2014-08-15T09:55:10-06:00 2013-09-30 363990892 Capin Crouse LLP 2435 Research Parkway Ste 200 Colorado Springs CO 80920 990 2012-10-01 200960855 CitizenLink CITI 8655 Explorer Drive Colorado Springs CO 80920 Thomas A Minnery 7192784400 2014-08-15 false David C Moja P00747006 7195286225 2014-08-15 2012 2015-11-30 17:44:51Z Thomas A Minnery 7998395 false X www.citizenlink.com X 2004 CO CitizenLink is a family advocacy organization that inspires men and women to live out biblical citizenship that transforms culture. We provide resources that equip citizens to make their voices heard on critical social policy issues. 3 2 52 24 0 0 9844743 5464674 0 2398 4481 3180911 2526261 13028052 7995416 2340606 2786801 0 3783113 2940188 54090 69143 226821 3662426 3927913 9840235 9724045 3187817 -1728629 4232534 2118445 731712 346252 3500822 1772193 CitizenLink is a family advocacy organization that inspires men and women to live out biblical citizenship that transforms culture. We provide resources that equip citizens to make their voices heard on critical social policy issues. false false 6635488 2786110 Public Policy - In addition to research and coordination with other like-minded exempt organizations, CitizenLink communicated information critical to the stability of the family on policy and legislative matters via email, newsletter, phone calls, events, and periodical articles to as many as 1 million households. These communications were designed to rally CitizenLink members and the general public to be involved in various legislative matters such as federal and state constitutional amendments to protect marriage as an institution between one man and one woman, the protection of human life in all its various forms, and the appropriate role of state and federal judicial systems as designed by the founding fathers of the United States of America. 1224619 Publications - CitizenLink distributes daily and issue-related emails, letters and newsletters. For example, the CitizenLink email consists of daily news items on a variety of timely cultural and political topics, and goes out to as many as 105 thousand households. CitizenLink reaches many varied interest groups and individuals through its publications. 365260 Internet - CitizenLink has developed online resources to discuss pro-family legislation and provide a means for members and constituents to learn about CitizenLink activities and events. The CitizenLink website draws a consistently growing audience of approximately 150 thousand unique monthly visitors. The resources available include web videos, analysis of issues, and archives of member newsletters and email alerts to members. This website helps promote a platform for informing, inspiring, and rallying those who care deeply about the family to greater involvement in the moral, cultural, and political issues that threaten our nation. 338518 Broadcasts - CitizenLink airs various radio programs over channels designed to reach a few million listeners on critical policy issues and inform listeners how they can become involved in affecting legislation important to strengthening the family and providing a cultural foundation where the gospel of Jesus Christ can be shared and accepted freely. CitizenLink also aired many short and long radio drop-ins ranging from 30 seconds to 30 minutes to alert members and the public concerning important legislative and public policy matters. 227668 691 Events - CitizenLink co-sponsored a 9Values Voter Summit9 to help promote pro-family participation during the coming election season. 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Interest and penalties, if any, are included in expenses in the consolidated statements of activities. As of September 30, 2013, CitizenLink had no uncertain tax positions that qualify for recognition or disclosure in the financial statements. CitizenLink9s federal Exempt Organization Business Income Tax Returns for years ended September 30, 2012, 2011, and 2010 are subject to examination by the IRS, generally for three years after they were filed. X X X X X X true Masterworks Inc 19462 Powder Hill Pl NE Poulsbo WA 98370 Consultant false 69143 -69143 69143 -69143 All States G01 Fundraiser agreements Part I line 2bv In the fiscal year ended September 30, 2013, CitizenLink paid Masterworks a total of $381,291, which consisted of fundraising consulting of $69,143 and creative services of $312,148 (includes reimbursements). CitizenLink has an agreement with Masterworks to provide fundraising consulting and services with the agreement stating that the fees and expenses are paid separately. true Citizens for Community Values 11175 Reading Rd Ste 103 Cincinnati OH 452411997 201036370 501c4 397575 Prog Suprt Colorado Family Action Inc PO Box 558 Castle Rock CO 80104 205012920 501c4 107104 Prog Suprt Cornerstone Action PAC PO Box 4351 Manchester NH 031084351 273476068 527 92475 Sch C Family Policy Action 16108 Ash Way Ste 111A Lynnwood WA 98087 510618262 501c4 50200 Prog Suprt Family Foundation Action 919 E Main St Ste 110 Richmond VA 23219 202308649 501c4 183781 Prog Suprt Family Leader 1100 N Hickory Blvd Ste 107 Pleasant Hill IA 50327 421469051 501c4 150275 Prog Suprt Florida Family Action Inc 4853 S Orange Ave Ste C Orlando FL 32806 331108736 501c4 936399 Prog Suprt Maryland Marriage Alliance Inc PO Box 106 Annapolis MD 21404 453205145 501c4 32000 Prog Suprt Indiana Family