named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
Coalition Building
Partnership network uniting organizations focused on education advocacy, voting rights, LGBTQ+ equality, and anti-censorship under a shared pro-democracy mission.
Podcast: Personal stories. High Stakes.
Weekly podcast hosted by Addison K. Witt featuring everyday people taking a stand for democracy, highlighting personal narratives and civic engagement.
Weekly Newsletter
Curated newsletter providing stories, insights, and calls to action to keep subscribers informed and engaged in the pro-democracy movement.
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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Education Policy Advocacy & Reform 1 activity
- Advocacy for inclusive public education and democratic institutionsAdvocates for inclusive public school and library systems and policies that strengthen the role of public education in supporting democracy, with a focus on protecting constitutional rights and democratic principles.
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Civil Rights Advocacy & Litigation 1 activity
- Coalition building for voting rights and civic movementsBuilds and maintains a coalition of organizations focused on voting rights, LGBTQ+ equality, anti-censorship, and civic engagement to strengthen collective impact.
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Neighborhood Civic Engagement 1 activity
- Direct civic engagement support and resource distributionConnects individuals with tools, information, and community resources to support civic engagement, including through a weekly newsletter and volunteer opportunity coordination.
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Democracy and Civic Engagement Support 1 activity
- Partnership development for information access and community strengtheningPartners with organizations to expand access to critical information and strengthen communities nationwide as part of broader democracy defense efforts.
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Nonprofit Investigative & Community Journalism 1 activity
- Podcast production on democracy and civic participationProduces a podcast featuring personal stories of individuals engaged in defending democracy to inform and inspire public involvement.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2023
revenue
Total revenue$115K
Contributions & grants$107K93%
Program service revenue$190%
Investment income$00%
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expenses
Total expenses$107K
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Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$0
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balance sheet
Total assets$12K
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Net assets$12K
1 years on record · 2023–2023
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2023
Who runs it
paid leadership · 2
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Karen Svoboda | President | 50 | $45K |
| Amy Custer Ramsey | Director of Operations | 35 | $5K |
board members · 1
- Mel Tanzman — Director
relationships · 3
Who they work with
- Defense of Democracy, Civic Education Network — 501c(3) arm of Defense of Democracy, Inc., focused on civic education.
- Defense of Democracy, Civic Education Network — Registered 501c(3) arm of Defense of Democracy focused on civic education.
- Defense of Democracy, Civic Education Network — Related 501(c)(3) organization focused on civic education, operating under the same broader organizational mission.
strategies · 2
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Coalition-Based Advocacy for Democratic Resiliencemethodology: coalition-based advocacyBy collaborating with trusted organizations through strategic partnerships and coalitions, the organization expands access to critical information and strengthens communities, leveraging shared expertise and resources to enhance democratic engagement because collective action amplifies reach and impact beyond what any single organization can achieve.
- Pro-Democracy Education as Civic Empowermentmethodology: pro-democracy education advocacyBy integrating pro-democracy education into public learning environments, the organization fosters civic empowerment and sustained democratic engagement because informed citizens are more likely to participate meaningfully in democratic institutions.