TY 2019 Form 990EZ

Form990EZ

Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service

Short Form
Return of Organization Exempt From Income Tax

Under section 501(c), 527, or 4947(a)(1) of the Internal Revenue Code (except private foundations)

Do not enter social security numbers on this form as it may be made public.

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OMB No. 1545-1150

2019

Open to Public
Inspection

Check if applicable:

Address change

Name change

Initial return

Final return/terminated

Amended return

Application pending

C Name of organization
Public Relations Society of America -
Phoenix Chapter

Number and street (or P. O. box, if mail is not delivered to street address)PO Box 32382
Room/suite

City or town, state or province, country, and ZIP or foreign postal code Phoenix, AZ85064

D Employer identification number

86-6056162

E Telephone number

(623) 703-7782

F Group Exemption
Number bullet

1255

Part ⅢStatement of Program Service Accomplishments (see the instructions for Part III) Check if the organization used Schedule O to respond to any question in this Part III . .	Expenses (Required for section 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations; optional for others.)
What is the organization's primary exempt purpose? The organization advocates for greater understanding and adoption of public relations services and acts as one of the leading voices in the industry on important business and professional issues. Phoenix PRSA advances the careers of members by providing lifelong learning, vibrant diverse and welcoming professional communities, recognition of capabilities and accomplishments and thoughtful leadership in ethics and professional excellence.
Describe the organization’s program service accomplishments for each of its three largest program services, as measured by expenses. In a clear and concise manner, describe the services provided, the number of persons benefited, and other relevant information for each program title.
28 The Phoenix Chapter of Public Relations Society of America serves a diverse community of more than 280 public relations and communications professionals in a variety of industries. (Grants $ ) If this amount includes foreign grants, check here ...		28a
29 Members include counseling firms and agencies, education and governmental institutions, service organizations, corporate entities and independent practioners. (Grants $ ) If this amount includes foreign grants, check here ...		29a
30 The Phoenix PRSA offers its members opportunities to advance their careers through events, awards programs, accreditation and a variety of skill building resources. Special interest groups provide additional support and networking opportunities for members. (Grants $ ) If this amount includes foreign grants, check here ...		30a
31 Other program services (describe in Schedule O) ................ (Grants $ ) If this amount includes foreign grants, check here...	31a
32 Total program service expenses (add lines 28a through 31a)..........	32

(a) Name and title	(b) Average hours per week devoted to position	(c) Reportable compensation (Forms W-2/1099-MISC) (if not paid, enter -0-)	(d) Health benefits, contributions to employee benefit plans, and deferred compensation	(e) Estimated amount of other compensation
Diane Smith President	0	0
Krista Paniagua Pres. Elect	0	0
Amy La Sala Vice President	0	0
Amy McConnell Treasurer	0	0
Kimberley Hoidal Secretary	0	0
Rachel Brockway Director	0	0
Erica Fetherston Director	0	0
Leigh Dow Director	0	0
Chika Okoye Director	0	0
Cynthia Weaver Director	0	0
Constance Halonen-Wilson Director	0	0
Savannah Harrelson Director	0	0
Mychael Ramirez Director	0	0
Michael Cyrino Director	0	0
Heather Vana Director	0	0

Yes

Did the organization engage in lobbying activities or have a section 501(h) election in effect during the tax year? If "Yes," complete Schedule C, Part II .......................

Is the organization a school as described in section 170(b)(1)(A)(ii)? If "Yes," complete Schedule E ..

49a

Did the organization make any transfers to an exempt non-charitable related organization?......

49a

If "Yes," was the related organization a section 527 organization?................

49b

Complete this table for the organization's five highest compensated employees (other than officers, directors, trustees and key employees) who each received more than $100,000 of compensation from the organization. If there is none, enter "None."

(a) Name and title of each employee	(b) Average hours per week devoted to position	(c) Reportable compensation (Forms W-2/1099-MISC)	(d) Health benefits, contributions to employee benefit plans, and deferred compensation	(e) Estimated amount of other compensation
NONE

Total number of other employees paid over $100,000 ............. bullet

Complete this table for the organization's five highest compensated independent contractors who each received more than $100,000 of compensation from the organization. If there is none, enter "None."

