United To Protect Democracy
- Assets
- $15.2m
- Revenue
- $13.3m
- Investments
- $2.6m
- Employees
- 0
- Location
- Washington, DC
- Founding
- Data as of
- 12/2022
- EIN
- 81-4827260
Organization Overview
United To Protect Democracy is located in Washington, DC. United To Protect Democracy 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 12/2022, United To Protect Democracy generated $13.3m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 5 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 55.0% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $4.0m during the year ending 12/2022. While expenses have increased by 63.4% per year over the past 5 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.
Since 2020, United To Protect Democracy has awarded 12 individual grants totaling $1,716,230. If you would like to learn more about the grant giving history of this organization, scroll down to the grant profile section of this page.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2022
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
THE MISSION OF UNITED TO PROTECT DEMOCRACY IS TO PREVENT OUR DEMOCRACY FROM DECLINING INTO A MORE AUTHORITARIAN FORM OF GOVERNMENT. WE DO THIS BY WORKING TO STRENGTHEN THE CHECKS AND BALANCES THAT HAVE HELD THE EXECUTIVE BRANCH ACCOUNTABLE TO THE LAWS AND LONGSTANDING PRACTICES THAT HAVE PROTECTED OUR DEMOCRACY THROUGH BOTH DEMOCRATIC AND REPUBLICAN ADMINISTRATIONS.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
UNITED TO PROTECT DEMOCRACY CONFRONTS THREATS TO OUR DEMOCRACY BY ENGAGING IN LITIGATION, ADVOCATING FOR POLICY SOLUTIONS, AND PARTICIPATING IN PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS AND ORGANIZING EFFORTS.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Justin Florence Secretary & Legal Director | OfficerTrustee | 1.5 | $9,335 |
Jeff Berman President | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Jerry Hauser Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Richard R Buery Jr Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Ian Bassin Executive Director | Officer | 0.7 | $6,378 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Republican Accountability Project Research And Communications Services | 12/30/22 | $1,500,000 |
Frameshift Llc Polling Research | 12/30/22 | $160,000 |
Wide Eye Creative Llc Website Design Services | 12/30/22 | $255,455 |
Jensen Hughes Inc Security Services | 12/30/22 | $106,175 |
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 | $13,192,018 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $13,192,018 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $88,793 |
| 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 | $13,280,811 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $820,000 |
| 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. | $17,545 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $3,069 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $655,933 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $35,854 |
| Other employee benefits | $70,113 |
| Payroll taxes | $48,006 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $30,075 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $59,663 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $48,250 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $5,705 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $441,048 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $10,125 |
| Information technology | $34,889 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $42,239 |
| Travel | $12,903 |
| 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 | $34,377 |
| Insurance | $14,653 |
| All other expenses | $1,600,465 |
| Total functional expenses | $3,981,843 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $230,240 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $1,052,803 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $8,717,287 |
| 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 | $11,075 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $220,973 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $2,309,210 |
| Investments—other securities | $2,643,289 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $8,060 |
| Total assets | $15,192,937 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $65,316 |
| 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 | $337,153 |
| Total liabilities | $402,469 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $6,073,181 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $8,717,287 |
| 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 | $15,192,937 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, United To Protect Democracy has awarded $820,000 in support to 7 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
AMERICAN UNITY FUND PURPOSE: TO SUPPORT PROGRAM ACTIVITIES UNDER SECTION 501(C)(4) OF THE IRS TAX CODE | $610,000 |
NORTH FUND PURPOSE: TO SUPPORT PROGRAM ACTIVITIES UNDER SECTION 501(C)(4) OF THE IRS TAX CODE | $50,000 |
LEADERSHIP NOW PROJECT PURPOSE: TO SUPPORT PROGRAM ACTIVITIES UNDER SECTION 501(C)(4) OF THE IRS TAX CODE | $50,000 |
BLACK ECONOMIC ALLIANCE PURPOSE: TO SUPPORT PROGRAM ACTIVITIES UNDER SECTION 501(C)(4) OF THE IRS TAX CODE | $50,000 |
KEYSTONE RESEARCH CENTER PURPOSE: TO SUPPORT PROGRAM ACTIVITIES UNDER SECTION 501(C)(3) OF THE IRS TAX CODE | $25,000 |
MORMON WOMEN FOR ETHICAL GOVERNMENT PURPOSE: TO SUPPORT PROGRAM ACTIVITIES UNDER SECTION 501(C)(4) OF THE IRS TAX CODE | $20,000 |