Civic Intelligence

Creative Action Institute Inc

EIN 20-3995543 • 501(c)3 • Ipswich, MA

Profile

Creative action institute catalyzes community-driven solutions that advance gender equality and build a sustainable planet. Through our experiential trainings, convenings and coaching, we develop creative leaders, build networks and support grassroots advocacy globally.

240 County RoadIpswich, MA 01938-2723

www.creativeactioninstitute.org

Siviq Scores

Precomputed percentiles relative to similar nonprofits. These scores are descriptive rather than judgmental.

Liabilities / Assets

27th percentile

0.00x

Higher debt load relative to assets than 27% of similar nonprofits.

501(c)3 • $1M-$5M nonprofits • Source year 2024

Liabilities / Revenue

26th percentile

0.01x

Higher debt load relative to revenue than 26% of similar nonprofits.

501(c)3 • $1M-$5M nonprofits • Source year 2024

Net Margin

95th percentile

71%

Higher net margin than 95% of similar nonprofits.

501(c)3 • $1M-$5M nonprofits • Source year 2024

Top Officer Pay

Score unavailable

No value available

No filing with officer rows is available for this organization yet.

Asset Growth

98th percentile

206%

Faster asset growth than 98% of similar nonprofits.

501(c)3 • $1M-$5M nonprofits • Annualized from 2023 to 2024

Revenue Growth

97th percentile

305%

Faster revenue growth than 97% of similar nonprofits.

501(c)3 • $1M-$5M nonprofits • Annualized from 2023 to 2024

Assets

Up

$4,164,118

Up $2,801,103 (+206%) from 2023

Liabilities

Up

$18,696

Up $9,516 (+104%) from 2023

Net Assets

Up

$4,145,422

Up $2,791,587 (+206%) from 2023

Revenue

Up

$3,249,589

Up $2,447,590 (+305%) from 2023

Expenses

Up

$940,027

Up $131,907 (+16%) from 2023

Net Income

Up

$2,309,562

Up $2,315,683 (+37832%) from 2023

Trend Graphs

Balance Sheet Trend

Grouped bars show assets, liabilities, and net assets across loaded filings.

$6.0M$4.0M$2.0M$0Assets 2010: $196,798Liabilities 2010: $19,020Net Assets 2010: $177,7782010Assets 2011: $197,388Liabilities 2011: $12,125Net Assets 2011: $185,2632011Assets 2012: $275,214Liabilities 2012: $6,000Net Assets 2012: $269,2142012Assets 2013: $223,677Liabilities 2013: $12,853Net Assets 2013: $210,8242013Assets 2014: $218,648Liabilities 2014: $35,034Net Assets 2014: $183,6142014Assets 2015: $213,749Liabilities 2015: $18,742Net Assets 2015: $195,0072015Assets 2016: $229,191Liabilities 2016: $15,558Net Assets 2016: $213,6332016Assets 2017: $214,143Liabilities 2017: $4,503Net Assets 2017: $209,6402017Assets 2018: $246,152Liabilities 2018: $31,130Net Assets 2018: $215,0222018Assets 2019: $275,127Liabilities 2019: $10,177Net Assets 2019: $264,9502019Assets 2020: $362,751Liabilities 2020: $13,289Net Assets 2020: $349,4622020Assets 2021: $560,979Liabilities 2021: $5,642Net Assets 2021: $555,3372021Assets 2022: $1,383,522Liabilities 2022: $33,212Net Assets 2022: $1,350,3102022Assets 2023: $1,363,015Liabilities 2023: $9,180Net Assets 2023: $1,353,8352023Assets 2024: $4,164,118Liabilities 2024: $18,696Net Assets 2024: $4,145,4222024

Highlighted filing

2024

Assets$4,164,118
Liabilities$18,696
Net Assets$4,145,422

Operations Trend

Revenue, expenses, and net income by year, with the latest filing highlighted.

