Freedom Research Foundation is located in Washington, DC. The organization was established in 2016. According to its NTEE Classification (Q30) the organization is classified as: International Development, under the broad grouping of International, Foreign Affairs & National Security and related organizations. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Freedom Research Foundation 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, Freedom Research Foundation generated $479.5k in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 4 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 35.2% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $407.4k during the year ending 12/2023. While expenses have increased by 32.7% per year over the past 4 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:
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FREEDOM RESEARCH FOUNDATION IS AN EDUCATION AND RESEARCH FOUNDATION FOCUSED ON EDUCATING AMERICANS, THE PRIVATE, AND PUBLIC SECTORS ABOUT THOSE WHO SHARE AMERICAN VALUES AROUND THE WORLD MAINLY IN AREAS OF CONFLICT. WE USE DIFFERENT MEDIUMS TO EDUCATE THOSE IN FOREIGN COUNTRIES ON HOW TO BETTER EXPAND THE FUNDAMENTAL PRINCIPLES OF AMERICA: INDIVIDUAL FREEDOM (SPEECH, PRESS, RELIGION, ASSEMBLY), SELF DETERMINATION, AND GOOD GOVERNANCE.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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SYRIAN ENGAGEMENT TEAM (SET) -- IN AN EFFORT TO SUPPORT SECURITY DEVELOPMENT IN THE REGION, THE SET COORDINATED WITH DAANES (DEMOCRATIC ADMINISTRATION OF NORTH AND EAST SYRIA).- TO INTEGRATE THE MEDIA OFFICE IN THE MANAGEMENT AND USAGE OF THE OFFICIAL WEBSITE TO SERVE AS A MULTI-LANGUAGE EDUCATION PLATFORM INFORMING LOCAL AND INTERNATIONAL COMMUNITIES ABOUT THE DEVELOPMENT OF GOVERNANCE AND SECURITY IN NORTH-EAST SYRIA.- THE SET CONDUCTED MULTIPLE TRIPS WITH SECRETARY LEVEL PERSONNEL. THE FOCUS WAS ON THE SOLUTIONS FOR AL-HOL CAMP, ISIS PRISONERS, YOUTH REHABILITATION CENTERS AND DEVELOPING ECONOMIC GROWTH PROGRAMS BASED ON OFAC LIC 22 AND OVERALL PROGRESS IN GOVERNANCE ACROSS THE DAANES. MET WITH HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVE AND SENATE MEMBERS AND STAFF TO EDUCATE THEM ON THE DEVELOPMENTS IN SYRIA, IRAQ AND ACROSS THE REGION. SPECIFICALLY, THE IMPLICATIONS FOR U.S. NATIONAL SECURITY IN RELATION TO DAANES STABILITY.- ENGAGED WITH DOS AND DOD OFFICIALS TO IMPROVE INTER-AGENCY COMMUNICATIONS AND EDUCATE STAFF ON THEIR AREA OF OPERATIONS.
UKRAINIAN ENGAGEMENT TEAM (UET) -- CONDUCTED EARLY ENGAGEMENTS WITH UKRAINIAN UNIT LEADERS IN SUPPORT OF FUTURE PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT.- MET WITH U.S. STAKEHOLDERS TO DETERMINE LOGISTICAL ACCOUNTABILITY DEFICIENCIES.- COORDINATED WITH U.S. BASED APPLICATION DEVELOPER FOR APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT ADDRESSING IDENTIFIED DEFICIENCIES. - AT THE END OF THIS PROGRAM RESULTS WERE PUBLISHED AND HANDED TO THE PRIVATE AND PUBLIC SECTOR STAKE HOLDERS AS EDUCATION TOOLS TO MAKE THEM AWARE OF THE NECESSITY OF DEVELOPING PRIVATE SECTOR SOLUTIONS. FOR FREEDOM RESEARCH FOUNDATION PURPOSES, THE PROGRAM ACCOMPLISHED EVERYTHING IT WAS DESIGNED TO DO.
GENERAL PROGRAM THE FREEDOM RESEARCH FOUNDATION'S CORE PROGRAM INVOLVES ENGAGING WITH POLICY MAKERS, MILITARY LIAISONS, AND THE GENERAL PUBLIC THROUGH DIRECT COMMUNICATION, MARKETING INITIATIVES, AND EDUCATION PROGRAMS. THIS PROGRAM AIMS TO PROVIDE BETTER EDUCATION TO THESE RELEVANT PARTIES ABOUT THE FOUNDATION'S MISSION AND THE INTERNATIONAL PROGRAMS IT CONDUCTS. BY GENERATING AWARENESS AND UNDERSTANDING OF THE ISSUES THAT CONCERN FREEDOM RESEARCH FOUNDATION AND ITS PROACTIVE EFFORTS TO ADDRESS THEM, OUR GENERAL PROGRAM PLAYS A VITAL ROLE IN ADVANCING OUR MISSION.
Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
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Brandon Wheeler Ceo/president | OfficerTrustee | 60 | $115,000 |
Tom Wentling Chairman | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Nadine Maenza Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Amanda Mcdonald Director/secretary Beg. November | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Ryan Perez Secretary Thru November | OfficerTrustee | 40 | $34,848 |
Statement of Revenue | |
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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 | $478,122 |
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $199,122 |
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $478,122 |
Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
Investment income | $261 |
Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
Royalties | $0 |
Net Rental Income | $0 |
Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $1,077 |
Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
Total Revenue | $479,460 |
Statement of Expenses | |
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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. | $130,682 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $5,615 |
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 | $1,331 |
Fees for services: Accounting | $28,236 |
Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
Fees for services: Investment Management | $133 |
Fees for services: Other | $49,259 |
Advertising and promotion | $1,593 |
Office expenses | $4,854 |
Information technology | $39,260 |
Royalties | $0 |
Occupancy | $816 |
Travel | $111,959 |
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 | $16,245 |
Insurance | $0 |
All other expenses | $23,063 |
Total functional expenses | $407,431 |
Balance Sheet | |
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Cash—non-interest-bearing | $110,968 |
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 | $21,282 |
Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $0 |
Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
Investments—other securities | $7,393 |
Investments—program-related | $0 |
Intangible assets | $26,227 |
Other assets | $0 |
Total assets | $165,870 |
Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $13,147 |
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 | $13,147 |
Net assets without donor restrictions | $152,723 |
Net assets with donor restrictions | $0 |
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 | $165,870 |