em990 Department of the Treasury Internal Revenue Service PUBLIC DISCLOSURE COPY 2016 and ending MAR 31 Return of Organization Exempt From Income Tax Under section 501(c), 527, or 4947(a)(1) of the Internal Revenue Code (except private foundations) Do not enter social security numbers on this form as it may be made public. Information about Form 990 and its instructions is at A For the 2016 calendar year, or tax year beginning APR 1 2 0 1 7 OMB No. 1545-0047 2016 Open to Public Inspection Check if Name of organization Employer identification number 2155325 4 5 COMMITTEE, INC . y?gge Doing business 121111 Number and street (or P.0. box if mail is not delivered to street address) Room/suite Telephone number fem?) P.O. BOX 710993 832?236?3994 Eirerglm City or town, state or province, country, and ZIP or foreign postal code Gross receipts HERNDON H(a) Is this a group return 115? "fa' Name and address of principal officerzBR IAN BAKER for subordinates? 1:1Yes No pending SAME AS ABOVE H(b) Are all subordinates :1 NO I Tax-exempt status: 501(c)(3) 1L1 501(c)( 4 Website: 4 5COMMITTEE . COM Form oforganization; ILI Corporation Trust Association OtherV Part I Summary )4 (insert no.) 4947(a)(1) or 527 If attach a list. H(c) Group exemption number I Year of formation: 2 0 1 5 State of legal domicile: VA (see instructions) a, 1 Briefly describe the organization?s mission or most significant activities: ADVOCATE FOR REFORMS AND SOLUTIONS ON A WIDE RANGE OF PUBLIC POLICY ISSUES . GE, 2 Check this box if the organization discontinued its operations or disposed of more than 25% of its net assets. 5 3 Number of voting members of the governing body (Part line 1a) 3 6 4 Number of independent voting members of the governing body (Part VI, line 1b) 4 5 8 5 Total number of individuals employed in calendar year 2016 (Part V, line 2a) 5 0 6 Total number of volunteers (estimate if necessary) 6 0 7 a Total unrelated business revenue from Part column (C), line 12 7a 0 - Net unrelated business taxable income from Form 990-T, line 34 7b 0 . Prior Year Current Year on 8 Contributions and grants (Part line 1hProgram service revenue (Part vm, line 29) 0 . 0 . 10 Investment income (Part column (A), lines Other revenue (Part column (A), lines 5, 6d, 8c, gc, 10c, and 11e) 0 - 0 - 12 Total revenue - add lines 8 through 11 (must equal Part column (A), line 12Grants and similar amounts paid (Part IX, column (A), lines 1-Benefits paid to or for members (Part IX, column (A), line Salaries, other compensation, employee benefits (Part IX, column (A), lines 5-10) 0 . 0 . 2 16a Professional fundraising fees (Part IX, column (A), line He) 0 . 0 . Total fundraising expenses (Part IX, column (D), line 25Other expenses (Part Ix, column (A), Iines iia-iid, 11i?24eTotal expenses. Add lines 13-17 (must equal Part IX, column (A), line 25Revenue less expenses. Subtract line 18 from line Beginning of Current Year End of Year EE 20 TotalassetS(PartXIline16) 1:216:511- 2:023:153- :12 21 Total liabilities (Pan X. line 26Net assets or fund balances. Subtract line 21 from line Part II Signature Block Under penalties of perjury, I declare that have examined this return, including accompanying schedules and statements, and to the best of my knowledge and belief, it is true, correct, and complete. Declaration of preparer (other than officer) is based on all information of which preparer has any knowledge. Signature of officer Sign Date Here MARIA WOJCIECHOWSKI TREASURER Type or print name and title Print/Type preparer's name Prep signat Date Paid RENAE DUNCAN my Mm? (1,9,4 2/ 15/ 1 8 LemmyPreparer Firm's name ATCHLEY 8c ASSOCIATES LLP FirmUse Only Firm's address 1 0 0 5 LA POSADA DRIVE AUSTIN, TX 78752 May the IRS discuss this return with the preparer shown above? (see instructions) 632001 11-11-16 LHA For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the separate instructions. Yes 1:1 No Form 990 (2016) Form 990 (2016) 45COMMITTEE, INC. 47?3803487 pagez Part Statement of Program Service Accomplishments Check if Schedule contains a response or note to any line in this Part 1 Briefly describe the organization?s mission: 45COMMITTEE IS AN ORGANIZATION DEVOTED TO PROMOTING SOLUTIONS TO THE ISSUES THAT CONFRONT THE UNITED STATES DURING THE 45TH TERM. TO THAT END, 45COMMITTEE WILL ADVOCATE FOR REFORMS AND SOLUTIONS ON A WIDE RANGE OF PUBLIC POLICY ISSUES. 2 Did the organization undertake any significant program services during the year which were not listed on the prior Form 990 or -Yes No If "Yes," describe these new services on Schedule O. 3 Did the organization cease conducting, or make significant changes in how it conducts, any program services? : Yes No If "Yes," describe these changes on Schedule 0. 4 Describe the organization?s program service accomplishments for each of its three largest program services, as measured by expenses. Section 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations are required to report the amount of grants and allocations to others, the total expenses, and revenue, if any, for each program service reported. 4a (Code: )(Expenses$ 23,457,138. includinggrantsof$ 3157910000)(Revenue$ ISSUE ADVOCACY IN AREAS RELATED TO FOREIGN POLICY, NATIONAL SECURITY, HEALTHCARE, SIZE OF GOVERNMENT, ROLE AND MAKE-UP OF THE FEDERAL JUDICIARY, ROLE OF THE INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE, REDUCING THE TAX BURDEN, ETHICS ISSUES RELATED TO FEDERAL OFFICIALS, IMPROVING THE REGULATORY ENVIRONMENT, PROMOTING ENTREPRENEURSHIP, AND GRANTS TO OTHER ENTITIES IN LINE WITH THESE ISSUES. 4b (Code: (Expenses including grants of (Revenue 40 (Code: (Expenses including grants of (Revenue 4d Other program services (Describe in Schedule O.) (Expenses including grants of (Revenue 4e Total program service expenses Form 990 (2016) 632002 11-11-16 2 15410215 796448 06784 2016.05050 45COMMITTEE, INC. 06784?1 Form 990 (2016) 45COMMITTEE, INC. 47?3803487 Page3 Part IV Checklist of Required Schedules Yes No 1 Is the organization described in section 501 or 4947(a)(1) (other than a private foundation)? If "Yes, complete Schedule A 1 2 Is the organization required to complete Schedule Schedule of Contributore? 2 3 Did the organization engage in direct or indirect political campaign activities on behalf of or in opposition to candidates for public of?ce? If "Yes, complete Schedule 0, Paul 3 4 Section 501(c)(3) organizations. Did the organization engage in lobbying activities, or have a section 501 election in effect during the tax year? If "Yes, complete Schedule C, Pant ll 4 5 Is the organization a section 501(c)(4), 501(c)(5), or 501(c)(6) organization that receives membership dues, assessments, or similar amounts as defined in Revenue Procedure 98-19? If "Yes, complete Schedule C, Part 5 6 Did the organization maintain any donor advised funds or any similar funds or accounts for which donors have the right to provide advice on the distribution or investment of amounts in such funds or accounts? If ?Yes, complete Schedule D, Part I 6 7 Did the organization receive or hold a conservation easement, including easements to preserve open space, the environment, historic land areas, or historic structures? If "Yes, complete Schedule D, Part II 7 8 Did the organization maintain collections of works of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets? If "Yes, complete Schedule D, Part 8 9 Did the organization report an amount in Part X, line 21, for escrow or custodial account liability, serve as a custodian for amounts not listed in Part or provide credit counseling, debt management, credit repair, or debt negotiation services? ll "Yes, complete Schedule D, Part I 9 10 Did the organization, directly or through a related organization, hold assets in temporarily restricted endowments, permanent endowments or quasi-endowments? If "Yes, complete Schedule D, Pelt 10 11 If the organization?s answer to any of the following questions is "Yes," then complete Schedule D, Parts VI, VII, IX, or as applicable. a Did the organization report an amount for land, buildings, and equipment in Part X, line 10? If ?Yes, complete Schedule D, Part VI 11a Did the organization report an amount for investments - other securities in Part X, line 12 that is 5% or more of its total assets reported in Part X, line 16? ll "Yes, complete Schedule 0: Pelt 11b 0 Did the organization report an amount for investments - program related in Part X, line 13 that is 5% or more of its total assets reported in Part X, line 16? If "Yes, complete Schedule D, Part 110 Did the organization report an amount for other assets in Part X, line 15 that is 5% or more of its total assets reported in Part x, line 16? If "Yes, complete Schedule D, Part lX 11d Did the organization report an amount for other liabilities in Part X, line 25? If "Yes, complete Schedule D, Part 11e Did the organization?s separate or consolidated financial statements for the tax year include a footnote that addresses the organization?s liability for uncertain tax positions under FIN 48 (A80 740)? If "Yes, complete Schedule D, Part 11f 12a Did the organization obtain separate, independent audited financial statements for the tax year? If "Yes, complete Schedule D, Part-?8 Xl and 12a Was the organization included in consolidated, independent audited financial statements for the tax year? If "Yes, and if the organization answered "No" to line 12a, then completing Schedule D, Parts XI and is optional 12b 13 Is the organization a school described in section If "Yes, complete Schedule 13 14a Did the organization maintain an office, employees, or agents outside of the United States? 