American Civil Liberties Union
- Assets
- $3.1m
- Revenue
- $1.5m
- Investments
- $2.3m
- Employees
- 0
- Location
- Cleveland, OH
- Founding
- 12/1970
- Data as of
- 03/2024
- EIN
- 34-0700606
Organization Overview
American Civil Liberties Union is located in Cleveland, OH. 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. This organization is a subordinate organization within an affiliated group for tax-exemption purposes. American Civil Liberties Union 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 03/2024, American Civil Liberties Union generated $1.5m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 8 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 12.9% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $3.5m during the year ending 03/2024. 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
2024
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
ADVOCATE FOR AND EFFECT SYSTEMIC CHANGE TO ENSURE JUSTICE AND EQUITY FOR ALL OHIOANS WITHOUT POLITICAL PARTISANSHIP.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
THE ACLU OF OHIO UNDERTAKES OUTREACH EFFORTS TO ORGANIZE, ACTIVATE AND EMPOWER CITIZENS TO ADVOCATE FOR POLICIES AND LEGISLATION THAT ADVANCE SOCIAL AND RACIAL JUSTICE AND IMPACT THEIR RIGHTS. STRATEGIC TOOLS INCLUDE ONE-ON-ONE AND GROUP MEETINGS, FORMATION OF ACTION TEAMS, WORKSHOPS, LEGISLATIVE ANALYSIS, PROVIDING TESTIMONY BEFORE THE OHIO LEGISLATURE, EMAILS, TEXTING, SOCIAL AND TRADITIONAL MEDIA, BRIEFING PAPERS, AND WEBSITE UPDATES. ISSUES ADDRESSED INCLUDE ENDING RACIAL DISPARITIES IN THE CRIMINAL LEGAL SYSTEM, EXPANSION OF BALLOT ACCESS, AND LGBTQ+ RIGHTS.
THE ORGANIZATION FOUGHT AN ATTEMPT BY OHIO LEGISLATORS TO REQUIRE A SUPERMAJORITY OF 60% FOR PASSAGE OF BALLOT INITIATIVES. IT WAS SUCCESSFULLY DEFEATED IN AUGUST 2023, PRESERVING SIMPLE MAJORITY RULE IN SUCH CAMPAIGNS.
AS PART OF ITS COMMITMENT TO ENSURING THAT ALL PEOPLE HAVE AUTONOMY OVER THEIR BODIES, THE ACLU OF OHIO ENGAGED IN A SUCCESSFUL BALLOT INITIATIVE TO ENSHRINE ABORTION RIGHTS IN THE OHIO CONSTITUTION. THE MEASURE PASSED IN NOVEMBER 2023.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Terri Enns Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Larry Hayman Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Susan Becker Associate General Counsel | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Laurie Briggs Associate General Counsel | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Laura Gold Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Jack Guttenberg Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $960,424 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $0 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $323,800 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $1,284,224 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $35,324 |
| 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 | $1,474,463 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $1,523,545 |
| 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 | $1,059,369 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $47,792 |
| Other employee benefits | $203,460 |
| Payroll taxes | $80,353 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $0 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $97,689 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $0 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $260,556 |
| Information technology | $81,731 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $121,220 |
| Travel | $37,342 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $3,821 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $2,345 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $0 |
| Insurance | $4,033 |
| All other expenses | $9,074 |
| Total functional expenses | $3,532,330 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $550,542 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $247,247 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $2,279,299 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $6,750 |
| Total assets | $3,083,838 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $1,134,702 |
| 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 | $1,134,702 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $1,949,136 |
| 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 |
| Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds | $0 |
| Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $3,083,838 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, American Civil Liberties Union has awarded $1,523,545 in support to 3 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
ONE PERSON ONE VOTE PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $720,000 |
OHIOANS UNITED FOR REPRODUCTIVE RIGHTS PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $303,545 |
OHIOANS FOR REPRODUCTIVE FREEDOM PAC PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $500,000 |