Teach Democracy
- Assets
- $7.2m
- Revenue
- $2.6m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 46
- Location
- Los Angeles, CA
- Founding
- 05/1993
- Data as of
- 12/2023
- EIN
- 95-2219680
Organization Overview
Teach Democracy is located in Los Angeles, CA. The organization was established in 1993. According to its NTEE Classification (R60) the organization is classified as: Civil Liberties, under the broad grouping of Civil Rights, Social Action & Advocacy and related organizations. As of 12/2023, Teach Democracy employed 46 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Teach Democracy 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, Teach Democracy generated $2.6m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 9 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 3.8% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $2.6m during the year ending 12/2023. While expenses have increased by 3.1% per year over the past 9 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
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
EDUCATE STUDENTS ABOUT THE CONSTITUTION, OUR DEMOCRATIC INSTITUTIONS, AND EFFECTIVE CITIZENSHIP.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
EXPANDING HORIZONS INSTITUTE (EHI): EHI PROVIDES SEMINARS AND PAID INTERNSHIPS FOR FIRST-GENERATION, COLLEGE BOUND YOUTH IN LOS ANGELES. LOCAL BUSINESSES AND AGENCIES SPONSOR INTERNS AT THEIR JOB SITES.
TEACH DEMOCRACY IS KNOWN FOR A WIDE RANGE OF ONGOING, DIRECT PROGRAMMING FOR STUDENTS FROM PRIMARILY UNDERSERVED COMMUNITIES. IN THESE PROGRAMS, WE EMPHASIZE ACTIVE LEARNING THROUGH DELIBERATION, DISCUSSION, SIMULATIONS, AND ROLE PLAY. WHEN CIVIC CONTENT AND SKILLS ARE TAUGHT EFFECTIVELY, YOUNG PEOPLE ALSO DEVELOP CIVIC DISPOSITIONS INCLUDING THE BELIEF IN THEIR RESPONSIBILITY TO PARTICIPATE IN DEMOCRATIC PROCESSES, THE VALUE OF KEEPING UP WITH CURRENT EVENTS, RESPECTING ONE ANOTHER, AND VALUING THE RIGHTS OF OTHERS.
MOCK TRIAL: TEACH DEMOCRACY DEVELOPS A HYPOTHETICAL CRIMINAL CASE EACH YEAR FOR LOCAL AND STATE COMPETITIONS. TEAMS OF STUDENTS PREPARE TO TAKE THE ROLES OF ATTORNEYS, WITNESSES, CLERKS, AND BAILIFFS AND PRESENT EITHER A PROSECUTION OR DEFENSE CASE PRESIDED OVER BY VOLUNTEER JUDGES AND SCORED BY VOLUNTEER ATTORNEYS. OVER 8,000 STUDENTS PARTICIPATE ANNUALLY, ALONG WITH HUNDREDS OF VOLUNTEERS.
CIVIC ACTION PROGRAM (CAP): CAP PROVIDES LESSONS THAT ENGAGE STUDENTS IN ANALYZING ISSUES, LEARNING ABOUT PUBLIC POLICY, AND CHOOSING AND ADDRESSING AN ISSUE THAT MATTERS TO THEM. CAP EMBEDS RESEARCH-BASED PRACTICES IN CIVIC LEARNING. OVER 600 TEACHERS THROUGHOUT THE NATION REGISTER ON THE CAP WEBSITE ANNUALLY.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Darin Beffa Board Chair | OfficerTrustee | 4 | $0 |
Jason Lo Vice Chair | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Robert Sacks CFO | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Nancy Thomas Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Shannon Alexander Executive Committee | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Kate Gold Executive Committee | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
The Beverly Hilton Fundraiser Site | 12/30/23 | $121,776 |
Missionwell Llc Accounting Services | 12/30/23 | $137,588 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $1,043,966 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $176,628 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $913,435 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $111,352 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $2,134,029 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $187,164 |
| Investment income | $157,106 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $147,186 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $15,946 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | -$80,355 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $2,561,126 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $36,186 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $274,339 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $61,181 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $1,156,379 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $29,735 |
| Other employee benefits | $148,466 |
| Payroll taxes | $101,101 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $187,658 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $259,273 |
| Advertising and promotion | $44,622 |
| Office expenses | $46,910 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $80,954 |
| Travel | $28,564 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $112,460 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $72,099 |
| Insurance | $0 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $2,637,802 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $440,853 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $543,642 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $128,735 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $84,975 |
| 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 | $37,556 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $1,305,528 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $4,484,562 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $158,511 |
| Total assets | $7,184,362 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $188,685 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $112,200 |
| 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 | $144,323 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $13,987 |
| Total liabilities | $459,195 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $6,184,879 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $540,288 |
| 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 | $7,184,362 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Teach Democracy has awarded $57,885 in support to 2 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA AT LOS ANGELES PURPOSE: URBAN WATERS CIVIC PROJECT | $30,401 |
LOS ANGELES WATER KEEPERS PURPOSE: URBAN WATERS CIVIC PROJECT | $27,484 |