Form 990

OMB No 1545-0047

Return of Organization Exempt From Income Tax
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service

A

For the 2014 calendar year , or tax year beginning

B

Check if applicable

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CLUB

Jul

FOR

, 2014 , and ending

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Name change

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

Initial return

'2001 L STREET,

Tax-exempt status

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Form of organiz ation

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Employer Identification number

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20-4681603
Telephone number

600

(202)

955-5500

City or town , state or province , country , and ZIP or foreign postal code

WASHINGTON

Application pending

Jun

GROWTH

Doing business as

Amended return

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Name of organization

Address change

Final returntterminated

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2014

Under section 501(c), 527, or 4947 (a)(1) of the Internal Revenue Code (except private foundations)
11 Do not enter social security numbers on this form as it may be made public .
6- Information about Form 990 and its instructions is at www. irs.gov/form990.

DC

H(a ) Is this a group return for subordinates ?

DAVID MCINTOSH 2001 L _ST. NW STE. 600 WASHINGTON
DC 20036
501(c)(3)
X 501(c) /(4
4947(a)(1) or
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1 527

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Trust

HI Yes

No

Yes

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H(c) Group exemption number ^

WWW. CLUBFORGROWTI -I . ORG /
X Corporation

G Gross receipts $ 5, 358, 627.

20036

F Name and address of principal o er

Association

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L Year of formation

2006

M State of legal domicile

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CLUB FOR GROWTH IS A NATIONWIDE NONPROFIT
----------------------------MEM-----------------BERSH I P ORGAN I ZAT I ON DEDICATED
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PUBLIC POLICIES THAT PROMOTE ECONOM I C
------------------------------------------GROWTH PRIMARILY THROUGH LEGISLATIVE - INVOLVEMENT, - ISSUE ADVOCACY, - RESEARCH, - AND MAY ENGAGE
------------------------- ------------------IN ANY OTHER LAWFUL PURPOSE.
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discontinued its operations or disposed of more than 25% of its net assets.
-f the organization
------------------------------------------------3 Number of voting members of the governing body (Part VI, line 1a ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3
8
4
6
4 Number of independent voting members of the governing body (Part VI, line 1 b ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5 Total number of individuals employed in calendar year 2014 (Part V, line 2a ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5
14
6 Total number of volunteers (estimate if necessary ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6
6
7a Total unrelated business revenue from Part VIII , column (C), line 12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7a
0.
b Net unrelated business taxable income from Form 990-T, line 34 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7b
0.
Prior Year
Current Year
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8 Contributions and grants (Part VIII, line 1 h) . . .
6,777, 161.
5,193,627.
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9 Program service revenue (Part VIII , line 2g ) . . .
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10 Investment income (Part VIII, column (A), lines 3 , 4, I _ 7d ) _11 Other reven u e ( Part VIII col u m n ().
A l ines 5 , 6d , 8 c 9 c,:^ 1
lan d 1b ) . . 2 . . .
270, 000.
165,000.
12 Total revenue - add lines 8 through 11 ( must equa Pa VIII,,column A), line12
7,047,161.
5,358,627.
13 Grants and similar amounts paid (Part IX, column (,V , lines 1-3 ) . ^ : . 1
1 , 10 0 , 0 0 0 .
14 Benefits paid to or for members ( Part IX , column (A , ne
: . . . . . . . . . . . . .
15 Salaries , other compensation , employee benefits ( Part IX , column (A), lines 5-10) . . . . .
1,772,853.
1 , 995,107.
16a Professional fundraising fees (Part IX, column (A), line 11e ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
b Total fundraising expenses (Part IX , column (D), line 25 ) 0,

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18
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881,421.
Other expenses ( Part IX , column (A), lines 11a-11d, llf-24e) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Total expenses Add lines 13- 17 (must equal Part IX, column (A), line 25 ) . . . . . . . . .
Revenue less expenses . Subtract line 18 from line 12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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20

Total assets (Part X , line 16 ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

a9 21

Total liabilities (Part X, line 26 ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

22

Net assets or fund balances Subtract line 21 from line 20 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2 , 928, 739.
4,701,592.
2,345,569.
Beg in nin of Current Year

4,040,741.
7,135,848.
-1,777,221.
End of Year

4, 339,287.

