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Maryland civil rights and social justice organizations

There are 888 civil rights and advocacy organizations in Maryland. Combined, these Marylander civil rights and social justice organizations employ 341,553 people, earn more than $187 million in revenue each year, and have assets of $327 million.
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Types of civil rights and social justice organizations in Maryland

Nonprofit typeNumberRevenues
Civil rights organizations
 
407
 
$128,290,895
Women's rights advocacy organizations
 
47
 
$7,412,034
Civil rights and social justice alliances and advocates
 
46
 
$4,176,451
Civil liberties advocates and organizations
 
45
 
$29,132,618
LGBT rights organizations
 
35
 
$5,127,525
Voter registration and education organizations
 
34
 
$17,654,825
Anti-abortion organizations
 
13
 
$1,339,893
Organizations supporting multiple civil rights and social justice organizations
 
12
 
$1,483,158
Pro-choice advocacy organizations
 
9
 
$8,855,953
Civil rights and social justice research and public policy institutes
 
7
 
$623,805
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Civil rights and social justice organizations by major Maryland cities

Metro areaNonprofitsRevenues
Baltimore
 
665
 
$145,598,246
Washington DC
 
189
 
$38,836,138
Salisbury
 
7
 
$3,699
Hagerstown
 
4
 
$12,929
Philadelphia, PA
 
3
 
$0
Cumberland
 
3
 
$128,366
Lexington Park, MD
 
2
 
$0
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Job trends for Maryland civil rights and social justice organizations

Employees per organizationNumber of organizations
0
 
32
1-10
 
27
11-25
 
11
26-100
 
6
101 to 1,000
 
1
1,000+
 
1
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Sizes of civil rights and social justice organizations in Maryland

Revenues per organizationNumber of organizations
< $250k
 
54
$250k to $1M
 
26
$1M to $5M
 
24
$5M to $25M
 
3
$25M to $100M
 
2
$100M+
 
0
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Directory of civil rights and social justice organizations in Maryland

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Naacp Empowerment Programs

NAACP Empowerment Programs build Black power, advocate for civil rights, support young leaders, promote equitable health and education, and celebrate achievements in the arts.
Revenue
$60.6m
Assets
$89.5m
Employees
203
EIN
13-1084135
IRS type
501(c)(3)

FairVote

FairVote is a non-partisan, 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that seeks to make democracy fair, functional, and more representative. They research and propose common sense changes to strengthen their democracy and ensure all voices are heard.
Revenue
$7.2m
Assets
$6.1m
Employees
38
EIN
54-1635649
IRS type
501(c)(3)

National Association of the Deaf

National Association of the Deaf protects and advances the civil, human, and linguistic rights of Deaf and hard-of-hearing people through advocacy and convenings.
Revenue
$4.6m
Assets
$7.8m
Employees
33
EIN
94-1358295
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Womenstrong International

Womenstrong International empowers local feminist leaders through trust-based funding and partnerships, enhancing gender equity and improving lives for women and girls globally.
Revenue
$3.2m
Assets
$1.6m
Employees
9
EIN
47-1707504
IRS type
501(c)(3)

RepresentWomen

RepresentWomen strengthens democracy by advancing reforms that ensure more women can run, win, serve and lead.
Revenue
$2.1m
Assets
$2.1m
Employees
13
EIN
82-1933696
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Aclu Foundation of Maryland

The organization works to ensure that all people in Maryland are free to think and speak as they choose and can lead their lives free from discrimination and unwarranted government intrusion.
Revenue
$8.5m
Assets
$8.4m
Employees
36
EIN
23-7209538
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Progressive Maryland Education Fund

Progressive MD Ed Fund educates & organizes the public to improve working families' quality of life. Researches policy issues, trains diverse leaders, & registers voters.
Revenue
$1.5m
Assets
$1.6m
Employees
0
EIN
03-0401249
IRS type
501(c)(3)

The Pride Center Of Maryland

Maryland center supporting LGBTQ+ community with 79 programs/events, including Baltimore Pride. Direct services and programs reach 7,100 people.
Revenue
$2.5m
Assets
$1.1m
Employees
18
EIN
52-1112541
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Center for Civic Design

Center for Civic Design enhances elections through research-driven initiatives, improving voter experience and promoting effective, accessible interactions with government.
Revenue
$2.5m
Assets
$2.0m
Employees
17
EIN
46-3535619
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Funders for Reproductive Equity

Create a network of grant makers who address issues of population, reproductive health and reproductive right and improve communication, foster collaboration and enhance the overall effectiveness of grant makers in this field.
Revenue
$922.3k
Assets
$1.3m
Employees
6
EIN
52-2098292
IRS type
501(c)(3)

National Abortion Federation / Abortion Federation National Naf

Naf supports abortion providers with patient-centered and evidence-based care, clinical guidelines, and accredited education programs.
Revenue
$4.5m
Assets
$1.5m
Employees
40
EIN
43-1097957
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Harriets Wildest Dreams

Harriets Wildest Dreams empowers communities through legal advocacy, civic education, mass protests, and organizing to create alternatives to oppressive systems.
Revenue
$1.6m
Assets
$1.3m
Employees
340.9k
EIN
37-2049370
IRS type
501(c)(3)

An End To Ignorance

An End To Ignorance engages racism, oppression, and discrimination through its mission. Its programs include Attacks One Of The Pillars Of Racism.
Revenue
$2.2m
Assets
$194.1k
Employees
4
EIN
81-4922824
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Abortion Freedom Fund

The Abortion Freedom Fund funds partners, patients, clinics, and local funds to expand mail-order abortion pill access and promote autonomous, barrier-free care.
Revenue
$1.3m
Assets
$780.5k
Employees
3
EIN
33-1938511
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Women's Learning Partnership for Rights Development and Peace

To empower women through dialogue, choice and participation to restructure their roles and to improve Women's status in their families, communities and societies. To promote Women's leadership, civic engagement, and human Rights.
Revenue
$792.4k
Assets
$789.0k
Employees
11
EIN
52-2199581
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Free Our Vote

Free Our Vote restores voting rights for system-impacted individuals while expanding access and trust in democracy through education, outreach, and strategic partnerships.
Revenue
$1.6m
Assets
$707.4k
Employees
0
EIN
85-3015345
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Aha Foundation / Mackenzie Mcnaughton

Aha Foundation / Mackenzie Mcnaughton promotes Western freedoms, advocates for women's rights, and opposes oppressive traditions like FGM, honor violence, and child marriage.
Revenue
$1.2m
Assets
$929.0k
Employees
14
EIN
33-1185369
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Independence Now

Independence Now advocates and promotes independence and equality for people with disabilities through support and community services in Maryland.
Revenue
$1.7m
Assets
$1.7m
Employees
25
EIN
52-1891697
IRS type
501(c)(3)

American Civil Liberties Union of Maryland

The organization works to ensure that all people in Maryland are free to think and speak as they choose and can lead their lives free from discrimination and unwarranted government intrusion.
Revenue
$2.1m
Assets
$8.2m
Employees
0
EIN
52-0746271
IRS type
501(c)(4)

National Association for the Advancement of Colored People-Group

NAACP advances policies to expand human rights, eliminate discrimination, and accelerate the well-being of Black people and persons of color.
Revenue
$29.6m
Assets
$37.0m
Employees
42
EIN
23-7028846
IRS type
501(c)(4)
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