Page 1 of 43 lefiie GRAPHIC print Do NOT pnocess ORIGINAL DATA Production] DLN: 93493319057039 I OMB No. 1545-0047 01:0? in 990 Return of Organization Exempt From Income Tax orm Under section 5010:), 527, or of the Internal Revenue Code {except private foundations} 2 1 8 $6 Do not enter social security numbers on this form as it may be made publicruvgg nrmgates ormat on. A For the 2019 calendar year, or tax year beginning m-ul?ow . and ending 12-31-2915 . {Name of organization '3th If Amer cans for Prosperity Foundation El Address change El Name change El Initial return Quinn; business as E3 Final E) Emnioyer identification number 52-1527294 Amended return Number and street (or M). box if mail is not delivered to street add ress) Roomfsuite Anplicatio pendin, 1310 Courthouse Rd No 700 Telephone number {3'03} 224- 320!) City or town, state or province, country. and or foreign postal node Arlinuton, w. 22201 Gross receipts 17,933,1158 EJ322333 address of principal officer: Ma] 15 this a group return for 1310 Courthouse Rd No 700 subordinates? mYes ENG Arlington. VA 22201 Hill) [:te5 [3?0 I 501mm) [3 501ml 1 4 [insert no.) 494mm) or 527 If attach a list. {see instructions) Websiter? Group exemption number? Kth'n of organizat on: Corporaton 1:3 Trust E3 Association Other% LYear of formation: 198? State of legal nomicue: DE thin I Summary 1 Brie?y describe the organization?s mission or most significant activities: a: Educate US persons to increase awareness about a free economy 5 5 2 Check this box is ?3 If the organization discontinued its operations or disposed of more than 25% of its net assets. LII 3 Number of voting members of the governing body (Part VI. line InNumber of independent voting members of the governing body (Part?v?l, line 121Total number of individuals employed in caieodar year 2018 (Part V, line 23Total number of volunteers (estimate if necessaryTotai unrelated business revenue from Part Vin, column line Net unrelated business taxable income from Form sea?T, line 34Prior Year Current Year a 3 Contributions and grants (Part Vlii, line 1hshaman i. 5 9 Program service revenue (Par: line 29249,759 158.57? 11] Investment income {Part VIB, column (A), lines 3, 4, and 7d) . . 33,893 514115 11 other revenue (Part column (A), lines 5, 6d, 81:, 19C. and lie} 12 Total revenue?add tines a through 11 (must equal Part column (A), ?ne it} 119449.115 13 Grants and similar amounts paid (Part IX, column (A), lines 1?3 . . . 284,106 43,850 14 Bene?ts paid to or for members (Part IX, mlumn (A), line Salaries. other compensation, empioyee benefits {Part ix. column (A), tines 5?10} 3.552.093 163 Professional fu n?draising fees (Part IX, column (A), line 11aTotal ?rndraising extreme (Part IX, column ?ne 25} $254,183 In 1? Otherexpenses (Part IX, column (A), lines 11a?11d, 11f-24e) . A . 9,329,975 19,200,222 16 Total expenses. Add iinee 13?17 [must equal Part IX, column (A), line 25} 20,292,795 i3,836,155 19 Revmue less expenses. Subtract line 13 from line 12 . . . . . ?2.343,550 4,555,152 '5 3 Beginning of Current Year End of Year ?g . 3m 20 Total assets (Partx, line 1610.15124? 7,342,841 :2 21 'I?otai iiabilmes line 265,244,121 22 Net assets or fund balances. Subtract line 21 from iine 20 . . . 4,913,125 3,357,364 Fart ll Signature Black 12/2? 2019 Page 2. of 43 Under penames cf perjury, I declare that I have examined this return, indudihg accompanying schedules and statements, and to the best 0f my knowiadge and belief, it is U118, correct, and compiete. Dedaration of preparer (other than of?cer) ?s based on an? informatien of which preparer has any knowledge- un- 201941-15 . 3mm of o??cer Date Sig Sm Vetor Bunsen Jr Secreta?LW we or print name ant! title Pnntifvpe preparer's name Preparer's signature Date PTJN Check If P00721951 Paid mama Preparer Finn's name i Cap?m Creme up Finn?s EIN Sta-3990892 U59 Finn's addrass $1330 Avenuae of the Amer :35 Suite Phane no. {212) 653?9681 23A New York, NY 10019 May the IRS discuss this return with the preparer Shawn shave? (sae instructions?Yes Nu For Paperwork Reduction Act ?utice, see the separate instructions. Cat. No. 112323? Farm 990 [2013} 12!2i20 19 Page 3 of 43 Form 990 (2018) Page 2 Part Statement of Program Service Accomplishments Check if Schedule 0 contains a response or note to any line in this Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . El 1 Briefly describe the organization's mission: Educate US persons to increase awareness of the operation and value of a free economy. 2 Did the organization undertake any significant program services during the year which were not listed on the prior Form 990 or 990-52mYes No If "Yes," describe these new services on Schedule 0. 3 Did the organization cease conducting, or make significant changes in how it conducts, any program servicesmYes .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. 43 (Code: (Expenses 13,342,324 including grants of (Revenue 158,577 Nat onal of?ce - educate the American Public to increase awareness of the federal government's impact on the operation and value of a free economy. 4b (Code: (Expenses 1,436,310 including grants of 43,850 (Revenue State chapters - educate the American Public to increase awareness of state government impact on the operat on and value of a free economy. 4c (Code: (Expenses including grants of (Revenue 4d Other program services (Describe in Schedule 0.) (Expenses including grants of (Revenue 1 4e Total program service expenses? 14,778,634 Form 990 (2018) 12/2/2019 Form 990 (2018) Page 4101" 43 Page 3 Pan IV Checklist of Required Schedules the organization described in section 501(c)(3) or 4947(a)(1) (other than a private foundation)? If ?Yes," complete Is the organization required to complete Schedule B, Schedule of Contributors (see instructions)? . . Did the organization engage in direct or indirect political campaign activities on behalf of or In opposition to candidates for public office? If ?Yes,? complete Schedule C, ParISection 501(c)(3) organizations. Did the organization engage in lobbyin activities, or have a section 501(h) election in effect during the tax year? If ?Yes," complete Schedule C, Panthe 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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 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, PadlDid 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 ll Did the organization maintain collections of works of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets? If "Yes," complete Schedule 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?If ?Yes," complete Schedule D, Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Did the organization, directly or through a related organization, hold assets in temporaril restricted endowments, permanent endOWments, or quasi-endowments? If "Yes, complete Schedule D, Part . . . . If the organization's answer to any of the following questions is "Yes," then complete Schedule D, Parts VI, VII, IX, or as applicable. Did the organization report an amount for land, buildings, and equipment in Part X, line 10? If ?Yes," complete Schedule D, Part Did the organization report an amount for investments?other securities in PartX, line 12 that is 5% or more of its total assets reported in Pan X, line 16? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part . . . . . 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 . . . . . . . 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, PartlxDid the organization report an amount for other liabilities in Part X, line 25? If "Yes, complete Schedule D, PartX 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 (ABC 740)? If "Yes, complete Schedule D, ParlX Did the organization obtain separate, independent audited financial statements for the tax year? If ?Yes," complete Schedule D, Parts 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 XII is optional 15 the organization a school described in section If ?Yes," complete Schedule 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 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 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 Schedule F, Parts and IV . . 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 Me? If "Yes," complete Schedule G, Pad l(see instructions) . . . Did the organization report more than $15,000 total of fundraising event gross income and contributions on Part lines 1c and 8a? If "Yes," complete Schedule G, Partll . . . . . . . . . . . . Did the organization report more than $15,000 of gross income from gaming activities on line 9a? If "Yes, completeScheduleG, Padill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Did the organization operate one or more hospital facilities? If "Yes," complete Schedule . . . . 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 domestic government on Part IX, column (A), line 1? If ?Yes, complete Schedule I, Parts I and II . . - Did the organization report more than $5,000 of grants or other assistance to or for domestic individuals on Pan IX, column (A), line 2? If ?Yes,?cumpiete Schedule I, Parts Form 990 (2018) 12/2/2019 Form 990 (2018) Page 5 0f 43 Page 4 Pan iv Checklist of Required Schedules (continued) Yes No 23 Did the organization answer "Yes" to Part VII, Section A, line 3, 4, or 5 about compensation of the organization' 5 current and former officers, directors, trustees, key employees, and highest compensated employees? If "Yes," complete 23 Yes 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 If ?No, go to line 25a . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24a No Did the organization invest any proceeds of tax-exempt bonds beyonc 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 bonds24c 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," 25 complete Schedule L, Partl . . . . . . . . . . . . a 0 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 25b No If"Yes,"complete Schedule L, Partl . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Did the organization report any amount on Part X, line 5, 6, or 22 for eceivables from or payables to any current or former officers, directors, trustees, key employees, highest compensated employees, or disqualified persons? 