Fm, 990

Return of Organization Exempt From Income Tax

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Under section 501 (c), 527, or 4947(a)(1) of the Internal Revenue Code (except private foundations)

Department of the Treasury

> Do not enter social security numbers on this form as it may be made public.

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> Information about Form 990 and its instructions is at www.irs.gov/form990.

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For the 2015 calendar yearI or tax year beginning

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B Check if applicable. 0 Name Of organization Citizens for Energizinq Michiqan's Economy

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Number and street (or RC box if mail is not delivered to street address)

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2145 Commons Parkway

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Summary
Briefly describe the organization's mission or most significant activities;

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Educate legislators and the qeneral public on issues facing Michiqan, and to advocate citizen participation and obtain grassroots

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support for publicpolicies relatinq to federal, state, or local quislation, and ballot questions in regards to enerqy policy.

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Number of voting members of the governing body (Part VI, line 13)
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Number of independent voting members of the governing body (Part VI, line 1b)
Total number of individuals employed'in calendar year 2015 (Part V, line 2a)
Total number of volunteers (estimate if necessary)
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Total unrelated business revenue from Part Vlll, column (C), line 12 . . . .
Net unrelated busmess taxableincome from Form 990-T, line 34 . . . . .

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Contributions and grants (Part VIII, line 1h) . . . . . . . . .
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Program seNice revenue (Part VIII, line 29)
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Investment income (Part VIII, column (A), lines 3, 4, and 7d)
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Other revenue (Part VIII, column (A), lines 5, 6d, 80, 90, 10c, and 11e) .
Total revenue-add lines 8 through 11 (must equal Part Vlll, column (A), line 12)
Grants and similar amounts paid (Part IX, column (A), lines 1-3) .
Benefits paid to or for members (Part IX, column (A), line 4)
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Salaries, other compensation, employee benefits (Part IX, column (A), lines 5-10)
Professional fundraising fees (Part IX, column (A), line 11e)
Total fundraising expenses (Part IX, column (D), line 25)>
Other expenses (Part IX, column (A), lines 11a=1"1d711f=24e)-V&_T
Total expenses. Add lines 13-17 (must equal Part legolurrin=;(A) line25)
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Form 990 (2015)

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Statement of Program Service Accomplishments

Check if Schedule 0 contains a response or note to any line in this Part III
Briefly describe the organization's mission;

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Conduct research and develop an educational plan and materials and present these findinqs to the general public
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Did the organization undertake any significant program services during the year which were not listed on the
priorFoerQOorQQO-EZ?.....................
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If "Yes," describe these new services on Schedule 0.
Did the organization cease conducting, or make Significant changes in how it conducts, any program
services?.................................
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If "Yes." describe these changes on Schedule 0.
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 requtred to report the amount of grants and allocations to others,
the total expenses, and revenue, if any, for each program service reported.
(Code; ______________ ) (Expenses $ __________$358,242 including grants of $ ______________________ ) (Revenue $ ______________________ )
Conduct research and develop an educationalplan and materialsand present these Iindinqs to the qeneral public
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(Code; _______________ ) (Expenses $ _____________________ including grants of $ ______________________ ) (Revenue $ ________________________ )

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Form 990 (2015)

Part IV

Checklist of Required Schedules

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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 III

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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 X; or provide credit counseling, debt management, credit repair, or
debt negotiation semces? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part IV.
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, Part V
If the organizations answer to any of the followmg questions is "Yes," then complete Schedule D, Parts VI,
VII, VIII, IX, or X as applicable.
Did the organization report an amount for land, buildings, and equipment In Part X, line 10? If "Yes,"
complete Schedule D, Part VI
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Did the organization report an amount for investments- other securities in Part X, line 12 thatIs 5% or more
of its total assets reported'In Part X, line 16? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part VII .
Did the organization report an amount for lnvestments- program relatedIn 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 VIII.
Did the organization report an amount for other assets in Part X, line 15 thatis 5% or more of its total assets
reportedIn Part X, line 16? If "Yes, complete Schedule D, Part IX

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Did the organization report an amount for other liabilitiesIn Part X, line 25? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part X
DId the organization'5 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 X
12a Did the organization obtain separate, independent audited financial statements for the tax year? If "Yes," complete
Schedule D, Parts XI and XII
Was the organization Included In consolidated, independent audited Iinanciai statements for the tax year7 If
"Yes," and if the organization answered "No" to line 12a, then completing Schedule D, Parts XI and Xll'IS optional
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Is the organization a school described in section 170(b)(1)(A)(li)? If "Yes," complete Schedule E
14a Did the organization maintain an office, employees, or agents outside of the United States?
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, Parts I and IV.

