Upland Advisors
- Assets
- $2.2m
- Revenue
- $3.2m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 2
- Location
- Chicago, IL
- Founding
- 10/2019
- Data as of
- 12/2023
- EIN
- 83-4572806
Organization Overview
Upland Advisors is located in Chicago, IL. The organization was established in 2019. According to its NTEE Classification (Q20) the organization is classified as: Promotion of International Understanding, under the broad grouping of International, Foreign Affairs & National Security and related organizations. As of 12/2023, Upland Advisors employed 2 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Upland Advisors 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 12/2023, Upland Advisors generated $3.2m in total revenue. All expenses for the organization totaled $1.2m during the year ending 12/2023.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
UPLAND ADVISORS SEEKS TO FOSTER AND SUPPORT SUSTAINABLE PEACEBUILDING INITIATIVES IN CONFLICT-AFFECTED COUNTRIES THROUGH ACADEMIC RESEARCH, STAKEHOLDER EDUCATION AND TRAINING, AND NON-PARTISAN ADVOCACY AND POLICYMAKING.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
TRAINING LOCAL LEADERS ON NEGOTIATIONS AND PRINCIPLES TO A CONSTITUTIONAL DEMOCRACY - THIS PROGRAM PROVIDED TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE AND CAPACITY BUILDING SUPPORT THROUGH HIGHLY TRUSTED EDUCATION AND ADVICE ON SENSITIVE AND CHALLENGING MATTERS TO KEY DECISION-MAKERS ACROSS DIVERSE ORGANIZATIONS AND COMMUNITIES. MORE THAN A DOZEN ADVISORS WERE RESOURCED TO ENGAGE WITH OVER 50 STAKEHOLDER ORGANIZATIONS. THE PROGRAMS IS DESIGNED TO CONTRIBUTE TO THE SUSTAINABLE, PEACEFUL, AND INCLUSIVE RESOLUTION OF BURMA/MYANMAR'S ONGOING PRO-FEDERAL DEMOCRACY REVOLUTION AND 75-YEARS-LONG CIVIL WARS.
EDUCATION CAMPAIGN TO PROMOTE HUMAN RIGHTS - THIS PROGRAM PROVIDED TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE AND RELATED RESEARCH AND WRITING IN SUPPORT OF HUMAN RIGHTS INITIATIVES. IT SUCCESSFULLY SUPPORTED NATIONAL STAKEHOLDERS IN PROMOTING AND ADVANCING HUMAN RIGHTS ACCOUNTABILITY MEASURES AND ENGAGING WITH RELEVANT INTERNATIONAL ACTORS.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Jason Gelbort Executive Director And Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 50 | $168,000 |
Randy Benjenk President And Board Member | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Matthew Colman Treasurer And Board Member | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Ben White Consultant Fees For Project Management Services | 12/30/23 | $134,004 |
Stephen Marshall Consultant Fees For Program Advisory Services | 12/30/23 | $226,800 |
Ryan Sullivan Consultant Fees For Program Advisory Services | 12/30/23 | $116,900 |
Jh Siebert Consultant Fees For Program Advisory Services | 12/30/23 | $109,600 |
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 | $3,210,050 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $3,210,050 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $110 |
| 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 | $3,210,160 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| 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. | $168,002 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $37,574 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $16,668 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $11,800 |
| Payroll taxes | $14,026 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $4,892 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $27,402 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $850,416 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $2,545 |
| Information technology | $1,289 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $432 |
| Travel | $51,091 |
| 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 | $5,278 |
| All other expenses | $1,604 |
| Total functional expenses | $1,155,445 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $538,453 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $124,698 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $1,539,688 |
| 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 | $2,202,839 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $76,953 |
| 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 | $76,953 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $2,088,386 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $37,500 |
| 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 | $2,202,839 |