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Form 990 for tax year 2023

Filed by AMERICAN CIVIL LIBERTIES UNION.

Totals

Total revenue
$6,440,525
Total expenses
$3,960,141
Contributions and grants received
$3,270,053
Grants paid
$31,242
Program service revenue
$0
Investment income
$3,156,799
Other revenue
$13,673
Total assets, end of year
$24,830,091
Total liabilities, end of year
$6,185,453
Net assets or fund balances, end of year
$18,644,638
Program services expenses (Part IX)
$3,294,893
Management and general expenses
$651,535
Fundraising expenses
$13,713
Program service expenses (Part III)
$3,294,893

Program services were 83.2% of total expenses calculated — Part IX's program-services column over total expenses, both as filed.

Line items

Every line the filer filed in Parts VIII, IX and X, as filed and in filed order. Blank columns are left out, and the lines are not forced to add up to the totals above.

Revenue

Part VIII, the statement of revenue.

  • 1b · Membership dues

    $2,197,893

  • 1f · All other contributions, gifts and grants

    $1,072,160

  • 3 · Investment income

    total $344,860 · excluded $344,860

  • 7a · Gross sales of assets other than inventory

    securities $16,458,346

  • 7b · Less cost or other basis and sales expenses

    securities $13,646,407

  • 7c · Gain or loss

    securities $2,811,939

  • 7d · Net gain or loss

    total $2,811,939 · related or exempt $2,811,939

  • 11a · Other revenue: MISC REVENUE

    total $13,673 · related or exempt $13,673

  • 11e · Other revenue, total

    $13,673

Functional expenses

Part IX, the statement of functional expenses.

  • 1 · Grants to domestic organizations and governments

    total $30,500 · program services $30,500

  • 2 · Grants to domestic individuals

    total $742 · program services $742

  • 5 · Compensation of officers, directors and key employees

    total $643,039 · program services $538,880 · management and general $104,159

  • 7 · Other salaries and wages

    total $1,129,465 · program services $893,834 · management and general $229,245 · fundraising $6,386

  • 8 · Pension plan contributions

    total $117,485 · program services $100,801 · management and general $16,295 · fundraising $389

  • 9 · Other employee benefits

    total $194,711 · program services $143,881 · management and general $49,335 · fundraising $1,495

  • 10 · Payroll taxes

    total $150,633 · program services $117,979 · management and general $32,057 · fundraising $597

  • 11f · Fees: investment management

    total $56,882 · management and general $56,882

  • 11g · Fees: other

    total $101,146 · program services $33,329 · management and general $67,817

  • 12 · Advertising and promotion

    total $20,233 · program services $20,233

  • 13 · Office expenses

    total $81,171 · program services $70,285 · management and general $10,071 · fundraising $815

  • 14 · Information technology

    total $129,941 · program services $107,434 · management and general $22,124 · fundraising $383

  • 16 · Occupancy

    total $285,289 · program services $246,567 · management and general $35,821 · fundraising $2,901

  • 17 · Travel

    total $25,211 · program services $24,532 · management and general $679

  • 19 · Conferences, conventions and meetings

    total $8,039 · program services $7,993 · management and general $46

  • 21 · Payments to affiliates

    total $814,612 · program services $814,612

  • 22 · Depreciation, depletion and amortization

    total $23,657 · program services $20,449 · management and general $2,967 · fundraising $241

  • 23 · Insurance

    total $20,545 · program services $17,759 · management and general $2,577 · fundraising $209

  • 24a · Other expenses: Staff Enhancement

    total $49,401 · program services $43,966 · management and general $5,201 · fundraising $234

  • 24b · Other expenses: Board Expenses

    total $11,166 · management and general $11,166

  • 24c · Other expenses: Print & Postage

    total $56,830 · program services $56,176 · management and general $619 · fundraising $35

  • 24d · Other expenses: Other

    total $9,443 · program services $4,941 · management and general $4,474 · fundraising $28

Balance sheet

Part X, book values.