2 , 5 6 2 , 066.

4,339,287.

2,562,066.

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Part III
Statement of Program Service Accomplishments
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• Check if Schedule 0 contains a response or note to any line in this Part III
Briefly describe the organization ' s mission:

CLUB FOR GROWTH IS A NATIONWIDE NONPROFIT MEMBERSHIP ORGANIZATION DEDICATED TO
--------------------------------------------------------------PROMOTING-PUBLIC-POLICIES-THAT PROMOTE ECONOMIC GROWTH PRIMARILY-THROUGH-LEGISLATIVE------------ ---------------------------------- ----- -------INVOLVEMENT, ISSUE ADVOCACY, RESEARCH, AND MAY ENGAGE IN ANY OTHER LAWFUL PROPOSE.
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3
4

Did the organization undertake any significant program services during the year which were not listed on the prior
Form 990 or 990-EZ? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Yes 1X
If 'Yes,' describe these new services on Schedule O.
Did the organization cease conducting , or make significant changes in how it conducts , any program services? . . . . . .. Yes N
If 'Yes,' describe these changes on Schedule O.
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.

4 a (Code :

) ( Expenses

$

5, 3 7 2 , 10 0 . including grants of

4 b (Code:

) (Expenses

$

including grants of

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$

4 c (Code.

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including grants of

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No
No

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1, 100, 000 . ) (Revenue
SEE ATTACHED STATEMENT A
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4 d Other program services . ( Describe in Schedule 0.)
(Expenses
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including grants of
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4 e Total program service expenses
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Yes

No

Is the organization described in section 501 (c)(3) or 4947(a)(1) (other than a private foundation )? If'Yes,' complete
Schedule A ..........................................................

1

2

Is the organization required to complete Schedule B, Schedule of Contributors ( see instructions)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2

X

3

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, Part I . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3

X

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 11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. .

4

. . . . . .

5

X

Did the organization maintain any donor advised funds or any similar funds or accounts for which donors have the right
to provide advice on the distribution or investment of amounts in such funds or accounts ? If Yes,' complete Schedule D,
Part I .............................................................

6

X

Did the organization receive or hold a conservation easement , including easements to preserve open space, the
environment , historic land areas, or historic structures ? If Yes ,' complete Schedule D, Part Il . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

7

X

Did the organization maintain collections of works of art, historical treasures , or other similar assets? If 'Yes,'
complete Schedule D, Part lll . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

8

X

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
services? If 'Yes ,' complete Schedule D, Part IV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

9

X

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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

10

X

1

4

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

5

6

7
8

9

10

X

If the organization 's answer to any of the following questions is 'Yes', then complete Schedule D , Parts VI , VII, VIII, IX,
or X as applicable

11

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...

a Did the organization report an amount for land , buildings and equipment in Part X , line 10? If Yes,' complete Schedule
D, Part VI ...........................................................

11a

b Did the organization report an amount for investments - other securities in Part X , line 12 that is 5 % or more of its total
assets reported in Part X , line 16? If Yes,' complete Schedule D, Part VII . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

11 b

X

c 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 VIII . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

11 c

X

d 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 169 If Yes,' complete Schedule D, Part IX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

11 d

X

e Did the organization report an amount for other liabilities in Part X , line 25' If 'Yes,' complete Schedule D, Part X . . . . . . .

11 e

X

f 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 (ASC 740)7 If Yes,' complete Schedule D, Part X . . . . .

11 f

X

12 a Did the organization obtain separate , independent audited financial statements for the tax year? If Yes,' complete
Schedule D, Parts XI, and XII . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

12a

X

b 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 . . . . . . . . . . . .

