Americans United for Life 
The information on this page was last updated 1/23/2023. If you see errors or omissions, please email: [email protected]
Summary
Americans United for Life protects and defends human life from conception to natural death through vigorous legislative, judicial, and educational efforts.
The spirit of Americans United for Life is captured through our signature mark, the daisy flower. Like the unassuming yet beautiful flower that persists even in the harshest of conditions, human life is a gift that is worthy of protection and wondrous when allowed to flourish and thrive. The daisy, like human life, persists.
The petals of the daisy represent our human rights-those we possess as individual human beings as well as those we share as members of the human family. Each of the daisy's petals interlink to form in their center a radiant star.
As the star at the center of the daisy shines, it illuminates the central role of our reason: In its light we embrace our identity as equal members of the human family, with common rights and responsibilities, as we look towards a brighter and more beautiful future.
Contact information
Mailing address:
Americans United for Life
1150 Connecticut Avenue NW
Suite 500
Washington, DC 20036
Website: aul.org
Phone: (202) 289-1478
Email: [email protected]
Organization details
EIN: 363906065
CEO/President: Catherine Glenn Foster
Chairman: Jay Cunningham
Board size: 9
Founder: Brent Bozell
Ruling year: 1993
Tax deductible: Yes
Fiscal year end: 06/30
Member of ECFA: No
Member of ECFA since:
Purpose
We strive for the day when all are welcomed throughout life and protected in law. We equip advocates and lawmakers with the facts and strategies that change hearts and minds and protect human life.
We believe all human rights flow from the human right to life. We are all equal members of the human family and equally worthy of respect, solidarity, and love.
Mission statement
We advance the human right to life in culture, law, and policy.
Statement of faith
Donor confidence score
Transparency grade
C
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Financial efficiency ratings
Sector: Advocacy
| Category | Rating | Overall rank | Sector rank |
| Overall efficiency rating | | 687 of 1077 | 35 of 41 |
| Fund acquisition rating | | 764 of 1078 | 36 of 41 |
| Resource allocation rating | | 642 of 1078 | 34 of 41 |
| Asset utilization rating | | 477 of 1077 | 19 of 41 |
Financial ratios
| Funding ratios | Sector median | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
Return on fundraising efforts Return on fundraising efforts = Fundraising expense / Total contributions | 10% | 13% | 17% | 20% | 24% | 29% |
Fundraising cost ratio Fundraising cost ratio = Fundraising expense / Total revenue | 8% | 13% | 17% | 20% | 24% | 23% |
Contributions reliance Contributions reliance = Total contributions / Total revenue | 98% | 100% | 99% | 99% | 100% | 79% |
Fundraising expense ratio Fundraising expense ratio = Fundraising expense / Total expenses | 8% | 12% | 17% | 20% | 20% | 23% |
Other revenue reliance Other revenue reliance = Total other revenue / Total revenue | 2% | 0% | 1% | 1% | 0% | 21% |
| Operating ratios | Sector median | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
Program expense ratio Program expense ratio = Program services / Total expenses | 80% | 76% | 74% | 69% | 71% | 68% |
Spending ratio Spending ratio = Total expenses / Total revenue | 92% | 112% | 103% | 100% | 121% | 100% |
Program output ratio Program output ratio = Program services / Total revenue | 70% | 84% | 76% | 68% | 87% | 68% |
Savings ratio Savings ratio = Surplus (deficit) / Total revenue | 8% | -12% | -3% | 0% | -21% | 0% |
Reserve accumulation rate Reserve accumulation rate = Surplus (deficit) / Net assets | 12% | -19% | -6% | 1% | -27% | 0% |
General and admin ratio General and admin ratio = Management and general expense / Total expenses | 10% | 12% | 9% | 12% | 9% | 9% |
| Investing ratios | Sector median | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
Total asset turnover Total asset turnover = Total expenses / Total assets | 1.42 | 1.54 | 1.67 | 1.42 | 1.34 | 0.97 |
Degree of long-term investment Degree of long-term investment = Total assets / Total current assets | 1.26 | 1.03 | 1.03 | 1.03 | 1.03 | 1.07 |
Current asset turnover Current asset turnover = Total expenses / Total current assets | 2.03 | 1.59 | 1.71 | 1.46 | 1.39 | 1.03 |
| Liquidity ratios | Sector median | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
Current ratio Current ratio = Total current assets / Total current liabilities | 9.89 | 10.34 | 10.70 | 9.03 | 15.26 | 7.18 |
Current liabilities ratio Current liabilities ratio = Total current liabilities / Total current assets | 0.10 | 0.10 | 0.09 | 0.11 | 0.07 | 0.14 |
Liquid reserve level Liquid reserve level = (Total current assets - Total current liabilities) / (Total expenses / 12) | 5.64 | 6.82 | 6.36 | 7.33 | 8.09 | 10.02 |
| Solvency ratios | Sector median | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
Liabilities ratio Liabilities ratio = Total liabilities / Total assets | 16% | 16% | 14% | 12% | 11% | 17% |
Debt ratio Debt ratio = Debt / Total assets | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% |
Reserve coverage ratio Reserve coverage ratio = Net assets / Total expenses | 60% | 55% | 52% | 62% | 66% | 85% |
Financials
| Balance sheet | |||||
| Assets | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
| Cash | $1,541,965 | $1,603,573 | $1,455,234 | $1,472,186 | $1,839,281 |
| Receivables, inventories, prepaids | $102,449 | $330,607 | $547,348 | $494,499 | $662,200 |
