Voting System Reform
Advances ranked-choice voting as alternative to plurality voting systems through legislative advocacy and public education
Advocates for ranked-choice voting and electoral reform across Washington State
About Organization
FairVote Washington promotes electoral reform by advancing ranked-choice voting systems throughout Washington State. Based in Bothell, WA, the organization operates with 9 employees and 100 volunteers. Founded in 2018, the organization reported $396,056 in revenue for 2023.
Voting System Reform
Advances ranked-choice voting as alternative to plurality voting systems through legislative advocacy and public education
Democratic Participation
Promotes electoral systems that enhance voter choice and encourage broader participation in democratic processes
Policy Change
Works with state and local governments to implement electoral reforms that improve representation and accountability
Form 990 data showing organizational financial health and growth.
Revenue (2023)
$396K
-51.8% vs 2022
Expenses (2023)
$600K
-16.6% vs 2022
Assets (2023)
$111K
-64.8% vs 2022
Employees (2023)
9
+80% vs 2022
| Year | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Employees |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $396,056 | $599,671 | $110,745 | 9 |
| 2022 | $821,719 | $719,222 | $315,037 | 5 |
| 2020 | $155,473 | $148,288 | — | — |
Source: IRS Form 990 filings. All figures in USD.
Analyzes electoral systems and identifies opportunities for ranked-choice voting implementation in Washington
Educates voters and community leaders about benefits of ranked-choice voting through outreach campaigns
Builds partnerships with civic organizations and engages volunteers to support electoral reform efforts
Advocates for legislative changes and works with policymakers to implement ranked-choice voting systems
Services and programs offered by Fairvote Washington
Promotes adoption of ranked-choice voting systems that allow voters to rank candidates by preference order
Educates Washington residents and policymakers about electoral system alternatives and democratic reform initiatives
Develops and advances legislative proposals for implementing ranked-choice voting and other electoral reforms statewide
Mobilizes volunteers and grassroots supporters to build coalitions advocating for voting system reforms
Meet the people behind Fairvote Washington.
2018
2018
FairVote Washington established to advance electoral reform in Washington State
August 2020
August 2020
Received IRS recognition as tax-exempt organization under Section 501(c)(4)
2022
2022
Achieved highest annual revenue of $821,719 supporting expanded advocacy campaigns
2023
2023
Grew staff to 9 employees while maintaining volunteer base of 100 supporters
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)
$64K
Highest Paid
$64K
Lisa Ayrault
Compensated Officers
1
| Name | Title | Base | Other | Total | Hrs/Wk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lisa Ayrault | Executive Director | $59,875 | $4,396 | $64,271 | 1 |
| Name | Title | Base | Other | Total | Hrs/Wk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lisa Ayrault | Executive Director | $53,386 | $5,800 | $59,186 | 40 |
| Name | Title | Base | Other | Total | Hrs/Wk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lisa Aryault | Executive Director | $3,404 | — | $3,404 | — |
Source: IRS Form 990 filings. Compensation includes base and other reported compensation.
People from this organization who contributed to political campaigns
Data from Federal Election Commission • Individual contributions only
Grant funding relationships from IRS Form 990 filings
Source: IRS Form 990 Schedule I filings. Amounts may span multiple tax years.