American Values
- Assets
- $3.9m
- Revenue
- $1.9m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 5
- Location
- Arlington, VA
- Founding
- 03/1992
- Data as of
- 12/2021
- EIN
- 52-1762320
Organization Overview
American Values is located in Arlington, VA. The organization was established in 1992. According to its NTEE Classification (A30) the organization is classified as: Media & Communications, under the broad grouping of Arts, Culture & Humanities and related organizations. As of 12/2021, American Values employed 5 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. American Values 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 12/2021, American Values generated $1.9m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 7 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 4.6% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $1.1m during the year ending 12/2021. 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
AMERICAN VALUES IS DEDICATED TO DEFENDING THE FOUNDING PRINCIPLES OF OUR NATION AS ARTICULATED IN THE DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE AND THE CONSTITUTION. AMERICAN VALUES WORKS TO EDUCATE THE PUBLIC AND POLICY MAKERS ABOUT CRITICAL ISSUES INCLUDING THE SANCTITY OF LIFE, RELIGIOUS LIBERTY, FREE ENTERPRISE, A STRONG NATIONAL DEFENSE AND A ROBUST ALLIANCE WITH ISRAEL.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
IN 2021 AMERICAN VALUES WORKED TO EDUCATE THE PUBLIC AND POLICYMAKERS ABOUT ISSUES RELATED TO DOMESTIC CHALLENGES TO RELIGIOUS LIBERTY, RELIGIOUS PERSECUTION OVERSEAS, NATIONAL SECURITY, FOREIGN POLICY AND THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC. AMERICAN VALUES PRESIDENT GARY L. BAUER WAS QUOTED IN MEDIA INTERVIEWS ON A BROAD VARIETY OF TOPICS FROM THE SANCTITY OF LIFE TO AMERICA'S ALLIANCE WITH ISRAEL. AMERICAN VALUES PARTICIPATED IN AND CO-SPONSORED NUMEROUS CONFERENCES AND ONLINE EVENTS IN DEFENSE OF THE FAMILY, AND PROVIDED UP-TO-DATE REPORTING AND ANALYSIS ON CRITICAL ISSUES IN THE NEWS THROUGH ITS DAILY EDUCATIONAL E-MAIL REPORT, SOCIAL MEDIA EFFORTS AND DAILY RADIO COMMENTARIES.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Gary Bauer President | OfficerTrustee | 40 | $159,065 |
Dorie Black Director Of Finance | 40 | $136,668 | |
Carol Bauer Secretary/treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 20 | $75,851 |
Emilie Wierda Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Walter Lukens Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Chuck Donovan Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
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 | $1,802,406 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $26,233 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $1,802,406 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $6,167 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $6,869 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $57,230 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $1,872,672 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $48,659 |
| 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. | $294,273 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $55,912 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $286,571 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $16,227 |
| Other employee benefits | $80,754 |
| Payroll taxes | $38,238 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $663 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $19,550 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $99,599 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $90,037 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $102,767 |
| Travel | $3,338 |
| 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 | $22,141 |
| Insurance | $2,991 |
| All other expenses | $2,783 |
| Total functional expenses | $1,134,564 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $0 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $3,556,515 |
| 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 | $71,684 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $1,159 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $282,310 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $11,411 |
| Total assets | $3,923,079 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $43,040 |
| 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 | $32,890 |
| Total liabilities | $75,930 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $3,796,574 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $50,575 |
| 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 | $3,923,079 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, American Values has awarded $43,659 in support to 3 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
Washington, DC PURPOSE: MEMBERSHIP & MEETINGS | $16,659 |
San Antonio, TX PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $14,500 |
Washington, DC PURPOSE: VALUES VOTER SUMMIT | $12,500 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 2 grants that American Values has recieved totaling $2,000.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Heritage Valley Foundation Stanwood, WA PURPOSE: SUPPORT OF FAMILY, FAITH,AND FREEDOM | $1,200 |
James W And Norma Eloise Terry Foundation Cape Girardeau, MO PURPOSE: FOR THEIR GENERAL PURPOSE | $800 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
States Newsroom Chapel Hill, NC | $13,800,464 | $21,635,211 |
American Journalism Project Inc Washington, DC | $31,017,201 | $25,103,494 |
Wireless Infrastructure Association Arlington, VA | $5,735,220 | $13,503,985 |
Computer And Communications Industry Association Washington, DC | $22,913,762 | $13,219,537 |
National Propane Gas Association Inc Washington, DC | $13,626,002 | $7,831,791 |
The Landmark Foundation Norfolk, VA | $109,541,807 | $6,787,493 |
Memphis Fourth Estate Inc Memphis, TN | $2,591,759 | $5,585,999 |
Mid-South Public Communications Foundation Cordova, TN | $12,673,070 | $6,880,659 |
The Center For Documentary Studies Durham, NC | $43,603,036 | $4,787,381 |
National Center On Sexual Exploitation Inc Washington, DC | $5,068,594 | $5,085,859 |
Journalism For Change Inc Arlington, VA | $491,394 | $3,913,277 |
Mennomedia Inc Harrisonburg, VA | $1,388,799 | $3,143,696 |