2025-05-15T07:24:17+00:00 2024-06-30 332621854 CRI Capin Crouse Advisors LLC 345 Massachusetts Ave Suite 300 Indianapolis IN 46204 990 2023-07-01 742162248 Hope Media Group HOPE 2814465725 1722 Treble Drive Humble TX 77338 Joe Paulo President/CEO 2814465725 2025-05-15 true Ashley Peabody P01385870 5055022746 2025-05-15 2023 2025-03-06 01:10:19Z Joe Paulo 1722 Treble Drive Humble TX 77338 50874939 false X https://hopemediagroup.com/ X 1979 TX Hope Media Group's mission is engaging people to love Jesus, serve others and spread Hope. 9 8 253 2804 2070674 0 29550795 40881022 3044031 6411605 -41452 1755331 862019 962329 33415393 50010287 60000 0 0 20412659 20512650 853613 959995 4145052 16643490 17729930 37969762 39202575 -4554369 10807712 84384424 101224487 17085776 23093154 67298648 78131333 Hope Media Group's (HMG) mission is engaging people to love Jesus, serve others and spread Hope. false false 27448576 6431744 Hope Media Group (HMG) is committed to serving communities through impactful outreach and engagement initiatives, guided by our mission to inspire faith, serve others, and spread hope. Below is a summary of our key community service efforts and programs for the reporting period: Community Outreach Initiatives HMG partnered with Love Has No Limits for Good Neighbor Days, mobilizing the Houston community to volunteer at 106 sites, completing 275 projects and positively impacting 48,823 families. To address summer heat challenges, HMG collaborated with Blue Bell Ice Cream for the "Ice Cream Emergency" initiative, distributing over 4,000 pints of ice cream to children and families. In response to regional power outages, HMG provided generators to affected households. Following multiple severe weather events, HMG distributed God's Pit Crew Blessing Buckets, supplying emergency resources to 1,000 families. Additionally, HMG worked with Convoy of Hope to establish distribution sites, providing supplies and KSBJ emergency radios. To close the year, a partnership with Buckner International resulted in the collection of 1,780 pounds of food for families in need. Core Programs and Media Platforms HMG engages audiences through diverse media and digital platforms, delivering inspirational content and fostering spiritual growth: KSBJ: Radio station that serves as a voice of hope for Houston and surrounding areas through uplifting Christian music and programming. WAYFM: A network of community-supported radio stations nationwide, offering positive music to inspire and uplift listeners. WAYLOUD: A 24/7 Christian rock platform featuring artists like Skillet and Switchfoot, fostering community engagement among rock music fans. NGEN Radio: A faith-forward platform for the "Now Generation," delivering positive hip-hop and pop music while addressing relevant topics. Hope Nation: A digital hub providing videos, podcasts, and blogs to deepen faith and spiritual growth. Hope Events: Produces biblically-based concerts and gatherings nationwide to share the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Vida Unida: This family-oriented radio station offers inspirational Christian music and media in Spanish, influenced by Hispanic culture. World's Biggest Small Group: A digital Bible study platform under the Hope Nation brand, featuring content from in-house creators and ministry partners to encourage spiritual development. Verse of the Day: A daily scripture service delivered via email and supported by social media and on-air features. Bibles: In partnership with Tyndale House Publishers, HMG provides free Bibles to thousands annually, including incarcerated individuals, those in need, and those exploring faith. Prayer Wall and Care Line: HMG's online Prayer Wall allows users to submit prayer requests or pray for others, while the Prayer and Care Line offers phone and text support for prayer needs. HMG engaged over 1 million individuals monthly through these platforms this year. Through these initiatives and programs, HMG remains dedicated to fostering community resilience, spiritual growth, and hope, aligning with our mission to engage people in faith, service, and positive impact. 