American Academy In Berlin
- Assets
- $65.1m
- Revenue
- $12.7m
- Investments
- $34.3m
- Employees
- 64
- Location
- New York, NY
- Founding
- 04/1992
- Data as of
- 06/2021
- EIN
- 52-1726273
Organization Overview
American Academy In Berlin is located in New York, NY. The organization was established in 1992. According to its NTEE Classification (Q11) the organization is classified as: Single Organization Support, under the broad grouping of International, Foreign Affairs & National Security and related organizations. As of 06/2021, American Academy In Berlin employed 64 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. American Academy In Berlin 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 06/2021, American Academy In Berlin generated $12.7m in total revenue. The organization has seen a slow decline revenue. Over the past 6 years, revenues have fallen by an average of (2.7%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $7.4m during the year ending 06/2021. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Form
990T
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990T Filing
TAX YEAR
2021
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
THE AMERICAN ACADEMY IN BERLIN IS AN INSTITUTE FOR ADVANCED WORKS IN THE ARTS, HUMANITIES, SOCIAL SCIENCES AND PUBLIC POLICY. THE ACADEMY'S GOALS INCLUDE BUILDING DEEPER TIES IN THESE AREAS BETWEEN GERMANY AND THE U.S.A.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
THE AMERICAN ACADEMY IN BERLIN FOSTERS TRANSATLANTIC DIALOGUE AND RELATIONSHIPS AMONG LEADING SCHOLARS AND ARTISTS BY SPONSORING A RESIDENTIAL FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM FOR ADVANCED INDEPENDENT WORK IN THE ARTS, HUMANITIES SOCIAL SCIENCES AND PUBLIC POLICY; THROUGH PUBLIC PROGRAMMING, CONFERENCES AND PUBLICATIONS THAT PROMOTE THE WORK OF FELLOWS AND GERMAN-AMERICAN INTELLECTUAL EXCHANGE; AND THROUGH A SHORT-TERM DISTINGUISHED VISITOR PROGRAM, WHICH BRINGS DISTINGUISHED AMERICANS FROM A VARIETY OF DISCIPLINES TO GERMANY FOR A ROBUST EXCHANGE OF VIEWS.THE RICHARD C. HOLBROOKE FORUM IS AN ONGOING SERIES OF INTERNATIONALWORKSHOPS CONVENED BY THE ACADEMY AND ITS RICHARD C. HOLBROOKE FELLOWS.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Christian Diehl Chief Operating Officer | Officer | 40 | $385,108 |
Michael P Steinberg President-Former | 40 | $350,004 | |
Daniel Benjamin President-Since July 1, 2020 | Officer | 40 | $318,644 |
Berit Ebert Head Of Program And Development | 40 | $152,956 | |
Sandra E Peterson Chairman | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Stefan Von Holtzbrinck Vice Chair | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Lindner Ag Construction | 6/29/20 | $175,268 |
Landseer Advisors Llc Investment Advisory | 6/29/20 | $250,000 |
Spencer Stuart Recruiting | 6/29/20 | $110,278 |
Lindner Ag Construction | 6/29/20 | $175,268 |
Landseer Advisors Llc Investment Advisory | 6/29/20 | $250,000 |
Spencer Stuart Recruiting | 6/29/20 | $110,278 |
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 | $4,486,593 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $4,486,593 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $1,281,646 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $14,637 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $6,733,667 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $12,729,406 |
| 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 | $357,500 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $1,134,122 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $226,824 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $2,481,048 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $34,874 |
| Payroll taxes | $475,135 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $1,637 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $182,306 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $668,973 |
| Fees for services: Other | $651,536 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $52,682 |
| Information technology | $163,422 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $217,701 |
| Travel | $79,531 |
| 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 | $312,979 |
| Insurance | $32,323 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $7,414,668 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $17,613 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $1,756,027 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $2,044,243 |
| 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 | $142,568 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $2,243,175 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $24,444,494 |
| Investments—other securities | $34,317,043 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $108,955 |
| Total assets | $65,074,118 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $607,905 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $22,673 |
| 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 | $630,578 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $27,597,353 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $36,846,187 |
| 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 | $65,074,118 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 9 grants that American Academy In Berlin has recieved totaling $156,000.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
American Endowment Foundation Hudson, OH PURPOSE: INTERNATIONAL | $50,000 |
Joy Foundation Aspen, CO PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $50,000 |
Mai Family Foundation New York, NY PURPOSE: CHARITABLE | $25,000 |
Schwab Charitable Fund San Francisco, CA PURPOSE: INTERNATIONAL, FOREIGN AFFAIRS | $7,500 |
William S Paley Foundation Inc Valhalla, NY PURPOSE: GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | $7,500 |
Ralph M Parsons Foundation Los Angeles, CA PURPOSE: TO SUPPORT THE GAHL BURT POLICY FELLOWSHIP | $5,000 |
Endowment Analysis
| Beg. Balance | $48,122,775 |
| Earnings | $11,793,995 |
| Net Contributions | $2,262,781 |
| Other Expense | $2,724,953 |
| Ending Balance | $59,454,598 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
American Friends Of I D C New York, NY | $14,623,044 | $14,040,962 |
Impactisrael Inc Needham, MA | $24,207,913 | $9,440,610 |
Western Wall Heritage Foundation Inc New York, NY | $25,127,804 | $7,810,412 |
American Academy In Berlin New York, NY | $65,074,118 | $12,729,406 |
Pardes Institute Of Jewish Studies North America Inc New York, NY | $14,479,491 | $5,447,773 |
American Friends Of Israel Organizations Inc Brooklyn, NY | $35,926 | $5,743,615 |
American Friends Of Bais Hamedresh Taharos Airmont, NY | $520,715 | $5,151,497 |
Kolel Chibas Jerusalem Brooklyn, NY | $2,229,952 | $6,000,349 |
American Friends Of The Rambam Medical Center New York, NY | $4,936,949 | $3,958,542 |
Oxford University Development North America Inc New York, NY | $1,680,155 | $4,245,191 |
The Vellore Christian Medical College Foundation Inc New York, NY | $11,427,824 | $4,431,468 |
The American Friends Of The British Museum Inc New York, NY | $2,180,959 | $995,747 |