Mission
Founded in 1989 by Bryan Stevenson, the Equal Justice Initiative is a private, nonprofit organization that provides legal representation to individuals who have been illegally convicted, unfairly sentenced, or abused in state jails and prisons. EJI focuses on challenging the death penalty, excessive punishment, and prison conditions, while advocating for racial justice and combating poverty through educational initiatives and community engagement.
Basic Information
Tax-Exempt
Founded in
1994
EIN
63-1135091
Total Assets
$400.5 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
Legacy Museum: From Enslavement to Mass Incarceration
Explore the history of racial inequality at the Legacy Museum, dedicated to educating visitors on America's history of racial injustice.
National Memorial for Peace and Justice
A sacred space to remember the over 4,500 documented racial terror lynchings in the United States.
Community Engagement and Education
EJI conducts numerous community forums and educational programs to address ongoing issues of racial injustice.
Impact Stats
80+
Historical Markers Installed
Community Remembrance Project
Support for local communities to memorialize victims of racial violence and educate about racial injustice.
700
Soil Collections Conducted
Soil Collection Project
Facilitated communities to collect soil from lynching sites to honor victims of racial violence.
900+
Essay Submissions
Racial Justice Essay Contest
Engaged high school students in reflecting on historical events and their impacts on current issues.
Our Programs
Community Remembrance Project
EJI's initiative to memorialize victims of racial violence and educate communities about the history of racial injustice.
Learn MoreImpact Reports
MIP Score (Beta)
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Overall Score
76
80
/100
Program Expense Ratio
95.03%
20
/20
Program Revenue Growth
16.89%
18
/20
Leverage Ratio
0.007728
20
/20
Working Capital Ratio
14
20
/20
Fundraising Efficiency
0
2
/20
Latest Filing Data: Form 990
Fiscal Year:2021
Source:Source: Self-reported by organization
Financial Details
Revenue
| Category | Amount | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Contributions, Gifts, and Grants | 106.7M | 95.07% |
| Program Services | 3.264M | 2.91% |
| Investment Income | 4.216M | 3.76% |
| Sales of Non-Inventory Assets | -2.043M | -1.82% |
| Other Notable Sources | 94.17K | 0.08% |
| Total Revenue | 112.3M | 100.00% |
