Civic Intelligence

Center for Austin Independent Journalism

EIN 84-1828337 • 501(c)3 • Austin, TX

Pub. 78 Eligible990-N CoverageNTEE A99

Profile

To equip Austinites to make informed decisions through independent, in-depth reporting, diverse opinions, and civil dialogue. Were driven by the belief that a strong local press is essential for a healthy community and democracy. We work to make Austin a more empowered and connected community. People across the city must be heard, informed, and able to participate in discussions and decisions that affect our common future. Confident, empowered citizens are better prepared to solve our problems and to hold city leaders accountable to us, their constituents.

PO Box 12037 111 E 17th StreetAustin, TX 78701

austinfreepress.org

Siviq Scores

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

Liabilities / Assets

65th percentile

0.01x

Higher debt load relative to assets than 65% of similar nonprofits.

NTEE A99 • <$500k nonprofits • Source year 2024

Liabilities / Revenue

67th percentile

0.01x

Higher debt load relative to revenue than 67% of similar nonprofits.

NTEE A99 • <$500k nonprofits • Source year 2024

Net Margin

8th percentile

-68%

Higher net margin than 8% of similar nonprofits.

NTEE A99 • <$500k nonprofits • Source year 2024

Top Officer Pay

95th percentile

$46,667

Higher top officer pay than 95% of similar nonprofits.

Top officer pay equals 40.5% of source-year revenue.

NTEE A99 • <$500k nonprofits • Source year 2024

Asset Growth

22nd percentile

-33%

Faster asset growth than 22% of similar nonprofits.

NTEE A99 • <$500k nonprofits • Annualized from 2023 to 2024

Revenue Growth

20th percentile

-50%

Faster revenue growth than 20% of similar nonprofits.

NTEE A99 • <$500k nonprofits • Annualized from 2023 to 2024

Balance Sheet
Liabilities / Assets65th percentile

Assets

Down

$157,338

Down $76,739 (-33%) from 2023

Liabilities

Up

$1,266

Up $1,266 from 2023

Net Assets

Down

$156,072

Down $78,005 (-33%) from 2023

Operations
Liabilities / Revenue67th percentileNet Margin8th percentile

Revenue

Down

$115,103

Down $115,473 (-50%) from 2023

Expenses

Up

$193,108

Up $190,594 (+7581%) from 2023

Net Income

Down

-$78,005

Down $306,067 (-134%) from 2023

Trend Graphs

Balance Sheet Trend

Asset Growth22nd percentile

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

$300K$200K$100K$0Assets 2023: $234,077Liabilities 2023: $0Net Assets 2023: $234,0772023Assets 2024: $157,338Liabilities 2024: $1,266Net Assets 2024: $156,0722024

Highlighted filing

2024

Assets$157,338
Liabilities$1,266
Net Assets$156,072
Open 2024 Filing

Operations Trend

Revenue Growth20th percentile

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

$300K$200K$100K$0-$100KRevenue 2023: $230,576Expenses 2023: $2,514Net Income 2023: $228,0622023Revenue 2024: $115,103Expenses 2024: $193,108Net Income 2024: -$78,0052024

Highlighted filing

2024

Revenue$115,103
Expenses$193,108
Net Income-$78,005
Open 2024 Filing

Filings

Most recent year

2024 • Form 990Facts available. Structured filing facts are available, but richer extracted sections are limited.

Open filing
Assets
$157,338
Liabilities
$1,266
Net assets
$156,072
Revenue
$115,103
Expenses
$193,108
Net income
-$78,005
Balance SheetOperations
YearAssetsLiabilitiesNet AssetsRevenueExpensesNet Income
2024Facts available. Structured filing facts are available, but richer extracted sections are limited.$1.57$0.01$1.56$1.15$1.93$0.78
2023Detailed filing. Detailed filing data is available for this year.$2.34$0.00$2.34$2.31$0.03$2.28
Latest Filing Detail
Jump To
Filing Snapshot
Filing Period
Jan 1, 2024 to Dec 31, 2024
Signed
Sep 10, 2025
Return Version
2024v5.2
Gross Receipts
$120,088
Mission and Program Overview

Mission

To equip Austinites to make informed decisions through independent, in-depth reporting, diverse opinions, and civil dialogue. Were driven by the belief that a strong local press is essential for a healthy community and democracy. We work to make Austin a more empowered and connected community. People across the city must be heard, informed, and able to participate in discussions and decisions that affect our common future. Confident, empowered citizens are better prepared to solve our problems and to hold city leaders accountable to us, their constituents.

To equip Austinites to make informed decisions through independent, in-depth reporting, diverse opinions, and civil dialogue.

