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NORTH AMERICAN QUITLINE CONSORTIUM
PHOENIX, AZ · EIN 270142713 · Form 990 · FY2022 · NTEE F52 · Mental Health & Crisis Intervention · Small ($100K-$1M) · www.naquitline.org
revenue
$534K
expenses
$516K
net assets
$36K
employees
3
volunteers
69
program ratio
74%
mission · from form 990

TO PROMOTE EFFECTIVE TOBACCO CESSATION SERVICES SUCH AS QUITLINES FOR SMOKERS WHO WANT TO QUIT; MAXIMIZE THE ACCESS AND EFFECTIVENESS OF QUITLINES; PROVIDE LEADERSHIP TO PROMOTE QUITLINES; OFFER A FORUM TO THOSE INTERESTED IN QUITLINES.

profile · synthesized from sources

The North American Quitline Consortium is an organization focused on enhancing tobacco cessation services through quitlines across North America. It provides resources, guidance, and best practices to support quitline programs in their efforts to help tobacco users quit. The consortium serves various populations, including priority groups, and aims to improve the effectiveness of quitline services.

named programs · 3 · from sources

what they call their work

Project CONNECT
An implementation guide for quitlines to enhance service delivery and integration with healthcare systems.
Quality Improvement Initiative
Provides guidance and resources to improve the quality of quitline services across North America.
Quitline Services for Pregnant and Postpartum Women
Reviews current service offerings and strategies to engage and retain pregnant callers in quitline programs.
activities · 2 groups

what they do

  • Quitline Research and Technical Support 14 activities
    • Conduct Research and Evaluation
      Oversees and manages evaluation and research program activities, including Learning Communities, an annual survey of quitlines, and the Minimal Data Set. This includes conducting foundational and ongoing research projects to advance the science base and understanding of factors impacting quitline effectiveness, producing guides and issue papers, and conducting comprehensive literature reviews.
    • Conducting Research and Evaluation on Quitline Effectiveness
      The organization oversees and manages evaluation and research programs, including an annual survey of quitlines, the Minimal Data Set, and foundational research projects to advance the science base and understanding of factors impacting quitline effectiveness. This includes conducting environmental scans, assessing best practice adoption, and evaluating specific quitline programs.
    • Conducting Research and Evaluation on Quitline Effectiveness
      The organization oversees and manages evaluation and research program activities, including an annual survey of quitlines and the Minimal Data Set, to advance the science base and understanding of factors impacting quitline effectiveness. This includes conducting environmental scans, assessing best practice adoption, and publishing reports on evolving quitline practices, technology-mediated services, and vaping cessation.
    • Conducting Research and Evaluation on Quitline Effectiveness
      The organization oversees and manages evaluation and research programs, including an annual survey of quitlines and the Minimal Data Set, to advance the science base and understanding of factors impacting quitline effectiveness. This includes conducting environmental scans, assessing best practice adoption, and evaluating specific quitline programs.
    • Evaluate Quitline Effectiveness
      Evaluated nearly 4,000 participants of the Alaska Tobacco Quit Line from August 2021 to September 2023, finding that 37% of enrolled participants were able to quit using tobacco.
    • Evaluating Specific Quitline Programs
      The organization evaluates specific quitline programs, such as the Alaska Tobacco Quit Line, to assess participant outcomes, including the percentage of enrolled participants who successfully quit using tobacco.
    • Maintaining a Quitline Information Hub
      The organization publishes a monthly e-newsletter to provide information on tobacco control, research, and events. It also maintains a Quitline Map to provide contact information and services offered by local quitlines.
    • Maintaining a Quitline Information Hub
      The organization maintains a Quitline Map to provide contact information and services offered by local quitlines. It also publishes a monthly e-newsletter called "Connections" to disseminate information on tobacco control, research, and events to its members and partners.
    • Maintaining a Quitline Information Hub
      The organization maintains a Quitline Map to provide contact information and services offered by local quitlines and publishes a monthly e-newsletter called "Connections" to disseminate information on tobacco control, research, and events to its members and partners.
    • Provide Technical Assistance and Capacity Building
      Hosts an annual virtual meeting for quitline professionals and partners to connect, learn, and collaborate, offering continuing education contact hours and sponsored roundtables. The organization also provides technical assistance to quitlines to help them adopt priority practices and fosters a community of practice among stakeholders.
    • Providing Capacity Building and Technical Assistance for Quitlines
      The organization hosts an annual virtual meeting and offers sponsored and networking roundtables to facilitate peer-to-peer learning and collaboration among quitline professionals. It also provides technical assistance to help quitlines adopt priority practices and offers continuing education contact hours for tobacco treatment providers.
    • Providing Capacity Building and Technical Assistance for Quitlines
      The organization hosts an annual virtual meeting for quitline professionals and partners, offers continuing education, and facilitates peer-to-peer learning through roundtables. It also provides technical assistance to help quitlines adopt priority practices and develops best practices for commercial tobacco cessation support.
    • Providing Technical Assistance and Capacity Building for Quitlines
      The organization offers technical assistance to quitlines to help them adopt priority practices, hosts an annual virtual meeting for professionals to connect and learn, and facilitates peer-to-peer learning through sponsored and networking roundtables. It also provides continuing education contact hours for tobacco treatment providers.
    • Publish Information and Resources
      Publishes a monthly e-newsletter called "Connections" to provide information on tobacco control, research, and events to its members and partners. It also maintains a Quitline Map to provide contact information and services offered by local quitlines.
  • Culturally Grounded Community Wellness Initiatives 2 activities
    • Engage with Alaska Native Communities
      Implemented the Talking Circles Project to gather feedback from Alaska Native communities and Tribal health experts regarding quitline services.
    • Engaging with Indigenous Communities for Health Initiatives
      The organization implements projects like the Talking Circles Project to gather feedback from Alaska Native communities and Tribal health experts, informing culturally appropriate health initiatives.
financials · form 990 · fy2022
revenue
Total revenue$534K
Contributions & grants$534K100%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$516K
Program expenses74%
Admin / overhead25%
Fundraising1%
Salaries & benefits$308K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$125K
Cash$56K
Investments$0
Liabilities$88K
Net assets$36K
Liquid reserves1.3 mo
2 years on record · 2020–2022 · YoY revenue +22.2%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2022

