Mission
Access Now combines direct technical support, strategic advocacy, grassroots grantmaking, and convenings such as RightsCon to fight for human rights in the digital age.
Basic Information
Tax-Exempt
Founded in
2009
EIN
27-0597430
Total Assets
$12.1 million
UN Sustainable Development Goals Supported
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At a Glance
RightsCon
The world’s leading summit on human rights in the digital age.
Digital Security Helpline
24/7 assistance for human rights defenders at risk in every region.
Grants Program
Supporting grassroots and frontline organizations fighting for digital rights.
Impact Stats
10,000
Number of Cases Assisted
Support to Activists
Provided 24/7 digital security assistance to at-risk human rights defenders.
$6.1 million
Total Funding Amount
Successful Grant Program
Granted a total of $6.1 million to support grassroots organizations worldwide.
9,329
Number of Participants
RightsCon Summit Series
Host a major summit on digital rights that attracts thousands of participants.
Past Events
RightsCon 2024
2024-05-02
RightsCon Summit 2024, focusing on digital rights issues globally.
Digital Safety Workshop
2024-09-04
Digital Safety tips for activists in the MENA region.
Upcoming Events
Prolonged shutdowns in Ethiopia
2024-10-29
Analysis of the silenced voices in the Amhara Region.
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Our Programs
Digital Security Helpline
Real-time, direct technical assistance for human rights defenders at risk.
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Volunteer Opportunities
Testimonials
"Access Now has been a crucial partner in ensuring my digital safety during challenging times."
Anna Smith
Journalist
MIP Score (Beta)
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Overall Score
62
38
/100
Program Expense Ratio
76.09%
10
/20
Program Revenue Growth
0.00%
2
/20
Leverage Ratio
0.1705
16
/20
Working Capital Ratio
0.7906
8
/20
Fundraising Efficiency
0
2
/20
Latest Filing Data: Form 990
Fiscal Year:2022
Source:Source: Self-reported by organization
Financial Details
Revenue
| Category | Amount | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Contributions, Gifts, and Grants | 14.79M | 99.86% |
| Program Services | 0 | 0.00% |
| Investment Income | 22.03K | 0.15% |
| Sales of Non-Inventory Assets | 0 | 0.00% |
| Other Notable Sources | -855 | -0.01% |
| Total Revenue | 14.81M | 100.00% |