27448576 true true false true false false false false false true false false true true false true false false false false false false true false false false false false true false false false false false false true false true false false false false false false false false true 129 0 true 253 true true true false false false false false false false false false false false X 9 8 false false false false false false false true true false false true true true true true true true true false GA HI MA MN MS NH ND SC TN VA WV WI X Desiree Gonzalez 2814465725 1722 Treble Drive Humble TX 77338 Dr Joe Parle Chair 1.0 X X 0 0 0 Elizabeth Killinger Finance Chair 1.0 X X 0 0 0 Harry Chapman Governance Chair 1.0 X X 0 0 0 Heather Puca Vice Chair 1.0 X X 0 0 0 Joe Paulo President/CEO 50.0 X X 434848 0 34061 Mark Maxwell HR Chair 1.0 X X 0 0 0 Brendon Wovchko Director (as of 01/2024) 1.0 X 0 0 0 Deborah Hubbs Director 1.0 X 0 0 0 Joe Battaglia Director (thru 12/2023) 1.0 X 0 0 0 Pierre Cannings Director (as of 01/2024) 1.0 X 0 0 0 Desiree Gonzalez CFO 50.0 X 238827 0 29077 Tim Dukes COO 50.0 X 240283 0 12547 Billy O'Neal Senior VP Stewardship 50.0 X 331265 0 18694 Nancy Overfield Chief of Marketing/Vida Unida GM 50.0 X 200630 0 12538 Paul Martin Chief of Development 50.0 X 224382 0 4592 Scott Herrold Chief of Programming 50.0 X 183466 0 13984 Shawn Farrington Chief of Innovation 50.0 X 192306 0 20946 2046007 0 146439 42 false true false Malone Media Group JA Malone LLC 1475 Phoenixville Pike West Chester PA 19380 Media Buys for Brands 1164706 Narrowstack LLC 12333 Sowden Rd Houston TX 770802059 Software Engineering for App 844749 For King and Country LLC 100 Taylor St Nashville TN 37208 Artist - Event Performance 542384 DUNHAMCOMPANY 6111 W Plano Pkwy Plano TX 75093 Fundraising Consultants 371839 Mark Ramsey Media 1819 SW 5th Ave Portland OR 97201 Software Engineering for Podcast 352830 9 679 40880343 174965 40881022 Program/Partnership Sponsorships 541800 4847683 3611104 1236579 Concert Series/Events 711300 916668 916668 Broadcast revenue 541800 647254 257344 389910 0 0 0 0 6411605 847545 847545 564801 581079 0 -16278 -16278 -16278 307466 882932 174142 108470 133324 774462 907786 907786 21100 961 20139 20139 Digital services 541800 460463 460463 498005 0 0 498005 958468 50010287 4805255 2070674 2253336 1127281 1127281 78421 6562 71859 14018421 10392496 2044847 1581078 592636 424831 103694 64111 3483286 2249619 776236 457431 1212605 827923 248853 135829 388057 99591 280814 7652 90581 90581 959995 959995 2734952 2082188 511234 141530 4145131 3786753 46126 312252 857100 82056 773491 1553 147208 108834 22559 15815 2574184 2464800 84952 24432 816112 538072 157779 120261 70043 43537 17669 8837 310742 409 310258 75 1130782 972724 127817 30241 279553 210780 53688 15085 Dues, Memberships, and Subscriptions 1226442 775251 395101 56090 Taxes, Licenses, and Fees 698330 641565 56659 106 Telecommunication 629041 564458 40268 24315 Repairs/Maintenance 363037 279912 67765 15360 1268635 902777 264713 101145 39202575 27448576 7608947 4145052 1271514 610639 22723556 16156946 2820081 5239428 1008326 918646 0 0 0 0 131532 11220 17581 14358 847378 2108255 31027788 13553696 8833035 17474092 2197633 5428832 0 0 33897766 42423896 10636022 10838175 84384424 101224487 2616428 5340815 1384916 192405 0 0 2204228 6400000 10880204 11159934 17085776 23093154 X 54827118 62521841 12471530 15609492 