Mission
Becket is a non-profit, public-interest legal and educational institute that defends religious liberty for all beliefs. Through legal cases, public opinion campaigns, and educational efforts, Becket ensures that the right to religious expression remains a fundamental human right.
Basic Information
Tax-Exempt
Address
1919 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, District of Columbia, 20006
View all Washington charitiesFounded in
1993
EIN
52-1858532
Total Assets
$28.39 million
UN Sustainable Development Goals Supported
This organization contributes to the following United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. See the SDG page for more information.
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At a Glance
Top Becket Victories
A collection of Becket's most impactful legal victories that have advanced religious freedom.
Canterbury Medal Gala
An annual celebration honoring leaders in religious freedom by awarding the Canterbury Medal.
Research Central
Explore the Religious Freedom Index and other critical research on religious liberty.
Impact Stats
8
Supreme Court Cases Won
Unanimous Supreme Court Victory in Fulton v. City of Philadelphia
Protected faith-based foster care agencies from government discrimination.
1
Significant Legal Victories
First Supreme Court Decision for Houses of Worship during COVID-19
Secured a ruling against discriminatory COVID-19 restrictions targeting Jewish synagogues.
92%
Win Rate
92% Win Rate in Lower Courts
Maintained a strong record in legal battles to protect religious liberty.
Upcoming Events
2024 Canterbury Gala
2024-05-01
A gala celebrating 30 years of Becket's defense of religious liberty.
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Overall Score
68
66
/100
Program Expense Ratio
87.10%
18
/20
Program Revenue Growth
2.71%
10
/20
Leverage Ratio
0.3633
10
/20
Working Capital Ratio
1.695
14
/20
Fundraising Efficiency
0.6194
14
/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 | 14M | 81.05% |
| Program Services | 3.399M | 19.68% |
| Investment Income | 255.9K | 1.48% |
| Sales of Non-Inventory Assets | 7.337K | 0.04% |
| Other Notable Sources | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total Revenue | 17.27M | 100.00% |
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