Beacon Media
EIN: 933138185 · Chapel Hill, NC · NTEE: A01
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Revenue | $218K |
| Total Expenses | $8K |
| Net Assets | $51K |
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Beacon Media Form 990, Revenue, CEO Pay, and IRS Filing Signals
Beacon Media is surfaced here as a decision-ready nonprofit financial profile, not just a charity listing. The page consolidates IRS Form 990 revenue, expenses, assets, tax-exempt classification, executive compensation, mission score, red flags, and year-by-year filing history so donors, researchers, journalists, and grant teams can answer the common search questions around Beacon Media in one place.
Form 990 Filing Summary
1 filing year are available, with latest revenue of $59K and expenses of $8K.
Revenue and Expenses
Beacon Media reported $59K in revenue and $8K in expenses, a surplus of $51K.
Executive Compensation
Officer, director, trustee, and key employee pay is reviewed from IRS 990 compensation disclosures when present.
Charity Score and Red Flags
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Is Beacon Media Legit?
Insufficient Data
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Revenue Source Mix
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Expense Deployment
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Across stored filings, Beacon Media shows contribution history pending. Next enrichment targets: revenue-source fields, functional expense detail, IRS BMF classification, AI synthesis.
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| Decision Lens | Signal | What to Inspect Next |
|---|---|---|
| Legitimacy | Insufficient Data | Limited filing record; no red flags identified |
| Mission spend | Pending | Unknown |
| Financial durability | Grade A | 1 stored filing year |
| Peer context | Compare with Cccp Community Trust | North Carolina and Arts & Culture context |
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About Beacon Media
Beacon Media (EIN: 933138185) is a nonprofit organization based in Chapel Hill, NC, classified under NTEE code A01. The organization reported total revenue of $218K and total assets of $125K according to its most recent IRS 990 filing. This transparency report provides an AI-powered analysis of Beacon Media's financial health, spending patterns, executive compensation, and overall mission effectiveness based on publicly available IRS data.
Organization Overview
Beacon Media is a small nonprofit that has been operating for 2 years.
Key Financial Metrics (2023)
From the most recent IRS 990 filing on record:
| Total Revenue | $59K |
| Total Expenses | $8K |
| Surplus / Deficit | +$51K |
| Total Assets | $51K |
| Net Assets | $51K |
| Operating Margin | 86.8% |
| Months of Reserves | 79.0 months |
Financial Health Grade: A
In 2023, Beacon Media reported a surplus of $51K with revenue exceeding expenses, holds 79.0 months of operating reserves (strong position).
IRS Tax-Exempt Classification
| IRS Classification Codes | 1000 |
| IRS Ruling Date | 2024 |
Classification data from ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer. Additional BMF data may be available after enrichment.
AI Analysis Pending
AI enrichment for Beacon Media has not yet been completed. Basic IRS 990 data is shown below. Check back later for a full transparency report including a Mission Score, spending breakdown, executive compensation analysis, and red flags assessment.
Mission Effectiveness Score
NonprofitSpending's AI analysis rates Beacon Media with a Mission Score of 0 out of 100 (Very Poor). This score reflects the organization's overall financial transparency, program spending efficiency, and governance indicators derived from IRS 990 public filings.
Key Financial Metrics (2023)
From the most recent IRS 990 filing on record:
- The organization reported a surplus of $51K, with revenue exceeding expenses.
Frequently Asked Questions about Beacon Media
Is Beacon Media a legitimate charity?
Beacon Media (EIN: 933138185) is a registered tax-exempt nonprofit based in North Carolina. Total revenue: $218K. No red flags identified. Financial health grade: A.
How does Beacon Media spend its money?
Beacon Media reported $218K in total revenue in IRS 990 filings. 1 years of filing data available. Revenue exceeded expenses in the most recent year. Review the full spending breakdown on NonprofitSpending.
Are donations to Beacon Media tax-deductible?
Beacon Media is registered as a tax-exempt nonprofit (EIN: 933138185). Donations to most 501(c)(3) organizations are tax-deductible. Consult a tax professional for your specific situation.
Where is Beacon Media located?
Beacon Media is headquartered in Chapel Hill, North Carolina and files with the IRS under EIN 933138185. It is classified under NTEE code A01.
Filing History
IRS 990 filing history for Beacon Media showing financial trends over 1 year of public records:
In its most recent filing year (2023), Beacon Media reported a surplus of $51K, with revenue exceeding expenses.
| Year | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Liabilities | Officer Comp. % | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $59K | $8K | $51K | $0 | — | View 990 |
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Data Sources and Methodology
This transparency report for Beacon Media is generated by NonprofitSpending's AI analysis engine. The data is sourced from publicly available IRS 990 filings accessed through the ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer API and IRS electronic filing records. The Mission Score, spending breakdown, and other analytical insights are produced by artificial intelligence and should be used as one of multiple factors when evaluating a nonprofit organization.
IRS 990 forms are annual information returns that most tax-exempt organizations must file with the IRS. These forms provide detailed financial information including revenue, expenses, assets, liabilities, and compensation of officers. NonprofitSpending processes this data to provide accessible transparency reports for donors, researchers, and the general public.
Disclaimer
AI-generated analysis based on IRS public records. Not financial or legal advice. Verify information directly with the organization.