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Is the organization reqmred to complete Schedule B,Schedule of Contributors (see instructions)?
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Did the organization engage in direct or indirect political campaign activities on behalf of or Inopposition to
candidates for public office? If "Yes," complete Schedule C, Part! .
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Section 501 (c)(3) organizations. Did the organization engage in lobbying activities, or have a section 501(h)
election'In effect during the tax year? If "Yes," complete Schedule C, Part II.

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]
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Did the organization receive or hold a conservationeasement,Including easements to preserve open space,
the enVIronment, historic land areas, or historic structures? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part II
Did the organization maintain collections of works of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets? If "Yes,"
completeScheduIeD,ParI/II
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Is the organization described in section 501(c)(3) or 4947(a)(1) (other than a private foundation)? If "Yes,"

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," complete Schedule F, Parts II and IV
Did the organization report on Part IX, column (A), line 3, more than $5,000 of aggregate grants orother
assistance to or for foreign Individuals? If "Yes, complete Schedule F, Parts Ill and IV.
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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 119? If "Yes," complete Schedule G, Part I (see instructions)
Did the organization report more than $15, 000 total of fundraising event gross income and contributions on
Part VIII, lines 1c and 8a? If "Yes, complete Schedule G, Part II.
Did the organization report more than $15,000 of gross income from gaming activities onPart VIII, line 9a?
If "Yes," complete Schedule G, Part III
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Checklist of Required Schedules (continued)
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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 "No, " go to line 25a
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Did the organization invest any proceeds of tax-exempt bonds beyond a temporary period exception? .
Did the organization maintain an escrow account other than a refunding escrow at any time during the year
to defease any tax--exempt bonds?
Did the organization act as an "on behalf of"'issuer for bonds outstanding at any time during the year?.
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, Partl

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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 990-EZ?
If "Yes," complete Schedule L, Partl.

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Did the organization report any amount on Part X, line 5,6, or 22 for receivables from orpayables to any
current or former officers, directors, trustees, key employees, highest compensated employees, or
disqualified persons? If "Yes," complete Schedule L, Part II

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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, Part III.
Was the organization a party to a busmess transaction with one of the following parties (see Schedule L,
Part N instnictions for applicable filing thresholds, conditions, and exceptions).
A current or former officer, director, trustee, or key employee? If "Yes," complete Schedule L, Part IV
A family member of a current or former officer, director, trustee, or key employee? If "Yes," complete
Schedule L, Part IV
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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 Schedule J.

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Part IX, column (A), line 2? If "Yes," complete Schedule I, Parts I and III

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20 a Did the organization operate one or more hospital facilities? If "Yes," complete Schedule H .
b if "Yes" to line 20a, did the organization attach a copy of its audited financial statements to this return?
Did the organization report more than $5,000 of grants or other assistance to any domestic organization or
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domestic government on Part IX, column (A), line 1? If "Yes," complete Schedule I, Parts I and II .
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Did the organization sell, exchange, dispose of, or transfer more than 25% of its net assets? If "Yes,"
complete Schedule N, Part II
Did the organization own 100% of an entitydisregarded asseparate from the organization under Regulations
sections 301. 7701 -2 and 301. 7701-3? If "Yes," complete Schedule R, Partl.
Was the organization related to any tax--exempt or taxable entity?If "Yes," complete Schedule R, Part II, l,l/
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Did the organization have a controlledentity Within the meaning of section512(b)(13)?
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 R, Part V, line 2.
Section 501 (c)(3) organizations. Did the organization make any transfers to an exempt non-charitable
related organization? If "Yes," complete Schedule B, Part V, line 2 .
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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? I! "Yes," complete Schedule R,
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Did the organization receive contributions of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets, or qualified
conservation contributions? If "Yes," complete Schedule M
Did the organization liquidate, terminate, or dissolve and cease operations? If "Yes,"complete Schedule N,
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Did the organization receive more than $25,000 in non-cash contributions? If "Yes," complete Schedule M

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was an officer, director, trustee, or direct or Indirect owner? If "Yes," complete Schedule L, Part IV

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An entity of which a current or former officer, director, trustee, or
key employee (or afamily member thereof)

Did the organization complete Schedule 0 and provideexplanationsinSchedule 0 for Part VI, lines 11b and
19? Note. All Form 990 filers are required to complete Schedule 0

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CheckrfScheduleOcontainsaresponseornotetoany lineIn this PartV

