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CENTER FOR AMERICAN CULTURE AND IDEAS
TUCSON, AZ · EIN 475665626 · Form 990 · FY2022 · NTEE A20 · Arts, Culture & Humanities · Small ($100K-$1M) · thecaci.org
revenue
$255K
expenses
$244K
net assets
$158K
employees
0
program ratio
98%
mission · from form 990

CELEBRATES THE AMERICAN INTELLECTUAL AND CULTURAL EXPERIENCES WITH A COMMITMENT TO THE HISTORICAL, AESTHETIC, ECONOMIC, AND PHILOSOPHICAL FOUNDATIONS OF AMERICAN SOCIETY. IT INVESTIGATES THE WAYS IN WHICH THE ARTS AND HUMANITIES ARE FUNDAMENTALLY LINKED TO THE UNIVERSAL VALUES OF LIFE, LIBERTY, AND THE PURSUIT OF HAPPINESS. ITS OVERARCHING MISSION IS TO INSPIRE HEARTS AND MINDS WITH AN EMPHASIS ON HOW BEAUTY AND MEANING PROMOTE THE IDES AT THE CORE OF WESTERN CIVILIZATION.

profile · synthesized from sources

Center for American Culture and Ideas is a think tank focused on exploring the intersection of culture, art, and political thought. It publishes essays and commentary on American ideals, historical figures, and cultural works, aiming to foster reflection on truth, beauty, and goodness in public life. The organization operates through intellectual programming and public discourse, primarily targeting educated general audiences.

named programs · 3 · from sources

what they call their work

30 Good Minutes
Interview series featuring senior fellows and public intellectuals discussing current events, free speech, and political initiatives
Polyhymnia Fellowship
Program that brings in fellows such as Blake Scott Ball to contribute to the organization's intellectual and cultural commentary
Words & Numbers
Discussion series featuring scholars and experts on topics including politics, law, and culture, such as conversations on the weaponization of the Department of Justice
activities · 2 groups

what they do

  • Public Opinion Research & Advocacy Campaigns 4 activities
    • Public engagement through media and discussion platforms
      Engages the public through participation in external media, such as podcasts, where senior fellows discuss issues related to democracy, free speech, and prominent cultural or political figures.
    • Public engagement through media and discussion platforms
      Engages the public through participation in external media, such as podcasts, where senior fellows discuss democratic values, free speech, and prominent political figures. These appearances serve to disseminate ideas and promote dialogue on cultural and political issues.
    • Public engagement through media and discussion platforms
      Facilitates public dialogue on democratic values, free speech, and cultural issues by participating in media appearances and discussions, such as podcast interviews with senior fellows.
    • Public intellectual engagement through media and discussion platforms
      Engages in public discourse by participating in media appearances and discussions on topics related to democracy, free speech, and cultural leadership, featuring senior fellows and thought leaders.
  • Policy Research & Legislative Advocacy 4 activities
    • Publication of research articles and reviews on culture, politics, and ideas
      Produces and publishes original research in the form of articles and book reviews exploring themes such as political rhetoric, art, free speech, and foundational political questions. Authors include senior fellows and external contributors, with publications appearing in outlets like the Boston Herald and the organization's own platform.
    • Publication of research articles and reviews on culture, politics, and ideas
      Produces and publishes scholarly and analytical articles, essays, and book reviews on topics including political rhetoric, art, free speech, and foundational cultural questions by fellows and external contributors.
    • Publication of research articles and reviews on culture, politics, and ideas
      Produces and publishes scholarly and analytical articles, essays, and book reviews exploring themes in American culture, political discourse, art, and fundamental human values. Authors include senior fellows and external contributors, with publications appearing in the organization's own outlets and external media such as the Boston Herald.
    • Publication of research articles and reviews on culture, politics, and ideas
      Produces and publishes scholarly and analytical articles, essays, and book reviews exploring themes in American culture, political discourse, art, and fundamental human values. Authors include senior fellows and external contributors, with publications appearing in outlets such as the Boston Herald and the organization's own platform.
financials · form 990 · fy2022
revenue
Total revenue$255K
Contributions & grants$255K100%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$450%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$244K
Program expenses98%
Admin / overhead2%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$25K
Grants paid out$28K
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$158K
Cash$158K
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$158K
Liquid reserves7.8 mo
1 years on record · 2022–2022
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2022

who runs it

paid leadership · 4
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
ROBERT EDWARD GORDON CEO 20 $41K
DANIEL ASIA EXCECUTIVE DIRECTOR 20 $25K
JAMES R HARRIGAN BOARD MEMBER 1 $23K
ZACHARY BRAMBLE CFO 5 $3K
board members · 2
  • HARVEY MOTULSKY — BOARD MEMBER
  • MICHAEL DICHRISTOFANO — BOARD MEMBER
relationships · 2

who they work with

  • Blake Scott Ball Partner — Became a fellow at Polyhymnia.
  • Cato Institute Partner — Collaborates with the Cato Institute through joint discussions on public policy topics such as the weaponization of the Department of Justice.