Center Forward
- Assets
- $3.7m
- Revenue
- $18.8m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 4
- Location
- Mc Lean, VA
- Founding
- Data as of
- 12/2021
- EIN
- 27-2429741
Organization Overview
Center Forward is located in Mc Lean, VA. According to its NTEE Classification (W20) the organization is classified as: Government & Public Administration, under the broad grouping of Public & Societal Benefit and related organizations. As of 12/2021, Center Forward employed 4 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Center Forward 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 12/2021, Center Forward generated $18.8m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 6 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 40.1% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $16.7m during the year ending 12/2021. While expenses have increased by 36.9% per year over the past 6 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
2021
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
TO ADVANCE THE MAINSTREAM PRINCIPLES ESPOUSED BY THE MODERATE MOVEMENT BY PROVIDING A SERIES OF FORUMS AND PROGRAMS THROUGH WHICH PARTICIPANTS CAN ENGAGE IN THOUGHTFUL DISCUSSION AND DEBATE.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
THE ORGANIZATION'S 2021 EXEMPT PURPOSE ACHIEVEMENTS WERE TO ADVANCE THE MAINSTREAM PRINCIPLES ESPOUSED BY THE CENTRIST MOVEMENT. SPECIFICALLY, THE ORGANIZATION HELD PANEL AND DISCUSSION EVENTS ON ISSUES RELEVANT TO THE WORK IN CONGRESS. IN ADDITION, THE ORGANIZATION RESEARCHED, PRODUCED AND CONDUCTED NATIONWIDE ISSUE ADVERTISING TO PROMOTE THE MODERATE MOVEMENT.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Cori Kramer Executive Director | Officer | 40 | $756,889 |
Jefferies Murray Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 5 | $0 |
Vickie Walling Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 0.5 | $0 |
Elizabeth Greer Director - Partial Year | Trustee | 3 | $0 |
Robert Bud Cramer Board Chair | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Cindy Brown Director - Partial Year | Trustee | 3 | $0 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Global Strategy Group Advertising And Consulting | 12/30/21 | $2,932,000 |
4c Partners Advertising | 12/30/21 | $6,460,000 |
Seven Letter Communications | 12/30/21 | $1,467,000 |
Message & Media Llc Advertising | 12/30/21 | $650,000 |
The Strategy Group Llc Advertising | 12/30/21 | $504,043 |
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 | $18,806,571 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $18,806,571 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $15,107 |
| Investment income | $1,762 |
| 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 | $18,823,440 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $1,190,961 |
| 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. | $766,606 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $387,254 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $215,065 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $10,920 |
| Other employee benefits | $12,935 |
| Payroll taxes | $35,082 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $13,597 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $4,485 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $140,900 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $4,402,826 |
| Advertising and promotion | $9,356,655 |
| Office expenses | $18,618 |
| Information technology | $10,063 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $271,926 |
| Travel | $5,210 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $129,859 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $0 |
| Insurance | $36,702 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $16,652,484 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $0 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $3,646,131 |
| 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 | $15,000 |
| Total assets | $3,661,131 |
| 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 | $2,806 |
| Total liabilities | $2,806 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $0 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $0 |
| Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds | $3,658,325 |
| 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 | $3,661,131 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Center Forward has awarded $1,190,961 in support to 2 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
Washington, DC PURPOSE: GENERAL PURPOSE | $1,151,000 |
Mc Lean, VA PURPOSE: EDUCATION | $39,961 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 4 grants that Center Forward has recieved totaling $1,829,600.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Pharmaceutical Research And Manufacturers Of America Washington, DC PURPOSE: General Contribution | $1,734,600 |
Biotechnology Innovation Organization Washington, DC PURPOSE: 2021 ANNUAL STAKEHOLDER PROGRAM | $35,000 |
Federation Of American Hospitals Inc Washington, DC PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $30,000 |
Business Roundtable Inc Washington, DC PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $30,000 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
American Association Of Motor Vehicle Administrators Arlington, VA | $113,853,156 | $49,031,814 |
Metropolitan Washington Council Of Governments Washington, DC | $68,812,642 | $44,555,929 |
North Fund Washington, DC | $43,517,343 | $42,926,545 |
Cato Institute Washington, DC | $116,844,158 | $45,929,682 |
First Concord Corporation Concord, NC | $20,714,821 | $2,358,784 |
National Committee To Preserve Social Security And Medicare Washington, DC | $5,447,556 | $14,990,578 |
Reston Association Reston, VA | $43,721,869 | $19,863,227 |
Center Forward Mc Lean, VA | $3,661,131 | $18,823,440 |
Common Cause Education Fund Washington, DC | $24,182,815 | $19,591,561 |
Union Station Redevelopment Corp Washington, DC | $149,911,473 | $10,837,768 |
Club For Growth Washington, DC | $13,409,815 | $18,704,644 |
American Legislative Exchange Council Arlington, VA | $8,013,515 | $9,832,106 |