People For The American Way
- Assets
- $6.7m
- Revenue
- $6.5m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 58
- Location
- Washington, DC
- Founding
- 12/1984
- Data as of
- 09/2023
- EIN
- 52-1366721
Organization Overview
People For The American Way is located in Washington, DC. The organization was established in 1984. According to its NTEE Classification (R01) the organization is classified as: Alliances & Advocacy, under the broad grouping of Civil Rights, Social Action & Advocacy and related organizations. As of 09/2023, People For The American Way employed 58 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. People For The American Way 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 09/2023, People For The American Way generated $6.5m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 8 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 3.1% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $9.0m during the year ending 09/2023. While expenses have increased by 6.6% per year over the past 8 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.
Since 2016, People For The American Way has awarded 19 individual grants totaling $245,725. 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
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
MOBILIZE MEMBERS AND ACTIVISTS TO FIGHT FOR PUBLIC POLICIES THAT REFLECT THE VALUES OF FREEDOM, FAIRNESS, AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITY.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
CAMPAIGNS AND PROGRAMS - TO MOBILIZE COMMUNITY AND CULTURAL LEADERS TO ADVANCE PEOPLE FOR'S CORE PRIORITIES
GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS CONDUCT RESEARCH ANALYSIS TO PROMOTE AND DEFEND CONSTITUTIONAL LIBERTIES AS WELL AS PROVIDE EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT ON VARIOUS PUBLIC POLICY ISSUES WHICH ALSO SUPPORT CONSTITUTIONAL LIBERTIES.
COMMUNICATIONS AND RESEARCH - PROVIDE INFORMATION TO MEDIA, ACTIVISTS AND GENERAL PUBLIC EDUCATING THEM ABOUT ORGANIZATIONAL ISSUES, POSITIONS, ACTIVITIES AND PUBLICATIONS THROUGH EVENTS, MULTIMEDIA OUTREACH STRATEGIES, PRESS RELEASES, DISTRIBUTION OF OP-EDS AND EDITORIAL MEMORANDA. EDUCATE MEMBERS AND ACTIVISTS TO ENGAGE IN ORGANIZATIONAL CAMPAIGNS AT THE LOCAL, STATE AND NATIONAL LEVELS.
PROGRAM MANAGEMENT AND OVERSIGHT- SHORT AND LONG TERM STRATEGIC PLANNING ON ORGANIZATIONAL ISSUES AS WELL AS COORDINATE ACTIVITIES BETWEEN VARIOUS PROGRAMS.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Cristela Alonzo Director | Trustee | 0.25 | $0 |
David Altschul Co-Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 1.5 | $0 |
Alec Baldwin Director | Trustee | 0.25 | $0 |
Lara Bergthold Co-Chair | OfficerTrustee | 1.5 | $0 |
David Bowen Director | Trustee | 0.25 | $0 |
Jamal Bryant Director | Trustee | 0.25 | $0 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Rwt Producti Llc Direct Mail Print, Data Processing, Mail | 9/29/23 | $997,934 |
1101 Fifteenth Llc Rent And Storage | 9/29/23 | $847,195 |
Everyaction Inc Database Management | 9/29/23 | $304,256 |
O'brien Garrett Direct Mail Consultant | 9/29/23 | $343,250 |
Media Cause Inc Digital Marketing | 9/29/23 | $193,000 |
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 | $6,428,657 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $6,428,657 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $434 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $47,406 |
| 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 | $6,498,941 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $57,277 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $5,250 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $575,370 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $263,691 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $3,208,008 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $99,945 |
| Other employee benefits | $347,846 |
| Payroll taxes | $283,117 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $38,989 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $53,548 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $2,222,808 |
| Advertising and promotion | $342,582 |
| Office expenses | $117,714 |
| Information technology | $570,394 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $590,358 |
| Travel | $105,221 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $35,156 |
| Interest | $109,444 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $44,012 |
| Insurance | $104,854 |
| All other expenses | $3,245 |
| Total functional expenses | $9,046,897 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $3,244 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $1,220,476 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $63,105 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $21,341 |
| 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 | $144,029 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $340,690 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $4,954,949 |
| Total assets | $6,747,834 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $1,277,248 |
| 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 | $8,534,493 |
| Total liabilities | $9,811,741 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | -$4,105,847 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $1,041,940 |
| 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 | $6,747,834 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, People For The American Way has awarded $37,000 in support to 5 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
BLACKPUSH PURPOSE: EXECUTING A GOTV TOUR IN GEORGIA TARGETING BLACK MEN BETWEEN 18-65 AT COLLEGE COMPUSES, BARBERSHOPS, COMMUNITY CENTERS AND LOCAL PARKS. | $10,000 |
CIVIC ENSEMBLE INC PURPOSE: IRPS GRANTEE | $6,000 |
ITHACA YOUTH BUREAU PURPOSE: IRPS GRANTEE | $7,000 |
VILLAGE AT ITHACA PURPOSE: IRPS GRANTEE | $7,000 |
OPPORTUNITIES ALTERNATIVES & RESOURCES (OAR) OF TOMPKINS COUNTY PURPOSE: SUPPORT FEDERAL DEMOCRACY REFORM | $7,000 |