Voter Network Foundation
- Assets
- $226.5k
- Revenue
- $408.8k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 3
- Location
- Merriam, KS
- Founding
- 12/1994
- Data as of
- 12/2021
- EIN
- 48-1143190
Organization Overview
Voter Network Foundation is located in Merriam, KS. The organization was established in 1994. 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, Voter Network Foundation employed 3 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Voter Network Foundation 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, Voter Network Foundation generated $408.8k in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 7 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 11.5% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $358.4k during the year ending 12/2021. While expenses have increased by 14.8% per year over the past 7 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
2021
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
THE VOTER NETWORK (FORMERLY THE MAINSTREAM EDUCATION FOUNDATION) IS A 501(C)(3) NONPARTISAN NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION DEDICATED TO ENGAGING KANSANS TO BECOME THE BEST INFORMED, HIGHEST VOTING TURNOUT POPULATION IN THE COUNTRY. WE ACCOMPLISH THIS THROUGH A SUITE OF INNOVATIVE TOOLS PROVEN TO INCREASE VOTER TURNOUT, WHICH INCLUDE OUR GROUNDBREAKING VOTER TO VOTER PROJECT AND KSBALLOT.ORG. COMMUNITIES THAT HAVE ROUTINELY BEEN UNDERMINED IN THE POLITICAL PROCESS INCLUDING YOUTH, PEOPLE OF COLOR, LGBTQ+ INDIVIDUALS, AND SINGLE WOMEN, VOTE AT LOWER RATES THAN OTHERS. AS SUCH, THESE VOICES ARE NOT BEING HEARD AND CURRENT POLICIES AT ALL LEVELS OF GOVERNMENT REFLECT THAT. OUR GOAL IS TO INCREASE NONPARTISAN PARTICIPATION IN THE VOTING PROCESS AS A STRATEGY TO IMPROVE HEALTH OUTCOMES AND BUILD CIVIC LEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES IN THESE UNDERREPRESENTED COMMUNITIES.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
VOTER TO VOTER IS THE VOTER NETWORK'S SIGNATURE VOTER ENGAGEMENT EFFORT. IT IS AN INNOVATIVE, NONPARTISAN GET-OUT-THE-VOTE PROGRAM THAT ASKS KANSAS VOTERS TO CONNECT WITH TEN PEOPLE THEY ALREADY KNOW AND ENCOURAGE THEM TO GET OUT TO VOTE. WITH AN ONLINE TOOL, COMPREHENSIVE SUPPORT, AND A WELCOMING COMMUNITY OF VOTING AMBASSADORS, VOTER TO VOTER IS MAKING A REAL DIFFERENCE IN VOTER TURNOUT. IN 2018, WHEN RECORD TURNOUT REACHED 51% IN KANSAS, VOTER TO VOTER TURNED OUT 82% OF ITS PARTICIPANTS. AMONG INFREQUENT VOTERS, IT WAS 75% COMPARED TO THE STATE'S 33% TURNOUT. IN 2019, IT NEARLY DOUBLED STATE TURNOUT. OVER 20,000 VOTERS WERE CONNECTED TO THE TOOL IN 2020. IN 2021, WE REACHED 30,000 VOTERS THROUGH OVER 500 VOLUNTEER AMBASSADORS.
KSBALLOT.ORG IS A COMPREHENSIVE, STATEWIDE NONPARTISAN BALLOT GUIDE FOR ALL KANSANS. WITH KSBALLOT.ORG, VOTERS CAN SEE WHO AND WHAT IS ON THEIR BALLOT, RESEARCH CANDIDATES, FIND THEIR POLLING PLACE, MAKE A PLAN TO VOTE, AND GET REMINDERS TO CAST THEIR BALLOT, ALL IN ONE EASY PLACE. THIS IS ANOTHER TOOL FOR NONPARTISAN POLITICAL ENGAGEMENT FROM THE VOTER NETWORK.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Larry Meeker President | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
David Smith Vice President | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Kelli Oliver George Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Cindy Lane Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Michael Poppa Executive Director | Officer | 20 | $0 |
Ed Peterson Board Member | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $77,311 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $0 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $340,069 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $417,380 |
| 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 | -$17,098 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $8,502 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $408,785 |
| 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. | $31,054 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $4,658 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $203,240 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $9,760 |
| Payroll taxes | $10,756 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $12,982 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $7,234 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $38,832 |
| Information technology | $31,556 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $0 |
| Travel | $577 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $250 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $12,195 |
| Insurance | $0 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $358,436 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $196,351 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $7,500 |
| 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 | $22,636 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $226,487 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $32,660 |
| 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 | $100,000 |
| Total liabilities | $132,660 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $42,602 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $51,225 |
| 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 | $226,487 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 2 grants that Voter Network Foundation has recieved totaling $98,000.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Health Care Foundation Of Greater Kansas City Kansas City, MO PURPOSE: GROWING GRASSROOTS POWER FOR YEAR-ROUND CIVIC ENGAGEMENT | $75,000 |
Tides Foundation San Francisco, CA PURPOSE: HEALTHY INDIVIDUALS AND COMMUNITIES | $23,000 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Western Conservation Action Denver, CO | $3,753,019 | $5,555,123 |
Civic Nebraska Lincoln, NE | $3,435,833 | $3,393,162 |
Conservation Colorado Denver, CO | $1,793,599 | $1,975,410 |
New Era Colorado Foundation Boulder, CO | $2,893,217 | $981,522 |
Bell Policy Center Denver, CO | $1,810,154 | $1,791,283 |
Nebraska Civic Engagement Table Lincoln, NE | $1,531,113 | $1,963,034 |
Missouri Organizing And Voter Engagement Collaborative St Louis, MO | $1,678,519 | $859,836 |
Jonathan Project Inc Springfield, MO | $951 | $478,535 |
Missouri Organizing And Voter Engagement Action St Louis, MO | $2,750,643 | $1,910,182 |
Voter Network Foundation Merriam, KS | $226,487 | $408,785 |
Missouri Jobs With Justice Voter Action St Louis, MO | $558,722 | $242,883 |
League Of Women Voters Of Colorado Lwvco Denver, CO | $720,955 | $330,611 |