  • 1 · Cash, non-interest-bearing

    beginning of year $533,761 · end of year $467,682

  • 2 · Savings and temporary cash investments

    beginning of year $2,478,108 · end of year $884,196

  • 4 · Accounts receivable

    beginning of year $26,583 · end of year $200,359

  • 9 · Prepaid expenses and deferred charges

    beginning of year $159,270 · end of year $164,798

  • 11 · Investments: publicly traded securities

    beginning of year $12,771,081 · end of year $18,330,550

  • 12 · Investments: other securities

    beginning of year $15,350 · end of year $16,197

  • 15 · Other assets

    beginning of year $5,660,355 · end of year $4,766,309

  • 17 · Accounts payable and accrued expenses

    beginning of year $172,004 · end of year $71,474

  • 25 · Other liabilities

    beginning of year $5,308,250 · end of year $6,113,979

  • 27 · Net assets without donor restrictions

    beginning of year $11,007,353 · end of year $12,662,479

  • 28 · Net assets with donor restrictions

    beginning of year $5,156,901 · end of year $5,982,159

Mission and programs · 2023

Mission

TO PROTECT AND EXTEND CIVIL LIBERTIES AND CIVIL RIGHTS, AND TO TAKE ACTION TO FURTHER THOSE LIBERTIES AND RIGHTS WITHIN THE STATE OF WASHINGTON.

  • The departments in our Integrated Advocacy program defend and expand civil rights and civil liberties through public policy engagement. The Political Strategies Department (PSD) develops and implements non-partisan political advocacy strategies to move decision makers on ACLU of Washingtons policy priorities. The department comprises ACLU-WAs legislative and field programs, including lobbying, coalition building, and activist engagement. PSD identifies individuals in positions to impact ACLU policy goals and works closely with the Communications Department, Policy Advocacy Group, and aligned community partners to plan and execute campaigns for the advancement of civil liberties and civil rights.

    Expenses $1,385,699 · Grants $31,242

  • The ACLU engages in public policy work at the local and state levels to promote freedom, equity and justice for all. ACLU experts provide legal and policy expertise to agencies and legislative bodies that are grappling with plans, policies, state rules, or legislation that impact civil rights and liberties. Our policy specialists focus on civil liberties in the areas of technology and privacy rights, youth, drug policy, health care, immigration, policing, and criminal justice. The ACLU is frequently invited by public officials to join as a stakeholder in policy development. Our legislative work is enhanced by advocacy strategies that engage and mobilize our supporters. We accomplish our work in coalition with community organizations and community members, especially those most directly impacted.

    Expenses $578,973

  • Using traditional and new media, the ACLU-WA Communications Department provides information and ongoing education to our members and the public with respect to a wide scope of civil liberties issues and concerns. The ACLU-WA is in daily contact with media outlets to develop articles, frame issues and influence opinions. The Communications Department coordinates events, a speakers bureau, and student outreach. We publish a newsletter, maintain a web site, www.ACLU-WA.org, and engage supporters via a variety of social media channels.

    Expenses $515,609

  • ANNUAL FUND REVENUE SHARING WITH NATIONAL AMERICAN CIVIL LIBERTIES UNION.

    Expenses $814,612

As filed on the 2023 return. The filer continues this part on Schedule O, which is not shown here.

Listed in Part VII

  • Michele Storms

    Executive Director

    Total calculated
    $267,371
    From this org
    $73,597
    From related orgs
    $147,195
    Other
    $46,579
    Hours/week
    12.2 + 25.3 related

    Schedule J breakdown matched by us

    Base
    $73,597 + $147,195 related
    Bonus
    not reported
    Other
    not reported
    Deferred
    $10,000 + $20,000 related
    Nontaxable benefits
    $5,526 + $11,053 related
    Filer's total
    $89,123 + $178,248 related
  • Antoinette Davis

    Deputy Director

    Total calculated
    $252,378
    From this org
    $68,393
    From related orgs
    $159,583
    Other
    $24,402
    Hours/week
    11.8 + 25.7 related

