Associated Black Charities Inc

EIN: 521427774 501(c)(3)

Baltimore, MD

Total Revenue
$1,560,316
Total Expenses
$1,873,020
Total Assets
$2,572,787
Net Assets
$1,788,151
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Financial Trends

Organization Details

Formation Year
1986
Legal Domicile
MD
Principal Officer
Chris M Thornton
Phone
4106590000
Tax Period
2023-01-01 to 2023-12-31

Associated Black Charities Inc, founded in 1986, is a community nonprofit that reported $1.6M in total revenue in fiscal year 2023. Revenue fell 68% from the prior year — a significant decline worth monitoring. Expenses of $1.9M exceeded revenue, resulting in a 20% operating deficit.

Mission

| Explanation:| In 2023 Associated Black Charities ABC expanded its reach by launching new programmatic initiatives. ABC is leading the charge by offering critical programming initiatives and advocacy designed to confront structural racism. Our relevance is reflected in our current work to create equitable solutions that not only address the needs of Black communities today but also provide long-term sustainability for future generations. We are tackling the digital divide advancing leadership opportunities for young Black professionals and driving conversations around racial equity in workplaces and communities. ABC is deeply committed to advocacy work in our key focus areas: the racial wealth gap workplace discrimination education housing health equity and criminal justice reform. We actively engage in conversations with local state and national leaders to promote policies and practices that create equitable opportunities for Black people. Our work extends beyond immediate programmingwe are committed to stewarding an agenda for Black progress in Baltimore that can serve as a model for cities across the country.

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

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Financial Overview (2023)

Revenue Breakdown

Contributions & Grants $1,230,434
Program Service Revenue $211,714
Investment Income $118,168
Other Revenue $0
TOTAL REVENUE $1,560,316

Expense Breakdown

Grants Paid $0
Salaries & Benefits $907,140
Fundraising Expenses $44,512
Program Expenses $358,786
Other Expenses $965,880
TOTAL EXPENSES $1,873,020

Year-over-Year Comparison

2023 2022 Change
Revenue $1,560,316 $4,890,985 -0.7%
Expenses $1,873,020 $5,650,941 -0.7%
Net Income $-312,704 $-759,956 -0.6%
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
19
Independent Members
19
Employees
17
Volunteers
45

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
0
$0
Total Directors
19
$0
Key Employees
1
$205,961
Highest Compensated
0
reported
Name Title Hours/Week Role Reportable Comp Other Comp Total
Chris Thornton President and CEO 40.00
Key Emp
$205,961 $0 $205,961
Diane Bell-McCoy Former CEO 0.00
$141,392 $0 $141,392
Laurie Benner Director 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Cylia Lowe-Smith Director 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Tawana Bhagwat Chairperson 2.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Thibault Manekin Director 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Jason Murphy Director 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Damien Myers MD MPH Director 2.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Christopher R Rockey Director 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Taber J Small Director 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Zed Smith Director 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Granville Templeton III Esq Director 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Tony Torain II Esq Vice Chair 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Allyson Black Director 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Michelle M Brown Director 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Byron T Deese Director 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Kenneth Grant Treasurer 2.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Reginald Haysbert Director 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Chemo Hurley Director 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Bianca J Jackson Director 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Brandon Lockett Director 1.00
Director
$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
2024 No data No data No data No data
2023 $1,560,316 $1,873,020 $2,572,787 $-312,704
2023 $2,205,183 $1,874,785 $2,875,473 $330,398
2022 $4,890,985 $5,650,941 $2,917,139 $-759,956
2021 $15,343,076 $15,067,842 $5,817,793 $275,234
2020 $20,269,879 $20,623,091 $6,025,108 $-353,212
2019 $22,000,195 $21,926,326 $5,066,315 $73,869
2018 $22,606,981 $21,203,332 $6,668,926 $1,403,649
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