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    Independent Media Institute

    Independent Media Institute

     

    ...Is this your nonprofit?

    ...501(c)(3) organization

    ...Donations are tax-deductible

    ...https://independentmediainstitute.org/

    ...151 1ST AVE 267
    New York NY 10003-2965

    212-627-9585


    New York NY | IRS ruling year: 1983 | EIN: 52-1309876  

     

    Organization Mission

    The Independent Media Institute (IMI) has educated the public through a diverse array of independent media projects and programs for more than three decades. We work with journalists and media outlets to shine a spotlight on stories that are vital to the public interest, using multiple media formats and distribution channels.
    In 1998, IMI founded AlterNet, an award-winning news website that published original reporting by independent investigative journalists, syndicated a broad range of partner publications and reached diverse audiences.
    In early 2018, IMI transferred AlterNet to new ownership and re-focused on creating and distributing original, thoughtful explorations of social justice and public interest issues. A selection of our current content continues to publish on AlterNet, in partnership with the new owners. Through both its own reporting and via programs and partnerships with other organizations, IMI continues its pursuit of excellence and social impact in media.

     


    Rating Information

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    This charity's score is 75%, earning it a Three-Star rating. If this organization aligns with your passions and values, you can give with confidence.


    This overall score is calculated from multiple beacon scores, weighted as follows: 95% Accountability & Finance, 5% Culture & Community. Learn more about our criteria and methodology.

    Beacon Weights
    Historical Ratings
     Important note on the timeliness of ratings

    The IRS is significantly delayed in processing nonprofits' annual tax filings (Forms 990). As a result, the Accountability & Finance score for Independent Media Institute is outdated and the overall rating may not be representative of its current operations. Please check with the charity directly for any questions you may have.

    Rating Report

    • Impact & Results
    • Accountability & Finance
    • Culture & Community
    • Leadership & Adaptability
    Accountability & Finance
    Impact & ResultsAccountability & FinanceCulture & CommunityLeadership & Adaptability

     

    Accountability & Finance

     

    Independent Media Institute has earned a 73% for the Accountability & Finance beacon. See the metrics below for more information.

    This beacon provides an assessment of a charity's financial health (financial efficiency, sustainability, and trustworthiness) and its commitment to governance practices and policies.

    This Accountability & Finance score represents IRS Form 990 data up until FY 2019, which is the most recent Form 990 currently available to us. 

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    Accountability and Transparency
    ...Full Credit
      
    ...Partial Credit
      
    ...No Credit
      
    ...Not Applicable
    Governance
    Policies
    Transparency

    Financial Metrics
    ...Full Credit
      
    ...Partial Credit
      
    ...No Credit
      
    ...Not Applicable
    ...Liabilities to Assets Ratio - 11.40% - 7.5/10 pts
    ...Working Capital Ratio - 0.45 years - 5/10 pts
    ...Fundraising Efficiency - $0.13 - 10/10 pts
    ...Administrative Expense Ratio - 27.40% - 2.5/10 pts
    ...Fundraising Expense Ratio - 5.80% - 10/10 pts
    ...Program Expense Ratio - 66.70% - 5.21/10 pts
    ...Program Expense Growth - -30.92% - 0/10 pts

    Additional Information

    Total Revenue and Expenses - Data Available
    Salary of Key Persons - Data Available
    IRS Published Data (Business Master File) - Data Available
    Data Sources (IRS Forms 990) - Data Available

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