14a Did the organization have aggregate revenues or expenses of more than $10,000 from grantmaking, fundraising, business, investment, and program service activities outside the United States, or aggregate foreign investments valued at $100,000 or more? If "Yes, complete Schedule F, Palts and 14b 15 Did the organization report on Part IX, column (A), line 3, more than $5,000 of grants or other assistance to or for any foreign organization? If "Yes, comp/etc SChedu/e Pan?s arid 15 16 Did the organization report on Part IX, column (A), line 3, more than $5,000 of aggregate grants or other assistance to or for foreign individuals? If "Yes, complete Scbedule Pads and 16 17 Did the organization report a total of more than $15,000 of expenses for professional fundraising services on Part IX, column (A), lines 6 and 11e? ll "Yes, complete Schedule G, Pant 17 18 Did the organization report more than $15,000 total of fundraising event gross income and contributions on Part lines 10 and 8a? If "Yes, complete Schedule G: Pelt ll 18 19 Did the organization report more than $15,000 of gross income from gaming activities on Part line 9a? If "Yes, complete Schedule G, Pant 19 Form 990 (2016) 632003 11-11-16 3 15410215 796448 06784 2016.05050 45COMMITTEE, INC. 06784?1 Form 990 (2016) 45COMMITTEE, INC. 47?3803487 Page4 Part IV Checklist of Required Schedules (continued) Yes No 20a Did the organization operate one or more hospital facilities? If "Yes, complete Schedule 20a If "Yes" to line 20a, did the organization attach a copy of its audited financial statements to this return? 20b 21 Did the organization report more than $5,000 of grants or other assistance to any domestic organization or domestic government on Part lX, column (A), line 1? If "Yes," complete Schedule l: Pelt-?8 and ll 21 22 Did the organization report more than $5,000 of grants or other assistance to or for domestic individuals on Part lx, column (A), line 2? If "Yes," complete Schedule I, Parts land/ll 22 23 Did the organization answer "Yes" to Part VII, Section A, line 3, 4, or 5 about compensation of the organization?s current and former officers, directors, trustees, key employees, and highest compensated employees? If ?Yes, complete Scheduled 23 24a Did the organization have a tax-exempt bond issue with an outstanding principal amount of more than $100,000 as of the last day of the year, that was issued after December 31, 2002? If "Yes, answer lines 24b through 24d and complete Schedule K. If go to line 25a 24a Did the organization invest any proceeds of tax-exempt bonds beyond a temporary period exception? 24b Did the organization maintain an escrow account other than a refunding escrow at any time during the year to defease any tax-exempt bonds? 240 Did the organization act as an "on behalf of" issuer for bonds outstanding at any time during the year? 24d 25a Section 501(c)(3), 501(c)(4), and 501(c)(29) organizations. Did the organization engage in an excess benefit transaction with a disqualified person during the year? If "Yes, complete Schedule L, Part 25a Is the organization aware that it engaged in an excess benefit transaction with a disqualified person in a prior year, and that the transaction has not been reported on any of the organization?s prior Forms 990 or If "Yes, complete Schedule L, Pahll 25b 26 Did the organization report any amount on Part X, line 5, 6, or 22 for receivables from or payables to any current or former officers, directors, trustees, key employees, highest compensated employees, or disqualified persons? If "Yes, complete Schedule L, Pelt ll 26 27 Did the organization provide a grant or other assistance to an officer, director, trustee, key employee, substantial contributor or employee thereof, a grant selection committee member, or to a 35% controlled entity or family member of any of these persons? If "Yes, complete Schedule L, Pelt ll/ 27 28 Was the organization a party to a business transaction with one of the following parties (see Schedule L, Part IV instructions for applicable filing thresholds, conditions, and exceptions): a A current or former officer, director, trustee, or key employee? If "Yes, complete Schedule L, Part IV 28a A family member of a current or former officer, director, trustee, or key employee? If "Yes, complete Schedule L, Part IV 28b An entity of which a current or former officer, director, trustee, or key employee (or a family member thereof) was an officer, director, trustee, or direct or indirect owner? If "Yes, complete Schedule L, Part IV 280 29 Did the organization receive more than $25,000 in non-cash contributions? If "Yes, complete Schedule 29 30 Did the organization receive contributions of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets, or qualified conservation contributions? If "Yes, complete Schedule 30 31 Did the organization liquidate, terminate, or dissolve and cease operations? If "Yes, complete Schedule N, Pelt 31 32 Did the organization sell, exchange, dispose of, or transfer more than 25% of its net assets?lf "Yes, complete Schedule N, Pelt ll 32 Did the organization own 100% of an entity disregarded as separate from the organization under Regulations sections 301 .7701-2 and 301.7701-3? If "Yes, complete Schedule H, Pelt Was the organization related to any tax-exempt or taxable entity? If "Yes, complete Schedule R, Part II, or IV, and Pelt V, ?he 7 34 35a Did the organization have a controlled entity within the meaning of section 512(b)(13)? 35a If "Yes" to line 35a, did the organization receive any payment from or engage in any transaction with a controlled entity within the meaning of section 512(b)(13)? If "Yes, complete Schedule H, Part V: ?he 2 35b 36 Section 501(c)(3) organizations. Did the organization make any transfers to an exempt non-charitable related organization? If "Yes, complete Schedule H, Part V, line 2 36 37 Did the organization conduct more than 5% of its activities through an entity that is not a related organization and that is treated as a partnership for federal income tax purposes? If "Yes, complete Schedule R, Part 37 38 Did the organization complete Schedule 0 and provide explanations in Schedule 0 for Part VI, lines 11b and 19? Note. All Form 990 filers are required to complete Schedule 0 38 Form 990 (2016) 632004 11-11-16 4 15410215 796448 06784 2016.05050 45COMMITTEE, INC. 06784?1 Form990(2016) 45COMMITTEE, INC. 47?3803487 Page5 Part Statements Regarding Other IRS Filings and Tax Compliance Check if Schedule 0 contains a response or note to any line in this Part Yes No 1a Enter the number reported in Box 3 of Form 1096. Enter -0- if not applicable 1a 1 0 Enter the number of Forms W-2G included in line 1a. Enter -0- if not applicable 1b 0 Did the organization comply with backup withholding rules for reportable payments to vendors and reportable gaming (gambling) winnings to prize winners? 1c 2a Enter the number of employees reported on Form W-3, Transmittal of Wage and Tax Statements, filed for the calendar year ending with or within the year covered by this return 2a 0 If at least one is reported on line 2a, did the organization file all required federal employment tax returns? 2b Note. If the sum of lines 1a and 2a is greater than 250, you may be required to e-fi/e (see instructions) 3a Did the organization have unrelated business gross income of $1,000 or more during the year? 3a If "Yes," has it filed a Form 990-T for this year? If ?No, to line 3b, provide an explanation in Schedule 0 3b 4a At any time during the calendar year, did the organization have an interest in, or a signature or other authority over, a financial account in a foreign country (such as a bank account, securities account, or other financial account)? 4a If "Yes," enter the name of the foreign country: See instructions for filing requirements for Form 114, Report of Foreign Bank and Financial Accounts (FBAR). 5a Was the organization a party to a prohibited tax shelter transaction at any time during the tax year? 5a Did any taxable party notify the organization that it was or is a party to a prohibited tax shelter transaction? 5b it "Yes." to line 5a or 5b. did the organization file Form 50 6a Does the organization have annual gross receipts that are normally greater than $100,000, and did the organization solicit any contributions that were not tax deductible as charitable contributions? 6a If "Yes," did the organization include with every solicitation an express statement that such contributions or gifts were not tax deductible? 6b 7 Organizations that may receive deductible contributions under section 170(c). a Did the organization receive a payment in excess of $75 made partly as a contribution and partly for goods and services provided to the payor? 7a If "Yes," did the organization notify the donor of the value of the goods or services provided? 7b Did the organization sell, exchange, or otherwise dispose of tangible personal property for which it was required to file Form 8282? 7c it "Yes." indicate the number of Forms 8282 filed during the year I 7d I Did the organization receive any funds, directly or indirectly, to pay premiums on a personal benefit contract? 7e Did the organization, during the year, pay premiums, directly or indirectly, on a personal benefit contract? 7f 9 If the organization received a contribution of qualified intellectual property, did the organization file Form 8899 as required?? 79 If the organization received a contribution of cars, boats, airplanes, or other vehicles, did the organization file a Form 7h 8 Sponsoring organizations maintaining donor advised funds. Did a donor advised fund maintained by the sponsoring organization have excess business holdings at any time during the year? 8 9 Sponsoring organizations maintaining donor advised funds. a Did the sponsoring organization make any taxable distributions under section 4966? 9a Did the sponsoring organization make a distribution to a donor, donor advisor, or related person? 9b 10 Section 501(c)(7) organizations. Enter: a Initiation fees and capital contributions included on Part line 12 10a Gross receipts, included on Form 990, Part line 12, for public use of club facilities 10b 11 Section 501(c)(12) organizations. Enter: a GFOSS income from members or shareholders 11a Gross income from other sources (Do not net amounts due or paid to other sources against amounts due or received from them.) 11b 12a Section 4947(a)(1) non-exempt charitable trusts. Is the organization filing Form 990 in lieu of Form 1041 12a If "Yes," enter the amount of tax-exempt interest received or accrued during the year I 12b 13 Section 501(c)(29) qualified nonprofit health insurance issuers. a Is the organization licensed to issue qualified health plans in more than one state? 