Protect Our Defenders Foundation
- Assets
- $929.8k
- Revenue
- $202.6k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 7
- Location
- Alexandria, VA
- Founding
- 03/2012
- Data as of
- 12/2023
- EIN
- 45-4044997
Organization Overview
Protect Our Defenders Foundation, operating under the name Protect Our Defenders, is located in Alexandria, VA. The organization was established in 2012. According to its NTEE Classification (I73) the organization is classified as: Sexual Abuse Prevention, under the broad grouping of Crime & Legal-Related and related organizations. As of 12/2023, Protect Our Defenders employed 7 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Protect Our Defenders 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, Protect Our Defenders generated $202.6k 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 (23.6%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $402.7k 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
DRIVE SYSTEMIC INSTITUTIONAL CHANGE IN THE US MILITARY BY ELIMINATING SEXUAL ASSAULT, HARASSMENT AND MISOGYNY, DISCRIMINATION, AND RETALIATORY BEHAVIOR TOWARDS VICTIMS (SERVICE MEMBERS, FAMILY MEMBERS, VETERANS AND CIVILIANS) THROUGH PUBLIC AWARENESS, PRO-BONO LEGAL SERVICES, RESEARCH, POLICY REFORM AND MENTORING. PROTECT THE RIGHTS AND SUPPORT THE LIVES OF SURVIVORS.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
LEGAL SERVICES PROGRAM (SEE SCHEDULE O)THE FOUNDATIONS PRO-BONO NETWORK OF ATTORNEYS PROVIDES FREE LEGAL SERVICES TO SURVIVORS OF SEXUAL ASSAULT AND HARASSMENT. LEGAL SERVICES PROGRAM:THE FOUNDATIONS PRO-BONO NETWORK OF ATTORNEYS PROVIDES FREE LEGAL SERVICES TO SURVIVORS OF SEXUAL ASSAULT AND HARASSMENT. IT ORGANIZES AND TRAINS ATTORNEY'S NATIONWIDE WHO VOLUNTEER TO REPRESENT VICTIMS AND ADVOCATE FOR THEIR RIGHTS BEFORE, DURING AND AFTER MILITARY JUSTICE PROCEEDINGS. THE PROGRAM STAFF PROVIDE CASEWORK ASSISTANCE INCLUDING: DRAFTING FOIA REQUESTS TO GAIN ACCESS TO VICTIMS' MILITARY RECORDS, FILING CONGRESSIONAL OR IG COMPLAINTS REGARDING MISHANDLING OF CASES, ETC. THE FOUNDATION FILES AMICUS BRIEFS BEFORE THE MILITARY'S COURT OF APPEALS AND FEDERAL COURTS TO PROTECT AND ENFORCE THE RIGHTS OF SURVIVORS. MILITARY'S SPECIAL VICTIM'S COUNSEL, CONGRESS AND THE MEDIA VIEW THE FOUNDATION AS EXPERT IN THIS FIELD AND A RESOURCE. THIS PROGRAM DEEPENS OUR UNDERSTANDING OF THE BROKEN MILITARY JUSTICE SYSTEM AND THE CULTURE, WHICH HAS LED TO MEANINGFUL POLICY REFORM. ACCOMPLISHMENTS (2023) THE NUMBER OF SURVIVORS REQUESTING LEGAL SUPPORT AND PROVIDED PERSONAL INTAKE REVIEW WERE APPROXIMATELY 180. WE PROVIDED PARTNER REFERRALS TO 28 AND 40 INDIVIDUALS WERE PROVIDED DIRECT ASSISTANCE. PODF'S PRO BONO NETWORK OF ATTORNEYS PROVIDED OVER 3400 HOURS OF SERVICE VALUED AT $2,702,874.22.
ADVOCACY, POLICY AND RESEARCH PROGRAMS (SEE SCHEDULE O)THE FOUNDATION ENGAGES IN PROJECTS TO EDUCATE THE PUBLIC, POLICY MAKERS, MILITARY, OPINION LEADERS, AND SURVIVORS ABOUT THE CULTURE OF MISOGYNY, EPIDEMIC OF MILITARY SEXUAL VIOLENCE AND VICTIM RETALIATION FOR REPORTING SEXUAL ASSAULT. ADVOCACY, POLICY AND RESEARCH PROGRAMS:THE FOUNDATION ENGAGES IN PROJECTS TO EDUCATE THE PUBLIC, POLICY MAKERS, MILITARY, OPINION LEADERS, AND SURVIVORS ABOUT THE CULTURE OF MISOGYNY, EPIDEMIC OF MILITARY SEXUAL VIOLENCE AND VICTIM RETALIATION FOR REPORTING SEXUAL ASSAULT. THE FOUNDATION ALSO EDUCATES ON HOW THE CULTURE AND CRISIS ERODE MILITARY VALUES AND NATIONAL SECURITY. THE FOUNDATION PROVIDES RESEARCH FINDINGS, EXPERTISE, AND ADVICE BASED ON DATA-DRIVEN ANALYSIS RELATED TO PROBLEMS OF SEXUAL VIOLENCE, VICTIM RETALIATION, DISCRIMINATION OF WOMEN, MINORITIES, AND LGBTQ. IT PARTNERS WITH NATIONALLY RECOGNIZED ORGANIZATIONS IN FURTHERANCE THEREOF. THROUGH POLICY RECOMMENDATIONS AND ADVOCACY, THE FOUNDATION ADDRESSES ROADBLOCKS TO JUSTICE AND VA CARE AND BENEFITS FOR SURVIVORS. ACCOMPLISHMENTS (2023) THE FOUNDATION SUCCESSFULLY ENGAGED THE MEDIA TO COVER THESE ISSUES AND NUMEROUS MEMBERS OF CONGRESS TO DISCUSS POTENTIAL SOLUTIONS, ESPECIALLY THROUGH THE LENS OF THE INDIVIDUAL SERVICE MEMBERS, THEIR FAMILIES, VETERANS, AND CIVILIAN SURVIVORS. IT LEADS THE NATIONAL DEBATE REGARDING THIS CRISIS AND ITS WIDE- RANGING ADVERSE EFFECTS IN THE MILITARY, CIVILIAN COMMUNITIES, AND NATIONAL SECURITY.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Nancy Parrish Chair & CEO | OfficerTrustee | 25 | $0 |
Davis Weinstock II Co-Chair | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Paula Coughlin Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Josh Connolly Vice Chair | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Don Christensen President | Trustee | 45 | $29,168 |
Brock Leach Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
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 | $189,163 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $189,163 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $13,413 |
| 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 | $202,576 |
| 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. | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $191,605 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $1,978 |
| Payroll taxes | $14,744 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $18,020 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $114,213 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $3,225 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $16,248 |
| Travel | $3,608 |
| 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 | $1,423 |
| Insurance | $3,778 |
| All other expenses | $12,283 |
| Total functional expenses | $402,697 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $19,583 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $872,099 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $30,905 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $75 |
| 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 | $5,400 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $0 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $1,707 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $929,769 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $6,217 |
| 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 | $6,217 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $923,552 |
| 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 | $929,769 |