American Civil Liberties Union is located in Portland, OR. The organization was established in 1970. According to its NTEE Classification (R60) the organization is classified as: Civil Liberties, under the broad grouping of Civil Rights, Social Action & Advocacy and related organizations. This organization is a subordinate organization within an affiliated group for tax-exemption purposes. American Civil Liberties Union 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 03/2024, American Civil Liberties Union generated $2.4m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 9 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 25.3% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $1.4m during the year ending 03/2024. While expenses have increased by 22.1% per year over the past 9 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
2024
Describe the Organization's Mission:
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THE OREGON AFFILIATE OF THE ACLU IS A NON-PARTISAN ORGANIZATION DEDICATED TO THE PRESERVATION AND ENHANCEMENT OF CIVIL LIBERTIES AND CIVIL RIGHTS.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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LEGISLATION: EXAMINATION AND ADVOCACY OF LAWS PROPOSED IN STATE LEGISLATURE, BALLOT MEASURES, AND LOCAL GOVERNING BODIES AS TO THEIR EFFECT ON CIVIL LIBERTIES AND CIVIL RIGHTS.
EDUCATION: EDUCATE MEMBERSHIP AND THE PUBLIC AS TO THEIR CIVIL LIBERTIES AND CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Sandy Chung Executive Dir. | Officer | 14 | $0 |
Yvonne Garcia Deputy Director | 1 | $0 | |
Kelly Simon Legal Director | 1 | $0 | |
Jeanine Morales President | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Rian Peck VP Legal | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Rut Martinez-Alicea VP Equity | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
The Pivot Group Personalized Mailing | 3/30/23 | $146,400 |
Kinetic West Llc Consulting | 3/30/23 | $140,250 |
Portland United For Change Portland Charter | 3/30/23 | $100,000 |
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $1,742,447 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $0 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $386,067 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $2,128,514 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $289,148 |
| 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 | $2,417,662 |
| 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. | $61,034 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $22,942 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $583,156 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $30,324 |
| Other employee benefits | $81,331 |
| Payroll taxes | $43,819 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $0 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $432,304 |
| Advertising and promotion | $4,545 |
| Office expenses | $25,168 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $28,598 |
| Travel | $24,249 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 |
| Interest | $2,259 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $1,975 |
| Insurance | $12,850 |
| All other expenses | $895 |
| Total functional expenses | $1,395,163 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $222,650 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $8,923,884 |
| 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 | $12,747 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $5,368 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $1,001,335 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $1,217,407 |
| Total assets | $11,383,391 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $71,608 |
| 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 | $877,237 |
| Total liabilities | $948,845 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $10,418,023 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $16,523 |
| 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 | $11,383,391 |