named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Live Studio Programming
Enables community producers to request live broadcasts from MNN studios, subject to technical feasibility and approval by MNN’s Production Department.
Media Production Facilities Access
Provides community members with reservation-based access to studios, editing stations, and production equipment at MNN’s 38th Street and El Barrio Firehouse locations for creating broadcast-ready content.
New Member Orientation
Required orientation session for individuals seeking Community Membership, which grants eligibility to reserve production facilities and submit programming for broadcast on MNN channels.
Public Access Channels (MNN 1-5)
Five public access cable channels that broadcast community-produced programming, prioritizing content from Manhattan residents and organizations, with scheduling managed by MNN’s Programming Department.
activities · 4 groups
What they do
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Community and Public Broadcasting Services 3 activities
- Amplify local programming through national and global distributionDistributes original local programming to over 20 million households nationally and globally via livestreaming and coordinated media campaigns. Supports distribution of completed storytelling projects across multiple platforms.
- Operate public access television and media production facilitiesProvides free access to production studios, editing suites, broadcast channels, and media production equipment for community members to create and distribute content. Operates two production centers in Manhattan equipped with professional studios, soundproofing, 4K cameras, control rooms, virtual scenery technology, and screening rooms.
- Support community content creation and distributionProvides access to five public access television channels for program distribution without prescreening, accepts public media submissions, and schedules new series within two weeks and single episodes within one week of application. Offers a three-month production window and requires content permissions from producers prior to broadcast.
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Youth & Emerging Filmmaker Training 2 activities
- Expand media career access through MediaMKRS programOperates the MediaMKRS program in partnership with the NYC Mayor’s Office of Media and Entertainment and CUNY to increase awareness and access to media and entertainment careers for marginalized communities, with expansion to U.S. cities and Canada.
- Provide community media training and orientation programsOffers monthly orientation sessions, hands-on training, and ongoing learning opportunities in media production for Manhattan residents, artists, and community members. Includes virtual training in data interpretation and narrative development.
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Paid Internships in Media & Publishing 1 activity
- Administer media residency and fellowship programsRuns a six-month hybrid residency for data-driven leaders and a ten-week paid fellowship program providing hands-on experience in live-event and on-air production. Includes stipends, mentorship, peer networking, and access to production facilities. Offers $5,000 project awards to selected artists and fellows.
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Emerging Filmmaker Support Programs 1 activity
- Deliver high-value media access and services to the communityProvides over $92 million in annual value through access to media production resources, training, and distribution platforms for more than 500 producers and 5,000 productions annually.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$6.46M
Contributions & grants$5.12M79%
Program service revenue$18K0%
Investment income$1.32M20%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$8.62M
Program expenses79%
Admin / overhead15%
Fundraising6%
Salaries & benefits$3.98M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$52.26M
Cash$2.80M
Investments$15.16M
Liabilities$16.43M
Net assets$35.83M
Liquid reserves25.0 mo
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +7.0%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 7
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| DANIEL COUGHLIN | PRESIDENT & CEO (thru 1/13/24) | 40 | $351K |
| JOSEPH W HALL | PRESIDENT AND CEO | 40 | $321K |
| ZENAIDA MENDEZ | DIR. MNN EL BARRIO FIREHOUSE | 40 | $230K |
| GREG SUTTON | MANAGING DIR OF ACCESS SERVICE | 40 | $226K |
| Saemus Rodriguez | Dir. of Technology Operations | 40 | $157K |
| Donal Daly | CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER | 40 | $156K |
| Svetlana Milis | Business Manager | 40 | $148K |
board members · 13
- Alaina Gilligo — DIRECTOR
- CHEY BLAKE — SECRETARY
- Cheryl Williams — DIRECTOR
- Cynthia Lopez — DIRECTOR
- DAMIAN BENDERS — CHAIR
- Eddie Silverio — DIRECTOR
- Jim Fenhagen — Vice-Chair
- KAVERY KAUL — TREASURER
- Peter Frank — DIRECTOR
- Rachel Chanoff — DIRECTOR
- Susan Margolin — DIRECTOR
- Terry Lawler — DIRECTOR
- William Gibbons — DIRECTOR
relationships · 10
Who they work with
- Amber Vanterpool Partner — Contact person for the Artist in Residency program
- City University of New York Partner — Partner in launching and supporting the MediaMKRS program.
- MNN Creative Community Network — Network of creative professionals and organizations with whom MNN collaborates to support fellow development through mentorship and peer engagement.
- MNN partner Partner — Collaborates with MNN partners to host events in The Open Space.
- Manhattan Community Access Corporation Network — Operating name Manhattan Neighborhood Network (MNN) is part of the Manhattan Community Access Corporation.
- Manhattan Neighborhood Network Network — Manhattan Community Access Corporation operates as Manhattan Neighborhood Network, a public access media organization.
- Manhattan Neighborhood Network Network — Manhattan Community Access Corporation operates under the name Manhattan Neighborhood Network (MNN)
- NYC Mayor’s Office of Media and Entertainment Partner — Partner in launching and supporting the MediaMKRS program.
- Nellie Mae Education Foundation Partner — Collaborates with MNN on the Data Stories Residency to support community-driven storytelling initiatives across New England.
- New York State Council on the Arts Partner — Partner supporting MNN's mission to broaden impact and deepen community support.
strategies · 3
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Equitable Access and Participation Designmethodology: equitable_access_schedulingBy locating production centers in accessible transit hubs and prioritizing scheduling access for new users and limited-run programs, we increase community participation, because physical and procedural accessibility ensures broader and more diverse engagement in media creation.
- Integrated Platform Model for Creative Career Sustainabilitymethodology: creative-career-sustainability-through-integrated-platformsBy combining media production, training, public presentation, and professional relationship-building into a unified platform, we support sustainable creative careers, because integrated ecosystems increase the likelihood of long-term success and workforce entry in media and entertainment.
- Open-Access Media Model for Community Empowermentmethodology: open-access_media_modelBy providing free and open access to media production and broadcasting resources, we enable community members to create and share media content, because removing barriers to entry fosters self-representation, civic engagement, and authentic storytelling.