irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $314KPOLICY DISCUSSIONS AND NATIONAL OUTREACH:THROUGH A RANGE OF EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES, THE AMERICAN COUNCIL ON GERMANY EXPOSES A BROAD AUDIENCE TO ECONOMIC, POLITICAL, AND SOCIAL ISSUES OF COMMON CONCERN ON BOTH SIDES OF THE ATLANTIC. THE ACG HOSTS REGULAR POLICY DISCUSSIONS VIRTUALLY, IN NEW YORK CITY, AND AT ITS ERIC M. WARBURG CHAPTERS ACROSS THE COUNTRY. THE ACG WORKS ACROSS SECTORS AND GENERATIONS TO PROVIDE THE BUSINESS COMMUNITY, POLICYMAKERS, JOURNALISTS, AND ACADEMICS WITH DEEP AND NUANCED INSIGHTS CONCERNING THE DEVELOPMENTS IN GERMANY, EUROPE, AND AROUND THE WORLD AND HOW THEY IMPACT THE TRANSATLANTIC PARTNERSHIP. THE ERIC M. WARBURG CHAPTERS WERE LAUNCHED IN 1992 TO OFFER ACG MEMBERS AND FRIENDS ACROSS THE UNITED STATES A DYNAMIC FORUM FOR GERMAN AND AMERICAN GOVERNMENT OFFICIALS, JOURNALISTS, POLICY ANALYSTS, ACADEMICS AND STUDENTS, BUSINESS AND CIVIL SOCIETY REPRESENTATIVES, AND OTHER PROFESSIONAL PRACTITIONERS TO ENGAGE WITH ONE ANOTHER TO DISCUSS ECONOMIC, POLITICAL, AND SOCIAL ISSUES ON THE TRANSATLANTIC AGENDA. IN ADDITION, WARBURG CHAPTERS PROVIDE OPPORTUNITIES TO EXAMINE HOW GERMAN-AMERICAN RELATIONS ON TRADE, FOREIGN POLICY, AND DEFENSE, TO NAME JUST A FEW, IMPACT THE LOCAL COMMUNITY.
- #2 $143KYOUNG LEADERS:THE ACG'S ANNUAL AMERICAN-GERMAN YOUNG LEADERS CONFERENCE CONVENES EMERGING LEADERS FROM GOVERNMENT, BUSINESS, JOURNALISM, ACADEMIA, THE MILITARY, AND THE NON-PROFIT SECTOR. OVER THE COURSE OF ONE WEEK, THESE BRIGHT MINDS ENGAGE IN HIGH-LEVEL DISCUSSIONS ON PRESSING DOMESTIC, BILATERAL, AND GLOBAL ISSUES IMPACTING BOTH COUNTRIES. THE CONFERENCE IS DESIGNED TO DEEPEN MUTUAL UNDERSTANDING AND FOSTER COLLABORATION AMONG THE NEXT GENERATION OF DECISION-MAKERS FROM THE UNITED STATES AND GERMANY.PARTICIPANTS MEET WITH TOP OFFICIALS FOR INSIDER PERSPECTIVES, ENGAGE IN THOUGHT-PROVOKING WORKING GROUPS, AND PARTICIPATE IN IMPACTFUL PLENARY SESSIONS TO BRAINSTORM INNOVATIVE SOLUTIONS TO TODAY'S COMPLEX POLITICAL, ECONOMIC, AND SOCIAL CHALLENGES.4B POLICY DISCUSSIONS AND NATIONAL OUTREACH:THROUGH A RANGE OF EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES, THE AMERICAN COUNCIL ON GERMANY EXPOSES A BROAD AUDIENCE TO ECONOMIC, POLITICAL, AND SOCIAL ISSUES OF COMMON CONCERN ON BOTH SIDES OF THE ATLANTIC. THE ACG HOSTS REGULAR POLICY DISCUSSIONS VIRTUALLY, IN NEW YORK CITY, AND AT ITS ERIC M. WARBURG CHAPTERS ACROSS THE COUNTRY.
named programs · 2 · from sources
What they call their work
Policy Discussions and National Outreach
Hosts regular policy discussions in New York City, virtually, and through Eric M. Warburg Chapters across the U.S. to engage professionals on German-American economic, political, and social issues.
