The Renew Democracy Initiative Inc

Washington, DC · Founded 2017

Organization uniting democratic forces to confront authoritarianism and defend freedom globally

Primary audience
Global democracies
Work area
Democracy defense
Topic
Anti-authoritarianism
Contact
Uriel Epshtein
Website Contact

About Organization

The Renew Democracy Initiative works to unmask and confront the alliance of dictators threatening freedom worldwide. Based in Washington, DC, the organization operates through research, policy analysis, and educational programs that expose authoritarian tactics. With 12 employees and $5.6 million in annual revenue, they build coalitions among democratic nations and civil society groups.

What They Focus On

Authoritarian Exposure

Unmasks dictatorial alliances and tactics through research and media, revealing threats to democratic systems for global audiences.

Democracy Defense

Delivers direct aid to frontline democracies and dissidents resisting authoritarian control, supporting freedom movements worldwide.

Coalition Coordination

Builds networks connecting democratic nations and civil society groups into unified forces confronting dictatorship strategically.

Financial Information

Form 990 data showing organizational financial health and growth.

Revenue (2023)

$5.6M

Expenses (2023)

$7.3M

Assets (2023)

$2.8M

Employees (2023)

12

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

How They Work

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  • 01

    Research and Expose

    Investigate and unmask authoritarian tactics, alliances, and threats to democratic systems worldwide through rigorous analysis.

  • 02

    Build Coalitions

    Unite democratic nations, civil society groups, and freedom advocates into coordinated networks opposing dictatorship.

  • 03

    Support Frontlines

    Deliver direct assistance to dissidents, movements, and nations actively resisting authoritarian control and defending democracy.

  • 04

    Mobilize Action

    Deploy digital media and educational programs to rally public support and drive strategic action defending freedom.

Programs and Initiatives

Services and programs offered by The Renew Democracy Initiative Inc

Dissident Support

Provides assistance to political dissidents fighting authoritarian regimes, amplifying voices of those resisting dictatorial control.

Frontline Democracy Aid

Delivers direct support to nations and movements on the frontlines of defending democratic systems against authoritarian threats.

Policy Analysis

Conducts research examining authoritarian alliances and developing strategic recommendations for defending democratic institutions worldwide.

Coalition Building

Unites democratic nations, civil society organizations, and freedom advocates into coordinated networks opposing dictatorship.

Team & Leadership

Meet the people behind The Renew Democracy Initiative Inc.

UE

Uriel Epshtein

Chief Executive Officer
Full-time
Compensation: $236,271
NG

Noor Greene

COO
Full-time
Compensation: $100,465
GK

Garry Kasparov

Chairman
LC

Linda Chavez

Vice-Chair
IK

Igor Kirman

Board Member
AS

Alisa Savetamal

Board Member
JH

Jordan Hymowitz

Board Member
SP

Sir Philip Bobbitt

Board Member
TJ

Tori James

Director of Operations & Finance
EG

Evan Gottesman

Director of Communications & Special Projects
SB

Samantha Behlog

Executive Assistant
ER

Elie Rubinstein

Director of Stewardship
JM

James M. Black II

General Counsel
JN

Jay Nordlinger

Resident Senior Fellow
AD

AnneElyse DeArment

Development Coordinator
GS

General Stanley McChrystal

Advisor
RS

Rina Shah

Advisor
GM

General Mark Milley

Advisor
LC

Lucy Caldwell

Advisor
LG

Lt. Gen. (ret.) Ben Hodges

Advisor
BK

Bill Kristol

Advisor
IF

Ilya Figelman

Advisor
TL

Tami Longaberger

Advisor
NR

Nodari Rizun

Advisor
JD

Justin Dehorty

Advisor
JT

Jack Thomas Tomarchio

Advisor
CL

Chris Lawson

Advisor
SB

Scott Bennett

Advisor
PK

Pavel Khodorkovsky

Advisor
LD

Licy Do Canto

Advisor
RA

Richard A. Salomon

Advisor
MB

Max Boot

Advisor

Milestones

2018

Organization Launch

2018

Founded in Washington DC to unite forces of freedom against global authoritarian threats.

2023

Major Expansion

2023

Grew to $5.6 million in annual revenue supporting global democracy defense initiatives.

2023

Dissident Network

2023

Established comprehensive support programs for political dissidents fighting authoritarian regimes worldwide.

Associated People

Board members, advisors, and key contributors

Board of Directors

AV
Alexander Vindman Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
GK
Garry Kasparov Chairman 8.00 hrs/week
IK
Igor Kirman Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
LC
Linda Chavez Vice Chair 1.00 hrs/week
MS
Michael Steele Board Member 1.00 hrs/week

Information compiled from IRS Form 990 and organizational materials.

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Executive Compensation

Top compensated officers & key employees from IRS Form 990 (2023)

Total Reported (2023)

$356K

Highest Paid

$249K

Uriel Epshtein

Compensated Officers

2

Name Title Base Other Total Hrs/Wk
Uriel Epshtein CEO $236,271 $12,647 $248,918 40
Noor Greene COO $100,465 $6,358 $106,823 40

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