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Did the organization comply with backup withholding rules for reportable payments to vendors and
reportable gaming (gambling) winnings to prize Winners? . . . .
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Enter the number of employees reported on Form W-3, Transmittal of Wage and Tax
Statements, I" led for the calendar year ending with or within the year covered by this return
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If at least one is reported on line 2a, did the organization file all required federal employment tax returns? .
Note. If the sum of lines 1a and 2a is greater than 250, you may be required to e-file (see instructions)
Did the organization have unrelated business gross income of $1,000 or more during the year7 . .
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If "Yes," has it I" led a Form 990-T for this year? If "No" to line 3b, provide an explanation In Schedule 0..
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

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See instructions for fling requirements for FinCEN Form 114, Report of Foreign Bank and Financial Accounts
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Was the organization a party to a prohibited tax shelter transaction at any time during the tax year? . . .
Did any taxable party notify the organization that it was or is a party to a prohibited tax shelter transaction?
If "Yes" to line 5a or 5b, did the organizationifile Form 8886-T? . . . .
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?. . . .
If "Yes," did the organization include with every solicitation an express statement that such contributions or

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Organizations that may receive deductible contributions under section 170(c).
Did the organization receive a payment in excess of $75 made partly as a contribution and partly for goods
andservicesprovidedtothepayor? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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If "Yes, did the organization notify the donor of the value of the goods or services provided? . . .
Did the organization sell, exchange, or othenrvise disposeof tangible personal property for which It was
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Did the organization receive any funds, directly or indirectly, to pay premiums on a personal benefit contract?
Did the organization, during the year, pay premiums, directly or indirectly, on a personal benefit contract? .
If the organization received a contribution of qualified intellectual property, did the organization file Form 8899 as required?
If the organization received a contribution of cars, boats, airplanes, or other vehicles, did the organization file a Form 1098-0?
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? . . . . . . . .
Sponsoring organizations maintaining donor advised funds.
Did the sponsoring organization make any taxable distributions under section 4966? . . . . . . . .
Did the sponsoring organization make a distribution to a donor, donor advisor, or related person?
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Section 501(c)(7) organizations. Enter.
Initiation fees and capital contributions included on Part VIII, line 12
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Gross receipts, included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 12, for public use of club facilities .
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Gross income from other sources (Do not not amounts due or paid to other sources
against amounts due or received from them.). . . . .
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If "Yes," enter the amount of tax-e-xempt interest received or accrued during the year. .
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Section 501 (c)(29) qualified nonprofit health insurance issuers.
Is the organization licensed to issue qualified health plans'In more than one state?
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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 statesin which

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Did the organIzation receive any payments for indoor tanningservices during the tax year?. .
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Governance, Management, and Disclosure For each "Yes" response to lines 2 through 7b below, and for a "No"
response to line Ba, 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

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Enter the number of voting members of the governing body at the end of the tax year. .
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.

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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?
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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?
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? .
Did the organization have members or stockholders?
Did the organization have members, stockholders, or other persons who had the power to elect orappoint
one or more members of the governing body?
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Are any govemance desismns of the organization reserved to (or subject toapproval by) members,
stockholders, or persons other than the governing body?. . . . . .
Did the organization contemporaneously document the meetings held or written actions undertaken during
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the organization's mailing address? If "Yes, provide the names and addresses'In Schedule 0.. . . .

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Did the organization have local chapters, branches, or affiliates?
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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?
Has the organization provided a complete copy of this Form 990 to all members of its governing body before filing the form?
Describe in Schedule 0 the process, if any, used by the organization to review this Form 990.
Did the organization have a written conflict of interest policy? If "No," go to line 13
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Were officers, directors, or trustees, and key employees required to disclose annually interests that could give nsetoconflicts?

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Did the organization have a written document retention and destruction policy? . .
Did the process for determining compensation of the foliowmg persons Include a reVIew and approval by
independent persons, comparability data, and contemporaneous substantiation of the deliberation and desi3ion?

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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

The organization's CEO, Executive Director, or top management official . . . . . . . .
Other officers or key employees of the organization . . .
. .
. .
If "Yes" to line 15a or 15b, describe the process in Schedule 0 (see instmctions).
Did the organization invest in, contribute assets to, or participate In a Joint venture or Similar
with a taxable entity during the year?
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

.
.

.
.

.
.

.
.

