Alliance for Youth Organizing
Alliance for Youth Organizing is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization headquartered in Washington, DC. Founded in 2013 and granted tax-exempt status in July 2014, the organization operates as a federated network of 21 Affiliates across 19 states. The organization powers a movement of young people by young people to create an equitable and just democracy through youth civic engagement and organizing.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$8.7M
-57.8% YoY
Annual Giving
$16.1M
+336.4% YoY
Grant Count
60
+81.8% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$268K
+140.0% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
Mission: The Alliance for Youth Organizing supports and scales the work of local organizations, building a movement of young people, by young people, and for all people. The organization envisions a new era of locally-led democracy with inclusive processes and equitable outcomes, where young people engage in democracy as voters, organizers, and leaders.
Primary Focus Areas:
Capacity Building: Provides ongoing training and coaching to strengthen the operational, financial, programmatic, data, communications, and development capacity of network organizations. The Alliance provides deep capacity building support for 13 affiliates and lighter support to an additional 6 Youth Organizing partner organizations.
Ecosystem Leadership: Seeds new organizations to expand the youth civic engagement field.
Funding Intermediary: Resources youth-led groups nationwide through fiscal sponsorship and direct funding.
Civic Engagement: Develops and implements local, integrated civic engagement programs that train and develop new leaders, register and mobilize young voters, and educate young people on key issues in their communities.
Fiscal Sponsorship: Provides 501(c)(3) fiscal sponsorship for three state-based projects based in Florida, Texas, and Wisconsin.
Grantmaking
The Alliance for Youth Organizing functions as a funding intermediary, resourcing youth-led groups nationwide. The organization provides capacity building support and fiscal sponsorship to network organizations and youth-led groups. Specific grant sizes and detailed application processes are not documented in available sources.
Grant Range
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The Alliance for Youth Organizing operates a federated network across 19 states with 21 Affiliate organizations. The organization provides fiscal sponsorship for state-based projects in Florida, Texas, and Wisconsin. Network organizations operate locally while coordinating nationally to amplify collective impact.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of December 2023:
- Total Revenue: $20,164,183
- Total Expenses: $13,203,136
- Total Assets: $20,604,965
- Total Liabilities: $1,630,000
- Number of Employees: 25
Financial Performance: The organization maintains a 97% rating from independent evaluators, earning a Four-Star designation based on accountability and financial metrics.
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $8,701,110 | $20,604,965 | $14,523,053 |
| Revenue | $15,349,943 | $20,164,183 | $13,718,000 |
| Expenses | $25,562,011 | $13,203,136 | $13,038,407 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $55,416 | $2,596 | $2,282 |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
157 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Leaders Igniting Transformation Education Fund ($3,088,553), Engage Florida Civic Fund ($2,186,448), Move Texas Civic Fund ($1,309,701).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| LEADERS IGNITING TRANSFORMATION EDUCATION FUND MILWAUKEE, WI | CAPACITY BUILDING, CIVIC ENGAGEMENT | $3,088,553 |
| ENGAGE FLORIDA CIVIC FUND MIAMI, FL | CAPACITY BUILDING | $2,186,448 |
| MOVE TEXAS CIVIC FUND SAN ANTONIO, TX | CAPACITY BUILDING, CIVIC ENGAGEMENT, ISSUE CAMPAIGNS | $1,309,701 |
| FORWARD MONTANA FOUNDATION (C3) MISSOULA, MT | CIVIC ENGAGEMENT | $682,500 |
| PODER IN ACTION PHOENIX, AZ | CAPACITY BUILDING, CIVIC ENGAGEMENT | $633,490 |
| NORTH CAROLINA ASIAN AMERICANS TOGETHER RALEIGH, NC | CIVIC ENGAGEMENT | $532,500 |
| TIDES CENTER SAN FRANCISCO, CA | CAPACITY BUILDING, CIVIC ENGAGEMENT | $516,367 |
| OHIO ORGANIZING COLLABORATIVE YOUNGSTOWN, OH | CIVIC ENGAGEMENT | $500,000 |
| CENTER FOR VOTER INFORMATION WASHINGTON, DC | CIVIC ENGAGEMENT | $478,512 |
| NEW ERA COLORADO FOUNDATION DENVER, CO | CIVIC ENGAGEMENT | $357,500 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
- Executive Director/President: Dakota Hall
- Leadership Team Member: Sidney Porter
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| WHITNEY PORTER | CHAIR | 2 | — |
| MOLLIE RUSKIN | VICE CHAIR | 2 | — |
| AMY FAURLING | SECRETARY | 2 | — |
| CATHY LERZA | TREASURER | 2 | — |
| HERNAN CARVENTE-MARTINEZ | BOARD MEMBER | 2 | — |
| VAUGHN FRISBY | BOARD MEMBER | 2 | — |
| TATENDA MUSAPATIKE | BOARD MEMBER | 2 | — |
| ALEXIS ANDERSON REED | BOARD MEMBER | 2 | — |
| GISEL ROMERO | BOARD MEMBER | 2 | — |
| LIBA RUBENSTEIN | BOARD MEMBER | 2 | — |
| DAKOTA HALL | PRESIDENT & EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 30 | $170,657 |
| AMIT MISTRY | CHIEF IMPACT OFFICER | 19 | $169,176 |
| WILLIAM KOONTZ | CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER | 37 | $156,430 |
| ROBYN E SWIRLING | CHIEF OF STAFF | 25 | $141,445 |
| RUELYN GARRETT | VP OF CAPACITY BUILDING | 29 | $126,118 |
| MARISA A SLIFKA | SR. DIRECTOR OF PEOPLE & CULTURE | 30 | $109,655 |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
The Alliance for Youth Organizing has been recognized as a recipient of grant funding from major foundations supporting youth organizing and civic engagement work. The organization continues to expand its network and capacity-building efforts across its 21 Affiliate organizations, training and supporting young leaders to participate in democracy and advocate for equitable policies at local and state levels.
Ten NYC youth-led organizations selected for inaugural youth organizing andSubject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Alliance for Youth Organizing fund?
**Mission:** The Alliance for Youth Organizing supports and scales the work of local organizations, building a movement of young people, by young people, and for all people. The organization envisions a new era of locally-led democracy with inclusive processes and equitable outcomes, where young people engage in democracy as voters, organizers, and leaders. **Primary Focus Areas:** • **Capacity Building:** Provides ongoing training and coaching to strengthen the operational, financial, programm…
How do I apply for a grant from Alliance for Youth Organizing?
The Alliance for Youth Organizing functions as a funding intermediary, resourcing youth-led groups nationwide. The organization provides capacity building support and fiscal sponsorship to network organizations and youth-led groups. Specific grant sizes and detailed application processes are not documented in available sources.
Where does Alliance for Youth Organizing make grants?
The Alliance for Youth Organizing operates a federated network across 19 states with 21 Affiliate organizations. The organization provides fiscal sponsorship for state-based projects in Florida, Texas, and Wisconsin. Network organizations operate locally while coordinating nationally to amplify collective impact.
What size grants does Alliance for Youth Organizing award?
In 2024, Alliance for Youth Organizing awarded 60 grants totaling $16.1M — an average of about $268K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Alliance for Youth Organizing's EIN?
Alliance for Youth Organizing's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 46-2465621. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2018–2024.
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Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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