Institute for Sustainable Diversity and Inclusion
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
The Institute for Sustaniable Diversity and Inclusion (ISDI) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to strengthen individual and organizational capability for creating diverse, equitable and inclusive workplaces.
- Income
- $114,556
- Spending
- $158,011
- Spent on programs
- 62%
- Reserves
- 3.7 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- fees for its services, 99%
- Employees
- 4
- Volunteers
- 0
- Highest pay
- $30,000, secretary/treasurer
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
Weak: 48 out of 100. Higher than 27% of charities in its peer group (employment, under $250k).
Reserves
20 of 35Spendable reserves would cover 3.7 months of spending.
Debt
20 of 20It owes 0% of what it owns.
Living within its means
0 of 15Spending exceeded income by 38% of income.
Income trend
0 of 15Income fell 46% on the year before.
Spending floor
8 of 1562% of spending went to programs.
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: 65 out of 100. Higher than 50% of charities in its peer group (employment, under $250k).
Independent board
25 of 254 of 6 voting board members are independent.
Conflict of interest policy
15 of 15Has a written conflict of interest policy.
Whistleblower policy
0 of 8Reports no written whistleblower policy.
Record keeping policy
0 of 7Reports no written policy on keeping and destroying records.
Board minutes
5 of 5Keeps minutes of board meetings.
Board sees the tax return
0 of 10Did not give the board a copy of this return before filing it.
Pay set independently
0 of 5Reports no independent review process for its chief executive's pay.
No reported misuse
10 of 10Reports 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 (3)
- $98,537 spent. Northwest Diversity Learning Series (NWDLS)In its 26th year, the 2024 NWDLS provided substantial, insightful, and cost-effective DEI education to managers and employees from for-profit companies, government agencies, non-profit organizations, educational institutions, and small businesses. Key features included:* A unique employer collaboration across the Pacific Northwest, Florida, and other states, repositioning DEI around intrinsic value.* Empowering employees, managers, and leaders to practice daily inclusion.* A readily accessible, well-planned virtual program-saving employers time/resources while enabling global participation.* Six bi-monthly workshops offering cutting-edge, engaging DEI learning.* Presentations by sought-after thought leaders delivering impactful, results-driven content.* Networking opportunities and best-practice sharing for addressing DEI challenges.Attendance & ResourcesIn 2024, about 475 people attended the six NWDLS morning workshops remotely (avg. (70/session), while more than 600 registered (avg. 99/session); all registered attendees received access to the webinar recordings if unable to attend the live workshops. Participants received tailored learning workbooks, and ISDI posted extensive online resources post-session to encourage continued learning.2024 Workshop Series: "THE DEI Factor: Unlocking Value in Optimum Organizational Performance"Six compelling 2.5-hour bi-monthly workshops featured world-class presenters:1. Jan. 25: The DEI Factor in Innovation: Leveraging the Creativity of Diverse TeamsPresenter: Rebekah Steele, co-author of INdivisible and Design the Future.Description: Explored how DEI catalyzes innovation by unlocking team creativity through diverse perspectives and inclusive environments, driving forward-thinking solutions.2. March 20: The DEI Factor in Psychological Safety: Creating a Safe Environment for EveryonePresenter: Damon Stoddard, Psychological Safety Coach & Founder of Change YOUniversity.Description: Examined the link between DEI and psychological safety, showing how inclusive cultures boost engagement, collaboration, transparency, retention, and well-being.3. May 16: The DEI Factor in Talent Retention: Building a Culture Where People Want to StayPresenter: Karen Brown, Founding & Managing Director, Bridge Arrow.Description: Focused on DEI practices (like mentoring) that managers and employees can adopt to foster belonging and retention.4. June 27: The DEI Factor in Engagement: Inspiring Growth Mindsets in the Multigenerational WorkforcePresenter: Anna Liotta, Founder of The Generational Institute and author of Unlocking Generational CODES.Description: Addressed engaging a five-generation workforce through DEI strategies that enhance personal growth, productivity, and inclusion.5. Sept. 26: The DEI Factor in Customer Satisfaction: Understand, Empathize and Relate to Every CustomerPresenter: Ana Carolina Trevio, DEI professional with expertise in the Hispanic market.Description: Explored using a DEI lens and growth mindset to understand diverse customer needs, build authentic relationships, and drive satisfaction.6. Nov. 14: The DEI Factor in Talent Pools: Expanding Options for Nontraditional CandidatesPresenter: Byron Slosar, Founder & CEO of hellohive.Description: Highlighted DEI practices to uncover talent from overlooked groups (e.g., neurodivergent, rural, disabled individuals), addressing biases and expanding talent pipelines.Engagement and NetworkingThe NWDLS connected participants from 16 Sponsor/Subscriber companies and organizations from the Seattle Area and Florida, plus individual attendees from 16 additional organizations in Washington State for a total of 32 participating organizations. Virtual sessions expanded geographic reach, facilitating vital DEI practice-sharing and networking.
- Professional Development Sessions* D&I and HR Leaders Group: Members attended NWDLS morning workshops plus six exclusive afternoon meetings with presenters (serving about 50 people), which focused on strategy sharing, challenge-solving, and peer networking.* Strategic Thinking Meetings: Hosted two 3-hour sessions for D&I and HR Leaders Group and other guests: 1. "Diversity Under Attack: How Leaders Can Make a Difference in this Struggle," with co-authors, Jonathan Stutz and Eddie Pate, of the new book, Daily Practices of Inclusive Leaders, and 2. "Comprehensive DEI Survey Tool," with developer, Dr. Joseph Marth, Archbright. The tool allows organizations to assess how they are doing in 4 key DEI areas: Leadership, Culture, HR Policies & Practices, and External Practices. * Sponsor/Subscriber Planning: Held two summer planning meetings to ensure NWDLS topics address emerging workplace issues.MeasurementParticipant knowledge and competency were measured per session using the Kirkpatrick Level II evaluation model (assessing learning objectives pre- and post-training), recognized as an industry standard. The average improvement score over the six workshops (comparing the pre- and post-assessments) was 48.34% (the range 30.00% to 85.92%. Generally, a 25% improvement score from pre- to post-assessment is considered a good score.
- DEI Consulting Services2024 saw decreased consulting revenue reflecting broader industry trends. Despite this, ISDI continued offering leadership development, board development, and organizational transformation services. Future strategy (2025-2026) will explore alternative funding to sustain impact.
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
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 October 13, 2026.
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 November 6, 2026.
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 October 13, 2026.
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 October 13, 2026.
How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.
Recognized by the IRS since February 2018.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
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 November 4, 2026.
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