12 b

Is the organization a school described in section 170( b)(1)(A)(u )? If Yes,' complete Schedule E . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

X

X

13

X

14a Did the organization maintain an office , employees , or agents outside of the United States? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

14a

X

b 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 1 and IV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

14b

X

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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

15

X

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 III and IV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

16

X

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 11 e? If Yes,' complete Schedule G, Part I (see instructions) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

17

X

Did the organization report more than $15,000 total of fundraising event gross income and contributions on Part VIII,
lines l c and 8a' If Yes,' complete Schedule G, Part 11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

18

X

Did the organization report more than $15,000 of gross income from gaming activities on Part VIII, line 9a' If Yes,'
complete Schedule G, Part Ill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

19

X

20 a Did the organization operate one or more hospital facilities? If Yes,' complete Schedule H . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

20

X

13

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b If 'Yes' to line 20a, did the organization attach a copy of its audited financial statements to this return? . . . . . . . . . . . .
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21
22
23

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 1, Parts I and 11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

21

Did the organization report more than $5,000 of grants or other assistance to or for domestic individuals on Part IX,
column (A), line 21 If 'Yes,' complete Schedule 1, Parts I and Ill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

22

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 ..........................................................

23

No

X
X

X

24a Did the organization have a tax-exempt bond issue with an outstanding principal amount of more than $100,000 as of
the last day of the year, that was issued after December 31, 2002? If Yes,' answer lines 24b through 24d and
complete Schedule K. If 'No, 'go to hne 25a . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
b Did the organization invest any proceeds of tax-exempt bonds beyond a temporary period exception's . . . . . . . . . . . .

24a
24b

c Did the organization maintain an escrow account other than a refunding escrow at any time during the year to defease
any tax-exempt bonds' . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
d Did the organization act as an 'on behalf of issuer for bonds outstanding at any time during the year? . . . . . . . . . . . .

24c
24d

25a Section 501(c )( 3), 501 (c)(4), and 501 ( c)(29) organizations . Did the organization engage in an excess benefit
transaction with a disqualified person during the year? If Yes,' complete Schedule L, Part I . : . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

25a

X

b 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, Part I . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

25b

X

X

26

Did the organization report any amount on Part X, line 5, 6, or 22 for receivables from or payables to any current or
former o fficers, d irectors, trustees, key employees, highest compensated employees, or disqualified persons?
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If Yes, complete Schedule L, Part 11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

26

X

27

Did the organization provide a grant or other assistance to an officer, director, trustee, key employee, substantial
contributor or employee thereof, a grant selection committee member, or to a 35% controlled entity or family member
of any of these persons? If Yes,' complete Schedule L, Part 111 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

27

X

28 Was the organization a party to a business transaction with one of the following parties (see Schedule L, Part IV
instructions for applicable filing thresholds, conditions, and exceptions)
a A current or former officer, director, trustee, or key employee? If Yes,' complete Schedule L, Part IV . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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28a

X

b A family member of a current or former officer, director, trustee, or key employee? If Yes,' complete
Schedule L, Part IV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

28b

X

c An entity of which a current or former officer, director, trustee, or key employee (or a family member thereof) was an
officer, director, trustee, or direct or indirect owner? If Yes,' complete Schedule L, Part IV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
29 Did the organization receive more than $25,000 in non-cash contributions? If Yes,' complete Schedule M . . . . . . . . . .

28c
29

X
X

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, Part I . . . . . . .

30
31

X
X

Did the organization sell, exchange, dispose of, or transfer more than 25% of its net assets' If 'Yes,' complete
Schedule N, Part 11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

32

X

Did the organization own 100% of an entity disregarded as separate from the organization under Regulations sections
301 7701-2 and 301.7701-3? If Yes,' complete Schedule R, Part I . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

33

X

Was the organization related to any tax-exempt or taxable entity? If Yes,' complete Schedule R, Part U, 1/1, or IV,
and Part V, line1 .......................................................
35a Did the organization have a controlled entity within the meaning of section 512(b)(13)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

34

30
31
32
33
34

b 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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
36
37
38

