Citizens United Foundation is located in Washington, DC. The organization was established in 1992. According to its NTEE Classification (Z99) the organization is classified as: Unknown, under the broad grouping of Unknown and related organizations. As of 12/2022, Citizens United Foundation employed 8 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Citizens United 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 12/2022, Citizens United Foundation generated $2.5m in total revenue. This represents a relatively dramatic decline in revenue. Over the past 8 years, the organization has seen revenues fall by an average of (4.6%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $4.8m during the year ending 12/2022. 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
2022
Describe the Organization's Mission:
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AN EDUCATIONAL ORGANIZATION WHICH CONDUCTS RESEARCH,INFORMS AND EDUCATES THE PUBLIC ON VARIOUS NATIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL ISSUES.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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TRADITIONAL VALUES PROGRAM: RESEARCH, PUBLICATION AND PUBLIC DISTRIBUTION OF EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS IN DEFENSE OF TRADITIONAL AMERICAN VALUES AND THE INSTITUTIONS THAT SUPPORT AND PROMOTE SUCH VALUES.
TRADITIONAL VALUES PROGRAM: RESEARCH, PUBLICATION AND PUBLIC DISTRIBUTION OF EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS IN DEFENSE OF TRADITIONAL AMERICAN VALUES AND THE INSTITUTIONS THAT SUPPORT AND PROMOTE SUCH VALUES.
CITIZENS UNITED FOUNDATION PRODUCTIONS: PRODUCE, DISTRIBUTE AND MARKET EDUCATIONAL DOCUMENTARY FILMS FOCUSING ON CONTEMPORARY DOMESTIC AND INTERNATIONAL ISSUES.
CITIZENS UNITED FOUNDATION PRODUCTIONS: PRODUCE, DISTRIBUTE AND MARKET EDUCATIONAL DOCUMENTARY FILMS FOCUSING ON CONTEMPORARY DOMESTIC AND INTERNATIONAL ISSUES.
LEGAL AND JUDICIAL ACTION PROGRAMS: RESEARCH, PUBLICATION AND PUBLIC DISTRIBUTION OF EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS RELATING TO THE AMERICAN COURT SYSTEM, LEGAL RESEARCH AND LITIGATION SUPORT IN DEFENSE OF HUMAN AND CIVIL RIGHTS.
LEGAL AND JUDICIAL ACTION PROGRAMS: RESEARCH, PUBLICATION AND PUBLIC DISTRIBUTION OF EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS RELATING TO THE AMERICAN COURT SYSTEM, LEGAL RESEARCH AND LITIGATION SUPORT IN DEFENSE OF HUMAN AND CIVIL RIGHTS.
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation | 
|---|---|---|---|
| Brian Berry Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 | 
| David Bossie President & Director | OfficerTrustee | 21 | $216,411 | 
| Ron Robinson Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 | 
| Dennis Moore Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 | 
| Michael Boos Secty & General Counsel | Officer | 14 | $122,502 | 
| Richard Kimble V.P. Development | Officer | 17 | $121,169 | 
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation | 
|---|---|---|
| Planet Direct Mail Direct Mail | 12/30/22 | $467,620 | 
| Meath Television Media Motion Picture Production | 12/30/22 | $330,071 | 
| Strategic Placement Media Media Air Time | 12/30/22 | $300,000 | 
| Micro Targeted Media Marketing Promotion | 12/30/22 | $247,000 | 
| Fullfillment House Postage | 12/30/22 | $203,910 | 
| Planet Direct Mail Direct Mail | 12/30/22 | $467,620 | 
| 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 | $2,237,356 | 
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 | 
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $2,237,356 | 
| Total Program Service Revenue | $28,495 | 
| Investment income | $6,019 | 
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 | 
| Royalties | $163,736 | 
| Net Rental Income | $108,000 | 
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | -$31,872 | 
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 | 
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 | 
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 | 
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 | 
| Total Revenue | $2,511,734 | 
| 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. | $665,449 | 
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $226,253 | 
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 | 
| Other salaries and wages | $14,849 | 
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $45,107 | 
| Other employee benefits | $96,359 | 
| Payroll taxes | $0 | 
| Fees for services: Management | $106,998 | 
| Fees for services: Legal | $26,218 | 
| Fees for services: Accounting | $20,923 | 
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 | 
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $133,080 | 
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 | 
| Fees for services: Other | $0 | 
| Advertising and promotion | $0 | 
| Office expenses | $216,767 | 
| Information technology | $0 | 
| Royalties | $31,369 | 
| Occupancy | $0 | 
| Travel | $13,011 | 
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 | 
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 | 
| Interest | $25,710 | 
| Payments to affiliates | $0 | 
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $138,967 | 
| Insurance | $103,065 | 
| All other expenses | $193,730 | 
| Total functional expenses | $4,826,439 | 
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $2,665,808 | 
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $134,975 | 
| 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 | $46,222 | 
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $3,775,347 | 
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 | 
| Investments—other securities | $0 | 
| Investments—program-related | $0 | 
| Intangible assets | $0 | 
| Other assets | $69,349 | 
| Total assets | $6,691,701 | 
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $114,937 | 
| 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 | $482,044 | 
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 | 
| Other liabilities | $1,288,261 | 
| Total liabilities | $1,885,242 | 
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $3,537,645 | 
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $1,268,814 | 
| 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 | $6,691,701 | 
Over the last fiscal year, Citizens United Foundation has awarded $1,300,000 in support to 2 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount | 
|---|---|
| CONSERVATIVE PARTNERSHIP INSTITUTE PURPOSE: ELECTION INTEGRITY PROGRAMS. | $300,000 | 
| CHEELEY LAW GROUP LLC PURPOSE: ELECTION INTEGRITY LITIGATION. | $1,000,000 |