American Civil Liberties Union is located in Boston, MA. The organization was established in 1982. 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 03/2024, American Civil Liberties Union employed 34 individuals. This organization is a subordinate organization within an affiliated group for tax-exemption purposes. American Civil Liberties Union is a 501(c)(4) and as such, is described as a "Civic League, Social Welfare Organization, and Local Association of Employees" by the IRS.
For the year ending 03/2024, American Civil Liberties Union generated $2.7m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 9 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 20.6% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $2.5m during the year ending 03/2024. While expenses have increased by 17.2% 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
2024
Describe the Organization's Mission:
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ACLU OF MA WAS ESTABLISHED TO DEFEND FREEDOMS GUARANTEED IN THE CONSTITUTION AND BILL OF RIGHTS THROUGH PUBLIC EDUCATION AND LEGISLATION.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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ACLU OF MA WAS ESTABLISHED TO DEFEND FREEDOMS GUARANTEED IN THE CONSTITUTION AND BILL OF RIGHTS THROUGH PUBLIC EDUCATION AND LEGISLATION.-THE ACLU OF MA HAD OVER 2,800 CONVERSATIONS WITH VOTERS IN CITIES AND TOWNS WITH LARGE AND GROWING COMMUNITIES OF COLOR TO HIGHLIGHT LOCAL ELECTIONS AND TURN OUT THE VOTE.-THE ACLU OF MA HELPED PASS A HISTORIC BILL ALLOWING ALL QUALIFIED DRIVERS TO APPLY FOR A LICENSE, REGARDLESS OF IMMIGRATION STATUS. THE ACLU ALSO HELPED LEAD IMPLEMENTATION OF THE LAW, INCLUDING BY ADVOCATING FOR EFFECTIVE PRIVACY REGULATIONS AND HOSTING STUDY GROUPS REACHING OVER 3,000 COMMUNITY MEMBERS.
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
David Bowman President | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Stephen Hall Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 0.5 | $0 |
Nikolas Bowie Clerk | OfficerTrustee | 0.5 | $0 |
Alexandra Pineros Shields Director | Trustee | 0.5 | $0 |
Angela Gomes Director | Trustee | 0.5 | $0 |
Annmarie Levins Director (to 6/23) | Trustee | 0.5 | $0 |
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Arline Issacson Consultant | 3/30/20 | $120,000 |
Field First Llc Consulting | 3/30/20 | $140,370 |
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $44,000 |
| Government grants | $0 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $249,425 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $293,425 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $1,960,786 |
| Investment income | $448,633 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $83 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $2,702,927 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $120,000 |
| 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. | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $0 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $0 |
| Payroll taxes | $0 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $2,842 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $20,750 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $120,000 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $26,669 |
| Fees for services: Other | $138,218 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $43,112 |
| Information technology | $20,471 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $223,331 |
| Travel | $8,559 |
| 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 | $1,003 |
| Insurance | $5,776 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $2,515,779 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $2,244,221 |
| 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 | $69,830 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $8,191 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $13,702,717 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $6,547,207 |
| Total assets | $22,572,166 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $159,144 |
| 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 | $6,898,005 |
| Total liabilities | $7,057,149 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $15,450,115 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $64,902 |
| 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 | $22,572,166 |
Over the last fiscal year, American Civil Liberties Union has awarded $120,000 in support to 2 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
RIZE MASSACHUSETTS FOUNDATION PURPOSE: WORK OF THE MA4OPC COALITION | $20,000 |
OHIOANS UNITED FOR REPRODUCTIVE RIGHTS PURPOSE: REPRODUCTIVE RIGHTS | $100,000 |