National Association Of Wheat Growers

Washington, DC ยท Founded 1958

Commodity organization representing wheat farmers on policy and market issues

Primary audience
Community Members
Work area
Social Services
Topic
Community Support
Contact
Chandler Goule
Website Contact

About Organization

Agricultural trade association advocating for wheat growers before Congress and federal agencies. Based in Washington, DC, the organization addresses farm policy, trade, environmental regulations, and crop production issues. The association reported $3.4 million in revenue for 2023.

What They Focus On

Service Delivery

Provides programs meeting identified community needs with quality, consistency, and cultural responsiveness

Stakeholder Engagement

Builds relationships with participants, partners, and supporters advancing shared goals

Organizational Sustainability

Maintains operational capacity through sound management, diverse funding, and strategic planning

Financial Information

Form 990 data showing organizational financial health and growth.

Revenue (2023)

$1.5M

+3.4% vs 2021

Expenses (2023)

$1.6M

+3.6% vs 2021

Assets (2023)

$1.3M

+10.2% vs 2021

Employees (2023)

12

+9.1% vs 2021

Year Revenue Expenses Assets Employees
2023 $1,540,641 $1,559,134 $1,257,264 12
2021 $1,489,629 $1,505,128 $1,141,115 11
2020 $1,327,733 $1,120,736 $1,124,020 5
2019 $1,482,452 $1,400,544 $752,440 12
2018 $1,474,516 $1,541,831 $658,507 13
2017 $1,506,834 $1,652,306 $732,964 11

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

How They Work

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  • 01

    Assess Needs

    Identifies community priorities through data analysis, stakeholder input, and environmental scanning

  • 02

    Design Programs

    Develops evidence-based interventions addressing identified needs with measurable outcomes

  • 03

    Deliver Services

    Implements programs through qualified staff, volunteers, and community partners

  • 04

    Evaluate Impact

    Monitors results, collects feedback, and adjusts strategies for continuous improvement

Programs and Initiatives

Services and programs offered by National Association Of Wheat Growers

Core Programs

Implements strategic initiatives aligned with organizational mission and community priorities

Outreach Services

Engages stakeholders through communication, education, and relationship building activities

Resource Development

Secures funding and partnerships supporting program sustainability and organizational growth

Team & Leadership

Meet the people behind National Association Of Wheat Growers.

CG

Chandler Goule

Chief Executive Officer
30 hrs/week
Compensation: $320,000
KF

Keeff Felty Vice Pres Until

March 2024, Then President
5 hrs/week
NB

Nicole Berg

Past President Until March 2024
5 hrs/week
JW

Jacob Westlin

VP Of Policy And Communications
Full-time
Compensation: $108,677
BC

Brent Cheyne President Until

March 2024, Then Past Pres.
5 hrs/week
PC

Pat Clements Treasurer Until

March 2024, Then Vice Pres.
5 hrs/week

Milestones

1958

Organization Founded

1958

Established as nonprofit corporation serving community needs

2022

Program Expansion

2022

Enhanced service delivery reaching more individuals and strengthening community partnerships

2023

Continued Operations

2023

Maintained service delivery and organizational stability despite external challenges

Associated People

Board members, advisors, and key contributors

Board of Directors

AJ
Andy Juris Board Member Until March 2024 2.00 hrs/week
AS
Anthony Smith Board Member 2.00 hrs/week
AA
Auston Anderson Board Member 2.00 hrs/week
BL
Ben Looney Board Member 2.00 hrs/week
BH
Boyd Heilig Board Member 2.00 hrs/week
CS
Cameron Simpson Board Member Until March 2024 2.00 hrs/week
CT
Chris Tanner Board Member 2.00 hrs/week
CP
Clay Pope Board Member Until March 2024 2.00 hrs/week
CC
Collin Crocker Board Member Until March 2024 2.00 hrs/week
DR
Dan Rubin Board Member 2.00 hrs/week
DS
Dennis Schoenhals Board Member 2.00 hrs/week
DJ
Derek Jackson Board Member 2.00 hrs/week
DS
Doug Simons Board Member 2.00 hrs/week
EW
Eddie Womack Board Member As Of March 2024 2.00 hrs/week
ES
Eric Spates Board Member 2.00 hrs/week
EH
Erin Hansell Heideman Board Member As Of March 2024 2.00 hrs/week
FS
Freddie Streit Board Member Until March 2024 2.00 hrs/week
JA
Jack Alphin Board Member 2.00 hrs/week
JK
Jamie Kress Secretary Until March 2024, Then Treasurer 5.00 hrs/week
JH
Jason Head Board Member Until March 2024 2.00 hrs/week
JR
Jeff Ruggles Board Member 2.00 hrs/week
JK
Jeffery Krohn Board Member 2.00 hrs/week
JM
Jeffrey Malone Board Member As Of March 2024 2.00 hrs/week
JP
Jim Parsons Board Member 2.00 hrs/week
JM
John McClenny Board Member 2.00 hrs/week
JL
Justin Lewton Board Member 2.00 hrs/week
KF
Kathy Fowler Board Member As Of March 2024 2.00 hrs/week
KT
Kenneth Tremain Board Member 2.00 hrs/week
KL
Kevin Leiser Board Member 2.00 hrs/week
KL
Klayton Lohr Board Member As Of March 2024 2.00 hrs/week
KW
Kyle Wangemann Board Member 2.00 hrs/week
KM
Kyler Millershaski Board Member 2.00 hrs/week
MK
Mary Kay Thatcher Board Member As Of March 2024 2.00 hrs/week
MG
Mike Gunderson Board Member 2.00 hrs/week
MM
Mike MacIejowski Board Member As Of March 2024 2.00 hrs/week
NK
Nathan Keane Board Member Until March 2024. Then Secretary 5.00 hrs/week
ND
Niel Denton Board Member As Of March 2024 2.00 hrs/week
ON
Owen Niese Board Member 2.00 hrs/week
PM
Pete Miller Board Member 2.00 hrs/week
SH
Sam Holcomb Board Member 2.00 hrs/week
SB
Scott Born Board Member 2.00 hrs/week
SR
Scott Ruck Board Member 2.00 hrs/week
SW
Stanley Walters Board Member 2.00 hrs/week
TI
Ty Iverson Board Member 2.00 hrs/week
WB
Wade Bingaman Board Member 2.00 hrs/week
WL
William Lyndon Uphaus Board Member 2.00 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)

