Public Benefit : Advocacy and Civil Rights
American Civil Liberties Union Foundation
Because freedom can't protect itself
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| Program Expenses | 86.7% | |
| Administrative Expenses | 4.8% | |
| Fundraising Expenses | 8.3% | |
| Fundraising Efficiency | $0.08 | |
| Primary Revenue Growth | 6.8% | |
| Program Expenses Growth | 15.6% | |
| Working Capital Ratio (years) | 2.78 | |
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| Information Provided on the Form 990 | ||
| Independent Voting Board Members |  |
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| No Material diversion of assets | |
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| Audited financials prepared by independent accountant | |
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| Does Not Provide Loan(s) to or Receive Loan(s) From related parties | |
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| Documents Board Meeting Minutes | |
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| Provided copy of Form 990 to organization's governing body in advance of filing | |
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| Conflict of Interest Policy | |
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| Whistleblower Policy | |
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| Records Retention and Destruction Policy | |
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| CEO listed with salary | |
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| Does Not Compensate Any Board Members | |
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Income Statement (FYE 03/2010)
Compensation of Leaders (FYE 03/2010)
| Compensation | % of Expenses | Paid to | Title | Compensation from Affiliates |
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| Not compensated | -- | Anthony Romero | Executive Director | $329,206 |
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| $279,338 | 0.34% | Barry SteinHardt | Director | -- |
| $275,395 | 0.34% | Steven Shapiro | Director, Legal Department | -- |
| $243,415 | 0.30% | Donna McKay | Director of Development | -- |
Mission
The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) Foundation is the arm of the ACLU that conducts litigation and communication efforts. The Foundation provides legal presentation in cases involving issues of civil liberties and constitutional rights ranging from administrative hearings to trials and appeals. In addition, the Foundation educates the public as to civil liberties and constitutional rights by disseminating literature and other publications. The ACLU Foundation preserves and promotes civil rights and liberties as guaranteed by the United States Constitution.
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