35a

X

35b

X

Section 501(c)( 3) organizations . Did the organization make any transfers to an exempt non-chantable related
organization? If Yes,' complete Schedule R, Part V, line 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

36

Did the organization conduct more than 5% of its activities through an entity that is not a related organization and that is
treated as a partnership for federal income tax purposes? If Yes,' complete Schedule R, Part VI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

87

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

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Statements Regarding Other IRS Filings and Tax Compliance
Check if Schedule 0 contains a response or note to any line in this Part V . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Yes
I a Enter the number reported in Box 3 of Form 1096. Enter -0- if not applicable . . . . . . . . .
b Enter the number of Forms W-2G included in line 1a. Enter -0- if not applicable . . . . . . . .

1a
1 b

c Did the organization comply with backup withholding rules for reportable payments to vendors and repo rtable gaming
(gambling) winnings to prize winners? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2 a Enter the number of employees reported on Form W-3, Transmittal of Wage and Tax Statements, filed for the calendar year ending with or within the year covered by this return . . . .
211
b 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 a-file (see instructions)
3 a Did the organization have unrelated business gross income of $1,000 or more during the year? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
b If'Yes' has it filed a Form 990-T for this year? If No'to line 3b, provide an explanation in Schedule 0 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4 a At any time during the calendar year, did the organization have an interest in, or a signature or other authority over, a
financial account in a foreign country (such as a bank account, securities account, or other financial account)? . . . .
b If 'Yes,' enter the name of the foreign country 11
See instructions for filing requirements for FinCEN Form 114, Report of Foreign Bank and Financial Accounts (FBAR)
5 a Was the organization a party to a prohibited tax shelter transaction at any time during the tax year? . . . . . . . . . .
b Did any taxable party notify the organization that it was or is a party to a prohibited tax shelter transaction? . . . . . .
c If 'Yes,' to line 5a or 5b, did the organization file Form 8886-T" . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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1 c

X

2b

X

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3a

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4a

X

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5a

X
X

6 a 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? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
b If 'Yes,' did the organization include with every solicitation an express statement that such contributions or gifts were
not tax deductible? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7 Organizations that may receive deductible contributions under section 170(c).

5b
5c
6a

X

6b

X

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7c

g If the organization received a contribution of qualified intellectual property, did the organization file Form 8899
as required? .........................................................

7g

h If the organization received a contribution of cars, boats, airplanes, or other vehicles, did the organization file a
Form 1098-C? ........................................................
8 Sponsoring organizations maintaining donor advised funds . Did a donor advised fund maintained by the sponsoring
organization have excess business holdings at any time during the year? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
a
b
10
a
b
11
a

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
Section 501(c )(7) organizations. Enter:
Initiation fees and capital contributions included on Part VIII, line 12 . . . . . . . . . . .
Gross receipts, included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 12, for public use of club facilities .
Section 501(c)( 12) organizations . Enter:
Gross income from members or shareholders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
person? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . .

10a

. . .

10 b

7e
7f

7h
8
KU
9a
9b

. . . . 111 a

b Gross income from other sources (Do not net amounts due or paid to other sources
against amounts due or received from them.) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
11 b
12a Section 4947( a)(1) non-exempt charitable trusts . Is the organization filing Form 990 in lieu of Form 1041? . . . . . . . . .
b If 'Yes,' enter the amount of tax-exempt interest received or accrued during the year . . . . . . 112 bl

12a

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

13

b Enter the amount of reserves the organization is required to maintain by the states in
which the organization is licensed to issue qualified health plans . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
13b
13c
c Enter the amount of reserves on hand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
14a Did the organization receive any payments for indoor tanning services during the tax year? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
b If 'Yes,' has it filed a Form 720 to report these payments? If 'No,' provide an explanation in Schedule 0 . . . . . . . . . . . .
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X

3b

a Did the organization receive a payment in excess of $75 made partly as a contribution and partly for goods and
services provided to the payor" . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
b If 'Yes,' did the organization notify the donor of the value of the goods or services provided? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
c Did the organization sell, exchange, or otherwise dispose of tangible personal property for which it was required to file
Form 82827 .........................................................
d If 'Yes,' indicate the number of Forms 8282 filed during the year . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I 7 dl
e Did the organization receive any funds, directly or indirectly, to pay premiums on a personal benefit contract?. . . . . . . . .
f Did the organization, during the year, pay premiums, directly or indirectly, on a personal benefit contract?. . . . . . . . . . .