who runs it

paid leadership · 1
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
LINDA A BAILEY FORMER PRESI 40 $204K
board members · 10
  • CATHERINE SAUCEDO — EXEC COMMITT
  • CORINNE GRAFFUNDER — DIRECTOR
  • DAVID WETTER — DIRECTOR
  • DELMONTE JEFFERSON — SECRETARY
  • KATY WYNNE — DIRECTOR
  • MICHELLE LYNCH — PRESIDENT AN
  • MIRANDA SPITZNAGLE — VICE-CHAIR
  • PAULA CELESTINO — CHAIR
  • ROBERT MCCAFFREE — TREASURER
  • THOMAS YLIOJA — DIRECTOR
relationships · 30

who they work with

  • Alberta Health Services Partner — A representative from Alberta Health Services serves on NAQC's Advisory Council.
  • American Cancer Society Funder — Funded planning processes for NAQC.
  • American Legacy Foundation Partner — NAQC launched full-scale activities as a special program within this organization.
  • American Lung Association Partner — Sponsors a roundtable discussion on driving reach and referrals for state quitlines.
  • American Lung Association National Headquarters Partner — A representative from the American Lung Association National Headquarters serves on NAQC's Advisory Council.
  • Center for Tobacco Cessation Partner — Undertook planning processes to develop a minimal data set for evaluating quitlines and to establish the mission and structure for NAQC.
  • Colorado Department of Public Health’s (CDPHE) State Tobacco Education and Prevention Program (STEPP) Partner — A representative from the Colorado Department of Public Health’s (CDPHE) State Tobacco Education and Prevention Program (STEPP) serves on NAQC's Advisory Council.
  • Council for Tobacco Treatment Training Programs Partner — Approves the continuing education contact hours awarded at the NAQC Annual Meeting.
  • Health Canada Funder — Funded planning processes for NAQC.
  • Health Canada Government — A representative from Health Canada serves as a liaison to NAQC's Advisory Council.
  • Healthcare Providers Partner — Collaborates with healthcare providers to enhance quitline referral systems.
  • Indiana Tobacco Prevention and Cessation Partner — A representative from Indiana Tobacco Prevention and Cessation serves on NAQC's Advisory Council.
  • Kick It California Partner — A representative from Kick It California (formerly California Smokers' Helpline) serves on NAQC's Advisory Council.
  • Michigan Department of Health and Human Services Partner — A representative from the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services serves on NAQC's Advisory Council.
  • National Jewish Health Partner — A representative from National Jewish Health serves on NAQC's Advisory Council.
  • National Jewish Health Partner — Sponsors a roundtable discussion on evolving strategies for addressing nicotine pouches.
  • Ohio Department of Health Partner — A representative from the Ohio Department of Health serves on NAQC's Advisory Council.
  • Oklahoma Tobacco Helpline Partner — A representative from the Oklahoma Tobacco Helpline serves on NAQC's Advisory Council.
  • Professional Data Analysts Partner — A representative from Professional Data Analysts serves on NAQC's Advisory Council.
  • RVO Health Partner — A representative from RVO Health serves on NAQC's Advisory Council.
  • RVO Health Partner — Sponsors a roundtable discussion on increasing ROI for quitlines.
  • Rescue Agency Partner — Sponsors a roundtable discussion on turning insights into enrollments for cessation programs.
  • Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Funder — Funded planning processes for NAQC.
  • State Quitlines Partner — Works with state quitlines to implement best practices and improve cessation outcomes.
  • The Center for Black Health & Equity Partner — A representative from The Center for Black Health & Equity serves on NAQC's Advisory Council.
  • Tribal health leaders Partner — Partnered with Tribal health leaders to develop culturally relevant evaluation methods for the Alaska Tobacco Quit Line.
  • Truth Initiative Partner — A representative from Truth Initiative serves on NAQC's Advisory Council.
  • University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus Partner — A representative from the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus serves on NAQC's Advisory Council.
  • University of Utah Partner — A representative from the University of Utah serves on NAQC's Advisory Council.
  • eBallot Partner — Uses eBallot, an online voting platform, for Board elections.