American Civil Liberties Union is located in Houston, TX. The organization was established in 1970. According to its NTEE Classification (R60) the organization is classified as: Civil Liberties, under the broad grouping of Civil Rights, Social Action & Advocacy and related organizations. As of 03/2023, American Civil Liberties Union employed 5 individuals. This organization is a subordinate organization within an affiliated group for tax-exemption purposes. American Civil Liberties Union 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 03/2023, American Civil Liberties Union generated $2.6m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 8 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 27.0% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $2.5m during the year ending 03/2023. While expenses have increased by 26.5% 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.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
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TO CHAMPION INDIVIDUAL RIGHTS UNDER A CHARTER GRANTED BY THE ACLU (NATIONAL AFFILIATE).
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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SMART JUSTICE REFORM - THE ACLU OF TEXAS WORKS TO PROTECT, DEFEND, AND ADVANCE THE CONSTITUTIONAL AND CIVIL RIGHTS OF PEOPLE INVOLVED IN THE CRIMINAL LEGAL SYSTEM. THIS WORK INCLUDES PUBLIC EDUCATION, ADVOCACY, AND LOBBYING.
LGBTQIA+ EQUALITY - THE ACLU OF TEXAS WORKS TO PROTECT, DEFEND, AND ADVANCE THE CONSTITUTIONAL AND CIVIL RIGHTS OF LESBIAN, GAY, BISEXUAL, TRANSGENDER, QUEER, INTERSEX, AND ASEXUAL (LGBTQIA+) PEOPLE. THIS WORK INCLUDES PUBLIC EDUCATION, ADVOCACY, AND LOBBYING.
VOTING RIGHTS - THE ACLU OF TEXAS WORKS TO PROTECT, DEFEND, AND ADVANCE THE CONSTITUTIONAL AND CIVIL RIGHTS OF ALL ELIGIBLE VOTERS AND TO ADVANCE FAIR DISTRICTING MAPS. THIS WORK INCLUDES PUBLIC EDUCATION, ADVOCACY, AND LOBBYING.
Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
---|---|---|---|
Ranjana Natarajan Chair & President | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Lee Henderson Vice Chair | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Maryscott Hagle Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Manuel Quinto-Pozos Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Feliz Abalos Board Member | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Stephen Amberg Board Member | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Statement of Revenue | |
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Federated campaigns | $0 |
Membership dues | $2,423,842 |
Fundraising events | $0 |
Related organizations | $0 |
Government grants | $0 |
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $200,000 |
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $2,623,842 |
Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
Investment income | $11,429 |
Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
Royalties | $0 |
Net Rental Income | $0 |
Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | -$2,694 |
Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
Total Revenue | $2,632,577 |
Statement of Expenses | |
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Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $1,000 |
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. | $160,082 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $33,185 |
Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
Other salaries and wages | $1,411,505 |
Pension plan accruals and contributions | $61,102 |
Other employee benefits | $111,692 |
Payroll taxes | $115,883 |
Fees for services: Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
Fees for services: Accounting | $109 |
Fees for services: Lobbying | $30,000 |
Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Other | $207,486 |
Advertising and promotion | $50,000 |
Office expenses | $42,273 |
Information technology | $49,183 |
Royalties | $0 |
Occupancy | $132,580 |
Travel | $15,006 |
Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 |
Interest | $1,094 |
Payments to affiliates | $0 |
Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $11,148 |
Insurance | $12,251 |
All other expenses | $0 |
Total functional expenses | $2,458,813 |
Balance Sheet | |
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Cash—non-interest-bearing | $4,011,117 |
Savings and temporary cash investments | $1,184 |
Pledges and grants receivable | $100,000 |
Accounts receivable, net | $591,499 |
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 | $0 |
Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $1,394 |
Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
Investments—other securities | $0 |
Investments—program-related | $0 |
Intangible assets | $0 |
Other assets | $311,183 |
Total assets | $5,016,377 |
Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $88,316 |
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 | $465,318 |
Total liabilities | $553,634 |
Net assets without donor restrictions | $4,462,743 |
Net assets with donor restrictions | $0 |
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 | $5,016,377 |
Over the last fiscal year, American Civil Liberties Union has awarded $50,000 in support to 3 organizations.
Grant Recipient | Amount |
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LUBBOCK COALITION FOR HA PURPOSE: General support | $25,000 |
TEXAS FREEDOM NETWORK PURPOSE: General support | $10,000 |
TRANSGENDER EDUCATION NETWORK PURPOSE: General support | $15,000 |