Young Leaders Program
Annual week-long conference bringing together up to 50 emerging leaders from the U.S. and Germany across government, business, media, and academia to discuss transatlantic challenges and build lasting networks.
activities · 4 groups
What they do
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Cultural Exchange and Mutual Understanding Programs 3 activities
- Conducts transatlantic study tours and fact-finding missionsArranges in-depth study tours and fact-finding missions for professionals, experts, and practitioners from the U.S. and Germany to exchange best practices and examine shared challenges in political, economic, social, and environmental policy.
- Operates national network of Eric M. Warburg ChaptersManages a network of over 20 chapters across 15 U.S. states, sending speakers and organizing local programming to promote German-American dialogue and increase public understanding of transatlantic issues.
- Produces research and policy analysis on transatlantic relationsConducts and supports research on German-American relations at the bilateral, U.S.-European, and global levels, including study tours on social cohesion and fellowships that result in published reports, providing insights to inform policy decisions in Europe and the United States.
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Leadership & Policy Dialogue Forums 2 activities
- Hosts policy discussions and conferences on transatlantic issuesOrganizes regular policy discussions, high-level conferences, and seminars in New York City, Washington, DC, and through Eric M. Warburg Chapters across the United States to facilitate dialogue among U.S. and German government officials, business leaders, journalists, academics, and civil society on economic, political, and social aspects of transatlantic relations.
- Organizes annual American-German Young Leaders ConferenceConvenes approximately 50 emerging leaders annually from the U.S. and Germany, aged 28–38, for a week-long conference in Germany focused on pressing bilateral and global issues, fostering professional and personal networks. The event is conducted in English and has been held since 1973.
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Nonprofit Internship Programs 1 activity
- Provides internships in transatlantic affairsOffers paid internships for students to support German-American relations through membership outreach, fundraising, event planning, and research assistance on ongoing projects.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Administers fellowship programs for emerging leadersOffers McCloy Fellowships on Global Trends, Dr. Richard M. Hunt Fellowships, and Anna-Maria and Stephen M. Kellen Fellowships to American and German professionals, journalists, and academics for research and collaboration on transatlantic challenges such as climate change, digitalization, public health, and German politics. Since 1976, over 700 McCloy Fellowships and more than 1,100 total fellowships have been awarded.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$3.13M
Contributions & grants$2.17M69%
Program service revenue$162K5%
Investment income$800K26%
Other revenue$200
expenses
Total expenses$2.59M
Program expenses79%
Admin / overhead15%
Fundraising6%
Salaries & benefits$1.34M
Grants paid out$61K
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$18.36M
Cash$675K
Investments$15.59M
Liabilities$1.98M
Net assets$16.37M
Liquid reserves75.4 mo
3 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +64.9%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 5
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| STEVEN E SOKOL | PRESIDENT AND CEO | 40 | $433K |
| KAREN FUREY | VICE PRESIDENT | 40 | $243K |
| ROBERT L FENSTERMACHER | CHIEF CONTENT OFFICER | 40 | $179K |
| MICHELE R STEINBUCH | EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT | 40 | $157K |
| ROBIN CAMMAROTA | PROGRAM DIRECTOR | 40 | $125K |
board members · 20
- ALAN FLEISCHMANN — DIRECTOR (THROUGH 4/24)
- ALAN MACDONALD — DIRECTOR (THROUGH 4/24)
- AMY ALVAREZ — DIRECTOR
- ANDREW GUNDLACH — DIRECTOR
- ANTHONY CASCIANO — DIRECTOR
- ANTHONY JR COOK — DIRECTOR
- BETTINA WARBURG — DIRECTOR
- CASSIDY MORGAN — DIRECTOR
- CHARLES KUPCHAN — DIRECTOR
- CHRISTIANA RILEY — DIRECTOR
- CHRISTOPH HEUSGEN — DIRECTOR
- DALE L PONIKVAR ESQ — COUNSEL
- DR ANDRE KELLENERS — DIRECTOR
- DR JOHN LIPSKY — DIRECTOR
- ED MCFADDEN — DIRECTOR (THROUGH 4/24)
- ELKE REHBOCK — DIRECTOR
- ESCHI RAHIMI-LARIDJANI — DIRECTOR
- FERDINAND G JAHNEL — DIRECTOR
- FRANCES A DEVLIN — VICE CHAIR
- FRANKLIN W MADDUX — DIRECTOR
relationships · 19
Who they work with
- Atlantik-Brücke Partner — Collaborated with the American Council on Germany to launch the American-German Young Leaders Conference as a joint project.
