2025-03-29T18:05:38-07:00 2024-12-31 990EZ 2024-01-01 922359697 NEEDHAM OBSERVER NEED 6174171383 198 Fair Oaks PArk Needham MA 02492 James McQuivey Treasurer 6178036209 2025-03-29 1 2024 2025-03-06 01:10:19Z X https://needhamobserver.org X X 102012 X 102012 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 102012 0 0 0 1800 0 0 12700 14500 87512 39495 0 127007 39495 127007 0 0 0 0 39495 127007 0 0 39495 127007 The Needham Observer is a free, independent, nonprofit 501(c)(3) news service founded and operated by a volunteer group of journalists and engaged community members. Our mission is to provide timely information, interesting features, and a variety of perspectives that represent the breadth of our community. Our vision is to reflect Needham back to itself in a way that fosters and expands connections across all segments of town. We are committed to diversity, inclusion, equity, and belonging in what we cover and in how and with whom we work. Program Service #1: Local News Production and Distribution The organization produced and distributed original local journalism covering town governance, schools, business, culture, and community events. Content was shared through an email newsletter and online publication platform. Expenses: $1,760 (Email Marketing) + $595 (Miscellaneous Technology) + $787 (Subscriptions) = $3,142 0 3142 Program Service #2: Community Engagement and Partnerships The organization participated in and reported on local events and initiatives in collaboration with civic and nonprofit groups, including membership in the local Chamber of Commerce. These efforts strengthened community ties and increased visibility of local issues. Expenses: $775 (Chamber Activity) + $738 (Administration/Supplies) = $1,513 0 1513 Program Service #3: Fundraising and Organizational Sustainability The organization conducted fundraising campaigns and maintained insurance and compliance practices to ensure ongoing operational health and risk management as a public charity. Expenses: $3,033 (Fundraising) + $4,993 (Insurance) + $19 (Legal and Compliance) = $8,045 0 8045 12700 Peter O'Neil Executive Editor 40 0 0 0 Jeanne Hopkins Executive Director 30 0 0 0 Frederica Saylor Lalonde Managing Editor 12 0 0 0 Seth Bauer Editor/Senior Director 20 0 0 0 Rob Bertsche President, Board of Directors 1 0 0 0 James L McQuivey Treasurer, Board of Directors 1 0 0 0 Karen Price Secretary, Board of Directors 1 0 0 0 Mark Maremont Member, Board of Directors 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 MA Peter O'Neil 198 Fair Oaks PArk Needham MA 02492 7816902107 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 NONE NONE 1 X 47840 102012 149852 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 47840 102012 149852 18170 131682 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 149852 0 X RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED Form 990-EZ, Part I, Line 16 Form 990-EZ, Part I, Line 16 - Other Expenses: The organization's other expenses consisted of the following: Legal and Compliance $19; Miscellaneous Technology $596; Chamber Activity $775; Administration/Supplies $738; Email Marketing $1,760; Subscriptions $787; Insurance $4,993; Fundraising $3,033. Total: $12,700