Cross-Cultural Study
Advances scholarly examination of literature across cultural boundaries and linguistic traditions
Leading scholarly society for comparative literature and cross-cultural literary studies in the United States
About Organization
The American Comparative Literature Association serves scholars working across multiple literatures and cultures. Based in Chicago, IL, the organization operates with 2 employees and 200 volunteers, managing $285,428 in annual revenue. Founded in 1960, it has been the principal learned society advancing comparative literary scholarship for over six decades.
Cross-Cultural Study
Advances scholarly examination of literature across cultural boundaries and linguistic traditions
Comparative Methodology
Develops theoretical frameworks and analytical approaches for studying multiple literatures together
Academic Community
Builds networks among scholars working on comparative and cross-cultural literary research
Form 990 data showing organizational financial health and growth.
Revenue (2023)
$285K
+37.6% vs 2022
Expenses (2023)
$452K
+52.4% vs 2022
Assets (2023)
$669K
-10% vs 2022
Employees (2023)
2
+0% vs 2022
| Year | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Employees |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $285,428 | $451,680 | $669,018 | 2 |
| 2022 | $207,449 | $296,303 | $743,638 | 2 |
| 2021 | — | — | — | — |
| 2021 | $385,735 | $294,277 | $864,991 | 3 |
| 2020 | — | — | — | — |
| 2020 | $285,169 | $156,785 | $767,459 | 1 |
| 2019 | $460,083 | $335,981 | $689,092 | 1 |
| 2018 | $550,860 | $487,334 | $512,553 | 1 |
Source: IRS Form 990 filings. All figures in USD.
Bring together researchers from multiple literatures and cultural traditions through conferences and forums
Enable dialogue and collaboration among scholars working on cross-cultural literary analysis and theory
Disseminate peer-reviewed scholarship advancing comparative literature methodologies and cross-cultural study
Provide professional resources and community networks for scholars in comparative and cross-cultural fields
Services and programs offered by American Comparative Literature
Hosts scholarly gatherings for comparative literature researchers to present work and exchange ideas across cultural boundaries
Publishes peer-reviewed research advancing comparative literature theory and cross-cultural literary analysis
Provides resources and networking opportunities for scholars engaged in multi-literature and cross-cultural research
Connects researchers working on cross-cultural literary premises and comparative methodologies across disciplines
Meet the people behind American Comparative Literature.
1960
1960
Established as principal U.S. learned society for comparative literature scholars
2006
2006
Received IRS ruling confirming 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status
2018
2018
Reached highest recorded annual revenue of $550,860 supporting scholarly programs
2023
2023
Mobilized 200 volunteers to support comparative literature scholarship and community
Board members, advisors, and key contributors
Information compiled from IRS Form 990 and organizational materials.
Top compensated officers & key employees from IRS Form 990
Total Reported (2023)
$92K
Highest Paid
$86K
Danielle Fanucchi
Compensated Officers
2
| Name | Title | Base | Other | Total | Hrs/Wk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Danielle Fanucchi | Chief Admin Off | $85,586 | — | $85,586 | 40 |
| Dina Al-Kassim | Secretary-TREAS | $0 | $6,096 | $6,096 | 7 |
| Name | Title | Base | Other | Total | Hrs/Wk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Danielle Fanucchi | Chief Admin Off | $80,043 | — | $80,043 | 40 |
| Dina Al-Kassim | Secretary-TREAS | $0 | $6,000 | $6,000 | 2 |
| Name | Title | Base | Other | Total | Hrs/Wk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monica Felix To 721 | Chief Admin Off | $53,520 | — | $53,520 | 40 |
| Danielle Fanucchi From 1121 | Chief Admin Off | $9,868 | — | $9,868 | 40 |
| Dina Al-Kassim | Secretary-TREAS | $0 | $6,443 | $6,443 | 2 |
| Name | Title | Base | Other | Total | Hrs/Wk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monica Felix | Chief Admin Off | $67,600 | — | $67,600 | 40 |
| Name | Title | Base | Other | Total | Hrs/Wk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monica Felix | Chief Admin Off | $32,500 | $1,625 | $34,125 | 40 |
| Alexander Beecroft To 319 | Secretary TREAS | $0 | $16,500 | $16,500 | 5 |
| Jini Kim Watson From 319 | Secretary TREAS | $0 | $7,712 | $7,712 | 1 |
Source: IRS Form 990 filings. Compensation includes base and other reported compensation.