American Civil Liberties Union

Philadelphia, PA · Founded 1971

Nonpartisan civil liberties organization defending constitutional and civil rights for all Pennsylvanians

Primary audience
General Public
Work area
Legal Advocacy
Topic
Civil Rights
Contact
Andrew Hoover
Website Contact

About Organization

The American Civil Liberties Union of Pennsylvania protects fundamental freedoms and civil rights through litigation, advocacy, and public education. Based in Philadelphia, PA, the organization operates with 7 staff members and 450 volunteers, with annual revenue of $2.2 million. Founded in 1971, it serves as Pennsylvania's affiliate of the national ACLU network.

What They Focus On

Constitutional Rights

Defending First Amendment freedoms, due process protections, and equal treatment under law through litigation and advocacy

Civil Liberties Protection

Safeguarding personal freedoms and privacy rights from government overreach and discriminatory policies at all levels

Community Empowerment

Educating citizens about their rights and mobilizing volunteers to advocate for civil liberties protections statewide

Financial Information

Form 990 data showing organizational financial health and growth.

Revenue (2023)

$2.2M

-22.7% vs 2022

Expenses (2023)

$2.2M

+22.6% vs 2022

Assets (2023)

$9.2M

+6.4% vs 2022

Employees (2023)

7

+0% vs 2022

Year Revenue Expenses Assets Employees
2023 $2,204,591 $2,234,280 $9,152,688 7
2022 $2,851,469 $1,822,900 $8,601,615 7
2021 $2,648,337 $1,625,695 $7,985,609 7
2020 $2,674,097 $1,373,207 $7,028,721 7
2019 $2,504,428 $1,389,871 $5,557,499 7

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. All figures in USD.

How They Work

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  • 01

    Identify Violations

    Monitor civil liberties issues and constitutional violations across Pennsylvania through community reports and research

  • 02

    Legal Analysis

    Evaluate cases for constitutional merit and strategic impact on civil rights protections statewide

  • 03

    Take Action

    Deploy litigation, advocacy, or policy campaigns to address violations and protect fundamental freedoms

  • 04

    Build Awareness

    Engage volunteers and educate the public about civil liberties to prevent future violations

Programs and Initiatives

Services and programs offered by American Civil Liberties Union

Constitutional Rights Defense

Legal advocacy and litigation to protect First Amendment freedoms, due process, and equal protection under the law

Civil Rights Advocacy

Policy campaigns and legislative advocacy to advance civil liberties protections at state and local levels

Public Education

Community outreach and educational programs to inform citizens about their constitutional rights and freedoms

Legal Services

Direct legal representation and support for individuals whose civil liberties have been violated

Team & Leadership

Meet the people behind American Civil Liberties Union.

AH

Andrew Hoover

Communications Director
Compensation: $150,138
DS

Danitra Sherman

Deputy Director, Advocacy
Full-time
Compensation: $126,933
JA

Jill Anderson

Vice President
1 hrs/week
RR

Riley Ross III

Vice President
3 hrs/week
PG

Peter Goldberger

Board President

Milestones

1971

Organization Founded

1971

ACLU of Pennsylvania established to defend civil liberties across the commonwealth

1972

Tax-Exempt Status Granted

1972

Received IRS recognition as a nonprofit charitable organization under section 501(c)(4)

2022

Peak Revenue Year

2022

Achieved highest annual revenue of $2.9 million during period of expanded advocacy efforts

Associated People

Board members, advisors, and key contributors

Board of Directors

AG
Adrienne Ghorashi Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
AS
Amer Sajed Treasurer 2.00 hrs/week
AH
Anjelica Hendricks Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
AD
Antonia Domingo Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
AK
Arthur Kaplan Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
CP
Carl Peridier Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
CC
Caroline Cruz Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
CE
Ciera Elison Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
DM
Don Millinger Board Member 2.00 hrs/week
DH
Dov Hasselkom Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
DD
Dr Damary Bonilla-Rodriguez Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
DK
Dr Kathi Elliot Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
JG
Julian Goldman Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
LE
Lacee Ecker Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
MW
Margaret Watts Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
MG
Marie Gottschalk Secretary 3.00 hrs/week
MC
Martha Conley Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
MR
Monica Ruiz Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
NH
Nikki Hatza Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
PG
Peter Goldberger Board President 3.00 hrs/week
RA
Richard Askey Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
RS
Robert Saleem Holbrook Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
SF
Shamyra Felix Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
SM
Shuja Moore Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
ST
Stephanie Towles Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
WM
Wasi Mohamed Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
WW
William Warren Jr Treasurer 3.00 hrs/week

Information compiled from IRS Form 990 and organizational materials.

Executive Compensation

Top compensated officers & key employees from IRS Form 990

Total Reported (2023)

$288K

Highest Paid

$151K

Andrew Hoover

Compensated Officers

2

Name Title Base Other Total Hrs/Wk
Andrew Hoover Communications Director $150,138 $561 $150,699 —
Danitra Sherman Deputy Director, Advocacy $126,933 $10,418 $137,351 40

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. Compensation includes base and other reported compensation.

