2017-10-31T15:20:12-05:00 2016-12-31 560574444 CHERRY BEKAERT LLP 1111 Metropolitan Ave Ste 1000 Charlotte NC 28204 990 2016-01-01 300274709 National Alliance for Public Charter Schools NATI 2022892700 1101 15TH Street NW No 1010 Washington DC 20005 nina rees president & ceo 2022892700 2017-10-02 1 Amanda Adams P00748038 7043771678 68.142.180.174 2017-10-02 14:43:25 ED P DA39A3EE5E6B4B0D3255BFEF95601890AFD80709 8E0118A2D78CC4B3215E9E542689DC78818A7208 2016 2021-01-29 14:40:06Z nina rees 1101 15TH Street NW No 1010 Washington DC 20005 9582733 0 X WWW.PUBLICCHARTERS.ORG X 2004 DC Lead public education to unprecedented levels of academic achievement for all students by fostering a strong charter sector. 15 15 34 14 0 0 3863818 6377830 3315592 3063538 1292 1992 147636 139373 7328338 9582733 0 0 0 0 3161836 3356619 25000 43404 552405 5889227 6148190 9076063 9548213 -1747725 34520 7081372 7355265 1315567 1554940 5765805 5800325 X The National Alliance for Public Charter Schools is the leading national nonprofit organization committed to advancing the charter school movement. Our mission is to lead public education to unprecedented levels of academic achievement for all students by fostering a strong charter sector. 0 0 2658528 139373 Federal and State Advocacy: NAPCS works for federal policies that support the growth and stability of high-performing charter schools by educating congressional members, staff and federal agencies about how policy can best support high-quality public charter school growth. In particular, NAPCS seeks to grow the base of support for public charter schools and NAPCS in Washington DC; Maintain or increase federal funding where possible for public charter schools; and protect the autonomy of and ensure fair treatment of public charter schools within federal funding streams, federal regulations, and non-regulatory guidance. 2494743 COMMUNICATIONS & RESEARCH: NAPCS has continued to deliver evidence based information and messages by proactively working with media, and by disseminating its issues briefs, which covers a wide range of IssUes critical to the sector. NAPCS also continues to collect a significant amount of data on the Nation's charter schools. The public charter school dashboard is the most comprehensive source of national data on charter schools, and is consulted regularly by media, researchers, and policy makers. 2078606 3063538 National Charter Schools Conference: NAPCS convened the National Charter Schools Conference from June 21-24, 2016. More than 4,000 attendees from across the country gathered in New Orleans, LOUISIANA to learn and promote promising practices, celebrate our successes, and ignite the next level of innovation. 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BackgroundThe National Alliance for Public Charter Schools (the National Alliance) is a nonprofit organization incorporated in Washington, D.C. in 2004. The National Alliance's mission is to lead public education to unprecedented levels of academic achievement for all students by fostering a strong charter school movement. II. AnalysisThe National Alliance qualifies as a "publicly supported organization described under section 170(b)(1)(A)(vi) and therefore as an organization described in section 509(a)(1) because it satisfies the "facts and circumstances test" set forth in section 1.170A-9(e)(3) of the Treasury Regulations.A. Threshold RequirementsThe National Alliance is eligible for a determination of public support under the facts and circumstances test because it meets the two threshold requirements for consideration. First, the portion of the National Alliance's support that qualifies as eligible public support is approximately 31.09%, which exceeds the 10% threshold required under Treasury Regulation section 1.170A-9(e)(3)(i). Indeed, the National Alliance's eligible public support has never dipped below 30%. Second, the National Alliance's operations ensure that it will continue to attract new and additional public support, as required by Treasury Regulation section 1.170A-9(e)(3)(ii). The National Alliance has an active fundraising program targeting, individuals, private foundations, and for-profit corporations that share its mission, and government grants consistent with its mission, thereby satisfying the other threshold requirement for qualifying as