67298648 78131333 84384424 101224487 10807712 24973 0 X false true X true false X 13270237 18932191 24556219 29550795 40881022 127190464 0 0 13270237 18932191 24556219 29550795 40881022 127190464 0 127190464 122527 51795 49194 573419 847545 1644480 0 9947 4758 16256 560242 498005 1089208 129924152 9226228 0.9790 0.9849 X Schedule A, Part II, Line 10 Other Income DESCRIPTION - MISC REVENUE, COLUMN A - 9947.0, COLUMN B - 4758.0, COLUMN C - 16256.0, COLUMN D - 560242.0, COLUMN E - 498005.0, COLUMN F - 1089208.0; RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED 0 0 0 38224599 38224599 1000000 0 250000 0 0 704786 1000000 1000000 1000000 3704786 5557179 0 0 0 0 0 176197 250000 250000 250000 926197 1389296 0 0 0 0 0 Schedule C, Part II-A Hope Media Group had no lobbying expenditures during the tax year. The organization has made an election under 501(h) and therefore completes Schedule C, Part II-A per the instructions. 1041111 1041111 6396513 3961371 2435142 562550 372142 190408 13610466 8729008 4881458 9417148 491175 8925973 17474092 Deposits 50497 Right of Use Operating Lease Assets 10787678 10838175 Right of Use Operating lease liabilities 11159934 11159934 50712415 24973 95115 582040 702128 50010287 0 0 50010287 39879730 95115 582040 677155 39202575 0 0 39202575 Schedule D, Part XI, Line 2(d) Other revenues in audited financial statements not in form 990 Rental expenses reported on Part VIII, line 6b - 581079 Cost of Goods sold reported on Part VIII, line 10b - 961 Schedule D, Part XII, Line 2(d) Other expenses in audited financial statements not in form 990 Rental expenses reported on Part VIII, line 6b - 581079 Cost of Goods sold reported on Part VIII, line 10b - 961 X X X X X true Dickerson Bakker & Associates PO Box 98685 Raleigh NC 27624 Donation Solicitation false 7721017 69000 7652017 Dunham & Company 6111 W Plan Pkwy Ste 2700 Plano TX 75093 Off-air consulting, mail solicitations, support drives false 7387970 873995 6513975 Worksmart Consulting (Larry Walters) 45 Corrietta Court Templeton CA 93465 On air talent false 578244 12000 566244 Blanca Vega 601 Halifax Pl Upper Marlboro MD 20774 On Air Talent false 24732 5000 19732 15711963 959995 14751968 AL AK AZ AR CA CO CT DE FL GA HI ID IL IN IA KS KY LA ME MD MA MI MN MS MO MT NE NV NH NJ NM NY NC ND OH OK OR PA RI SC SD TN TX UT VT VA WA WV WI WY Schedule G, Part I, Line 2b(v) payment of fees or payment of expenses DICKERSON BAKKER & ASSOCIATES-DICKERSON BAKKER & ASSOCIATES WERE PAID OTHER EXPENSE REIMBURSEMENTS OF $1,612 IN ADDITION TO SERVICE FEES.;DUNHAM & COMPANY-DUNHAM & COMPANY WAS PAID OTHER EXPENSE REIMBURSEMENTS OF $11,113 IN ADDITION TO SERVICE FEES.;WORKSMART CONSULTING (LARRY WALTERS)-WORKSMART CONSULTING WAS PAID $3,696 IN OTHER EXPENSE REIMBURSEMENTS IN ADDITION TO SERVICE FEES.;BLANCA VEGA-BLANCA VEGA WAS PAID $1,559 IS OTHER EXPENSE REIMBURSEMENTS IN ADDITION TO SERVICE FEES.; X true true X X X X X true false false false false false false true false Joe Paulo President/CEO 333310 0 100000 0 1538 0 12202 0 21859 0 468909 0 0 0 Desiree Gonzalez CFO 192275 0 45100 0 1452 0 7393 0 21684 0 267904 0 0 0 Tim Dukes COO 236603 0 3250 0 430 0 7232 0 5315 0 252830 0 0 0 Billy O'Neal Senior VP Stewardship 97706 0 133440 0 100119 0 8980 0 9714 0 349959 0 0 0 Paul Martin Chief of Development 125576 0 18920 0 79886 0 3853 0 739 0 228974 0 0 0 Shawn Farrington Chief of Innovation 166018 0 24750 0 1538 0 5829 0 15117 0 213252 0 0 0 Nancy Overfield Chief of Marketing/Vida Unida GM 189772 0 9320 0 1538 0 1129 0 11409 0 213168 0 0 0 Scott Herrold Chief of Programming 163186 0 20000 0 280 0 0 0 13984 0 197450 0 0 0 Schedule J, Part I, Line 1a Travel for companions Travel for companions - Officers of the corporation are provided travel for spouses for