Rights & Democracy Project Inc
- Assets
- $178.4k
- Revenue
- $635.4k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 40
- Location
- Burlington, VT
- Founding
- Data as of
- 12/2022
- EIN
- 47-3746922
Organization Overview
Rights & Democracy Project Inc is located in Burlington, VT. As of 12/2022, Rights & Democracy Project Inc employed 40 individuals. Rights & Democracy Project Inc 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 12/2022, Rights & Democracy Project Inc generated $635.4k in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 8 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 15.0% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $1.0m during the year ending 12/2022. 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
2022
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
RIGHTS & DEMOCRACY PROJECT'S MISSION IS TO BRING PEOPLE TOGETHER TO TAKE ACTION TO BUILD HEALTHY COMMUNITIES AND MAKE THE VALUES OF OUR COMMUNITIES GUIDE THE POLICIES OF OUR GOVERNMENT. WE ARE BUILDING A POPULAR MOVEMENT TO ADVANCE RIGHTS AND BUILD A REAL DEMOCRACY. WE WORK IN PARTNERSHIP WITH COMMUNITY GROUPS, PROGRESSIVE UNIONS, FAITH COMMUNITIES, ORGANIZATIONS FIGHTING FOR HUMAN AND CIVIL RIGHTS, AND ENVIRONMENTAL AND CLIMATE ACTION GROUPS.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
RENEWS:OUR RENEWS WORK SPANS MANY ISSUES IN VERMONT AND NEW HAMPSHIRE. IN VERMONT, WE ADVOCATED FOR THE PASSAGE OF THE ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE ACT, UNIVERSAL SCHOOL MEALS, THE CLEAN HEAT STANDARD, EQUITY IN LAND ACCESS, AND BURLINGTON'S JUST CAUSE EVICTION CHARTER CHANGES.
OTHER SMALL MISC. PROGRAMS.
GRASSROOTS ORGANIZING:ISSUE ORGANIZING IS A KEY COMPONENT OF OUR BASE-BUILDING STRATEGY. WE HELD A LOBBY DAY (VT) DURING WHICH OUR MEMBERS VISITED THE STATEHOUSE TO TESTIFY IN COMMITTEES. WE OFFERED WORKSHOPS ON HOW TO TESTIFY AT PUBLIC HEARINGS AND HOW TO MEET WITH YOUR LEGISLATOR.WE ENGAGED PEOPLE THROUGHOUT VT AND NH VIA PHONE, TEXT, AND DOOR KNOCKING TO ENGAGE PEOPLE IN MEANINGFUL CONVERSATIONS ACROSS MANY ISSUES INCLUDING CLIMATE, HOUSING/HOMELESSNESS, HEALTHCARE JUSTICE, THE OPIOID CRISIS, AND WORKERS' RIGHTS.
MOVEMENT POLITICS:RAD CONDUCTED CANDIDATE RECRUITMENT AND TRAINING IN VT AND NH AND ENDORSED CANDIDATES RUNNING FOR LOCAL AND STATE OFFICES. WE HELD VIRTUAL PANEL DISCUSSIONS AND GOTV CAMPAIGNS TO RAISE PUBLIC AWARENESS OF ELECTIONS AND ENCOURAGE PEOPLE TO VOTE.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Alyssa Brown Vice Chair | OfficerTrustee | 3 | $0 |
Barbara Wilson Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 3 | $0 |
Dana Hackett Co-Chair | OfficerTrustee | 3 | $0 |
Eric Rasmussen Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 3 | $0 |
Jeetan Khadka Director | Trustee | 3 | $0 |
Jo Sabel Courtney Director | Trustee | 3 | $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 | $633,984 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $633,984 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $0 |
| 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 | $635,446 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $98,000 |
| 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. | $76,428 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $22,928 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $473,477 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $6,394 |
| Other employee benefits | $116,084 |
| Payroll taxes | $46,237 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $21,679 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $1,400 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $3,793 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $26,393 |
| Advertising and promotion | $3,393 |
| Office expenses | $31,645 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $3,566 |
| Travel | $50,535 |
| 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 | $7,333 |
| All other expenses | $303 |
| Total functional expenses | $1,019,344 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $28,547 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $149,898 |
| 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 | $0 |
| 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 | $178,445 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $7,436 |
| 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 | $49,925 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $120 |
| Total liabilities | $57,481 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $0 |
| 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 | $120,964 |
| Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $178,445 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Rights & Democracy Project Inc has awarded $98,000 in support to 3 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
GRANITE STATE ORGANIZING PROJECT PURPOSE: General Support | $37,000 |
NEW HAMPSHIRE YOUTH MOVEMENT PURPOSE: General Support | $28,000 |
350 NH ACTION PURPOSE: General Support | $33,000 |