Mission
Race Forward is a nonprofit organization dedicated to dismantling structural racism and advancing racial equity through community power-building and institutional transformation. Founded in 1981, the organization works across communities, governments, and sectors to address systemic racial inequities, particularly through impactful initiatives like the Government Alliance on Race and Equity (GARE) and the biennial Facing Race conference, the largest multiracial gathering in the U.S. for racial justice.
Basic Information
Founded in
1981
EIN
94-2759879
Total Assets
$34.92 million
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
Cultural Week of Action
The Cultural Week of Action is a significant program that features fourteen local organizations from Alaska to Alabama, providing thought-provoking activities to advance a multiracial democracy. This initiative runs from September 27 to October 5, 2024.
Housing, Land, Justice Fellows
Race Forward introduces nine artists participating in the 2024 Housing, Land, and Justice Artist Fellowship. These artists work on projects that focus on social justice and community empowerment related to housing and land issues.
Denounces Campus Violence
Race Forward issued a statement condemning the violence against peaceful protestors on college campuses in relation to the conflict in Gaza, emphasizing the need for a permanent cease-fire and the protection of First Amendment rights.
Impact Stats
AP Style Guide Change
Drop the I-Word Campaign
The Drop the I-Word campaign successfully challenged the usage of the term 'illegal immigrant' in mainstream and governmental discourse, leading to the Associated Press removing the term from its style guide in April 2013.
jurisdictions
GARE Network Expansion
The Government Alliance on Race and Equity (GARE) expanded to over 400 local and regional government jurisdictions, supporting the integration of racial equity policies and practices across various sectors to improve opportunities for all.
attendees
Facing Race Conference
The biennial Facing Race Conference brings together over 4,000 attendees, creating a space for organizers, activists, and leaders to share ideas and strategize for racial justice. It is the largest multiracial gathering of its kind in the U.S.
Past Events
Mass Freedom Launch
09/13/2017
Race Forward launches the Mass Freedom project which focuses on elevating voices of those impacted by mass criminalization through talks, Colorlines reporting, and various resources.
Race Forward and CSI Merge
06/28/2017
Race Forward and the Center for Social Inclusion formally merged to unify efforts in advancing racial equity and supporting communities impacted by structural racism.
Launch of #BannedWords Campaign
11/07/2020
Race Forward issues a statement in response to increased attacks on Critical Race Theory, introducing a campaign to provide supportive tools for racial equity education.
Impact Reports
MIP Score (Beta)
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Overall Score
72
62
/100
Program Expense Ratio
80.07%
12
/20
Program Revenue Growth
22.20%
18
/20
Leverage Ratio
0.1345
18
/20
Working Capital Ratio
1.208
12
/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 | 11.85M | 72.10% |
| Program Services | 4.091M | 24.89% |
| Investment Income | 348.8K | 2.12% |
| Sales of Non-Inventory Assets | 8.15K | 0.05% |
| Other Notable Sources | 128.2K | 0.78% |
| Total Revenue | 16.44M | 100.00% |
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