OPENSECRETS
OPENSECRETS
OPENSECRETS
AI Summary
OPENSECRETS is a nonprofit research organization dedicated to tracking the flow of money in state and federal elections and its impact on public policy, with a mission to foster an informed electorate and promote government accountability. With an operating budget of $4.5 million and total revenue of $3 million for the 2024 fiscal year, the organization does not rely on any single funder for 50% or more of its revenue. More information can be found on their website at www.opensecrets.org.
Mission Statement
OPENSECRETS IS THE LEADING RESEARCH ORGANIZATION TRACKING MONIES (CONTINUED ON SCHEDULE 'O') AND ITS EFFECTS ON STATE AND FEDERAL ELECTIONS AND PUBLIC POLICY. THE ORGANIZATION'S NON PARTISAN WORK IS AIMED AT CREATING A MORE EDUCATED VOTER, AN INVOLVED CITIZENRY AND A MORE RESPONSIVE AND ACCOUNTABLE GOVERNMENT.
Cause Areas
2
Public finance
Public administration
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Charity Verification Snapshot
IRS EO Business Master File Status
Listed as tax-exempt
IRS Pub 78 Status
Eligible for tax-deductible gifts
IRS Revocation Status
Not in Automatic Revocation of Exemption List
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is OPENSECRETS’s budget?
In 2024, OPENSECRETS reported an annual operating budget of around $4.5 million. More detailed financial information is available to registered users.
What causes does OPENSECRETS support?
OPENSECRETS supports work in Public finance and Public administration.
Where does OPENSECRETS operate?
OPENSECRETS is headquartered in WASHINGTON, DC.
Who funded OPENSECRETS recently?
In 2025, OPENSECRETS received grants from AMERICAN ONLINE GIVING FOUNDATION INC, THE KAPHAN FOUNDATION C/O KING & OLIASON PLLC, and The Miami Foundation. More information on this organization’s funders is available to registered users.
What is the largest grant OPENSECRETS received in 2024?
The largest grant to OPENSECRETS in 2024 exceeds $299 thousand.