Sightline Institute
Mission
Sightline Institute is an independent, nonprofit research and communications center working to make the Northwest a global model of sustainability-strong communities, a green economy, and a healthy environment. Since 1993, we have equipped policymakers, and citizens with the information and tools they need to advance solutions to the most significant challenges facing the Northwest. Our innovative research and practical ideas connect the dots across a range of issues, giving leaders the resources they need to effect change. In the over two decades of our existence, we have come to fill a crucial niche in the sustainability movement: the convergence of science-based research and communications. We show social change-makers how to put sustainability theory into practice and how to convert scientific findings into language and policy that resonate with social values.
Vision
We envision in Cascadia an economy and way of life that are environmentally sound, economically vibrant, and socially just. We believe that if Cascadians succeed at reconciling themselves with the natural heritage of this place—the greenest part of history’s richest civilization—we can set an example for the world.
Goals
- 1.At Sightline, we believe a sustainable Cascadia starts with a healthy democracy. Without fair elections and functional governments, progress stalls. That's why Democracy and Elections is a core program — we're fixing broken systems that empower extremists, shut out voters, and limit real choice. When democracy works, everything else can, too.
- 2.The future is clean — and possible. Sightline's Climate and Energy program accelerates Cascadia's shift to clean, reliable, affordable electricity while building climate resilience. We deliver policy ideas and analysis to help lawmakers and advocates create healthier homes, cleaner air and water, and communities safer from wildfires.
- 3.Imagine neighborhoods where teachers, baristas, and healthcare workers can afford to live near their jobs — where kids walk to school and local entrepreneurs thrive. That's housing abundance, and it's within reach. Sightline Institute rewrites outdated rules limiting community growth across Cascadia, helping the region expand — one backyard cottage or small apartment at a time.
Seattle WA | EIN: 52-1833599
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Sightline Institute
Mission
Sightline Institute is an independent, nonprofit research and communications center working to make the Northwest a global model of sustainability-strong communities, a green economy, and a healthy environment. Since 1993, we have equipped policymakers, and citizens with the information and tools they need to advance solutions to the most significant challenges facing the Northwest. Our innovative research and practical ideas connect the dots across a range of issues, giving leaders the resources they need to effect change. In the over two decades of our existence, we have come to fill a crucial niche in the sustainability movement: the convergence of science-based research and communications. We show social change-makers how to put sustainability theory into practice and how to convert scientific findings into language and policy that resonate with social values.
Vision
We envision in Cascadia an economy and way of life that are environmentally sound, economically vibrant, and socially just. We believe that if Cascadians succeed at reconciling themselves with the natural heritage of this place—the greenest part of history’s richest civilization—we can set an example for the world.
Goals
- 1.At Sightline, we believe a sustainable Cascadia starts with a healthy democracy. Without fair elections and functional governments, progress stalls. That's why Democracy and Elections is a core program — we're fixing broken systems that empower extremists, shut out voters, and limit real choice. When democracy works, everything else can, too.
- 2.The future is clean — and possible. Sightline's Climate and Energy program accelerates Cascadia's shift to clean, reliable, affordable electricity while building climate resilience. We deliver policy ideas and analysis to help lawmakers and advocates create healthier homes, cleaner air and water, and communities safer from wildfires.
- 3.Imagine neighborhoods where teachers, baristas, and healthcare workers can afford to live near their jobs — where kids walk to school and local entrepreneurs thrive. That's housing abundance, and it's within reach. Sightline Institute rewrites outdated rules limiting community growth across Cascadia, helping the region expand — one backyard cottage or small apartment at a time.
Seattle WA | EIN: 52-1833599
Profile managed by nonprofit | Is this your nonprofit?
501(c)(3) organization
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Website Reported on Tax Form:Yes
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Disclosing the charity’s website promotes transparency and provides access to the public.
Source: Public data from IRS Form 990. Fiscal Year 2024.
No Material Diversion of Assets:Yes
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Organizations report 'Yes' to confirm that no material diversion of assets, the unauthorized redirection of funds, occurred during their fiscal year.
Source: Public data from IRS Form 990. Fiscal Year 2024.
Financial Statements:Yes
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Has financial statements audited by an independent accountant to ensure accuracy.
Source: Public data from IRS Form 990. Fiscal Year 2024.
Audit Oversight Committee:Yes
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Has a committee responsible for selection and oversight of an independent accountant who produces the audit.
Source: Public data from IRS Form 990. Fiscal Year 2024.
No Loans Reported To or From Officers:Yes
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Does not provide loans to or from officers of the organization.
Source: Public data from IRS Form 990. Fiscal Year 2024.
Records Retention Policy:Yes
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Has a policy establishing guidelines for the handling, backing up, archiving and destruction of documents.
Source: Public data from IRS Form 990. Fiscal Year 2024.
Tax Form Disclosed on Website:Yes
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Charities are expected to provide their tax forms on their website.
Source: Public data from IRS Form 990. Fiscal Year 2024.
| Score | Metric |
|---|---|
| 100% | Website Reported on Tax Form:Yes Disclosing the charity’s website promotes transparency and provides access to the public. Source: Public data from IRS Form 990. Fiscal Year 2024. |
| 100% | No Material Diversion of Assets:Yes Organizations report 'Yes' to confirm that no material diversion of assets, the unauthorized redirection of funds, occurred during their fiscal year. Source: Public data from IRS Form 990. Fiscal Year 2024. |
| 100% | Financial Statements:Yes Has financial statements audited by an independent accountant to ensure accuracy. Source: Public data from IRS Form 990. Fiscal Year 2024. |
| 100% | Audit Oversight Committee:Yes Has a committee responsible for selection and oversight of an independent accountant who produces the audit. Source: Public data from IRS Form 990. Fiscal Year 2024. |
| 100% | No Loans Reported To or From Officers:Yes Does not provide loans to or from officers of the organization. Source: Public data from IRS Form 990. Fiscal Year 2024. |
| 100% | Records Retention Policy:Yes Has a policy establishing guidelines for the handling, backing up, archiving and destruction of documents. Source: Public data from IRS Form 990. Fiscal Year 2024. |
| 100% | Tax Form Disclosed on Website:Yes Charities are expected to provide their tax forms on their website. Source: Public data from IRS Form 990. Fiscal Year 2024. |