13a Note. See the instructions for additional information the organization must report on Schedule 0. Enter the amount of reserves the organization is required to maintain by the states in which the organization is licensed to issue qualified health plans 13b 0 Enter the amount 0f reserves on hand 130 14a Did the organization receive any payments for indoor tanning services during the tax year? 14a If "Yes," has it filed a Form 720 to report these payments? If "No, provide an explanation in Schedule 0 14b Form 990 (2016) 632005 11-11-16 5 15410215 796448 06784 2016.05050 45COMMITTEE, INC. 06784_1 Form 990 (2016) 45COMMITTEE INC. 47?3803487 Page6 I Part VI Governance, Management, and Disclosure For each "Yes" response to lines 2 through 7b below, and fora "No" response to line 8a, 8b, or 10b below, describe the circumstances, processes, or changes in Schedule 0. See instructions. Check if Schedule 0 contains a response or note to any line in this Part VI Section A. Governing Body and Management Yes No 1a Enter the number of voting members of the governing body at the end of the tax year 1a 6 If there are material differences in voting rights among members of the governing body, or if the governing body delegated broad authority to an executive committee or similar committee, explain in Schedule 0. Enter the number of voting members included in line 1a, above, who are independent 1b 5 2 Did any officer, director, trustee, or key employee have a family relationship or a business relationship with any other officer, director, trustee, or key employee? 2 3 Did the organization delegate control over management duties customarily performed by or under the direct supervision of officers, directors, or trustees, or key employees to a management company or other person? 4 Did the organization make any significant changes to its governing documents since the prior Form 990 was filed? Did the organization become aware during the year of a significant diversion of the organization?s assets? 6 Did the organization have members or stockholders? 7a Did the organization have members, stockholders, or other persons who had the power to elect or appoint one or more members Of the governing body? 7a Are any governance decisions of the organization reserved to (or subject to approval by) members, stockholders, or persons other than the governing body? 7b 8 Did the organization contemporaneously document the meetings held or written actions undertaken during the year by the following: a The governing body? 8a anh committee With authority to act on behalf Of the governing body? 8b 9 Is there any officer, director, trustee, or key employee listed in Part VII, Section A, who cannot be reached at the organization?s mailing address? If "Yes, provide the names and addresses in Schedule 0 9 Section B. Policies (This Section requests information about policies not required by the Internal Revenue Code.) U1 mot-ho: MN Yes No 10a Did the organization have local chapters, branches, or affiliates? 10a If "Yes," did the organization have written policies and procedures governing the activities of such chapters, affiliates, and branches to ensure their operations are consistent with the organization?s exempt purposes? 10b 11a Has the organization provided a complete copy of this Form 990 to all members of its governing body before filing the form? 11a Describe in Schedule 0 the process, if any, used by the organization to review this Form 990. 12a Did the organization have a written conflict of interest policy? If "No, go to line 13 12a Were officers, directors, or trustees, and key employees required to disclose annually interests that could give rise to conflicts? 12b 0 Did the organization regularly and consistently monitor and enforce compliance with the policy? If "Yes, describe in Schedule 0 how this was done 12c 13 Did the organization have a written whistleblower policy? 13 14 Did the organization have a written document retention and destruction policy? 14 15 Did the process for determining compensation of the following persons include a review and approval by independent persons, comparability data, and contemporaneous substantiation of the deliberation and decision? a The organization?s CEO, Executive Director, or top management official 15a Other officers or key employees Of the organization 15b If "Yes" to line 15a or 15b, describe the process in Schedule 0 (see instructions). 16a Did the organization invest in, contribute assets to, or participate in a joint venture or similar arrangement with a taxable entity during the year? 16a If "Yes," did the organization follow a written policy or procedure requiring the organization to evaluate its participation in joint venture arrangements under applicable federal tax law, and take steps to safeguard the organization?s exempt status with respect to such arrangements? 16b Section C. Disclosure 17 List the states with which a copy of this Form 990 is required to be filed VDC 1 VA 18 Section 6104 requires an organization to make its Forms 1023 (or 1024 if applicable), 990, and 990-T (Section 501 only) available for public inspection. Indicate how you made these available. Check all that apply. l:i Own website l:i Another?s website Upon request l:i Other (eXplain in Schedule 0) 19 Describe in Schedule 0 whether (and if so, how) the organization made its governing documents, conflict of interest policy, and financial statements available to the public during the tax year. 20 State the name, address, and telephone number of the person who possesses the organization?s books and records: MARIA WOJCIECHOWSKI - 832-236-3994 P.O. BOX 710993, HERNDON, VA 20171 632006 11-11-16 Form 990 (2016) 6 15410215 796448 06784 2016.05050 45COMMITTEE, INC. 06784?1 NM Form 990 (201 6) 4 5 COMMITTEE INC . 47?3803487 Part Vll Compensation of Officers, Directors, Trustees, Key Employees, Highest Compensated Employees, and Independent Contractors Check if Schedule 0 contains a response or note to any line in this Part VII Section A. Officers, Directors, Trustees, Key Employees, and Highest Compensated Employees 1a Complete this table for all persons required to be listed. Report compensation for the calendar year ending with or within the organization?s tax year. 0 List all of the organization?s current officers, directors, trustees (whether individuals or organizations), regardless of amount of compensation. Enter -0- in columns (D), (E), and (F) if no compensation was paid. 0 List all of the organization?s current key employees, if any. See instructions for definition of "key employee." 0 List the organization?s five current highest compensated employees (other than an officer, director, trustee, or key employee) who received report- able compensation (Box 5 of Form W-2 and/or Box 7 of Form 1099-MISC) of more than $100,000 from the organization and any related organizations. 0 List all of the organization?s former officers, key employees, and highest compensated employees who received more than $100,000 of reportable compensation from the organization and any related organizations. 0 List all of the organization?s former directors or trustees that received, in the capacity as a former director or trustee of the organization, more than $10,000 of reportable compensation from the organization and any related organizations. List persons in the following order: individual trustees or directors; institutional trustees; officers; key employees; highest compensated employees; and former such persons. Check this box if neither the organization nor any related organization compensated any current officer, director, or trustee. Page 7 (A) (B) (C) (D) (E) (F) Name and Title Average (do not origlfmoorgthan one Reportable Reportable Estimated hours per box. unless person is both an compensation compensation amount of week officer and a director/trustee) from from related other (list any the organizations compensation hours for E: organization from the related a) organization organizations .. and related below a ?g a organizations line) EE (1) BRIAN O. WALSH 10.00 (THRU 9/13/16(2) BRIAN BAKER 10.00 (AS OF 9/14/16(3) SARA FAGEN 4.00 DIRECTOR 0 . 0 . 0 . (4) RANDY SCHEUNEMANN 4 . 0 0 DIRECTOR (THRU 9/15/16) 0. 0. 0. (5) ROB COLLINS 4 . 0 0 DIRECTOR 0 . 0 . 0 . (6) MATT WELL 4.00 SECRETARY 0 . 0 . 0 . (7) MARIA WOJCIECHOWSKI 4 . 0 0 TREASURER 0 . 0 . 0 . 632007 11-11-16 Form 990 (2016) 7 15410215 796448 06784 2016.05050 45COMMITTEE, INC. 06784?1 Form 990 (2016) 45COMMITTEE INC. 47-3803487 Pages lPart I Section A. Officers, Directors, Trustees, Key Emoloyees, and Highest Compensated Employees (continued) (A) (B) (C) (D) (E) (F) Name and title Average (do not Cig?igg?than one Reportable Reportable Estimated hours per box, unless person is both an compensation compensation amount of week officer and a director/trustee) from from related other (?St any ?3 the organizations compensation hours for organization from the related organization organizations 3 2 and related below 2 organizations line) 2 1b Sub-total 0 - 0 - 0 - Total from continuation sheets to Part VII, Section Total (add lines Total number of individuals (including but not limited to those listed above) who received more than $100,000 of reportable compensation from the organization 0 Yes No 3 Did the organization list any former officer, director, or trustee, key employee, or highest compensated employee on line 13? it "Yes, complete Schedule for such individual 3 4 For any individual listed on line 1a, is the sum of reportable compensation and other compensation from the organization and related organizations greater than $150,000? if "Yes, complete SChedUle for irileidual 4 5 Did any person listed on line 1a receive or accrue compensation from any unrelated organization or individual for services rendered to the organization? lf "Yes, complete Schedule for such person 5 Section B. Independent Contractors 1 Complete this table for your five highest compensated independent contractors that received more than $100,000 of compensation from the organization. Report compensation for the calendar year ending with or within the organization?s tax year. (A) (B) (C) Name and business address Description of services Compensation DEL CIELO MEDIA LLC 1 4 2 7 LESLIE AVENUE STE 102, ALEXANDRIA VA 22301 MEDIA ADS SERVICES 17,359,500. CONNELL DONATELLI INC P.O.BOX 1877, ALEXANDRIA VA 22313 MEDIA ADS SERVICES 10,287,258. DDC 805 15TH ST. NW, STE 300 WASHINGTON, DC 20005 MEDIA ADS SERVICES 6,071,976. MENTZER MEDIA SERVICES INC . 