Program areas at CDF
Cdf freedom schools - provided a high quality, research-based reading enrichment program for children and youth in underserved and impoverished communities. Fostered cultural pride and personal empowerment, academic confidence and belief in their ability to effect change in themselves, their communities and the world.
Youth leadership development - identified and trained children and young adults nationwide to be leaders and advocates for the supports and services that children need to thrive. Delivered empowering, multigenerational programming on social justice and civic action to young people, faith leaders and members of the broader community dedicated to addressing the needs of poor children in america.
Policy/advocacy for children - educated policy makers and the public on the policies and programs that improve the odds for poor children and children of color. Worked at the national, state and local levels to promote, implement and monitor key policy recommendations. Produced rigorous non-partisan research and reports on the factors that support Children's well-being.
Who funds Childrens Defense Fund (CDF)
Grants from foundations and other nonprofits
Financials for CDF
| Revenues | FYE 12/2023 | FYE 12/2022 | % Change |
|---|
| Total grants, contributions, etc. | $18,140,519 | $22,137,983 | -18.1% |
| Program services | $4,600,777 | $3,498,061 | 31.5% |
| Investment income and dividends | $772,044 | $932,563 | -17.2% |
| Tax-exempt bond proceeds | $0 | $0 | - |
| Royalty revenue | $0 | $709 | -100% |
| Net rental income | $38,368 | $34,210 | 12.2% |
| Net gain from sale of non-inventory assets | $180,361 | $-2,497,791 | 107.2% |
| Net income from fundraising events | $-404,237 | $-239,472 | -68.8% |
| Net income from gaming activities | $0 | $0 | - |
| Net income from sales of inventory | $41,070 | $8,259 | 397.3% |
| Miscellaneous revenues | $115,554 | $0 | 999% |
| Total revenues | $23,484,456 | $23,874,522 | -1.6% |
Organizations like CDF
| Organization | Type | Location | Revenue |
|---|
| Asian Americans for Equality | 501(c)(3) | New York, NY | $10,895,181 |
| Migration Policy Institute | 501(c)(3) | Washington, DC | $8,592,929 |
| New York Immigration Coalition (NYIC) | 501(c)(3) | New York, NY | $12,222,406 |
| Latinojustice Prldef | 501(c)(3) | New York, NY | $7,608,265 |
| Jobs with Justice Education Fund | 501(c)(3) | Washington, DC | $9,056,313 |
| Arc of the United States | 501(c)(3) | Washington, DC | $13,460,105 |
| Texas Appleseed | 501(c)(3) | Austin, TX | $9,621,854 |
| UnidosUS | 501(c)(3) | Washington, DC | $54,982,669 |
| Asian Americans for Civil Rights and Equality | 501(c)(3) | San Francisco, CA | $16,797,759 |
| American Jewish Committee (AJC) | 501(c)(3) | New York, NY | $88,083,675 |
Data update history
January 15, 2025
Used new vendors
Identified 3 new vendors, including , , and
January 3, 2025
Posted financials
Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2023
Nonprofit Types
Grantmaking organizationsSocial advocacy organizationsHuman rights organizationsCivil rights and social justice organizationsHeadquarter / parent organizationsCharities
Issues
Human rights
Characteristics
Political advocacyLobbyingFundraising eventsNational levelReceives government fundingEndowed supportProvides scholarshipsGala fundraisersTax deductible donationsAccepts online donations
General information
- Address
- 840 First St Ne Suite 300
- Washington, DC 20002
- Metro area
- Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV
- County
- District of Columbia, DC
- Website URL
- childrensdefense.org/Â
- Phone
- (800) 233-1200
- Facebook page
- childrensdefensefundÂ
- Twitter profile
- @childdefenderÂ
IRS details
- EIN
- 52-0895622
- Fiscal year end
- December
- Taxreturn type
- Form 990
- Year formed
- 1969
- Eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions (Pub 78)
- Yes
Categorization
- NTEE code, primary
- R20: Civil Rights, Advocacy for Specific Groups
- NAICS code, primary
- 813319: Social Advocacy Organizations
- Parent/child status
- Central organization
California AB-488 details
- AB 488 status
- May Operate or Solicit for Charitable Purposes
- Charity Registration status
- Current
- FTB status revoked
- Revoked
- AG Registration Number
- 079760
- FTB Entity ID
- 1953895
- AB 488 data last updated ("as-of") date
- 2025-08-06
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