As noted in its articles of incorporation, the mission of the ACLU foundation is "to encourage, sponsor, and facilitate the cultivation and diffusion of knowledge and understanding of the various civil liberties and civil rights which are protected by the constitution and LAWS of the united states or of the various states to persons involved in activities wherein their civil rights and liberties are threatened or infringed." the ACLU foundation today remains focused on the overarching goals SET by its founders, serving as the nation's guardian of liberty, working daily in courts, legislatures and communities to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties that the constitution and LAWS of the us guarantee. The ACLU also works to extend rights to segments of the population that have traditionally been denied their rights, including people of color; women; lesbians, GAY men, bisexuals and transgender and gender nonbinary people; prisoners; and persons with disabilities.
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Category
Civil Rights & Advocacy
Employees
464
Volunteers
13
Financial Snapshot
FY ending 2025-03-31
Revenue
$306.8M
Expenses
$245.5M
Assets
$961.9M
Liabilities
$182.2M
Financial history
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Latest FY2025: $306.8M · Avg: $199.5M
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