Mormon Women For Ethical Government

Salt Lake City, UT · Founded 2017

Empowering women of faith to advocate for ethical government and peaceful civic engagement

Primary audience
Women of faith
Work area
Civic engagement
Topic
Ethical government advocacy

About Organization

Mormon Women for Ethical Government inspires women of faith to transcend partisanship and engage in ethical civic action. Based in Salt Lake City, UT, the organization operates with 3 employees and 25 volunteers, generating $461,768 in revenue in 2024. Founded in 2017, MWEG provides educational resources and advocacy opportunities to promote principled political participation.

What They Focus On

Ethical Government

Advocating for transparent, accountable governance and principled political leadership that transcends partisan divisions

Civic Education

Transforming civic identity through faith-based learning modules and community study groups promoting informed participation

Peacemaking

Fostering nonpartisan dialogue and peaceful engagement strategies that bridge political divides through shared values

Financial Information

Form 990 data showing organizational financial health and growth.

Revenue (2024)

$462K

+310.3% vs 2023

Expenses (2024)

$300K

+117.6% vs 2023

Assets (2024)

$244K

+265.2% vs 2023

Employees (2024)

3

+50% vs 2023

Year Revenue Expenses Assets Employees
2024 $461,768 $300,376 $244,007 3
2023 $112,549 $138,060 $66,807 2
2022 $240,220 $236,205 $83,508 2
2021 $161,611 $172,063
2020 $122,516 $124,200
2019 $56,219 $16,706

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

How They Work

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  • 01

    Education

    Provide guided learning modules on ethical government, civic identity, and peaceful engagement principles

  • 02

    Community Building

    Organize local chapters and study groups connecting women of faith across communities

  • 03

    Advocacy Training

    Equip members with tools and strategies for effective, principled participation in political processes

  • 04

    Action

    Enable customized civic engagement opportunities aligned with individual values and communication styles

Programs and Initiatives

Services and programs offered by Mormon Women For Ethical Government

Civic Education

Guided learning modules delivered online and through in-person study groups to transform civic identity and participation

Peaceful Advocacy

Nonpartisan advocacy training enabling women to engage in political arenas consistent with their values and communication style

Clean Energy Advocacy

Environmental policy advocacy focused on clean energy initiatives and sustainable governance practices

Chapter Network

Local community groups facilitating in-person engagement and peer support for ethical civic participation

Team & Leadership

Meet the people behind Mormon Women For Ethical Government.

EP

Emma Petty Addams Co-

Executive Dir.
10 hrs/week
Compensation: $7,200
JW

Jennifer Walker Thomas Co-

Executive Dir.
5 hrs/week
Compensation: $3,600
AP

Antonella Packard

Director
HA

Hannah Adams Secretary

Director
JP

Jill Piacitelli

Director
KH

Karen Hall

Director
KW

Kristen Winmill Southwick

Director
LH

Lori Hickman Chair

Director
PM

Patrice Mano Treasurer

Director
SH

Sharon Harris Vice-Chair

Director

Milestones

2017

Organization Founded

2017

Mormon Women for Ethical Government established to inspire faith-based civic engagement

2017

IRS Tax-Exempt Status

2017

Received federal recognition as nonprofit organization under Section 501(c)(4)

2022

Program Expansion

2022

Revenue grew to $240,220 supporting expanded educational and advocacy initiatives

2024

Major Growth

2024

Revenue reached $461,768 with expanded staff and nationwide chapter network development

Associated People

Board members, advisors, and key contributors

Board of Directors

AP
Antonella Packard Director 2.50 hrs/week
HA
Hannah Adams Secretary Director 2.50 hrs/week
JP
Jill Piacitelli Director 2.50 hrs/week
KH
Karen Hall Director 2.50 hrs/week
KW
Kristen Winmill Southwick Director 2.50 hrs/week
LH
Lori Hickman Chair Director 5.00 hrs/week
PM
Patrice Mano Treasurer Director 5.00 hrs/week
SH
Sharon Harris Vice-Chair Director 2.50 hrs/week

Information compiled from IRS Form 990 and organizational materials.

Executive Compensation

Top compensated officers & key employees from IRS Form 990

Total Reported (2024)

$11K

Highest Paid

$7K

Emma Petty Addams Co-

Compensated Officers

2

Name Title Base Other Total Hrs/Wk
Emma Petty Addams Co- Executive DIR. $7,200 $7,200 10
Jennifer Walker Thomas Co- Executive DIR. $3,600 $3,600 5

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

Partners & Funders

Grant funding relationships from IRS Form 990 filings

$65K Grants Received
2 Organizations

Top Funders

2 total
WC
Western Conservation Action
$40K
MF
Mediators Foundation Inc.
$25K

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

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6211 S Highland Dr 4020 Salt Lake City, UT 84121