Public Agenda Inc
- Assets
- $6.4m
- Revenue
- $3.1m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 21
- Location
- Brooklyn, NY
- Founding
- 03/1987
- Data as of
- 06/2022
- EIN
- 13-2847587
Organization Overview
Public Agenda Inc is located in Brooklyn, NY. The organization was established in 1987. According to its NTEE Classification (W05) the organization is classified as: Research Institutes & Public Policy Analysis, under the broad grouping of Public & Societal Benefit and related organizations. As of 06/2022, Public Agenda Inc employed 21 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Public Agenda Inc 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 06/2022, Public Agenda Inc generated $3.1m in total revenue. This represents a relatively dramatic decline in revenue. Over the past 7 years, the organization has seen revenues fall by an average of (7.6%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $3.0m during the year ending 06/2022. As we would expect to see with falling revenues, expenses have declined by (4.6%) per year over the past 7 years. 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
TO STRENGTHEN DEMOCRACY AND EXPAND OPPORTUNITY FOR ALL AMERICANS.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
RESEARCH:PUBLIC AGENDA'S QUALITATIVE AND QUANTITATIVE OPINION RESEARCH IS DESIGNED TO GIVE PEOPLE A GREATER VOICE IN THE SYSTEMS AND INSTITUTIONS THAT SERVE THEM. THROUGH NON-PARTISAN SURVEYS, FOCUS GROUPS, IN-DEPTH INTERVIEWING AND MEDIA ANALYSIS, WE LISTEN TO PEOPLE'S PERSPECTIVES AND EXPERIENCES, AND THEIR VIEWS ON THE POLICIES AND PRACTICES THAT CAN IMPROVE THEIR LIVES AND COMMUNITIES. PUBLIC AGENDA COMMUNICATES INSIGHTS BASED ON OUR RESEARCH TO DECISION-MAKERS, PRACTITIONERS, AND JOURNALISTS IN FIELDS INCLUDING HEALTH CARE, EDUCATION AND DEMOCRATIC REFORM.
PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT:PUBLIC AGENDA'S PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT INITIATIVES HELP CITIZENS AND LEADERS WORK TOGETHER TO THINK, TALK AND WORK TOGETHER TO FORGE PROGRESS ON TOUGH CHALLENGES, SUCH AS CLOSING ACHIEVEMENT GAPS, REBUILDING FROM NATURAL DISASTERS AND IMPROVING COMMUNITY HEALTH. WE OFFER A VARIETY OF APPROACHES TO SUPPORT LOCAL COMMUNITIES IN EFFORTS TO BUILD CIVIC CAPACITY AND CITIZEN VOICE BY OPERATIONALIZING EQUITY IN THEIR WORK. OUR WORK BEGINS BY GAINING A DEEP UNDERSTANDING OF THE IMPACT OUR PARTNERS SEEK, THE COMMUNITIES THEY WORK WITH, AND EXISTING DECISION-MAKING STRUCTURES. WE WORK TOGETHER TO FACILITATE PROCESSES THAT BUILD LONG-TERM CIVIC AND COMMUNITY CAPACITY THROUGH INCLUSIVE AND EQUITABLE SYSTEMS WHILE ACTIVELY ADDRESSING CHALLENGES OF THE MOMENT.
