American Civil Liberties Union is located in Boston, MA. The organization was established in 1982. According to its NTEE Classification (R60) the organization is classified as: Civil Liberties, under the broad grouping of Civil Rights, Social Action & Advocacy and related organizations. As of 03/2024, American Civil Liberties Union employed 34 individuals. This organization is a subordinate organization within an affiliated group for tax-exemption purposes. American Civil Liberties Union is a 501(c)(4) and as such, is described as a "Civic League, Social Welfare Organization, and Local Association of Employees" by the IRS.
For the year ending 03/2024, American Civil Liberties Union generated $2.7m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 9 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 20.6% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $2.5m during the year ending 03/2024. While expenses have increased by 17.2% per year over the past 9 years. They've been increasing with an increasing level of total revenue. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2024
Describe the Organization's Mission:
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ACLU OF MA WAS ESTABLISHED TO DEFEND FREEDOMS GUARANTEED IN THE CONSTITUTION AND BILL OF RIGHTS THROUGH PUBLIC EDUCATION AND LEGISLATION.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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ACLU OF MA WAS ESTABLISHED TO DEFEND FREEDOMS GUARANTEED IN THE CONSTITUTION AND BILL OF RIGHTS THROUGH PUBLIC EDUCATION AND LEGISLATION.-THE ACLU OF MA HAD OVER 2,800 CONVERSATIONS WITH VOTERS IN CITIES AND TOWNS WITH LARGE AND GROWING COMMUNITIES OF COLOR TO HIGHLIGHT LOCAL ELECTIONS AND TURN OUT THE VOTE.-THE ACLU OF MA HELPED PASS A HISTORIC BILL ALLOWING ALL QUALIFIED DRIVERS TO APPLY FOR A LICENSE, REGARDLESS OF IMMIGRATION STATUS. THE ACLU ALSO HELPED LEAD IMPLEMENTATION OF THE LAW, INCLUDING BY ADVOCATING FOR EFFECTIVE PRIVACY REGULATIONS AND HOSTING STUDY GROUPS REACHING OVER 3,000 COMMUNITY MEMBERS.
Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
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David Bowman President | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Stephen Hall Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 0.5 | $0 |
Nikolas Bowie Clerk | OfficerTrustee | 0.5 | $0 |
Alexandra Pineros Shields Director | Trustee | 0.5 | $0 |
Angela Gomes Director | Trustee | 0.5 | $0 |
Annmarie Levins Director (to 6/23) | Trustee | 0.5 | $0 |
Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
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Arline Issacson Consultant | 3/30/20 | $120,000 |
Field First Llc Consulting | 3/30/20 | $140,370 |
Statement of Revenue | |
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Federated campaigns | $0 |
Membership dues | $0 |
Fundraising events | $0 |
Related organizations | $44,000 |
Government grants | $0 |
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $249,425 |
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $293,425 |
Total Program Service Revenue | $1,960,786 |
Investment income | $448,633 |
Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
Royalties | $0 |
Net Rental Income | $0 |
Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $83 |
Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
Total Revenue | $2,702,927 |
Statement of Expenses | |
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Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $120,000 |
Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $0 |
Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
Other salaries and wages | $0 |
Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
Other employee benefits | $0 |
Payroll taxes | $0 |
Fees for services: Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Legal | $2,842 |
Fees for services: Accounting | $20,750 |
Fees for services: Lobbying | $120,000 |
Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
Fees for services: Investment Management | $26,669 |
Fees for services: Other | $138,218 |
Advertising and promotion | $0 |
Office expenses | $43,112 |
Information technology | $20,471 |
Royalties | $0 |
Occupancy | $223,331 |
Travel | $8,559 |
Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 |
Interest | $0 |
Payments to affiliates | $0 |
Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $1,003 |
Insurance | $5,776 |
All other expenses | $0 |
Total functional expenses | $2,515,779 |
Balance Sheet | |
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Cash—non-interest-bearing | $2,244,221 |
Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
Accounts receivable, net | $0 |
Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
Inventories for sale or use | $0 |
Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $69,830 |
Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $8,191 |
Investments—publicly traded securities | $13,702,717 |
Investments—other securities | $0 |
Investments—program-related | $0 |
Intangible assets | $0 |
Other assets | $6,547,207 |
Total assets | $22,572,166 |
Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $159,144 |
Grants payable | $0 |
Deferred revenue | $0 |
Tax-exempt bond liabilities | $0 |
Escrow or custodial account liability | $0 |
Loans and other payables to any current Officer, Director, or Controlling Person | $0 |
Secured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
Other liabilities | $6,898,005 |
Total liabilities | $7,057,149 |
Net assets without donor restrictions | $15,450,115 |
Net assets with donor restrictions | $64,902 |
Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds | $0 |
Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, building, or equipment fund | $0 |
Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds | $0 |
Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $22,572,166 |
Over the last fiscal year, American Civil Liberties Union has awarded $120,000 in support to 2 organizations.
Grant Recipient | Amount |
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RIZE MASSACHUSETTS FOUNDATION PURPOSE: WORK OF THE MA4OPC COALITION | $20,000 |
OHIOANS UNITED FOR REPRODUCTIVE RIGHTS PURPOSE: REPRODUCTIVE RIGHTS | $100,000 |