26 No If "Yes," complete Schedule L, Part 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 27 No of any of these persons? If "Yes," complete Schedule 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, 28a No A family member of a current or former officer, director, trustee, or key employee? If "Yes, complete Schedule L, 23b ND 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 Did the organization receive more than $25,000 in non-cash contributions? If ?Yes," complete Schedule . . 29 Yes 30 Did the organization receive contributions of act, 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, Parll . No 31 32 Did the organization sell, exchange, dispose of, or transfer more than 25% of its net assets? If "Yes," complete Schedule N, Parl Did the organization own 100% of an entity disregarded as separate from the organization under R%?ulations sections 301.7701-2 and 301.7701-3? If "Yes," complete Schedule R, Parll . 33 34 Was the organization related to any tax-exempt or taxable entity? If "Yes, complete Schedule R, Part ll, or IV, and 34 353 Did the organization have a controlled entity within the meaning of section 512(b)(13)? 3'53 N0 If ?Yes? to line 353, did the organization receive any payment from or engage in any transaction with a controlled entity 35b within the meaning of section 512(b)(13)? If ?Yes," complete Schedule R, Part V, line 2 . . 36 Section 501(c)(3) organizations. Did the organization make any transfers to an exempt non?charitable related Yes organization? If "Yes," complete Schedule R, Part V, line Did the organization conduct more than 5% of its activities through an entity that is not a related organization and that No is treated as a partnership for federal income tax purposes? If "Yes," complete Schedule R, Pan Vl 37 38 Did the organization complete Schedule 0 and provide explanations ir Schedule 0 for Part VI, lines 11b and 19? Note. All Form 990 filers are required to complete Schedule '35 Partv Statements Regarding Other IRS Filings and Tax Compliance Check if Schedule 0 contains a responsa or note to any line in this PariV . El Yes No 1a Enter the number reported in Box 3 of Form 1096 Enter -0- if not applicable . . 1a 124 Enter the number of Forms W-2G included in line 1a.Enter -0- if not aoplicable . 1b 0 Did the organization comply with backup withholding rules for reportable payments to vendors and reportable gaming (gambling) winnings to prize winnersYes Form 990 (2018) 12/2/2019 Page 6 of 43 Form 990 (2018) Page 5 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 2a 85 If at least one is reported on line 2a, did the organization file all required federal employment tax returns? 21? YES Note.If the sum of lines 1a and 2a is greater than 250, you may be required to e-file (see instructions) 3a Did the organization have unrelated business gross income of $1,000 or more during the year?Yes," has it filed a Form 990-T for this year?If ?No?to line 3b, provide an explanation in Schedule any time during the calendar year, did the organization have an interest in, or a signature or other authority over, a 4a No financial account in a foreign country (such as a bank account, securities account, or other financial account)? 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 No Did any taxable party notify the organization that it was or is a party to a prohibited tax shelter transaction? 5b No If "Yes," to line 5a or 5b, did the organization file Form . . . . . . . . 5c 6a Does the organization have annual gross receipts that are normally greater than $100,000, and did the organization Ga No 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 gifts were 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 7a No If "Yes," did the organization notify the donor of the value of the goods or services providedDid the organization sell, exchange, or otherwise dispose of tangible personal property for which it was required to file 7c No If "Yes," indicate the number of Forms 8282 ?led during the year . . . . Ed I Did the organization receive any funds, directly or indirectly, to pay premiums on a personal benefit contract? 7e No Did the organization, during the year, pay premiums, directly or indirectly, on a personal benefit contractthe organization received a contribution of qualified intellectual property, did the organization file Form 8899 as 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 8 9a 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: 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: Gross 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 them11b 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. 12 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? Note. See the instructions for additional information the organization must report on Schedule 0. 13a 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 . . . . 1313 Enter the amount of reserves on hand . . . . . . . . . . . . 13c 14a Did the organization receive any payments for indoor tanning services during the tax year"Yes," has it filed a Form 720 to report these payments?If "No, provide an explanation in Schedule 0 . . 14b 15 Is the organization subject to the section 4960 tax on payment(s) of more than $1,000,000 in remuneration or excess parachute payment(s) during the year? If "Yes," see instructions and file Form 4720, Schedule . . . . . 15 N0 16 Is the organization an educational institution subject to the section 4968 excise tax on net investment income? If "Yes," complete Form 4?20, Schedule Form 990 (2018) 12/2/2019 Page 7 of 43 Form 990 (2018) Page 6 Part Vi Governance, Management, and Disclosure For each "Yes" response to lines 2 through 7b below, and for a "No? response to fines 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 Section A. Governing Body and Management Yes No la Enter the number of voting members of the governing body at the end of the tax year 1a 4 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 4 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 employeeDid the organization delegate control over management duties customarily performed by or under the direct supervislon 3 No 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? . 4 Yes Did the organization become aware during the year of a significant diversion of the organization?s assets? 5 No Did the organization have members or stockholdersDid the organization have members, stockholders, or other persons who had the power to elect or appoint one or more membersofthegoverning bodyAre any governance decisions of the organization reserved to (or subject to approval by) members, stockholders, or 7b No persons other than the governing bodyDid the organization contemporaneously document the meetings held or written actions undertaken during the year by the following: 8aYes Each committee with authority to act on behalf of the governing bodythere any officer, director, trustee, or key employee listed in Part VII, Section A, who cannot be reached at the organization? 5 mailing address? If "Yes," provide the names and addresses in Schedule Section B. Policies (This Section 5 requests information about goiicies not required by the Interns! Rae-Venue Code Yes No 10a Did the organization have local chapters, branches, or affiliates"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? 101? Yes 11a Has the organization provided a complete copy of this Form 990 to all members of its governing body before filing the No Describe in Schedule 0 the process, if any, used by the organization to review this Form 990. 12:- Did the organization have a written conflict of interest policy? If go to line 12a Yes Were officers, directors, or trustees, and key employees required to disclose annually interests that could give rise to 12bYes Did the organization regularly and consistently monitor and enforce compliance with the policy? If "Yes," describe in ScheduieOhowthiswasdoneDid the organization have a written whistleblower policyDid the organization have a written document retention and destruction policyDid 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 Yes Other officers or key employees of the organization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15b Yes 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 taxableentityduringtheyear?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 arrangements16b Section C. Disclosure 17 List the States with which a copy of this Form 990 is required to be filed?r 18 Section 6104 requires an organization to make its Form 1023 (or 1024-A if applicable), 990, and 990-T (501(c)(3)s only) available for public inspection. Indicate how you made these available. Check all that apply. l:l Own website El Another's website El Upon request l:l 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: bAlex Varban 1310 Courthouse Rd No 700 Arlington,VA 22201 (703) 224-3200 Form 990 (2018) 12/2/2019 Page 8 of43 Form 990 (2018) Page 1? min Compensation of Of?cers, Directorerustees, Key Employees, Highest Compensated Employees, and Independent Contractors Check if Schedule 0 contains a responm or note to any line in this Part VII . . . . Section A. Officers, Directors, Tnioteeo Key Employees and Highest Compensated Enioloyees 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- .i List ail of the organization's current officers, directors, (whether individuals or organizations}, regardless of amount of compensation. Enter -111- in columns and (F) if no compensation was paid. 9 List all ofthe organization?s current key employees, If any. See instructions for definition of ?key empiovee." a List the organization?s five current highest compensated empioyees (other than an of?cer, director, trustee or key employee) who received reportable compensation (Box 5 of Form w~2 andjor Box 7 of Form 1099-MISC) of more than $100,009 from the organization and any related organizations. or List all of the. organization?s former