Individual Political Donors

People from this organization who contributed to political campaigns

$28K Total Given
Democratic $25,210 (89%)
Other/PAC $3,144 (11%)
100 Contributions
$284 Avg Each

Top Individual Donors

26 Individual Donors
HS
Harper Seldin 4 contributions • $1,200 avg
$4,800
MC
Mingqi Chu 2 contributions • $2,000 avg
$4,000
BD
Brian Dimmick 3 contributions • $1,300 avg
$3,900
DM
David Mckinney 1 contribution • $3,300 avg
$3,300
LL
Lauren Lee 10 contributions • $300 avg
$3,000

Other Individual Contributors $9,354 combined

#6
JR

Judy Rabinovitz

New York, NY

$1,980 Total
4 Contributions
ELISSA SLOTKIN FOR MICHIGAN AMERICA VOTES ACTION
#7
JD

John Doherty

Washington, DC

$1,600 Total
7 Contributions
HARRIS FOR PRESIDENT ACTBLUE
#8
PM

Patrick Mchenry

Brooklyn, NY

$600 Total
3 Contributions
HARRIS FOR PRESIDENT ACTBLUE
#9
KM

Kriston Mcintosh

Bethesda, MD

$533 Total
2 Contributions
ALSOBROOKS VICTORY ALSOBROOKS FOR SENATE
#10
RB

Ruth Bourquin

Cambridge, MA

$500 Total
2 Contributions
ACTBLUE
#11
AH

Andrew Hoover

Mechanicsburg, PA

$500 Total
2 Contributions
HARRIS VICTORY ACTBLUE
#12
SS

Steve Smith

Brooklyn, NY

$500 Total
1 Contribution
GREENPEACE USA VOTES
#13
MZ

Mohammad Zaidi

Robbinsville, NJ

$450 Total
4 Contributions
HARRIS VICTORY DNC SERVICES CORP / DEMOCRATIC N...
#14
KJ

Kamara Jones

Washington, DC

$360 Total
2 Contributions
HARRIS VICTORY HARRIS FOR PRESIDENT
#15
ED

Evelyn Danforth

San Francisco, CA

$350 Total
1 Contribution
SAN FRANCISCO DEMOCRATIC COUNTY ...
#16
DC

David Cole

Washington, DC

$312 Total
2 Contributions
COLIN ALLRED FOR SENATE
#17
AH

Aaron Horowitz

San Francisco, CA

$310 Total
18 Contributions
DNC SERVICES CORP / DEMOCRATIC N... ACTBLUE
#18
AY

Andrea Young

Atlanta, GA

$250 Total
10 Contributions
WARNOCK FOR GEORGIA
#19
MZ

Michael Zamore

Washington, DC

$250 Total
1 Contribution
ALSOBROOKS VICTORY
#20
SM

Sarah Michelsen

Phoenix, AZ

$250 Total
1 Contribution
ACTBLUE
#21
KG

Karen Goldman

Brooklyn, NY

$200 Total
2 Contributions
HARRIS FOR PRESIDENT
#22
ED

Emily Dindial

Brooklyn, NY

$135 Total
9 Contributions
ALEXANDRIA OCASIO-CORTEZ FOR CON...
#23
IT

Ian Thompson

Frederick, MD

$104 Total
3 Contributions
JILL STEIN FOR PRESIDENT 2024
#24
DK

Daniel Korobkin

Ann Arbor, MI

$100 Total
1 Contribution
ELISSA SLOTKIN FOR MICHIGAN
#25
PM

Peter Meysenburg

New York, NY

$40 Total
2 Contributions
JUSTICE DEMOCRATS PAC
#26
AB

Aaron Black

New Orleans, LA

$30 Total
3 Contributions
JON OSSOFF FOR SENATE

Quick Insights

🏆
Most Active Donor Aaron Horowitz with 18 contributions
💰
Highest Avg per Contribution Mingqi Chu at $2,000 each
🎯
Top Recipient ACTBLUE — $7,990

Data from Federal Election Commission • Individual contributions only

Related Organizations

1 affiliated entity reported on IRS Form 990 Schedule R

1

Tax-Exempt Affiliates

1
Acl Foundation Of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, PA
Charitable
501(c) 501(C)(3)

Source: IRS Form 990, Schedule R (Related Organizations and Unrelated Partnerships)

Lobbying Activity

Lobbying Disclosure Act registrations

Self-Lobbying
9 Registrations
3 Clients
Yes Self-Lobbying

Clients 3 total

American Civil Liberties Union
7 filings
Self
American Civil Liberties Union Foundation Inc.
1 filing
Self
American Civil Liberties Union Of Texas
1 filing
Self

Source: Senate Office of Public Records — Lobbying Disclosure Act

Contact

Get in touch with American Civil Liberties Union

Phone

(215) 592-1513

Social

Visit Website
1800 Jfk Boulevard 600 Philadelphia, PA 19103