2 1 0 . AVE . STE 250 TOWSON MD MEDIA ADS SERVICES 3 790 320 . TARGET ENTERPRISES LLC 1 5 2 6 0 VENTURA BLVD. STE 1240, SHERMAN OAKS, CA 91403 MEDIA ADS SERVICES 770,700. 2 Total number of independent contractors (including but not limited to those listed above) who received more than $100,000 of compensation from the organization 1 4 Form 990 (2016) 632008 11-11-16 8 15410215 796448 06784 2016.05050 45COMMITTEE, INC. 06784_1 Form 990 (2016) 45COMMITTEE INC. 47-3803487 Page9 I Part Statement of Revenue Check if Schedule 0 contains a response or note to any line in this Part Total (rgvenue RelaEtBegd Ol'_ exempt function busrness sections revenue revenue 512 - 514 *2 +2 1 a Federated campaigns 1a 3 Membership dues 1b ?to: 0 Fundraising events 1c 35 Related organizations 1d Government grants (contributions) 1e to All other contributions, gifts, grants, and .35 similar amounts not included above 1f 46 362 986 . 9 Noncash contributions included in lines 1a-1fTotal.Addlines1a-1f 46.362.986- Business Coder 8 2 a as o. All other program service revenue Total. Add lines 2a?2f 3 Investment income (including dividends, interest, and other similar amounts) 4 Income from investment of tax-exempt bond proceeds 5 Royalties Real (ii) Personal 6 a Gross rents Less: rental expenses Rental income or (loss) Net rental income or (loss) 7 a Gross amount from sales of Securities (ii) Other assets other than inventory Less: cost or other basis and sales expenses Gain or (loss) Net gain or (loss) 8 a Gross income from fundraising events (not including of contributions reported on line 10). See '5 Part lV. line 18 a Less: direct expenses Net income or (loss) from fundraising events 9 a Gross income from gaming activities. See Part IV. line 19 a dileCt expenses 0 Net income or (loss) from gaming activities 10 a Gross sales of inventory, less returns and allowances a Less: cost of goods sold 0 Net income or (loss) from sales of inventory .. Miscellaneous Revenue Business Coder 11 a All other revenue Total. Add lines 11a-11d 12 Total revenue. See instructions632009 11-11-16 Form 990 (2016) 9 15410215 796448 06784 2016.05050 45COMMITTEE, INC. 06784?1 Form 990 (201 6) 4 5 COMMITTEE INC . Part IX Statement of Functional Expenses 47-3803487 Page?) Section 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations must complete all columns. All other organizations must complete column (A). Check if Schedule 0 contains a response or note to any line in this Part IX Do not include amounts reported on lines 6b' Total expenses Progra(rrBi)service Manag?craent and Fundgising 8b! and 10b Of Part expenses general expenses expenses 1 Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. See Part IV, line Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. See Part IV, line 22 3 Grants and other assistance to foreign organizations, foreign governments, and foreign individuals. See Part IV, lines 15 and 16 4 Benefits paid to or for members 5 Compensation of current officers, directors, trustees, and key employees 6 Compensation not included above, to disqualified persons (as defined under section 4958(f)(1)) and persons described in section 4958(c)(3)(B) 7 Other salaries and wages 8 Pension plan accruals and contributions (include section 401(k) and 403(b) employer contributions) 9 Other employee benefits 10 Payroll taxes 11 Fees for services (non-employees): a Management Legal 150,630- 6,203- 144,427- 0 Accounting 61:694- 61:694- Lobbying Professional fundraising services. See Part IV, line 17 Investment management fees 9 Other. (If line 11g amount exceeds 10% of line 25, column (A)amount, listline11gexpenseson 0.) 444 344. 294 000 . 150 344. 12 Advertising and promotion 13 Office expenses 14 Information technology Royalties 16 Occupancy 17 Travel 51,504- 51,504- 18 Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials 19 Conferences, conventions, and meetings 20 Interest 21 Payments to affiliates 22 Depreciation, depletion, and amortization 23 Insurance 12:484- 12:484- 24 Other expenses. Itemize expenses not covered above. (List miscellaneous expenses in line 24a. If line 24e amount exceeds 10% of line 25, column (A) amount, list line 24c expenses on Schedule 0.) a POLITICAL ADS AND MEDIA 20,683,151. 20,683,151. ISSUE ADS AND MEDIA 18,914,352. 18,914,352. RESEARCH 1,379,964. 412,600. 967,364. EVENT SPONSORSHIP 250,983. 250,983. Allotherexpenses 1,253. 3. 1,250. 25 Totalfunctional expenses.Add lines 1 through24e Joint costs. Complete this line only it the organization reported in column (B) joint costs from a combined educational campaign and fundraising solicitation. Check here if following SOP 98-2 (A80 958-720) 632010 11-11-16 Form 990 (2016) 1 0 15410215 796448 06784 2016.05050 45COMMITTEE, INC. 06784_1 Form 990 (2016) 45COMMITTEE, INC. 47?3803487 Page?l?l Part Balance Sheet Check if Schedule 0 contains a response or note to any line in this Part l_l (A) (B) Beginning of year End of year 1 Cash-non-interest-bearing 1,216,511. 1 2,023,163. 2 Savings and temporary cash investments 2 3 Pledges and grants receivable, net 3 4 Accounts receivableI net 4 5 Loans and other receivables from current and former officers, directors, trustees, key employees, and highest compensated employees. Complete Part II of Schedule 5 6 Loans and other receivables from other disqualified persons (as defined under section 4958(f)(1)), persons described in section 4958(c)(3)(B), and contributing employers and sponsoring organizations of section 501 voluntary ,3 employees? beneficiary organizations (see instr). Complete Part II of 6 3 7 Notes and loans receivable, net 7 8 Inventories for sale or use 8 9 Prepaid expenses and deferred charges 9 10a Land, buildings, and equipment: cost or other basis. Complete Part VI of Schedule 10a Less: accumulated depreciation 10b 10c 11 Investments - publicly traded securities 11 12 Investments - other securities. See Part IV, line 11 12 13 Investments - program-related. See Part IV, line 11 13 14 Intangible assets 14 15 Other assets. See Part IV, line 11 15 16 Total assets. Add lines 1 through 15 (must equal line 34Accounts payable and accrued expenses 17 18 Grants payable 18 19 Deferred revenue 19 20 Tax-exempt bond liabilities 20 21 Escrow or custodial account liability. Complete Part IV of Schedule 21 8 22 Loans and other payables to current and former officers, directors, trustees, key employees, highest compensated employees, and disqualified persons. 3 Complete Part II of Schedule 22 23 Secured mortgages and notes payable to unrelated third parties 23 24 Unsecured notes and loans payable to unrelated third parties 24 25 Other liabilities (including federal income tax, payables to related third parties, and other liabilities not included on lines 17-24). Complete Part of Schedule 25 26 Total liabilities. Add lines 17 through 25 0 - 26 0 - Organizations that follow SFAS 117 (A80 958), check here l_l and 3 complete lines 27 through 29, and lines 33 and 34. 27 Unrestricted net assets 27 a? 28 Temporarily restricted net assets 28 'g 29 Permanently restricted net assets 29 .3 Organizations that do not follow SFAS 117 (A80 958), check here '5 and complete lines 30 through 34. 13 30 Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds 0 - 30 0 - 31 Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, building, or equipment fund 0 . 31 0 . 32 Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds Totalnetassetsorfundbalances 1,216,511. 33 2I023I153- 34 Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances Form 990 (2016) 632011 11-11-16 1 1 15410215 796448 06784 2016.05050 45COMMITTEE, INC. 06784_1 Form 990 (2015) 45COMMITTEE, INC. 47-3803487 Page12 Part XI Reconciliation of Net Assets Check if Schedule 0 contains a response or note to any line in this Part XI El 1 Total revenue (must equal Part column (A), line 12Total expenses (must equal Part IX, column (A), line 25Revenue less expenses. Subtract line 2 from line Net assets or fund balances at beginning of year (must equal Part X, line 33, column Net unrealized gains (losses) on investments 5 6 Donated services and use Of facilities 6 7 Investment expenses 7 8 Prior period adjustments 3 9 Other changes in net assets or fund balances (explain in Schedule 0) 9 0 10 Net assets or fund balances at end of year. Combine lines 3 through 9 (must equal Part X, line 33, column(B)) 10 2,023,163- Part Financial Statements and Reporting Check if Schedule 0 contains a response or note to any line in this Part XII Yes No 1 Accounting method used to prepare the Form 990: Cash Accrual Other If the organization changed its method of accounting from a prior year or checked "Other," explain in Schedule 0. 2a Were the organization?s financial statements compiled or reviewed by an independent accountant? 2a If "Yes," check a box below to indicate whether the financial statements for the year were compiled or reviewed on a separate basis, consolidated basis, or both: Separate basis Consolidated basis Both consolidated and separate basis Were the organization?s financial statements audited by an independent accountant? 