Free Speech Foundation
- Assets
- $9.2m
- Revenue
- $13.0m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 6
- Location
- Tucson, AZ
- Founding
- Data as of
- 12/2022
- EIN
- 85-2279624
Organization Overview
Free Speech Foundation is located in Tucson, AZ. According to its NTEE Classification (B05) the organization is classified as: Research Institutes & Public Policy Analysis, under the broad grouping of Education and related organizations. As of 12/2022, Free Speech Foundation employed 6 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Free Speech Foundation 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 12/2022, Free Speech Foundation generated $13.0m in total revenue. All expenses for the organization totaled $8.5m during the year ending 12/2022.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2022
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
TO MAKE DISTRIBUTIONS EXCLUSIVELY FOR CHARITABLE, RELIGIOUS, EDUCATIONAL AND SCIENTIFIC PURPOSES, WITH THE DISTRIBUTIONS GOING TO ORGANIZATIONS THAT QUALIFY AS TAX EXEMPT UNDER SECTION 501(C)(3) OF THE INTERNAL REVENUE CODE.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
THE ORGANIZATION HAS DAILY ARTICLES REGARDING FREE SPEECH ISSUES, MEDICAL AND LEGAL ISSUES ON OUR WEBSITE. WE PROVIDE VIDEOS, HONEST INFORMATION AND RESEARCH IN BOTH AREAS.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Dr Simone Gold-Partial Year Chairman | OfficerTrustee | 40 | $581,000 |
Lisa Andrzejewski Executive Dir. | Officer | 40 | $133,000 |
Sarah Denis Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 40 | $79,000 |
Richard Mack Director | Trustee | 40 | $20,000 |
Jurgen Mathesius Director | Trustee | 40 | $0 |
Joey Gilbert-Partial Year Chairman | OfficerTrustee | 40 | $0 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Rbr Digital Digital Marketing | 12/30/22 | $496,000 |
Drew Kachurak It Consulting | 12/30/22 | $176,000 |
Alan Andrezejewski Procurement/security | 12/30/22 | $153,000 |
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 | $12,944,567 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $12,944,567 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $17,997 |
| 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 | $12,962,564 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $43,300 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $10,000 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $232,000 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $58,000 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $544,545 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $0 |
| Payroll taxes | $35,792 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $1,465,584 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $106,800 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $75 |
| Advertising and promotion | $2,577,971 |
| Office expenses | $172,771 |
| Information technology | $388,235 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $225,664 |
| Travel | $433,517 |
| 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 | $184,921 |
| Insurance | $29,227 |
| All other expenses | $590,176 |
| Total functional expenses | $8,463,224 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $2,349,159 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $35,766 |
| 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 | $93,500 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $3,772,157 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $2,981,932 |
| Total assets | $9,232,514 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $578,807 |
| 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 | $578,807 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $8,653,707 |
| 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 | $9,232,514 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Free Speech Foundation has awarded $29,000 in support to 3 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
AMERICAN CONSERVATIVE UNION | | | $9,000 |
EARNING FREEDOM | | | $10,000 |
MOMS FOR AMERICA | | | $10,000 |