American Battlefield Trust meets the 20 Standards for Charity Accountability.
American Battlefield Trust (ABT) reports that it protects endangered battlegrounds from the American Civil War, Revolutionary War, and the War of 1812. The organization indicates that it has secured millions of dollars in private sector donations and significant matching grants from all levels of government. ABT reports that this public-private partnership has resulted in the permanent protection of 52,000 acres of hallowed ground in 24 states. Once saved, these acres are integrated into public parks (many times existing national and state parks) so that visitors can walk the grounds and learn about the events that occurred there. The organization also educates school children and the public about America's foundational conflicts through interpretation and providing resources for teachers, students, and the public.
For the year ended March 31, 2019, American Battlefield Trust's program expenses were:
Preservation |
$13,589,795 |
Membership |
$3,230,098 |
Education |
$2,293,101 |
Total Program Expenses: |
$19,112,994 |
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Chief Executive
James Lighthizer, President
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Compensation*
$364,091
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Chair of the Board
Thomas Lauer
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Chair's Profession / Business Affiliation
Former Managing Partner, COO and CFO at Advent International Corporation; held other senior positions at Prime Computer, Inc.; practiced as a CPA at Deloitte
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Board Size
28
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Paid Staff Size
52
*2018 compensation includes annual salary and, if applicable, benefit plans, expense accounts, and other allowances.
Method(s) Used:
Direct mail appeals, Grant proposals, Internet, Membership appeals, Planned giving arrangements, Print advertisements (newspapers, magazines, etc.), Telephone appeals, Cause- related marketing (affinity credit cards, consumer product sales, etc.), Other
Fundraising costs were 8% of related contributions. (Related contributions, which totaled $33,535,161 are donations received as a result of fundraising activities.)
This organization is tax-exempt under section 501(c) (3) of the Internal Revenue Code.It is eligible to receive contributions deductible as charitable donations for federal income tax purposes.
The following information is based on American Battlefield Trust's audited financial statements - consolidated for the year ended March 31, 2019.
Source of Funds |
Grants and awards |
$15,776,532 |
Contributions |
$10,721,049 |
Member contributions |
$3,582,684 |
Donated land |
$3,418,500 |
Rental income |
$304,503 |
Conference registration fees |
$159,854 |
Royalty income |
$44,342 |
Donated services |
$36,396 |
Interest income |
$24,678 |
Other (loss) income |
($22,327) |
Total Income |
$34,046,211 |
- Programs: 85%
- Fundraising: 11%
- Administrative: 4%
Total Income |
$34,046,211 |
Program expenses |
$19,112,994 |
Fundraising expenses |
$2,570,839 |
Administrative expenses |
$908,378 |
Other expenses |
$0 |
Total expenses: |
$22,592,211 |
Income in Excess of Expenses |
$11,454,000 |
Beginning Net Assets |
$127,874,007 |
Other Changes In Net Assets |
$2,479 |
Ending Net Assets |
$139,330,486 |
Total Liabilities |
$7,894,762 |
Total Assets |
$147,225,248 |
Note 1: According to the organization's audited financial statements for the year ended March 31, 2019, ABT received in-kind contributions of $3,454,896 including donated land ($3,418,500) and donated services ($36,396).
Note 2: In the above financial section, "other changes in net assets" represents unrealized gain on fair value of interest rate swaps ($3,256) and loss on disposal of property and equipment (-$777).