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Amplifier Foundation

EIN 47-1612420 · Los Angeles, CA

Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthFair64 out of 100GovernanceFair63 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

Amplifier Foundation is a non-profit organization whose mission is to amplify the most important movements of our time. Amplifier's goal is to flip artists into activists and observers into participants.

Income
$1.2 million
Spending
$1.1 million
Spent on programs
65%
Reserves
2.4 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 92%
Employees
8
Highest pay
$123,650, executive dir.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Financial health

Fair: 64 out of 100. Higher than 38% of charities in its peer group (arts and culture, $1m to $10m).

  • Reserves

    10 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 2.4 months of spending.

  • Debt

    16 of 20

    It owes 17% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    15 of 15

    Income exceeded spending by 8% of income.

  • Income trend

    15 of 15

    Income rose 19% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    8 of 15

    65% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 14 cents.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Governance

Fair: 63 out of 100. Higher than 14% of charities in its peer group (arts and culture, $1m to $10m).

  • Independent board

    18 of 25

    4 of 4 voting board members are independent.

  • Conflict of interest policy

    15 of 15

    Has a written conflict of interest policy.

  • Whistleblower policy

    0 of 8

    Reports no written whistleblower policy.

  • Record keeping policy

    0 of 7

    Reports no written policy on keeping and destroying records.

  • Board minutes

    5 of 5

    Keeps minutes of board meetings.

  • Board sees the tax return

    10 of 10

    Gave the board a copy of this return before filing it.

  • Pay set independently

    5 of 5

    Sets its chief executive's pay through independent review and comparison.

  • Independent check of accounts

    0 of 15

    Its accounts were not audited or reviewed by an independent accountant.

  • No reported misuse

    10 of 10

    Reports no diversion of assets, excess benefits or loans to insiders.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Impact evidence

Describes programs. Its tax return describes what it does but we have found no measurable results in it.

Programs described in its return (4)
  1. $317,115 spent. Other Program: Our nonprofit media campaigns reach over 20 million viewers per campaign, amplifying movements focused on equality, dignity, diversity, truth, and beauty. Through art and media, we address issues like environmental accountability, mental health, reproductive justice, civic engagement, immigration, and equity in sports. We are committed to fostering compassionate, inclusive, and just communities.
  2. $230,163 spent. Fellowship: Amplifier launched a fellowship and grant program for photographers and photo-based artists ahead of the 2024 U.S. Presidential election. The program addresses threats to democracy, including voter disenfranchisement, intimidation, manipulation, misinformation, and disinformation campaigns, while highlighting systemic racism and inequity. Through their projects, our fellows and grantees raise awareness of these challenges, encouraging civic engagement and social change.
  3. $115,010 spent. Revolutionary Love: Amplifier partnered with author and activist Valarie Kaur and the Revolutionary Love Project to bring the 2024 Revolutionary Love Tour to life, a national cultural initiative encouraging compassion, courage, and collective healing. Through original artwork, storytelling tools, and public art installations, we helped communities practice ?revolutionary love? as a force for social change. The tour reached millions across the United States, offering immersive experiences that fostered connection across lines of difference.
  4. $58,907 spent. Native Vote: In partnership with IllumiNative and Natives Vote, Amplifier created a nationwide public art and storytelling campaign to support Indigenous voter engagement during the 2024 election season. We commissioned Indigenous artists, produced culturally responsive educational tools, and provided communications support to grassroots organizations working in key states where Native communities face structural barriers to voting. The campaign distributed over 10,000 physical artworks, supported more than 25 community events, and reached millions through digital and public installations to elevate Native voices and protect voting rights.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Legitimacy checks

  1. Is it registered with the IRS? Passed.

    Listed in the IRS master file of tax-exempt organizations as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 2026.

  2. Has the IRS revoked its tax-exempt status? Passed.

    Not on the IRS automatic revocation list.

    Source: Automatic revocation of exemption list, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 30, 2026.

  3. Are donations tax-deductible? Passed.

    On the IRS list of organizations eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions.

    Source: Publication 78 data: organizations eligible for tax-deductible contributions, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 10, 2026.

  4. Is it keeping up with its IRS filings? Passed.

    Most recent return on file covers the year ending December 2024.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 2026.

  5. How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.

    Recognized by the IRS since January 2015.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 2026.

  6. Is it in good standing with state regulators? Passed.

    Not on California's list of charities barred from soliciting. Other states are not yet checked.

    Source: May Not Operate or Solicit for Charitable Purposes list, California Attorney General, Registry of Charities and Fundraisers, file dated October 7, 2026.

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