People United for Privacy Foundation
People United for Privacy Foundation (PUFPF) is a 501(c)(3) nonpartisan educational organization founded in 2017 that works to defend the rights of all americans - regardless of their beliefs - to come together in support of their shared values.
People United for Privacy Foundation at a glance
In short: People United for Privacy Foundation gave $75K across 4 grants in 2024 (avg $19K), top state Florida. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $75,000
- -16.7% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 4
- +33.3% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $18,750
- -37.5% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $20,000
- Total assets
- $969,912
- -9.9% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Florida (27% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated September 2026.
Who People United for Privacy Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 4 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was James Madison Institute ($20K). Together the top 4 received $75K.
Grant Size Distribution
12 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 12 grants of 12 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 4 itemized grants.
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $45K (2020) to $90K (2023). In 2024 it made 4 grants totaling $75K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| James Madison Institute Tallahassee, FL | General Operation Support | $20,000 |
| Tholos Foundation Washington, DC | General Operation Support | $20,000 |
| John Locke Foundation Raleigh, NC | General Operation Support | $20,000 |
| Idaho Freedom Foundation Boise, ID | General Operation Support | $15,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $969,912 | $2,280,424 | $2,335,345 | $75,000 | 4 |
| 2023 | $1,076,723 | $2,397,453 | $2,416,868 | $90,000 | 3 |
| 2022 | $1,025,406 | $2,307,880 | $1,985,949 | $75,000 | 3 |
| 2021 | $737,831 | $1,793,254 | $1,183,306 | — | — |
| 2020 | $192,431 | $509,380 | $794,013 | $45,000 | 2 |
About People United for Privacy Foundation
Based on IRS filings
People United for Privacy Foundation is a public charity focused on Social Science, based in Washington, DC. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $970K in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 4 grants totaling $75K.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
People United for Privacy Foundation is led by Heather Lauer, Chief Executive Officer since 2022 (on filings since 2021); 7 of 12 officers listed in 2024 are compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Heather Lauer
Chief Executive Officer
Executive Director → Chief Executive Officer, 2022
On filings since 2021
38 hrs/week
$149K (2021) → $294K (2024)
Shayne Madsen
President
Director → President, 2021
On filings since 2020
0.1 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Brian Hawkins
Senior Director of External Affairs
Secretary & Treasurer → External Affairs, 2023
External Affairs → Senior Director of External Affairs, 2024
On filings since 2020
38 hrs/week
$153K (2023) → $152K (2024)
Dustin Hurst
Senior Director of Development
On filings since 2023
40 hrs/week
$141K (2023) → $144K (2024)
Lucas Wachob
Senior Director of Communications
Senior Director of Communications & Policy → Senior Director of Communications, 2024
On filings since 2023
38 hrs/week
$125K (2023) → $130K (2024)
Misty Wickizer-Jernigan
Senior Director of Operati
Senior Director of Operations → Senior Director of Operati, 2024
On filings since 2023
40 hrs/week
$138K (2023) → $144K (2024)
Alexander Baiocco
Director of Government Affairs
New on the 2024 filing
40 hrs/week
$107K (2024)
Starlee Coleman
Board Director
Director → Board Director, 2024
On filings since 2020
0.1 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Daniel Erspamer
Board Director
Director → Board Director, 2024
On filings since 2022
0.1 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Michael Bowman
Board Director
New on the 2024 filing
0.1 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Matthew Nese
Vice President
On filings since 2022
35 hrs/week
$152K (2022) → $171K (2024)
Brad Gruber
Board Secretary & Treasurer
Director → Secretary & Treasurer, 2023
Secretary & Treasurer → Board Secretary & Treasurer, 2024
On filings since 2021
0.1 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (2)
- Former: John Kramer (2020) — Secretary -
- Former: Tony Woodlief (2020) — President
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $294K, to Heather Lauer (Chief Executive Officer). 7 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about People United for Privacy Foundation
How much does People United for Privacy Foundation give each year?
People United for Privacy Foundation gave $75K across 4 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. In 2023 it gave $90K across 3 grants.
What is People United for Privacy Foundation's typical grant size?
People United for Privacy Foundation's median grant in 2024 was $20,000, and its average grant was $18,750, across 4 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990.
Where does People United for Privacy Foundation give grants?
People United for Privacy Foundation's top state is Florida, with 27% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990. The next largest states were District of Columbia (27%) and North Carolina (27%).
Does People United for Privacy Foundation give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of People United for Privacy Foundation's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (4 of 4) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990.
How large is People United for Privacy Foundation?
People United for Privacy Foundation reported $970K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $2.3M.
What is People United for Privacy Foundation?
People United for Privacy Foundation is a public charity focused on Social Science, based in Washington, DC. It holds $970K in total assets as of 2024.
What is People United for Privacy Foundation's EIN?
People United for Privacy Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 82-3439592. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(5)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS November 15, 2021)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS August 29, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS September 11, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS August 28, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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