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Arts, Culture, Humanities : Libraries, Historical Societies and Landmark Preservation
Board Leadership
Thomas H. Lauer
Chairman of the Board
CEO
David Duncan
President
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The American Battlefield Trust (formerly known as the Civil War Trust) seeks to preserve our nation's hallowed battlegrounds and educate the public about what happened there and why it matters today. We permanently protect these battlefields for future generations as a lasting and tangible memorial to the brave soldiers who fought in the American Revolution, the War of 1812, and the Civil War. Through the generosity of our dedicated members, we have preserved more than 50,000 acres of significant battlefield land in 24 states. We also educate the next generation about the sacrifices made to secure the freedoms we enjoy today. History education is the foundation of good citizenship and is key to developing the leaders of tomorrow. Battlefields are outdoor classrooms, and we bring to life the history of America's turbulent first century through outstanding educator resources, our award-winning magazine, cutting-edge digital productions, and engaging social media.
The American Battlefield Trust (formerly known as the Civil War Trust) seeks to preserve our nation's hallowed battlegrounds and educate the public about what happened there and why it matters today. We permanently protect these battlefields for future generations as a lasting and tangible memorial to the brave soldiers who fought in the American Revolution, the War of 1812, and the Civil War. Through the generosity of our dedicated members, we have preserved more than 50,000 acres of significant battlefield land in 24 states. We also educate the next generation about the sacrifices made to secure the freedoms we enjoy today. History education is the foundation of good citizenship and is key to developing the leaders of tomorrow. Battlefields are outdoor classrooms, and we bring to life the history of America's turbulent first century through outstanding educator resources, our award-winning magazine, cutting-edge digital productions, and engaging social media.
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Program Expenses (Percent of the charity's total expenses spent on the programs and services it delivers) |
84.4% | |
Administrative Expenses | 4.1% | |
Fundraising Expenses | 11.3% | |
Fundraising Efficiency | $0.06 | |
Working Capital Ratio (years) | 7.12 | |
Program Expenses Growth | 7.4% | |
Liabilities to Assets | 5.3% |
Charity Name & State | Overall Score | Overall Rating |
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American Battlefield Trust (DC) | 95.40 | |
Thomas Jefferson Foundation (VA) | 88.53 | |
George Washington's Mount Vernon (VA) | 89.03 | |
American Society for Yad Vashem (NY) | 97.11 | |
Connecticut Landmarks (CT) | 91.97 |
REVENUE | |
Contributions | |
Contributions, Gifts & Grants | $22,712,082 |
Federated Campaigns | $123,018 |
Membership Dues | $3,567,161 |
Fundraising Events | $0 |
Related Organizations | $0 |
Government Grants | $7,051,231 |
Total Contributions | $33,453,492 |
Program Service Revenue | $159,854 |
Total Primary Revenue | $33,613,346 |
Other Revenue | $1,135 |
TOTAL REVENUE | $33,614,481 |
EXPENSES | |
Program Expenses | $18,693,343 |
Administrative Expenses | $907,750 |
Fundraising Expenses | $2,584,599 |
TOTAL FUNCTIONAL EXPENSES | $22,185,692 |
Payments to Affiliates | $0 |
Excess (or Deficit) for the year | $11,428,789 |
Net Assets | $139,286,142 |
Program names and associated costs are listed for the top programs as reported on the charity's most recently filed Form 990. The top programs displayed will include the largest three programs, or those programs covering at least 60% of the charity's total expenses, whichever comes first.
Program Name | Amount Spent | % of Program Expenses |
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American Battlefield Trust | $13,317,737 | 71.2% |
Membership | $3,083,304 | 16.5% |
Education | $2,292,302 | 12.3% |
Form 990 FYE | Date Published | Overall Score | Overall Rating | ||||||
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CN 2.1 | |||||||||
2019-03 | 11/01/2020 | 95.40 | |||||||
2018-03 | 07/01/2019 | 94.17 | |||||||
2017-03 | 07/01/2018 | 96.94 | |||||||
2016-03 | 06/01/2017 | 90.99 | |||||||
2014-12 | 06/01/2016 | 94.67 | |||||||
CN 2.0 | |||||||||
2014-12 | 04/01/2016 | 95.35 | |||||||
2014-12 | 03/01/2016 | 92.99 | |||||||
2013-12 | 08/01/2015 | 94.95 | |||||||
2013-12 | 04/01/2015 | 94.62 | |||||||
2012-12 | 12/01/2013 | 95.87 | |||||||
2011-12 | 02/01/2013 | 96.49 | |||||||
2010-12 | 07/01/2012 | 96.48 | |||||||
2010-12 | 02/01/2012 | 94.31 | |||||||
2009-12 | 09/20/2011 | 92.17 | |||||||
CN 1.0 | |||||||||
2009-12 | 12/01/2010 | 98.84 | |||||||
2008-12 | 04/01/2010 | 90.44 | |||||||
2007-12 | 10/01/2008 | 88.00 | |||||||
2006-12 | 11/01/2007 | 94.40 | |||||||
2005-12 | 10/01/2006 | 91.28 | |||||||
2004-12 | 08/01/2005 | 85.91 |
The data displayed on this tab is provided by the IRS in the form of Publication 78 and the Business Master File (BMF).
EIN | 54-1426643 |
Name in IRS Master File | AMERICAN BATTLEFIELD TRUST |
NTEE Code | A85 |
NTEE Classification | [Not Provided by IRS] |
NTEE Type | [Not Provided by IRS] |
Classification | Charitable Organization |
Subsection | 501(c)(3) (View the list of codes) |
Activities | (119) Other cultural or historical activities |
Foundation Status | Organization which receives a substantial part of its support from a governmental unit or the general public 170(b)(1)(A)(vi) |
Deductibility | Contributions are deductible |
Affiliation | Independent - the organization is an independent organization or an independent auxiliary (i.e., not affiliated with a National, Regional, or Geographic grouping of organizations). |
Group Name | [Not Applicable] |
Ruling Date | January, 1988 |
Filing Requirement | 990 (all other) or 990EZ return |
Fiscal Year End | March |
IRS Forms 990 (provided courtesy of Foundation Center) |
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Compensation | % of Expenses | Paid to | Title | |
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$261,920 | 1.18% | O. James Lighthizer | President |
Charity Name & State | Overall Score | Overall Rating |
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American Battlefield Trust (DC) | 95.40 | |
The Mount (MA) | 87.52 | |
Historic Columbia (SC) | 91.45 | |
American Society for Yad Vashem (NY) | 97.11 | |
Preservation Virginia (VA) | 86.36 |
This charity has an official representative registered with Charity Navigator.
American Battlefield Trust
1156 15th Street, NW
Suite 900
Washington,
DC 20005
tel: (202) 367-1861
fax: (202) 367-1865
EIN: 54-1426643
Thomas H. Lauer
Chairman of the Board
David Duncan
President
Charity Navigator
299 Market Street Suite 250
Saddle Brook, NJ 07663
EIN: 13-4148824
BRIDGE ID: 3108588923