Section 0. Disclosure
List the states With which a copy of this Form 990 is required to be filed >
17
Section 6104 requires an organization to make its Forms 1023 (or 1024 if applicable), 990, and 990-T (Section 501(c)(3)s only)
18
available for public inspection. Indicate how you made these available. Check all that apply.
19
20

[3 Own website
U Another's website
Upon request
C] Other (explain in Schedule 0)
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.
State the name, address, and telephone number of the person who possesses the organization's books and records; >
Howard Edelson . 2145 Commons Parkway, Okemos, MI 48864

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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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . E]
Section A. Officers, Directors, Trustees, Key Employees, and Highest Compensated Employees
13 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 reportable 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.
- 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 ordert Individual trustees or directors; institutional trustees, officers; key employees; highest
compensated employees; and former such persons.
Check this box if neither the

nor

related

current officer director or tmstee.
(C)

(A)

(3)

Posmon
(do not check more than one

(D)

(E,

(F)

Name and Title

Average
hours per

box, unless person .5 both an
officer and a director/trustee)

Reportable
compensation

Reportable

Estimated
amount 01

(list

hours for
related

line)

0 _

_

x

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from

related

other

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organizations

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m Section A. Officers, Directors, Trustees, Key Employees, and Highest Compensated Employees (continued)
(Cl
W

(B)

Position
(do not check more than one

(D)

(E)

(F)

Name and title

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box, unless person .3 both an

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Reportable

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officer and a director/trustee)
o _ _
x m I 11

compensation
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compensation from
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a
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(15)
(16)
(17)
(18)
(19)
(20)
(21)
(22)
(23)
(24)
(25)
1b
c
(1
2

Sub-total.
>
0
0
Total from continuation sheets to PartII," Section A
>
Total (add lines 1b and 10).
D
0
0
Total number of indIVIduals (including but not limited to those listed above) who received more than $100,000 of
reportable compensation from the organization > none

3

Did the organization list any former officer, director, or trustee, key employee, or highest compensated
employee on line 1a? If "Yes," complete Schedule J for such individual
. . . . . . . . .

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 J for such
IndiVIduaI.
. . . .
. . .
Did any person listed on line1a receive or accrue compensation fromanyunrelated organizationor indIVIduai
for services rendered to the organization? If "Yes," complete Schedule J for such person

o
o

Yes

5

No

3

J

4

J

5

J

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
yeah
W

(B)

(0)

Name and business address

Descrionn of servrces

Compensation

Joe Slade White Communications, 4213 North Buffalo St, Ste 2, Orchard Park, NY

2

public education/contribution

944,419

Total number of independent contractors Oncluding but not limited to those listed above) who
received more than $100,000 of compensation from the organization b
1
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Statement of Revenue
Check if Schedule 0 contains a response or note to any line In this Part VIII .

.

i]

(A)

(B)

(C)

(0)

Total revenue

Related or
exempt
fmetIon
revenue

Unrelated
business

Revenue
excluded from tax
under sections
512-514

revenue

1a

*OQOD'

.

Membershlpdues . . . .
Fundraising events . . . .
Related organizations. . .
Government grants (contributions)
All other oontnbutions. gifts, grants,
and similar amounts not included above

3'10

Federated campaigns.

Noncash contributions included In lines 1a-lfz $
Total.AddIines1a-1f. . . . .

1b
1c
1d
1e
1f

5,000,000

.

.

.

.

>

5,000,000

Business Code

2a
(D*OD.OU

Program Service Revenue

Contributions. Gifts, Grants
and Other Similar Amounts

Part VIII

All other program service revenue .
TotaI.AddIines2a-2f. . . . . . . . . P
Investment income (including dividends, interest,
and othersimilaramounts) . . . . . . . >

5,000,000

Income from investment of tax-exempt bond proceeds b
Royalties.....
....>
.0) Real.

0

6a

7a

(ii) Personal

Gross rents
Lessz rental expenses
Rental income or (loss)
Net rental income or loss)
. . .
Gross amount from sales of
(0 Securities
assets other Iiian inventory

.

>
(ID Other

Less; cost or other basis
and sales expenses .

Ba

.

.

.

.

.

.

.

.

.

.

>

.

>

.

b

.

D

Gross income from fundraismg
events (not including S
of contributions reported on line 10).
SeePaIth,line18 . . . . . a
Less; direct expenses . . . . b
Net income or (loss) from fundraismg events
Gross income from gaming activities.
SeePartIV,line19 . . . . . a
Less; direct expenses . . . . b
Net Income or (loss) from gaming actIVIties .
Gross sales of Inventory. less
returns and allowances
. . . a
Less; cost ofgoods sold . . . b
Net Income or (loss) from sales of Inventory .
Miscellaneous Revenue

Business Code

tta

$0.0

Other Revenue

Gain or (loss) .
Netgainor(loss)

12

All other revenue
TotaI.Addlines11a-11d.

