Wisdom Action Network Inc
- Assets
- $52.8k
- Revenue
- $143.7k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 0
- Location
- Milwaukee, WI
- Founding
- 08/2018
- Data as of
- 12/2023
- EIN
- 82-4196797
Organization Overview
Wisdom Action Network Inc is located in Milwaukee, WI. The organization was established in 2018. 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. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Wisdom Action Network 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 12/2023, Wisdom Action Network Inc generated $143.7k in total revenue. The organization has seen a slow decline revenue. Over the past 5 years, revenues have fallen by an average of (2.9%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $269.5k during the year ending 12/2023. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Since 2020, Wisdom Action Network Inc has awarded 19 individual grants totaling $1,194,000. 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
EDUCATING THE PUBLIC ON ISSUES OF PRESSING PUBLIC CONCERN, DEVELOPING AND ADVOCATING FOR LEGISLATION, REGULATIONS, AND GOVERNMENT PROGRAMS TO ADDRESS ISSUES THAT RELATE TO RACIAL AND SOCIAL JUSTICE, CONDUCTING RESEARCH AND PUBLICIZING THE POSITIONS OF ELECTED OFFICIALS TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
WISDOM ACTION NETWORK EDUCATED MEMBERS AND THE GENERAL PUBLIC ABOUT ISSUES, ESPECIALLY RELATED TO THE CRIMINAL JUSTICE SYSTEM. IT ALSO BEGAN A PROCESS OF EDUCATION AND OUTREACH, ESPECIALLY TO HELP NEW AND OCCASIONAL VOTERS TO UNDERSTAND THE IMPORTANCE OF PARTICIPATION IN THE DEMOCRATIC PROCESS. FINALLY, STAFF AND LEADERSHIP OF THE WISDOM ACTION NETWORK PLANNED AND IMPLEMENTED OUTREACH AND VOTER ENGAGEMENT IN 2023.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Lee Henderson-Tatum President | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Betty Groenewold Vice-President | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Gil Halsted Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Dennis Lowder Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Willie Brisco Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Catoya Roberts 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 | $143,695 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $143,695 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $16 |
| 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 | $143,711 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $182,907 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $895 |
| 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 | $10 |
| 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 | $269,482 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $52,753 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $6 |
| 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 | $52,759 |
| 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 | $52,759 |
| 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 | $52,759 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Wisdom Action Network Inc has awarded $179,500 in support to 2 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
WISDOM PURPOSE: TO ASSIST WITH THE MISSION. | $159,500 |
JOSHUA PURPOSE: TO ASSIST INDIVIDUALS/OTHER ORGANIZATIONS. | $20,000 |