Mezcla Media Collective LTD

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Financial Vulnerability Assessment (Tuckman-Chang)

4 risk indicators measuring financial stability and operational resilience

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Financial Trends

Organization Details

Formation Year

2018

Legal Domicile

Principal Officer

Naeema Torres

Tax Period

2024-08-01 to 2025-07-31

Mezcla Media Collective LTD, founded in 2018, is a small nonprofit in the Arts, Culture & Humanities sector that reported $350K in total revenue in fiscal year 2024. Revenue surged 55% from the prior year, signaling strong growth momentum. The organization ran a surplus of $138K, a strong 39% operating margin.

Mission

Mezcla Media Collective seeks to empower the next generation of filmmakers. MMC levels the playing field for new creatives by providing resources for hyper-local connection, instruction, learning and career advancement. Through our programming, we ensure women and non-binary filmmakers of color can actively participate in Chicago's bustling media production scene.

Program Service Accomplishments

Program 1

Expenses: $37,568

Mezcla Convenings - Strategic planning sessions with members and facilitators providing input on Mezcla's programming

Program 2

Expenses: $31,869

Quarterly Workshops - Each quarter, Mezcla hosts workshops that provide a deep dive into a timely topic surrounding the film industry. These workshops are facilitated by individuals who are...

Quarterly Workshops - Each quarter, Mezcla hosts workshops that provide a deep dive into a timely topic surrounding the film industry. These workshops are facilitated by individuals who are experienced in the topic and are local to Chicago. Topics range based on member needs.

Program 3

Expenses: $20,490

Partnerships - Mezcla Media Collective partners with organizations to provide a specialized curation of programs, including screenings and panels

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Trantor Score

Financial Health Score (300–850) · Liquidity · Solvency · Sustainability · Efficiency

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

Financial Overview (2024)

Revenue Breakdown

Contributions & Grants $345,304

Program Service Revenue $5,100

Investment Income $0

Other Revenue $0

TOTAL REVENUE $350,404

Expense Breakdown

Grants Paid $0

Salaries & Benefits $131,839

Fundraising Expenses $55,912

Program Expenses $125,579

Other Expenses $80,651

TOTAL EXPENSES $212,840

Year-over-Year Comparison

	2024	2023	Change
Revenue	$350,404	$225,813	+0.6%
Expenses	$212,840	$223,551	0.0%
Net Income	$137,564	$2,262	+59.8%

Key Indicators

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

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Financial Health Indicators

Comprehensive financial analysis: Altman Z-Score, liquidity, solvency, sustainability, efficiency, and growth metrics

Financial Distress Indicator

Liquidity & Cash Position

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Altman Z-Score • Liquidity Ratios • Solvency Analysis • Growth Indicators • Efficiency Metrics

Governance

Voting Members

Independent Members

N/A

Employees

N/A

Volunteers

N/A

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

$38,400

Key Employees

Highest Compensated

reported

Name	Title	Hours/Week	Role	Reportable Comp	Other Comp	Total
Naeema Torres	Executive Dir.	20.00	Director	$38,400	$0	$38,400
Patrick Dahl	Secretary	0.50	Director	$0	$0	$0
Colette Ghunim	President	0.50	Director	$0	$0	$0
Julie Keck	Director	0.50	Director	$0	$0	$0
Kyra Jones	Director	0.50	Director	$0	$0	$0
Ruth Torres	Director	0.50	Director	$0	$0	$0
Christina Shaver	Director	0.50	Director	$0	$0	$0
Erin Turney	Director	0.50	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
2025	$350,404	$212,840	$247,505	$137,564
2024	$225,813	$223,551	$70,765	$2,262