National Conference On Citizenship

Washington, DC · Founded 1953

Congressionally-chartered nonprofit strengthening democracy through citizen engagement and public service initiatives

Primary audience
Citizens
Work area
Civic Engagement
Topic
Democracy
Contact
Elijah Pariser
Website Contact

About Organization

The National Conference on Citizenship supports local leaders and non-partisan projects dedicated to civic participation and democratic engagement. Based in Washington, DC, the organization operates with 43 employees and 824 volunteers, generating $6.4 million in annual revenue. Founded in 1953, it holds a congressional charter to advance citizenship and civic life across the United States.

What They Focus On

Citizen Engagement

Mobilizes Americans to participate actively in democratic processes through voting, volunteering, and community involvement

Civil Rights Advocacy

Advances social action and civil rights initiatives that strengthen democratic access and participation for all citizens

Democratic Infrastructure

Builds capacity among local leaders and non-partisan organizations to sustain healthy civic institutions and practices

Financial Information

Form 990 data showing organizational financial health and growth.

Revenue (2023)

$6.4M

-18.4% vs 2021

Expenses (2023)

$6.3M

+4.9% vs 2021

Assets (2023)

$4.4M

-20.8% vs 2021

Employees (2023)

43

+10.3% vs 2021

Year Revenue Expenses Assets Employees
2023 $6,430,716 $6,287,073 $4,428,256 43
2021 $7,878,527 $5,991,799 $5,588,012 39
2020 $6,771,478 $9,011,996 $4,277,361 33
2019 $6,855,946 $4,956,886 $6,394,785 7
2018 $1,688,635 $1,070,527 $3,968,308 6
2017 $1,628,416 $995,999 $3,740,818 5

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

How They Work

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  • 01

    Identify Local Leaders

    Connect with community organizers and non-partisan groups working on civic engagement initiatives

  • 02

    Provide Resources

    Deliver financial support, training, and technical assistance to strengthen local civic projects

  • 03

    Foster Collaboration

    Build networks among civic leaders and organizations to share best practices and strategies

  • 04

    Measure Impact

    Track citizen engagement outcomes and democratic participation to refine and scale effective approaches

Programs and Initiatives

Services and programs offered by National Conference On Citizenship

Civic Engagement Support

Provides resources and backing for local leaders working to increase citizen participation in democratic processes

Public Service Initiatives

Develops and supports non-partisan projects that strengthen community involvement and democratic participation nationwide

Democracy Strengthening

Implements programs focused on civil rights advocacy and social action to enhance democratic institutions and practices

Leadership Development

Equips local community leaders with tools and networks to advance civic engagement in their regions

Team & Leadership

Meet the people behind National Conference On Citizenship.

