The Humane League
- Assets
- $19.7m
- Revenue
- $18.5m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 114
- Location
- Rockville, MD
- Founding
- 08/2006
- Data as of
- 12/2023
- EIN
- 04-3817491
Organization Overview
The Humane League is located in Rockville, MD. The organization was established in 2006. According to its NTEE Classification (D20) the organization is classified as: Animal Protection & Welfare, under the broad grouping of Animal-Related and related organizations. As of 12/2023, Humane League employed 114 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Humane League 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 12/2023, Humane League generated $18.5m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 9 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 33.9% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $19.5m during the year ending 12/2023. While expenses have increased by 40.4% 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
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
END THE ABUSE OF ANIMALS RAISED FOR FOOD THROUGH INSTITUTIONAL & INDIVIDUAL CHANGE.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
IN 2023, THE HUMANE LEAGUE CONTINUED ITS COMMITMENT TO FIXING OUR BROKEN FOOD SYSTEM, FREEING ANIMALS FROM CAGES, AND ENDING THE CRUELEST PRACTICES ON FACTORY FARMS. SECURING COMMITMENTS TO CHANGE THE WORLD FOR CHICKENSTHL'S RESEARCHERS, CAMPAIGNERS, ORGANIZERS, AND NEGOTIATORS ENGAGED CORPORATE EXECUTIVES IN DIALOGUE, LAUNCHED HIGH-PROFILE PUBLIC PRESSURE CAMPAIGNS, AND PERSUADED COMPANIES TO ELIMINATE THE WORST ABUSES FROM THEIR SUPPLY CHAINS. THIS YEAR, THE HUMANE LEAGUE SECURED 7 NEW COMMITMENTS FROM COMPANIES TO ELIMINATE CAGES FOR EGG-LAYING HENS AND THE OPEN WING ALLIANCE SECURED 89 NEW CAGE-FREE COMMITMENTS. THE OPEN WING ALLIANCE ALSO SECURED 44 NEW COMMITMENTS TO CHANGE THE CRUEL PRACTICES ENDURED BY BROILER CHICKENS THAT ARE RAISED FOR MEAT. CONTINUING TO HOLD CORPORATIONS ACCOUNTABLE IN 2023, THE HUMANE LEAGUE PUSHED 62 CORPORATE TARGETS TO MAKE MEANINGFUL PROGRESS ON THEIR CAGE-FREE COMMITMENTS, INCLUDING QUIZNOS, BARNES AND NOBLE, GIANT EAGLE, AND PANDA EXPRESS THAT ARE REPORTING PROGRESS ON THEIR RESPECTIVE COMMITMENTS TO STOP SOURCING EGGS FROM CAGED HENS. YUM! BRANDS, THE WORLD'S LARGEST FAST FOOD CHAIN, REPORTED THAT 90% OF ITS EGG VOLUME FOR 25,000 LOCATIONS ARE NOW CAGE-FREE, AND THEY'RE ON TRACK TO MEET THEIR 2030 COMMITMENT IN ALL MARKETS.THE OPEN WING ALLIANCE RELEASED ITS CAGE-FREE FULFILLMENT REPORT FOR 2023, WHICH FOUND THAT 89% OF ALL CAGE-FREE EGG COMMITMENTS WITH DEADLINES OF 2022 OR EARLIER HAVE BEEN FULFILLED. BUILDING OUR MOVEMENTOUR ANIMAL PROTECTION MOVEMENT IS EXPANDING GLOBALLY VIA THE OPEN WING ALLIANCE (OWA), WHICH HAS GROWN TO A COALITION OF 90+ MEMBER ORGANIZATIONS IN 70 COUNTRIES. THE OWA AWARDED $2.35M IN GRANTS TO FUND THE WORK OF 39 MEMBER ORGANIZATIONS IN THEIR INSTITUTIONAL CAGE-FREE AND BROILER WELFARE CAMPAIGN WORK AROUND THE WORLD IN 2023. OUR ANIMAL POLICY ALLIANCE, A STRATEGIC ALLIANCE OF ORGANIZATIONS IN THE US, ENGAGED 15 ORGANIZATIONS THAT ARE ACTIVELY DRIVING LEGISLATIVE CHANGE FOR ANIMALS IN THEIR RESPECTIVE COMMUNITIES OR REGIONS.THL'S CADRE OF CHANGEMAKERS, AN EXTENSIVE NETWORK OF 172 GRASSROOTS ACTIVISTS ACROSS THE US, TOOK 3,020 GRASSROOTS ACTIONS AND 12,620 DIGITAL ACTIONS DEMANDING CHANGE FOR ANIMALS IN 2023.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Shannon Campion Chair | OfficerTrustee | 5 | $0 |
Alicia Rodriguez Vice Chair | OfficerTrustee | 5 | $0 |
Jacob Eliosoff Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 5 | $0 |
Yaqi Grover Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 5 | $0 |
Mark Middleton Director | Trustee | 5 | $0 |
Neysa Colizzi Director | Trustee | 5 | $0 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Mal Warwick Donordigital Professional Fundraising | 12/30/23 | $472,775 |
Rbc Wealth Management Investment Management | 12/30/23 | $119,582 |
Neutral Attorney Investigations Legal Services | 12/30/23 | $110,100 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $0 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $17,710,028 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $412,802 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $17,710,028 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $446,184 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $332,298 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | -$9,122 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $18,482,492 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $11,500 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $847 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $3,792,769 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $391,043 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $342,898 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $9,335,778 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $272,615 |
| Other employee benefits | $1,496,315 |
| Payroll taxes | $767,726 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $306,412 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $93,429 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $472,775 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $119,582 |
| Fees for services: Other | $491,166 |
| Advertising and promotion | $401,399 |
| Office expenses | $199,462 |
| Information technology | $436,717 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $7,687 |
| Travel | $307,207 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $423,783 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $0 |
| Insurance | $38,992 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $19,538,449 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $1,750,678 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $279,850 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $942,078 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $9,363 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $23,387 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $323,027 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $0 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $16,146,163 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $40 |
| Other assets | $198,128 |
| Total assets | $19,672,714 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $1,172,458 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Total liabilities | $1,172,458 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $17,113,638 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $1,386,618 |
| 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 | $19,672,714 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, The Humane League has awarded $11,500 in support to 2 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
PROVEG INTERNATIONAL PURPOSE: OPERATION SUPPORT IN FURTHERANCE OF CORPORATE CAGE FREE CAMPAIGN WORK | $6,000 |
COMMITTEE OF CONSCIOUSNESS PURPOSE: OPERATION SUPPORT IN FURTHERANCE OF CORPORATE CAGE FREE CAMPAIGN WORK | $5,500 |