Action Tank Usa is located in Cincinnati, OH. According to its NTEE Classification (S05) the organization is classified as: Research Institutes & Public Policy Analysis, under the broad grouping of Community Improvement & Capacity Building and related organizations. As of 12/2021, Action Tank USA employed 2 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Action Tank USA 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 12/2021, Action Tank USA generated $218.1k in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 2 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 17.8% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $168.6k during the year ending 12/2021. While expenses have increased by 20.9% per year over the past 2 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:
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ACTION TANK IS A THINK TANK THAT PARTNERS WITH ARTISTS TO RESEARCH AND PROMOTE NEW PUBLIC POLICY SOLUTIONS AT THE LOCAL GOVERNMENT LEVEL. WE FOCUS ON PLANNING AND POLICY SOLUTIONS TO ADVANCE OPPORTUNITY IN NEIGHBORHOODS AND WORKING WITH RESIDENTS TO PROMOTE POLICY CHANGES THAT BEST MEET EVERYONES NEEDS. WE USE CREATIVE PLACEMAKING APPROACHES, WORKING WITH ARTISTS, ARTS ORGANIZATIONS, AND DESIGNERS TO CONDUCT RESEARCH, BUILD AWARENESS, ENGAGE RESIDENTS, AND MORE. WE ALSO WORK ON CIVIC ENGAGEMENT AND BEST GOVERNMENT PRACTICES, INCLUDING TRANSPARENCY, EVIDENCE-BASED POLICY, ACCESSIBLE POLICYMAKING, AND CREATIVE COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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CITY COUNCIL SCHOOL IS A FREE PROGRAM FOR ENGAGED RESIDENTS WHO ARE INTERESTED IN RUNNING FOR CINCINNATI CITY COUNCIL AND/OR WANT A DEEPER UNDERSTANDING OF THE CITYS GOVERNMENT SYSTEMS AND PRACTICES TO SUCCESSFULLY CHAMPION NEW POLICY. CITY COUNCIL SCHOOL PARTICIPANTS ENGAGE WITH PANELISTS REPRESENTING GOVERNMENT ADMINISTRATION LEADERSHIP AND SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTS, POLITICAL DECISION-MAKERS, ELECTED OFFICIALS AND THEIR STAFF, JOURNALISTS, COUNCIL CLERKS, COMMUNITY LEADERS, AND OTHERS WHO PLAY CRITICAL ROLES IN SHAPING LOCAL POLICY PROCESS AND OUTCOMES.
ACTION TANK ACADEMY IS A SET OF FREE TRAININGS AND RESOURCES FOR ENGAGED RESIDENTS WHO ARE INTERESTED IN RUNNING FOR CINCINNATI CITY COUNCIL AND/OR WANT A DEEPER UNDERSTANDING OF THE CITY'S GOVERNMENT SYSTEMS AND PRACTICES TO SUCCESSFULLY CHAMPION NEW POLICY. ACTION TANK ACADEMY PARTICIPANTS ENGAGE WITH PANELISTS REPRESENTING GOVERNMENT ADMINISTRATION LEADERSHIP AND SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTS, POLITICAL DECISION-MAKERS, ELECTED OFFICIALS AND THEIR STAFF, JOURNALISTS, COUNCIL CLERKS, COMMUNITY LEADERS, AND OTHERS WHO PLAY CRITICAL ROLES IN SHAPING LOCAL POLITY PROCESS AND OUTCOMES. ACTION TANK ACADEMY ALSO PROVIDES FREE INFORMED VOTER GUIDES FOR PRIMARY AND GENERAL ELECTIONS TO THE PUBLIC.
ACTION TANK POLICY PROJECTS INVOLVE PARTNERING WITH SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTS AND ARTISTS TO CONDUCT BEST PRACTICES RESEARCH COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT ON SPECIFIC LOCAL POLICY ISSUES, SUCH AS COMMUNITY BENEFITS AGREEMENTS AND HISTORIC PRESERVATION. THESE PROJECTS RESULT IN FREE, ARTIST-DESIGNED, USER-FRIENDLY TOOLKITS FOR RESIDENTS INTERESTED IN LEARNING MORE AND ENGAGING ON THE TOPICS.
ACTION TANK PROVIDES FREE TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE FOR RESIDENT-LED GROUPS AND ORGANIZATIONS SEEKING TO ENGAGE IN LOCAL GOVERNMENT PROCESSES AND SYSTEMS.
Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
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Ioanna Paraskevopoulos Executive Di | OfficerTrustee | 40 | $15,645 |
Andrew Freeze Board Treasu | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Josselyn Okorodudu Board Vice P | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Michaela Oldfield Board Presid | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Sarah Henry Board Secret | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Tamara Lunan Board Member | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
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 | $214,009 |
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $214,009 |
Total Program Service Revenue | $4,100 |
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 | $218,109 |
Statement of Expenses | |
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Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $0 |
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. | $15,645 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $7,822 |
Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
Other salaries and wages | $5,500 |
Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
Other employee benefits | $0 |
Payroll taxes | $0 |
Fees for services: Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Legal | $2,000 |
Fees for services: Accounting | $0 |
Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Other | $116,199 |
Advertising and promotion | $3,045 |
Office expenses | $0 |
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 | $3,003 |
Total functional expenses | $168,631 |
Balance Sheet | |
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Cash—non-interest-bearing | $76,605 |
Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
Accounts receivable, net | $23,479 |
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 | $100,084 |
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 | $100,084 |
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 | $100,084 |
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 1 grants that Action Tank Usa has recieved totaling $2,500.
Awarding Organization | Amount |
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Thomas R Schiff Foundation Cincinnati, OH PURPOSE: BIENNIAL PROJECT GRANTS | $2,500 |
Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
---|---|---|
Columbus Partnership Columbus, OH | $6,901,138 | $9,385,698 |
Association For Financial Counselling & Plg Education Usa Westerville, OH | $4,050,124 | $2,100,143 |
Coatings Research Group Inc Berea, OH | $1,267,942 | $1,213,027 |
Ohio Mechanical Contracting Industry Legislative Liaison Commi Dayton, OH | $383,330 | $212,487 |
Action Tank Usa Cincinnati, OH | $100,084 | $218,109 |
Legatus Ann Arbor, MI | $163,927 | $0 |
Healthy Adams County Gettysburg, PA | $85,068 | $0 |
Marion County Family Resource Network Inc Fairmont, WV | $50,952 | $0 |
Legatus Ann Arbor, MI | $47,563 | $0 |
Legatus Ann Arbor, MI | $96,381 | $0 |
Legatus Ann Arbor, MI | $62,521 | $0 |
Legatus Ann Arbor, MI | $106,433 | $0 |