Demand Justice Initiative
- Assets
- $2.1m
- Revenue
- $3.7m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 0
- Location
- Washington, DC
- Founding
- Data as of
- 12/2022
- EIN
- 86-3690047
Organization Overview
Demand Justice Initiative is located in Washington, DC. According to its NTEE Classification (I99) the organization is classified as: Crime & Legal-Related N.E.C., under the broad grouping of Crime & Legal-Related and related organizations. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Demand Justice Initiative 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, Demand Justice Initiative generated $3.7m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 2 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 12.6% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $3.2m during the year ending 12/2022. 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
2022
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
DEMAND JUSTICE INITIATIVE DJI SEEKS TO EDUCATE AND ENGAGE THE PUBLIC ABOUT THE IMPORTANCE OF A FAIR AND INDEPENDENT JUDICIARY IN MAINTAINING A HEALTHY DEMOCRACY.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
AS PART OF ITS JUDICIAL ACCOUNTABILITY WORK, DEMAND JUSTICE INITIATIVE HOSTS EVENTS AND PROGRAMMING TO BRING ATTENTION TO THE BODY OF RULINGS AND ETHICS QUESTIONS PERTAINING TO THE SUPREME COURT. THESE EVENTS LIFT UP INDIVIDUALS AND GROUPS IMPACTED BY JUDICIAL DECISIONS TO SHOW THE PRACTICAL IMPLICATIONS OF THE COURTS JURISPRUDENCE. WE ALSO BRING TOGETHER EXPERTS AND ACADEMICS TO DISCUSS TRANSPARENCY CONCERNS RELATED TO THE COURT, SUCH AS THE COURTS LACK OF AN ETHICS CODE AND CLEAR RECUSAL STANDARDS, THE LACK OF VIDEO STREAMING OF ORAL ARGUMENTS, AND HOLES IN THE COURTS DISCLOSURES REQUIREMENTS WHEN IT COMES TO POTENTIAL CONFLICTS OF INTEREST.
DEMAND JUSTICE INITIATIVE CONDUCTS A VARIETY OF ACTIVITIES TO INCREASE THE PROFESSIONAL DIVERSITY OF THE FEDERAL- AND STATE-LEVEL JUDICIARY. THIS INCLUDES HOSTING THE DEMAND JUSTICE INSTITUTE DJI A NONPARTISAN TRAINING PROGRAM AND LEADERSHIP SUMMIT FOR ASPIRING JUDICIAL CANDIDATES AT THE STATE LEVEL. THE INSTITUTE IS A YEAR-LONG PROGRAM DESIGNED TO IDENTIFY, TRAIN, AND ELEVATE A COHORT OF TALENT FROM UNDERREPRESENTED LEGAL BACKGROUNDS.
BALLS STRIKES IS AN ONLINE PUBLICATION PRODUCED BY DEMAND JUSTICE INITIATIVE THAT PUBLISHES ORIGINAL COMMENTARY AND REPORTING ABOUT COURTS, THE JUDGES WHO PRESIDE OVER THEM, AND THE LEGAL SYSTEM THEY UPHOLD. BALLS STRIKES SEEKS TO HOLD COURTS, JUDGES, AND MEMBERS OF THE LEGAL PROFESSION ACCOUNTABLE TO FULFILL THEIR PROFESSED COMMITMENT TO THE CAUSE OF JUSTICE, AND TO FACILITATE DISCUSSION ABOUT HOW TO MAKE THE LEGAL SYSTEM MORE TRANSPARENT AND FAIR.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Brian Fallon Executive Director Board Member | OfficerTrustee | 15 | $102,293 |
Chris Kang Chief Counsel Board Treasurer | Trustee | 17 | $99,177 |
Jennifer Dansereau Chief Operating Officer | 26 | $102,595 | |
M Tamara Brummer Sr Advisor Director Of Natl Outreach | 13 | $52,700 | |
Rachel Kane Chief Of Staff | 16 | $55,728 | |
Ilyse Hogue Board Of Directors Chair | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Jcl Strategies Llc Consulting | 12/30/22 | $151,600 |
Alper Strategies Consulting | 12/30/22 | $146,517 |
Markham Group Llc Consulting | 12/30/22 | $101,766 |
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 | $3,697,939 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $3,697,939 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| 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 | $3,697,939 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $50,000 |
| 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. | $231,322 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $64,077 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $967,127 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $33,680 |
| Other employee benefits | $125,510 |
| Payroll taxes | $118,760 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $44,040 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $29,041 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $20,799 |
| Advertising and promotion | $47,732 |
| Office expenses | $13,805 |
| Information technology | $72,729 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $79,429 |
| Travel | $0 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $31,380 |
| Interest | $26,829 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $0 |
| Insurance | $6,857 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $3,157,665 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $2,055,903 |
| 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 | $2,055,903 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $619,513 |
| 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 | $619,513 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $1,186,390 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $250,000 |
| 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 | $2,055,903 |