officers, key employees, or highest compensated employees who received more than $100,000 of reportabie compensation from the organization and any related organizations. it 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 reiated organizations. List persons in the following order: individuai trustees or directors; institutional trustees; officers; key employees; highest compensated employees; and former such persons. Cl Check this box If 33mm the organization nor any related organization compensated any current officer. director. or trusteo. (C) (D) (H Name and Titie Average Position {do not check more: Raportablt: Reportable Estimated hours per than one box, unless Compensation compensation amount of other week {list person is both an of?cer from the from related compensation any noun-i and a directoritmstee) organization organizations from the for related a 11 2J1099- {91- 311099- organization and organizationo a! 3' ag- MISC) related below dotted QB E. 43 organizations - c: 3 3 lineC1. Mark Holden 2'60 0 Chairman {21 Dav Koch 2-09 {1 Chairman (part year) Nancy Pfotenhauer 2?00 l} 0 Director 16!] C7 Noblos . l) 0 Director Dr Walter Wliliams Hm 13 ll Director Emihr Serdai 15m 199,095 464,556 35,553 President Chief Executive Of?oer 35.00 (7) Christopher Fink 5WD 24,709 6 4,292 Premdent [part year] (8) Gary Caste?aw 3-00 l} 0 i} Treasurer, VP of Financial Planning 2.03 ?obert Heston 2.00 Treasurer (part yea r) 2,00 Josh Fisher 2'00 Treasurer (part yea r) 2.0a (Il?chtor Harrison ??60 76,91)? 1299.449 25,093 Wary, Vii General Cwnsal 35.00 (12) Chase Domham 15'0? 9 15? 226, 32,513 Sr, VP State 005 5. Grassroots Sifah 3591] Teresa Oelke 15'9? - 45,283 105.562 17,628 SeniorVP of State Ops. (part year] 35.00 (14) Slade O?Brien it 223.24! 34,305 41.22% W, Grassroots Lead' I staid}; 12,320,019 Page 9 of 43 (A) (B) (C) (E) Name and Title. Average Position (do not check mom Etta-panama Reportabie Estimated hours per than one box, unless campensatiun compensation amount of other week (list person is both an officer from the from related computerisation any hours and a organization organlzations from the far r'eiated I ?n wmgg- urgamzatlon and organizations a '5 a a a MISC) related beimw dotted 5_ a .1, 3% organizatlans line45.00 5.00 (151 David Johnson 45.00 164,253 18,250 2mm Br. Director of'rrainingicir. 980?. 5.00 (16) Bernie! Garza 15-09 35.249 193,913 13,899 Exacutive Director as?: 3mm Lima 15.09 34,592 197.38% 43,362 Swim We? Folio; 3530 Fawn 9&8 {2018} 12125019 Page 10 0f43 Form 990 (2018) Page 8 Fan'- 'i'il Section A. Of?cers, Directors, Trustees, Key Employees, and Highest Compensated Employees (continua?) (A) (C) (D) (E) Name and Tide Average Position (do not check more Reportable Reportable Emmaten? hours per than one box, unless person compensation compensation amount at other week (list is both an of?cer and a from the from related compensation any hours directorjtrustee} organization organizations. from the for related Q. _n znooa? organization and organizations a a 5% El 2 MISC) related below dotted 9% 95 0 .b '1 3 organizations 1'5. '3 1) line) g; 1233 -- {18} Brent Gardner 15,1110 95,562 225,311 24316 VPjGovemment Affairs 35m cTotal from continuation sheets to Part WI, Section A . in dTotol (add lines and 1c} . it 1.641.ii54 279,896 2 Total number of individuais {including bat not itmited to ?11059. listed above) who received more than $100,000 of reportable compensation from the organization 9 Yes No 3 Did the. organization iist any former officer, director or trustee, key employee, or highest compensated employee on line 1a? If ?Yes,? complete Sdied?uie for such individuaf . . . . . . . . . . . 3 No 4 For any Individual listed on iine 1a, is the sum of reportable compensation and other compensation from the organization and related organizations greater than $150,009? If ?Yes,? compiete Scheduie for sum 5 Did any person listed on line 1a receive or accrue compensation from any unrelated organization or individual for services rendered to the organization?f ?Yes,?compiete Scheduie] for such pemon . . . . . . . 5 No Section B. Independent Contractors 1 Complete this tabie for your five highest oompensated independent contractors that received more than $100,001] of compensation from the organization. Report compensation for the calendar year ending with or within the organization's tax year. (C) Marne and busmas addr?s Description ofsewices Compensaton 1P0 Media Services $546,348 23m) Wilson Ste 500 Mogton?m 2220:. Quinn Emmanuel Urquhart a sullivan Legal Sew cos 290,032 865 Figueroa St 10th Fl Loo 9001? Westgate Las Vegas Resort Caotno Conference Sent (:55 160,15? 3000 Paradise Road Las Vegas, mi 39109 2 Totat nomber of inoeoendent contractors {including but not limited to those iisted above} who received more than of compensation from the organization as 3 Form 990 (2015) Page 11 of43 Form 990 (2018) Page 9 Firm Vii; Statement of Revenue Check Ii Schedule 0 contains a response or note to any line in this 'Par?t Vlil . . . . . 3E (A) (B) Total revenue Related 0: Unrelated Revenue exempt busmesa excluded from function revenue tax under sections revenue 512 514 5 1a Federated campaigns . . 1a Membership dues . it C13 (2 Fundraising events . . 1c ?53" a Related organizatlons it! I a, Government grants (contributions) 1a Alldottierlcontributifns, igi?s?ugmts, an 'Sli'Til ar amoun '5 in a above if 17,070,811 .E 9 Notices}: contributions included it: in lines :12: - ms 652.696 'Total. Add lines Business Code 1513,57? 158,577 33 Program Sen: ca Charge 900099 a} i? .c Ail other program sewloe revenue. gTotal. Add lines Zia-2f . . 1? 3 Investment income (including dividends, interest, and other 52 653 similar amounts52'6? p, 4 income from investment of tax-exmnt bond oraceeds 9 Iii-i (I) Rani [it] Personal 6a Gross rents 0 Less: rentai expenses In Retrial income or {loss} Net rental income or {loss(I) SEcun'ties (ii) other Gross amount from sales of 651.053 alas-2t: other than Inventory 1} LESS: other bani}; and 652,596 sales expenses Gain of (am) 41543 6 Net gain or (?055) . . . . . "1:543 8a Gross income from fundraising events (not including of contributions reported on line In). See Part IV, line 18 . . . a hLess: direct expenses . . . 2 Net income or [loss] from minimising events . . by 93 Gross income from gaming activities. See Part N, line 19 . . . a bLees: direct expenses . . . 4: Net income or (loss) from gaming activities 1. . 3.: l?asmss sales or ii?IVean. lea-5 returns and allowances .- . bLess: cost of goods sold . a, 12r'22?20 19 Page 12?of43 _cNet Income or {loss} from sales of inventory . . 9 Miscellaneous Revenue Business Code 11a All other revenue eTotal. Add lines 11a?11d 12 Total revenue. See Instructions. . 17,280,403 158.577 51,015 Form 990 (2018) 12/2/20] 9 Page 13 0f43 Form 990 (2018) Page 10 Part IX Statement of Functional Expenses 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 am line in this Part not include amounts reported on lines 6b, (A) and (D) 71), 8b, 9b, and 10b of Part Total expenses expenses general expenses Fundralsmgexpenses 1 Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and 43.850 43.850 domestic governments. See Part lV, line 21 2 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 Pan IV, line 15 and 16. 4 Benefits paid to or for members 5 Compensation of current officers, directors, trustees, and 481,223 421.074 48,624 11,525 key employees 6 Compensation not included above, to disqualified persons (as 35,061 27.935 5.122 2.004 defined under section 4958(f)(1)) and persons described in section 4958(c)(3)(B) . . . . 7 Other salaries and wages 6,627,909 6,103,212 406,318 118,379 8 Pension plan accruals and contributions (include section 401 174,037 114,589 51,434 8,064 and 403(b) employer contributions) . . . . 9 Other employee benefits . . . . . . . 794,213 523.106 234.291 36.316 10 Payroll taxes . . . . . . . . . . . 479,600 423.034 43.337 13.179 11 Fees for services (non-employees): a Management . . . . . . Legal . . . . . . . . . 556,215 28 556,187 1: Accounting . . . . . . . . . . . 35,700 35,700 Lobbying . . . . . . . . . Professional fundraising services. See Part IV, line 17 fInvestmentmanagementfees . . . . . . 9 Other (If line 119 amount exceeds 10% of line 25, column 1.396.382 297.694 1.098.261 427 (A) amount, list line 119 expenses on Schedule 0) 12 Advertising and promotion . . . . 2,270,072 2,270,072 13 Office expenses . . . . . . . 592,151 354,032 231,912 6,207 14 Information technology . . . . . . 33,395 30,393 2,352 150 15 Royalties 16 Occupancy . . . . . . . . . . . 1,346,909 571,391 741,037 34,481 17 Travel . . . . . . . . . . . 3,194,729 2,948,723 229,771 16,235 18 Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials 19 Conferences, conventions, and meetings . . . . 726.037 612,841 108.214 5,032 20 Interest . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Payments to affiliates . . . . . . . 22 Depreciation, depletion, and amortization . . 27,426 19,410 6,333 1,183 23 Insurance - 24 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.) a Membership Dues 16,091 15,654 437 Taxes, licenses, fees 5,055 1,046 3,955 64 All other expenses 25 Total functional expenses. Add lines 1 through 24e 13,836,165 14,773,634 3,303,343 254,153 26 Joint costs. Complete this line only if the organization reported in column (B) joint costs from a combined educational campaign and fundraising solicitation. Check here 36 if following SOP 98-2 (ASC 958-720), Form 990 (2018) 12/2/20] 9 Page 14 of 43 Form 990 (2018) page 11 Per; it Balance Sheet Check if Schedule Dcontains a response or note to any one in this Pan {Bl Begmning of year End of year 1 Cash?non?interest-bearing . . . . . . . . 1.366.632 1 2 Savings and temporary cash investments . . . . . . . . . 7,566,497 :2 5,859,??5 3 Pledges and grants receivableAccounts receivable60.304 4 360,056 5 Loans and other receivables from current and former of?cers, directors. trustees, key employees, and highest compensated empioyees. Complete 5 PadilofsmeduleL . . . . . . . . 