Fidelis
- Assets
- $4.2m
- Revenue
- $9.4m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 23
- Location
- Madison, WI
- Founding
- 09/2005
- Data as of
- 12/2022
- EIN
- 20-2603413
Organization Overview
Fidelis is located in Madison, WI. The organization was established in 2005. According to its NTEE Classification (X22) the organization is classified as: Roman Catholic, under the broad grouping of Religion-Related and related organizations. As of 12/2022, Fidelis employed 23 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Fidelis is a 501(c)(4) and as such, is described as a "Civic League, Social Welfare Organization, and Local Association of Employees" by the IRS.
For the year ending 12/2022, Fidelis generated $9.4m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 8 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 21.0% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $8.0m during the year ending 12/2022. While expenses have increased by 17.7% 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.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2022
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
CATHOLIC GRASSROOTS EDUCATION AND CIVIC ACTION TO DEFEND LIFE, FAITH, AND FAMILY.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
FIDELIS IS A NATIONAL CATHOLIC ADVOCACY GROUP ORGANIZED TO EDUCATE AND INSPIRE EVERY CATHOLIC IN AMERICA TO LIVE OUT THEIR FAITH IN PUBLIC LIFE. FIDELIS CARRIES OUT THIS WORK PRINCIPALLY THROUGH A D/B/A "CATHOLICVOTE CIVIC ACTION OR CATHOLICVOTE.ORG" WHICH PROVIDES CATHOLIC CITIZENS AND CONCERNED AMERICANS CRITICAL NEWS, COMMENTARY, EDUCATIONAL AND ADVOCACY RESOURCES ON A RANGE OF PUBLIC POLICY QUESTIONS, INCLUDING THE FOUNDATIONAL ISSUES OF MARRIAGE, PARENTAL RIGHTS IN EDUCATION, RELIGIOUS LIBERTY, ECONOMIC JUSTICE, AND THE SANCTITY OF HUMAN LIFE FROM CONCEPTION TO NATURAL DEATH. DURING 2022, IN FURTHERANCE OF THIS MISSION, FIDELIS PROGRAMS INCLUDED OVER 2.3 MILLION POSTAL MAILINGS, 37.6 MILLION EMAIL MESSAGES, HUNDREDS OF VIDEOS AND SOCIAL MEDIA POSTS, ALONG WITH TELEVISION, INTERNET AND RADIO ADVERTISING WATCHED AND SHARED BY MILLIONS OF ENGAGED CITIZENS. DURING THE YEAR, CATHOLICVOTE SOUGHT TO HOLD PUBLIC OFFICIALS ACCOUNTABLE BY PRODUCING OP-EDS, GRASSROOTS ACTIVISM, WEB REPORTS, CANDIDATE SCORECARDS, AND PUBLIC ADVOCACY AIMED TO PROTECT THE INTEGRITY OF CATHOLIC SACRAMENTAL LIFE FROM PUBLIC OFFICIALS WHO CREATE DIVISION AND DISUNITY IN THE CHURCH.AS PERMITTED BY LAW, A SMALL PORTION OF OUR EXPENDITURES DURING THE YEAR INVOLVED DIRECT ADVOCACY FOR QUALIFIED CANDIDATES DURING THE 2022 MIDTERM ELECTIONS, CARRIED OUT THROUGH INDEPENDENT EXPENDITURES, NOT COORDINATED WITH ANY CANDIDATE OR CANDIDATE COMMITTEES. THESE INDEPENDENT EXPENDITURES INCLUDED TEXT MESSAGES, VOTER MOBILIZATION PHONE CALLS, AND DIGITAL ADS MARKETED TO CATHOLIC VOTERS ACROSS THE STATE.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Brian Burch President | OfficerTrustee | 25 | $222,170 |
Thomas M Dillon ESQ Board Member | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Ann Longon Board Member | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Patrick Gillen Board Member | Trustee | 5 | $0 |
John Sherman Chief Development Officer | 25 | $105,863 | |
Joshua Mercer Vice President, Programs | 25 | $82,500 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Majority Strategies Llc Program Advertising | 12/30/22 | $350,000 |
Tcn The Civic Network Llc Program Consulting | 12/30/22 | $396,543 |
Tim Heulskamp-th2 Strategies Inc Program Consulting | 12/30/22 | $215,000 |
Creative Response Concepts Public Relations Consulting | 12/30/22 | $381,380 |
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 | $9,346,922 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $9,346,922 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $0 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $9,356,285 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $700,000 |
| 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. | $114,029 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $28,507 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $840,818 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $19,447 |
| Other employee benefits | $39,314 |
| Payroll taxes | $72,194 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $12,915 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $29,965 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $3,952,301 |
| Advertising and promotion | $51,698 |
| Office expenses | $141,256 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $52,025 |
| Travel | $142,161 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $37,806 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $4,478 |
| Insurance | $13,642 |
| All other expenses | $29,121 |
| Total functional expenses | $8,005,412 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $2,756,417 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $132,922 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $0 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $17,641 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $1,265,546 |
| Total assets | $4,172,526 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $106,418 |
| 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 | $199,056 |
| Total liabilities | $305,474 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $3,816,399 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $50,653 |
| 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 | $4,172,526 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Fidelis has awarded $700,000 in support to 2 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
SUSAN B ANTHONY LIST PURPOSE: GRANT IS DESIGNATED TO ASSIST IN FUNDING THE PUBLIC ADVERTISING CAMPAIGN URGING SEN. MARK KELLY TO PROMOTE AND DEFEND THE SANCTITY OF LIFE. | $100,000 |
DO RIGHT PAC (STATE PAC) PURPOSE: TO SUPPORT THE EFFORTS TO PASS A PRO-LIFE CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT IN KANSAS. | $600,000 |