Center For Humane Technology is located in San Francisco, CA. The organization was established in 2018. According to its NTEE Classification (U05) the organization is classified as: Research Institutes & Public Policy Analysis, under the broad grouping of Science & Technology and related organizations. As of 06/2023, Center For Humane Technology employed 16 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Center For Humane Technology 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 06/2023, Center For Humane Technology generated $9.5m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 6 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 48.2% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $3.3m during the year ending 06/2023. While expenses have increased by 34.1% per year over the past 6 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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ABOUT THE CENTER FOR HUMANE TECHNOLOGY: THE CENTER FOR HUMANE TECHNOLOGY (CHT) IS A SAN FRANCISCO-BASED 501C3 NONPROFIT. CHTS MISSION IS TO ALIGN TECHNOLOGY WITH HUMANITYS BEST INTERESTS. WE AIM TO SHIFT TECHNOLOGY TOWARDS A MORE HUMANE FUTURE THAT SUPPORTS OUR WELL-BEING, DEMOCRATIC FUNCTIONING, AND SHARED INFORMATION ENVIRONMENT. WHAT WE DO: WE SOUND THE ALARM ON THE CATASTROPHIC EFFECTS OF RUNAWAY TECHNOLOGY. TODAYS POWERFUL TECH COMPANIES ARE DRIVEN BY PERVERSE INCENTIVES. OUR WORK ILLUMINATES THE FORCES FUELING A BROKEN SYSTEM.WE PURSUE STRATEGIC SOLUTIONS THROUGH AN EMPOWERED NETWORK. WE WORK CLOSELY WITH A NETWORK OF PARTNERS, EXPERTS, SENIOR OFFICIALS, EXECUTIVES, AND OTHER LEADERS TO BUILD SHARED UNDERSTANDING AND TAKE COLLECTIVE ACTION.WE PROVIDE PRACTICAL RESOURCES FOR A GROWING COMMUNITY OF CHANGEMAKERS THROUGH A VARIETY OF RESOURCES LIKE OUR PODCAST, FREE ONLINE COURSE, AND TOOLKITS.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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CHTS MISSION IS TO ALIGN TECHNOLOGY WITH HUMANITYS BEST INTERESTS. WE AIM TO SHIFT TECHNOLOGY TOWARDS A MORE HUMANE FUTURE THAT SUPPORTS OUR WELL-BEING, DEMOCRATIC FUNCTIONING, AND SHARED INFORMATION ENVIRONMENT.WHAT WE DO: WE SOUND THE ALARM ON THE CATASTROPHIC EFFECTS OF A BROKEN TECH SYSTEM THAT PROFITS FROM PEOPLES ATTENTION. OUR WORK ILLUMINATES THE FORCES FUELING A BROKEN SYSTEM.WE PURSUE STRATEGIC SOLUTIONS THROUGH AN EMPOWERED NETWORK. WE WORK CLOSELY WITH A NETWORK OF PARTNERS, EXPERTS, SENIOR OFFICIALS, EXECUTIVES, AND OTHER LEADERS TO BUILD SHARED UNDERSTANDING AND TAKE COLLECTIVE ACTION.WE PROVIDE PRACTICAL RESOURCES FOR A GROWING COMMUNITY OF CHANGEMAKERS THROUGH A VARIETY OF RESOURCES LIKE OUR PODCAST, FREE ONLINE COURSE, AND TOOLKITS.
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Tristan Harris Co-Founder/ed | OfficerTrustee | 40 | $249,899 |
Pemith Fernando Co-Fndr/trnng Lead | 40 | $206,127 | |
Maria Bridge COO | Officer | 40 | $200,315 |
Brooke Clinton Operations Manager | 40 | $180,378 | |
Rebecca Lendl COO | 40 | $178,723 | |
Camille Carlton Sr Policy/comm Mgr | 40 | $135,736 |
| 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 | $9,611,835 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $4,903,833 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $9,611,835 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $0 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | -$154,799 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $9,457,658 |
| 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. | $504,578 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $130,411 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $1,321,650 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $44,178 |
| Other employee benefits | $77,587 |
| Payroll taxes | $124,366 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $11,958 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $48,000 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $59,494 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $685,229 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $67,902 |
| Information technology | $95,103 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $17,388 |
| Travel | $253,099 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $2,372 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $0 |
| Insurance | $6,628 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $3,319,704 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $361,623 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $7,992,327 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $500,000 |
| 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 | $41,332 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $0 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $8,895,282 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $132,878 |
| 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 | $132,878 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $8,262,404 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $500,000 |
| 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 | $8,895,282 |