Cityserve Network
Only 43% goes to programs $0 to raise $100 Declining revenue
Cityserve Network is a 501(c)(3) organization based in Bakersfield, California, registered in 2018, with $13,378,764 in FY2024 revenue. CharityIndex grades it C, and it directs about 43% of spending to programs.
3201 F St, Bakersfield, CA, 93301 EIN 82-4490879 Since 2018
Revenue (FY2024)
$13.4M
▼ 45.8% vs prior year
Youth median: $163K
Expenses (FY2024)
$15.0M
Net assets
$3.1M
Employees
69
CharityIndex rating
One independent A+ to F grade from four published criteria, each scored separately from IRS filings and combined by weight.
C
FProgram efficiency40% of the rating43% to programs · $0 to raise $100
Measures how much of every dollar spent actually reaches programs, plus what it costs to raise $100 of donations. The worse of the two measures sets the letter (85%+ to programs is an A; under $15 to raise $100 is an A), averaged over the three most recent filings. For Cityserve Network: 43% to programs · $0 to raise $100 earns a F on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
C+Financial health25% of the rating2 mo reserves · -12% margin
Measures whether the organization is built to last: how many months its reserves would cover expenses (3+ months earns an A-range score, but hoarding 5+ years of budget is capped) and whether it runs a surplus or a deficit. For Cityserve Network: 2 mo reserves · -12% margin earns a C+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
A+Governance25% of the rating6 of 6 checks met
Checks how the organization is run, from its own Form 990: an independent board majority, a board of five or more, conflict-of-interest, whistleblower and document-retention policies, and independently audited financials. The share of disclosed checks that pass sets the letter. For Cityserve Network: 6 of 6 checks met earns a A+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
ATransparency10% of the rating4 of 5 disclosure signals
Counts five disclosure signals: a recent filing, a mission statement, program descriptions, a listed website, and the full expense breakdown. More disclosure, better letter. For Cityserve Network: 4 of 5 disclosure signals earns a A on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
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Mission
37cityserve network is a faith-based organization designed to empower and resource local churches and communities to launch sustainable compassion initiatives.
Contact & location
- Address
- 3201 F St, Bakersfield, CA, 93301
- City
- Bakersfield
- State
- California
- Category
- Youth Development
- Subcategory
- Youth Development Programs
- Phone
- …
- Website
- …
Financial trends
Revenue declined from $15.4M (FY2018) to $13.4M (FY2024) across 7 reported years.
Financial snapshot
Financial health & position (FY2024)
Liabilities $2.2MNet assets $3.1M
Operating margin
-12.3%
Spent more than it raised in the latest fiscal year.
Total assets
$5.3M
Total liabilities
$2.2M
Net assets
$3.1M
Salaries & benefits
$2.3M
15% of expenses
Board members
9
9 independent
Financials by year
| Fiscal year | Revenue | Expenses | Net assets | Total assets | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $13,378,764▼45.8% | $15,025,723▼53.8% | $3,055,331▲7.1% | $5,252,982▼17.6% | 990 |
| 2023 | $24,692,800▲128% | $32,500,272▲384% | $2,852,586▼63.3% | $6,373,360▼29.6% | 990 |
| 2022 | $10,840,622▼88.5% | $6,718,653▼92.9% | $7,770,069▲101% | $9,050,839▲122% | 990 |
| 2021 | $94,473,161▲47.2% | $94,162,893▲49.7% | $3,865,881▲6.3% | $4,069,087▲10.7% | 990 |
| 2020 | $64,173,567▲214% | $62,903,654▲208% | $3,635,360▲53.7% | $3,676,197▲49.6% | 990 |
| 2019 | $20,456,930▲32.8% | $20,433,686▲56.3% | $2,365,447▲1.8% | $2,457,823▲4.6% | 990 |
| 2018 | $15,398,572 | $13,075,552 | $2,323,020 | $2,350,184 | 990 |
Original Form 990 PDFs (the Form column) are served by ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer, as filed with the IRS. Create a free account to download the CSV report.
Leadership & compensation (FY2024)
Highest-paid: Karl Hargestam — $45,000 (0.30% of total expenses)
| Name | Title | Hours/week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Karl Hargestam | Executive Director | 20 | $45,000 |
| Carlos Baldovinos | Director | 4 | — |
| Dave Donaldson | Vice President | 4 | — |
| Don Crabtree | Interim Executive Director | 15 | — |
| Jack Pandol | Director | 4 | — |
| Robin Mangarin-scott | Director | 4 | — |
| Shannon Grove | Director | 4 | — |
| Steve Vinson | Director | 15 | — |
| Wendell Vinson | President | 15 | — |
Top vendors & contractors (FY2024)
| Contractor | Services | Paid |
|---|---|---|
| Ktgy Architecture & Planning | Planning Services | $122,719 |
Grants received · $103.4M total
51 grants to Cityserve Network totaling $103.4M, reported by foundations on their Schedule I filings — showing the 15 most recent.
| Grantmaker | Purpose | Year | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Good360 | To assist those in need | 2024 | $12,601,733 |
| National Christian Charitable Foundation | Evangelism and missions | 2024 | $1,051,000 |
| Good360 | To assist those in need | 2024 | $230,032 |
| Good360 | To assist those in need | 2024 | $200,587 |
| Local Initiatives Support Corporation | See part iv | 2024 | $44,645 |
| Good360 | To assist those in need | 2023 | $623,342 |
| World Vision | Family assistance | 2023 | $331,038 |
| Servant Foundation | Community development | 2023 | $250,000 |
| Local Initiatives Support Corporation | See part iv | 2023 | $231,000 |
| National Christian Charitable Foundation | Poverty | 2023 | $58,000 |
| San Joaquin Community Hospital Corporation | Community donation | 2023 | $25,000 |
| Dignity Health | Community health | 2023 | $7,500 |
| Bakersfield Memorial Hospital | Community health | 2023 | $7,500 |
| World Vision | Development | 2022 | $5,498,349 |
| Good360 | To assist those in need. | 2022 | $1,986,508 |
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Frequently asked questions
- Is Cityserve Network a legitimate nonprofit?
- Yes. Cityserve Network is a 501(c)(3) organization registered with the U.S. Internal Revenue Service under EIN 82-4490879, based in Bakersfield, California. Donations are tax-deductible.
- What is Cityserve Network's EIN?
- Cityserve Network's Employer Identification Number (EIN) is 82-4490879.
- How much revenue does Cityserve Network report?
- Cityserve Network reported $13,378,764 in total revenue on its fiscal year 2024 IRS Form 990 filing.
- How much of Cityserve Network's spending goes to programs?
- Cityserve Network spends about 43% of its total expenses on programs, based on its latest IRS Form 990.
- What financial grade does Cityserve Network have?
- CharityIndex grades Cityserve Network C, based on program efficiency and fundraising cost.
- How much does Cityserve Network's highest-paid employee make?
- The highest reported compensation on Cityserve Network's latest Form 990 is $45,000, paid to Karl Hargestam (Executive Director).
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Data for Cityserve Network (EIN 82-4490879) comes from the IRS Business Master File and e-filed Form 990 returns, via CharityIndex. Figures reflect what the organization reported to the IRS for each fiscal year.