.

Total revenue. See Instnictions.

.

.

.

.

.

.

b

.

.

.

.

.

b

5.000.000

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Form 990 (2015)

Statement of Functional Expenses
Section 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organ/zatlons must complete all columns. All other organ/zatlons must complete column (A).
Check if Schedule 0 contains a response or note to any line in this Part ix
(B)
(D).
(A)
(C)
Do not include amounts reported on lines 6b, 7b,

315327.31???

F535;???

Grants and other assistance to domech organizations

1

3,851,637

and domestic governments. See Part N, line 21
2

Grants and other assistance to domestic
individuals. See Part N, 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
8

Other salaries and wages
Pensron plan accruals and contributions (nclude
section 401(k) and 403(b) employer contributions)

9
10
11
a

Legal

c
d
e
f
9

Accounting
.
Lobbying.
Professional fundraismg services. See Part IV, line 17
Investment management fees
Other. (if line 119 amount exceeds 10% of line 25, column

(A) amount, list line 119 expenses on Schedule 0.).
Advertising and promotion
Office expenses
lnforrnation technology
Royalties .

12
13
14
15
16

Occupancy

17
18

.
Travel .
or entertainment expenses
Payments of travel
for any federal, state, or local public officials

19
20
21
22
23

Conferences, conventions, and meetings
.
.
Interest
Payments to affiliates .
Depreciation, depletion, and amortization
. . .
Insurance.
Other expenses. itemize expenses not covered
above (List miscellaneous expenses in line 246. If
line 24e amount exceeds 10% of line 25, column
(A) amount, list line 24e expenses on Schedule 0.)

24

a
b
c
d
e

3,851,637

Other employee benefits .
Payroll taxes.
Fees for services (non-employees).
Management

b

25
26

mgiignssi'fca

Tom 6mm

8b, 9b, and 10b of Part VIII.

[1

Public Relations
Public Education - broadcast

All other expenses
T0131 functional expenses. Add lines 1 through 248
Joint costs. Complete this line only If the
organization reported in column (B) joint costs
from a combined educational campaign and

fundraisin solicitation. Check here D E]
followmg OP 98-2 (A80 958-720) .
.

9,135

9,135

325

325

430

430

5,000
412,209

5,000
472,209

4,338,736

4,328,846

9390

if
.
Form 990 (2015)

 Form 990 (2015)

Page 1 1

Walance Sheet
Check if Schedule 0 contains a response or note to any line in this Part X

1

Cash-n-on-interest--bearing

2
3
4

Savings and temporary cash investments .
Pledges and grants receivable, net
Accounts receivable, net

5

.

a
<

7
8
9
10

key

employees,

and

highest

compensated

g
3;
%
3

El

1

1,215,856

2
3
4

100

employees.

5

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(c)(9) voluntary employees' beneficrary
organizations (see instructions). Complete Part II of Schedule L .
. .

6
7
8
9

103

11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19

Less; accumulated depreciation
10b
lnvestments- publicly traded securities
Investments-other securities. See Part IV, line 11
Investments- program-related. See Part IV, line 11 .
Intangible assets
.
Other assets See Part N, line 11 .
Total assets. Add lines 1 through 15 (must equal line 34).
Accounts payable and accrued expenses .
. .
Grants payable .
Deferred revenue .
.

20

Tax--exempt bond liabilities.

20

21
22

Escrow or custodial account liability. Complete Part IV of ScheduleD.
Loans and other payables to current and former officers, directors,
trustees, key employees, highest compensated employees, and
disqualified persons. Complete Part II of Schedule L

21

23
24
25

Secured mortgages and notes payable to unrelated third parties
Unsecured notes and loans payable to unrelated third parties
Other liabilities (Including federal income tax, payables to related third
parties, and other liabilities not included on lines 17--24). Complete Part X
of Schedule D
.
.
. . . . . . .

23
24

26

Total liabilities. Add lines 17through 25

w

8
5

End of year

.

Notes and loans receivable, net
Inventories for sale or use
Prepaid expenses and deferred charges
Land, buildings, and equipment. cost or
other basrs. Complete Part VI of Schedule D
b

Beginning of year
554,692

Complete Part II of Schedule L

33

.

(B)

Loans and other receivables from current and former officers, directors,

trustees,
6

.
(A)

.