6 Loans and other receivables from other disqualified persons (as de?ned under section 4958(mlj), persons described In section 4958(c)(3)(3), and 1 a I. contributing employers andusponsoring organization; of section 501(c)(9) ti voluntary employees? benefiaary organizations (see instructions) Compiete ?dilof?chedoleL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Notes and loans receivableInventories for sale Prepaid expenses and deferred charges . . . . . . BEIBDS 9 209,239 10a Land, buildings, and equipment: cost or other basis. complete Part VI of Schedule 9 1681 1,175,323 Less: accumulated depreciation lot: Hearing 110.934 13:: 57,214 1 1 Investmente?publicly traded securities . 11 12 Investmente?other securities. See Part N, line Investments?program-related. See Part IV, line 3:1 . . 13 14 intangibie assets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 15 Other assets. See Part IV135,015 15 403.3% 16 Total assetsd'rdd lines 1 through 15 (must equal iine 34} . . . "Haj-1? 15 17 Aocotmts payable and acuued expenses . . . . . 822311 17 1.534339 18 Grants payable . . . 18 19 Deferred revenue . . . . -. . . . . 19 20 Tax-exempt bond liabilities . . . . . . . . . 20 21 Escrow or custodial account liability. Compiete Part IV of Schedule 21 :3 :12 Loans and other payables to current and former officers, directors, trustees, key empioyees, highest compensated employees, and diequaii?eo :3 persons. Complete Part [i of smeduie . . 22 ?4 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 (lndodlng federal income tax, payabies to related third names, 4,421 .1119 25 2.350.738 and other not included on lines 17 - 24), Complete PartX of Scheduie {3 26 Total liabilitiastAdd lines 17 through 25 . . 5.244.121 25 Organizations that follow SEAS 117 (ASE 958), check here 1* and complete lines 27 through 29, and lines 33 and 34. 27 Unrestricted net assets 3.3073366 27 2.288.734 28 Tern porar?y restricted net assets . . . . . . . . . . . on 29 Permanently restricted net assets 1.605.840 29 1,063,5i'u Organizations that do not follow SFAS 117 9513), checkherek CI and complete lines 30 through 34. Pilot or Fund Balances 30 Capital stock or trust principal. or current funds . . . . . ?30 31 Paid-in or capitai surplus, or land, budding or equipment fund . . . 31 ?32 Retained earnings, endowment. accumulated income. or other funds 32 33 Totai net assets orfund balances . . . . . . . . . . 4313.126 33 34 Totai liabilities and net assetsffund balances . .. . . . . . . 10,151.24? 34 7.842.841 Form 991] [2013Page 15 of43 \Form 990 (2018) Page 12 Part XI Reconcilliation of Net Assets Check if Schedule contains a response or note to any line in this Part Total revenue (must equal Part column (A), line 1217,280,403 2 Total expenses (must equal Part IX, column (A), line 2518,836,165 3 Revenue less expenses. Subtract line 2 from line -1,555,762 4 Net assets or fund balances at beginning of year (must equal Part X, line 33, column . . 4 4,913,126 5 Net unrealized gains (losses) on investments . . . . . . . 5 6 Donated services and use of facilities . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 7 Investmentexpenses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 8 Priorperiodadjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 9 Other changes in net assets or fund balances (explain in Schedule Net assets or fund balances at end of year. Combine lines 3 through 9 (must equal Part X, line 33, column 10 3,357,364 Part Financial Statements and Reporting Check if Schedule 0 contains a response or note to any line In this Perl XII . . . . . . . . . Yes No 1 Accounting method used to prepare the Form 990: Cash Accrual 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 ?nancial statements compiled or reviewed by an independent accountant? 2a No 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: El Separate basis Consolidated basis Both consolidated and separate basis Were the organization?s financial statements audited by an independent accountant? 2b Yes 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 El 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? 2c Yes 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 No 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 (2018) 12/2/2019 Page l760 to instructions and the latest information. if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990. Part W, Line 3. or Form QED-E2, Part V. line #6 {Political Campaign than a Section 50*: (51(3) organizations: Complete Parts t?A and B- Do not complete Port ?8 at Section 501 it) (other than section organizations: Complete Parts l-A and beiow, Do not oompiete Part LB. In Section 52? organizations: Complete Part i-A only. if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, Line 4, or Form 990-22, Part VI, line 4? Activities), then is Section 501(c)(3) organizations that nave ?ied Form 57% (election under section 501 Comoiete Part Do not complete Part to Section 50182313) organizations that have NOT ?led Fonn 5768 {election under section an Complete Peri il?B Do not compiete Part ILA. lithe organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, Line 5 [Proxy Tax} {see separate instructions] or Form 990-57., Part V, line 35c {Proxy Tax] [see separate instructional, then in Section 501mm}, or organizations: Complete Part Name of the organization Employer identi?cation number Americans for Prosperity Foundation 52-152?2?4 Parr Complete if the organization is; womnt under section 5010:) or is a section 52? organization. 1 Provide a description of the organization?s direct and indirect pounce: campaign activities in ?art 1v (see instructions for de?nition of ?politioal tampoign activities?) 2 Politico! campaign nativity expenditures (see instructions) 3* 3 Volunteer hours for political campalgn [see instructions) Port Hi Compiete 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 in 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 ?le Form 4720 for this year? Yes No 4a Ween correction made? Yes No I: If "Yes,? describe In Part Iv. mm; H: Complete if the organization is exams): under section 501(c}, except section 501(c)( 3). 1 Enter the amount direcdy expended by the filing organization for section 527 exempt function activities 2 Enter the amount of the orga nization's funds contributed to other organizations for Section 527 exempt function activities br- s; 3 Total exempt function expenditures. Add ?nes i and 2. Enter here and on Form iine 17b is 5; Did the ?iing organization ?le Form llzo-PGL for this year? a Yes In No Enter the names, addresses and employer identification number (an) of all section 52? poiiticai organizations to which the filing organization made payments. For each organization listed, enter the amount: paid from the: organization's funds. Also enter the amount of political connibutions received that were and direotly delivered to a separate ooti?dcai organization, such as a separate segregated fund or a political action committee (PAC). If additional spec: is needed, provide information in Part IV. Name {13) Address Em Amount paid from Amount of organization?s political contributions funds. If none, enter received and promotiy and directly delivered to a separate political organization. if none, enter 1 3 4 6 For Paperwork nedriulon Art Notice. see the instructions [or Form 990 or goo?E2. Cat. No. 590343 531.911.1143 (3 (pom; 990 0: 990-52) 2019 12/2i? 20 19 Schedule (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2018 Part II-A section 501(h)). Page 27 0f 43 Page 2 Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c)(3) and filed Form 5768 (election under A Check 3. El 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 3? El if the filing organization checked box A and "limited control" provisions apply. Filing Affiliated Limits on Lobbying Expenditures organization's group totals (The term "expenditures" means amounts paid or incurred.) totals 1a Total lobbying expenditures to influence public opinion (grass roots lobbying) Total lobbying expenditures to influence a legislative body (direct lobbying) 0 Total lobbying expenditures (add lines 1a and 1b) 0 Other exempt purpose expenditures 18,836,165 Total exempt purpose expenditures (add lines 1c and id) 18,836,165 Lobbying nontaxable amount. Enter the amount from the following table in both 1 000 000 columns. If the amount on line 1e, column or is: IThe lobbying nontaxable amount is: 1 Not over $500,000 of the amount on line 1e. 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. 9 Grassroots nontaxable amount (enter 25% of line 1f) 250,000 Subtract line 1g from line 1a. If zero or less, enter -0-. i Subtract line if from line 1c. If zero or less, enter -0-. i If there is an amount other than zero on either line lb or line 1i, did the organization file Form 4720 reporting El Yes No section 4911 tax for this year? 4-Year Averaging Period Under section 501(h) (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 Za through 2f.) Lobbying Expenditures During 4-Year Averaging Period Calendar year (or fiscal year . . . al beginning In) 2015 2016 2017 2018 Tot 2a Lobbying nontaxable amount 1,000,000 1,000,000 1,000,000 1,000,000 4,000,000 Lobbying ceiling amount 6,000,000 [150% of line Ea, c050mn(e}} Total lobbying expenditures :1 Grassroots nontaxable amount 250,000 250.000 250,000 250,000 1,000,000 Grassroots ceiling amount 1,500,000 {150% of line 20, column Grassroots lobbying expenditures Schedule (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2018 12/2/20] 9 Page 28 01?43 Schedule [Form 990 or BQO-EZ) 2018 Page 3 Pain Sin-{t Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c)(3) and has NOT filed Form 5?68 (election under section 5011110). For each "Yes" response on lines Ia through If below, provide in Pant IV a detailed description of the lobbying activity Yes 0 Amount 1 ?111an the year, did the filing organization attempt to influence foreign, national. state or local ieglsiatlon. including any attempt to influence public opinion on a legislative matter or referendum, through the use of: a Volunteers?? Paid staff or management (include compensation in expenses reported on "line;- 11: "through ll)? Media advertisements?? .. - Mailings to members, legislators, or the public? 