(a) Name and business address of each independent contractor	(b) Type of service	(c) Compensation
NONE


Name of organization Public Relations Society of America - Phoenix Chapter	Employer identification number 86-6056162
Part I Contributors	Contributors (see instructions). Use duplicate copies of Part I if additional space is needed.
(a) No.	(b) Name, address, and ZIP + 4	(c) Total contributions	(d) Type of contribution
RESTRICTED	,	$ RESTRICTED	Person Payroll Noncash (Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
(a) No.	(b) Name, address, and ZIP + 4	(c) Total contributions	(d) Type of contribution
		$	Person Payroll Noncash (Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
(a) No.	(b) Name, address, and ZIP + 4	(c) Total contributions	(d) Type of contribution
		$	Person Payroll Noncash (Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
(a) No.	(b) Name, address, and ZIP + 4	(c) Total contributions	(d) Type of contribution
		$	Person Payroll Noncash (Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
(a) No.	(b) Name, address, and ZIP + 4	(c) Total contributions	(d) Type of contribution
		$	Person Payroll Noncash (Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
(a) No.	(b) Name, address, and ZIP + 4	(c) Total contributions	(d) Type of contribution
		$	Person Payroll Noncash (Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
Schedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2019)


Name of organization Public Relations Society of America - Phoenix Chapter	Employer identification number 86-6056162
Part II	Noncash Property (see instructions). Use duplicate copies of Part II if additional space is needed.
(a) No. from Part I	(b) Description of noncash property given	(c) FMV (or estimate) (See instructions)	(d) Date received
		$
(a) No. from Part I	(b) Description of noncash property given	(c) FMV (or estimate) (See instructions)	(d) Date received
		$
(a) No. from Part I	(b) Description of noncash property given	(c) FMV (or estimate) (See instructions)	(d) Date received
		$
(a) No. from Part I	(b) Description of noncash property given	(c) FMV (or estimate) (See instructions)	(d) Date received
		$
(a) No. from Part I	(b) Description of noncash property given	(c) FMV (or estimate) (See instructions)	(d) Date received
		$
(a) No. from Part I	(b) Description of noncash property given	(c) FMV (or estimate) (See instructions)	(d) Date received
		$
Schedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2019)

Return Reference	Explanation
Grants and Similar Amounts Paid In Excess of $5,000.1	\| Cash Amount Given: $7200
Other Expenses.1	Western District Conference $89010
Other Expenses.2	Travel $4846
Other Expenses.3	WDC Member Promo $4600
Other Expenses.4	Scholarships $2940
Other Expenses.5	Holiday Party Expense $2743
Other Expenses.6	Professional development $1653
Other Expenses.7	Media event $1552
Other Expenses.8	Insurance - D&O $1053
Other Expenses.9	New Pros Sig expense $770
Other Expenses.10	Volunteer Gifts $733
Other Expenses.11	Storage unit $699
Other Expenses.12	Convention/Meeting Expense $612
Other Expenses.13	Website Development $600
Other Expenses.14	Masters Practioners SIG exp. $598
Other Expenses.15	National speaker $569
Other Expenses.16	Networking Mixer expense $513
Other Expenses.17	Board Retreat $509
Other Expenses.18	Social Media Team Expenses $341
Other Expenses.19	Professional Dev Clusters Exp $278
Other Expenses.20	Accounting Software $277
Other Expenses.21	Bank Fees $181
Other Expenses.22	Webinar expense $112
Other Expenses.23	Software subscriptions $105
Other Expenses.25	Award Program Expense $50
Other Expenses.26	Misc. Expense $25

