International Foundation For Electoral Systems
- Assets
- $37.2m
- Revenue
- $78.0m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 253
- Location
- Arlington, VA
- Founding
- 02/1988
- Data as of
- 09/2023
- EIN
- 52-1527835
Organization Overview
International Foundation For Electoral Systems is located in Arlington, VA. The organization was established in 1988. According to its NTEE Classification (Q30) the organization is classified as: International Development, under the broad grouping of International, Foreign Affairs & National Security and related organizations. As of 09/2023, International Foundation For Electoral Systems employed 253 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. International Foundation For Electoral Systems 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 09/2023, International Foundation For Electoral Systems generated $78.0m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 8 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 3.9% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $79.2m during the year ending 09/2023. While expenses have increased by 4.0% 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 2019, International Foundation For Electoral Systems has awarded 12 individual grants totaling $3,722,419. 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
IFES IS DEDICATED TO SUPPORTING DEMOCRACY WORLDWIDE THROUGH COLLABORATION WITH CIVIL SOCIETY, PUBLIC INSTITUTIONS, AND THE PRIVATE SECTOR TO FACILITATE ELECTIONS, ENSURE ALL PEOPLE CAN PARTICIPATE IN POLITICAL PROCESES, HALT CORRUPTION AND BUILD DEMOCRATIC TRUST, AND ENSURE THAT TECHNOLOGY SUPPORTS RATHER THAN UNDERMINES DEMOCRACY.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
THE SEAT PROGRAM IN NIGERIA AIMS TO:1) BUILD THE CAPACITY OF NIGERIAN ELECTION ADMINISTRATION AT THE NATIONAL AND STATE LEVELS TO EFFECTIVELY AND EFFICIENTLY IMPLEMENT CREDIBLE ELECTORAL PROCESSES. 2) BETTER INFORM AND ENGAGE NIGERIAN CITIZENS ON ELECTORAL AND POLITICAL PROCESSES, AND 3) ENGAGE IN INTERNATIONAL OBSERVATION TO PROMOTE THE TRANSPARENCY OF NIGERIAN ELECTIONS.
IFES PROVIDES TARGETED TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE TO STRENGTHEN TRANSITIONAL DEMOCRACIES AS WELL AS PROVIDE TECHNICAL ELECTORAL ASSISTANCE ACROSS MANY AREAS OF DEMOCRACY DEVELOPMENT. THESE INCLUDE EMPOWERING THE UNDERREPRESENTED TO PARTICIPATE IN THE POLITICAL PROCESS, EDUCATION IN ELECTORAL ASSISTANCE, CIVIL SOCIETY, GOVERNANCE, WOMEN'S RIGHTS AND RULE OF LAW.
THE UKRAINE RESPONSIVE AND ACCOUNTABLE POLITICS PROGRAM STRIVES TO ENSURE THAT POLITICAL COMPETITION IN UKRAINE IS FAIRER AND MORE TRANSPARENT, AND POLITICAL ACTORS ARE MORE REPRESENTATIVE OF AND ACCOUNTABLE TO CITIZENS.
IFES BANGLADESH PROGRAM IN FY 23 WORKED ON THE BANGLADESHI ELECTION PROCESS.IFES WORKED AS MUCH AS POSSIBLE THROUGH ESTABLISHED AND REGISTERED LOCAL PARTNERS AND MINIMIZE CONDUCTING ACTIVITIES ON ITS OWN ACCORD, DOING SO ONLY IN LESS CONTROVERSIAL AREAS (E.G. WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP, DISABILITY INCLUSION) IN LINE WITH THE WORK PLAN. IFES HAS A STRONG AND LONG TRACK RECORD OF PROGRAMMING UNDER THIS APPROACH.IN TERMS OF LOCAL PARTNERS, IFES CONDUCTED DIGITAL AND PHYSICAL SAFETY TRAININGS TO HELP BUILD THEIR CAPACITIES AND AWARENESS ON SECURITY AND SAFETY RISKS AND CONCERNS.IFES WILL CONTINUE TO NOT TAKE ANY MEETINGS WITH LEADERS OR ACTORS FROM THE GOVERNMENT, PARTIES OR ANY OTHER AFFILIATES, UNLESS ABSOLUTELY NECESSARY FOR PROGRAMMING OR OPERATIONS AND ONLY IF PRIOR APPROVAL HAS BEEN PROVIDED BY USAID.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
J Kenneth Blackwell Co-Chairman, Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
William C Eacho Co-Chairman, Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
June L Dehart Vice Chairman, Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Theodore Sedgwick Vice Chairman, Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Garvin Brown Treasurer, Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Randal C Teague Secretary, Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Riley Risk Inc Security Services | 9/29/23 | $637,765 |
Vorys Sater Seymour & Pease Legal Services | 9/29/23 | $334,809 |
Gardaworld Security Services | 9/29/23 | $283,424 |
Caktus Consulting Group Hosting Fees | 9/29/23 | $263,153 |
K2 International Lodging & Life Support | 9/29/23 | $246,774 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $58,684,285 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $19,140,524 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $77,824,809 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $89,657 |
| 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 | $77,964,041 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $1,505,540 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $4,578,777 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $2,780,298 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $755,504 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $29,540,813 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $1,179,069 |
| Other employee benefits | $6,482,324 |
| Payroll taxes | $1,534,111 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $357,442 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $259,497 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $11,262,839 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $1,360,852 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $1,536,358 |
| Travel | $3,980,333 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $382,846 |
| Insurance | $542,146 |
| All other expenses | $839,685 |
| Total functional expenses | $79,210,610 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $188 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $16,407,212 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $4,628,220 |
| 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 | $971,617 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $2,274,505 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $12,941,272 |
| Total assets | $37,223,014 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $7,692,191 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $11,108,233 |
| 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 | $14,813,399 |
| Total liabilities | $33,613,823 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $3,181,868 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $427,323 |
| 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 | $37,223,014 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, International Foundation For Electoral Systems has awarded $1,505,540 in support to 4 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
NATIONAL DEMOCRATIC INSTITUTE FOR INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS PURPOSE: TECHNICAL ELECTORAL ASSISTANCE & EDUCATION | $107,669 |
AMERICAN BAR ASSOCIATION PURPOSE: TECHNICAL ELECTORAL ASSISTANCE & EDUCATION | $812,855 |
INTERNEWS NETWORK PURPOSE: TECHNICAL ELECTORAL ASSISTANCE & EDUCATION | $497,201 |
GLOBAL HUNGER PROJECT PURPOSE: TECHNICAL ELECTORAL ASSISTANCE & EDUCATION | $87,815 |