American Federation Of Teachers
- Assets
- $130.8m
- Revenue
- $211.0m
- Investments
- $15.5m
- Employees
- 354
- Location
- Washington, DC
- Founding
- 02/1945
- Data as of
- 06/2023
- EIN
- 36-0725240
Organization Overview
American Federation Of Teachers is located in Washington, DC. The organization was established in 1945. According to its NTEE Classification (J40) the organization is classified as: Labor Unions, under the broad grouping of Employment and related organizations. As of 06/2023, American Federation Of Teachers employed 354 individuals. This organization is a parent organization of an affiliated group for tax-exemption purposes. American Federation Of Teachers is a 501(c)(5) and as such, is described as a "Labor, Agricultural, and Horticultural Organization" by the IRS.
For the year ending 06/2023, American Federation Of Teachers generated $211.0m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 8 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 0.7% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $220.2m during the year ending 06/2023. While expenses have increased by 1.0% 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
THE AMERICAN FEDERATION OF TEACHERS, AFL-CIO (THE FEDERATION) IS COMMITTED TO ADVANCING AN AGENDA THAT PROVIDES EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITY, LIFTS THE DISADVANTAGED, REBUILDS THE MIDDLE CLASS, IMPROVES THE AMERICAN ECONOMY AND PUBLIC INFRASTRUCTURE, AND FOSTERS THE DEMOCRATIC PRINCIPLES OF RESPECT, DIGNITY AND ECONOMIC SECURITY FOR ALL THOSE WHO CALL AMERICA HOME AND SEEK THE AMERICAN DREAM. THE FEDERATION, WORKING WITH LOCAL AND STATE AFFILIATES, SEEKS TO ENSURE THAT THE EDUCATORS, HEALTHCARE PROVIDERS AND PUBLIC EMPLOYEES WHO MAKE UP OUR MEMBERSHIP HAVE THE TOOLS AND RESOURCES THEY NEED TO MAKE THIS VISION A REALITY. THE MAJOR SOURCE OF REVENUE TO THE FEDERATION IS PER CAPITA TAXES PAID BY LOCALS.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
GENERAL MEMBERSHIP SERVICES: PROVIDED VARIOUS SERVICES AND SUPPORT TO APPROXIMATELY 1.7 MILLION MEMBERS IN 3,600 LOCAL AFFILIATES, INCLUDING EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS, PUBLICATIONS AND ACCESS TO OTHER COMMUNICATIONS, INSURANCE PROGRAMS AND OTHER MEMBER BENEFITS, COLLECTIVE BARGAINING ADVICE AND RESEARCH.
CONFERENCES AND MEMBER ENGAGEMENT: PROVIDED ASSISTANCE VIA CONFERENCES AND TRAININGS TO STATE AND LOCAL AFFILIATES ON MEMBER ENGAGEMENT, COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT, COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AND REPRESENTATION CAMPAIGNS, UNION ADMINISTRATION AND PROFESSIONAL ISSUES.
MEMBER RECRUITMENT WITHIN EXISTING LOCALS AND ORGANIZING OF NEW AFFILIATES
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Randi Weingarten President | OfficerTrustee | 61 | $474,951 |
Evelyn Dejesus Exec Vice Pres. | OfficerTrustee | 50 | $292,823 |
Fedrick C Ingram Secretary-Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 50 | $372,146 |
Adam Urbanski Vice Pres. | OfficerTrustee | 5 | $0 |
Amanda Curtis Vice Pres. | OfficerTrustee | 5 | $0 |
Andrew Spar Vice Pres. | OfficerTrustee | 5 | $0 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
First Book Books | 6/29/23 | $1,681,025 |
Selendy Gay Elsberg Pllc Legal Services | 6/29/23 | $1,350,066 |
Stroock & Stroock & Lavan Llp Legal Services | 6/29/23 | $1,149,435 |
Tek Systems Inc It Management | 6/29/23 | $1,037,310 |
Tag 1 Consulting It Management | 6/29/23 | $965,795 |
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 | $0 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $0 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $208,996,252 |
| Investment income | $1,560,720 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $900,725 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | -$480,532 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $211,037,710 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $1,335,975 |
| 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. | $1,429,624 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $40,953,231 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $8,426,183 |
| Other employee benefits | $10,394,552 |
| Payroll taxes | $3,295,633 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $10,734,955 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $0 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $28,801 |
| Fees for services: Other | $10,921,400 |
| Advertising and promotion | $4,107,007 |
| Office expenses | $7,169,131 |
| Information technology | $747,697 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $325,094 |
| Travel | $10,840,411 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $2,850,662 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $10,835,175 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $1,678,045 |
| Insurance | $3,482,502 |
| All other expenses | $2,927,839 |
| Total functional expenses | $220,175,009 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $0 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $13,374,273 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $41,836,203 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $3,618,221 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $0 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $2,270,283 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $3,503,400 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $49,996,918 |
| Investments—other securities | $15,472,362 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $696,425 |
| Total assets | $130,768,085 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $21,004,514 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $72,378 |
| 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 | $53,775,852 |
| Total liabilities | $74,852,744 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $55,915,341 |
| 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 | $130,768,085 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, American Federation Of Teachers has awarded $1,335,975 in support to 2 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
THE ALBERT SHANKER INSTITUTE PURPOSE: ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANCE | $926,655 |
AFT EDUCATION FOUNDATION PURPOSE: ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANCE | $409,320 |