2b If "Yes," check a box below to indicate whether the financial statements for the year were audited on a separate basis, consolidated basis, or both: Separate basis Consolidated basis Both consolidated and separate basis If "Yes" to line 2a or 2b, does the organization have a committee that assumes responsibility for oversight of the audit, review, or compilation of its financial statements and selection of an independent accountant? 20 If the organization changed either its oversight process or selection process during the tax year, explain in Schedule 0. 3a As a result of a federal award, was the organization required to undergo an audit or audits as set forth in the Single Audit Act and OMB Circular 3a If "Yes," did the organization undergo the required audit or audits? If the organization did not undergo the required audit or audits, explain why in Schedule 0 and describe any steps taken to undergo such audits 3b Form 990 (2016) 632012 11-11-16 12 15410215 796448 06784 2016.05050 45COMMITTEE, INC. 06784?1 PUBLIC DISCLOSURE COPY Schedule Schedule of Contributors $063533?) Attach to Form 990, Form 990-EZ, or Form 990-PF. Information about Schedule (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) and epartment of the Treasury Internal Revenue Service IS at . OMB No. 1545-0047 2016 Name of the organization 45COMMITTEE INC . Employer identification number 47?3803487 Organization type (check one): Filers of: Section: Form 990 or 990-EZ 501 4 (enter number) organization 4947(a)(1) nonexempt charitable trust not treated as a private foundation 527 political organization Form 990-PF 501(c)(3) exempt private foundation 4947(a)(1) nonexempt charitable trust treated as a private foundation 501(c)(3) taxable private foundation Check if your organization is covered by the General Rule or a Special Rule. Note: Only a section 501(c)(7), (8), or (10) organization can check boxes for both the General Rule and a Special Rule. See instructions. General Rule For an organization filing Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF that received, during the year, contributions totaling $5,000 or more (in money or property) from any one contributor. Complete Parts and II. See instructions for determining a contributor?s total contributions. Special Rules For an organization described in section 501(c)(3) filing Form 990 or 990-EZ that met the 33 1/3% support test of the regulations under sections 509(a)(1) and that checked Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ), Part II, line 13, 16a, or 16b, and that received from any one contributor, during the year, total contributions of the greater of (1) $5,000 or (2) 2% of the amount on Form 990, Part line 1h, or (ii) Form 990-EZ, line 1. Complete Parts and II. For an organization described in section 501(c)(7), (8), or (10) filing Form 990 or 990-EZ that received from any one contributor, during the year, total contributions of more than $1,000 exclusively for religious, charitable, scientific, literary, or educational purposes, or for the prevention of cruelty to children or animals. Complete Parts I, II, and Ill. For an organization described in section 501(c)(7), (8), or (10) filing Form 990 or 990-EZ that received from any one contributor, during the year, contributions exclusively for religious, charitable, etc., purposes, but no such contributions totaled more than $1,000. If this box is checked, enter here the total contributions that were received during the year for an exclusively religious, charitable, etc., purpose. Don?t complete any of the parts unless the General Rule applies to this organization because it received nonexclusive/y religious, charitable, etc., contributions totaling $5,000 or more during the year Caution: An organization that isn?t covered by the General Rule and/or the Special Rules doesn?t file Schedule (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF), but it must answer ?No" on Part IV, line 2, of its Form 990; or check the box on line of its Form 990-EZ or on its Form 990-PF, Part I, line 2, to certify that it doesn?t meet the filing requirements of Schedule (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF). LHA For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF. Schedule (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2016) 623451 10-18-16 Schedule (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2016) Page 2 Name of organization 4 5 COMMITTEE INC . Part I Contributors (See instructions). Use duplicate copies of Part I if additional space is needed. Employer identification number 47?3803487 No. Name, address, and ZIP 4 (C) Total contributions Type of contribution 1 500,000. Person Payroll Noncash (Complete Part II for noncash contributions.) No. Name, address, and ZIP 4 (C) Total contributions Type of contribution 1,000,000. Person Payroll Noncash (Complete Part II for noncash contributions.) No. Name, address, and ZIP 4 (C) Total contributions Type of contribution 250,000. Person Payroll Noncash (Complete Part II for noncash contributions.) No. Name, address, and ZIP 4 (C) Total contributions Type of contribution 250,000. Person Payroll Noncash (Complete Part II for noncash contributions.) No. Name, address, and ZIP 4 (C) Total contributions Type of contribution 250,000. Person Payroll Noncash (Complete Part II for noncash contributions.) No. Name, address, and ZIP 4 (C) Total contributions Type of contribution 100,000. Person Payroll Noncash (Complete Part II for noncash contributions.) 623452 10-18-16 15410215 796448 06784 Schedule (Form 2016. 05050 45COMMITTEE, INC. 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2016) 06784?1 Schedule (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2016) Page 2 Name of organization 4 5 COMMITTEE INC . Part I Contributors (See instructions). Use duplicate copies of Part I if additional space is needed. Employer identification number 47?3803487 No. Name, address, and ZIP 4 (C) Total contributions Type of contribution 7 2,500,000. Person Payroll Noncash (Complete Part II for noncash contributions.) No. Name, address, and ZIP 4 (C) Total contributions Type of contribution 1,005,000. Person Payroll Noncash (Complete Part II for noncash contributions.) No. Name, address, and ZIP 4 (C) Total contributions Type of contribution 5,000,000. Person Payroll Noncash (Complete Part II for noncash contributions.) No. Name, address, and ZIP 4 (C) Total contributions Type of contribution 10 1,000,000. Person Payroll Noncash (Complete Part II for noncash contributions.) No. Name, address, and ZIP 4 (C) Total contributions Type of contribution 11 2,500,000. Person Payroll Noncash (Complete Part II for noncash contributions.) No. Name, address, and ZIP 4 (C) Total contributions Type of contribution 12 250,000. Person Payroll Noncash (Complete Part II for noncash contributions.) 623452 10-18-16 15410215 796448 06784 Schedule (Form 2016. 05050 45COMMITTEE, INC. 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2016) 06784?1 Schedule (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2016) Page 2 Name of organization 4 5 COMMITTEE INC . Part I Contributors (See instructions). Use duplicate copies of Part I if additional space is needed. Employer identification number 47?3803487 No. Name, address, and ZIP 4 (C) Total contributions Type of contribution 13 250,000. Person Payroll Noncash (Complete Part II for noncash contributions.) No. Name, address, and ZIP 4 (C) Total contributions Type of contribution 14 500,000. Person Payroll Noncash (Complete Part II for noncash contributions.) No. Name, address, and ZIP 4 (C) Total contributions Type of contribution 15 7,986. Person Payroll Noncash (Complete Part II for noncash contributions.) No. Name, address, and ZIP 4 (C) Total contributions Type of contribution 16 1,000,000. Person Payroll Noncash (Complete Part II for noncash contributions.) No. Name, address, and ZIP 4 (C) Total contributions Type of contribution 17 7,500,000. Person Payroll Noncash (Complete Part II for noncash contributions.) No. Name, address, and ZIP 4 (C) Total contributions Type of contribution 18 7,500,000. Person Payroll Noncash (Complete Part II for noncash contributions.) 623452 10-18-16 15410215 796448 06784 Schedule (Form 2016. 05050 45COMMITTEE, INC. 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2016) 06784?1 Schedule (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2016) Page 2 Name of organization 4 5 COMMITTEE Part I INC . Contributors (See instructions). Use duplicate copies of Part I if additional space is needed. Employer identification number 47?3803487 No. Name, address, and ZIP 4 (C) Total contributions Type of contribution 19 7,500,000. Person Payroll Noncash (Complete Part II for noncash contributions.) No. Name, address, and ZIP 4 (C) Total contributions Type of contribution 20 7,500,000. Person Payroll Noncash (Complete Part II for noncash contributions.) No. Name, address, and ZIP 4 (C) Total contributions Type of contribution Person Payroll Noncash (Complete Part II for noncash contributions.) No. Name, address, and ZIP 4 (C) Total contributions Type of contribution Person Payroll Noncash (Complete Part II for noncash contributions.) No. Name, address, and ZIP 4 (C) Total contributions Type of contribution Person Payroll Noncash (Complete Part II for noncash contributions.) No. Name, address, and ZIP 4 (C) Total contributions Type of contribution Person Payroll Noncash (Complete Part II for noncash contributions.) 623452 10-18-16 15410215 796448 06784 17 2016. 05050 45COMMITTEE, Schedule (Form INC . 