Washington Association Of Realtors

Olympia, WA · Founded 1933

Professional trade association representing real estate brokers and agents

Primary audience
General Public
Work area
Program Delivery
Topic
Community Services
Contact
Nathan Gorton
Website Contact

About Organization

The Washington Association of Realtors advocates for real estate professionals through legislative advocacy, continuing education, and industry standards. Based in Olympia, WA, the organization operates with 27 employees and $7.7 million in annual revenue. WAR represents over 26,000 real estate professionals statewide, providing legal support, market data, and professional development programs.

What They Focus On

Core Services

Primary programs and activities aligned with organizational mission and community needs

Community Partnerships

Collaborative relationships with organizations and stakeholders strengthening collective impact

Capacity Building

Infrastructure and resource development enhancing organizational effectiveness and sustainability

Financial Information

Form 990 data showing organizational financial health and growth.

Revenue (2024)

$7.1M

-1.5% vs 2022

Expenses (2024)

$7.7M

+24.5% vs 2022

Assets (2024)

$16.0M

-5.8% vs 2022

Employees (2024)

24

+9.1% vs 2022

Year Revenue Expenses Assets Employees
2024 $7,066,474 $7,738,740 $16,035,640 24
2022 $7,175,833 $6,215,934 $17,027,167 22
2021 $6,357,823 $5,281,950 $17,163,792 23
2020 $6,187,589 $5,001,699 $15,879,235 20
2019 $6,882,140 $6,071,693 $15,081,470 19
2018 $5,834,551 $4,793,759 $13,933,427 18

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

How They Work

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  • 01

    Assessment

    Identifying community needs and organizational priorities through data analysis and stakeholder consultation

  • 02

    Planning

    Developing strategic initiatives and allocating resources to address identified needs and opportunities

  • 03

    Implementation

    Delivering programs and services through trained staff, volunteers, and community partnerships

  • 04

    Evaluation

    Measuring outcomes and collecting feedback to improve effectiveness and accountability

Programs and Initiatives

Services and programs offered by Washington Association Of Realtors

Primary Services

Core programs and activities addressing identified community needs through evidence-based interventions

Community Engagement

Outreach and partnership initiatives connecting stakeholders and expanding program reach

Support Services

Complementary programs and resources enhancing participant outcomes and organizational effectiveness

Team & Leadership

Meet the people behind Washington Association Of Realtors.