| Short-term investments | $5,526 | $1,671 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Other current assets | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Total current assets | $1,649,940 | $1,935,851 | $2,002,582 | $1,966,685 | $2,501,481 |
| Long-term investments | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Fixed assets | $40,044 | $14,336 | $5,651 | $6,523 | $8,487 |
| Other long-term assets | $15,777 | $37,280 | $45,691 | $59,263 | $161,482 |
| Total long-term assets | $55,821 | $51,616 | $51,342 | $65,786 | $169,969 |
| Total assets | $1,705,761 | $1,987,467 | $2,053,924 | $2,032,471 | $2,671,450 |
| Liabilities | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
| Payables and accrued expenses | $159,636 | $180,967 | $221,666 | $128,886 | $328,859 |
| Other current liabilities | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $19,653 |
| Total current liabilities | $159,636 | $180,967 | $221,666 | $128,886 | $348,512 |
| Debt | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Due to (from) affiliates | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Other long-term liabilities | $112,289 | $100,731 | $17,512 | $100,079 | $118,150 |
| Total long-term liabilities | $112,289 | $100,731 | $17,512 | $100,079 | $118,150 |
| Total liabilities | $271,925 | $281,698 | $239,178 | $228,965 | $466,662 |
| Net assets | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
| Without donor restrictions | $1,398,208 | $1,661,052 | $1,670,029 | $1,758,789 | $2,160,071 |
| With donor restrictions | $35,628 | $44,717 | $144,717 | $44,717 | $44,717 |
| Net assets | $1,433,836 | $1,705,769 | $1,814,746 | $1,803,506 | $2,204,788 |
| Revenues and expenses | |||||
| Revenue | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
| Total contributions | $2,336,883 | $3,180,883 | $2,911,360 | $2,238,016 | $2,029,206 |
| Program service revenue | $4,500 | $6,169 | $1,950 | $0 | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Investment income | $212 | $779 | $2,615 | $2,429 | $3,112 |
| Other revenue | $6,677 | $13,086 | $10,717 | $6,796 | $550,530 |
| Total other revenue | $11,389 | $20,034 | $15,282 | $9,225 | $553,642 |
| Total revenue | $2,348,272 | $3,200,917 | $2,926,642 | $2,247,241 | $2,582,848 |
| Expenses | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
| Program services | $1,982,908 | $2,447,202 | $2,003,442 | $1,944,696 | $1,757,669 |
| Management and general | $323,824 | $306,076 | $338,575 | $241,358 | $235,541 |
| Fundraising | $314,772 | $556,616 | $573,385 | $541,098 | $586,326 |
| Total expenses | $2,621,504 | $3,309,894 | $2,915,402 | $2,727,152 | $2,579,536 |
| Change in net assets | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
| Surplus (deficit) | ($273,232) | ($108,977) | $11,240 | ($479,911) | $3,312 |
| Other changes in net assets | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Total change in net assets | ($273,232) | ($108,977) | $11,240 | ($479,911) | $3,312 |
Compensation
| Name | Title | Compensation |
| Catherine Glenn Foster | President | $193,808 |
| Steven Aden | CLO & General Counsel | $193,587 |
| Clarke Forsythe | Senior Counsel | $183,587 |
| Evangeline Bartz | COO & Corporate Counsel | $135,853 |
| Tom Shakely | Chief Engagement Officer | $119,785 |
Compensation data as of: 6/30/2020
Response from ministry
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History
In 1971, we came together as a group of passionate Americans, united by a single issue: our belief in the human right to life.
Since then, much has changed. Those not yet born have been dehumanized, and so many of those born have faced increasing marginalization due to their age, ability, or perceived value. Human rights-and life itself-have become politicized. But we have remained dedicated to a cause that's bigger than any one person, any one ruling, and any one moment in history.
We strive for the day when all are welcomed throughout life and protected in law. We fight for humanity. We stand for dignity. We advocate unabashedly for the life of every person of every age, background, and belief.
We are Americans United for Life: a team advancing the human right to life in culture, law, and policy. We are the voice for millions, a nonpartisan force working to create lifelong connections between persons of all ages, backgrounds, and beliefs. This is how we will fulfill our mission for generations to come.
Our work is rooted in our robust law and policy expertise-and we're resolute in the pursuit of real change and tangible impact.
We systematically advance life-affirming legislation in every state in the country. And while much of what we do occurs behind the scenes, what we've done and are doing affects us all.
In every state-and in every community-more mothers, fathers, and families have chosen life and love. More of our neighbors have refused to stay silent and have been empowered to share their stories, expose inhumanity, and uphold dignity.
That's a direct result of the work we do with allies, advocates, and lawmakers. We provide the foundation for what people already know and feel. We change the conversation at its very core and encourage others to make their voices heard.
We can't do this work alone. But together, this is a fight we can win. This is a fight we will win. Culturally and legally. Locally and nationally. We know life has never been more vital. As a community that recognizes the importance of every person and every perspective, we will continue to make vital impact. Will you join us?
Program accomplishments
Needs
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