Mission
Advancing Real Change, Inc. envisions a world where causing one another irreversible harm is an anomaly rather than a daily occurrence. Our organization seeks to unearth the true histories of individuals accused of crimes, sharing their stories with decision-makers to foster empathy and understanding, ultimately transforming the criminal legal system into one that delivers true justice.
Basic Information
Founded in
2014
EIN
35-2518417
Total Assets
$921 thousand
UN Sustainable Development Goals Supported
This organization contributes to the following United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. See the SDG page for more information.
At a Glance

Transforming Lives
Our direct services help clients facing extreme sentences to avoid excessive penalties.

Building Community
We facilitate training and workshops to empower defense teams nationwide.

Coalition Building
We work with advocates and defenders to promote empathy and human dignity within the legal system.
Impact Stats
Percentage of clients with improved outcomes
Client Sentencing Impact
The majority of our clients receive more humane sentences.
Number of trained defense members
Training Access
Criminal defense team members have gained access to our training and resources.
Percentage of cases in high-needs jurisdictions
High-Needs Jurisdiction Focus
Many cases have been in areas with high legal needs over last 5 years.
Upcoming Events
Eat, Drink & Do Justice
December 10, 2023
Join ARC staff, friends, and partners for drinks and light hors d'oeuvres while learning more about our work.
Learn MoreLunch and Learn: Conducting Community Research and Connecting It To Clients
December 17, 2023
A session focusing on research strategies relevant for client advocacy.
Learn MoreAsk a Mitigation Specialist – December 18th
December 18, 2023
A resource program allowing defenders to meet privately with mitigation specialists.
Learn MoreOur Programs
Direct Mitigation Services
We provide mitigation specialists as part of defense teams for individuals facing severe sentences.
Training and Education
We offer extensive training programs to equip defenders with essential skills.
Learn MoreCoalition Building
We work to build a community focused on promoting mitigation and reform in the criminal system.
MIP Score (Beta)
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Overall Score
65
54
/100
Program Expense Ratio
74.82%
10
/20
Program Revenue Growth
12.74%
18
/20
Leverage Ratio
0.1628
16
/20
Working Capital Ratio
0.7059
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 | 356.7K | 32.68% |
Program Services | 730.3K | 66.90% |
Investment Income | 974 | 0.09% |
Sales of Non-Inventory Assets | 0 | 0.00% |
Other Notable Sources | 3.612K | 0.33% |
Total Revenue | 1.092M | 100.00% |