Balance Sheet Detail
LineBeginningEndChange
Assets
Savings and Temporary Cash Investments-$154,278-
Cash and Non-Interest-Bearing Accounts$234,077$3,060▼ $231,017
Land, Buildings, and Equipment, Net$0$0→ $0
Total Assets$234,077$157,338▼ $76,739
Liabilities
Accounts Payable and Accrued Expenses-$1,266-
Total Liabilities$0$1,266▲ $1,266
Net Assets / Fund Balance
Net Assets Without Donor Restrictions$234,077$156,072▼ $78,005
Total Net Assets Fund Balance$234,077$156,072▼ $78,005
Total Liabilities and Net Assets / Fund Balance$234,077$157,338▼ $76,739
Compensation and Service Providers
Top Officer Pay95th percentile

Employees

NameTitleFull / Part TimeBaseTotal
Andrew WheatBoard MemberFT$46,667$46,667
Alberta PhillipsBoard MemberPT$25,600$25,600

Board Members and Trustees

NameTitle
Gissela Santa CruzBoard Member
Kellee ColemanBoard Member
Roxanne EvansBoard Member
Camen Llanes PulidoBoard Member thru 1/26/24
Louis MarchettiBoard Member thru 3/27/24
Revenue and Support

Revenue Composition

Contributions and Grants
$115,347
Program Service Revenue
$0
Investment Income
$4,741
Other Revenue
$-4,985
All Other Contributions
$105,347
Change in Net Assets
$-78,005
Expenses and Functional Allocation

Major Expense Lines

Line ItemAmount
Other Expenses$108,183
Salaries, Compensation, and Employee Benefits$80,395
Total Fundraising Expense$4,830
Professional Fundraising Fees$4,530
Grants and Similar Amounts Paid$0

Functional Expense Allocation

Line ItemProgramManagementFundraisingTotal
Fees for Services Other$61,943$20,800-$82,743
Current Officers, Directors, Trustees, and Key Employees$72,267--$72,267
Advertising$125$11,761-$11,886
Payroll Taxes$5,528--$5,528
Other Expenses$5,300--$5,300
Fees for Services Professional Fundraising--$4,530$4,530
Office Expenses$134$2,677-$2,811
Other Salaries and Wages-$2,600-$2,600
Fees for Services Accounting-$2,350-$2,350
All Other Expenses$528$971$300$1,799
Travel-$694-$694
Fees for Services Legal-$600-$600
Total Functional Expenses$145,825$42,453$4,830$193,108
Fundraising, Events, and Gaming
Fundraising activities
No
Gaming activities
No
Professional fundraiser used
No

Fundraising and Gaming Totals

Line ItemAmount
Fundraising Direct Expenses$4,985
Professional Fundraising Fees$4,530
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
No
Annual disclosure for covered persons
Yes
Audit committee
No
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
Yes
Conflict-of-interest policy
Yes
Audited financial statements prepared
No
Key decisions subject to board approval
No
Management duties delegated
No

Governance Explanations

Part VI, Line 11B

“The final draft of our 990 is sent to all of our board members via email for review. Any edits or questions are sent prior to the next board meeting so that staff can address them prior to the next board meeting. The board votes to approve the final draft at the next monthly board meeting.”

Part VI, Line 19

“Austin Free Press website posts policies on conflicts of interest, donor & financial transparency, editorial independence, and privacy. Website also lists all contributors of $5,000 or more. Other governing documents available upon request.”

Part VI, Line 15A and 15B

“The employment contracts for employees, including their compensation provisions, are reviewed by the board of directors and subject to the board's approval.”

Filing and Contact Details

Filer

Filer Name
Center for Austin Independent Journalism
EIN
84-1828337
Phone
5129221431
Address
PO Box 12037 111 E 17th Street, Austin, TX 78701
Doing Business As
Austin Free Press

Signing Officer

Name
Alberta Phillips
Title
Executive Director
Signed
2025-09-10
Discuss with paid preparer
No

Organization Details

Formed
2019
Legal Domicile
TX
Voting Board Members
5
Independent Board Members
3
Employees
2
Volunteers
6

Preparer

Firm
Montemayor Britton Bender Carey Pc
Address
2110 B Boca Raton Suite B 102, Austin, TX 78747
Preparer
Arturo Montemayor III
Phone
5124420380
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IRS990ScheduleO/SupplementalInformationDetail/ExplanationTxt0The final draft of our 990 is sent to all of our board members via email for review. Any edits or questions are sent prior to the next board meeting so that staff can address them prior to the next board meeting. The board votes to approve the final draft at the next monthly board meeting.
IRS990ScheduleO/SupplementalInformationDetail/ExplanationTxt1Austin Free Press website posts policies on conflicts of interest, donor & financial transparency, editorial independence, and privacy. Website also lists all contributors of $5,000 or more. Other governing documents available upon request.
IRS990ScheduleO/SupplementalInformationDetail/ExplanationTxt2The employment contracts for employees, including their compensation provisions, are reviewed by the board of directors and subject to the board's approval.
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