American Task Force Argentina
- Assets
- $0.0
- Revenue
- $2.5m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 0
- Location
- Arlington, VA
- Founding
- Data as of
- 12/2016
- EIN
- 20-8233448
Organization Overview
American Task Force Argentina, operating under the name Fact Check Argentina, is located in Arlington, VA. Fact Check Argentina 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 12/2016, Fact Check Argentina generated $2.5m in total revenue. This represents a relatively dramatic decline in revenue. Over the past 2 years, the organization has seen revenues fall by an average of (56.4%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $3.0m during the year ending 12/2016. As we would expect to see with falling revenues, expenses have declined by (52.9%) per year over the past 2 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
2016
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
EDUCATE THE PUBLIC AND US POLICYMAKERS ON HOW THE ARGENTINE'S SOVEREIGN DEBT DEFAULT HAS DIRECTLY AND INDIRECTLY IMPACTED AVERAGE CITIZENS, US TAXPAYERS AND INVESTORS INCLUDING HOW IT HAS IMPACTED THE STABILITY OF INTERNATIONAL MARKETS AND THE WORLD'S ECONOMIC STAGE.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
MEDIA RELATIONS: DEVELOPED AND DISTRIBUTED PRESS RELEASES, ADVERTISEMENTS AND POSTED BLOGS.
EDUCATION: EDUCATED THE PUBLIC AND POLICYMAKERS ON THE MISSION OF AMERICAN TASK FORCE ARGENTINA.
LOBBYING: LOBBIED US CONGRESS AND ADMINISTRATION TO FACILITATE A FAIR RESOLUTION FOR US HOLDERS OF ARGENTINE DEBT.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Robert Shapiro President | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Nancy Soderberg Bistrong Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Justin Peterson Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Arko Consulting | 12/30/16 | $180,000 |
Douglas Davenport Consulting | 12/30/16 | $239,740 |
Dci Group Llc Program, Ops, Mgmt | 12/30/16 | $1,643,073 |
Raben Group Consulting | 12/30/16 | $180,000 |
Covington & Burling Consulting | 12/30/16 | $180,000 |
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 | $2,473,451 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $2,473,451 |
| 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 | $2,473,451 |
| 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. | $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 | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $7,000 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $475,161 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $960,838 |
| Advertising and promotion | $22,500 |
| Office expenses | $219 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $0 |
| Travel | $8,700 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $2,965,831 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $0 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $0 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Unrestricted restricted net Assets | $0 |
| Temporarily restricted net Assets | $0 |
| Permanently restricted net Assets or current funds | $0 |
| Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds | $0 |
| Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, building, or equipment fund | $0 |
| Total net assets or fund balances | $0 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, American Task Force Argentina has awarded $225,000 in support to 3 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
HUDSON INSTITUTE PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $60,000 |
THE TAXPAYER'S PROTECTION ALLIANCE PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $15,000 |
INTERNATIONAL ASSESSMENT AND STRATEGY CENTER PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $150,000 |