Return Reference

Explanation

Grants and Similar Amounts Paid In Excess of $5,000.1

| Cash Amount Given: $7200

Other Expenses.1

Western District Conference $89010

Other Expenses.2

Travel $4846

Other Expenses.3

WDC Member Promo $4600

Other Expenses.4

Scholarships $2940

Other Expenses.5

Holiday Party Expense $2743

Other Expenses.6

Professional development $1653

Other Expenses.7

Media event $1552

Other Expenses.8

Insurance - D&O $1053

Other Expenses.9

New Pros Sig expense $770

Other Expenses.10

Volunteer Gifts $733

Other Expenses.11

Storage unit $699

Other Expenses.12

Convention/Meeting Expense $612

Other Expenses.13

Website Development $600

Other Expenses.14

Masters Practioners SIG exp. $598

Other Expenses.15

National speaker $569

Other Expenses.16

Networking Mixer expense $513

Other Expenses.17

Board Retreat $509

Other Expenses.18

Social Media Team Expenses $341

Other Expenses.19

Professional Dev Clusters Exp $278

Other Expenses.20

Accounting Software $277

Other Expenses.21

Bank Fees $181

Other Expenses.22

Webinar expense $112

Other Expenses.23

Software subscriptions $105

Other Expenses.25

Award Program Expense $50

Other Expenses.26

Misc. Expense $25

1	Contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts received ....................	1	20,469
2	Program service revenue including government fees and contracts ................	2	56,071
3	Membership dues and assessments .............................	3	14,399
4	Investment income ....................................	4	11
5a	Gross amount from sale of assets other than inventory .......	5a
b	Less: cost or other basis and sales expenses ............	5b	0
c	Gain or (loss) from sale of assets other than inventory (Subtract line 5b from line 5a) ......	5c
6	Gaming and fundraising events
a	Gross income from gaming (attach Schedule G if greater than $15,000)	6a
b	Gross income from fundraising events (not including $ of contributions from fundraising events reported on line 1) (attach Schedule G if the			sum of such gross income and contributions exceeds $15,000) ..	6b	12,311
c	Less: direct expenses from gaming and fundraising events ...	6c	12,568
d	Net income or (loss) from gaming and fundraising events (add lines 6a and 6b and subtract line 6c)	6d	-257
7a	Gross sales of inventory, less returns and allowances ......	7a
b	Less: cost of goods sold .............	7b	0
c	Gross profit or (loss) from sales of inventory (Subtract line 7b from line 7a) .........	7c
8	Other revenue (describe in Schedule O) ....................	8
9	Total revenue. Add lines 1, 2, 3, 4, 5c, 6d, 7c, and 8 ..............	9	90,693

18	Excess or (deficit) for the year (Subtract line 17 from line 9) ............	18	-32,656
19	Net assets or fund balances at beginning of year (from line 27, column (A)) (must agree with
	end-of-year figure reported on prior year’s return) .................	19	155,627
20	Other changes in net assets or fund balances (explain in Schedule O) ...........	20	9,012
21	Net assets or fund balances at end of year. Combine lines 18 through 20 ..........	21	131,983

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	Type or print name and title

Software ID:	19009920
Software Version:	2019v5.0

Software ID:	19009920
Software Version:	2019v5.0

10	Grants and similar amounts paid (list in Schedule O) ................	10	7,200
11	Benefits paid to or for members ......................	11
12	Salaries, other compensation, and employee benefits ................	12
13	Professional fees and other payments to independent contractors ............	13	700
14	Occupancy, rent, utilities, and maintenance ...................	14
15	Printing, publications, postage, and shipping ...................	15	80
16	Other expenses (describe in Schedule O) ...................	16	115,369
17	Total expenses. Add lines 10 through 16 .................	17	123,349


Name of organization Public Relations Society of America - Phoenix Chapter			Employer identification number 86-6056162
Part III Exclusively religious, charitable, etc., contributions to organizations described in section 501(c)(7), (8), or (10) that total more than $1,000 for the year from any one contributor. Complete columns (a) through (e) and the following line entry. For organizations completing Part III, enter the total of exclusively religious, charitable, etc., contributions of $1,000 or less for the year. (Enter this information once. See instructions.) $ Use duplicate copies of Part III if additional space is needed.