Robert F Kennedy Center For Justice And Human Rights
- Assets
- $43.5m
- Revenue
- $11.6m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 65
- Location
- Washington, DC
- Founding
- 10/1968
- Data as of
- 12/2023
- EIN
- 13-2522784
Organization Overview
Robert F Kennedy Center For Justice And Human Rights, operating under the name Robert F Kennedy Human Rights, is located in Washington, DC. The organization was established in 1968. According to its NTEE Classification (Z99) the organization is classified as: Unknown, under the broad grouping of Unknown and related organizations. As of 12/2023, Robert F Kennedy Human Rights employed 65 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Robert F Kennedy Human Rights 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, Robert F Kennedy Human Rights generated $11.6m in total revenue. The organization has seen a slow decline revenue. Over the past 9 years, revenues have fallen by an average of (0.8%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $14.2m during the year ending 12/2023. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Since 2018, Robert F Kennedy Human Rights has awarded 41 individual grants totaling $1,225,542. 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
ADVANCE RESPECT FOR HUMAN RIGHTS AND SOCIAL JUSTICE, PROMOTE INDIVIDUAL ACTION.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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INTERNATIONAL ADVOCACY & LITIGATION (FORMERLY PARTNERS FOR HUMAN RIGHTS): THE ROBERT F. KENNEDY PARTNERS FOR HUMAN RIGHTS (RFK PHR) IS THE ORGANIZATION'S ADVOCACY AND LITIGATION ARM. RFK PHR LEVERAGES PROFESSIONAL HUMAN RIGHTS STAFF, BOARD AND LEADERSHIP COUNCIL, AND THEIR NETWORKS TO ADVOCATE FOR THE CHANGE SOUGHT BY THE ORGANIZATION'S PARTNER ACTIVISTS ON THE GROUND; THESE INCLUDE HOLDING GOVERNMENTS ACCOUNTABLE AND CHANGING POLICIES AND ACTIONS OF GOVERNMENTS, INTERGOVERNMENTAL ORGANIZATIONS, AND CORPORATIONS TO BUILD A MORE JUST AND PEACEFUL WORLD. RFK PHR USES CUTTING EDGE METHODS AND INNOVATIVE TOOLS INCLUDING LITIGATION, ADVOCACY, CAPACITY-BUILDING, DATA COLLECTION, AND DOCUMENTING AND REPORTING ABUSES, AS WELL AS LAUNCHING AWARENESS AND EDUCATION CAMPAIGNS AIMED AT ACHIEVING SOCIAL JUSTICE GOALS. THE PARTNERSHIP MODEL REPRESENTS AN EFFECTIVE, SUSTAINABLE METHOD FOR SUPPORTING HUMAN RIGHTS. OUR PROGRAM WORKS BOTH DOMESTICALLY AND ABROAD. OUR DOMESTIC WORK AIMS AT USING PUBLIC POLICY CHANGE, ADVOCACY, AND INNOVATIVE TECHNIQUES TO PUT LASTING LEGAL CHANGE IN PLACE FOR COMPLEX SOCIETAL ISSUES. OUR DOMESTIC WORK HAS BEEN AIMED AT REDUCING THE POPULATION OF INDIVIDUALS' INCARCERATED PRE-TRIAL. THROUGH CAMPAIGNS, ADVOCACY, AND STRATEGIC LITIGATION WE HELP DECREASE THE SYSTEMIC RELIANCE ON MONEY BAIL AND POSITIVELY IMPACT THE CRIMINALIZATION OF POVERTY IN THE UNITED STATES.
RFK COMPASS PROGRAM: RFK COMPASS PROGRAM HOSTS ANNUAL CONFERENCES DESIGNED TO HELP INVESTMENT OFFICERS AND TRUSTEES OF PUBLIC AND CORPORATE PENSION FUNDS, ENDOWMENTS, SOVEREIGN WEALTH FUNDS AND NOTABLE FAMILY OFFICES TO FULFILL THEIR FIDICIARY DUTIES AND MEET THE CHALLENGES OF INVESTING TODAY. THE PROGRAM WAS LAUNCHED IN 2010 TO BRING TOGETHER THESE INVESTMENT PROFESSIONALS TO DISCUSS THE EVOLVING ROLE OF LONG-TERM ASSET OWNERSHIP AND WAYS TO DELIVER SUPERIOR RISK-ADJUSTED RETURNS WITH CONSIDERATIONS FOR HUMAN AND LABOR RIGHTS, CORPORATE GOVERNANCE, AND ENVIRONMENTAL AND SOCIETAL RESPONSIBLITY AS CRUCIAL ELEMENTS OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT. RFK COMPASS DISTINGUISHES ITSELF FROM OTHER INVESTMENT CONFERENCES BY HOSTING INVITATION-ONLY, MEDIA FREE GATHERINGS THAT ALLOW FOR DIRECT ENGAGEMENT WITH PEERS, TOP MANAGERS, POLICY MAKERS AND THOUGHT LEADERS.
THE COMMUNICATION DEPARTMENT PRODUCES ORGANIZATIONAL LITERATURE SUCH AS BROCHURES, REPORTS, INFORMATION KITS, ETC. FOR THE ORGANIZATION IN GENERAL, AND FOR SPECIFIC PROGRAMS IN PARTICULAR THAT CAN BE USED FOR OUTREACH TO NEW AND EXISTING CONSTITUENCIES, DEVELOPMENT PURPOSES, AND MEDIA OUTREACH AND EDUCATION.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Kerry Kennedy President Of Rfkhr | OfficerTrustee | 37.5 | $585,594 |
Ethel Kennedy Board - Founder | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Frank A Baker Board - Chair | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Terry Mazany Board - Vice Chair | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Anthony Williams Board - Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Elisa Massimino Board - Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Taylormade Experience Llc Event Consultant | 12/30/23 | $396,002 |
Dawn Ross International Services | 12/30/23 | $135,463 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $4,130,512 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $0 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $7,034,874 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $140,488 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $11,165,386 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $31,445 |
| Investment income | $387,253 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | -$19,723 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $63,789 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $11,628,230 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $39,813 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $46,913 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $267,437 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $1,585,702 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $551,228 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $3,602,664 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $209,650 |
| Other employee benefits | $1,558,212 |
| Payroll taxes | $350,400 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $18,031 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $94,061 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $104,240 |
| Fees for services: Other | $2,038,217 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $208,384 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $4,378 |
| Travel | $702,671 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $1,207,879 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $188,500 |
| Insurance | $0 |
| All other expenses | $488,825 |
| Total functional expenses | $14,178,396 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $2,732,316 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $1,185,571 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $2,603,726 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $75,000 |
| 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 | $217,519 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $322,471 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $12,624,986 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $23,785,738 |
| Total assets | $43,547,327 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $973,466 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $11,893 |
| 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 | $5,995,522 |
| Total liabilities | $6,980,881 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $7,425,752 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $29,140,694 |
| 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 | $43,547,327 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Robert F Kennedy Center For Justice And Human Rights has awarded $95,000 in support to 3 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
JUST CITY INC PURPOSE: GRANT ASSISTANCE | $25,000 |
THOMSON REUTERS FOUNDATION PURPOSE: SUPPORT | $45,000 |
RFK COMMUNITY ALLIANCE PURPOSE: SUPPORT | $25,000 |