Fair Work Center
- Assets
- $3.2m
- Revenue
- $23.4m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 19
- Location
- Seattle, WA
- Founding
- 05/2016
- Data as of
- 12/2021
- EIN
- 47-5249092
Organization Overview
Fair Work Center is located in Seattle, WA. The organization was established in 2016. According to its NTEE Classification (J01) the organization is classified as: Alliances & Advocacy, under the broad grouping of Employment and related organizations. As of 12/2021, Fair Work Center employed 19 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Fair Work Center 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 12/2021, Fair Work Center generated $23.4m in total revenue. All expenses for the organization totaled $24.0m during the year ending 12/2021.
Since 2020, Fair Work Center has awarded 47 individual grants totaling $1,646,971. 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
WE ARE WORKERS, UNITED ACROSS DIFFERENT INDUSTRIES TO IMPROVE OUR WORKING CONDITIONS AND OUR LIVES. WE ARE COMING TOGETHER AS A MULTIRACIAL COMMUNITY OF WORKING PEOPLE, INCLUDING IMMIGRANTS, WOMEN, PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES, AND LGBTQ+ WORKERS. WE BUILD POWER THROUGH EDUCATION, ORGANIZING, AND ENFORCEMENT. WE WORK TO RAISE AND UPHOLD STANDARDS IN THE WORKPLACE. AND WE FIGHT FOR ECONOMIC AND RACIAL JUSTICE IN OUR COMMUNITIES.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
THE RAISE WAGES NOW PROJECT WAS A FISCALLY SPONSORED PROJECT OF THE FAIR WORK CENTER. RWN PERFORMED RESEARCH AND DESIGN WORK AROUND A POTENTIAL NATIONAL MEMBERSHIP ORGANIZATION OFFERING BOTH ADVOCACY TOOLS AND FINANCIAL HEALTH PRODUCTS, DEDICATED TO BUILDING A MORE FINANCIALLY SECURE FUTURE FOR WORKERS AND THEIR FAMILIES. THE PROJECT AND FWC'S FISCAL SPONSORSHIP ENDED IN 2021.
OUTREACH AND EDUCATION - THE FAIR WORK CENTER CONDUCTS COMMUNITY-BASED KNOW YOUR RIGHTS WORKSHOPS ABOUT WORKPLACE RIGHTS; WE PROVIDE RESOURCES OUTLINING WORKING RIGHTS AND PROTECTIONS, AND WE HELP WORKERS NAVIGATE CITY, STATE AND FEDERAL GOVERNMENT AGENCIES TO ENFORCE THOSE RIGHTS.
COVID-19 IMMIGRANT RELIEF - IN 2020, THE ORGANIZATION RECEIVED A 38,000,000 GRANT FROM THE WA COVID-19 IMMIGRANT RELIEF FUND DESIGNATED FOR ONE-TIME CASH ASISSTANCE PAYMENTS TO ELIGIBLE APPLICANTS EXPERIENCING HARDSHIP DUE TO THE PUBLIC HEALTH EMERGENCY RELATED TO THE CORONAVIRUS DISEASE; FINAL DISBURSEMENTS FOR THIS PROGRAM WERE MADE IN 2021.