$4.0M$3.0M$2.0M$1.0M$0-$1.0MExpenses 2010: $307,1052010Expenses 2011: $283,5182011Expenses 2012: $339,4742012Revenue 2013: $330,009Expenses 2013: $397,154Net Income 2013: -$67,1452013Revenue 2014: $391,289Expenses 2014: $421,708Net Income 2014: -$30,4192014Revenue 2015: $486,500Expenses 2015: $466,900Net Income 2015: $19,6002015Revenue 2016: $478,153Expenses 2016: $462,640Net Income 2016: $15,5132016Revenue 2017: $456,693Expenses 2017: $489,773Net Income 2017: -$33,0802017Revenue 2018: $475,978Expenses 2018: $467,137Net Income 2018: $8,8412018Revenue 2019: $464,902Expenses 2019: $426,420Net Income 2019: $38,4822019Revenue 2020: $487,267Expenses 2020: $403,551Net Income 2020: $83,7162020Revenue 2021: $750,749Expenses 2021: $554,956Net Income 2021: $195,7932021Revenue 2022: $1,633,875Expenses 2022: $827,728Net Income 2022: $806,1472022Revenue 2023: $801,999Expenses 2023: $808,120Net Income 2023: -$6,1212023Revenue 2024: $3,249,589Expenses 2024: $940,027Net Income 2024: $2,309,5622024

Highlighted filing

2024

Revenue$3,249,589
Expenses$940,027
Net Income$2,309,562

Filings

Balance SheetOperations
YearAssetsLiabilitiesNet AssetsRevenueExpensesNet Income
2024Facts available. Structured filing facts are available, but richer extracted sections are limited.$4.16$0.02$4.15$3.25$0.94$2.31
2023Detailed filing. Detailed filing data is available for this year.$1.36$0.01$1.35$0.80$0.81$0.01
2022Detailed filing. Detailed filing data is available for this year.$1.38$0.03$1.35$1.63$0.83$0.81
2021Detailed filing. Detailed filing data is available for this year.$0.56$0.01$0.56$0.75$0.55$0.20
2020Detailed filing. Detailed filing data is available for this year.$0.36$0.01$0.35$0.49$0.40$0.08
2019Detailed filing. Detailed filing data is available for this year.$0.28$0.01$0.26$0.46$0.43$0.04
2018Detailed filing. Detailed filing data is available for this year.$0.25$0.03$0.22$0.48$0.47$0.01
2017Detailed filing. Detailed filing data is available for this year.$0.21$0.00$0.21$0.46$0.49$0.03
2016Detailed filing. Detailed filing data is available for this year.$0.23$0.02$0.21$0.48$0.46$0.02
2015Summary only. Only limited summary data is available for this year.$0.21$0.02$0.20$0.49$0.47$0.02
2014Detailed filing. Detailed filing data is available for this year.$0.22$0.04$0.18$0.39$0.42$0.03
2013Detailed filing. Detailed filing data is available for this year.$0.22$0.01$0.21$0.33$0.40$0.07
2012Facts available. Structured filing facts are available, but richer extracted sections are limited.$0.28$0.01$0.27$0.34
2011Facts available. Structured filing facts are available, but richer extracted sections are limited.$0.20$0.01$0.19$0.28
2010Facts available. Structured filing facts are available, but richer extracted sections are limited.$0.20$0.02$0.18$0.31
Latest Filing Detail
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Filing Snapshot
Filing Period
Jan 1, 2024 to Dec 31, 2024
Signed
Nov 17, 2025
Return Version
2024v5.2
Gross Receipts
$3,515,612
Mission and Program Overview

Mission

Creative action institute works at the intersection of creativity and social change. We build the capacity of leaders and organizations for innovation, collaboration and resilience.

Creative action institute catalyzes community-driven solutions that advance gender equality and build a sustainable planet. Through our experiential trainings, convenings and coaching, we develop creative leaders, build networks and support grassroots advocacy globally.

