Fairvote
- Assets
- $5.3m
- Revenue
- $7.7m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 41
- Location
- Silver Spring, MD
- Founding
- 12/1992
- Data as of
- 12/2023
- EIN
- 54-1635649
Organization Overview
Fairvote is located in Silver Spring, MD. The organization was established in 1992. 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 12/2023, Fairvote employed 41 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Fairvote 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, Fairvote generated $7.7m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 9 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 17.9% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $6.9m during the year ending 12/2023. While expenses have increased by 16.1% 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 2014, Fairvote has awarded 51 individual grants totaling $1,277,805. 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
FAIRVOTE IS A NONPARTISAN ORGANIZATION SEEKING BETTER ELECTIONS FOR ALL. WE RESEARCH AND ADVANCE VOTING REFORMS THAT MAKE DEMOCRACY MORE FUNCTIONAL AND REPRESENTATIVE FOR EACH AMERICAN.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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2023 FAIRVOTE (C3) ACCOMPLISHMENTSFAIRVOTE HAS CONTINUED TO MEET THE NEEDS OF THE GROWING ELECTORAL REFORM MOVEMENT. IN 2023, FV: PROVIDED RESEARCH, EDUCATION, AND MEDIA SUPPORT FOR SIX STATES THAT PASSED RCV LEGISLATION, SEVEN MUNICIPAL RCV BALLOT MEASURE WINS, AND HUNDREDS OF THOUSANDS OF VOTERS USING RCV; PUBLISHED RESEARCH REPORTS AND ANALYSES ON THE NEED FOR ELECTORAL REFORM, INCLUDING OUR BIENNIAL MONOPOLY POLITICS, DUBIOUS DEMOCRACY, AND LOCKED OUT OF REPRESENTATION REPORTS SHOWING THE LACK OF COMPETITION IN CONGRESSIONAL ELECTIONS AND THE OVERWHELMING IMPORTANCE OF PARTISANSHIP. PUBLISHED RESEARCH REPORTS AND ANALYSES COVERING CIVIL CAMPAIGNS, BETTER REPRESENTATION, AND HIGH VOTER ENGAGEMENT IN NEW YORK CITY, ARLINGTON, VA, PORTLAND, ME, AND OTHER CITIES USING RCV AROUND THE COUNTRY; ENGAGED WITH MEDIA TO GROW THE NUMBER OF RCV EDITORIAL BOARD ENDORSEMENTS, DEMONSTRATE THE VALUE OF RCV IN PRESIDENTIAL PRIMARIES AND THE FAIR REPRESENTATION ACT, AND MAINTAIN POSITIVE NEWS COVERAGE OF RCV; PARTICIPATED IN STATE VOTING RIGHTS ACT COALITIONS AND CONDUCTED ANALYSIS ON PROPORTIONAL RCV PROVISIONS OF NEW YORK, CONNECTICUT, CALIFORNIA, AND WASHINGTON STATE'S VRAS AND CASE LAW; SUPPORTED ELECTION ADMINISTRATORS IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE RCV RESOURCE CENTER BY LEARNING FROM AND HIGHLIGHTING BEST PRACTICES AROUND THE COUNTRY, INCLUDING BOULDER, CO'S EXCELLENT FIRST-TIME RCV IMPLEMENTATION; PARTNERED WITH THE RCV RESEARCH TABLE TO COMPLETE OR HIGHLIGHT KEY FINDINGS ON ALASKA AND NEW YORK CITY'S RCV IMPLEMENTATIONS, RCV AND COMMUNITIES OF COLOR, THE LACK OF COMPETITIVE ELECTIONS, THE FAIR REPRESENTATION ACT, AND NON-MAJORITY ELECTIONS; AND MAINTAINED ORGANIZATIONAL EXCELLENCE THROUGH EFFECTIVE BOARD GOVERNANCE, LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT, SOUND FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT, STRONG FUNDRAISING, AND CONTINUED INVESTMENT IN MONITORING, EVALUATION, AND LEARNING.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Dr Purnima Chawla Board Member | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Donald Marron Vice Chair | OfficerTrustee | 1.5 | $0 |
Mark DE La Iglesia Board Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
David Wilner Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 1.5 | $0 |
Tim Hayes Board Member | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Dr Danielle Allen Chair | OfficerTrustee | 1.5 | $0 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Russel Reynolds Associates Inc Executive Search | 12/30/23 | $120,780 |
Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton Llp Legal Services | 12/30/23 | $108,580 |
Kk Advising Pllc Legal Services | 12/30/23 | $112,000 |
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 | $6,797,396 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $674,011 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $6,797,396 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $59,273 |
| 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 | $7,666,359 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $249,150 |
| 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. | $628,780 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $113,180 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $2,909,026 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $82,558 |
| Other employee benefits | $280,226 |
| Payroll taxes | $270,198 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $245,704 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $35,120 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $1,452,079 |
| Advertising and promotion | $1,653 |
| Office expenses | $50,734 |
| Information technology | $28,380 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $144,244 |
| Travel | $233,746 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $61,775 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $9,974 |
| Insurance | $23,264 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $6,871,703 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $2,729,996 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $1,566,543 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $210,076 |
| 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 | $112,475 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $27,164 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $628,418 |
| Total assets | $5,274,672 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $413,036 |
| 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 | $590,495 |
| Total liabilities | $1,003,531 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $2,686,186 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $1,584,955 |
| 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 | $5,274,672 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Fairvote has awarded $249,150 in support to 6 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
RANK THE VOTE PURPOSE: OUTREACH AND EDUCATION ON RANKED CHOICE VOTING | $100,000 |
REPRESENTUS EDUCATION FUND PURPOSE: OUTREACH AND EDUCATION ON RANKED CHOICE VOTING | $50,000 |
UTAH VALLEY UNIVERSITY PURPOSE: OUTREACH AND EDUCATION ON RANKED CHOICE VOTING | $27,000 |
VERMONT PUBLIC INTEREST RESEARCH AND EDUCATION FUND PURPOSE: OUTREACH AND EDUCATION ON RANKED CHOICE VOTING | $10,000 |
CALIFORNIA RCV INSTITUTE INC PURPOSE: OUTREACH AND EDUCATION ON RANKED CHOICE VOTING | $50,000 |
BVM CAPACITY BUILDING INSTITUTE PURPOSE: OUTREACH AND EDUCATION ON RANKED CHOICE VOTING | $12,150 |