Care Lab

Washington, DC · Founded 2021

Convenes leaders across divides to foster understanding and build a more caring society

Primary audience
Political leaders
Work area
Civic engagement
Topic
Political dialogue

About Organization

Care Lab brings people and ideas together across political and social divides to create a more caring world. Based in Washington, DC, the organization hosts educational convenings, Senate Chiefs retreats, and domestic delegations to local communities. In 2021, Care Lab reported total revenue of $73,572.

What They Focus On

Bridge Building

Creates structured opportunities for leaders from different backgrounds to engage in meaningful dialogue and relationship building

Leadership Development

Develops capacity of political and civic leaders to work across divides through immersive convenings and retreats

Community Connection

Links national leaders with local communities through domestic delegations to strengthen understanding of grassroots needs

Financial Information

Form 990 data showing organizational financial health and growth.

Revenue (2021)

$74K

Expenses (2021)

$104K

Assets (2021)

$2K

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

How They Work

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  • 01

    Identify Participants

    Select diverse leaders from across political and organizational divides for convening programs

  • 02

    Design Convening

    Structure dialogue sessions and retreats focused on shared values and mutual understanding

  • 03

    Facilitate Dialogue

    Lead participants through conversations that bridge differences and build lasting relationships

  • 04

    Create Connections

    Establish ongoing links between participants to reinforce relationships and collaborative efforts

Programs and Initiatives

Services and programs offered by Care Lab

Educational Convening Series

Hosts structured dialogue sessions bringing diverse leaders together to explore shared values and bridge divides

Senate Chiefs Retreat

Facilitates retreats for Senate staff leadership to build relationships and understanding across party lines

Domestic Delegations

Organizes visits to local communities for leaders to witness grassroots work and connect with constituents

Team & Leadership

Meet the people behind Care Lab.

SS

Sarah Stephens

Executive Director and President of the Board
BJ

Barbara J Williams

Managing Director and Vice President of the Board

Milestones

2021

Care Lab Founded

2021

Organization established in Washington, DC with mission to bridge divides

2021

IRS Tax-Exempt Status

2021

Received 501(c)(3) recognition from Internal Revenue Service

2021

Launch Core Programs

2021

Initiated educational convening series and Senate Chiefs retreat programming

Associated People

Board members, advisors, and key contributors

Board of Directors

SS
Sarah Stephens Executive Director and President of the Board
BJ
Barbara J Williams Managing Director and Vice President of the Board
MN
Mariakarla Nodarse Secretary of the Board
SB
Sarah Bruno Treasurer
SC
Selam Chale Board Member

Information compiled from IRS Form 990 and organizational materials.

Executive Compensation

Top compensated officers & key employees from IRS Form 990 (2021)

Total Reported (2021)

$124K

Highest Paid

$83K

Sarah Stephens

Compensated Officers

2

Name Title Base Other Total Hrs/Wk
Sarah Stephens Executive Director And President Of The Board $83,100 $83,100
Barbara J Williams Managing Director And Vice President Of The Board $40,869 $40,869

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

Partners & Funders

Grant funding relationships from IRS Form 990 filings

$55K Grants Received
3 Organizations

Top Funders

3 total
BM
Bny Mellon Charitable Gift Fund
$30K
AP
American Policy Ventures Inc.
$15K
MF
Mediators Foundation Inc.
$10K
Bny Mellon Charitable Gift Fund American Policy Ventures Inc. Mediators Foundation Inc.
Bny Mellon Charitable Gift Fund American Policy Ventures Inc. Mediators Foundation Inc.

Source: IRS Form 990 Schedule I filings. Amounts may span multiple tax years.

Contact

Get in touch with Care Lab

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1717 N Street NW Ste 1 Washington, DC 20036