Priorities Usa
- Assets
- $5.9m
- Revenue
- $14.2m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 29
- Location
- Washington, DC
- Founding
- 07/2017
- Data as of
- 12/2021
- EIN
- 47-4596232
Organization Overview
Priorities Usa is located in Washington, DC. The organization was established in 2017. According to its NTEE Classification (R40) the organization is classified as: Voter Education & Registration, under the broad grouping of Civil Rights, Social Action & Advocacy and related organizations. As of 12/2021, Priorities USA employed 29 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Priorities USA 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 12/2021, Priorities USA generated $14.2m in total revenue. The organization has seen a slow decline revenue. Over the past 6 years, revenues have fallen by an average of (2.9%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $13.3m during the year ending 12/2021. As we would expect to see with falling revenues, expenses have declined by (3.7%) per year over the past 6 years. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Since 2016, Priorities USA has awarded 50 individual grants totaling $43,192,741. If you would like to learn more about the grant giving history of this organization, scroll down to the grant profile section of this page.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2021
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
SEE PART III, LINE 1.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
DIGITAL: DURING THE CALENDAR YEAR, PRIORITIES EXPANDED ITS ACTIVITIES TO FURTHER DEVELOP OUR LONG TERM RESEARCH, DIGITAL, AND COMMUNICATIONS PROGRAM TO MOBILIZE AMERICANS ON THE ISSUES THAT AFFECT THEIR LIVES. THAT INCLUDED CONDUCTING RESEARCH TO IDENTIFY THE BEST METHODS AND MEDIUMS TO REACH THOSE IMPACTED BY POLICY DECISIONS, AND THEN REACHING DIRECTLY TO THESE CITIZENS ON VITAL ISSUES VIA DIGITAL COMMUNICATIONS.
VOTING RIGHTS: DURING THE 2021 CALENDAR YEAR, PRIORITIES USA PURSUED A MISSION OF ENSURING THAT THE DEMOCRATIC PROCESS IS ACCESSIBLE TO EVERY CITIZEN. WE PURSUED THIS EFFORT BY FOCUSING ON TWO MAIN AREAS WE FELT WERE MOST VITAL TO THIS MISSION. THESE AREAS WERE 1) LITIGATING THROUGH OUR JUDICIAL SYSTEM TO OVERTURN LAWS THAT RESTRICT ACCESS TO THE BALLOT ONCE THEY PASSED THEIR LEGISLATURES AND 2) SUPPORTING PROGRAMS THAT WORKED TO SUPPORT THESE GOALS.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Guy Cecil President | OfficerTrustee | 40 | $244,726 |
Danielle Butterfield Executive Director | Officer | 40 | $240,368 |
Aneesa Mcmillan-Deputy Executive Director - Communications | 40 | $168,928 | |
Nicholas Ahamed-Deputy Executive Director - Political | 40 | $160,595 | |
Jacqueline Grimsley Treasurer (beg. 11/21) | Officer | 40 | $103,928 |
Jill Shesol Non-Voting CFO & Treas. (end 11/21) | Officer | 40 | $38,333 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Elias Law Group Litigation Services | 12/30/21 | $398,655 |
Gambit Strategies Advertising Services | 12/30/21 | $3,967,575 |
Perkins Coie Llp Litigation Services | 12/30/21 | $1,782,448 |
The Kauffman Group Fundraising Consulting | 12/30/21 | $290,250 |
Hart Research Associates Polling And Research | 12/30/21 | $246,000 |
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 | $13,988,781 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $13,988,781 |
| 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 | $14,237,293 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $3,207,477 |
| 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. | $726,805 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $161,744 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $1,071,215 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $11,538 |
| Other employee benefits | $40,464 |
| Payroll taxes | $130,505 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $205,434 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $104,457 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $290,250 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $396,730 |
| Advertising and promotion | $3,984,579 |
| Office expenses | $80,897 |
| Information technology | $96,231 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $0 |
| Travel | $24,723 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $1,367 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $0 |
| Insurance | $115,635 |
| All other expenses | $1,354 |
| Total functional expenses | $13,338,320 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $5,884,430 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $63,328 |
| Total assets | $5,947,758 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $363,550 |
| 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 | $363,550 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $5,584,208 |
| 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 | $5,947,758 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Priorities Usa has awarded $3,202,477 in support to 2 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
PRIORITIES USA ACTION PURPOSE: ADVOCACY AND GENERAL OPERATIONS | $3,127,477 |
New Rochelle, NY PURPOSE: ADVOCACY AND GENERAL OPERATIONS | $75,000 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 3 grants that Priorities Usa has recieved totaling $13,982,608.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Fund For A Better Future Inc Sacramento, CA PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $10,000,000 |
America Works Usa Washington, DC PURPOSE: social welfare | $2,400,000 |
Priorities Usa Foundation Washington, DC PURPOSE: VOTER ACCESS LITIGATION AND EDUCATIONAL COMMUNICATIONS | $1,582,608 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
State Voices Washington, DC | $32,318,312 | $24,090,383 |
The Voter Participation Center Washington, DC | $12,945,597 | $10,906,666 |
Priorities Usa Washington, DC | $5,947,758 | $14,237,293 |
Alliance For Youth Organizing Washington, DC | $12,932,040 | $8,998,688 |
League Of Women Voters Of The United States Washington, DC | $9,735,130 | $8,464,065 |
Americans United For Separation Of Church And State Inc Washington, DC | $23,342,490 | $14,241,073 |
Accountable Us Washington, DC | $5,315,139 | $8,894,182 |
League Of Women Voters Education Fund Washington, DC | $12,664,352 | $7,936,541 |
Young Invincibles Washington, DC | $7,264,869 | $9,448,483 |
Collective Education Fund Washington, DC | $367,294 | $5,397,958 |
Fair Elections Center Washington, DC | $3,661,205 | $3,442,045 |
Fairvote Takoma Park, MD | $4,251,157 | $4,696,219 |