Grassroots International Inc
- Assets
- $26.6m
- Revenue
- $13.2m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 27
- Location
- Boston, MA
- Founding
- 10/1983
- Data as of
- 10/2023
- EIN
- 04-2791159
Organization Overview
Grassroots International Inc is located in Boston, MA. The organization was established in 1983. According to its NTEE Classification (Q33) the organization is classified as: International Relief, under the broad grouping of International, Foreign Affairs & National Security and related organizations. As of 10/2023, Grassroots International Inc employed 27 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Grassroots International Inc is a 501(c)(3) and as such, is described as a "Charitable or Religous organization or a private foundation" by the IRS.
For the year ending 10/2023, Grassroots International Inc generated $13.2m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 8 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 23.8% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $12.3m during the year ending 10/2023. While expenses have increased by 22.8% per year over the past 8 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.
Since 2015, Grassroots International Inc has awarded 239 individual grants totaling $11,755,049. If you would like to learn more about the grant giving history of this organization, scroll down to the grant profile section of this page.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
TO CONNECT PEOPLE IN THE U.S. WITH GLOBAL MOVEMENTS THAT DEFEND LAND, TERRITORY, WATER, FOOD, SEEDS AND THE EARTH. TOGETHER WE ADDRESS THE ROOT CAUSES OF INJUSTICE AND OPPRESSION, AND BUILD ALTERNATIVES THAT NUTURE HUMAN RIGHTS, ECOLOGICAL JUSTICE, AND LIBERATION. WE DO THIS THROUGH GRANTMAKING, SOCIAL ACTION, AND PHILANTHROPIC LEADERSHIP.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
HUMANITARIAN/SOCIAL JUSTICE - GRASSROOTS INTERNATIONAL SUPPORTS HANDS-ON SOLUTIONS TO SOME OF THE MOST PRESSING CHALLENGES WE FACE: HUNGER, VIOLATIONS OF HUMAN RIGHTS, CLIMATE CHANGE AND ECONOMIC DISPARITY. THROUGH A COMBINATION OF STRATEGIC GRANTMAKING, ADVOCACY AND SUPPORT FOR LEARNING EXCHANGES, GRASSROOTS INTERNATIONAL SUPPORTS PROJECTS FOR DEMOCRATIC SOCIAL CHANGE; HUMAN RIGHTS TO LAND, WATER AND FOOD; AND ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE.
EDUCATION - SPONSORS EDUCATION PROGRAMS, EVENTS AND PUBLICATIONS RELATED TO OVERSEAS GRANTS PROGRAM DESIGNED TO INCREASE AWARENESS AND INVOLVEMENT IN THESE PROGRAMS BY NORTH AMERICANS.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Maria Aguiar President And Chair | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Kalila Barnett Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Hendrix Berry Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Bridget Brehen Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Grace Goldtooth Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Sam Jacobs Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $71 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $59,522 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $0 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $12,174,304 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $454,987 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $12,233,897 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $80,600 |
| Investment income | $1,064,829 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | -$137,924 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | -$42,774 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $13,199,695 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $1,484,537 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $7,140,778 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $472,400 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $138,097 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $1,596,874 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $78,182 |
| Other employee benefits | $319,738 |
| Payroll taxes | $179,633 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $5,692 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $16,150 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $32,351 |
| Fees for services: Other | $0 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $104,387 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $79,940 |
| Travel | $223,694 |
| 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 | $19,728 |
| Insurance | $8,372 |
| All other expenses | $459,784 |
| Total functional expenses | $12,259,338 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $921,682 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $19,702,934 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $952,632 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $5,492 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $2,200 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $0 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $42,702 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $39,728 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $4,863,681 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $4,216 |
| Other assets | $60,785 |
| Total assets | $26,596,052 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $294,739 |
| Grants payable | $2,562,000 |
| Deferred revenue | $20,950 |
| 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 | $60,785 |
| Total liabilities | $2,938,474 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $22,397,987 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $1,259,591 |
| 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 | $26,596,052 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Grassroots International Inc has awarded $1,536,000 in support to 24 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
APOYO LEGAL AL EMPRENDIMIENTO COMUNITARIO PURPOSE: FOOD SECURITY | $242,500 |
AGITARTE PURPOSE: ARTS | $20,000 |
AYUDA LEGAL PUERTO RICO PURPOSE: CLIMATE JUSTICE | $20,000 |
COLECTIVO IL PURPOSE: AFRODESCENDENT INCLUSION | $30,000 |
COMEDORES SOCIALES DE PUERTO RICO PURPOSE: AGRICULTURE | $71,000 |
COORDINADORA PAZ PARA LAS MUJERES PURPOSE: WOMEN'S RIGHTS | $247,500 |