American Civil Liberties Union Of Washington Foundation
- Assets
- $56.4m
- Revenue
- $11.7m
- Investments
- $2.7m
- Employees
- 58
- Location
- Seattle, WA
- Founding
- 09/1970
- Data as of
- 03/2023
- EIN
- 23-7076867
Organization Overview
American Civil Liberties Union Of Washington Foundation is located in Seattle, WA. The organization was established in 1970. According to its NTEE Classification (R60) the organization is classified as: Civil Liberties, under the broad grouping of Civil Rights, Social Action & Advocacy and related organizations. As of 03/2023, American Civil Liberties Union Of Washington Foundation employed 58 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. American Civil Liberties Union Of Washington Foundation 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 03/2023, American Civil Liberties Union Of Washington Foundation generated $11.7m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 8 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 9.6% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $10.1m during the year ending 03/2023. While expenses have increased by 9.4% 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
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
TO PROTECT AND EXTEND CIVIL LIBERTIES AND CIVIL RIGHTS, AND TO TAKE ACTION TO FURTHER THOSE LIBERTIES AND RIGHTS WITHIN THE STATE OF WASHINGTON.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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LEGAL PROGRAM: THE ACLU PURSUES IMPACT LITIGATION AND FILES AMICUS BRIEFS TO UPHOLD THE CONSTITUTION AND ADVANCE CIVIL RIGHTS AND CIVIL LIBERTIES FOR ALL WASHINGTONIANS. WE PURSUE CASES THAT WILL EFFECT WIDESPREAD CHANGE, PARTICULARLY THOSE THAT IMPACT COMMUNITIES HISTORICALLY MOST AFFECTED BY RACISM AND OTHER FORMS OF INJUSTICE IN OUR SOCIETY, WHETHER IN THE AREAS OF THE CRIMINAL LEGAL SYSTEM, IMMIGRATION RIGHTS, VOTING RIGHTS, LGBTQIA2S+ RIGHTS, UNLAWFUL SURVEILLANCE, OR ACCESS TO HEALTH CARE.
REVENUE SHARING WITH NATIONAL ACLU ORGANIZATION
POLICY ADVOCACY PROGRAM: THE ACLU WORKS TO EDUCATE POLICY MAKERS AND STAKEHOLDERS, PROMOTE POLICIES THAT ADVANCE CIVIL LIBERTIES, AND OPPOSE THOSE THAT ARE HARMFUL TO EQUITY AND FREEDOM. WE WORK TO IMPLEMENT LONG-TERM, SYSTEMIC CHANGE FOR ALL PEOPLE. WE PROVIDE LEGAL AND POLICY GUIDANCE TO AGENCIES AND GOVERNMENT BODIES TO ENSURE THAT CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS ARE PROTECTED AND UPHELD. SIGNATURE PROGRAMS INCLUDE TECHNOLOGY & LIBERTY; CAMPAIGN FOR SMART JUSTICE; YOUTH POLICY; IMMIGRATION AND POLICING; AND ACCESS TO HEALTH CARE.
COMMUNICATIONS PROGRAM: EDUCATING THE PUBLIC IS CRITICAL TO DEFENDING CIVIL LIBERTIES ACROSS THE STATE. WE ENGAGE THE MEDIA TO DEVELOP ARTICLES, FRAME ISSUES, AND INFLUENCE OPINIONS. WE PROVIDE EXPERT SPEAKERS ON A WIDE RANGE OF CIVIL LIBERTIES TOPICS TO SCHOOLS AND COMMUNITY GROUPS, INCLUDING KNOW YOUR RIGHTS TRAININGS TO SUPPORT IMPACTED COMMUNITIES ABILITY TO STAND UP FOR THEMSELVES. THROUGH OUR MEMBER AND PUBLIC EVENTS, SPEAKERS BUREAU, AND STUDENT OUTREACH, THE COMMUNICATIONS DEPARTMENT RALLIES SUPPORTERS, ATTRACTS NEW AUDIENCES, AND EMPOWERS GRASSROOTS AND OTHER GROUPS TO PROMOTE CIVIL RIGHTS.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Michele Storms Executive Director | Officer | 25.3 | $140,107 |
Antoinette Davis Deputy Director | Officer | 25.7 | $128,590 |
Vanessa T Hernandez Iad Director | Officer | 25.7 | $112,238 |
Alison Holcomb Political Director | Officer | 0 | $0 |
Shareef Abduhr-Rahmaan Finance Director | Officer | 25.7 | $100,720 |
Brian Robick Communications Director | Officer | 22.5 | $103,912 |
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 | $11,073,076 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $1,249,512 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $11,073,076 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $51,000 |
| Investment income | $779,510 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | -$215,567 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $11,691,840 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $80,000 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $16,711 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $1,118,073 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $394,742 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $2,365,180 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $111,075 |
| Other employee benefits | $543,377 |
| Payroll taxes | $301,415 |
| Fees for services: Management | $27,668 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $22,173 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $328,048 |
| Fees for services: Other | $68,183 |
| Advertising and promotion | $41,515 |
| Office expenses | $167,496 |
| Information technology | $175,054 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $694,484 |
| Travel | $153,529 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $3,408,988 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $59,445 |
| Insurance | $44,168 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $10,068,612 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $1,562,513 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $238,521 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $141,734 |
| 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 | $21,464 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $248,822 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $51,511,753 |
| Investments—other securities | $2,692,758 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $56,417,565 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $83,776 |
| 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 | $1,716,396 |
| Total liabilities | $1,800,172 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $14,650,869 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $39,966,524 |
| 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 | $56,417,565 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, American Civil Liberties Union Of Washington Foundation has awarded $80,000 in support to 3 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
ACLU FOUNDATION PURPOSE: Indigenous Justice | $50,000 |
DISABILITY RIGHTS WASHINGTON PURPOSE: Prison Reform | $20,000 |
CIVIL SURVIVAL PROJECT PURPOSE: PRISON REFROM | $10,000 |