Public Wise Research And Education Fund
- Assets
- $62.8k
- Revenue
- $1.5m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 4
- Location
- New York, NY
- Founding
- Data as of
- 12/2022
- EIN
- 85-2355000
Organization Overview
Public Wise Research And Education Fund is located in New York, NY. 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. As of 12/2022, Public Wise Research And Education Fund employed 4 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Public Wise Research And Education Fund 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, Public Wise Research And Education Fund generated $1.5m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 2 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 58.5% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $2.1m during the year ending 12/2022. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Since 2022, Public Wise Research And Education Fund has awarded 17 individual grants totaling $1,065,000. 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
2022
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
PERSISTENT AND UNYIELDING IN THE COMMITMENT TO A JUST MULTIRACIAL DEMOCRACY. THE ORGANIZATION FIGHTS TO SECURE A GOVERNMENT THAT REFLECTS THE WILL AND PROTESTS THE RIGHTS OF THE PEOPLE. THE ORGANIZATION ACCOMPLISHES THIS THROUGH EDUCATION, RESEARCH, ORGANIZING, FUNDING, AND PARTNERSHIPS THAT SUPPORT MORE VOTING AND MORE EQUITABLE REPRESENTATION.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
TO CREATE A GOVERNMENT THAT REFLECTS THE WILL OF THE PEOPLE.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Christina Baal-Owens Executive Director | Officer | 40 | $0 |
Eric Laufer Director/board President | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Andy Bernstein Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Jacob Faber PHD Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Kristen Dart Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Shijuade Kadree 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 | $1,563,270 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $1,480,439 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $1,563,270 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | -$57,060 |
| 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 | $1,506,210 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $1,175,341 |
| 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. | $287,513 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $34,951 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $156,076 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $99,684 |
| Payroll taxes | $29,263 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $9,000 |
| 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 | $1,829 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $2,791 |
| Travel | $1,077 |
| 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 | $101 |
| Total functional expenses | $2,078,364 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $62,755 |
| 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 | $62,755 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $43,029 |
| 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 | $43,029 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $19,726 |
| 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 | $62,755 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Public Wise Research And Education Fund has awarded $1,065,000 in support to 17 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
APIAVOTE PURPOSE: FINANCIAL SUPPORT | $75,000 |
FAIR ELECTIONS CENTER PURPOSE: FINANCIAL SUPPORT | $100,000 |
UP TO US INC PURPOSE: FINANCIAL SUPPORT | $50,000 |
DEMOS A NETWORK FOR IDEAS AND ACTION PURPOSE: FINANCIAL SUPPORT | $75,000 |
AMERICAN OVERSIGHT INC PURPOSE: FINANCIAL SUPPORT | $75,000 |
DEMOCRACY NORTH CAROLINA PURPOSE: FINANCIAL SUPPORT | $75,000 |