6 Publications, or published or broadcast statements? Grants to other organizations foriobbying purposes?" .. . 9 Direct contact with legislators, their staffs govarnrnent officials, or a legislative hotly? Rallies, demonstrations, seminars, conventions, speeches, lectures, or any similar means? 1. O?mr activities? .. 1' Total, Add lines It. through 1i ., .. 23 Did the activities in line 1 cause the organization to be not described in Section If ?Yon,? 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 It! If the filing organization incurred a section 4912 tax, did it ?le Form 4720 for this year? ?3811; 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 (99% or more) dues received pended uctible by members? 1 2. Did the organization make oniy in?house lobbying expenditures of $23110 or less? 2 3 Did the organization agree to carry over lobbying and political expenditures from the prior year? -- .. 3 Port 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 A, lines 1 and 2, are answered "No" 6R Part line 3 is answered ?Yes" 1 Does, assemments and similar amounts from 1 2 Section 152(e) nondeductible lobbying and political expenditures (?ow not "include amounts: of political" expenses for which the soction 5276) tax was paid). a Current year 23 Carryover from last year I: Total" .. 2t: :3 Aggregate amount reported in section 6033(e)(1)(A) notices of nondeductitile section ?162(e} dues . 3 4 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 canyover to the reasonable estimate of nondeductiblr: lobbying and political expenditure next year? . 4 5 Taxable amount of lobbying and political expenditures [see instructions} 5 Part it} Supplemental Information Provide the descriptions required for Parti- -A, line 1; Part Ha line 4; Part l- l: line 5; Part (af?liated group list}; Part II-A, lines 1 and 2 {me Instructions), and Part II line 1. Alan, complete this part for any additional Information. Ration Reference Explanation Form Schedule expenditures during the tax year ended 121'311'1 a. 1112 organization has an election under section 501th) in effect, however it did not have any lobbying Schedule (2 {form 990 or 990a} 2018 12f2f2019 Page 30 of 43 leriie GRAPHIC print DO NOT PROCESS ORIGINAL - Production 1 our: 93493319057039] SCHEDULE . OMB No. 1545-0047 (Form 9.90) Supplemental Fmancral Statements ?Compiete if the organization answered "Yes," on Form 990, Part IV, line 6, 7, 8, 9, 10,: 113, 111), 11C, 1141,1112, 11f, 12a, or Attach to Form 990. Upon to iniemai 3* Go to for the latest information. I I I?tltt I ion ?ame of the organization Employer identification number Amerimna for Prosperity Foundation 52-1527294 Dart i Organizations Maintaining Donor Advised Funds or Other Similar Funds or Accounts. Compieta it the organization answered "Yea" on Form 990, Part IV, line o. Donor advised funds (bit?undo and other accounts Tote! number at end of year Aggregate value of contributions to (during yea r} Aggregate value at and of year 1 2 3 Aggregate value of grants from (during yea r) 4 5 Did the organization inform ail donors and donor advisers in writing that the assets held in donor advised funds are the organization?s property, subject to the organization's exclusive legal contortDid the organization inform ail grantees donors and donor advisors in writing that grant funds can be used oniv for charitable purposes and not for the bene?t of the donor or donor adleor or for any other purpose conferring impermisslhie private bene?t? a Yes No Port 11 Conservation Easements. Complete if the organization onswezed ?Yes" on Form 990. Part W, line T. 1 Purposets) of conservation easements heid by the organization [check all that apply). Preservation of land for public use recreation or education) Preservation of an historically important land area if! Protection of natural {habitat Preservation of a certi?ed historic structure Preservation of open Space 2 Complete lines 2a through 2d if the organization heid a quali?ed conservation contribution in the form of a conservation easement on the last day ofthe tax year. Held at the End of the Year a Total number of conservation easements 2a 1; Total acreage restricted by conservation easements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Number of conservation easements on a certified historic structure included in 2c Number of conservation easements induded in acquired after 725185, and not: on a hietoric 25 structure listed in the Nationai Register . 3 Number of conservation easements modi?ed, transferred, released, extinguished, or terminated by the organization during the tax year 4 Number of states where property subject to conservation easement is located 5 Does the organization have a written oniicy regarding the periodic monitoring, inspection, handling of violations and enforcement ofthe conservation easements it holdsstaff and voiuntoar hours devoted to monitoring, inspecting, handling of vioiations, and enforcing conservation easements during the year 7 Amount of expenses incurred in monitoring, inspecting, handling of violations, and enforcing conservation easements during the year a? 8 Does each conservation easement reported on line 2(d) above.- satisfy the requirements of erection and section Yes a No 9 to ?art describe how the organization reports conservatiori easements- in its revenue and expense statement, and balance sheet, and include, if applicable, the text of the footnote to the organization's ?nancial statements that describes the organization's accounting for conservation easements. Wort HI Organizations Maintaining Collections of Art, Historicai Treasures, or Either Similar Assets. Complete if the organization answered ?Yes? on Form 990, Part IV, line 8. 13 If the organization elected, as permitted under SEAS 1 16 (As: 958), not to report in its revenue statement and haiance sheet works of art, historical treasures, or other similar asseto heid for public exhibition, education, or research in furtherance of public service. provide, in Part Km, the text of the footnote to its ?nancial statements that describes these items. If the organization elected as permitted under SFAS 116 (ASC 958)? to report In its revenue statement and street works of art historicai treasures, or other similar assets heid for public exhibition education, or research in furtheranoe of public service, provide the following amounts relating to these items: Revenue inducted on Form 990, Part iine 1 . . . . (ti)Assets included in Form 990, Part . . . . . . . lb 3 2 If the organization received or held works of art historical treasures, or other similar assets for financier gain, provide the following amounts required to be reported under SFAS 116 (ASC 953) relating to mesa items: 3 Revenue included on Form Assets included in Form 9.90, Part . - . . . . av For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990. Cat. No. 52283D Schedoie (Form 99 O) 2018 1 2/320 1 9 Schedule (Form 990) 2018 Part 3 Page 31 of 43 Page 2 Organizations Maintaining Collections of Art, Historical Treasures, or Other Similar Assets {continued} Using the organization?s acquisition, accession, and other records, check any of the following that are a significant use of its collection items (check all that apply): a Public exhibition Loan or exchange programs Scholarly research 3 Other Preservation for future generations 4 Provide a description of the organization?s collections and explain how they further the organization?s exempt purpose in Part 5 During the year, did the organization solicit or receive donations of art, historical treasures or other similar assets to be sold to raise funds rather than to be maintained as part of the organization?s collection?. Yes No Part IV Escrow and Custodial Arrangements. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 9, or reported an amount on Form 990, Part X, line 21. 13 Is the organization an agent, trustee, custodian or other intermediary for contributions or other assets not included on Form 990, Part . Yes No If "Yes," explain the arrangement in Part and complete the following table: Amount Beginning balance . 1?3 Additions during the year. 1" Distributions during the year . 16 1' Ending balance . 1f 2a Did the organization include an amount on Form 990, Part X, line 21, for escrow or custodial account liability?Yes," explain the arrangement in Part Check here if the explanation has been provided in Part . . . . Part Endowment Funds. Complete if the organization answered on Form 990, Part IV, line 10. (a)Current year (b)Prior year (c)Two years back (d)Three years back (e}Four years back 1a Beginning of year balance . . . 1) Contributions . . . Net investment earnings, gains, and losses Grants or scholarships . . . Other expenditures for facilities and programs . . . Administrative expenses . . . . 9 End of year balance . . . . . . 2 Provide the estimated percentage of the current year end balance (line lg, column held as: Board designated or quasi-endOWment Permanent endowment it Temporarily restricted endowment} The percentages on lines 2a, 2b, and2cshouldequal100?lo Ba Are there endowment funds not in the possession of the organization that are held and administered for the organization by: Yes No unrelated organizations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33(i) (ii) related organizations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3a(ii) If "Yes" on 3a(ii), are the related organizations listed as required on Schedule . . . . . . . . 3b 4 Describe in Part the intended uses of the organization's endowment funds. Part VI Land, Buildings, and Equipment. Complete if the or anization ansWered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 11a. See Form 990, Part X, line 10. Description of property (3) Cost or other basis (investment) Cost or other basis (other) Accumulated depreciation Book value laLand. . . .. bBuildings . . . . Leasehold improvements 134,735 103,031 31,704 Equipment 688,726 653,243 35,433 2 Other . 