Action Inc 140 N 1st Str Zionsville IN 46077 710998358 501c4 78401 Prog Suprt Nebraska Family PAC 5725 J Str Lincoln NE 68510 461187798 QSLPO 527 9500 Sch C Traditional Values Action Comm PO Box 1368 Flora Vista NM 87415 455410656 501c4 66220 Prog Suprt Minnesota Family Council 2855 Anthony Lane Ste 150 Minneapolis MN 55418 411863170 501c4 97157 Prog Suprt Montana Family Foundation 112 1st Ave Ste S2 Laurel MT 59044 201637490 501c4 52986 Prog Suprt NC Values Coalition 9560 Strickland Rd Ste 103-226 Raleigh NC 27615 452269385 501c4 39069 Prog Suprt New Jersey Family First Inc 50 Mt Bethel Road Ste 206 Warren NJ 070595690 208234453 501c4 90600 Prog Suprt Nonpartisan Family Coalition 1106 E Street Ste 101 Lincoln NE 68508 470818184 501c4 23045 Prog Suprt Wisconsin Family Action Inc 222 S Hamilton St Ste 24 Madison WI 53703 830448717 501c4 120000 Prog Suprt ND Family Alliance-Action 3220 18th St Ste 8 Fargo ND 58104 273467110 501c4 15198 Prog Suprt Pennsylvania Family Council 23 N Front St Harrisburg PA 17101 251777977 501c4 164660 Prog Suprt Public Interest Forum 112 E Allegan St Ste 300 Lansing MI 48933 383162086 501c4 74466 Prog Suprt 20 I1 Monitoring procedures Part I line 2 These requests for financial assistance are in support of program activities that are in agreement with our organizational purpose. We discuss the projects involved and how the required funds are going to be used. We also monitor the activities involved and request follow-up information as necessary. X X X true true X X X X false false false false false false false false false James D Daly 215984 2921 1128 12981 17070 250084 Daniel R Mellema 140365 200 8550 17049 166164 Clark Miller 167086 200 1896 10569 17070 196821 Stanley R John 145977 556 143 9117 17067 172860 Thomas A Minnery 142296 200 1402 8502 12119 164519 Robert Wood 141335 200 9000 17070 167605 Ken Windebank 143632 770 229 17070 161701 Tim Goeglein 139635 200 4180 17056 161071 Joel Vaughan 128356 262 7944 17028 153590 J1 Benefit information Part I line 1a Jim Daly has flown first-class for international travel and occasionally for domestic flights. Travel for companions was provided to Jim Daly and Ken Windebank. The cost of the companion travel is included in employee9s reportable compensation. On an annual basis, the organization calculates the cost of laptop and tablet computers provided to the disqualified individuals. This calculated amount is grossed up for any tax impact and included in employee9s reportable compensation. O01 Member election for additional members Part VI line 7a As part of a reorganization, fifteen members retired from the Board of Directors and two new members were elected to the Board. Retiring Board members: - Anthony Wauterlek - Daniel Villanueva - Dr Joan Singleton - Dr R Alber Mohler - Eric Pillmore - Greg King - Heather Washburne - James D Daly - Kim Robinson - Lee Torrence - Paul Nelson - Rev Dr Ken Fentress - Richard Lytle - Robert E Hamby CPA - Tricia Esser New Board members: - Thomas A Minnery - Steve Taylor O02 Form 990 governing body review Part VI line 11 Form 990 was reviewed in detail by the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors. A copy of the 990 was provided to all Board members before filing. Form 990 was reviewed by the organization9s outside CPA firm and outside legal counsel. O03 Conflict of interest policy compliance Part VI line 12c The Conflict of Interest Policy is reviewed annually during a Board of Directors meeting. Annual Disclosure Statements are signed by Directors, Officers and all Employees. O04 CEO executive director top management comp Part VI line 15a The Compensation Committee of the Board of Directors determines compensation of the organization9s CEO by reviewing comparable data and contemporaneous documentation. The committee also annually reviews the compensation of other officers and key employees. These deliberations and decisions regarding officer compensation are documented annually. O05 Other officer or key employee compensation Part VI line 15b The Compensation Committee of the Board of Directors determines compensation of the organization9s CEO by reviewing comparable data and contemporaneous documentation. The committee also annually reviews the compensation of other officers and key employees. These deliberations and decisions regarding officer compensation are documented annually. The voting members of this committee are independent Directors of the organization9s Board of Directors. O06 Governing documents etc available to public Part VI line 19 The organization makes its organizing documents available by written request. Also, the organization makes its financial statements and Forms 990 available on its website. O07 Audited by an independent accountant Part XII line 2b Audit Committee of the Board of Directors The Audit Committee of the Board of Directors reviews the results of the annual financial audit. The committee oversees the selection of the independent auditors. O08 Significant program services not listed on prior year return Part III line 2 During the current year, CitizenLink began its CitizenLink Radio program, a daily (five days a week) two-minute radio program which delivers pro-family news and commentary from a uniquely Christian perspective. We offer context for news you hear elsewhere, and also share stories of interest to a Christian audience that you won9t hear in the mainstream