LEGAL CLINIC - THE FAIR WORK LEGAL CLINIC IS A FREE CIVIL LEGAL AID CLINIC. WE PROVIDE FREE INDIVIDUAL CONSULTATIONS, PRO SE ASSISTANCE, REPRESENTATION IN ADMINISTRATIVE ENFORCEMENT PROCESSES, AND CONDUCT STATE LITIGATION REGARDING EMPLOYMENT LAW, INCLUDING WAGE AND HOUR, DISCRIMINATION, AND RETALIATION. WE ENSURE THAT WORKERS KNOW THEIR RIGHTS UNDER CITY, STATE, AND FEDERAL LAW AND THAT EMPLOYERS ARE HELD ACCOUNTABLE TO LABOR STANDARDS. PORT OF SEATTLE TRAINING SERIES FOR WORKERS' RIGHTS AND WORKER SUPPORT. WA OFFICE OF CIVIL LEGAL AID SUPPORT
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Danielle Alvarado Executive Di | Officer | 20 | $107,080 |
Rachel Lauter Executive Di | Officer | 20 | $84,346 |
David Rolf President | Officer | 32 | $40,894 |
Rebecca Saldana Vice Preside | Officer | 1 | $0 |
Rebecca Smith Treasurer | Officer | 1 | $0 |
Charlotte Noss Board Member | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
M&r Strategic Services Consultant | 12/30/20 | $259,800 |
Thinkshout Web Dev | 12/30/20 | $170,858 |
Jamil Poonja Finance | 12/30/20 | $150,234 |
Newman Partners Consultant | 12/30/20 | $135,778 |
Bloom Strategic Services Consultant | 12/30/20 | $101,601 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $1,565,294 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $21,839,798 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $23,405,092 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $43,265 |
| Investment income | $830 |
| 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 | $23,449,187 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $729,978 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $20,864,000 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $191,426 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $31,938 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $1,044,159 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $52,592 |
| Other employee benefits | $155,771 |
| Payroll taxes | $123,723 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $24,544 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $35,252 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $78,216 |
| Advertising and promotion | $1,029 |
| Office expenses | $27,570 |
| Information technology | $25,700 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $86,918 |
| Travel | $9,659 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $8,124 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $3,819 |
| Insurance | $11,259 |
| All other expenses | $54,954 |
| Total functional expenses | $24,037,700 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $1,914,427 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $31,927 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $963,212 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $277,434 |
| 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 | $11,000 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $10,558 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $3,208,558 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $581,766 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $40,873 |
| 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 | $622,639 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $1,890,619 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $695,300 |
| 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 | $3,208,558 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Fair Work Center has awarded $719,978 in support to 14 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
COLECTIVA LEGAL DEL PUEBLO PURPOSE: IMMIGRANT RELIEF | $136,800 |
Seatac, WA PURPOSE: PASSTHROUGH | $99,969 |
Seattle, WA PURPOSE: RAISE WAGES NOW | $97,121 |
LGBTQ ALLYSHIP PURPOSE: PASSTHROUGH | $81,667 |
Seattle, WA PURPOSE: PASSTHROUGH | $61,234 |
Williamsburg, VA PURPOSE: PASSTHROUGH | $55,987 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 10 grants that Fair Work Center has recieved totaling $21,481,500.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Legal Foundation Of Washington Seattle, WA | | $20,906,500 |
Service Employees International Union Seattle, WA PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $150,000 |
Satterberg Foundation Seattle, WA PURPOSE: GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | $125,000 |
Ford Foundation New York, NY PURPOSE: CORE SUPPORT FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF A STATEWIDE CAMPAIGN TO ORGANIZE GIG WORKERS TO INCREASE THEIR LABOR STANDARDS WHILE CONTINUING THEIR GIG WORKER ORGANIZING IN SEATTLE, WA | $100,000 |
Stolte Family Foundation Seattle, WA PURPOSE: FUNDING FOR GENERAL CHARITABLE OPERATIONS | $50,000 |
Stolte Family Foundation Seattle, WA PURPOSE: FUNDING FOR GENERAL CHARITABLE OPERATIONS | $50,000 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Fair Work Center Seattle, WA | $3,208,558 | $23,449,187 |
Washington State Tree Fruit Association Yakima, WA | $1,753,532 | $1,783,381 |
Smacna Columbia Chapter Portland, OR | $2,111,957 | $1,356,476 |
Voz Workers Rights Education Project Portland, OR | $1,004,281 | $955,718 |
Idaho Defense Alliance Inc Boise, ID | $841,501 | $1,393,622 |
Douglas Timber Operators Roseburg, OR | $207,125 | $271,097 |
Institute For Sustainable Diversity And Inclusion Kenmore, WA | $107,001 | $294,679 |
Jobs With Justice Education Fund Portland, OR | $300,344 | $0 |
Buy Idaho Incorporated Boise, ID | $114,350 | $150,755 |
Pacific Logging Congress Eatonville, WA | $132,368 | $0 |
International Academy Of Gnathology Bellingham, WA | $176,516 | $127,129 |
Oregon Draymen & Warehousemens Association Portland, OR | $4,506 | $0 |