certain business-related trip when there is a legitimate business need. Travel expenses for spouses are paid for by the organization only when the individual will be performing a specific business function during the trip. Expenses of this nature are treated as non-taxable business expenses. Schedule J, Part I, Line 4a Severance or change-of-control payment During 2023, Billy O'Neal received a severance payment of $99,969; Paul Martin received a severance payment of $78,850. Schedule J, Part I, Line 7 Non-fixed payments The Board awarded non-fixed payments in the form of a bonus to all officers and HCE's. Amounts were awarded at the Board's discretion and were based on individual performance. Calah Paulo Family relationship with Joe Paulo, President/CEO 71859 Wages and benefits false X 12 174142 Market value X Event supplies 1 823 Cost 0 false true false Schedule M, Part I column (b): The number of contributions represents the number of contributions received, not the number of items donated. Form 990, Part VI, Line 15 The process for determining the compensation of the organization's President/CEO and its other officers involves comparative salary surveys and is contingent on budget considerations. An independent compensation consultant is engaged for further input, and Forms 990 from similar organizations are analyzed. Recommendations are made by the HR committee and compensation packages are approved by a compensation committee, consisting of independent members of the board of directors. Documentation of deliberations and decisions are kept in the minutes. Form 990, Part VI, Line 1a Delegate broad authority to a committee The Corporation shall have an Executive Committee, which is a Board committee, consisting of the Board Chair, Board Vice Chair, Board Finance Chair, Board HR Chair and President/CEO. The Board Chair shall chair the Executive Committee. Subject to limitations applicable to committees, generally, and as set forth in Section 4.21 of these Bylaws, the Executive Committee shall have full authority to exercise all the powers of the Board between meetings. However, all action taken by the Executive Committee shall be reported to the Board as soon as practicable, or at the first meeting subsequent to that action. Form 990, Part VI, Line 11b Review of form 990 by governing body The Form 990 is prepared by an independent CPA firm. Upon completion, the return is reviewed by the VP of Finance, CFO and then the CEO. Once an internal draft is finalized, an email with a pdf copy of the return is sent to the board for review. Once approved, the form is prepared for signature and electronic filing with the Internal Revenue Service. Form 990, Part VI, Line 12c Conflict of interest policy The board members and officers of the organization are required to annually complete a commitment form that includes a statement of conflict of interest. In addition, board members and officers are required to annually complete a conflict of interest/related party questionnaire. The accounting department staff continually monitor vendors for compliance with the conflict of interest/related party policy. Should a conflict of interest exist, interested parties are required to recuse themselves from the decision-making process and subsequent vote. Form 990, Part VI, Line 19 Required documents available to the public The organization makes its governing documents, financial statements and conflict of interest policy available to the public at the organization's main office during normal business hours. Form 990, Part VIII, Line 11d Other Miscellaneous Revenue Misc Revenue - Total Revenue: 498005, Related or Exempt Function Revenue: , Unrelated Business Revenue: , Revenue Excluded from Tax Under Sections 512, 513, or 514: 498005;