353,362 353,335 27 Total. Add lines 1a through 1e.(Column must equal Form 990, Part X, column (B), line . . 67,214 Schedule (Form 990) 2018 12/2/2019 Page 32 01?43 Schedule {Form 990) 2018 Page 3 pin-I. VII Investments?Elmer Securities. Complete if the arganization answm'ecl "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line See Form 990, Part X, line 12. Description of seaurlty nr category Method of valuation: {induding name of security) Book Cost or end?of?vear market value vaiue (1) Financial derivatives . . . . (2) dosely-heltf equity interests . . . (3)0ther (A) (C) {El (H) Total. (Column mast equal Rum 990, Partig cw. (81517312.) ?32m: VEH Investments?Program Related. Complete if the organization answered ?Yes' on Fem 990, 953 IV, line 11c. See Form 990, Part'x, line 13. ?escription of investment Book value of valuatlon: Cost er end?nf? market values (1) (13} (4) (5) {a Tami. (Column mast equal Rim: 990, Pad 1, mLfl-l) fine 13,) [Hips 22?2120 1 9 Page 33 of ?13 .. ?333?: ?31 Other Assets. Gem eke if the answered 'Yes? on Form 9% Part IV line 11d. See Form 990. Part K. line 15. Book value 131,119 28"? 223-4 Due from [El l4} l5} l5} l7} l8} Totai. Calunm must Form 990, Part1: col 3 line ?an Other Liabilities. Complete if the organization answered "r?es? on Form 990, Part IV, line 119 or 11?. See Form 990. Part X, line 25. 1, Description ofiiability Book value Federal income taxes Due to sulnusndiar?l.l 914,392 Deferred rent 3,035,345 (3) (4) (5) Total- {Coinmn {12) must equal Form 9911, Part x, mus) Hm! 25.) 3350.733 2. Liability fer uncertain tax positions. In Part provide the text of the footnote t0 the organization?s ?nanciai staten'ients that reports the organization's liability for uncertain tax poeitiuns under HR 48 740}. Check here if the text of the footnote has been provided In Part [3 Schedule (Form 990} 20:18 1 2f2i2019 Schedule (Form 990) 2018 Page 34 of 43 Page 4 Part XI Reconciliation of Revenue per Audited Financial Statements With Revenue per Return Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' on Form 990, Part IV, line 12a. 1 Total revenue, gains, and other support per audited financial statements . 1 2 Amounts included on line 1 but not on Form 990, Part line 12: a Net unrealized gains (losses) on investments . . . . 2a Donated services and use of facilities . . . . . . . . . 2b Recoveries of prior year grants . . . . . . . . . . . 2c Other (Describe in Part . . . . . . . . . . . . 2d Add lines 2a through Subtract line 2e from line Amounts included on Form 990, Part line 12, but not on line 1: a Investment expenses not included on Form 990, Part line 7b . 4a Other (Describe in Part . . . . . . . . . . . 4b Add lines Total revenue. Add lines 3 and 4c. (This must equal Form 990, Part 1, line 12.) . . 5 Part XII Reconciliation of Expenses per Audited Financial Statements With Expenses per Return. Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' on Form 990. Part IV, line 12a. Total expenses and losses per audited financial statements . . . . . 1 2 Amounts included on line 1 but not on Form 990, Part IX, line 25: a Donated services and use of facilities . . . . . . . . . 2a Prior year adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . 2b Other losses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2c Other (Describe in Part . . . . . . . . . . . . 2d Add lines 2a through Subtract line 2e from line Amounts included on Form 990, Part IX, line 25, but not on line 1: a Investment expenses not included on Form 990, Part line 7b . . 4a Other (Describe in Part . . . . . . . . . . . . 4b Add lines Total expenses. Add lines 3 and 4c. (This must equal Form 990, Part 1, line 18.} . . . . 5 Return Reference Explanation Schedule (Form 990) 2018 12/2/2019 Page 3610f43 lefile GRAN-IR: print - DO NOT PROCESS DATA - Production I DLN: 934933 19057039? Schedule Transactions with interested Persons MB [Form 990 or 990452} Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, ?nes 253, 251), 26, 27, 28a, or 28c, or Form 990-EZ, Part V, ?ne 383 or 4011. PAttach to Form 990 or Form 996-132for the latest information. Departmental'ihe Treaswy Open LU lniemal Rwenue ?ernce ?repetition Name of the organization Employer identification number Americans for Prosperity Foundation 52' 1527294 Part Excess Benefit Transactions (section section 501(c)(4), and 501(c}(29) organizations only). Complete if the organization answered ?Yes? on Form 990, Part W, line 25a or 25h. or Form min??2, Part V, line 40b. 1 Name of disquaii?ed person Relationship hetweer: diequali?ed person and Description of (ti) Corrected? organization transaction YES NO 2 Enter the amount of tax incurred by organization managers or disquali?ed persons during the year under section 3 Enter the amount of tax, if any, on line 2, above, reimbursed by the organization . . . . . . . . I @?art 11 Loans to andior Interested Persons. Complete if the organization answered ?Yes" on Form 990432, Part v, line 38a, or Form 9913, Part IV, line 26: or if the organization reported an amount on Form Part it. fine 5. E, or 22 Name of Relationship Purpose Loan to or fromthe (e10riglnal {??alance (911:: (?Written interested person with organization offoan organixatwn? principal due default? Approved by agreement? amount board or Committee? To 'f-"rom Yes No Yes No Yes No Total F1- Part 3? Grants or Assistance Benefiting Interested Persons. Complete if the organization answered ?Ye-5" on 990, Part IV, iine lizames of interested person Relationship between Amount of assistance Type of assistame Purpose of assistance interested person and the organization FM Paperwork Reduction ALI Notice. see the Instructions for Form 990 or Sign-E2. Cat. 940. SMEGA Wok: {Form 993 or 999.3) 2018 121W 2 0 19 Schedule (Form 990 or 990-E2) 2018 Page 37 of 43 Page 2 Part IV Business Transactions Involving Interested Persons. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 283, 28b, or 28:. Name of interested perSOn Relationship Amount of Description of transaction Sharing between interested transaction of person and the organization's organization revenues? Yes No (1) IPO Controlled entity of 1,546,848 Fees paid for media services No substantial contributor, The Seminar Network Part Supplemental Information Provide additional information for responses to questions on Schedule {see instructions}. Return Reference Schedule L, Part IV Explanation Per the IRS instructions, a 35% controlled entity of a substantial contributor is required to be disclosed on Schedule L, Part IV. Therefore, IPO has been included in accordance with the instructions. Schedule (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2018 12/2/2019 Page. 39 of 43 93493329057039 [efile GRAPHIC print - DID NOT PROCESS I ORIGINAL DATA - Production I QLN: SCHEDULE . . Form 990, Noncash Contributions htoninlet?e if the organizations answered "Yes" on Form 990. Part IV, lines 29 or 30. 1? Attach to Form 990. bGo to for the latest information. Iniiumsi ?mm?imioe OMB No. 1545-0047 2018 (mm: i?islrlir I Name of the organization Amer cans For Wasn't}! Foundation 52-152Y1294 Part i Types of Pronertv Employer identification number Check if applicable Number of contributions or items contributed it} Noncaah contribution amounts reported on Form 990* Part VIE, iine 1Q Method of determining noncash contribution amounts Art?Works of art I a 2 Art?Historian! treasures I Art?Fractional interests .- ?anks and pub?catiom I Clothing and household goods Cars and other vehicles Boats and pianos . . property Securities?Publicly traded . 652,696 price Samarium?Closely hekl stock . LLC, or trust interests . Securities?Misceilanonus . Quali?ed conservation mumbqun?Histonc structures I I I 14 Quali?ed conservation contribution?other . 15 Real estato?Residentiai 16 Real estate?Command 17 Real estate?Other 18 Coliectibles . . . 19 . Food inventory . 2t! Drugs and modicai supplies 22 Historical artifacts . . 23 menti?o Sp?d?i?tm . . 24 Archeological artifacts . . Dtherh 26 Other 27 Otheriq otherbi 29 Number of forms 8283 waived by the organization timing the tax year for contributions for which the organization completed Form 8283, Part w, Danae Aclniowiodgement 29 3021 During the year r, did the organization {Halve by contribution anyr property reported in Part I, lines 1 through 28, mat it must hold for at least three years from the date of the initial contribution, and which is not required to be used for exempt purposes forthe entire hoiding perioddescribe the arrangement in Part. II. 31 31a Does the organization have a gift acceptance policy that requires the review of any nonstandard contributions? Does the organization hire or use third nar?ties or related organizations to solicit, process, or sell noncash contributions? . If ?Yes,? desmbe in Part II. If the organization did not report an amount in column for a type of property for which column is checked, describe in Part For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see theI Instructions for Form 990. list. No. 5122?: modulo (form 990) (2018) 12f2f2019 Schedule (Form 990) (2018) Page 40 of 43 Page 2 Part 11 Supplemental Information. Provide the information required by Part I, lines 30b, 32b, and 33, and whether the organization is reporting in Part 1, column the number of contributions, the number of items received, or a combination of both. Also complete this part for any additionai information. Return Reference Part I, Column Explanation The number of contributions represent the number of contributions received, not the number of items donated. Schedule (Form 990) (2018) 12/2/20] 9 Page 42 .of 43 l?file GMPHIC print oo nor PROCESS onrornnr. DATA Production I oLN:os4ossloosrosol SCHEDULE 0 (Form 990 or sea-E2} Depertm-enl o! the Treasury Internal Revenue Samoa Supplemental Information to Form 990 or 990-EZ Complete to provide information for responses to speci?c questions on Form 990 or 990-EZ or to provide any additional lotormation. ?r Attach to Form 990 or 990?132. Go to for the latest information. 