100
11
12
13
14
15
554,692 16
17
18
19

1,215,956

22

25

0 26

0

Organizations that follow SFAS 117 (A80 958), check here > E] and

27

complete lines 27 through 29, and lines 33 and 34.
Unrestricted net assets

_
27
28
29

g
'2
,3
3

28
29

Temporarily restricted net assets .
Permanently restricted net assets.
Organizations that do not follow SFAS 117 (A86 958), check here > El and
complete lines 30 through 34.

2
a
5

30
31
32

Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds .
Paid-i-n or capital surplus, or land, building, or equipment fund
Retained eamlngs, endowment, accumulated Income, or other funds .

30
31
554,692 32

1,215,956

g

33

Total net assets or fund balances.

554,692

33

1,215,956

34

Total IIabIIItles and net assets/fund balances

554,692 34

1,215,956
Form 990 (2015)

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Part XII

El

OQNGUI-hwnd.

Check if Schedule 0 contains a response or note to any line in this Part Xl
Total revenue (must equal Part VIII, column (A), line 12) .
Total expenses (must equal Part IX, column (A), line 25)
Revenue less expenses. Subtract line 2 from line 1
Net assets or fund balances at beginning of year (must equal Part X, line 33 column (A)).
Net unrealized gains (losses) on investments
Donated services and use of facilities
Investment expenses .
Prior period adjustments.
Other changesin net assets or fund balances (explaih'inSchedule O).
Net assets or fund balances at end of year. Combine lines 3 through 9 (must equal Part X, line
33, column (B)).
.
. . . . . .
.

5,000,000

4.338.736
661,264
554,692

d
O

OCDQNOO'I-hGN-l

A

Form 990 (2015)
Part XI Reconciliation of Net Assets

1,215,956

Financial Statements and Reporting
Check if Schedule 0 contains a response or note to any line in this Part XII .

El
Yes

Accounting method used to prepare the Form 990.

Cash

EIAccrual

No

El 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? .
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;

III Separate basis

I] Consolidated basis

[I Both consolidated and separate basis

Were the organization's financial statements audited by an independent accountant?
If "Yes, check a box below to indicate whether the financial statements for the year were auditedon a
separate basls, consolidated basis, or both.
[3 Separate basis
[I Consolidated basis El Both consolidated and separate basis
If "Yes" to line 2a or 2b, does the organization have a committee that assumes responsibility for oversrght
of the audit, review, or compilation of its financial statements and selection of an independent accountant?
If the organization changed either its oversight process or selection process during the tax year, explain in
Schedule 0.
3a

2a

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 A-133?.
If "Yes," did the organization undergo the required audit or audits? If the organization did notundergo the
required audit or audits, explain whyIn Schedule 0 and describe any steps taken to undergo such audits.

2b

2c

33
3b
Form 990 (2015)

 SCHEDULE C

Political Campaign and Lobbying Activities

OMB No 1545-0047

(Form 990 or 990-EZ)
For Organizations Exempt From Income Tax Under section 501(c) and section 527
Dawn of the Treasury
Mama. Revenue Samoa

> Complete if the organization is described below.

> Attach to Form 990 or'Forrn 990-2.

Open to PIUIJIIC

D Information about Schedule C (Form 990 or 990-EZ) and Its Instructions Is at www.irs.gov/fomi990.

Inspection

If the organization answered "Yes," on Form 990, Part IV, llne 3, or Form 990-EZ, Part V, llne 46 (Political Campaign Activities), then
0 Section 501(c)(3) organizations; Complete Parts I-A and B. Do not complete Part l-C
. Section 501(c) (other than section 501(c)(3)) organizations; Complete Parts l-A and C below. Do not complete Part I-B.
0 Section 527 organizations Complete Part I-A only.
If the organlzatlon answered "Yes,' on Form 990, Part IV, line 4, or Form 990-EZ, Part VI, llne 47 (Lobbying Activities), then
- Section 501(c)(3) organizations that have filed Form 5768 (election under section 501 01)); Complete Part ll-A. Do not complete Part Il-B.
0 Section 501(c)(3) organizations that have NOT filed Form 5768 (election under section 501(h)); Complete Part lI-B. Do not complete Part Il-A.
If the organization answered "Yes? on Form 990, Part N, 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 III.
Name of organization

Employer identification number

Citizens for Enerqizinq Michiqan's Economy

1

46-4355362

Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c) or is a section 527 organization.
Provide a description of the organization's direct and Indirect political campaign activities in Part IV.

2

Political expenditures .

3

Volunteer hours .

.

.

.

.

