Civic Intelligence

Needham Observer

990EZ • Fiscal year 2024 • EIN 92-2359697

Jan 01, 2024 to Dec 31, 2024 • Filed on Mar 29, 2025

198 Fair Oaks PArkNeedham, MA 02492

(617) 417-1383

Siviq Scores

Precomputed percentiles for this filing year versus similar nonprofits in the same peer cohort.

Liabilities / Assets

55th percentile

0.00x

Tied with the lowest-debt nonprofits in its peer group.

2024 filings • NTEE A • <$500k nonprofits • Source year 2024

Liabilities / Revenue

55th percentile

0.00x

Tied with the lowest-debt nonprofits in its peer group.

2024 filings • NTEE A • <$500k nonprofits • Source year 2024

Net Margin

96th percentile

86%

Higher net margin than 96% of similar nonprofits.

2024 filings • NTEE A • <$500k nonprofits • Source year 2024

Top Officer Pay

77th percentile

$0

Higher top officer pay than 77% of similar nonprofits.

Top officer pay equals 0.0% of source-year revenue.

2024 filings • NTEE A • <$500k nonprofits • Source year 2024

Asset Growth

Score unavailable

No value available

No earlier valid filing was available within the previous three public years.

Source year 2024

Revenue Growth

Score unavailable

No value available

No earlier valid filing was available within the previous three public years.

Source year 2024

Assets

$127,007

No earlier filing loaded for comparison.

Net Assets

$127,007

No earlier filing loaded for comparison.

Liabilities

$0

No earlier filing loaded for comparison.

Revenue

$102,012

No earlier filing loaded for comparison.

Expenses

$14,500

No earlier filing loaded for comparison.

Net Income

$87,512

No earlier filing loaded for comparison.

Historical Trend

Balance Sheet Trend

The highlighted filing sits inside the broader history for assets, liabilities, and net assets.

$300K$200K$100K$0Assets 2024: $127,007Liabilities 2024: $0Net Assets 2024: $127,0072024Assets 2025: $272,932Liabilities 2025: $0Net Assets 2025: $272,9322025

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2024

Assets$127,007
Liabilities$0
Net Assets$127,007

Operations Trend

Revenue, expenses, and net income across loaded years, with this filing highlighted.

$200K$150K$100K$50K$0Revenue 2024: $102,012Expenses 2024: $14,500Net Income 2024: $87,5122024Revenue 2025: $180,195Expenses 2025: $34,270Net Income 2025: $145,9252025

Highlighted filing

2024

Revenue$102,012
Expenses$14,500
Net Income$87,512
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Filing Snapshot
Filing Period
Jan 1, 2024 to Dec 31, 2024
Signed
Mar 29, 2025
Return Version
2024v5.0
Gross Receipts
$102,012
Mission and Program Overview

Mission

The Needham Observer is a free, independent, nonprofit 501(c)(3) news service founded and operated by a volunteer group of journalists and engaged community members. Our mission is to provide timely information, interesting features, and a variety of perspectives that represent the breadth of our community. Our vision is to reflect Needham back to itself in a way that fosters and expands connections across all segments of town. We are committed to diversity, inclusion, equity, and belonging in what we cover and in how and with whom we work.

Program Services

DescriptionGrantsExpenses
Program Service #3: Fundraising and Organizational Sustainability The organization conducted fundraising campaigns and maintained insurance and compliance practices to ensure ongoing operational health and risk management as a public charity. Expenses: $3,033 (Fundraising) + $4,993 (Insurance) + $19 (Legal and Compliance) = $8,045$0$8,045
Program Service #1: Local News Production and Distribution The organization produced and distributed original local journalism covering town governance, schools, business, culture, and community events. Content was shared through an email newsletter and online publication platform. Expenses: $1,760 (Email Marketing) + $595 (Miscellaneous Technology) + $787 (Subscriptions) = $3,142$0$3,142
Program Service #2: Community Engagement and Partnerships The organization participated in and reported on local events and initiatives in collaboration with civic and nonprofit groups, including membership in the local Chamber of Commerce. These efforts strengthened community ties and increased visibility of local issues. Expenses: $775 (Chamber Activity) + $738 (Administration/Supplies) = $1,513$0$1,513
Compensation and Service Providers

Employees

NameTitleFull / Part TimeBaseOtherTotal
Peter O'NeilExecutive EditorFT$0--
Jeanne HopkinsExecutive DirectorPT$0--
Frederica Saylor LalondeManaging EditorPT$0--
Seth BauerEditor/Senior DirectorPT$0--
Rob BertschePresident, Board Of Directors-$0--
James L McQuiveyTreasurer, Board Of Directors-$0--
Karen PriceSecretary, Board Of Directors-$0--
Mark MaremontMember, Board Of Directors-$0--
Filing and Contact Details

Filer

Filer Name
Needham Observer
EIN
92-2359697
Phone
6174171383
Address
198 Fair Oaks PArk, Needham, MA 02492

Signing Officer

Name
James McQuivey
Title
Treasurer
Phone
6178036209
Signed
2025-03-29
Supplemental Narrative

Additional Explanations

Form 990-EZ, Part I, Line 16

Form 990-EZ, Part I, Line 16 - Other Expenses: The organization's other expenses consisted of the following: Legal and Compliance $19; Miscellaneous Technology $596; Chamber Activity $775; Administration/Supplies $738; Email Marketing $1,760; Subscriptions $787; Insurance $4,993; Fundraising $3,033. Total: $12,700

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