CREATE NOW INC

EIN: 954590574 501(c)(3) Education

Los Angeles, CA

Total Revenue
$533,527
Total Expenses
$514,267
Total Assets
$176,638
Net Assets
$158,577
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Organization Details

Formation Year
1996
Legal Domicile
CA
Principal Officer
Brandon Dean Johnson
Phone
2137472777
Tax Period
2023-07-01 to 2024-06-30

CREATE NOW INC, founded in 1996, is a small nonprofit in the Education sector that reported $534K in total revenue in fiscal year 2023. Revenue surged 37% from the prior year, signaling strong growth momentum. Expenses of $514K left a modest 4% surplus.

Mission

Create Now's mission is to empower youth and young adults through arts in multiple creative disciplines. Our programs introduce students to the power of the arts as well as learn valuable skills that lead to jobs and careers across multiple industries. We obtain all the resources necessary to provide quality programming to our participants.

Program Service Accomplishments

Program 1
Expenses: $47,360 Revenue: $47,360

Volunteer Programming: A robust volunteer program that connects artists and professionals with youth to lead workshops, mentor participants, and provide creative experiences. These programs foster...

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Volunteer Programming: A robust volunteer program that connects artists and professionals with youth to lead workshops, mentor participants, and provide creative experiences. These programs foster personal growth, self-expression, and community involvement, with over 200 volunteers supporting youth development.

Program 2
Expenses: $230,108 Revenue: $230,108

Funded Programming - We provide comprehensive arts classes to students in Title 1 schools throughout the region. We work with LAUSD and charter systems to bring programming to students from Pre-K...

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Funded Programming - We provide comprehensive arts classes to students in Title 1 schools throughout the region. We work with LAUSD and charter systems to bring programming to students from Pre-K through 12th grade. Our school-based programs include music programs, graphic design, writing, visual arts, and so much more. These programs are offered to youth of all grade levels. Our programs are also seen in group homes, shelters, or other partnering facilities around the city.

Program 3
Expenses: $14,600 Revenue: $14,600

Community Projects & Events - Several times per year we bring together families for festivals and holiday celebrations. Our events feature opportunities to enjoy art and performances, games, food...

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Community Projects & Events - Several times per year we bring together families for festivals and holiday celebrations. Our events feature opportunities to enjoy art and performances, games, food, and lasting gifts for all children. Recently we have launched annual creative career fairs that bring in talented individuals and companies such as Home Depot, Best Buy, and Dreamworks. We also arrange mural projects and talent shows in low income neighborhoods.

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

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Financial Overview (2023)

Revenue Breakdown

Contributions & Grants $326,649
Program Service Revenue $206,878
Investment Income $0
Other Revenue $0
TOTAL REVENUE $533,527

Expense Breakdown

Grants Paid $0
Salaries & Benefits $262,499
Fundraising Expenses $88,578
Program Expenses $361,863
Other Expenses $233,212
TOTAL EXPENSES $514,267

Year-over-Year Comparison

2023 2022 Change
Revenue $533,527 $390,160 +0.4%
Expenses $514,267 $318,487 +0.6%
Net Income $19,260 $71,673 -0.7%
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Grants to Organizations Grants to Individuals Lobbying Political Activity Foreign Activities Donor Advised Fund Schedule B Required
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Governance

Voting Members
8
Independent Members
8
Employees
10
Volunteers
150

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
1
$64,000
Total Directors
8
$0
Key Employees
1
$64,000
Highest Compensated
1
reported
Name Title Hours/Week Role Reportable Comp Other Comp Total
Brandon Johnson CEO 40
Officer Key Emp Highest
$64,000 $0 $64,000
Natalie Brill Board Member, Treasurer 1
Director
$0 $0 $0
John Hansbrough Board member, Chair 2
Director
$0 $0 $0
Tricia Snyder Board Member 1
Director
$0 $0 $0
Amina Hansford Board member 1
Director
$0 $0 $0
Wendy Wang Board member 1
Director
$0 $0 $0
Catie Saralegui Board Member, Secretary 1
Director
$0 $0 $0
Lauren Delgado Board Member 1
Director
$0 $0 $0
Jonny Dawson Board member 1
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 No data No data No data No data
2024 $533,527 $514,267 $176,638 $19,260
2023 $390,160 $318,487 $146,046 $71,673
2022 $346,042 $360,485 $76,623 $-14,443
2021 $314,837 $235,314 $117,493 $79,523
2020 $247,002 $251,810 $67,403 $-4,808
2019 $287,851 $348,247 $44,091 $-60,396
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