.

.

.

.

.

.

.

.

.

.

.

.

.

.

.

.

1

Enter the amount of any excise tax Incurred by the organization under section 4955 .

.

.

. >
.

$__________________________________

.

Complete if the organization Is exempt under section 501(c)(3).
2
3
43
b
Part

2
3

.

.

. b

$__________________________________

Enter the amount of any excise tax incurred by organization managers under section 4955 .
b $__________________________
If the organization Incurred a section 4955 tax, did it file Form 4720 for this year? . . . . . . . . . UYes
E] No
Wasacorrectionmade?. . .
.. . . . . . . . . . . . . ..
...
.. . DYes
DNo
If "Yes," describe in Part N.
I-0
Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c), except section 501(c)(3).
Enter the amount directly expended by the fling organization for section 527 exempt function
actiwties . . .
. . . . > $
Enter the amount of the filing organization'5 funds contributedto other organizations for section ----------------------------------527 exempt function actIVIties . . .
. . . . > $
Total exempt function expenditures. Add lines 1 and 2. Enter here and on Form 1120-POL, -------------------------------_
line17b . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . .> $

4

Did the filing organizationfile Form 1120-POL forthis year? .

5

Enter the names, addresses and employer identification number (EIN) of all section527 political organizations to which the filing
organization made payments. For each organization listed, enter the amount paid from the filing organization'5 funds. Also enter
the amount of political contributions received that were promptly 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.
(a) Name

(b) Address

.

.

.

(c) EIN

.

.

.

.

----------UYeWs-UNon

(d) Amount paid from
filing organization's
funds If none, enter -O-.

(9) Amount of political
contributions received and
promptly and directly
delNered to a separate
political organization If
none, enter -0-

I1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)

(6)
For Papenriiork Reductlon Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990 or 990-EZ

Cat No. 500848

Schedule c (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2015

 Schedule 0 (Form 990 or 99mm 2015

Page 2

Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c)(3) and filed Form 5768 (election under
section 501(h)).

A Check > I] if the tiling 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).
B Check > E] if the filing organization checked box A and "limited control" provisions apply.

...-.rn

*OQOUN

Limits on Lobbying Expenditures
(The term "expenditures" means amounts paid or incurred.)

(a) Filing
organlzatlon's totals

(b) 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 1c and 1d).
.
Lobbying nontaxable amount. Enter the amount from the following table In both
columns.
If the amount on line 1e, column (a) or (b) Is;

The lobbygg 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 151. If zero or less, enter -0Subtract line 1f from line 1c. If zero or less, enter -0.
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?
. . . .
. . . . . . .

DYeS [3 N0

4-Year Averaging Period under section501(11)
(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 21.)

Lobbying Expenditures During 4-Year Averaging Period
Calendar year (or fiscal year
beginning in)

2a
b

(a) 2012

(b) 2013

(c) 2014

(d) 2015

(e) Total

Lobbying nontaxable amount
Lobbying ceiling amount
(150% of line 2a, column (e))

c

Total lobbying expenditures

d

Grassroots nontaxable amount

e

Grassroots ceiling amount
(150% of line 2d, column (e))

f

Grassroots lobbying expenditures
Schedule C (Form 990 or 990-EZ) M15

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Schedule C (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2015

Part II- B

Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c)(3) and has NOT filed Form 5768
(election under section 501(h)).

(bi

(a)

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 anclude compensationin expenses reported onlines 1c through 1D?
Media advertisements?
Mailings to members, legislators, orthe public?
Publications, or published or broadcast statements?
Grants to other organizations for lobbying purposes?
Direct contact with legislators, their staffs, government officials, or alegislative body?
Rallies, demonstrations, seminars, conventions, speeches, lectures, or any similar means? .
Other activltles?
Total. Add lines 1c through 1i
Did the activities in line 1 cause the organization to be not describedInsection 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 fling organization incurred a section 4912 tax, did it f le Form 4720 for this year?

0.0

1

M
com-'a'Io-eoaoo-o

For each "Yes," response on lines 1a through 1i below, provide in Part IV a detailed
description of the lobbying activity.

Yes

No

Amount

Complete if the organization'IS exempt under section 501(c)(4), section 501(c)(5), or section
501 (c) (6) .