publicly supported under the facts and circumstances test. B. Other Relevant FactorsIn determining whether the National Alliance meets the "facts and circumstances test," the Treasury Regulations also provide a list of factors that serve as indicia of whether an organization qualifies as "publicly supported". The higher the percentage of support above the 10% requirement, the lower the organization's burden in establishing its publicly supported nature with other factors. These additional factors, discussed below, provide further evidence that the National Alliance satisfies the facts and circumstances test. Because the National Alliance's percentage of support is 31.09%, the nNational Alliance has a lesser burden in proving its publicly supported nature through these factors. 1. Sources of SupportThe National Alliance receives its public support from a wide variety of contributors. These donors include tax-exempt entities, for-profit corporations, and individuals. The National Alliance plans to continue to develop their strategic fundraising efforts, deepen existing donor relationships and reach out to new donors prospects in the coming years. It will also apply for federal grants consistent with its mission and for which it is eligible. 2. Representative Governing BodyThe representative nature of an organization's governing body is also a factor in determining whether it qualifies under the "facts and circumstances test." In considering whether a board is representative, such factors as the members' expertise in the relevant field, their history of leadership in the community and their tradition of public service are relevant. The Board includes representation from community and nonprofit leaders in the United States, including former elected officials. The following individuals currently serve on the National Alliance's Board of Directors:Cheryl Brown Henderson - Founding president and CEO of the Brown Foundation for Educational Equity, Excellence and ResearchAndrew Broy - President, Illinois Network of Charter SchoolsJeb Bush, Jr. Managing Partner, Jeb Bush & AssociatesMoctesuma Esparza CEO at Maya Cinemas North America, Inc.Brian Jones - Senior Vice President and General Counsel, Strayer University (CHAIR)John Katzman - Founder and CEO, Noodle EducationMary Landrieu - Former United States Senator, LouisianaDeborah McGriff, Chair - Partner, NewSchools Venture FundPaul Pastorek - Managing Partner, Pastorek Partners LLCCarol Quillen - President, Davidson CollegeGene Wade - Founder and CEO, UniversityNowJed Wallace - President and CEO, California Charter Schools Association3. Public Participation in ProgramsUnder section 1.170A-9(e)(3)(vi)(c)(1) of the Treasury Regulations, one factor indicating that an organization qualifies as "publicly supported" under the facts and circumstances test is that "members of the public having specialized knowledge or expertise, public officials, or civic or community leaders" participate in, or sponsor the National Alliance or the organization's programs. In addition to smaller events, the National Alliance hosts an annual education conference open to the public and attended by nearly 5,000 individuals to discuss issues that are important to the operation and success of public charter schools nationwide. This event receives sponsorship funding from corporations and non-profits in excess of $500,000, and more than 200 companies pay to exhibit their goods and services to attendees. III. ConclusionIn summary, the National Alliance has the characteristics of a "publicly supported organization, based on the facts and circumstances test described in section 1.170A-9(e)(3) of the Treasury Regulations. Specifically, a small number of donors do not control the National Alliance; rather the National Alliance is a growing organization that bears many of the indicia of a "publicly supported organization, including public support from a wide cross-section of donors, with a representative governing body. Moreover, the National Alliance is continuing to seek new the National Alliance sources of support from the general public as well as other organizations. Accordingly, the National Alliance qualifies as a "publicly supported organization described in section 170(b)(1)(A)(vi). 