Unite America Inc
- Assets
- $1.9m
- Revenue
- $5.8m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 0
- Location
- Denver, CO
- Founding
- Data as of
- 12/2021
- EIN
- 82-1106814
Organization Overview
Unite America Inc is located in Denver, CO. According to its NTEE Classification (R01) the organization is classified as: Alliances & Advocacy, under the broad grouping of Civil Rights, Social Action & Advocacy and related organizations. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Unite America Inc 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 12/2021, Unite America Inc generated $5.8m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 5 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 46.9% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $4.5m during the year ending 12/2021. While expenses have increased by 45.3% per year over the past 5 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
2021
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
THE MISSION OF UNITE AMERICA, INC. IS TO PROMOTE AND SUPPORT COMMON SENSE SOLUTIONS TO SOME OF OUR NATION'S MOST PRESSING PUBLIC POLICY CHALLENGES, AND TO ACTIVATE GRASSTOPS SUPPORTERS AROUND THE COUNTRY TO ADVANCE IDEAS THAT CAN LEAD TO A MORE REPRESENTATIVE AND FUNCTIONAL GOVERNMENT.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
PROGRAMMATIC GRANTMAKING: UNITE AMERICA INC. CONDUCTS DILIGENCE ON POTENTIAL GRANTS THAT CARRY OUT ITS MISSION THROUGH THE SUPPORT OF PROGRAMS THAT STRENGTHEN THE FIELD OF NONPARTISAN ORGANIZATIONS WORKING TO ADDRESS POLITICAL POLARIZATION AND PARTNERSHIP.
RESEARCH: RESEARCH ON THE IMPACT, VIABILITY, AND NONPARTISAN NATURE OF ELECTORAL REFORMS AND SPECIFIC ADVOCACY CAMPAIGNS AIMED AT INCREASING PARTICIPATION, ACCOUNTABILITY, AND COMPETITION IN OUR POLITICAL SYSTEM, INCLUDING THE EVALUATION OF THE CAPABILITIES OF LOCAL, STATE, AND NATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS DOING THIS WORK. EVALUATION OF THE IMPACT OF CAMPAIGNS TO ADVANCE ELECTORAL REFORMS.
EDUCATION:EDUCATION OF THE PUBLIC THROUGH EARNED MEDIA AND THE CREATION AND DISTRIBUTION OF DIGITAL CONTENT ABOUT THE ROOT CAUSES OF POLITICAL POLARIZATION, GRIDLOCK, AND OUR BROKEN POLITICAL SYSTEM, AND THE SOLUTIONS TO ADDRESSING THE BAD INCENTIVE STRUCTURES AND POOR LEADERSHIP THAT PREVENT GOOD GOVERNANCE ON THE MOST IMPORTANT PUBLIC POLICY PROBLEMS.
PARTNERSHIP BUILDING:COORDINATION AND SUPPORT OF A GROWING COMMUNITY OF NON-PARTISAN ORGANIZATIONS COMMITTED TO BRIDGING THE PARTISAN DIVIDE IN OUR COUNTRY, THROUGH REGULAR STRATEGIC CONSULTING, AMPLIFICATION OF OTHERS' WORK, IDENTIFICATION OF COLLABORATION AND PARTNERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES, AND INVESTMENTS IN PIECES OF SHARED INFRASTRUCTURE LIKE SHARED PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND ONLINE JOB BOARDS.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Shawn Riegsecker Chairman | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Nick Troiano Executive Director | Officer | 20 | $0 |
Katherine Gehl Thru 82021 Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Ben Goldhirsh Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
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 | $5,836,987 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $5,836,987 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $0 |
| 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 | $5,836,987 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $1,760,000 |
| 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. | $113,200 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $1,311,515 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $81,439 |
| Payroll taxes | $104,204 |
| Fees for services: Management | $199,296 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $51,493 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $3,600 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $181,972 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $205,481 |
| Advertising and promotion | $72,644 |
| Office expenses | $9,676 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $61,039 |
| Travel | $49,682 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $15,063 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $143 |
| Insurance | $9,247 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $4,504,592 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $1,315,637 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $515,000 |
| 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 | $22,295 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $0 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $1,852,932 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $42,901 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Total liabilities | $42,901 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $1,365,031 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $445,000 |
| 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 | $1,852,932 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Unite America Inc has awarded $1,760,000 in support to 8 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
Florence, MA PURPOSE: TO FURTHER THE GRANTEE'S EFFORTS TO EXPAND THE PIPELINE OF VIABLE BALLOT & LEGISLATIVE REFORM CAMPAIGNS; PROVIDE IN-KIND SUPPORT TO REFORM CAMPAIGNS AT THE LOCAL AND STATE LEVEL; AND COLLABORATIVELY HELP SHAPE OVERALL MOVEMENT NARRATIVE, STRATEGY, & ADVOCACY. | $1,000,000 |
Washington, DC PURPOSE: TO SUPPORT THE GRANTEE'S CORE PROGRAMMATIC ACTIVITIES, INCLUDING LEGISLATIVE ADVOCACY & INFRASTRUCTURE; CORPORATE OUTREACH & CULTIVATION; CONSERVATIVE INFLUENCERS & VALIDATORS ENGAGEMENT; CONSERVATIVE-FACING POLLING; AND A PERSUASION PROJECT TO TARGET CONFLICTED VOTERS. | $500,000 |
Autaugaville, AL PURPOSE: TO SUPPORT THE GRANTEE'S WORK TO ADVANCE REFORM IN SOUTH CAROLINA BY ENGAGING A LOBBYIST IN SOUTH CAROLINA TO DETERMINE POLITICAL VIABILITY OF FINAL FOUR OR FIVE VOTING OR STANDALONE ADVANCEMENT OF INSTANT RUNOFF VOTING LEGISLATION. | $100,000 |
Middleton, WI PURPOSE: FOR GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT. | $50,000 |
Takoma Park, MD PURPOSE: TO SUPPORT THE GRANTEE'S CORE PROGRAMMATIC ACTIVITIES, INCLUDING ESTABLISHING A STRONG RCV PRESENCE ON CAPITOL HILL; AND PRESIDENTIAL PRIMARIES AND STATE ADVOCACY | $50,000 |
Corvallis, OR PURPOSE: FOR GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT. | $20,000 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Unite America Inc Denver, CO | $1,852,932 | $5,836,987 |
American Civil Liberties Union Foundation Of Kansas Overland Park, KS | $2,072,087 | $1,846,049 |
Opportunity Arizona Phoenix, AZ | $279,931 | $1,394,680 |
Wyoming Liberty Group Cheyenne, WY | $354,441 | $1,162,000 |
Progressnow New Mexico Education Fund Albuquerque, NM | $804,275 | $1,020,678 |
Centennial State Prosperity Denver, CO | $123,732 | $1,065,390 |
Urban Leaders Fellowship Colorado Springs, CO | $630,908 | $1,108,852 |
Justice For Greenwood Foundation Tulsa, OK | $848,804 | $1,448,852 |
Denver Metro Fair Housing Center Denver, CO | $27,216 | $413,750 |
Center For Civic Action Albuquerque, NM | $1,185,299 | $334,000 |
North Dakota Family Alliance Colorado Springs, CO | $0 | $259,956 |
First Choice Community Healthcare Inc Medical Disability Trust Albuquerque, NM | $0 | $325,360 |