-L

1
Were substantially all (90% or more) dues received nondeductible by members?
Did the organization make only In-house lobbying expenditures of $2,000 or less? .
2
Did the organization agree to carry over lobbying and political expenditures from the prior year?
3
Ill-B
Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c)(4), section 501(c)(5), or section
501(c)(6) and if either (a) BOTH Part Ill-A, lines 1 and 2, are answered "No," on (b) Part III-A, line 3, is
answered "Yes. 'i
Dues. assessments and similar amounts from members
Section 162(e) nondeductible lobbying and political expenditures (do not include amounts of
political expenses for which the section 527(f) tax was paid).

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Current year .

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Carryover from last year .
Total
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Aggregate amount reportedin section 6033(e)(1)(A) notices ofnondeductible section 162(e) dues.
If notices were sent and the amount on line 2c 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?
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Taxable amount of lobbying and political expenditures (see instructions).

Part IV

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5,000,000

2a

4,323,846

2b
2c
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4,323,846
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4,323,846

Supplemental Information

Provide the descriptions required for Part l-A, line 1; Part I-B, line 4; Part I-C, line 5; Part lI-A (affiliated group list); Part II-A, lines 1 and
2 (see instructions), and Part "-8, line 1. Also, complete this part for any additional lnforrnatlon.

Schedule c (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2015

 Schedule C (For-m 990 or 990-EZ) 2015

Part IV

page 4

Supplemental lnforrnation (continued)

Schedule C (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2015

 General Information on Grants and Assistance

(1) Citizens for Michiqan's Enerqy

For Papenivork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990.

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(9) Amount of non- [0 Method Of valuation
cash assistance (book, Flglltxbgppraisal,

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3,851,637

(d) Amount of cash
grant

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501(c)(4)

(c) IRC section
If applicable

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46-0601 522

(b) EIN

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Schedule I (Form 990) (2015)

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energy awareness

(h) Purpose of grant
or assistance

Grants and Other Assistance to Domestic Organizations and Domestic Governments. Complete If the organization answered "Yes" on Form

990. Part IV, llne 21, for any recipient that received more than $5,000. Part II can be duplicated if additional space Is needed.

1 (a) Name and address of organization
or government

Future

46-4355362

Employer identification number

Inspection

Open to Public

0MBN0-1545-0047

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 used to award the grants or assistance?
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I Yes
Describein Part IV the organization's procedures for monitoring the use of grant fundsInthe United States.

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Citizens for Enerqizinq Mich_g_n'5 Economy

Name of the organization

>Attach to Form 990.
> Information about Schedule I (Form 990) and its instructions is at www.irs.gov/fonn990.

Internal Revenue Service

Complete If the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990. Part IV, line 21 or 92.

Grants and Other Assistance to Organizations,
Governments, and Individuals In the United States

Department of mo Tmm'y

SCHEDULE '
(Form 990)

 (c) Amount of
cash grant

(d) Amount of
non-cash assistance

(e) Method of valuation (book.
FMV, appraisal. other)

Page 2

(I) Description of non-cash assmtance

Schedule i (Form 990) (2015)

Supplemental Information. Provide the information required in Part I, line 2, Part III, column (b), and any other additional information.

(b) Number of
recipients

The Board of Directors meet annually regarding donations to organizations with similar goals and how the funds previously donated have been used.

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Part IV

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(a) Type of grant or assistance

Schedule I (Form 990) (2015)
Part III
Grants and Other Assistance to Domestic Individuals. Complete if the organization answered Wes" on Form 990, Part IV. line 22.
Part III can be duplicated if additional space is needed.

 SCHEDULE 0
(Form 990 0" 990-EZ)

Supplemental Information to Form 990 or 990-EZ

Department of the Treasury
[mama] Revenue Servrce

OMB No 154541047

Complete to provide information for responses to specific questions on
Form 990 or 990-EZ or to provide any additional information.

P Attach to Form 990 or 990'EZ-

Open to Public

> Information about Schedule 0 (Form 990 or 990-EZ) and its instructions Is at www.irs.gov/fon'n990.

Name of the organization

Inspection

Employer identification number

Citizens for Enerqizinq Michiqan's Economy

46-4355an

PART VI, SECTION B--Policies and Procedures

The Organization has no employees and has no plans to hire any employees.

PART VI, SECTION B, LINE 11--990 APPROVAL POLICY
The 990 is presented to the President for approval and reviewed by the Board of Directors subsequently.

PART VI. SECTION C, DISCLOSURE

Upon request, the governing documents, financial statements and IRS form 990 are made available to the public.
The organization does not have formal Whistleblower, conflict of interest or documentation retention and destruction policies

These policies have been drafted, but not yet formally approved by the Organization.

For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990 or 990-EZ.

Cat No 51056K

Schedule 0 (Form 990 or 990-EZ) (2015)