The California Channel
- Assets
- $1.7m
- Revenue
- $907.1k
- Investments
- $875.0k
- Employees
- 6
- Location
- Sacramento, CA
- Founding
- 08/1989
- Data as of
- 12/2019
- EIN
- 95-4222933
Organization Overview
The California Channel is located in Sacramento, CA. The organization was established in 1989. According to its NTEE Classification (A32) the organization is classified as: Television, under the broad grouping of Arts, Culture & Humanities and related organizations. As of 12/2019, California Channel employed 6 individuals. California Channel 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 12/2019, California Channel generated $907.1k 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 (4.4%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $1.7m during the year ending 12/2019. 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
2019
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
SEE SCHEDULE O.CREATED AND SUPPORTED BY THE CALIFORNIA CABLE TELEVISION INDUSTRY TO COVER PROCEEDINGS OF THE CA STATE GOVERNMENT AS A MEANS OF BRINGING CIVIC UNDERSTANDING AND BALANCE TO STATE POLICY QUESTIONS IN A COMPLETELY UNEDITED, UNBIASED WAY.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
THE CALIFORNIA CHANNEL TRANSMITS LIVE AND TAPED TELEVISION COVERAGE OF CALIFORNIA STATE GOVERNMENTAL PROCEEDINGS VIA VIDEO STREAMING AND 101 CABLE TELEVISION SYSTEMS INTO OVER 4.474 MILLION HOMES, SCHOOLS, AND BUSINESSES IN CALIFORNIA.EFFECTIVE APRIL 30, 2019, THE CHANNEL'S BOARD OF DIRECTORS ELECTED TO CEASE OPERATIONS AND THE CHANNEL BEGAN TO WIND DOWN ITS ACTIVITIES. OPERATIONS DISCONTINUED ON OCTOBER 31, 2019. AT THE DATE OF THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS ISSUANCE, THE CHANNEL WAS COMPLETING ACTIVITIES RELATED TO THE FINAL DISTRIBUTION OF ITS REMAINING ASSETS, IN ACCORDANCE WITH RULES ESTABLISHED BY THE ATTORNEY GENERAL OF CALIFORNIA. THE CHANNEL WILL BE FULLY DISSOLVED BY APRIL OF 2020, WHEREIN, A FINAL 990 WILL BE FILED.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
John Hancock Thru Oct 2019 President | Officer | 40 | $277,338 |
Del Heintz Chair | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Walter Hughes Treasurer/secretary | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Gary Seideman Vice Chair | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Carolyn Mcintyre State Assoc. Rep. | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Beth Hester Board Member | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| 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 | $878,371 |
| Investment income | $27,916 |
| 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 | $907,125 |
| 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. | $307,201 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $30,720 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $240,214 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $21,828 |
| Other employee benefits | $36,953 |
| Payroll taxes | $31,228 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $22,700 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $36,733 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $0 |
| Information technology | $113,100 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $107,782 |
| 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 | $66,597 |
| Insurance | $12,686 |
| All other expenses | $30,884 |
| Total functional expenses | $1,660,109 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $123,118 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $703,817 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $0 |
| 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 | $8,757 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $0 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $875,018 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $318 |
| Total assets | $1,711,028 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $26,299 |
| 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 | $26,299 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $1,684,729 |
| 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 | $1,711,028 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 1 grants that The California Channel has recieved totaling $5,147.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
California Community Foundation Los Angeles, CA PURPOSE: Arts | $5,147 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Kvie Inc Sacramento, CA | $26,593,294 | $15,075,890 |
Hawaii Public Television Foundation Honolulu, HI | $47,313,263 | $9,289,551 |
Olelo Community Television Honolulu, HI | $14,902,025 | $7,001,608 |
Minority Television Project Inc San Mateo, CA | $59,498,767 | $69,287,301 |
Channel 5 Public Broadcasting Inc Reno, NV | $10,387,926 | $6,071,979 |
Valley Public Television Inc Fresno, CA | $3,745,681 | $4,651,437 |
Southern Oregon Public Television Inc Medford, OR | $2,762,585 | $2,831,337 |
Portland Community Media Portland, OR | $5,021,187 | $2,944,932 |
Redwood Empire Public Television Eureka, CA | $1,954,628 | $1,985,052 |
Metroeast Community Media Gresham, OR | $4,391,659 | $1,811,160 |
Community Media Access Collaborative Fresno, CA | $3,942,335 | $2,106,693 |
Roads Of Success Duarte, CA | $80,526 | $1,952,485 |