American Association For Public Opinion Research
- Assets
- $2.0m
- Revenue
- $1.1m
- Investments
- $1.8m
- Employees
- 4
- Location
- Alexandria, VA
- Founding
- 09/1964
- Data as of
- 12/2021
- EIN
- 13-6163548
Organization Overview
American Association For Public Opinion Research is located in Alexandria, VA. The organization was established in 1964. 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 12/2021, American Association For Public Opinion Research employed 4 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. American Association For Public Opinion Research 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 12/2021, American Association For Public Opinion Research generated $1.1m in total revenue. This represents a relatively dramatic decline in revenue. Over the past 7 years, the organization has seen revenues fall by an average of (5.2%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $1.1m during the year ending 12/2021. As we would expect to see with falling revenues, expenses have declined by (4.0%) per year over the past 7 years. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Form
990T
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990T Filing
TAX YEAR
2021
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
AAPOR IS A PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATION DEDICATED TO ADVANCING THE SCIENCE AND PRACTICE OF SURVEY & OPINION RESEARCH TO GIVE PEOPLE A VOICE IN THE DECISIONS THAT AFFECT THEIR DAILY LIVES. AAPOR STRIVES TO: 1) EDUCATE POLICY MAKERS AND THE PUBLIC AT LARGE TO HELP THEM MAKE BETTER USE OF SURVEYS AND SURVEY FINDINGS; 2) EDUCATE PRACTITIONERS ON NEW DEVELOPMENTS AFFECTING THIS FIELD; 3) ADVOCATE THE HIGHEST STANDARDS OF ETHICAL CONDUCT FOR SURVEY AND OPINION RESEARCH; 4) ENCOURAGE AND DISSEMINATE RESEARCH AND INNOVATIONS THAT IMPROVE METHODS; 5) ENCOURAGE AND DISSEMINATE SYSTEMATIC ANALYSIS OF PUBLIC OPINION ON THE MAJOR ISSUES OF THE DAY; 6) PROMOTE BEST PRACTICES IN COLLECTING, ANALYZING AND INTERPRETING SURVEY DATA; 7) PROVIDE OPPORTUNITIES FOR OUR MEMBERS TO EXCHANGE VIEWS.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
CONFERENCES AND ANNUAL MEETING, WHICH STIMULATES RESERACH AND STUDY IN THE FIELD OF PUBLIC OPINION AND SOCIAL BEHAVIOR; AND, ALSO TO FACILITATE THE DISSEMINATION OF RESEARCH METHODS, TECHNIQUES AND FINDINGS. THE IN-PERSON ANNUAL MEETING WAS CANCELLED FOR 2021 DUE TO THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC.
AAPOR PRODUCES RESOURCES ON A RANGE OF SURVEY AND POLLING ISSUES, INCLUDING AN ONLINE JOURNAL. TWO PEER-REVIEWED JOURNALS, THE WEBSITE, AND OTHER ONLINE MATERIALS ARE FOR USE BY PUBLIC OPINION RESEARCH PROFESSIONALS AND THE GENERAL PUBLIC.THE PUBLIC OPINION QUARTERLY (POQ) IS A PEER-REVIEWED, SCHOLARLY JOURNAL PUBLISHED BY OXFORD UNIVERSITY PRESS. MEMBERS IN ALL MEMBERSHIP CLASSES OTHER THAN JOINT AND HONORARY MEMBERSHIP RECEIVE AN ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION AS PART OF PAYING DUES. POQ IS PUBLISHED FOUR TIMES EACH YEAR WITH A 5TH SPECIAL ISSUE PUBLISHED AT THE DISCRETION OF THE EDITORS.
AAPOR OFFERS WEBINARS THAT INCLUDE EXCEPTIONAL LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES FROM THE MOST RESPECTED LEADERS IN PUBLIC OPINION AND SURVEY RESEARCH.
AAPOR PRESENTS VARIOUS AWARDS AT ITS ANNUAL MEETING. AWARDEES ARE DETERMINED BY SUBCOMMITTEES APPOINTED SPECIFICALLY TO REVIEW AND SELECT THE AWARDEES. CERTAIN AWARDEES RECEIVE REIMBURSEMENT FOR LIMITED EXPENSES INCURRED TO ATTEND THE ANNUAL MEETING.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Tristanne Staudt Executive Director | Trustee | 40 | $38,827 |
Gretchen Mchenry Secretary/treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 5 | $0 |
Paul Beatty Vice President | OfficerTrustee | 5 | $0 |
Patricia Moy President | OfficerTrustee | 10 | $0 |
Dan Merkle Past President | OfficerTrustee | 5 | $0 |
Marjorie Connelly Associate Standards Chair | Trustee | 3 | $0 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Sheraton Centre Hotel Annual Meeting | 12/30/19 | $307,083 |
On Services Annual Meeting | 12/30/19 | $145,599 |
Kellen Company Management Services & Tech Access Fees | 12/30/19 | $596,655 |
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 | $105,946 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $105,946 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $895,802 |
| Investment income | $37,786 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $27,057 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $1,084,998 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $0 |
| 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. | $40,667 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $16,284 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $7,983 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $0 |
| Payroll taxes | $7,470 |
| Fees for services: Management | $586,368 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $18,238 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $9,400 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $5,573 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $15,565 |
| Information technology | $16,715 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $0 |
| Travel | $0 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $138,420 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $0 |
| Insurance | $2,505 |
| All other expenses | $17,480 |
| Total functional expenses | $1,080,301 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $68,354 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $47,907 |
| 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 | $16,074 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $0 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $1,826,424 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $1,958,759 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $86,860 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $127,965 |
| 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 | $16,278 |
| Total liabilities | $231,103 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $1,423,845 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $303,811 |
| 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 | $1,958,759 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 1 grants that American Association For Public Opinion Research has recieved totaling $10,000.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund Boston, MA PURPOSE: For grant recipient's exempt purposes | $10,000 |
Endowment Analysis
| Beg. Balance | $386,852 |
| Earnings | $25,910 |
| Other Expense | $628 |
| Ending Balance | $412,134 |
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