COMMUNICATION SERVICES: PUBLIC AGENDA HELPS COMMUNITIES COMMUNICATE AND THINK THROUGH TOUGH PROBLEMS, BUILD COMMON GROUND ON SOLUTIONS, AND WORK TOGETHER TO FORGE PROGRESS ON SUCH ISSUES AS: EDUCATION, HEALTH CARE, ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY, AND CLIMATE CHANGE, THAT ARE CRUCIAL TO EXPANDING OPPORTUNITY, STRENGTHENING COMMUNITIES, AND SUPPORTING DEMOCRACY IN AMERICA.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
William K Friedman Former President | 0 | $240,000 | |
Matthew Leighninger Vp Of Public Engagement (thru Sep 2021) | 40 | $131,757 | |
David Schleifer PHD VP Of Research | 40 | $128,197 | |
Kathryn Lisa Director Of Development | 40 | $120,419 | |
Michelle Brown-Conway Director Of Finance | Officer | 40 | $119,035 |
Andrew Seligsohn President (eff. Aug 2021) | Officer | 40 | $82,859 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Tides Center Administration | 12/30/17 | $265,907 |
The Aspen Institute Research Services | 12/30/17 | $359,301 |
Achieving The Dream Inc Research Services | 12/30/17 | $173,125 |
Social Science Research Solutions Inc Research Services | 12/30/17 | $142,092 |
Teachers College Columbia University Research Services | 12/30/17 | $212,800 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $295,457 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $2,031,835 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $2,327,292 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $485,170 |
| Investment income | $93,666 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $229,281 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $3,136,414 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $0 |
| 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. | $337,323 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $219,260 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $253,003 |
| Other salaries and wages | $763,945 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $36,297 |
| Other employee benefits | $183,548 |
| Payroll taxes | $110,617 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $13,226 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $34,831 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $46,533 |
| Fees for services: Other | $602,488 |
| Advertising and promotion | $2,500 |
| Office expenses | $28,959 |
| Information technology | $126,913 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $69,184 |
| Travel | $9,856 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $1,750 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $20,360 |
| Insurance | $16,151 |
| All other expenses | $862 |
| Total functional expenses | $2,973,118 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $75,857 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $447,666 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $440,754 |
| 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 | $22,290 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $44,628 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $5,363,927 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $6,510 |
| Total assets | $6,401,632 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $183,297 |
| 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 | $183,297 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $4,898,709 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $1,319,626 |
| 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 | $6,401,632 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 7 grants that Public Agenda Inc has recieved totaling $420,033.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Lumina Foundation For Education Inc Indianapolis, IN PURPOSE: TO SUPPORT AN EFFORT TO FIND HIDDEN COMMON GROUND AMONG THE AMERICAN PUBLIC ON EDUCATION AND TRAINING AFTER HIGH SCHOOL. | $250,000 |
Laura And John Arnold Foundation Houston, TX PURPOSE: TO CONDUCT POLICY RESEARCH ON STUDENT EXPERIENCES AT FOR-PROFIT COLLEGES, COMMUNITY COLLEGES, AND LARGE PUBLIC AND NONPROFIT ONLINE INSTITUTIONS TO SUPPORT EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES FOR STUDENTS IN THE UNITED STATES. | $80,000 |
Ford Foundation New York, NY PURPOSE: CORE SUPPORT FOR ORGANIZATIONAL TRANSITION LEADERSHIP AND STAFF CAPACITY BUILDING | $50,000 |
Charles Koch Institute Arlington, VA PURPOSE: EDUCATION | $20,000 |
Sidney J Weinberg Foundation Albany, NY PURPOSE: FOR NONPROFIT RESEARCH AND PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT MEANT TO STRENGTHEN DEMOCRACY AND EXPAND OPPORTUNITY FOR ALL AMERICANS | $10,000 |
Sidney J Weinberg Foundation Albany, NY PURPOSE: FOR NONPROFIT RESEARCH AND PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT MEANT TO STRENGTHEN DEMOCRACY AND EXPAND OPPORTUNITY FOR ALL AMERICANS | $10,000 |
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|---|---|---|
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Health Care Planning Organization Inc Syracuse, NY | $16,566,077 | $12,522,448 |
Greater Rochester Regional Healthinformation Organization Inc Rochester, NY | $11,358,181 | $8,940,015 |
Vermont Information Technology Leaders Inc South Burlington, VT | $8,229,765 | $10,174,079 |
The Center For Global Enterprise Ltd New York, NY | $6,100,099 | $9,258,511 |
Bronx Rhio Inc Bronx, NY | $13,400,556 | $8,045,084 |
Commonwealth Foundation For Public Policy Alternatives Harrisburg, PA | $4,571,108 | $7,295,526 |
Represent Us Florence, MA | $4,329,740 | $6,528,597 |
Public Agenda Inc Brooklyn, NY | $6,401,632 | $3,136,414 |
Roper Center For Public Opinion Research Inc Ithaca, NY | $2,079,231 | $2,044,383 |