- Atlantik-Brücke Partner — Collaborates with Atlantik-Brücke to create new programs and develop ties between the U.S. and Germany.
- Eric M. Warburg Chapters Network — Local chapters across the United States that host ACG programs and events on transatlantic issues.
- Eric M. Warburg Chapters Network — Network of regional chapters across the United States that host ACG policy events and extend its national reach.
- Eric M. Warburg Chapters Network — Network of regional chapters established in 1992 to extend the American Council on Germany's outreach and programming across the United States.
- German American Chambers of Commerce Partner — Partners with German American Chambers of Commerce to deliver programs on transatlantic economic and policy issues.
- German Consulates Partner — Collaborates with German Consulates on Warburg Chapter activities and local programming.
- German-American Semiconductor Cities Network Partner — Collaborates on study tours focused on semiconductor industry development between U.S. and German cities.
- Goethe-Instituts Partner — Cooperates with Goethe-Instituts on cultural and educational programming related to German-American affairs.
- International Education Study Group Partner — Partners on educational exchange initiatives through study group programming.
- Leadership Mission on Agriculture Policy and Resource Scarcity Partner — Partners on leadership missions addressing agriculture policy and resource scarcity challenges.
- NATO Government — Engages with NATO as a key institution in transatlantic security discussions during periods of geopolitical change.
- Stronger Together Manufacturing Workforce Missions Partner — Collaborates on workforce development missions in the manufacturing sector between the U.S. and Germany.
- Study Tour on Social Cohesion Partner — Collaborates on programming related to understanding and promoting social cohesion in transatlantic contexts.
- Sustainable Urban Development Study Tour Partner — Partners on study tours focused on sustainable urban planning and development practices.
- Transatlantic Cities of Tomorrow Study Tour Partner — Collaborates on study tours exploring future urban innovation in transatlantic cities.
- Warburg Chapters Partner — Collaborates on event logistics for policy discussions.
- World Affairs Councils Partner — Collaborates with World Affairs Councils to expand reach and co-host discussions on international topics.
- honorary consuls Partner — Works with honorary consuls in local communities to support chapter events and initiatives.
strategies · 4
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.
- Anticipatory Policy Engagementmethodology: anticipatory-policy-engagementBy focusing dialogue and programming on emerging transatlantic challenges before they reach crisis stage, we produce more effective policy responses because early engagement allows leaders to shape agendas, build consensus, and pilot solutions proactively.
- People-to-People Diplomacymethodology: people-to-people diplomacyBy fostering direct personal and professional relationships between individuals in the U.S. and Germany, we strengthen bilateral ties because sustained people-to-people engagement builds trust and mutual understanding that complements and reinforces formal diplomatic channels.
- Transatlantic Exchange of Best Practicesmethodology: transatlantic_exchange_of_best_practicesBy facilitating structured exchanges among professionals and experts across the U.S. and Germany, we improve policy outcomes because direct exposure to comparative practices enables pragmatic problem-solving and adaptation of successful models to local contexts.
- Transformative Leadership Exchangemethodology: transformative leadership exchangeBy convening emerging and established leaders in immersive, peer-driven forums, we produce long-term transatlantic cooperation because shared experiences and informal dialogue foster durable professional networks and mutual understanding that endure beyond individual programs.