Kartemquin Educational Films
Kartemquin Educational Films
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About this organization
Mission
Sparking democracy through documentary since 1966, Kartemquin is a collaborative community that empowers documentary makers who create stories that foster a more engaged and just society. Kartemquin's films have received four Academy Award nominations, and won six Emmys and three Peabody Awards, among several more major prizes. In 2019, Kartemquin was honored with an Institutional Peabody Award for 'its commitment to unflinching documentary filmmaking and telling an American history rooted in social justice and the stories of the marginalized.' Recognized as a leading advocate for independent public media, Kartemquin has helped hundreds of artists via its filmmaker development programs and championing of documentary. Kartemquin is a 501(c)3 not-for-profit organization based in Chicago.
About
Kartemquin's filmmaker development programs are the entry point for many into our community and the backbone of our organization. Our programs serve over 50 filmmakers annually and have cultivated a network of 500+ alumni. The organization is a committed advocate for the sustainability of the documentary field.
Interesting data from their 2020 990 filing
The non-profit's mission is outlined in the filing as being “Kartemquin films is a home for independent media makers who seek to create social change through film. with a noted tradition of nurturing emerging talent and acting as a leading voice for independent media, kartemquin is building on more than 50 years of history as chicago's documentary powerhouse.”.
When outlining its responsibilities, they were referred to as: “Kartemquin films is a collaborative center for documentary media makers who seek to foster a more informed and empowered society. with a noted tradition of nurturing emerging talent and acting as a leading voice for independent media, kartemquin is chicago's documentary powerhouse.”.
- The state in which the non-profit operates has been officially reported as IL.
- The filing reveals the non-profit's address in 2020 to be 1901 W WELLINGTON AVE, CHICAGO, IL, 60657.
- As per the non-profit's form for 2020, they have 26 employees on their payroll.
- Is not a private foundation.
- Expenses are greater than $1,000,000.
- Revenue is greater than $1,000,000.
- Revenue less expenses is $517,918.
- The organization has 15 independent voting members.
- The organization was formed in 1985.
- The organization pays $1,030,813 in salary, compensation, and benefits to its employees.
- The organization pays $139,808 in fundraising expenses.
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