Entertainment Software Association
- Assets
- $48.1m
- Revenue
- $38.6m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 97
- Location
- Washington, DC
- Founding
- 11/1995
- Data as of
- 03/2023
- EIN
- 13-3768378
Organization Overview
Entertainment Software Association is located in Washington, DC. The organization was established in 1995. According to its NTEE Classification (S41) the organization is classified as: Chambers of Commerce & Business Leagues, under the broad grouping of Community Improvement & Capacity Building and related organizations. As of 03/2023, Entertainment Software Association employed 97 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Entertainment Software Association is a 501(c)(6) and as such, is described as a "Business League, Chambers of Commerce, or Real Estate Board" by the IRS.
For the year ending 03/2023, Entertainment Software Association generated $38.6m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 8 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 0.5% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $33.4m during the year ending 03/2023. 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
THE ENTERTAINMENT SOFTWARE ASSOCIATION SERVES AS THE VOICE AND ADVOCATE FOR THE VIDEO GAME INDUSTRY. OUR MISSION IS TO EXPAND AND PROTECT THE DYNAMIC WORLDWIDE MARKETPLACE FOR VIDEO GAMES AND TO ENHANCE PUBLIC TRUST IN THE INDUSTRY.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
LEGAL, LEGISLATIVE, AND PUBLIC AFFAIRS - ADVOCATES FOR THE FIRST AMENDMENT AND COMMERCIAL INTERESTS OF THE VIDEO GAME INDUSTRY BEFORE STATE AND FEDERAL POLICYMAKERS AND THE COURTS. SERVES AS THE SOLE PUBLIC RELATIONS INTERFACE BETWEEN THE VIDEO GAME INDUSTRY AND THE MEDIA TO INFORM THE PUBLIC OF THE CIVIC, ECONOMIC, TECHNICAL, EDUCATIONAL, AND ENTERTAINMENT VALUE OF THE VIDEO GAME INDUSTRY.
ADVERTISING REVIEW COUNCIL - ENSURES THAT ADVERTISING FOR INTERACTIVE ENTERTAINMENT SOFTWARE IS APPROPRIATE, RESPONSIBLE, TRUTHFUL, AND ACCURATE, PARTICULARLY WITH RESPECT TO CONTENT RATINGS.
RATINGS AND CERTIFICATION PROGRAMS (ESRB & IARC) - ADMINISTERS AN INTERNATIONAL AGE AND CONTENT RATING SYSTEM THAT APPLIES TO INTERACTIVE ENTERTAINMENT SOFTWARE ACROSS A VARIETY OF PLATFORMS AND DEVICES, PROVIDING RELIABLE GUIDANCE TO PARENTS AND CONSUMERS. ADMINISTERS A PRIVACY SEAL CERTIFICATION PROGRAM DESIGNED TO PROTECT CHILDREN'S ONLINE PRIVACY ON VIDEO GAME COMPANY WEBSITES.
INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY PROTECTION AND SECURITY - PROTECTS INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS OF MEMBER COMPANIES BY ESTABLISHING A NUMBER OF ENFORCEMENT PROGRAMS AIMED AT COMBATING INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY INFRINGEMENTS.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Stanley Pierre-Louis President & CEO | Officer | 40 | $1,566,177 |
Patricia Vance President - Esrb | Officer | 40 | $1,046,021 |
Gina Vetere SVP & General Counsel | Officer | 40 | $673,970 |
Michael O'leary Svp, Federal Government Affairs | 40 | $599,169 | |
Ana Molina CFO | Officer | 40 | $474,537 |
Tara Ryan Vp, State Government Affairs | 40 | $372,986 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Opsec Online Llc Web Monitoring | 3/30/23 | $626,011 |
Curley Company Outsourced Public Relations | 3/30/23 | $852,556 |
Covington & Burling Llp Legal Counseling | 3/30/23 | $236,174 |
Optimal Networks It Support | 3/30/23 | $223,105 |
Sweeney Consulting Global Policy Coordination | 3/30/23 | $204,683 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $1,480,489 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $0 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $1,480,489 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $36,183,356 |
| Investment income | $1,025,176 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $470,398 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | -$571,012 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $38,588,407 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $308,738 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $350,278 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $3,874,671 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $10,180,057 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $592,373 |
| Other employee benefits | $1,018,703 |
| Payroll taxes | $858,423 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $301,792 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $48,921 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $2,811,881 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $98,506 |
| Fees for services: Other | $0 |
| Advertising and promotion | $442,848 |
| Office expenses | $442,414 |
| Information technology | $784,837 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $1,917,000 |
| Travel | $274,195 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $76,402 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $580,995 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $455,312 |
| Insurance | $122,247 |
| All other expenses | $1,018,914 |
| Total functional expenses | $33,358,333 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $1,500 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $13,730,824 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $2,859,681 |
| 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 | $273,160 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $1,508,854 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $21,987,259 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $7,732,642 |
| Total assets | $48,093,920 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $5,263,606 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $1,150,802 |
| 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 | $9,772,202 |
| Total liabilities | $16,186,610 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $31,907,310 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $0 |
| 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 | $48,093,920 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Entertainment Software Association has awarded $230,000 in support to 3 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
GAMES FOR CHANGE PURPOSE: SPONSOR GAMES FOR CHANGE FESTIVAL | $65,000 |
CONGRESSIONAL BLACK CAUCUS FOUNDATION PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $150,000 |
TAKE THIS INC PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $15,000 |