news media. O09 Estimate of average hours per week devoted to related organizations Part VII Col B Average hours per week devoted to related organizations as employees of a related organization, the following individuals listed on form 990, Part VII, Section A, Line 1a devoted an average of 45 hours per week to the related organization: Clark Miller Ken Windebank Robert Wood Stanley R John O10 General explanation attachment Organization9s mission (Part I, line 1) Providing an educational service toward the end of strengthening the family in its varied dimensions. Organization9s mission (Part III, line 1) CitizenLink was organized as a religious corporation on April 2, 2004, and is not organized for the private gain of any person. It is organized under the Colorado Nonprofit Corporation Act for religious purposes. CitizenLink was formed to provide an educational service to parents and others who are concerned with healthy family living, toward the end of strengthening the family in its varied dimensions. The primary means of accomplishing these goals are radio broadcasts, periodical articles, direct mail to voters, the internet and events that share the message with members, churches, and the public at large in the United States. CitizenLink is active in the promotion of social welfare by addressing the Christian community and the Christian9s responsibility in the public policy arena, both locally and nationally. The organization uses regular media channels; such as radio, television, periodicals, the internet, and events to discuss critical legislation and policy matters that significantly impact Christian worldview issues. The organization is also used as a vehicle to discuss practical means for Christians to become educated and involved in public policy matters. The organization encourages Christians to be aware of and involved in their civic duties. CitizenLink focuses on policy matters such as: federal and state constitutional amendments to protect marriage as an institution between one man and one woman, the protection of human life in all its various forms, and the appropriate role of state and federal judicial systems as designed by the founding fathers of the United States of America. Broadcast activities for FYE September 30, 2013 Jim Daly, Tom Minnery and other CitizenLink employees have used radio and television to educate and discuss critical legislative matters (including how listeners and viewers can become more actively involved) important to strengthening the family and providing a cultural foundation where the Gospel of Jesus Christ can be shared and accepted freely. Some of these broadcasts, paid for and provided by CitizenLink, used broadcast channels of the Focus on the Family and Family News in Focus. Magazine & periodical activities for FYE September 30, 2013 The CitizenLink web site provides a biblical perspective on national and local news as well as offering techniques for grassroots activism. The CitizenLink daily update e-mail, created by the public policy staff, offers a Christian perspective on significant current events and legislation, as well as 4action items4 that offer resources for further involvement. Religious/educational/social welfare specific activities for FYE September 30, 2013: In addition to its focus on policy matters, as a religious organization, CitizenLink was formed to propagate the Gospel of Jesus Christ and provide educational services to strengthen the family. For the fiscal year ending September 30, 2013, CitizenLink employees worked in association with Focus on the Family employees to conduct the following program services: Broadcast : Focus on the Family Broadcast (www.focusonthefamily.com/radio) The Focus on the Family program offers real-life, Bible-based insights for everyday families, with real help for marriage and parenting from families who are in the trenches with you. Hosted by Jim Daly and John Fuller. The vast radio network carrying the daily Focus on the Family (FOF) broadcast continues to expand in the number of facilities and programs offered - heard on nearly 2,000 facilities (which include terrestrial stations, their translators, satellite radio and streams) in North America, with an estimated 700 outlets via streaming stations and other internet channels. The daily releases for the program exceeds 4,000. In addition to the U.S., the program is heard on nearly 400 additional facilities around the world. From the daily English program, a daily 15-minute program is excerpted, scripted and then translated into French, Russian, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu and Spanish, airing on over 951 facilities across Europe, the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS), and Latin America. This daily broadcast is offered as a resource on audio CD, Podcast, MP3, online streaming audio, and via a mobile app. The daily Focus on the Family program is also available on Salem Communication9s OnePlace.com website, TuneIn and Stitcher along with other web locations. Online Ministries: Focus on the Family Website (www.focusonthefamily.com) The flagship web site for Focus on the Family draws an average audience of about 870,000 unique visitors per month, providing our constituents with ready access to reliable, practical, time tested advice on marriage, parenting, life challenges and more. 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