The Center For Organizational Research And Education
- Assets
- $75.1k
- Revenue
- $206.2k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 0
- Location
- Arlington, VA
- Founding
- 06/2002
- Data as of
- 12/2023
- EIN
- 26-0006579
Organization Overview
The Center For Organizational Research And Education, operating under the name See Schedule O, is located in Arlington, VA. The organization was established in 2002. 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. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. See Schedule O 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 12/2023, See Schedule O generated $206.2k 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 (31.2%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $678.6k during the year ending 12/2023. 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
RESEARCH AND EDUCATION ON ISSUES RELATED TO CONSUMER CHOICES AND THE ACTIVIST COMMUNITY ATTACKING THOSE CHOICES; PROVIDING EDUCATIONAL INFORMATION TO POLICYMAKERS, THE MEDIA AND THE GENERAL PUBLIC.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
MAINTAINED HUMANEWATCH.ORG, A WATCHDOG PROJECT TO EDUCATE THE PUBLIC ABOUT VARIOUS ANIMAL LIBERATION ACTIVISTS, ORGANIZATIONS, AND ISSUES. THIS INCLUDES HUMANE SOCIETY OF THE UNITED STATES, PEOPLE FOR THE ETHICAL TREATMENT OF ANIMALS AND OTHER GROUPS. RESEARCHED VOLUMES OF DOCUMENTS, INCLUDING FEDERAL TAX FORMS, CORRESPONDENCE, NEWS ARTICLES, LEGAL AND GOVERNMENT DOCUMENTS, PUBLICATIONS, AND OTHER RECORDS, WHICH THE ORGANIZATION PUBLISHES ON A DYNAMIC WEBSITE THAT GETS MORE THAN 500,000 VISITORS A YEAR. PRODUCED AND PLACED NATIONWIDE ADVERTISING TO EDUCATE DONORS AND THE PUBLIC ABOUT THE TRACK RECORD AND GOALS OF GROUPS LIKE HSUS AND PETA.
CORE ALSO MAINTAINED OTHER PROGRAMS THAT EDUCATED THE PUBLIC ON ISSUES OF NATIONAL SECURITY, STATE SPENDING ON DEI IN SCHOOLS, VETERANS CHARITIES, ENVIRONMENTAL CONCERNS, AND JUNK SCIENCE.
CONTINUED A NATIONAL PUBLIC EDUCATION CAMPAIGN ABOUT CONTAMINANTS IN TAP WATER INCLUDING FECAL BACTERIA AND HEAVY METALS. CORE LAUNCHED AN INTERACTIVE ONLINE DATABASE AT ISTAPWATERSAFE.COM THAT ALLOWS PEOPLE TO LOOK INTO THEIR LOCAL WATER SUPPLIER. THE WEBSITE USES TESTING DATA PROVIDED BY THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT FOR COMMUNITY WATER SYSTEMS. THIS DATA SHOWS WHETHER A WATER SYSTEM HAS DETECTED POTENTIALLY HARMFUL LEVELS OF CONTAMINANTS.
CONTINUED A CAMPAIGN TO EDUCATE THE PUBLIC ON FAKE MEAT. INCLUDING UPDATES TO CLEAN FOOD FACTS, A WEBSITE THAT LISTS THE INGREDIENTS OF DOZENS OF MEAT ANALOGUE FOOD PRODUCTS. CLEAN FOOD FACTS EDUCATES CONSUMERS ABOUT WHAT IS ACTUALLY IN THESE PRODUCTS, SINCE FAKE MEAT IS OFTEN PROMOTED AS HEALTHIER DESPITE BEING ULTRA-PROCESSED. PROMOTED THE WEBSITE WITH ONLINE EDUCATIONAL VIDEOS AND OPINION EDITORIALS, RESULTING IN COVERAGE IN MAJOR MEDIA PUBLICATIONS.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
F Lane Cardwell Secretary & Treasurer/dire | OfficerTrustee | 0.12 | $0 |
James Blackstock Director | Trustee | 0.1 | $0 |
David Browne Director | Trustee | 0.08 | $0 |
Jim Hands Director | Trustee | 0.08 | $0 |
James Bowers Director | Trustee | 0.08 | $0 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Richard Berman And Company Inc Mgmt, Advertising, Research & Acct Fees | 12/30/22 | $1,269,867 |
Google Inc Media & Advertising | 12/30/22 | $448,477 |
Dow Jones And Company Advertising & Promotion | 12/30/22 | $134,525 |
Meta Platforms Inc Advertising & Promotion | 12/30/22 | $400,865 |
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 | $206,192 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $206,192 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $2 |
| 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 | $206,194 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $40,000 |
| 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. | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $0 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $0 |
| Payroll taxes | $0 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $144,584 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $39,078 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $224,838 |
| Advertising and promotion | $175,896 |
| Office expenses | $42,365 |
| Information technology | $3,193 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $0 |
| Travel | $7,131 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $0 |
| Insurance | $1,009 |
| All other expenses | $511 |
| Total functional expenses | $678,605 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $70,136 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $2,010 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $898 |
| 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 | $2,018 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $0 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $75,062 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $109,180 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Total liabilities | $109,180 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | -$54,118 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $20,000 |
| 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 | $75,062 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, The Center For Organizational Research And Education has awarded $40,000 in support to 4 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
WARD-WISEMAN ANIMAL HAVEN INC PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $10,000 |
NEENAH ANIMAL SHELTER INC PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $10,000 |
WEST FELICIANA ANIMAL HUMANE SOCIETY PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $10,000 |
HAWKINS HUMANE SOCIETY INC PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $10,000 |