Convergence Center For Policy Resolution
- Assets
- $5.2m
- Revenue
- $6.6m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 28
- Location
- Washington, DC
- Founding
- 06/2010
- Data as of
- 12/2021
- EIN
- 32-0280279
Organization Overview
Convergence Center For Policy Resolution is located in Washington, DC. The organization was established in 2010. According to its NTEE Classification (B01) the organization is classified as: Alliances & Advocacy, under the broad grouping of Education and related organizations. As of 12/2021, Convergence Center For Policy Resolution employed 28 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Convergence Center For Policy Resolution 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, Convergence Center For Policy Resolution generated $6.6m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 7 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 12.0% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $2.9m during the year ending 12/2021. While expenses have increased by 2.9% per year over the past 7 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
2021
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
WE BUILD TRUST AND BRIDGE DIVIDES TO SOLVE CRITICAL ISSUES AND STRENGTHEN OUR DEMOCRACY.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
COMMUNICATIONS - IN 2021, CONVERGENCE LAUNCHED MULTIPLE NEW DIALOGUES, BRINGING INDIVIDUALS AND ORGANIZATIONS TOGETHER ACROSS IDEOLOGICAL DIVIDES TO SOLVE CRITICAL PROBLEMS, INCLUDING THOSE FOCUSING ON ECONOMIC RECOVERY FROM THE PANDEMIC, REIMAGINING CARE FOR OLDER ADULTS, MODERNIZING THE CIVIL SERVICE, AND REDUCING DIGITAL DISINFORMATION. THE ORGANIZATION ALSO PRODUCED RECOMMENDATIONS FROM ITS DIALOGUE ON GUNS & SUICIDE PREVENTION, EXPANDED WORK SUPPORTING CONGRESS, SUPPORTED THE MATURATION OF THE BRIDGE-BUILDING FIELD, AND EXPERIMENTED WITH NEW WAYS TO LEVERAGE ITS PROVEN METHODOLOGY. BY COMMUNICATING ABOUT THE SUCCESS OF THIS WORK, CONVERGENCE PROVIDES UNIQUE, POWERFUL EVIDENCE THAT BRIDGE-BUILDING WORKS.
CALIFORNIA - IN 2021, CONVERGENCE'S CALIFORNIA HEALTH REFORM INITIATIVE - INCLUDING HIGH-PROFILE STAKEHOLDERS FROM ACROSS SECTORS - ADVANCED AND DISSEMINATED CONSENSUS RECOMMENDATIONS FOR THE STATE TO CREATE A GOVERNMENT ENTITY TO CONTROL HEALTH COSTS. CONVERGENCE'S CALIFORNIA TEAM ALSO LAUNCHED A RESEARCH ASSESSMENT FOR A CONVERGENCE DIALOGUE ON DIGITAL DISINFORMATION, EXAMINING THE DISINFORMATION, MISINFORMATION, AND OTHER FORMS OF MEDIA MANIPULATION THAT SHAPE HARMFUL NARRATIVES, MISLEAD AND POLARIZE THE PUBLIC, SOW DISRUPTION, AND EXACERBATE DISTRUST IN INSTITUTIONS. THE DIALOGUE, SLATED TO LAUNCH IN 2022, WILL EXPLORE PEOPLE-CENTERED SOLUTIONS THAT REDUCE DISINFORMATION AND ITS IMPACT, PROMOTE AN INFORMED SOCIETY, AND STRENGTHEN CIVIC AND DEMOCRATIC DISCOURSE.
GUNS AND SUICIDE PREVENTION - AMID A RASH OF MASS SHOOTINGS ACROSS THE NATION, GUN POLICY REMAINS A VERY PARTISAN AND COMMUNITY POLARIZING ISSUE. DIVISIVENESS AROUND GUN POLICY HAS GROWN WIDER OVER THE LAST FEW YEARS, AND THE RATE OF GUN-RELATED DEATHS BY SUICIDE HAS INCREASED, NOW ACCOUNTING FOR HALF OF THE NATION'S SUICIDES. IN 2021, THE CONVERGENCE DIALOGUE ON GUNS & SUICIDE PREVENTION - A DIVERSE GROUP OF LEADERS WITH WIDELY DIVERGENT VIEWS ON GUN RIGHTS, INCLUDING RESEARCHERS, MEDICAL DOCTORS/MENTAL HEALTH EXPERTS, GUN RIGHTS ADVOCATES, GUN INDUSTRY LEADERS, GUN VIOLENCE PREVENTION ADVOCATES, FAITH LEADERS, AND COMMUNITY ORGANIZERS - ISSUED CONSENSUS-BASED RECOMMENDATIONS AROUND STRATEGIES TO PREVENT FIREARM SUICIDE AND DRIVE ACTIONABLE CHANGE.
