California Historical Radio Society

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Organization Details

Formation Year

1975

Legal Domicile

Phone

4152032747

Tax Period

2024-01-01 to 2024-12-31

California Historical Radio Society, founded in 1975, is a small nonprofit that reported $405K in total revenue in fiscal year 2024. Revenue fell 44% from the prior year — a significant decline worth monitoring. The organization ran a surplus of $99K, a strong 24% operating margin.

Mission

Educate and promote the history of radio and radio broadcasting to the public. Establish and operate an education center and museum to tell the story of radio history. Maintain and operate amateur radio as a matter of historical preservation and outreach.

Program Service Accomplishments

Program 1

Expenses: $84,476

The California Historical Radio Society (CHRS) owns and occupies a historic building in Alameda, CA. Built in 1900 by the Sunset Telephone and Telegraph Society, it was home to one of the first...

The California Historical Radio Society (CHRS) owns and occupies a historic building in Alameda, CA. Built in 1900 by the Sunset Telephone and Telegraph Society, it was home to one of the first telephone exchanges in Alameda. CHRS has made significant upgrades to its building and facilities, including removing the 1960's facade and recreating the original 1900s front to create a welcoming and visually appealing space. These improvements provide a more inviting environment for community visitors, offering a hub for educational programs, cultural events, and historical exploration.

Program 2

Expenses: $74,952 Revenue: $17,746

The California Historical Radio Society (CHRS) actively engages the community through events such as swap meets, electronics sales, and educational programming. With classes, lectures, youth camps...

The California Historical Radio Society (CHRS) actively engages the community through events such as swap meets, electronics sales, and educational programming. With classes, lectures, youth camps, and museum tours, CHRS provides diverse opportunities for learning, cultural enrichment, and community connection while promoting the history of electronic communication.

Program 3

Expenses: $21,423 Revenue: $22,139

The California Historical Radio Society (CHRS) contributes to waste diversion through its radio sales program by refurbishing and repurposing donated vintage radios. This initiative reduces...

The California Historical Radio Society (CHRS) contributes to waste diversion through its radio sales program by refurbishing and repurposing donated vintage radios. This initiative reduces electronic waste by restoring and upgrading radios with modern features like Bluetooth, giving them new life and putting them into the hands of new owners, thus keeping them out of landfills.

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Liquidity (40%) • Solvency (30%) • Sustainability (20%) • Efficiency (10%)

Financial Overview (2024)

Revenue Breakdown

Contributions & Grants $286,441

Program Service Revenue $16,333

Investment Income $22,425

Other Revenue $79,983

TOTAL REVENUE $405,182

Expense Breakdown

Grants Paid $0

Salaries & Benefits $88,219

Fundraising Expenses $30,390

Program Expenses $199,942

Other Expenses $218,293

TOTAL EXPENSES $306,512

Year-over-Year Comparison

	2024	2023	Change
Revenue	$405,182	$724,246	-0.4%
Expenses	$306,512	$172,025	+0.8%
Net Income	$98,670	$552,221	-0.8%

Key Indicators

✗ Grants to Organizations ✗ Grants to Individuals ✗ Lobbying ✗ Political Activity ✗ Foreign Activities ✗ Donor Advised Fund ✓ Schedule B Required

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Governance

Voting Members

Independent Members

Employees

N/A

Volunteers

Governance Policies

✗ Conflict of Interest Policy

✗ Whistleblower Policy

✗ Document Retention Policy

Special Practices & Reported Activities

✗ Operated a School

✗ Operated a Hospital

✗ Provided First Class Travel

✗ Reported Conflict of Interest

✗ Reported Asset Diversion

✗ Excess Benefit Transaction

✗ Made Political Expenditures

✗ Engaged in Lobbying

✗ Operated Donor Advised Fund

✓ Maintained Art Collections

✗ Filed Form 720

Compensation of Officers, Directors & Key Employees

Total Officers

Total Directors

Key Employees

Highest Compensated

reported

Name	Title	Hours/Week	Role	Reportable Comp	Other Comp	Total
Steve Kushman	Director	20.00	Director	$0	$0	$0
Scott Robinson	Director	15.00	Director	$0	$0	$0
Dennis Monticelli	Director	20.00	Director	$0	$0	$0
Mike Adams	Director	10.00	Director	$0	$0	$0
Richard Watts	Treasurer	20.00	Officer	$0	$0	$0
Jamie Arbona	Secretary	15.00	Officer	$0	$0	$0
Philip Monego	Chairman	20.00	Officer	$0	$0	$0

Note: Compensation data is self-reported by the organization on their Form 990. "Reportable Comp" includes salary, bonuses, and other reportable compensation from the organization and related organizations. "Other Comp" includes benefits, deferred compensation, and non-taxable benefits.

Historical Data

Year	Revenue	Expenses	Assets	Net Income
2025	No data	No data	No data	No data
2024	$405,182	$306,512	$2,540,640	$98,670
2023	$724,246	$172,025	$2,436,385	$552,221
2022	$192,614	$117,834	$1,884,164	$74,780
2021	$152,094	$114,349	$1,809,384	$37,745
2020	$85,112	$83,419	$1,771,639	$1,693
2019	$201,801	$103,346	$1,769,946	$98,455
2018	$229,893	$95,721	$1,671,490	$134,172