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2016) 06784?1 Schedule (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2016) Page 3 Name of organization Employer identification number 45COMMITTEE, INC. 47?3803487 Part II Noncash Property (See instructions). Use duplicate copies of Part if additional space is needed. (d . FMV (or estimate) from Description of noncash property given . . Date received Part I (See instructions) TRAVEL EXPENSES FMV (or estimate) . from Description of noncash property given . . Date received Part I (See instructions) (d . . . FMV (or estimate) . from Description of noncash property given . . Date received Part I (See instructions) (d . . . FMV (or estimate) . from Description of noncash property given . . Date received Part I (See instructions) (d . . . FMV (or estimate) . from Description of noncash property given . . Date received Part I (See instructions) (d . FMV (or estimate) from Description of noncash property given . . Date received Part I (See instructions) 623453 10-18-16 15410215 796448 06784 2016.05050 18 45COMMITTEE INC . Schedule (_Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2016) 06784?1 Schedule (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2016) Page 4 Name of organization Employer identification number 45COMMITTEE, INC. 47-3803487 Part Exclusrvely relrg'ious, charitable, etc., contributions to organizations ?escribea in section 501(c)(7), (8), or a a more an or the year from any one contributor. Complete columns through and the following line entry. For organizations completing Part enter the total of exclusively religious, charitable, etc., contributions of $1,000 or less for the year. (Enterlhis info. once.) Use duplicate copies of Part if additional space is needed. No. 3ng Purpose of gift (0) Use of gift Description of how gift is held Transfer of gift Transferee?s name, address, and ZIP 4 Relationship of transferor to transferee No. 3ng Purpose of gift (0) Use of gift Description of how gift is held Transfer of gift Transferee?s name, address, and ZIP 4 Relationship of transferor to transferee No. 3'ng Purpose of gift (0) Use of gift Description of how gift is held Transfer of gift Transferee?s name, address, and ZIP 4 Relationship of transferor to transferee No. 3ng Purpose of gift (0) Use of gift Description of how gift is held Transfer of gift Transferee?s name, address, and ZIP 4 Relationship of transferor to transferee 623454 10-18-16 Schedule (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2016) 1 9 15410215 796448 06784 2016.05050 45COMMITTEE, INC. 06784?1 SCHEDULE 0 Political Campaign and Lobbying Activities 0MB ?451?? 990 990-EZ arm or For Organizations Exempt From Income Tax Under section 501(c) and section 527 2016 art Complete if the organization is described below. Attach to Form 990 or Form 990-EZ. 0 en to Public Information about Schedule 0 (Form 990 or 990-EZ) and its instructions is at [inspection If the organization answered "Yes," on Form 990, Part IV, line 3, or Form 990-EZ, Part V, line 46 (Political Campaign Activities), then 0 Section 501 organizations: Complete Parts l-A and B. Do not complete Part I-C. 0 Section 501(0) (other than section 501(c)(3)) organizations: Complete Parts l-A and below. Do not complete Part I-B. 0 Section 527 organizations: Complete Part l-A only. If the organization answered "Yes," on Form 990, Part IV, line 4, or Form 990-EZ, Part VI, line 47 (Lobbying Activities), then 0 Section 501(c)(3) organizations that have filed Form 5768 (election under section 501(h)): Complete Part II-A. Do not complete Part 0 Section 501(c)(3) organizations that have NOT filed Form 5768 (election under section 501(h)): Complete Part Do not complete Part II-A. If the organization answered "Yes," on Form 990, Part IV, line 5 (Proxy Tax) (see separate instructions) or Form 990-EZ, Part V, line 35c (Proxy Tax) (see separate instructions), then 0 Section 501(c)(4), (5), or (6) organizations: Complete Part Name of organization Employer identification number 45COMMITTEE, INC. 47?3803487 Part l-A Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501 or is a section 527 organization. 1 Provide a description of the organization?s direct and indirect political campaign activities in Part IV. 2 Political campaign activity eXpenditures Volunteer hours for political campaign activities 0 . Part l-B Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c)(3). 1 Enter the amount of any excise tax incurred by the organization under section 4955 2 Enter the amount of any excise tax incurred by organization managers under section 4955 3 If the organization incurred a section 4955 tax, did it file Form 4720 for this year? Yes No 4a Was a correction made? Yes No If "Yes," describe in Part IV. Part l-C Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c), except section 501(c)(3). 1 Enter the amount directly expended by the filing organization for section 527 exempt function activities Enter the amount of the filing organization?s funds contributed to other organizations for section 527 exempt function activities 3 Total exempt function expenditures. Add lines 1 and 2. Enter here and on Form 1120-POL, iinei7b 21,650,515. 4 Did the filing organization file Form 1120-P0L for this year? Yes Ill No 5 Enter the names, addresses and employer identification number (EIN) of all section 527 political organizations to which the filing organization made payments. For each organization listed, enter the amount paid from the filing organization?s funds. Also enter the amount of political contributions received that were and directly delivered to a separate political organization, such as a separate segregated fund or a political action committee (PAC). If additional space is needed, provide information in Part IV. Name Address (0) EIN Amount paid from Amount of political filing organization?s contributions received and funds. If none, enter -0-. and directly delivered to a separate political organization. If none, enter -0-. For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990 or 990-EZ. Schedule (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2016 LHA 632041 11-10-16 20 15410215 796448 06784 2016.05050 45COMMITTEE, INC. 06784?1 Schedule 0 (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2016 4 5COMMITTEE INC . Part ll-A Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c)(3) and filed Form 5768 (election under section 501 47?3803487 Page2 A Check if the filing organization belongs to an affiliated group (and list in Part IV each affiliated group member?s name, address, EIN, expenses, and share of excess lobbying expenditures). Check El if the filing organization checked boxA and "limited control? provisions apply. Limits on Lobbying Expenditures (The term "expenditures" means amounts paid or incurred.) Filing organization?s totals Affiliated group totals Total lobbying expenditures to influence public opinion (grass roots lobbying) Total lobbying expenditures to influence a legislative body (direct lobbying) Total lobbying expenditures (add lines 1a and 1b) Other exempt Purpose expenditures Total exempt purpose expenditures (add lines to and 1d) Lobbying nontaxable amount. Enter the amount from the following table in both columns. If the amount on line 1e, column or is: The lobbying nontaxable amount is: Not over $500,000 20% of the amount on line 19. Over $500,000 but not over $1,000,000 $100,000 plus 15% of the excess over $500,000. Over $1,000,000 but not over $1,500,000 $175,000 plus 10% of the excess over $1,000,000. Over $1,500,000 but not over $17,000,000 $225,000 plus 5% of the excess over $1,500,000. Over $17,000,000 $1,000,000. Grassroots nontaxable amount (enter 25% of line 1f) Subtract line 19 from line 1a- if zero or less, enter -0- Subtract line 11? from line 1C- If 2910 or IGSS, enter If there is an amount other than zero on either line 1h or line 1i, did the organization file Form 4720 reporting section 4911 tax for this year? 4-Year Averaging Period Under section 501(h) Yes No (Some organizations that made a section 501(h) election do not have to complete all of the five columns below. See the separate instructions for lines 2a through 2f.) Lobbying Expenditures During 4-Year Averaging Period Calendar year (or fiscal year beginning in) 2013 2014 2015 2016 Total 2a Lobbying nontaxable amount Lobbying ceiling amount (150% of line 2a, column(e)) Total lobbying expenditures Grassroots nontaxable amount Grassroots ceiling amount (150% of line 2d, column Grassroots lobbying expenditures 632042 11-10-16 15410215 796448 06784 21 Schedule (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2016 2016. 05050 45COMMITTEE, INC. 06784?1 ScheduleC (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2016 45COMMITTEE INC . 47-3803487 Page3 Part Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c)(3) and has NOT filed Form 5768 (election under section 501(h)). For each ?Yes, response on lines 1a through 1i below, provide in Part I Va detailed description of the lobbying activity. Yes No Amount 1 During the year, did the filing organization attempt to influence foreign, national, state or local legislation, including any attempt to influence public opinion on a legislative matter or referendum, through the use of: Volunteers? Paid staff or management (include compensation in expenses reported on lines 1c through 1i)? Media adveItisements? Mailings to members, legislators, or the public? Publications, or published or broadcast statements? Grants to other organizations for lobbying purposes? Direct contact with legislators, their staffs, government officials, or a legislative body? Rallies, demonstrations, seminars, conventions, speeches, lectures, or any similar means? i Other activities? 1' Total. Add lines 10 through 1i 2a Did the activities in line 1 cause the organization to be not described in section 501(c)(3)? If "Yes," enter the amount of any tax incurred under section 4912 If "Yes, enter the amount of any tax incurred by organization managers under section 4912 If the filing organization incurred a section 4912 tax, did it file Form 4720 for this y_ear? Part Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c)(4), section 501(c)(5), or section :501(c)(6). Yes No 1 Were substantially all (90% or more) dues received nondeductible by members? 1 2 Did the organization make only in-house lobbying expenditures of $2,000 or less? 2 3 Did the organization agree to carry over lobbying and political campaign activity e_xpenditures from the prior year?