OTHER PROGRAM
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
David Eisner President And CEO | OfficerTrustee | 40 | $275,652 |
Amanda Broun Executive Vice President | Officer | 40 | $210,785 |
Russell Krumnow Senior Director, Projects | Officer | 40 | $169,928 |
Katharine D Cassata Chief Operating Officer | 40 | $146,455 | |
Robert Fersh Director, Founder And Senior Advisor | Trustee | 24 | $85,466 |
Stuart Butler Director And Consultant | Trustee | 8 | $41,094 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
American Public Human Serv Assoc Rent | 12/30/20 | $207,207 |
Veenker Dispute Resolution Consulting | 12/30/20 | $137,500 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $260,700 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $6,267,698 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $1,926 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $6,528,398 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $65,000 |
| Investment income | $206 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $4,894 |
| 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 | $6,601,172 |
| 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. | $845,652 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $85,421 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $1,045,174 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $29,446 |
| Other employee benefits | $55,790 |
| Payroll taxes | $132,726 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $7,225 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $54,172 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $579,595 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $58,679 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $25,116 |
| Travel | $6,574 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $2,415 |
| Interest | $92 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $2,516 |
| Insurance | $7,668 |
| All other expenses | $24,737 |
| Total functional expenses | $2,885,194 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $4,313,588 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $129,361 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $762,110 |
| 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 | $22,756 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $4,055 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $2,120 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $5,233,990 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $214,727 |
| 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 | $214,727 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $3,782,747 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $1,236,516 |
| 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 | $5,233,990 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Convergence Center For Policy Resolution has awarded $5,350 in support to 5 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
Ithaca, NY PURPOSE: SUPPORT THE CORNELL FOOD AND BRAND LAB ON FORWARDING THE MISSION OF OUR PNW PROJECT | $5,000 |
New York, NY PURPOSE: DONATION FOR TICKET TO THEIR ANNUAL GALA | $200 |
Davis, CA PURPOSE: ANNE NOEL FAZIO MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP, IN MEMORY OF JUDY KERN FAZIO, CONVERGENCE LEADERSHIP COUNCIL MEMBER VIC FAZIO'S WIFE | $100 |
Washington, DC PURPOSE: TO HONOR FORMER PNW STAKEHOLDER CATHY POLLEY | $50 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 24 grants that Convergence Center For Policy Resolution has recieved totaling $2,326,812.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
John A Hartford Foundation New York, NY PURPOSE: CONVERGENCE DIALOGUE ON REIMAGINING CARE FOR OLDER ADULTS | $453,777 |
John A Hartford Foundation New York, NY PURPOSE: CONVERGENCE DIALOGUE ON REIMAGINING CARE FOR OLDER ADULTS | $435,777 |
William & Flora Hewlett Foundation Menlo Park, CA PURPOSE: FOR GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | $350,000 |
William & Flora Hewlett Foundation Menlo Park, CA PURPOSE: FOR GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | $350,000 |
William & Flora Hewlett Foundation Menlo Park, CA PURPOSE: FOR CIVIL SERVICE REFORM ASSESSMENT | $150,000 |
John E Fetzer Institute Inc Kalamazoo, MI PURPOSE: WORKING TO UNDER- STAND THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN COLLABORATIVE PROBLEM SOLVING AND SPIRITUALITY | $123,000 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Moveon Org Civic Action Washington, DC | $4,457,959 | $10,598,957 |
50can Inc Washington, DC | $11,451,169 | $14,699,448 |
Working America Education Fund Washington, DC | $15,449,080 | $11,091,684 |
Wine & Spirits Wholesalers Of America Inc Washington, DC | $19,124,215 | $8,637,291 |
American Federation For Children Inc Columbia, MD | $4,734,302 | $8,920,295 |
Council For Exceptional Children Arlington, VA | $4,293,509 | $5,157,244 |
International Bridge Tunnel And Turnpike Association Washington, DC | $5,612,025 | $5,095,410 |
Council Of Graduate Schools Washington, DC | $15,477,083 | $4,356,151 |
Tesseract Research Center Inc Washington, DC | $8,180,925 | $2,226,497 |
National Indian Education Association Washington, DC | $1,350,427 | $3,831,899 |
National Coalition For Public School Options Haymarket, VA | $398,047 | $3,479,643 |
American Pilots Association Inc Washington, DC | $1,788,450 | $3,376,581 |