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EIN 11-3691843

Bluegrass Institute for Public Policy Solutions

IRS 501(c) type
501(c)(3)
Num. employees
2
City
Lexington
State
Kentucky
Year formed
2003
Most recent tax filings
2024-06-01
NTEE code, primary
W20: Government and Public Administration
Description
Bluegrass Institute for Public Policy Solutions seeks to offer common sense, free-market policy solutions and engage, educate and inspire Kentuckians to secure their liberties. In its 2022-23 fiscal year, it continued to work on policy projects for improving Kentucky's economic competitiveness.
Total revenues
$287,284
2024
Total expenses
$137,824
2024
Total assets
$158,900
2024
Num. employees
2
2024

Program areas at Bluegrass Institute for Public Policy Solutions

During its 2023-2024 fiscal year, the Bluegrass Institute for Public Policy solutions advanced the Public Policy discussion around the key initiatives of education freedom, economic competitiveness, government transparency and criminal justice reform. By offering evidence based on analysis and educating legislators and the Public, the organization has been instrumental in making Kentucky a better state for all citizens.

Who funds Bluegrass Institute for Public Policy Solutions

Grants from foundations and other nonprofits
GrantmakerDescriptionAmount
The Just Trust for EducationProject Support for Criminal Justice Reform in Kentucky$75,000
State Policy NetworkGeneral Operating$42,000
National Christian Foundation / Natl Christian Charitable FDN IncCulture$6,500

Personnel at Bluegrass Institute for Public Policy Solutions

NameTitleCompensation
Ceojim WatersChief Executive Officer
Sarah MayDurand Director, Government Affairs
Christopher E AndersonTreasurer$0
Jim WatersPresident / Executive Director$73,800
Kelly SmithVice President of Operations$0
...and 2 more key personnel

Financials for Bluegrass Institute for Public Policy Solutions

RevenuesFYE 06/2024
Total grants, contributions, etc.$287,275
Program services$0
Investment income and dividends$9
Tax-exempt bond proceeds$0
Royalty revenue$0
Net rental income$0
Net gain from sale of non-inventory assets$0
Net income from fundraising events$0
Net income from gaming activities$0
Net income from sales of inventory$0
Miscellaneous revenues$0
Total revenues$287,284

Form 990s for Bluegrass Institute for Public Policy Solutions

Fiscal year endingDate received by IRSFormPDF link
2024-062024-11-11990View PDF
2023-062024-05-15990View PDF
2022-062023-05-15990View PDF
2021-122022-10-25990View PDF
2020-122021-08-18990View PDF
...and 11 more Form 990s

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Florida Citizens AllianceMarco Island, FL$599,034
Data update history
August 10, 2024
Posted financials
Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2023
December 28, 2023
Received grants
Identified 1 new grant, including a grant for $75,000 from New Venture Fund
November 25, 2023
Posted financials
Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2021
July 5, 2023
Posted financials
Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2022
June 27, 2023
Posted financials
Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2020
Nonprofit Types
Social advocacy organizationsPublic sector nonprofitsCharities
Issues
Public policyCriminal justice
Characteristics
Political advocacyGala fundraisersTax deductible donationsAccepts online donations
General information
Address
PO Box 11706
Lexington, KY 40577
Metro area
Lexington-Fayette, KY
County
Fayette County, KY
Website URL
bipps.org/ 
Phone
(859) 444-5630
IRS details
EIN
11-3691843
Fiscal year end
June
Taxreturn type
Form 990
Year formed
2003
Eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions (Pub 78)
Yes
Categorization
NTEE code, primary
W20: Government and Public Administration
NAICS code, primary
813319: Social Advocacy Organizations
Parent/child status
Independent
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