR IPADS AT MEETINGS. A RESOURCE LIBRARY WAS ALSO ESTABLISHED ON THE SITE TO INCLUDE POSTING OF IMPORTANT INDUSTRY NEWS ARTICLES AND EVENTS.CONTINUED SUPPORT OF TOMATO PRODUCTS WELLNESS COUNCIL AND THE PROCESSED TOMATO FOUNDATION.INCREASED EXHIBITOR PARTICIPATION AT THE ANNUAL MEETING AND EXHIBITOR TRADE SHOW TO PROVIDE A NETWORKING OPPORTUNITY FOR THE MEMBERSHIP AND INDUSTRY. PROVIDED A VENUE AT THE ANNUAL MEETING FOR CONTINUING EDUCATION IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA'S ANNUAL TOMATO MEETING.CONTRIBUTED TO THE AGRICULTURE DEFENSE FUND USED TO MAKE A STAND WITH A REGULATORY MATTER. CURRENTLY, INCREASING ACTIVISM/INDIVIDUAL AGENDAS ARE CONSIDERED FOR THESE DECISIONS, AND NOT SCIENCE/EVIDENCE BEING USED TO MAKE REGULATORY CHANGE.MIKE MONTNA, PRESIDENT/CEO, DIRECTOR ON NCFC - NATIONAL COUNCIL OF FARM COOPERATIVES.
PUBLIC RELATIONS: CONTINUED TO UPDATE THE WEBSITE TO INCLUDE A NEWS TICKER DISPLAYING CURRENT INDUSTRY NEWS, TOMATO BULLETINS AND UPDATES, EVENTS, OTHER PERTINENT INDUSTRY INFORMATION AND LINKS.
PROVIDED FINANCIAL SUPPORT OF TOMATO PRODUCTS WELLNESS COUNCIL'S ONLINE SOCIAL MEDIA PROJECT TO PROMOTE TOMATO PRODUCTS CONSUMPTION.
Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
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Bruce Rominger Chairman/treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Aaron Barcellos First Vice Chairman | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Bret Ferguson Past Chairman | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Don Cameron Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Dan Burns Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Colby Fry Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
---|---|---|
Morgan Lewis & Bockius Llp Legal Fees | 12/30/22 | $441,984 |
Cultura Technologies Software Consulting | 12/30/22 | $121,449 |
Statement of Revenue | |
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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 | $0 |
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $0 |
Total Program Service Revenue | $1,565,683 |
Investment income | $6,303 |
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 | $1,594,778 |
Statement of Expenses | |
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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. | $372,148 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
Other salaries and wages | $95,943 |
Pension plan accruals and contributions | $8,362 |
Other employee benefits | $0 |
Payroll taxes | $25,048 |
Fees for services: Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Legal | $42,651 |
Fees for services: Accounting | $20,098 |
Fees for services: Lobbying | $27,918 |
Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Other | $0 |
Advertising and promotion | $131,350 |
Office expenses | $31,582 |
Information technology | $0 |
Royalties | $0 |
Occupancy | $30,240 |
Travel | $15,315 |
Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $6,435 |
Interest | $0 |
Payments to affiliates | $0 |
Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $24,569 |
Insurance | $9,168 |
All other expenses | $2,106 |
Total functional expenses | $1,019,788 |
Balance Sheet | |
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Cash—non-interest-bearing | $385 |
Savings and temporary cash investments | $1,117,053 |
Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
Accounts receivable, net | $57,053 |
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 | $8,403 |
Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $86,928 |
Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
Investments—other securities | $0 |
Investments—program-related | $0 |
Intangible assets | $0 |
Other assets | $12,592 |
Total assets | $1,282,414 |
Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $55,334 |
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 | $73,521 |
Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
Other liabilities | $12,592 |
Total liabilities | $141,447 |
Net assets without donor restrictions | $1,140,967 |
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 | $1,282,414 |