2018 Soon to I?libiic Euspur lion OMB No. 15450047 Name of the organization Amer cone for Prosperity Foundation Employer identification number 52?15272!? Return Explanation Reference Form 990, Certain employees of Americans for Prosperity Foundation may perfonn services for Americans for Prosperity, a related Part Lino organization, through a service contract between the organizations where the service recapranl organization owe the service Ea. Part Vll, provider organization arm?s length payments [or each services; and certain employees of Americans tor Prosperity may perform Part IX. Lines services forAmericans for Prosperity Fomdation thmugh a service contract between the organizations where the service recipient 1 and organization pays the service provider organization arm's length payments for such services To re?ect the service arrangement, Schedule .1 compensation has been shown in proportion to the horns provided by rlspoctrve organization omplovees in proportion to the hours performed for each organization through the service contracts and aggregate compensation amounts are reported on the employees' Form W-2 issued by his or her employer. Form 99D, The bylaws were updated to reflect ihe organization's name as changed through in a previous ??ng year. Board member Part VI, requirements and of?cer were also updawd, Section A, 5 line 4 Form 990, The members. have the right to elect and remove the directors of Americans for Prosperity Foundation. Part VI, Section A, line To Form 996, The Form 990 is prepared by an independent CPA ?rm The Treasurer and General Counsel review in detail Form 990 prior to Part VI. sending to the board. The 998 is then distributed to the aodit committee, acting on behalf of the board for review and questions Section 8, prior to ?ling with the IRS- line 1 1h Form 993, The organization has in place a con?ict of interest policy covering all stair, directors and of?cers that it monitors through the 3 Part quarterly meetings of the Board of Directors? Audit Committee and an annual employee sway. Should a con?ict be disclosed, it is Section B, addressed by company management or the board, as appropriate. tine 12c 3 Form 99D, Line 15a - The President Eh Gide-f Executive Of?cers compensation is reviewed and approved by the halyard~ Comparability date is Part Vi, used and this process is documented in the empiovee?s personnel ?le. Line 1513 The President Chief Executive Of?cer reviews Section compensation for of?cers and other key employees. Suhstan?ation of compensation is included in persoonel ?les. This process line. i 5 was last completed during the tax year forail of?cers otthe organization. Form 990, The organization makes ava?ahie to the public documents required by law to be made publiciy available in accordance with 1R5 Part VI, prmdores. Section C, line 19 Form 990. The organization has a policy whereby all contributed securities are immediately sold through the broker that receives those Part Line commotion. on the organization?s behalf. Tami mm 990. in accordance with the principles of FASB ASU 2016-14 (A53 958mm organization has impiemeoted required changes to its Port x, Lines audited ?nancial statements for the period ended To date, Form 990 and its associated schedules have not been 2129: updated to reflect changes made by this standard. Thus, we have reported the revised net asset categories from the audited financial statements as fellows on Form 990, Part X, Lines 27-29: Line 2? - Net assets without donor restrictions $2,288,794 Line 29 - Net assets with donor restrictions $1,068,579 Total net assets $3,357,334 Form 990, The organization?s Audit Committee assumes reopens bility for oversight of the out?t of its ?nancial statements and selection of its 5 Part XII, Line independent accountant. This process has not changed since the prior year. 2: For Page-mock Reduction Ml Ho?cE. sea the tor Form or Cat. No. SIDSBK Schedule {Form 99% 2MB 12f2l2019 [efiie GRAPHIC print no nor PROCESS 1 ORIGINAL DATA - Production] Note: To capiure the full content of this document, please select landscape mode {11" when printing. Grants and Other Assistance to Organizations, Governments and individuais in the United States Complete if the organization answered "Yes,? on Farm 999, Part IV, ?ne 21 or 22. mm 0;me VAttach t0 Form 9961 Treasury ?r Go to our Form-99G for the fates: information. Internai Hermes 53W as Page 1 of 15 DLN: 93493319057039I 0M8 NO. 2018 Open in Qiabiir Ins-{mt {Eon Name of me organization Mericans for Prosperity Foundation 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. digibliity for the grants or assistance, anti the selection criteria aged to award the gram: or assistance?. - Ir 0 1 2 Describe in Part IV the organization 5 pmcezitn?es for mniton?ng the use of grant funds in the United Stata. - Employer identi?cation number mm. Clue Ra? Grants and Other Assismuce to aomes?c Organizations and Domestic Governments. Compiete if the organization answered "Yes? on Form 990, Part W, ?ne 21, for any recipient that received mm than $5,3oo. Part 11 can be duplicated if additional Space is needed- Name and of Cb} em TRC section {If} Amnt of cash Marmot a? non? (fJ Method of valuation organization (If applicable] giant cash {book FEW, appmi?i, noncash or government assistance omer} Purpose of grant or assistance John Masher Institute 26-26391 14 25,338 For Pubiic Policy 44 Mif?in Street Ste 201 Madison, WI 53703 Program Support SM Wright Foundation 31461 31?? 501(cM3} 18,000 9213 Sovereign Row Dailas.TX 3'524? Program 511me 2 Enter iota: number of section 561(c)(3) and government organizations iiste? in the tine 1 table . 3 Enter totai number of other organizations ?sied in the ?ne 1 table . For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Fem 990cm. ND. sup gow'me 5 pro xyipriat Sub 2 Scheduie I 9913) 2018 12f2f2019' Page 2 of 15 Schedule I [Form 990} 2018 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 snace is needed. Type of grant or assistance Number of Amount of Amount of Method of valuation (book, Description of noncash assistance recipients cash grant noncash assistance FMV, appraisal, other) (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) Return Reference Explanation Part 1, Line 2: Grant funds were paid pursuant to an agreement requiring the recipient to expend the funds exclusively for 501(c)(3) purposes and may require the grantee to furnish a report to the organization describing the charitable activities in connection with the organization's programs fulfilled by the use of the grant funds. The organization reviews the recipient's Form 990, IRS tax-exemption letter, articles of incorporation, lay-laws, and validates the recipient's tax ID Schedule I [Farm 990) 2018 ://eup.eps.irs. 12/2/2019 le?le GRAPHIC print - DD NUT PROCESS I ORIGINAL DATA 4 Productian a 9m: 93493319057839f Schedute Compensation Information 0MB 154541947 (Farm 999} - certam Officers, Trustees, Key Employees, and Highest Compensated Empiawes Attach to Form 990. 3 Cmupiete if the organization answered ?Yes" on Form 998, Part xv, line 23. 2 0 1 8 Waf?n?mzy Go to fox instructitms and the fates! information. ?pen ti} Pu Mir: Inspettirm ?ame of the organization Empioyer identi?cation number Mm; for PFOSOEITW Foundat'mn 52 4523394 Part I Questions Regarding Campensatinn YES 1a check the appropiate hexl?es) if the organization provided any of the following to arr for a person listed on Form 999, Part VII, Section A, line la. Compiete Part to pruvide any relevant Enigmatic?: regarding these items. First?dass ar charter travei Housing allowance or mamme far personal use 5 Travel for companions 3 mm for business use of permnal restdeme Tax idemf?mn and gross?up payments i3 Realm or social dub dues or initiation fees E3 ?im?onaw spending amt Permal services maid, dwauffeur, chef} If any 10me homes in ?ne la are merited did the arganization fallow a milieu whcy mgarding payment or reimbursement or prowslon of all of the expenses desmbed above? If complete Part ta: explain. . . 1b Yes 2 Did the organizatian require sahstantiatm prim to rehabmsing or ailowiag expenses by all 2 YES directors trustees af?cen; including the CEQfExectztive Director regarding the items dmeckad in line 13?. 3 Indicate which, if any, of the fu?awing the ?ling organization used to atab?sh the compensatiori (If the organization's CEOZExecutjve threaten Check all that apply. 00 not attack any boxa for methods used by a related organization to ehablish compensation of the CEOJExecutlve Birecmr, but expfain in Part Gompensa?on cummittee Written employment com-act ?3 Independent compensation consultant Compensation survey or study Farm 993 of other organizations Approval by the board or mmpensation commilxee 4 During the year, did any person listed on Form 990, PartV?, Seating: A, the 13:, with respect to the filing urganiza?nn era related organiza?an: a Receives severanceParticipanein or receivepaymenz from,awpgfememal mummi?ed retirement planParticipate in 01? receive payment from, an equity-based mpensa?on arrangemeat?Yes? to any of lines 431:. list the gem and pro?de the applicahfe amounts for each item in Fart 00hr 5010c) and organizations must complete fines 5-9. 5 For persons listed an Farm 990, Part VII, Section A, fine 13, the organization pay or accrue any compensation cantingent on the revenues of; 53 N0 51) if ?Yes,? on lineSaaer, desc?hem Part 6 For parsons listed on form 996, Part VII, Section A, line lag? did the: organiza?on pay or accme any compensation mntingent on the net earnings of: 63 2% AnyreiatedorganizationIf?Yesf milne?aorsb Page 4 of IS Page 5 of 15 7 For persons listed on Form 990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a, did the organization provide any nonfixed payments not described in lines 5 and 6? If "Yes," describe in Part . . . . . . . . . . . . 31* Yes 8 Were any amounls reported on Form 990, Part VII, paid or accured pursuant to a contract that was subject to the initial contract exception described in Regulations section If "Yes," describe 8 No 9 If "Yes" on line 8, did the organization also follow the rebuttable presumption procedure described in Regulations section . