Independence and Freedom Network is located in Alexandria, VA. The organization was established in 2018. According to its NTEE Classification (W05) the organization is classified as: Research Institutes & Public Policy Analysis, under the broad grouping of Public & Societal Benefit and related organizations. Independence and Freedom Network 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 12/2020, Independence and Freedom Network generated $522.0k in total revenue. This represents a relatively dramatic decline in revenue. Over the past 3 years, the organization has seen revenues fall by an average of (43.8%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $581.0k during the year ending 12/2020. As we would expect to see with falling revenues, expenses have declined by (41.0%) per year over the past 3 years. 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
2020
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
INDEPENDENCE AND FREEDOM NETWORK WAS FOUNDED TO PROMOTE SOLUTIONS TO PRESSING PUBLIC POLICY PROBLEMS RELATED TO INDIVIDUAL LIBERTY AND THE EXPANSION OF PERSONAL FREEDOM.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS RELATED TO ECONOMIC FREEDOM AND OPPORTUNITY
COMMUNICATIONS REGARDING ISSUES RELATED TO HONESTY IN GOVERNMENT
SUPPORTING PROGRAMS AND POLICIES THAT WILL IMPROVE AMERICAN SAFETY AND SECURITY
Statement of Revenue | |
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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 | $522,000 |
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $522,000 |
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 | $522,000 |
Statement of Expenses | |
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Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $299,767 |
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. | $0 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
Other salaries and wages | $0 |
Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
Other employee benefits | $0 |
Payroll taxes | $0 |
Fees for services: Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Legal | $69,907 |
Fees for services: Accounting | $4,000 |
Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Other | $0 |
Advertising and promotion | $0 |
Office expenses | $145 |
Information technology | $0 |
Royalties | $0 |
Occupancy | $0 |
Travel | $0 |
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 | $0 |
Insurance | $0 |
All other expenses | $0 |
Total functional expenses | $581,038 |
Balance Sheet | |
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Cash—non-interest-bearing | $0 |
Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
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 | $0 |
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 | $0 |
Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $0 |
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 | $0 |
Net assets without donor restrictions | $0 |
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 | $0 |
Over the last fiscal year, Independence and Freedom Network has awarded $286,750 in support to 4 organizations.
Grant Recipient | Amount |
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CONCERNED CONSERVATIVE INC PURPOSE: General Support | $185,000 |
OKLAHOMA OPPORTUNITY PURPOSE: General Support | $75,000 |
Fairfax, VA PURPOSE: General Support | $20,000 |
Arlington, VA PURPOSE: General Support | $6,750 |
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 1 grants that Independence and Freedom Network has recieved totaling $300,000.
Awarding Organization | Amount |
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Prosperity Alliance Inc Fairfax, VA PURPOSE: General Support | $300,000 |
Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
---|---|---|
Heritage Foundation Washington, DC | $381,332,869 | $119,134,479 |
Center On Budget And Policy Priorities Washington, DC | $126,856,669 | $53,436,981 |
Stand Together Foundation Arlington, VA | $244,539,252 | $260,533,997 |
Bipartisan Policy Center Inc Washington, DC | $51,557,481 | $44,892,397 |
Center For The Study Of Services Washington, DC | $11,715,513 | $16,033,912 |
American Bridge 21st Century Foundation Washington, DC | $2,285,446 | $9,934,660 |
National Governors Association Center For Best Practices Washington, DC | $36,736,183 | $16,037,440 |
Nreca Research Arlington, VA | $5,324,315 | $13,693,671 |
National Center On Education & The Economy Washington, DC | $72,771,895 | $12,008,332 |
National Center For Public Policy Research Inc Washington, DC | $2,951,732 | $13,112,904 |
Pulitzer Center On Crisis Reporting Washington, DC | $35,485,888 | $10,738,135 |
The Niskanen Center Inc Washington, DC | $8,745,910 | $12,163,223 |