Federation Of American Scientists is located in Washington, DC. The organization was established in 1972. According to its NTEE Classification (Q41) the organization is classified as: Arms Control & Peace, under the broad grouping of International, Foreign Affairs & National Security and related organizations. As of 06/2022, Federation Of American Scientists employed 36 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Federation Of American Scientists 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 06/2021, Federation Of American Scientists generated $3.6m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 5 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 15.8% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $4.9m during the year ending 06/2021. 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
2021
Describe the Organization's Mission:
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THE FEDERATION OF AMERICAN SCIENTISTS (FAS), A POLICY RESEARCH AND ADVOCACY ORGANIZATION, SEEKS TO PROMOTE NATIONAL AND GLOBAL SECURITY BY ADVANCING SOLUTIONS TO IMPORTANT SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY SECURITY PROBLEMS. FAS PRODUCES EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES, PROMOTES TRANSPARENCY,
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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SOCIAL INNOVATIONTHE SOCIAL INNOVATION TEAM AT FAS STRIVES TO PRODUCE, ADVANCE, AND SUPPORT CUTTING-EDGE POLICY IN ISSUE AREAS THAT FALL WITHIN THE DOMAIN OF SOCIAL POLICY (SUCH AS EDUCATION, HOUSING, WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT, AND THE JUSTICE SYSTEM). SOCIAL INNOVATION IS ALSO HOME TO THE FAS DAY ONE TALENT HUB. THE DAY ONE TALENT HUB'S MISSION IS TO ENCOURAGE AND SUPPORT THE EXCHANGE OF DIVERSE SCIENTIFIC AND TECHNICAL POLICY EXPERTS WITH FEDERAL AGENCIES UNDERTAKING AMBITIOUS S&T PRIORITIES. THE TALENT HUB PROVIDES ONRAMPS FOR EXTERNAL SCIENTIFIC AND TECHNICAL TALENT TO PARTICIPATE IN TOURS OF SERVICE TO AUGMENT EXISTING AGENCY EXPERTISE, WHILE ULTIMATELY AIMING TO BUILD THE CAPACITY OF FEDERAL PARTNERS TO UTILIZE AND LEVERAGE THE FULL SUITE OF FLEXIBLE HIRING AUTHORITIES AT THEIR DISPOSAL.
SPECIAL PROJECTSTHE FAS SPECIAL PROJECTS SEEKS TO SUPPORT BURGEONING ENTREPRENEURS IN SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY POLICY. THROUGH THIS PROGRAM, FAS PROVIDES INCUBATION AND SUPPORT FOR PHILANTHROPIC ENDEAVORS IN AN EFFORT TO FORGE PARTNERSHIPS AND EXPAND OUR IMPACT IN THE SCIENCE COMMUNITY.
TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATIONTHE TECHNOLOGY & INNOVATION VERTICAL AT FAS SEEKS TO UNLOCK HIGH-LEVERAGE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY POLICY ACTION BY DELIVERING CROWDSOURCED, CUSTOMER-SPECIFIC, ACTIONABLE IDEAS AIMED AT POLICYMAKERS WHILE PROVIDING DIRECT TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE TO FEDERAL AGENCIES ON CROSSCUTTING ISSUES RELATED TO FEDERAL R&D AND BUDGETS, REGIONAL INNOVATION CLUSTERS, INDUSTRIAL STRATEGY FOR CRITICAL AND EMERGING SECTORS, HIGH-SKILLED IMMIGRATION, STRATEGIC GLOBAL DEVELOPMENT AND COMPETITION AND MORE. AT A MOMENT OF INTENSE GLOBAL COMPETITION WITH CHINA AND EXISTENTIAL THREATS OF CLIMATE CHANGE, THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT IS MAKING UNPRECEDENTED INVESTMENTS INTO OUR NATION'S INNOVATION ECOSYSTEMS. THE TECHNOLOGY & INNOVATION VERTICAL BRINGS AN ENTREPRENEURIAL APPROACH TO AMBITIOUS POLICY IDEAS THAT MEET THESE CHALLENGES.
Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
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Gilman Louie Chair | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Rosina Bierbaum Vice Chair | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Daniel Gerstein Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Jan Lodal Treasurer | Trustee | 0.5 | $0 |
Catherine Lotrionte Director | Trustee | 0.5 | $0 |
Nishal Mohan Director | Trustee | 0.5 | $0 |
Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
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Lesser Atlantic Llc Program Consultant | 6/29/22 | $134,445 |
Jennifer Erickson Program Consultant | 6/29/22 | $240,809 |
Day One Project Llc Program Consultant | 6/29/22 | $113,462 |
Adam Marblestone Program Consultant | 6/29/22 | $125,000 |
Statement of Revenue | |
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Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $3,405,342 |
Investment income | $2,620 |
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 | $3,626,877 |
Statement of Expenses | |
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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. | $230,848 |
Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
Other salaries and wages | $2,024,328 |
Pension plan accruals and contributions | $85,289 |
Other employee benefits | $95,431 |
Payroll taxes | $177,311 |
Fees for services: Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Legal | $596 |
Fees for services: Accounting | $91,515 |
Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
Fees for services: Investment Management | $4,690 |
Fees for services: Other | $1,831,498 |
Advertising and promotion | $2,995 |
Office expenses | $115,042 |
Information technology | $68,039 |
Royalties | $0 |
Occupancy | $91,841 |
Travel | $1,287 |
Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $27,802 |
Interest | $0 |
Payments to affiliates | $0 |
Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $9,792 |
Insurance | $6,609 |
All other expenses | $0 |
Total functional expenses | $4,910,525 |
Balance Sheet | |
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Cash—non-interest-bearing | $645,395 |
Savings and temporary cash investments | $2,566,076 |
Pledges and grants receivable | $58,862 |
Accounts receivable, net | $6,980 |
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 | $9,518 |
Investments—publicly traded securities | $4,585,240 |
Investments—other securities | $0 |
Investments—program-related | $0 |
Intangible assets | $0 |
Other assets | $299,915 |
Total assets | $8,204,575 |
Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $297,903 |
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 | $40,485 |
Total liabilities | $338,388 |
Net assets without donor restrictions | $0 |
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 |
Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $7,866,187 |