The Project On Government Oversight Inc
- Assets
- $11.7m
- Revenue
- $7.9m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 62
- Location
- Washington, DC
- Founding
- 12/1991
- Data as of
- 12/2023
- EIN
- 52-1739443
Organization Overview
The Project On Government Oversight Inc is located in Washington, DC. The organization was established in 1991. According to its NTEE Classification (W20) the organization is classified as: Government & Public Administration, under the broad grouping of Public & Societal Benefit and related organizations. As of 12/2023, Project On Government Oversight Inc employed 62 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Project On Government Oversight Inc 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, Project On Government Oversight Inc generated $7.9m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 9 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 9.2% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $8.0m during the year ending 12/2023. While expenses have increased by 12.4% per year over the past 9 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 2015, Project On Government Oversight Inc has awarded 14 individual grants totaling $634,042. 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
THE PROJECT ON GOVERNMENT OVERSIGHT (POGO) IS A NONPARTISAN INDEPENDENT WATCHDOG THAT INVESTIGATES AND EXPOSES WASTE, CORRUPTION, ABUSE OF POWER, AND WHEN THE GOVERNMENT FAILS TO SERVE THE PUBLIC OR SILENCES THOSE WHO REPORT WRONGDOING.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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GENERAL PROGRAM AND POLICY: POGO'S GENERAL PROGRAM AND POLICY WORK IS DIRECTED TOWARD PROTECTING AND STRENGTHENING ANTI-CORRUPTION AND GOOD GOVERNMENT MECHANISMS AT THE FEDERAL LEVEL. A GOVERNMENT THAT IS RESPONSIVE TO THE NEEDS OF THE PEOPLE IT SERVES HELPS STRENGTHEN OUR DEMOCRACY OVER THE LONG TERM. OUR WORK INCLUDES ENSURING THAT OUR GOVERNMENT'S INSTITUTIONAL CHECKS AND BALANCES FUNCTION PROPERLY, AND THAT GOVERNMENT OVERSIGHT AND ACCOUNTABILITY OFFICES REMAIN INDEPENDENT.
OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES.
CENTER FOR DEFENSE INFORMATION: THIS PROJECT ATTEMPTS TO SERVE AS A VOICE OF REASON AND TO COUNTERBALANCE THOSE WHO PROMOTE WASTEFUL SPENDING WITHOUT TAKING INTO ACCOUNT FIRST THE SECURITY NEEDS OF THE COUNTRY. THE GOAL IS TO SECURE A FAR MORE EFFECTIVE MILITARY FORCE AND MUCH MORE ETHICAL AND PROFESSIONAL MILITARY AND CIVILIAN LEADERSHIP AT SIGNIFICANTLY LOWER COST.
CIVIC ENGAGEMENT: OUR CIVIC ENGAGEMENT PROGRAM BUILDS PARTNERSHIPS WITH COMMUNITY LEADERS AND PLACES OPINION PIECES UPLIFTING GOOD GOVERNMENT REFORMS IN LOCAL MEDIA MARKETS. COMPLEMENTING POGO'S ADVOCACY EFFORTS ON CAPITOL HILL, THESE LOCAL PARTNERS HELP POGO BUILD STATE-SIDE PRESSURE ON MEMBERS OF CONGRESS TO CHAMPION GOOD GOVERNMENT REFORMS.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Nithi Vivatrat Chair | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Debra Katz Vice Chair | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Dina Rasor Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Ryan Alexander Board Member | Trustee | 1 | $70,000 |
Lisa Baumgartner Bonds Board Member | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Michael Cavallo Board Member | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Freewill Estate Planning Development | 12/30/23 | $148,500 |
Locust Street Group Communications Consultants | 12/30/23 | $149,000 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $4,404 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $0 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $7,512,694 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $7,517,098 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $70,000 |
| Investment income | $263,198 |
| 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 | $7,933,632 |
| 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. | $446,877 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $188,241 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $4,609,910 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $297,353 |
| Other employee benefits | $329,908 |
| Payroll taxes | $389,922 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $176,961 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $42,120 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $365,221 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $136,302 |
| Information technology | $218,653 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $97,026 |
| Travel | $62,263 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $66,880 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $10,542 |
| Insurance | $36,542 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $7,959,144 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $351,187 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $3,165,848 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $972,241 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $20,255 |
| 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 | $173,665 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $179,208 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $6,825,538 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $2,715 |
| Total assets | $11,690,657 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $81,002 |
| 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 | $328,700 |
| Total liabilities | $409,702 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $8,475,037 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $2,805,918 |
| 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 | $11,690,657 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, The Project On Government Oversight Inc has awarded $76,792 in support to 3 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
GOOD JOBS FIRST PURPOSE: TO TRACK COVID RELIEF SPENDING TRANSACTIONS OVER $150,000 | $25,000 |
HOME FRONT COMMUNICATIONS DBA SUBJECT MATTER LLC PURPOSE: TO CONDUCT RESEARCH THAT CONTRIBUTES TO A MORE ACCURATE, COST-EFFECTIVE 2030 DECENNIAL CENSUS | $36,792 |
ISSUE ONE PURPOSE: TO SUPPORT SENATE PATCH THRU CALLS IN SUPPORT OF THE JANUARY 6TH COMMISSION | $15,000 |