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990. Cat. No. SDDEET Schedule [Farm 990) 2018 12/2/2019 Schedule (Form 990) 2018 Page 6 0f15 Page 2 Part II Officers, Directors, Trustees, Key Employees, and Highest Compensated Employees. Use duplicate copies if additional space is needed. For each individual whose compensation must be reported on Schedule J, report compensation from the organization on row and from related organizations, described in the instructions, on row Do not list any individuals that are not listed on Form 990, Part VII. Note. The sum of columns for each listed indivldual must equal the total amount of Form 990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a, applicable column and (E) amounts for that individua (A) Name and Title (B) Breakdown of W-2 and/or 1099-MISC compensation Base compensation (ii) Bonus 81 incentive compensation Other reportable compensation (C) Retirement and other deferred compensation (D) Nontaxable benefits (E) Total of columns (F) Compensation In column (B) reported as deferred on prior Form 990 1Emily Seidel President Chief Executive Of?cer 166,972 you. 127,500 297,500 36 84 1,509 3,522 9,293 21,684 209,898 489,762 2V ctor Bernson Secretary, VP General Counsel 64,824 151,256 83 193 84,572 197,332 3Chase Downham Sr. VP State Ops Grassroots Strat. 55,133 ??r-rn?q-pa 128,657 29 67 16,592 249,356 4Teresa Oelke Senior VP of State Ops. (part year) 26,131 60,974 19,152 44,688 3,725 50,632 118,143 SSlade O'Brien VP, GrassrooE Leadership 146,277 76,500 8,500 464 52 260,712 6David Johnson Sr. Director of Training/Cir. Dev. 118,804 13,200 45,000 167,076 43,680 7Daniel Garza Executive Director 25,500 ubnuotd-u 59,500 91,056 212,462 sJorge Senior VP of Policy 123,808 97,730 228,039 QBrent Gardner Government Affairs 59,030 137,735 87,500 103,994 242,652 See Additional Data Table Schedule (Form 990) 2018 12/2/2019 Page 7 of 15 Schedule] (Form 990) 2018 Page 3 Part 11! Supplemental Information Provide the information, explanation, or descriptions required for Part I, line-1 1a, 1b. 3. 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b. Ga. 5b.. 7. and 8. and for Part II. Also complete this part for an; additional information. Return Reference Part 1, Line 1a Explanation First class travel may be provided if there are last minute flight changes or there is no other available travel alternative. All travel is for a bona ?de business purpose. Part 1. Line 4a Ten?sa Oelke, Senior VP of State Operations, received a separation of services payment in the amount of $63,750. Part 1, Line 7 The organization pays out discretionarv bonuses. Schedule (Form 990) 2018 12/2/20 19 Additional Data Software ID: Software Version: EIN: Name: 52-1527294 Americans for Prosperity Foundation Form 990, Schedule J, Part II - Of?cers, Directors, Trustees, Key Employees, and Highest Compensated Employees Page 8 of 15 (A) Name and Title (3) Breakdown of and/or 1099-MISC compensation Base Compensation (ii) Bonus incentive compensation Other reportable compensation (C) Retirement and other deferred compensation (D) Nontaxable benefits (E) Total of columns (F) Compensation in column (B) reported as deferred on prior Form 990 1Emily Seidel (I) President Chief Executive Officer 166,972 127,500 297,500 36 84 209,898 489.762 2V ctor Bernson Secretary, VP General Counsel (1i) 64,824 151,256 12,000 28.000 83 Inn-I-iu-u-II 193 84,572 197,332 3Chase Downham (L) Sr. VP State Ops Grassroots Strat. (ii) 128,657 42,000 29 107,081 249,856 4Teresa Oelke Senior VP of State Ops. (part year) (ii) 26,131 60,974 50,632 118,143 SSIade O'Brien (I) VP, Grassroots Leadership (ii) 146,277 260,712 28,968 GDavid Johnson Sr. Director of Training/Cir. Dev. 00 446 167,076 7Daniel Garza Executive Director (ii) 59,666 139,220 25,500 59,500 91,056 212,462 SJorge Lima Senior VP of Policy (iI) 53,060 123,808 31,500 73,500 76 228,039 QBrent Gardner (1) VP/Government Affairs 01') 59,030 137,735 32 76 10,689 103,994 242,652 12/2/2019 le?re GRAPHIC print DO NOT peecess ORIGINAL DATA - Production Page 9 of 15 BLN: 934933 19357039; OMB N0. 1545-0047 SCHEDULE Related Organizations and Unreiated Partnerships 201 8 (Form 990) in Com piete ifme organization answered ?Yes" on Farm 999, Part IV, Sine 33, 34, 35b, 36, or Attach to Form 990. tcf?m {a for instructions and the iatest information. Inks-Ed Revenue Service Um tn Purim?" it; lnspeclim; Name of the organization Amer cans for Pmseeritv Foundation Employer identi?cation number Bil-?52734 9am Identification of Disregarded Entities Compiete if the organization answerer} ?Yes? 011 Form 999, 9art IV, line 33? ??33 ('11 Tau-:1 income En?-of-year amets Direct memlling Name, adc?rms, and an ?f app?cabie} ofdimegarded entity Primary 506v ty iagaa darn cile (State or Foreign country} em 93% II I?emi?catian of Related Tax?Exempt Organizations Cemplete ?fthe organization answered ?Yes? on Form 990, Part IV, line 34 because it had one or more reiated tax-exampt organizations during the tax year. Name, a?drees, and an of related arganizam Primary ac?vity Leger {ism ciie {513m Exempt sect an orfmelg" mum] if} . Publc charts! status Direct mtm?ng Section 512:3; (if sedan Betty {13: mntreilee entity? Yes Ho {Khmer-inns for Prosperity laminate and mabilize Di: 561(c)(4) Citizens 1326 Courthouse Rd Ste 700 Mington, V8 22201 75-3143958 Americans for Framer?: N0 Foundation {2m ta? Leada's Inc imm cram DE 501(c)(3) Wm 35% Ste 102-533 Adingmn, VA 222m 43?- 3-1 38079 Line 9? The Seminar Newark No Chamber of Ccmmerce Seminar dumber 3f Commerce Futile: eduation 3E 501(c)(6) 2300 Wilson Ste son Magma, VA 2229i MD MA 125232029 Page 10 0f15 For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990. Cat. No. 50135Y Schedule (Form 990) 2018 12/2/2019 Schedule (Form 990) 2018 Page 11 of 15 Page 2 Part 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. it!) Direct controlling entity Primary activity (C) Legal domicile (state or foreign country) Name, address, and EIN of related organization (0 Share of Predominant income(related, unrelated, excluded from tax under sections 512- 514) total income (9) Share of end-of?year assets Disproprtaonate allocat ons? Yes No Code V-UBI amount in he): 20 of Schedule K-1 (Form 1065) General or managing partner? Yes No ?0 Percentage ownership Part IV 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 organizations treated as a corporation or trust during the tax year. (C) Legal domicile (state or foreign country) Primary activity Name, address, and EIN of related organization Direct controlling entity Type of ent ty (C corp, corp, or trust) 0? (0 Share of total Income (9) year assets Share of end-of- Percentage ownership {ii Sect on 51203) (13) controlled entity? Yes No INC Holding Company DE 2200 Wilson Ste 500 Arlington, VA 22201 46-3335308 No DE INC Consulting 2300 Wilson Ste 500 Arlington, VA 22201 46-3309110 No INC Consulting DE 2200 Wilson Ste 500 Arlington, VA 22201 46-3325739 No Holding Company DE 2300 Wilson Ste 500 Arlington, VA 22201 45-3 147042 NO Schedule (Form 990) 2018 12/2/2019 Page 12 of 15 Schedule (Form 990) 2018 Page 3 Part Transactions With Related Organizations Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 34, 35b, or 36. I Yes No Note. Complete line 1 if any entity is listed in Parts 11, or IV of this schedule. 1 During the tax year, did the orgranization 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 to related organization(Gift, grant, or capital contribution from related organization(Loans or loan guarantees to or for related organization(Loans orloan guarantees by related organization(Dividends from related organization(Sale of assets to related organization(Purchase of assets from related organization(Exchange of assets with related organization(Lease of facilities, equipment, or other assets to related organization(Lease of facilities, equipment, or other assets from related organization(Performance of services or membership or fundraising solicitations for related organization(Performance of services or membership or fundraising solicitations by related organization(s) . . 1n Yes Sharing of facilities, equipment, mailing lists, or other assets with related organization(s) . . 10 Yes Eco Sharing of paid employees with related organization(1pYes Reimbursement paid to related organization(s) for expenses . . . . . . . . Reimbursement paid by related organization(s) for expenses . . . . . Othertransferofcash orproperty to related organization(Other transfer of cash or property from related organization(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) la) Name of related organizat on Transaction Amount involved Method of determining amount involved type 1,144,335 Market Value (1)Americans for Prosperity (2)Arnericans for Prosperity 0 372,501 Market Value (3)Americans for Prosperity 726,692 Cost Schedule (Form 990) 2018 12/2/20 19 Schedule (Form 990) 2018 Part VI Unrelated Organizations Taxable as a Partnership Complete if the organization answered "Yes? on Form 990, Part IV, line 37. Page 13 0f15 Page 4 Provide the following information for each entity taxed as a partnership through which the organization conducted more than ?ve 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) Name, address, and EIN of entty Primary activity Legal Predominant domicile Income (state or (related, foreign unrelated, country) excluded from tax under sections 512- 514) Are all partners organizat ans? (8) section 501(c)(3) Yes Share of total income (9) Share of end-of?year assets Disproprt onate allocations? Yes 00 Code V-UBI General or Percentage amount in box managing ownership 20 partner? of Schedule K-1 (Form 1065) Schedule (Form 990) 2018 12/2/2019 Page 14 of 15 Schedule (Form 990) 2018 Page 5 Part VII Supplemental Information Provide additional information for responses to questions on Schedule (see ii'iE'EruCthIHSJ. Return Reference Explanation Schedule (Form 990) 2018 12/2/2019