    Schedule J breakdown matched by us

    Base
    $68,393 + $159,583 related
    Bonus
    not reported
    Other
    not reported
    Deferred
    $4,834 + $11,279 related
    Nontaxable benefits
    $2,487 + $5,802 related
    Filer's total
    $75,714 + $176,664 related
  • Vanessa T Hernandez

    IAD Director

    Total calculated
    $238,645
    From this org
    $62,357
    From related orgs
    $145,499
    Other
    $30,789
    Hours/week
    11.8 + 25.7 related

    Schedule J breakdown matched by us

    Base
    $62,357 + $145,499 related
    Bonus
    not reported
    Other
    not reported
    Deferred
    $6,750 + $15,750 related
    Nontaxable benefits
    $2,487 + $5,802 related
    Filer's total
    $71,594 + $167,051 related
  • Alison Holcomb

    Political Director

    Total calculated
    $198,806
    From this org
    $147,937
    From related orgs
    $0
    Other
    $50,869
    Hours/week
    37.5

    Schedule J breakdown matched by us

    Base
    $147,937
    Bonus
    not reported
    Other
    not reported
    Deferred
    $30,000
    Nontaxable benefits
    $20,869
    Filer's total
    $198,806
  • Brian Robick

    Communications Director

    Total calculated
    $198,081
    From this org
    $68,872
    From related orgs
    $103,309
    Other
    $25,900
    Hours/week
    15 + 22.5 related

    Schedule J breakdown matched by us

    Base
    $68,872 + $103,309 related
    Bonus
    not reported
    Other
    not reported
    Deferred
    $3,728 + $5,593 related
    Nontaxable benefits
    $4,974 + $11,605 related
    Filer's total
    $77,574 + $120,507 related
  • Shareef Abduhr-Rahmaan

    Finance Director

    Total calculated
    $196,367
    From this org
    $47,965
    From related orgs
    $111,917
    Other
    $36,485
    Hours/week
    11.8 + 25.7 related

    Schedule J breakdown matched by us

    Base
    $47,965 + $111,917 related
    Bonus
    not reported
    Other
    not reported
    Deferred
    $3,210 + $7,490 related
    Nontaxable benefits
    $7,735 + $18,050 related
    Filer's total
    $58,910 + $137,457 related
  • Kendrick Washington

    Policy Advocacy Director

    Total calculated
    $187,839
    From this org
    $45,543
    From related orgs
    $106,267
    Other
    $36,029
    Hours/week
    11.8 + 25.7 related

    Schedule J breakdown matched by us

    Base
    $45,543 + $106,267 related
    Bonus
    not reported
    Other
    not reported
    Deferred
    $5,835 + $13,615 related
    Nontaxable benefits
    $4,974 + $11,605 related
    Filer's total
    $56,352 + $131,487 related
  • La Rond Baker

    Legal Director

    Total calculated
    $179,721
    From this org
    $0
    From related orgs
    $159,369
    Other
    $20,352
    Hours/week
    0 + 37.5 related

    Schedule J breakdown matched by us

    Base
    not reported + $159,369 related
    Bonus
    not reported
    Other
    not reported
    Deferred
    not reported + $12,063 related
    Nontaxable benefits
    not reported + $8,289 related
    Filer's total
    not reported + $179,721 related
  • Andrea Fullerton

    Development Director

    Total calculated
    $179,227
    From this org
    $0
    From related orgs
    $145,271
    Other
    $33,956
    Hours/week
    0 + 37.5 related

    Schedule J breakdown matched by us

    Base
    not reported + $145,271 related
    Bonus
    not reported
    Other
    not reported
    Deferred
    not reported + $26,334 related
    Nontaxable benefits
    not reported + $7,622 related
    Filer's total
    not reported + $179,227 related
  • Barbara Gangwer

    Human Resources Director

    Total calculated
    $172,416
    From this org
    $41,656
    From related orgs
    $97,198
    Other
    $33,562
    Hours/week
    11.8 + 25.7 related