Balance Sheet Detail
LineBeginningEndChange
Assets
Investments in Publicly Traded Securities$740,400$3,793,747▲ $3,053,347
Savings and Temporary Cash Investments$258,389$338,656▲ $80,267
Pledges and Grants Receivable$358,463$19,282▼ $339,181
Cash and Non-Interest-Bearing Accounts$5,763$12,433▲ $6,670
Total Assets$1,363,015$4,164,118▲ $2,801,103
Liabilities
Accounts Payable and Accrued Expenses$9,180$18,696▲ $9,516
Total Liabilities$9,180$18,696▲ $9,516
Net Assets / Fund Balance
Net Assets Without Donor Restrictions$1,353,835$4,145,422▲ $2,791,587
Total Net Assets Fund Balance$1,353,835$4,145,422▲ $2,791,587
Total Liabilities and Net Assets / Fund Balance$1,363,015$4,164,118▲ $2,801,103
Compensation and Service Providers

Employees

NameTitleFull / Part TimeBaseTotal
Clare DowdExecutive DirectorFT$118,665$118,665

Board Members and Trustees

NameTitle
Emily DemasiChair
Alyssa WrightImmediate Past-president
Brooke BauerDirector
Deborah CalvaneseDirector
Kruti PatelSecretary
Tracie HinesTreasurer
Revenue and Support

Revenue Composition

Contributions and Grants
$2,905,874
Program Service Revenue
$225,938
Investment Income
$119,416
Other Revenue
$-1,639
All Other Contributions
$2,899,973
Change in Net Assets
$2,309,562
Expenses and Functional Allocation

Major Expense Lines

Line ItemAmount
Other Expenses$600,551
Salaries, Compensation, and Employee Benefits$339,476
Total Fundraising Expense$34,330
Grants and Similar Amounts Paid$0
Professional Fundraising Fees$0

Functional Expense Allocation

Line ItemProgramManagementFundraisingTotal
Fees for Services Other$300,185--$300,185
Other Salaries and Wages$137,104$22,850$15,820$175,774
Travel$173,684--$173,684
Current Officers, Directors, Trustees, and Key Employees$97,467$16,244$11,246$124,957
Other Employee Benefits$16,437$2,705$1,664$20,806
Payroll Taxes$14,172$2,332$1,435$17,939
Fees for Services Accounting$16,256--$16,256
Advertising$9,287--$9,287
All Other Expenses-$2,851$1,276$4,127
Conferences and Meetings--$2,889$2,889
Insurance-$2,460-$2,460
Other Expenses$2,962$2,196-$2,196
Total Functional Expenses$851,577$54,120$34,330$940,027
Fundraising, Events, and Gaming
Fundraising activities
No
Gaming activities
No
Professional fundraiser used
No

Fundraising and Gaming Totals

Line ItemAmount
Fundraising Direct Expenses$1,639
Fundraising Gross Income$0
Professional Fundraising Fees$0
Political and Lobbying Activity
Political campaign activity
No
Lobbying activity
No
Subject to proxy tax
No
Governance and Compliance

Governance Checklist

Compiled or reviewed by an accountant
Yes
Annual disclosure for covered persons
Yes
Audit committee
Yes
Backup withholding compliance
Yes
Business relationship with 35% controlled entity
No
Business relationship with family members
No
Business relationship with organization members
No
Material changes to governing documents
No
Compensation from other sources disclosed
No
CEO compensation reviewed
Yes
Other officer compensation reviewed
No
Conflict-of-interest policy
Yes
Audited financial statements prepared
No
Key decisions subject to board approval
No
Management duties delegated
No

Governance Explanations

Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 11B

The executive director and treasurer review form 990 prior to filing.

Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 12C

Conflicts of interest disclosed are resolved at the executive board level as they arise.

Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 15A

The board of directors establishes executive director compensationduring the annual meeting.

Form 990, Part VI, Section C, Line 19

Financial statements are available upon request.

Filing and Contact Details

Filer

Filer Name
Creative Action Institute Inc
EIN
20-3995543
Phone
9789987990
Address
240 COUNTY ROAD, IPSWICH, MA 01938-2723

Signing Officer

Name
Clare Dowd
Title
Executive Director
Phone
9789987990
Signed
2025-11-17

Organization Details

Principal Officer
Clare Dowd
Formed
2005
Legal Domicile
Ma
Voting Board Members
6
Independent Board Members
6
Employees
5
Volunteers
7

Preparer

Firm
Pamela C Boardway CPA Pc
Address
176 NORTH STREET, SALEM, MA 01970
Preparer
Pamela C Boardway CPA
Phone
9785948575
Supplemental Narrative

Additional Explanations

Form 990, Part IX, Line 11G

Professional fees: program service expenses 300,185. Management and general expenses 0. Fundraising expenses 0. Total expenses 300,185.