Marcus Whitman Hotel

Marcus Whitman Hotel

Natalie Davis 

Natalie Davis 

Jacqualine Price Osofo, MBA, CAE

Jacqualine Price Osofo, MBA, CAE

Jennifer Branchini

Jennifer Branchini

Michele Holen

Michele Holen

NG

Nathan Gorton

CEO
Full-time
Compensation: $323,843
MH

Mary Hull Drury

Gov't Affairs Director
Full-time
Compensation: $172,859
SW

Stacie Weedon

COO
Full-time
Compensation: $146,600
WC

William Clark

Director Of Public Policy
Full-time
Compensation: $111,959
CM

Cara McNeil

Communications Director
Full-time
Compensation: $108,025
EJ

Ellingson Jan

Past President-Bod
1 hrs/week
Compensation: $12,574
MK

Mark Kitabayashi

Past President-Bod
1 hrs/week
Compensation: $8,850
AA

Abbott Andrea

State Director Start August
1 hrs/week
AD

Abercrombie Desiree

State Director Until August
1 hrs/week
AD

Adams Debra

State Director
1 hrs/week
AS

Adams Sharon

State Director
1 hrs/week
AR

Akins Regina

State Director
1 hrs/week
AC

Ambrose Curtis

State Director
1 hrs/week
AR

Anderson Robert

State Director
1 hrs/week
AM

Armanious Michael

State Director
1 hrs/week
AG

Arrand Gwen

State Director
1 hrs/week
BJ

Barragan Jr Jorge

State Director Start June
1 hrs/week
BM

Beach Marissa

State Director
1 hrs/week
BE

Beatty Elizabeth

Nar Director
1 hrs/week
BR

Beckett Ryan

First Vice President
1 hrs/week
BP

Begley Pamela

State Director
1 hrs/week
BC

Bemis Cory

State Director Start August
1 hrs/week
BN

Bergdahl Nanette

State Director
1 hrs/week
BR

Bergdahl Richard

State Director
1 hrs/week
BN

Biehl Nathaniel

State Director
1 hrs/week
BJ

Blom John

Vice President
1 hrs/week
BQ

Boe Quint Lee

State Director
1 hrs/week
BE

Bohn Ellen

State Director
1 hrs/week
BC

Bonnelle Christine

State Director
1 hrs/week
BC

Bovee Constance

State Director
1 hrs/week
BT

Boyd Travis

State Director
1 hrs/week
CT

Choate Tracie

State Director
1 hrs/week
CD

Chumbley Dale

Nar Director
1 hrs/week
CG

Clark Glen

State Director
1 hrs/week
CT

Clark Tom

State Director
1 hrs/week
CJ

Collison Julie

State Director
1 hrs/week
CK

Copeland Katie

State Director
1 hrs/week
DC

Daniels Cheri

Nar Director
1 hrs/week
DS

Davies Shane

State Director
1 hrs/week
DJ

Dean Julie

State Director
1 hrs/week
DR

Devon Rocky

State Director
1 hrs/week
DS

Dickinson Scott

State Director
1 hrs/week
FT

Fiebig Todd

State Director Until June
1 hrs/week
FJ

Fisher James

State Director
1 hrs/week
FJ

Flemmer Judy

State Director
1 hrs/week
FM

Flynn Michael

Past President
1 hrs/week
FR

Forsberg Renee

State Director Until August
1 hrs/week
FE

Foster Elizabeth

State Director
1 hrs/week
FD

Frank David

State Director
1 hrs/week
FG

Franko Glenn

State Director
1 hrs/week
JR

James R Benge

Commercial Govt Affairs Dir
Full-time
Compensation: $119,789
AR

Almberg Ron

VP - Operations
1 hrs/week
BK

Berndtson Kathy

VP-Elect Operations
1 hrs/week
CE

Chang Eddie

VP Gov't Affairs
1 hrs/week
ER

Elde Rebecca

Crs
1 hrs/week
GI

Garcia Irene

Northwest Wa Rep
1 hrs/week
HT

Hormel Tom

Nar Exec Cmte Rep
1 hrs/week
JN

Jacobson Norman

VP-Elect Membership
1 hrs/week
JJ

Jefferson Jasmyn

Central Puget Sound Rep
1 hrs/week
JE

Johnson Eric

Eastern Wa Regional Rep Until Dec
1 hrs/week
RC

Rarden Colette

Central Wa Rep
1 hrs/week
SC

Sanborn Carolyn

VP Membership
1 hrs/week
SJ

Shupe Jennifer

Wcr
1 hrs/week
SM

Side Matt

VP-Elect Govt Affair
1 hrs/week
WS

Wise Susan

Southwest Wa Rep
1 hrs/week

Milestones

1933

Organization Founded

1933

Establishment of the organization to serve community needs and advance mission

2021

Program Expansion

2021

Expanded services and outreach to reach more beneficiaries and strengthen community impact

2022

Revenue Peak

2022

Reached $7,175,833 in annual revenue demonstrating organizational growth

2024

Partnership Growth

2024

Developed strategic partnerships with organizations to leverage resources and expand reach

2026

Continued Impact

2026

Ongoing programs and services reaching communities through mission-aligned activities

Associated People

Board members, advisors, and key contributors

Board of Directors

RM
Robinson Mary Kay Treasurer 1.00 hrs/week
SD
Shinabarger David Treasurer-Elect 1.00 hrs/week

Information compiled from IRS Form 990 and organizational materials.

Executive Compensation

Top compensated officers & key employees from IRS Form 990

Total Reported (2024)

$1.2M

Highest Paid

$375K

Nathan Gorton

Compensated Officers

8

Name Title Base Other Total Hrs/Wk
Nathan Gorton CEO $323,843 $51,044 $374,887 37.5
Mary Hull Drury Gov'T Affairs Director $172,859 $25,964 $198,823 37.5
Stacie Weedon COO $146,600 $23,024 $169,624 37.5
William Clark Director Of Public Policy $111,959 $19,759 $131,718 37.5
James R Benge Commercial GOVT Affairs DIR $119,789 $11,454 $131,243 37.5
Cara Mcneil Communications Director $108,025 $19,364 $127,389 37.5
Ellingson Jan Past President-BOD $12,574 — $12,574 1
Mark Kitabayashi Past President-BOD $8,850 — $8,850 1

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

Individual Political Donors

People from this organization who contributed to political campaigns

$3K Total Given
Other/PAC $2,656 (100%)
24 Contributions
$111 Avg Each

Top Individual Donors

9 Individual Donors
BW
Bill W Clarke 2 contributions • $300 avg
$600
MP
Melissa Purvines 10 contributions • $48 avg
$479
NG
Nathan Gorton 1 contribution • $300 avg
$300
NG
Nathan Gorton 1 contribution • $300 avg
$300
AR
Alexander Robertson 1 contribution • $300 avg
$300

Other Individual Contributors $677 combined

#6
JM

Jeanette Mckague

Olympia, WA

$300 Total
1 Contribution
NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS...
#7
MH

Mary Hull-Ury

Tumwater, WA

$237 Total
6 Contributions
NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS...
#8
SW

Stacie Weedon

Rochester, WA

$90 Total
1 Contribution
NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS...
#9
SW

Stacie Weedon

Rochester, WA

$50 Total
1 Contribution
NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS...

Quick Insights

🏆
Most Active Donor Melissa Purvines with 10 contributions
💰
Highest Avg per Contribution Bill W Clarke at $300 each
🎯
Top Recipient NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS... — $2,656

Data from Federal Election Commission • Individual contributions only

Lobbying Activity

Lobbying Disclosure Act registrations

Self-Lobbying
1 Registrations
1 Client
Yes Self-Lobbying

Clients 1 total

Washington Association Of Wheat Growers
1 filing
Self

Source: Senate Office of Public Records — Lobbying Disclosure Act

Contact

Get in touch with Washington Association Of Realtors

Email

[email protected]

Phone

(360) 943-3100

Social

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Po Box 719 Olympia, WA 98507