California Public Interest Research Group
- Assets
- $18.9m
- Revenue
- $1.4m
- Investments
- $9.5m
- Employees
- 3
- Location
- Sacramento, CA
- Founding
- 11/1993
- Data as of
- 08/2021
- EIN
- 94-2559710
Organization Overview
California Public Interest Research Group is located in Sacramento, CA. The organization was established in 1993. According to its NTEE Classification (C01) the organization is classified as: Alliances & Advocacy, under the broad grouping of Environment and related organizations. As of 08/2021, California Public Interest Research Group employed 3 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. California Public Interest Research Group is a 501(c)(4) and as such, is described as a "Civic League, Social Welfare Organization, and Local Association of Employees" by the IRS.
For the year ending 08/2021, California Public Interest Research Group generated $1.4m 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 (3.7%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $545.9k during the year ending 08/2021. As we would expect to see with falling revenues, expenses have declined by (12.7%) 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
THE PURPOSE OF THE CORPORATION IS TO PROMOTE SOCIAL WELFARE WITHIN THE MEANING OF SECTION 501 (C) (4) OF THE INTERNAL REVENUE CODE. ACTIVITIES MAY INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO, RESEARCH, EDUCATION AND ADVOCACY IN THE AREAS OF CONSUMER PROTECTION, ENVIRONMENTAL PRESERVATION AND PROTECTION, CORPORATE AND GOVERNMENTAL RESPONSIBILITY AND OTHER ISSUES AFFECTING THE SOCIAL WELFARE OF THE PEOPLE OF CALIFORNIA AND ELSEWHERE.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
PUBLIC EDUCATION AND OUTREACH: RECRUITING VOLUNTEERS, DISTRIBUTING EDUCATIONAL LITERATURE, AND CONDUCTING SURVEYS ON THE FOLLOWING ISSUES:STOPPING THE OVERUSE OF ANTIBIOTICSHEALTHCARE AND PRESCRIPTION DRUG COSTSCONSUMER PROTECTION21ST CENTURY TRANSPORTATION OPTIONSENGAGING UNDERREPRESENTED VOTERS IN OUR ELECTIONSREDUCING THE INFLUENCE OF BIG MONEY IN POLITICSWORKING TO GET THE LEAD OUT OF OUR DRINKING WATER.WORKING TO MOVE BEYOND SINGLE USE PLASTICS.AFFORDABLE HIGHER EDUCATION
RESEARCHING AND INFLUENCING PUBLIC POLICY: STAFF ENGAGE IN LEGISLATIVE ACTIVITIES INCLUDING RESEARCH, EDUCATION, LEGAL AND POLICY DEVELOPMENT ON THE FOLLOWING ISSUES:STOPPING THE OVERUSE OF ANTIBIOTICSHEALTHCARE AND PRESCRIPTION DRUG COSTSCONSUMER PROTECTION21ST CENTURY TRANSPORTATION OPTIONSENGAGING UNDERREPRESENTED VOTERS IN OUR ELECTIONSREDUCING THE INFLUENCE OF BIG MONEY IN POLITICSWORKING TO GET THE LEAD OUT OF OUR DRINKING WATER.WORKING TO MOVE BEYOND SINGLE USE PLASTICS.AFFORDABLE HIGHER EDUCATION
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Doug Phelps President | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Jenn Engstrom Director State Director | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Michael Russo Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Julia Peters Clerk | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Nicolas Riani Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
02108 Outreach | 8/30/21 | $0 |
Fund For The Public Interest Program & Citizen | 8/30/21 | $228,380 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $1,340,827 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $0 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $30,508 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $1,371,335 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $21 |
| 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 | $1,371,356 |
| 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. | $22,690 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $1,715 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $46,408 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $1,401 |
| Other employee benefits | $4,042 |
| Payroll taxes | $3,179 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $6,364 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $97,007 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $5,384 |
| Information technology | $1,055 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $2,788 |
| Travel | $0 |
| 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 | $0 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $545,922 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $938,099 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $6,598,296 |
| 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 | $5,871 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $0 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $1,799,859 |
| Investments—other securities | $9,517,916 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $18,860,041 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $1,632,324 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Total liabilities | $1,632,324 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $17,227,717 |
| 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 | $18,860,041 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 2 grants that California Public Interest Research Group has recieved totaling $50,000.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Leonardo Dicaprio Foundation West Hollywood, CA PURPOSE: ONE-YEAR SUPPORT FOR LEAD FREE SCHOOLS | $30,000 |
California Student Public Interest Research Group Inc Los Angeles, CA PURPOSE: general support | $20,000 |
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Pacific Fishery Management Council Portland, OR | $2,196,214 | $4,638,236 |
Asian Pacific Environmental Network Oakland, CA | $12,633,098 | $11,444,526 |
Sustainable Conservation San Francisco, CA | $6,782,087 | $5,230,579 |
Communities For A Better Environment Huntington Park, CA | $5,907,151 | $4,750,010 |
Environmental Law Alliance Worldwide Eugene, OR | $8,148,720 | $5,480,543 |
Save The Bay Oakland, CA | $4,624,689 | $4,547,516 |
Building Decarbonization Coalition Petaluma, CA | $1,753,151 | $3,989,599 |
Oregon Environmental Council Inc Portland, OR | $3,218,749 | $1,966,081 |
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