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IRS990/ProgSrvcAccomActy2Grp/Desc0THE CREATIVE ENVIRONMENTAL LEADERSHIP PROGRAM DEVELOPS LEADERS BY EQUIPPING OUR PARTNERS TO LEVERAGE CREATIVE ADVOCACY STRATEGIES THAT INCORPORATE ARTS AND PROBLEM SOLVING TO BUILD CONSENSUS IN THEIR COMMUNITIES AROUND COMPLEX ISSUES, DEVELOP INCLUSIVE SOLUTIONS, AND SHIFT BEHAVIORS TO SUPPORT A MORE SUSTAINABLE PLANET.THE CLIMATE RESILIENCE PROGRAM BUILDS THE CAPACITY OF LEADERS AND COMMUNITIES TO BETTER UNDERSTAND, ANALYZE LOCAL CHALLENGES AND RESPOND TO THE IMPACT OF CLIMATE CHANGE ON FOOD SECURITY, GENDER EQUALITY, WATER AVAILABILITY, AND HEALTH OF HUMANS AND ANIMALS.CREATIVE ADVOCACY PRACTICUMS (CAPS) ARE A CRITICAL COMPONENT OF EACH OF OUR PROGRAMS. FOLLOWING TRAINING AND COACHING, GRASSROOTS LEADERS HAVE AN OPPORTUNITY TO ACTIVATE THEIR LEARNING THROUGH ADVOCACY PROJECTS THAT ENGAGE COMMUNITIES IN PROBLEM ANALYSIS AND SOLUTION BUILDING USING PARTICIPATORY AND CREATIVE TACTICS.
IRS990/ProgSrvcAccomActy3Grp/Desc0CREATIVE ACTION INSTITUTE UNDERTAKES NUMEROUS CONSULTING OPPORTUNITIES THAT FOCUS ON GENDER EQUALITY AND BUILDING A SUSTAINABLE PLANET. IN 2024 THEY INCLUDED: COCREATED FUNDED BY USAID/FCDO AND FOCUSED ON DEVELOPING A GREEN COURSE FOR TEACHERS TO INCREASE CLIMATE AND ENVIRONMRNT LITERACY IN TANZANIA AND ZANZIBAR. DONE IN PARTNERSHIP WITH AGA KHAN FOUNDATION, BELMONT UNIV, AND RESTLESS DEVELOPMENT.DESIGNING AND IMPLEMENTING CLIMATE FORUMS FOR THE CITY OF NEWBURYPORT.
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IRS990ScheduleO/SupplementalInformationDetail/ExplanationTxt0THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR AND TREASURER REVIEW FORM 990 PRIOR TO FILING.
IRS990ScheduleO/SupplementalInformationDetail/ExplanationTxt1CONFLICTS OF INTEREST DISCLOSED ARE RESOLVED AT THE EXECUTIVE BOARD LEVEL AS THEY ARISE.
IRS990ScheduleO/SupplementalInformationDetail/ExplanationTxt2THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS ESTABLISHES EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR COMPENSATIONDURING THE ANNUAL MEETING.
IRS990ScheduleO/SupplementalInformationDetail/ExplanationTxt3FINANCIAL STATEMENTS ARE AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST.
IRS990ScheduleO/SupplementalInformationDetail/ExplanationTxt4PROFESSIONAL FEES: PROGRAM SERVICE EXPENSES 300,185. MANAGEMENT AND GENERAL EXPENSES 0. FUNDRAISING EXPENSES 0. TOTAL EXPENSES 300,185.
IRS990ScheduleO/SupplementalInformationDetail/FormAndLineReferenceDesc0FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION B, LINE 11B
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IRS990ScheduleO/SupplementalInformationDetail/FormAndLineReferenceDesc2FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION B, LINE 15A
IRS990ScheduleO/SupplementalInformationDetail/FormAndLineReferenceDesc3FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION C, LINE 19
IRS990ScheduleO/SupplementalInformationDetail/FormAndLineReferenceDesc4FORM 990, PART IX, LINE 11G
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