$454K

Highest Paid

$340K

Chandler Goule

Compensated Officers

2

Name Title Base Other Total Hrs/Wk
Chandler Goule Chief Executive Officer $320,000 $20,004 $340,004 30
Jacob Westlin VP Of Policy And Communications $108,677 $4,953 $113,630 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

$740 Total Given
Democratic $490 (66%)
Other/PAC $250 (34%)
15 Contributions
$49 Avg Each

Top Individual Donors

2 Individual Donors
JT
Joshua Tonsager 14 contributions • $35 avg
$490
EG
Earnest Goule 1 contribution • $250 avg
$250

Quick Insights

🏆
Most Active Donor Joshua Tonsager with 14 contributions
💰
Highest Avg per Contribution Joshua Tonsager at $35 each
🎯
Top Recipient SOUTH DAKOTA DEMOCRATIC PARTY - ... — $490

Data from Federal Election Commission • Individual contributions only

Partners & Funders

Grant funding relationships from IRS Form 990 filings

$35K Grants Received
2 Organizations

Top Funders

2 total
KS
Kentucky Small Grain Growers
$29K
MG
Maryland Grain Producers
$6K

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

Lobbying Activity

Lobbying Disclosure Act registrations

Self-Lobbying
339 Registrations
223 Clients
Yes Self-Lobbying

Clients 223 total

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3 filings
Self
N
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14 filings
N
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8 filings
N
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6 filings
N
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6 filings
N
National Association Of Realtors
6 filings
N
National Association Of Clean Water Agencies
5 filings
N
National Association Of Theatre Owners
5 filings
N
National Association Of Waterfront Employers
5 filings
N
National Association Of Chain Drug Stores
4 filings
N
National Association Of Insurance And Financial Advisors
4 filings
N
National Association Of Manufacturers
4 filings
C
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3 filings
I
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3 filings
N
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3 filings
N
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3 filings
N
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3 filings
N
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3 filings
N
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3 filings
N
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3 filings
N
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3 filings
A
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2 filings
C
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2 filings
C
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2 filings
I
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2 filings
I
International Association Of Forensic Nurses
2 filings
I
International Association Of Lgbt Investors And Private Business Owners
2 filings
I
International Association Of Plumbing And Mechanical Officials
2 filings
I
International Association Of Professional Numismatists
2 filings
I
International Association Of Sheet Metal, Air, Rail, And Transportation Workers
2 filings
N
National Association For Behavioral Healthcare
2 filings
N
National Association For Biomedical Research
2 filings
N
National Association Of Acos
2 filings
N
National Association Of Bankruptcy Trustees
2 filings
N
National Association Of Boards Of Pharmacy
2 filings
N
National Association Of Business Political Action Committees (Nabpac)
2 filings
N
National Association Of Chemical Distributors
2 filings
N
National Association Of Colleges And Employers
2 filings
N
National Association Of Councils On Developmental Disabilities
2 filings
N
National Association Of Dental Plans
2 filings
N
National Association Of Development Companies
2 filings
N
National Association Of Development Organizations
2 filings
N
National Association Of Energy Service Companies
2 filings
N
National Association Of Epilepsy Centers
2 filings
N
National Association Of Federally Impacted Schools
2 filings
N
National Association Of Federally-Insured Credit Unions
2 filings
N
National Association Of Home Builders
2 filings
N
National Association Of Industrial Bankers
2 filings
N
National Association Of Landscape Professionals
2 filings
N
National Association Of Long Term Hospitals
2 filings

+ 173 more clients

Source: Senate Office of Public Records — Lobbying Disclosure Act

Contact

Get in touch with National Association Of Wheat Growers

Phone

(202) 547-7800

Social

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25 Massachusetts Ave NW 500b Washington, DC 20001