The Sentencing Project
- Assets
- $7.3m
- Revenue
- $4.1m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 28
- Location
- Washington, DC
- Founding
- 04/1987
- Data as of
- 12/2023
- EIN
- 52-1472546
Organization Overview
The Sentencing Project is located in Washington, DC. The organization was established in 1987. According to its NTEE Classification (I05) the organization is classified as: Research Institutes & Public Policy Analysis, under the broad grouping of Crime & Legal-Related and related organizations. As of 12/2023, Sentencing Project employed 28 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Sentencing Project 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 12/2023, Sentencing Project generated $4.1m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 8 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 19.2% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $5.5m during the year ending 12/2023. While expenses have increased by 18.6% 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 2021, Sentencing Project has awarded 51 individual grants totaling $718,000. 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:
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RESEARCH AND EDUCATION ON CRIMINAL JUSTICE POLICY ISSUES,ADVOCACY FOR CRIMINAL JUSTICE REFORM.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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RESEARCH AND PUBLIC EDUCATION: THE ORGANIZATION MONITORS THE CRIMINAL JUSTICE SYSTEM AND PRODUCES RESEARCH AND POLICY ANALYSES TO EDUCATE THE PUBLIC ABOUT THE IMPACT OF CRIMINAL JUSTICE LAWS, POLICIES, AND PRACTICES. FINDINGS ARE SHARED THROUGH HIGHLY VISIBLE PUBLIC EDUCATION CAMPAIGNS THAT INCLUDE EARNED MEDIA, WEBINARS, NEWSLETTERS, ACTION ALERTS, AND SOCIAL MEDIA. POLICY PRIORITIES INCLUDE EXTREME SENTENCING, VOTING RIGHTS, YOUTH JUSTICE, AND RACIAL AND ETHNIC DISPARITIES.
VOTING RIGHTS: THE ORGANIZATION IS A LEADER IN NATIONAL EFFORTS TO EDUCATE THE PUBLIC ABOUT THE DISENFRANCHISEMENT OF JUSTICE-INVOLVED PEOPLE, THE RACIALLY DISPARATE IMPACTS OF CURRENT FELONY DISENFRANCHISEMENT LAWS AND JAIL PRACTICES, AND THE NEED TO IMPLEMENT UNIVERSAL SUFFRAGE FOR ALL CITIZENS IN ORDER TO END THE ROLE OF THE CRIMINAL LEGAL SYSTEM IN MEDIATING THE CENTRAL RIGHT OF VOTING IN A DEMOCRACY. IT WORKS AT THE FEDERAL, STATE AND LOCAL LEVEL TO ADVOCATE FOR FULL VOTING RIGHTS FOR INDIVIDUALS IN JAIL, PRISON, AND THE COMMUNITY REGARDLESS OF CONVICTION STATUS.
EXTREME SENTENCING: THE ORGANIZATION PLAYS A LEADERSHIP ROLE IN CAMPAIGNS AND COALITIONS AT THE NATIONAL, STATE, AND LOCAL LEVEL IN SUPPORT OF POLICIES THAT EXPAND THE USE OF POST-CONVICTION RELEASE MECHANISMS, ELIMINATE VIRTUAL LIFE SENTENCES AND LIFE SENTENCES WITHOUT PAROLE, CAP SENTENCES AT 20 YEARS, AND FOSTER A CULTURE THAT REJECTS EXCESSIVE PUNISHMENT IN FAVOR OF RESTORATIVE APPROACHES TO SAFETY. THE ORGANIZATION PRODUCES CUTTING-EDGE RESEARCH AND PROMOTES MEDIA AND STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT ON SENTENCING POLICIES, REFORMS, AND IMPACTS TO FOSTER A SHIFT IN THE NATIONAL NARRATIVE AROUND EXTREME SENTENCES. IN RESPONSE TO THE EVOLVING SECOND LOOK MOVEMENT, THE ORGANIZATION LAUNCHED THE SECOND LOOK NETWORK (THE NETWORK) IN MARCH 2023. THE NETWORK IS COMPOSED OF OVER 250 MEMBERS REPRESENTING 100 ORGANIZATIONS, PUBLIC DEFENDER OFFICES, AND LAW SCHOOL CLINICS ACROSS THE US THAT PROVIDE DIRECT LEGAL REPRESENTATION TO PERSONS SERVING EXTREME SENTENCES. THE NETWORK ENSURES THAT DEFENSE TEAMS ARE CONNECTED, SUPPORTED, AND EQUIPPED TO PROVIDE EFFECTIVE SENTENCE REVIEW AND PAROLE REPRESENTATION.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Henderson Hill President | OfficerTrustee | 0.7 | $0 |
Santha Sonenberg Vice-President | OfficerTrustee | 0.7 | $0 |
Mark Macdougall Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 0.7 | $0 |
Ashley Mcswain Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 0.7 | $0 |
Marc M Howard Director | Trustee | 0.7 | $0 |