    Schedule J breakdown matched by us

    Base
    $41,656 + $97,198 related
    Bonus
    not reported
    Other
    not reported
    Deferred
    $5,800 + $13,532 related
    Nontaxable benefits
    $4,269 + $9,961 related
    Filer's total
    $51,725 + $120,691 related
  • Michael McPhearson

    Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    0.5
  • Jasmine Tolbert

    Director From 012024

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    0.5
  • Britney Kingsbury

    Director From 012024

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    0.5
  • Sherman Helenese

    Director From 012024

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    0.5
  • Dr Leo Morales

    Director From 092023

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    0.5
  • Nickeia Hunter

    Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    0.5
  • Nico Quintana

    Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    0.5
  • Iisaaksiichaa Ross Braine

    Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    0.5
  • Ian Mosher

    Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    0.5
  • Jennyfer Mesa

    Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    0.5
  • Theresa Wang

    Director Until 032023

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    0.5
  • Sam Pailca

    Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    0.8 + 0.2 related
  • Peter Danelo

    Director Until 122023

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    0.5
  • Binah Palmer

    Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    0.8 + 0.2 related
  • Joan Hsiao

    Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    0.8 + 0.2 related
  • Patrick Gallagher

    Director Until 072023

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    0.5
  • Tim Kaufman-Osborn

    Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    0.5
  • Bree Black Horse

    Director Until 032024

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    0.5
  • Sade Smith

    Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    0.5
  • Jesse Wing

    Director Until 122023

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    0.8 + 0.2 related
  • Mary Fan

    Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    0.5
  • Martin Valadez

    Vice President

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    0.8 + 0.2 related
  • Sherri Nichols

    President

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    0.8 + 0.2 related
  • Tiff Stoner

    Treasurer From 012024

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    0.8 + 0.2 related

Compensation is as filed in Part VII: reportable pay from this organization and from related organizations, other compensation, and hours per week. The total, marked calculated, is our sum of the three dollar columns, with a blank column counted as $0; the form itself has no total. On a Form 990-EZ the columns are Part IV's instead, and on a Form 990-PF Part VIII's — compensation, contributions to benefit plans, and expense account — and the total sums those. A Schedule J breakdown is as filed: base pay, bonus, other, deferred compensation and nontaxable benefits from this organization, with any from related organizations beside each, and the filer's own total. It is shown with the Part VII listing of the same name on the same return. The form gives no key between the two, so that pairing is ours, and is marked matched by us.

Schedule J

Answered yes

  • 3 · Compensation committee
  • 3 · Compensation survey or study
  • 3 · Approval by the board or compensation committee

Answered no

  • 4a · Severance or change-of-control payment
  • 4b · Supplemental nonqualified retirement plan
  • 4c · Equity-based compensation arrangement
  • 5a · Pay contingent on this organization's revenues
  • 5b · Pay contingent on a related organization's revenues
  • 6a · Pay contingent on this organization's net earnings
  • 6b · Pay contingent on a related organization's net earnings
  • 7 · Other non-fixed payments
  • 8 · Paid under the initial-contract exception

Part I's answers as filed. A line not listed was left unanswered; on lines 1a and 3 that means the box was not checked.

Grants on this return

  • Washington Conversation Voters Acti

    $13,000

    SUPPORT Decline to Sign Campaign

  • Fairbank Maslin Maullin Metz & A

    $10,000

    Wash Police Pursuits Initiative Survey

  • Mission Support

Related organizations on this return

Schedule R Part II: tax-exempt organizations related to the filer by control. It does not record shared board members or money.

  • ACLU OF WASHINGTON FOUNDATION

    501C3 · PROTECT AND EXTEND CIVIL LIBERTIES AND CIVIL RIGHTS · WA · controlled entity

    Directly controlled by ACLU OF WASHINGTON

Provenance

Return type
form_990
Tax year
2023
Filed
13 February 2025
IRS schema version
2023v6.0
Source object
202500449349300235

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