Amy Howell

Amy Howell

Chief Program Officer
Full-time
Compensation: $196,000
Cameron Hickey

Cameron Hickey

Chief Executive Officer
Full-time
Compensation: $189,537
Lisa Matthews

Lisa Matthews

Chief Grants & Compliance Officer
Full-time
Compensation: $134,475
Denice Ross

Denice Ross

Senior Fellow
Full-time
Compensation: $220,000
Stacey Meadows

Stacey Meadows

Senior Project Manager
Jeff Coates

Jeff Coates

Research and Evaluation Director
Taylor Savell

Taylor Savell

Program Manager & Senior Policy Analyst
Cameron Blossom

Cameron Blossom

Communications Director
Kaitlyn Dowling

Kaitlyn Dowling

Senior Research Analyst
Myra Miranda

Myra Miranda

Partnerships Manager
John Kilcoyne

John Kilcoyne

Administrative Manager
EP

Elijah Pariser

Program Director
Full-time
Compensation: $266,469
DD

Deepti Doshi

Program Director
Full-time
Compensation: $266,005
AL

Allyson Laackman

CFO (Until 7/2023)
Full-time
Compensation: $207,263
MM

Meagan Mitchell

Chief Of Staff-New Public
Full-time
Compensation: $148,472
KF

Kyla Fullenwider

Senior Fellow
Full-time
Compensation: $198,624
AQ

Angelica Quicksey

Head-Public Spaces Incubator
Full-time
Compensation: $167,417
AR

Adriana Rivas Ruffatti

Head Of Community Lab
Full-time
Compensation: $148,762
GL

Gail Leftwich Kitch

3Rd VP
1 hrs/week
JF

Joy Fulkerson

2Nd VP
1 hrs/week
MW

Michael Weiser

Chairman Emeritus
1 hrs/week
AC

Adam Conner

Director
GG

Garrett Graff

Director
KH

Katie Harbath

President & Chair
PE

Paula Ellis

Director
PD

Philip Duncan

Director
ES

Elizabeth Shapiro

Senior Fellow

Milestones

1953

Congressional Charter Granted

1953

Established by Congress to promote citizenship and civic engagement nationwide

1954

IRS Recognition Obtained

1954

Received tax-exempt status as federally-chartered nonprofit organization

2018

Operations Expansion

2018

Increased annual revenue from $1.7 million to $6.9 million within one year

2021

Peak Impact Year

2021

Achieved highest revenue of $7.9 million supporting civic engagement nationwide

Associated People

Board members, advisors, and key contributors

Board of Directors

Adam Conner
Adam Conner Director 1.00 hrs/week
Barry Byrd
Barry Byrd Secretary 1.00 hrs/week
GG
Garrett Graff Director 1.00 hrs/week
Katie Harbath
Katie Harbath President & Chair 5.00 hrs/week
Paula Ellis
Paula Ellis Director 1.00 hrs/week
PD
Philip Duncan Director 1.00 hrs/week
VL
Valerie Lemmie Treasurer & 1St VP 5.00 hrs/week
Michael Weiser
Michael Weiser Chairman Emeritus
Joy Bonaguro
Joy Bonaguro
Joy Fulkerson
Joy Fulkerson
James Johnson-Piett
James Johnson-Piett
Letty Hardi
Letty Hardi
Gail Leftwich Kitch
Gail Leftwich Kitch Program Committee, VP
Allen Square
Allen Square

Information compiled from IRS Form 990 and organizational materials.

Executive Compensation

Top compensated officers & key employees from IRS Form 990

Total Reported (2023)

$2.3M

Highest Paid

$276K

Elijah Pariser

Compensated Officers

11

Name Title Base Other Total Hrs/Wk
Elijah Pariser Program Director $266,469 $9,171 $275,640 40
Deepti Doshi Program Director $266,005 $8,236 $274,241 40
Denice Ross Senior Fellow $220,000 $7,779 $227,779 40
Kyla Fullenwider Senior Fellow $198,624 $17,605 $216,229 40
Allyson Laackman CFO (Until 7/2023) $207,263 $5,565 $212,828 40
Cameron Hickey CEO $189,537 $18,377 $207,914 40
Amy Howell Chief Program Officer $196,000 $626 $196,626 40
Angelica Quicksey Head-Public Spaces Incubator $167,417 $19,803 $187,220 40
Meagan Mitchell Chief Of Staff-New Public $148,472 $20,154 $168,626 40
Lisa Matthews Chief Grants Officer $134,475 $21,893 $156,368 40
Adriana Rivas Ruffatti Head Of Community Lab $148,762 $663 $149,425 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

$7K Total Given
Democratic $7,100 (100%)
6 Contributions
$1,183 Avg Each

Top Individual Donors

1 Individual Donor
SS
Sterling Speirn 6 contributions • $1,183 avg
$7,100

Quick Insights

🏆
Most Active Donor Sterling Speirn with 6 contributions
💰
Highest Avg per Contribution Sterling Speirn at $1,183 each
🎯
Top Recipient ACTBLUE — $3,550

Data from Federal Election Commission • Individual contributions only

COVID-19 PPP Loans

Paycheck Protection Program (2020-2021)

Fully Forgiven

Total Approved

$100K

Total Forgiven

$101K

101% forgiven

Jobs Retained

25

Loan Details 1 loan

$100,192
Forgiven
Forgiven: $101,040 100%
Approved May 11, 2020
Lender Bank of America, National Association
Jobs Reported 25
Forgiven On Mar 17, 2021

Source: Small Business Administration • Paycheck Protection Program (2020-2021)

Partners & Funders

Grant funding relationships from IRS Form 990 filings

$749K Grants Received
4 Organizations

Top Funders

4 total
HF
Hopewell Fund
$500K
NV
New Venture Fund
$200K
FI
Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund
$25K
RP
Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors Inc.
$24K
Hopewell Fund New Venture Fund Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors Inc.
Hopewell Fund New Venture Fund Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors Inc.

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

Lobbying Activity

Lobbying Disclosure Act registrations

Self-Lobbying
4 Registrations
2 Clients
Yes Self-Lobbying

Clients 2 total

National Conference Of Insurance Guaranty Funds
2 filings
Self
National Conference On Public Employee Retirement Systems
2 filings
Self

Source: Senate Office of Public Records — Lobbying Disclosure Act

Contact

Get in touch with National Conference On Citizenship

Phone

(202) 864-5521

Social

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601 13th Street NW 12th Fl 78 Washington, DC 20005