Angela J Davis Director | Trustee | 0.7 | $0 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Meraki Communications Group Llc Strategic Communications | 12/30/23 | $382,916 |
Richard Mendel Senior Research Fellow | 12/30/23 | $111,021 |
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 | $3,955,725 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $3,955,725 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $29,269 |
| Investment income | $182,759 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $1,129 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | -$19,822 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $4,149,060 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $279,000 |
| 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. | $380,984 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $192,317 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $1,737,150 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $63,337 |
| Other employee benefits | $213,279 |
| Payroll taxes | $168,158 |
| Fees for services: Management | $14,572 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $30,052 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $136,753 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $153,534 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $84,845 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $964,853 |
| Advertising and promotion | $132,780 |
| Office expenses | $68,418 |
| Information technology | $88,495 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $139,633 |
| Travel | $179,402 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $326,920 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $100,831 |
| Insurance | $5,514 |
| All other expenses | $20,996 |
| Total functional expenses | $5,505,348 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $1,931,844 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $1,004,648 |
| 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 | $66,056 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $166,489 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $4,018,417 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $86,919 |
| Total assets | $7,274,373 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $165,728 |
| 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 | $363,489 |
| Total liabilities | $529,217 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $4,303,910 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $2,441,246 |
| 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 | $7,274,373 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, The Sentencing Project has awarded $274,000 in support to 17 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
RELEASE AGING PEOPLE IN PRISON (RAPP) PURPOSE: SUPPORT NON-PARTISAN ACTIVITIES RELATED TO THE GRANTOR'S EDUCATIONAL CAMPAIGN ON ELIMINATING THE USE OF MANDATORY LIFE WITHOUT PAROLE SENTENCES, WITH A PARTICULAR FOCUS ON AGING PERSONS. | $20,000 |
STAND IN FOR NEBRASKA PURPOSE: SUPPORT NON-PARTISAN ACTIVITIES RELATED TO THE GRANTOR'S EDUCATIONAL CAMPAIGN ON ELIMINATING THE USE OF MANDATORY LIFE WITHOUT PAROLE SENTENCES FOR THOSE UNDER AGE 21, AND THE NEED FOR THE CREATION OF EARNED TIME FOR GOOD BEHAVIOR. | $12,000 |
ACLU-RI PURPOSE: ORGANIZE COMMUNITY EFFORTS TO SUPPORT CAMPAIGN TO END LIFE WITHOUT PAROLE. | $15,000 |
NEW LIFE WORSHIP CENTER PURPOSE: EXPAND CAPACITY THROUGH ADDITIONAL STAFFING, AID IN THE FULL CITIZEN'S COALITION'S HIRING AND CAPACITY EXPANSION, AND ORGANIZING AND TRAINING OF IMPACTED PERSONS TO RUN COMMUNITY WORKSHOPS ON CIVIC ENGAGEMENT. | $10,000 |
NEW JERSEY INSTITUTE FOR SOCIAL JUSTICE PURPOSE: SUPPORT NON-PARTISAN ACTIVITIES RELATED TO THE GRANTOR'S FACILITATION OF IT'S REFORM ALLIANCE FOR CIVIC ENGAGEMENT (RACE) COUNCIL COMPRISED OF FORMERLY INCARCERATED INDIVIDUALS. | $10,000 |
CRIMINAL JUSTICE POLICY COALITION PURPOSE: SUPPORT NON-PARTISAN ACTIVITIES RELATED TO THE GRANTOR'S CAMPAIGN TO END LIFE WITHOUT PAROLE IN MASSACHUSETTS. | $12,000 |