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We focus on key priorities like replicating and expanding high-quality charter schools, lifting arbitrary "caps" on charter growth and closing the funding gap between charters and other public schools. NAPCS policy experts work directly with federal and state-level organizations to encourage these charter-friendly policies and ultimately ensure charter schools are treated equitably with traditional district public schools under the law. 57791 41705 16086 315064 271320 43744 59830 deferred rent incentive 95870 95870 X 9582733 0 9582733 0 9582733 9548213 0 9548213 0 9548213 Part X, Line 2: THE ALLIANCE IS EXEMPT FROM FEDERAL INCOME TAXES UNDER 501(C)(3) OF THE U.S. INTERNAL REVENUE CODE AND ACCORDINGLY, NO PROVISION FOR INCOME TAXES HAS BEEN RECORDED IN THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS. MANAGEMENT HAS EVALUATED THE EFFECT OF THE GUIDANCE PROVIDED BY ACCOUNTING PRINCIPLES GENERALLY ACCEPTED IN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA. MANAGEMENT BELIEVES THAT THE ALLIANCE CONTINUES TO SATISFY THE REQUIREMENTS OF A TAX-EXEMPT ORGANIZATION AT DECEMBER 31, 2016 AND 2015. MANAGEMENT HAS EVALUATED ALL OTHER TAX POSITIONS THAT COULD HAVE A SIGNIFICANT EFFECT ON THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND DETERMINED THE ALLIANCE HAD NO SIGNIFICANT UNCERTAIN INCOME TAX POSITIONS AT DECEMBER 31, 2016 AND 2015. SHOULD THE TAX-EXEMPT STATUS BE CHALLENGED IN THE FUTURE, THE ALLIANCE'S 2014, 2015, AND 2016 TAX YEARS ARE OPEN FOR EXAMINATION BY THE IRS. 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Form 990, Part VI, Section A, line 7a The State Leaders Council serves as a full voting member of the board. The board term of the chair of the state leaders council will be terminated at the same time as his or her service as chair of the State Leaders Council. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, line 11b The independent accountant prepares the 990 and sends a draft to NAPCS. The first review is done by the senior director of Finance, chief of staff and the CEO and Presidents. The draft is sent to the finance committee and then to the Board for final approval. The Board reviews the draft, and if the Board communicates no changes, then approves the 990. The senior director of finance communicates that final draft was approved and the independent accountant files the Form with IRS. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, line 12c THE CONFLICT OF INTEREST POLICY IS SIGNED ON AN ANNUAL BASIS BY ALL BOARD MEMBERS. NAPCS IS NOT PERMITTED TO ENGAGE IN ANY PAID PERSONAL CONSULTING arrangements WITH SITTING MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS, WITHOUT AN EXPLICIT BOARD VOTE, WHERE CONFLICTED DIRECTOR RECUSES HIMSELF OR HERSELF. further, THE BOARD MUST APPROVE CONTRACTS WITH ORGANIZATIONS EMPLOYING DIRECTORS, AND THOSE DIRECTORS MUST ABSTAIN FROM ALL discussions and VOTES RELATED TO THOSE CONTRACTS. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, line 15 THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS DETERMINES THE COMPENSATION LEVEL FOR THE CEO. ALL OTHER EMPLOYEE COMPENSATION IS SET BY THE CEO AND RESEARCHED USING THE COMPENSATION RESOURCES SURVEY FOR NOT-FOR-PROFIT, PIE SALARY SURVEYS, AND FROM SIMILAR ORGANIZATIONS. IN ADDITION, ALL SALARIES ARE ALSO REVIEWED AND APPROVED DURING THE PROCESS OF REVIEW AND APPROVAL OF OUR ANNUAL OPERATING BUDGET PROCESS. ALL DELIBERATIONS ARE DOCUMENTED IN THE MEETING MINUTES. Form 990, Part VI, Section C, line 19 THE ORGANIZATION'S GOVERNING DOCUMENTS, CONFLICT OF INTEREST POLICY, AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS ARE AVAILABLE TO THE PUBLIC UPON REQUEST. Form 990, Part IX, line 11g program consulting fees and other fees: Program service expenses 3,119,524. Management and general expenses 117,007. Fundraising expenses 6,375. Total expenses 3,242,906. FORM 990, PART XII, LINE 2C THE ORGANIZATION HAS AN AUDIT COMMITTEE WHICH ASSUMES RESPONSIBILITY FOR OVERSIGHT OF THE AUDIT, FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND SELECTION OF THE INDEPENDENT ACCOUNTANT. Charter Schools Action Fund 1015 15th Street NW Suite 1000 WASHINGTON DC 20005 472045681 SOCIAL WELFARE TO AMPLIFY WORK OF 501(C)(3) DC 501(c)(4) NATIONAL ALLIANCE FOR PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOLS 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 0 0