KultureCity
Meets Standards
Standards For Charity Accountability
Governance
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Board Oversight
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Board Size
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Board Meetings
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Board Compensation
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Conflict of Interest
Measuring Effectiveness
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Effectiveness Policy
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Effectiveness Report
Finances
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Program Expenses
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Fundraising Expenses
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Accumulating Funds
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Audit Report
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Detailed Expense Breakdown
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Accurate Expense Reporting
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Budget Plan
Fundraising & Info
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Truthful Materials
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Annual Report
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Website Disclosures
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Donor Privacy
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Cause Marketing Disclosures
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Complaints
KultureCity meets the 20 Standards for Charity Accountability.
Stated Purpose:
"to Make the Nevers Possible by creating sensory accessibility and acceptance for those with invisible disabilities."
Year, State Incorporated:
2013, AL
KultureCity is dedicated to promoting accessibility for individuals with invisible disabilities through education and sensory accessibility initiatives. One of the organization's primary programs focuses on providing sensory inclusive training and certification to venues and organizations. This training equips staff to recognize and accommodate the sensory needs of visitors, ensuring an accessible experience for those with sensory sensitivities. KultureCity reports that it has certified over 4,000 venues and events worldwide, including sports arenas, restaurants, and cultural sites. These venues are equipped with sensory bags containing noise-canceling headphones, fidget tools, and verbal cue cards. They are supported by a mobile app that provides social stories to help visitors navigate the environment comfortably. Additionally, KultureCity offers scholarships for therapy and other services to support neurodiverse individuals. The organization provides assistance for attending various events, enhancing accessibility, and ensuring participation in community and cultural activities. KultureCity also promotes communication for individuals with communication disabilities through the KultureCity Koji AAC AI app. This tool facilitates communication, enabling engagement and interaction within the community.
For the year ended December 31, 2023, KultureCity's program expenses were:
| Program services | $4,756,438 |
| Total Program Expenses | $4,756,438 |
Chief Executive
Uma Srivastava, Executive Director
Compensation*
$88,000
Chair of the Board
Dominqiue Wilkins
Chair's Profession / Business Affiliation
Vice President, Atlanta Hawks and NBA Hall of Famer
Board Size
30
Paid Staff Size
11
*2023 compensation includes annual salary and, if applicable, benefit plans, expense accounts, and other allowances.
Method(s) Used:
Grant proposals, Direct mail appeals
Fundraising costs were 16% of related contributions. (Related contributions, which totaled $5,983,631, are donations received as a result of fundraising activities.)
This organization is tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. It is eligible to receive contributions deductible as charitable donations for federal income tax purposes.
The following information is based on KultureCity's audited financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2023.
Source of Funds
| Investment income | $6,286 |
| Other revenue | $47,859 |
| Special events revenue | $1,394,345 |
| Donations and pledges | $4,589,286 |
| Total Income | $6,037,776 |
Programs: 79% Fundraising: 16% Administrative: 4%
| Total Income | $6,037,776 |
| Total expenses: | $5,984,550 |
| Program expenses | $4,756,438 |
| Fundraising expenses | $966,664 |
| Administrative expenses | $261,448 |
| Other expenses | $0 |
| Income in Excess of Expenses | $53,226 |
| Beginning Net Assets | $89,201 |
| Other Changes In Net Assets | $0 |
| Ending Net Assets | $142,427 |
| Total Liabilities | $921,215 |
| Total Assets | $1,063,642 |
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