Union Square Business Improvement District
- Assets
- $3.4m
- Revenue
- $7.4m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 18
- Location
- San Francisco, CA
- Founding
- 03/1997
- Data as of
- 06/2022
- EIN
- 94-3159152
Organization Overview
Union Square Business Improvement District, operating under the name Union Square Alliance, is located in San Francisco, CA. The organization was established in 1997. According to its NTEE Classification (S20) the organization is classified as: Community & Neighborhood Development, under the broad grouping of Community Improvement & Capacity Building and related organizations. As of 06/2022, Union Square Alliance employed 18 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Union Square Alliance 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 06/2022, Union Square Alliance generated $7.4m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 7 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 1.5% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $7.3m during the year ending 06/2022. While expenses have increased by 0.4% 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
2022
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
SERVES MEMBERS AND CREATES A HIGH QUALITY VISITOR EXPERIENCE.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
CLEAN & SAFE SERVICES:THE UNION SQUARE ALLIANCE (ALLIANCE) PROPOSES TO ENHANCE THE EXPERIENCE OF VISITORS TO THE AREA BY PROVIDING CLEAN AND SAFE SERVICES. CLEANING SERVICES INCLUDE MAINTENANCE WORKERS PROVIDING DAILY REFUSE PICKUP, SIDEWALK SWEEPING, PRESSURE WASHING ALL SIDEWALKS, TRASH RECEPTACLE CONTROL, GRAFFITI REMOVAL AND ILLEGAL DUMPING ABATEMENT. SAFE SERVICES INCLUDE HIRING OF SFPD OFFICERS EACH DAY AND SAFETY AND HOSPITALITY AMBASSADORS TO PATROL THE AREA AND HELP VISITORS. THE ALLIANCE ALSO TRAINS AMBASSADORS IN SOCIAL SERVICES TO DIRECT THOSE IN NEED TO CITY SERVICES AND RESOURCES.
PUBLIC REALM IMPROVEMENTS, MARKETING & EVENTS, ADVOCACY:PUBLIC REALM PROGRAMS INCLUDE IMPROVEMENTS LIKE LANDSCAPING, SIGNAGE, LIGHTING, HOLIDAY DECOR AND ACTIVATING PUBLIC SPACE. ADVOCACY INCLUDES PROMOTING A CLEAN, SAFE AND VIBRANT DISTRICT TO ASSURE A GOOD EXPERIENCE FOR THE VISITORS, RESIDENTS AND EMPLOYEES. ADVOCACY GIVES THE DISTRICT A SINGLE VOICE IN MATTERS THAT MAY AFFECT THE MEMBERS. MARKETING INCLUDES PRODUCTION OF WEBSITE AND SOCIAL MEDIA PAGES FOR VISITORS, RESIDENTS AND MEMBERS, PRODUCTION OF WELCOME KITS AND COLLATERAL FOR MERCHANTS AND MEMBERS, GUIDES AND MAPS OF THE DISTRICT, SPECIAL EVENTS AND CAMPAIGNS TO DRAW VISITORS TO THE AREA.
SECURITY CAMERA:THE ALLIANCE MAINTAINS AND OPERATES A LARGE NETWORK OF APPROXIMATELY 460 SECURITY CAMERAS IN THE PUBLIC REALM AND TO PROVIDE AFTER THE FACT VIDEO RETRIEVAL SERVICES FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT AND OTHERS. THE CAMERAS ARE MONITORED DURING THE OVERNIGHT HOURS TO HELP WITH CRIME PREVENTION.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Benjamin Horne Deputy Director | Officer | 40 | $263,400 |
Karin Flood Executive Director | 40 | $203,930 | |
Christopher Boss Director Of Services | 40 | $141,105 | |
Lisa Frisch Marketing Director | 40 | $132,148 | |
Marisa Rodriguez Executive Dir. | OfficerTrustee | 4 | $58,965 |
Julie Taylor Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 8 | $0 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Applied Video Solutions Inc Security Camera Install. & Maint. | 6/29/21 | $344,615 |
Legion Corporation Security Services | 6/29/21 | $293,496 |
The Christmas Light Pros Of Sf Holiday Lights And Dcor Installation | 6/29/21 | $131,121 |
Mydatt Services Inc Dba Block By Block Clean And Safe Services Provider | 6/29/21 | $3,962,960 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $285,079 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $282,950 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $2,825 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $568,029 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $6,783,576 |
| Investment income | $1,701 |
| 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 | $7,353,306 |
| 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. | $628,254 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $358,105 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $676,544 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $82,347 |
| Payroll taxes | $100,893 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $79,951 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $31,860 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $2,996 |
| Advertising and promotion | $195,595 |
| Office expenses | $35,624 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $320,075 |
| Travel | $27,454 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $29,270 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $258,189 |
| Insurance | $71,454 |
| All other expenses | $896,850 |
| Total functional expenses | $7,347,358 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $2,056,312 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $169,024 |
| 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 | $277,306 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $438,746 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $498,955 |
| Total assets | $3,440,343 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $896,414 |
| 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 | $139,544 |
| Other liabilities | $174,147 |
| Total liabilities | $1,210,105 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $2,230,238 |
| 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 | $3,440,343 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Union Square Business Improvement District has awarded $175,000 in support to 2 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
San Francisco, CA PURPOSE: Security Cameras | $87,500 |
San Francisco, CA PURPOSE: Security Cameras | $87,500 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 1 grants that Union Square Business Improvement District has recieved totaling $1,000,000.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Silicon Valley Community Foundation Mountain View, CA PURPOSE: MEMBERSHIP ORGANIZATIONS | $1,000,000 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Partners In Development Foundation Honolulu, HI | $6,037,007 | $19,233,237 |
Pasadena Center Operating Company Pasadena, CA | $155,500,535 | $24,244,402 |
Community Action Partnership Of Sonoma County Santa Rosa, CA | $6,669,063 | $15,581,119 |
Ideoorg San Francisco, CA | $12,398,491 | $9,854,732 |
Reinvent Stockton Foundation Stockton, CA | $46,832,546 | $19,773,564 |
Project Access Inc Orange, CA | $2,961,540 | $13,042,187 |
East Los Angeles Community Union Los Angeles, CA | $130,392,954 | $16,987,947 |
Gamaliel Of California Santa Rosa, CA | $3,034,268 | $10,017,971 |
Downtown Santa Monica Inc Santa Monica, CA | $4,897,203 | $9,308,728 |
Resources For Community Development Berkeley, CA | $93,266,557 | $6,994,658 |
Lake Wildwood Association Penn Valley, CA | $30,720,187 | $8,953,678 |
Antelope Valley Partners For Health Lancaster, CA | $4,220,936 | $10,090,239 |