_ 3 Part Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c)(4), section 501(c)(5), or section 501(c)(6) and if either BOTH Part Ill-A, lines 1 and 2, are answered OR Part Ill-A, line 3, is answered "Yes." 1 Dues, assessments and similar amounts from members 1 2 Section 162(e) nondeductible lobbying and political expenditures (do not include amounts of political expenses for which the section 527(f) tax was paid). a Current year 2a Carryover from last year 2b 0 Total 2c 3 Aggregate amount repOIted in section 6033(e)(1)(A) notices of nondeductible section 162(e) dues 3 4 If notices were sent and the amount on line 20 exceeds the amount on line 3, what portion of the excess does the organization agree to carryover to the reasonable estimate of nondeductible lobbying and political expenditure next year? 4 Taxable amount of lobbying and political expenditures (see instructions) 5 T35art IV I Supplemental Information Provide the descriptions required for PaIt l-A, line 1; PaIt l-B, line 4; Part l-C, line 5; Part ll-A (affiliated group list); Part ll-A, lines 1 and 2 (see instructions); and Part line 1. Also, complete this part for any additional information. PART I-A, LINE 1: POLITICAL ADVERTISING PRODUCTION AND RESEARCH. Schedule (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2016 632043 11-10-16 22 15410215 796448 06784 2016.05050 45COMMITTEE, INC. 06784?1 OMB No. 1545-0047 2016 Open to Public Inspection SCHEDULE I (Form 990) Grants and Other Assistance to Organizations, Governments, and Individuals in the United States Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 21 or 22. Attach to Form 990. Information about Schedule I (Form 990) and its instructions is at Department of the Treasury Internal Revenue Service Name of the organization Employer identification number 45COMMITTEE, INC. 47-3803487 Part I General Information on Grants and Assistance 1 Does the organization maintain records to substantiate the amount of the grants or assistance, the grantees? eligibility for the grants or assistance, and the selection criteria to award the grants or assistance? I Yes 1: N0 2 Describe in Part IV the organization?s procedures for monitoring the use of grant funds in the United States. I Part ii I Grants and Other Assistance to Domestic Organizations and Domestic Governments. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 21, for any recipient that received more than $5,000. Part II can be duplicated if additional space is needed. 1 Name and address of organization EIN IRC section Amount Of Amount Of valuation (book or government (if applicable) cash grant non-cash FMV a raisali assistance ct?gr) MethOd 0f (9) Description of noncash assistance Purpose of grant or assistance THE JOHN HAY INITIATIVE 801 AVENUE NW STE 610 TO FURTHER THE EXEMPT WASHINGTON, DC 20004 46?3437207 129,000. PURPOSE US CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 1615 ST. NW WASHINGTON, DC 20062 53?0045720 350,000. TO FURTHER THE PURPOSE EXEMPT FAITH AND FREEDOM COALITION INC 3700 CRESTWOOD PARKWAY STE 975 DULUTH, GA 30096 27?0182697 250,000. TO FURTHER THE PURPOSE EXEMPT SUSAN B. ANTHONY LIST 1200 NEW HAMPSHIRE AVE., STE 750 WASHINGTON, DC 20036 54?1850126 275,000. TO FURTHER THE PURPOSE EXEMPT SECURE AMERICA NOW 1800 STREET NW, STE 450N WASHINGTON, DC 20036 27?3711817 2,000,000. TO FURTHER THE PURPOSE EXEMPT JUDICIAL CRISIS NETWORK 3220 STREET NW, STE 268 WASHINGTON, DC 20005 20?2303252 200,000. 0. TO FURTHER THE PURPOSE EXEMPT 2 Enter total number of section and government organizations listed in the line 1 table 2 . 3 Enter total number of other organizations listed in the line 1 table 1 1 . LHA For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990. Schedule I (Form 990) (2016) 632101 11-01-16 23 45COMMITTEE, INC. I Part II I Continuation of Grants and Other Assistance to Governments and Organizations in the United States (Schedule I (Form 990), Part II.) 47?3803487 Pme1 Name and address of organization or government EIN IRC section if applicable Amount of cash grant Amount of non-cash assistance Method of valuation (book, FMV, appraisal, other) (9) Description of non-cash assistance Purpose of grant or assistance AMERICAN ENCORE P.O. BOX 72465 PHOENIX, AZ 85050 26?4683543 100,000. TO FURTHER THE PURPOSE EXEMPT INDEPENDENT VOICE 1875 I STREET NW, STE 500 WASHINGTON, DC 20006 36?4534086 50,000. TO FURTHER THE PURPOSE EXEMPT SHINING CITY COMMUNITY 45 NORTH HILL DRIVE, STE 100 WARRENTON, VA 20186 47?1867507 100,000. TO FURTHER THE PURPOSE EXEMPT NRA INSTITUTE FOR LEGISLATIVE ACTION 11250 WAPLES MILL RD. - FAIRFAX, VA 22030 53?0116130 70,000. TO FURTHER THE PURPOSE EXEMPT INTERNATIONAL REPUBLICAN INSTITUTE 1225 EYE STREET NW, STE 800 WASHINGTON, DC 20005 52?1340267 15,000. TO FURTHER THE PURPOSE EXEMPT FRANKLIN CENTER FOR GOVERNMENT PUBLIC INTEGRITY - 1229 KING STREET, 3RD FLOOR - ALEXANDRIA, VA 22314 26?4066298 15,000. TO FURTHER THE PURPOSE EXEMPT ONE NATION HEALTH COALITION 1747 AVE NW, STE 1000 WASHINGTON, DC 20006 81?4729054 25,000. TO FURTHER THE PURPOSE EXEMPT 632241 04-01-16 24 Schedule I (Form 990) Schedule I (Form 990) (2016) 4 5 COMMITTEE INC . Page 2 Part Grants and Other Assistance to Domestic Individuals. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 22. Part can be duplicated if additional space is needed. Type of grant or assistance Number of Amount of Amount of non- Method of valuation Description of noncash assistance recipients cash grant cash assistance (b00k, FMV, appraisal, other) I Part IV I Supplemental Information. Provide the information required in Partl, line 2; and any other additional information. PART I, LINE 2: A GRANT REPORT IS REQUESTED FROM THE RECIPIENT WITHIN SIX MONTHS OF RECEIVING THE GRANT. THE RECIPIENT MUST ALSO ATTEST THAT THEY HAVE USED THE FUNDS FOR THE PURPOSES OUTLINED IN THEIR APPLICATION. PART 1, LINE 2: A GRANT APPLICATION IS REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS. 632102 11-01-16 2 5 Schedule I (Form 990) (2016) SCHEDULE Transactions With Interested Persons ?454?? (Form 990 or 990-EZ) Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 25a, 25b, 26, 27, 28a, 20 1 6 28b, or 28c, or Form 990-EZ, Part V, line 38a or 40b. Department of the Treasury AttaCh to Form 990 or For!? Open TO Public Internal Revenue Service Information about Schedule (Form 990 or 990-EZ) and its instructions is at Inspection Name of the organization Employer identification number 45COMMITTEE, INC. 47?3803487 Part I Excess Benef'it Transactions (section 501(c)(3), section 501(c)(4), and 501(c)(29) organizations only). Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 25a or 25b, or Form 990-EZ, Part V, line 40b. 1 Relationshi between dis ualified Corrected? Name of disqualified person person and organizaticgn (0) Description of transaction (Y)es No 2 Enter the amount of tax incurred by the organization managers or disqualified persons during the year under section 4958 Part II Loans to and/or From Interested Persons. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form Part V, line 38a or Form 990, Part IV, line 26; or if the organization an amount on Form 990 Part line 5 6 or 22. Name of (6) Relationship Purpose Original Balance due (9) In board or Written interested person With organization of loan organization? principal amount default? committee? agreement? To From Yes the answered "Yes" on Form 990 Part IV line 27. Name of interested person Relationship between Amount of Type of Purpose of interested person and assistance assistance assistance the organization LHA For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990 or 990-EZ. Schedule (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2016 632131 10-24-16 26 15410215 796448 06784 2016.05050 45COMMITTEE, INC. 06784?1 Schedule (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2016 4 5COMMITTEE INC . Page 2 Part IV Business Transactions Involving Interested Persons. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 28a, 28b, or 280. Name of interested person Relationship between interested (0) Amount of Description of Sharlng Of person and the organization transaction transaction Grail/232333 Yes No REDPRINT STRATEGY SEE PART 3 0 0 0 0 . MANAGEMENT Part Supplemental Information Provide additional information for responses to questions on Schedule (see instructions). SCH L, PART IV, BUSINESS TRANSACTIONS INVOLVING INTERESTED PERSONS: (A) NAME OF PERSON: REDPRINT STRATEGY (D) DESCRIPTION OF TRANSACTION: MANAGEMENT CONSULTING PART IV, COLUMN BRIAN WALSH, WHO SERVED AS CHAIRMAN AND PRESIDENT OF THE ORGANIZATION THRU 9/13/16, IS A PARTNER IN REDPRINT STRATEGY. Schedule (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2016 632132 10-24-16 27 15410215 796448 06784 2016.05050 45COMMITTEE, INC. 06784?1 SCHEDULE 0 Supplemental Information to Form 990 or 990-EZ (Form 990 or 990-52) Complete to provide information for responses to specific questions on Form 990 or 990-EZ or to provide any additional information. Department of the Treasury Attach to Form 990 or 990-EZ. Open to_ Public Internal Revenue SerViCe Information about Schedule 0 (Form 990 or 990-EZ) and its instructions is at Name of the organization Employer identification number 45COMMITTEE, INC. 47-3803487 FORM 990, PART LINE 2, NEW PROGRAM SERVICES: ISSUE ADVOCACY IN AREAS RELATED TO FOREIGN POLICY, NATIONAL SECURITY, HEALTHCARE, SIZE OF GOVERNMENT, ROLE AND MAKE-UP OF THE FEDERAL JUDICIARY, ROLE OF THE INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE, REDUCING THE TAX BURDEN, ETHICS ISSUES RELATED TO FEDERAL OFFICIALS, IMPROVING THE REGULATORY ENVIRONMENT, PROMOTING ENTREPRENEURSHIP, AND GRANTS TO OTHER ENTITIES IN LINE WITH THESE ISSUES. FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION B, LINE 11B: A COPY OF THE 990 FORMS WILL BE REVIEWED BY EXTERNAL COUNSEL, PRESIDENT, AND TREASURER PRIOR TO BEING FILED. FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION B, LINE 12C: OFFICERS AND DIRECTORS ARE REQUIRED TO SIGN A STATEMENT WHEN THEY JOIN THE BOARD THAT THEY HAD REVIEWED THE CONFLICT OF INTEREST POLICY AND WILL DISCLOSE ANY CONFLICTS IF THEY ARISE. TRANSACTIONS WITH INTERESTED PARTIES ARE EVALUATED BY INDEPENDENT DIRECTORS USING INFORMATION REGARDING WHAT SIMILAR ORGANIZATIONS PAY FOR SIMILAR SERVICES. FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION C, LINE 19: DOCUMENTS REQUIRED BY LAW TO BE DISCLOSED ARE MADE AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST. LHA For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990 or 990-EZ. Schedule 0 (Form 990 or 990-EZ) (2016) 632211 08-25-16 28 15410215 796448 06784 2016.05050 45COMMITTEE, INC. 06784__1 SCHEDULE Related Organizations and Unrelated Partnerships Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 33, 34, 35b, 36, or 37. (Form 990) Attach to Form 990. Department of the Treasury Internal Revenue Service Information about Schedule (Form 990) and its instructions is at OMB No. 1545-0047 2016 Open to Public Inspection Name of the organization 45COMMITTEE INC . Part I Identification of Disregarded Entities. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 33. Employer identification number 47-3803487 (6) Name, address, and EIN (if applicable) Primary activity Legal domicile (state or of disregarded entity foreign country) End-of-year assets (0 Direct controlling entity Part II Identification of Related Tax-Exempt Organizations. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 34 because it had one or more related tax-exempt organizations during the tax year. (0) Name, address, and EIN Primary activity Legal domicile (state or Exempt Code of related organization foreign country) Public charity status (if section Direct controlling Section(g1) 2(bX?i 3) controlled entity entity? Yes No FUTURE45 47?3479543 P.O. BOX 710993 HERNDON, VA 20171 POLITICAL ORGANIZATION VIRGINIA 527 For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990. 632161 09-06-16 LHA 29 Schedule (Form 990) 2016 Schedule (Form 990) 2016 Part 45COMMITTEE INC . 47?3803487 Identification of Related Organizations Taxable as a Partnership. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 34 because it had one or more related organizations treated as a partnership during the tax year. Name, address, and EIN of related organization (0) Primary activity agilile (state or foreign country) entity Direct controlling Predominant income (related, unrelated, excluded from tax under sectlons 512-514) Share of total income (9) Share of end-of-year assets Dispro portionate allocations? Yes No 6) Code V-UBI amount in box 20 of Schedule (I) managing partner? K-1 (Form 1065) Yesl No Part IV organizations treated as a corporation or trust during the tax year. Identification of Related Organizations Taxable as a Corporation or Trust. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 34 because it had one or more related Name, address, and EIN of related organization Primary activity (6) Legal domicile (state or foreign country) entity Direct controlling or trust) Type of entity Share of total (C corp, corp, income Share of end-of-year assets (9) Percentage ownership i Segtlion 512(bX13) controlled entity? Page 2 General or Percentage ownership Yes No 632162 09-06-16 30 Schedule (Form 990) 2016 Schedule (Form 990) 2015 4 5COMMITTEE INC . Part Transactions With Related Organizations. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 34, 35b, or 36. Page 3 Note: Complete line 1 if any entity is listed in Parts II, or IV of this schedule. 1 at. Eco 0. During the tax year, did the organization engage in any of the following transactions with one or more related organizations listed in Parts Receipt of interest, (ii) annuities, royalties, or (iv) rent from a controlled entity Gift, grant, or capital contribution t0 related organization(s) Gift, grant, or capital contribution from related organization(S) Loans or loan guarantees to or for related organization(S) Loans or loan guarantees by related organization(s) Dividends from related organization(s) Sale of assets to related organization(s) Purchase of assets from related organization(S) Exchange of assets with related organization(s) Lease of facilities. equipment. or other assets to related organization(s) Lease of facilities, equipment, or other assets from related organization(s) Performance of services or membership or fundraising solicitations for related organization(s) Performance of services or membership or fundraising solicitations by related organization(S) Sharing of facilities, equipment, mailing lists, or other assets with related organization(s) Sharing of paid employees with related organization(s) Reimbursement paid to related organization(S) for eXpenses Reimbursement paid by related organization(s) for expenses Other transfer of cash or property to related organization(s) Other transfer of cash or property from related organization(l>4 l>4 If the answer to any of the above is "Yes," see the instructions for information on who must complete this line, including covered relationships and transaction thresholds. (C) Name of related organization Transaction Amount involved type Method of determining amount involved (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) 632163 09-06-16 3 1 Schedule (Form 990) 2016 Schedule (Form 990) 2016 4 5COMMITTEE INC . Page 4 Part VI Unrelated Organizations Taxable as a Partnership. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 37. Provide the following information for each entity taxed as a partnership through which the organization conducted more than five percent of its activities (measured by total assets or gross revenue) that was not a related organization. See instructions regarding exclusion for certain investment partnerships. (C) (9) Name, address, and EIN Primary activity Legal domicile Pretljotmdnam pan?l'eeg'gec, Share of Share of Digprogor- COdftiV-thBl 20 General or Percentage . . Iona managmg . of entity (state or foreign ex?l?detlag tl?'n'lrfai ?n?der total end-of-year .auocations? agoslcgewulg?-l partner? ownership country) sections 512-514) Yes No income assets Yes No (Form 1055) Yes No Schedule (Form 990) 2016 632164 09-06-16 3 2 Schedule (Form 990) 2016 45COMMITTEE INC . 47?3803487 Page5 I Part VII Supplemental Information. Provide additional information for responses to questions on Schedule R. See instructions. 632165 09-06-16 Schedule R(Form 990) 2016 33 15410215 796448 06784 2016.05050 45COMMITTEE, INC. 06784?1 Form 8868 Application for Automatic Extension of Time To File a January2017> Exempt Organization Return OMB No.15454709 Department of the Treasury FIle a separate application for each return.? Internal Revenue Service Information about Form 8868 and its instructions is at . Electronic filing You can electronically file Form 8868 to request a 6-month automatic extension of time to file any of the forms listed below with the exception of Form 8870, Information Return for Transfers Associated With Certain Personal Benefit Contracts, for which an extension request must be sent to the IRS in paper format (see instructions). For more details on the electronic filing of this form, visit click on Charities Non-Profits, and click on e-fi/e for Charities and Non-Profits. Automatic 6-Month Extension of Time. Only submit original (no copies needed). All corporations required to file an income tax return other than Form 990-T (including 1120-C filers), partnerships, REMICs, and trusts must use Form 7004 to request an extension of time to file income tax returns. Enter filer?s identifying number Type or Name of exempt organization or other filer, see instructions. Employer identification number (EIN) or print I 45COMMITTEE, INC. 47?3803487 Fieb the due elite for Number, street, and room or suite no. If a PO. box, see instructions. Social security number (SSN) P.O. BOX 710993 return. See instructionS- City, town or post office, state, and ZIP code. For a foreign address, see instructions. HERNDON VA 2 0 1 7 1 Enter the Return Code for the return that this application is for (file a separate application for each return) I 0 I 1 I Application Return Application Return Is For Code Is For Code Form 990 or Form 990-EZ 01 Form 990-T (corporation) 07 Form 990-BL 02 Form 1041 -A 08 Form 4720 (individual) 03 Form 4720 (other than individual) 09 Form 990-PF 04 Form 5227 10 Form 990-T (sec. 401 or 408(a) trust) 05 Form 6069 11 Form 990-T (trust other than above) 06 Form 8870 12 MARIA WOJCIECHOWSKI Thebooksareinthecareof} P.O. BOX 710993 HERNDON, VA 20171 TelephoneNo.V 832-236-3994 FaxNo. 0 If the organization does not have an office or place of business in the United States, check this box El 0 If this is for a Group Return, enter the organization?s four digit Group Exemption Number (GEN) . If this is for the whole group, check this box . If it is for part of the group, check this box CI and attach a list with the names and EINs of all members the extension is for. 1 request an automatic 6-month extension of time until FEBRUARY file the exempt organization return for the organization named above. The extension is for the organization?s return for: calendar year or tax year beginning APR 1 I 2 0 1 6 and ending MAR the tax year entered in line 1 is for less than 12 months, check reason: Initial return Final return Change in accounting period 3a If this application is for Forms 990-BL, 990-PF, 990-T, 4720, or 6069, enter the tentative tax, less any nonrefundable credits. See instructions. 3a 0 . If this application is for Forms 990-PF, 990-T, 4720, or 6069, enter any refundable credits and estimated tax payments made. Include any prior year overpayment allowed as a credit. 3b 0 . 0 Balance due. Subtract line 3b from line 3a. Include your payment with this form, if required, by using EFTPS (Electronic Federal Tax Payment System). See instructions. 30 0 . Caution: If you are going to make an electronic funds withdrawal (direct debit) with this Form 8868, see Form 8453-EO and Form 8879-EO for payment instructions. LHA For Privacy Act and Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see instructions. Form 8868 (Rev. 1201?) 623841 01-11-17 33.1 15410215 796448 06784 2016.05050 45COMMITTEE, INC. 06784?1