irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2020
what they reported doing
Program narrative the organization filed with the IRS. Ordered by program spending.
- #1 primary $325KThe organization was active at the legislature on tax reform, transportation policy and regulatory reform. The organization was also very active in opposing special interest giveaways and corporate welfare. While the legislative session was cut short due to the Covid-19 Pandemic, the organization was successful in stopping several tax increases and costly subsidies for the film industry. The organization also supported efforts to promote intellectual diversity and free market thought at our State Universities. Following the Covid-19 shutdown, the organization was active in passing a streamlined budget and working toward protecting small businesses affected by the stay-at-home orders.
- #2 $165KThe organization hosted several events and lunches to educate supporters of the organization and the public. Many of the Organizations events were hosted virtually due to the pandemic. The organization also conducted research, wrote several articles and op-eds, and was active in opposing pandemic related business restrictions.
named programs · 7 · from sources
what they call their work
AZFEC Presenter Program
Provides representatives to speak at local events and organizations on topics related to the organization's mission.
Defeating Bad Ideas
Opposes initiatives such as funding for CRT training programs, the Arizona Green New Deal, universal basic income programs, and corporate welfare subsidies.
Election Integrity
Authors and passes legislation for comprehensive voter roll maintenance, requiring proof of citizenship for voting, and establishing universal voter ID requirements.
Free Speech & Intellectual Diversity
Engages in litigation to protect free speech, secures funding for conservative centers at universities, and passes initiatives to prohibit taxpayer money for political parties.
Grassroots
Mobilizes civic engagement and educates Arizonans across the state on policy issues.
Taking on The Left
Works to eliminate tenure in K-12 education, repeal income tax hikes, and challenge policies in court that are deemed detrimental to free enterprise.
Tax Cuts & Fiscal Policy
Advocates for policies such as eliminating job training taxes, slashing capital gains tax rates, creating a flat income tax rate, and securing personal income tax cuts.
activities · 4 clusters
what they do
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Electric Vehicle & Renewable Energy Research and Advocacy 2 activities
- Policy Research and AnalysisConducts and releases research reports and cost analyses on various policy issues, such as the cost of energy plans, electric vehicle subsidies, and the performance of housing tax credit programs.
- Policy Research and AnalysisConducts and releases research reports and cost-benefit analyses on various policy issues, including energy plans, electric vehicle subsidies, and housing tax credit programs, to inform public discourse and policy decisions.
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Ballot Measure & Legislative Opposition Campaigns 2 activities
- Public Policy Advocacy and OppositionPublicly advocates for or against specific legislative proposals and policies in Arizona, such as opposing bond proposals, critiquing government agencies, and opposing various tax credit programs and spending bills.
- Public Policy Advocacy and OppositionPublicly advocates for or against specific legislative proposals and government actions in Arizona, including critiquing government agencies, opposing tax credit programs, and calling for accountability from public institutions.
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Political Action Committee (PAC) Operations 1 activity
- Candidate Endorsement and SupportSupports political candidates through endorsements and financial contributions, aiming to elect individuals who align with free market principles. This includes supporting candidates for state legislature and school boards, and providing more financial support than any other PAC in Arizona in recent elections.
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Uncategorized 5 activities
- Candidate Endorsement and SupportSupports political candidates through endorsements and financial contributions, aiming to elect individuals who align with free market principles. This includes supporting candidates for state legislative and school board positions.
- Lobbying and Litigation for Policy ChangeEngages in lobbying and litigation efforts to achieve policy victories in Arizona, focusing on areas such as income tax cuts, election security, school choice, property rights, medical freedoms, and free speech. This includes authoring and passing legislation, supporting ballot initiatives, and winning court cases to shape state policy.
- Lobbying and Litigation for Policy ChangeEngages in lobbying and litigation efforts to achieve policy victories in Arizona, focusing on areas such as income tax cuts, election security, school choice, property rights, medical freedoms, and free speech. This includes authoring and passing legislation, supporting ballot initiatives, and winning court cases to shape state policy.
- Member Engagement and EducationOffers a free membership program that provides weekly updates on Capitol activities, tools to contact lawmakers, invitations to speaker events and movie screenings, and access to educational courses. Higher membership levels include additional benefits like summit tickets and exclusive briefings.
- Member Engagement and EducationProvides free membership benefits that include weekly updates on legislative activities, tools for contacting lawmakers, invitations to speaker events and movie screenings, and access to educational courses. Higher membership levels offer additional benefits like exclusive luncheons and event tickets.
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financials · form 990 · fy2020
the money
revenue
Total revenue$1.53M
Contributions & grants$1.53M100%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$150%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$1.60M
Program expenses56%
Admin / overhead43%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$357K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$165K
Cash$165K
Investments$0
Liabilities$7K
Net assets$158K
Liquid reserves1.2 mo
1 years on record · 2020–2020
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2020
who runs it
paid leadership · 2
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| SCOT MUSSI | President | 40 | $223K |
| AIMEE YENTES | Vice President | 40 | $106K |
relationships · 12
who they work with
- AZ Freedom Foundation Partner — Shared board membership, indicating organizational collaboration or alignment.
- AZ Liberty Network Partner — Co-released a cost analysis of the APS Net Zero resource plan.
- AZ Liberty Network Partner — Shared leadership and operational alignment, with staff serving in leadership roles at both organizations.
- Arizona State University Partner — Criticizes ASU for alleged collusion in the 2022 gubernatorial election.
- Arizona State University Partner — Secured funding for the conservative Freedom Centers at the university.
- Cato Institute Partner — Dr. Jeffrey Singer, a Senior Fellow with the Cato Institute, researches and opines on current situations in the country and state.
- Congressman Andy Biggs Partner — Supports the Club's work in protecting taxpayers and taking on special interests.
- Freedom Club PAC Network — ARIZONA FREE ENTERPRISE CLUB operates or is directly affiliated with Freedom Club PAC as its conservative political action committee in Arizona.
- PBS Partner — Criticizes PBS for alleged collusion with ASU in the 2022 gubernatorial election.
- Scot Mussi Government — President of Arizona Free Enterprise Club who leads exclusive member briefings.
- The Buckeye Institute Partner — Collaborated with the Economic Research Center at The Buckeye Institute to release a cost-benefit analysis of electric vehicle subsidies in Arizona.
- University of Arizona Partner — Secured funding for the conservative Freedom Centers at the university.