9

No

13
0

14a1

I

X

Form 990(2014)

 Form 990 (2014 ) CLUB FOR GROWTH

Part VI .

Page 6

20-4681603

Governance , Management , and Disclosure For each Yes'response to lines 2 through 7b below, and for
a 'No' response to line 8a, 8b, or 10b below, describe the circumstances, processes , or changes in
Schedule 0. See instructions.
Check if Schedule 0 contains a response or note to any line in this Part VI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Z

Section A . Governin g Body and Mana g ement
Yes
I a Enter the number of voting members of the governing body at the end of the tax year . . . . . .
1 a
8
If there are material differences in voting rights among members
of the governing body, or if the governing body delegated broad r m
authority to an executive committee or similar committee , explain in Schedule 0
b Enter the number of voting members included in line 1 a, above , who are independent . . . . .
1 b
6
^'s =
2 Did any officer , director, trustee , or key employee have a family relationship or a business relation ship with any other
officer , director , trustee , or key employee? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2
Did the organization delegate control over management duties customarily performed by or under the direct supervision
of officers , directors , or trustees , or key employees to a management company or other person ? . . . . . . . . . . . .
4 Did the organization make any significant changes to its governing documents
since the prior Form 990 was filed? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5 Did the organization become aware during the year of a significant diversion of the organization 's assets? . . .
. . .
6 Did the organization have members or stockholders? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7 a Did the organization have members , stockholders , or other persons who had the power to elect or appoint one or more
members of the governing body? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

No

;.

r p ^^„
X

3

. . .

3

X

. . .
. . .
. . .

4
5
6

X
X
X

. . .

7a

X

b Are any governance decisions of the organization reserved to (or subject to approval by) members,
stockholders , or persons other than the governing body? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

7b

X

Did the organization contemporaneously document the meetings held or written actions undertaken during the year by
the followinga The governing body? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
b Each committee with authority to act on behalf of the governing body? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9 Is there any officer, director , trustee , or key employee listed in Part VII , Section A, who cannot be reached at the
organization 's mailing address? If Yes,' provide the names and addresses in Schedule 0 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8

8a
8b

X
X

9

X

Section B. Policies (This Section B requests information about policies not re quired by the Internal Revenue Code.
Yes
10a Did the organization have local chapters , branches , or affiliates? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
b 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? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
11 a Has the organization provided a complete copy of this Form 990 to all members of its governing body before filing the form? . . . . . . . . .
b Describe in Schedule 0 the process , if any , used by the organization to review this Form 990 .
12 a Did the organization have a written conflict of interest policy? If No,' go to line 13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
b Were officers , directors , or trustees , and key employees required to disclose annually interests that could give rise
to conflicts? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
c Did the organization regularly and consistently monitor and enforce compliance with the policy? If Yes,' describe in
Schedule 0 how this was done . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
13 Did the organization have a written whistleblower policy? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
14 Did the organization have a written document retention and destruction policy? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
15 Did the process for determining compensation of the following persons include a review and approval by independent
persons , comparability data, and contemporaneous substantiation of the deliberation and decision ?
a The organization 's CEO, Executive Director , or top management official . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
b Other officers or key employees of the organization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. .

10a

. . .
. . .
. . .

10b
11 a
;rte
12a

•
X

. . .

12b

X

. . . .
. . . .
. . . .

12c
13
14

X

. . . .
. . . .

15a
15b

X
X

If 'Yes ' to line 15a or 15b, describe the process in Schedule 0 (see instructions ).
Did
the organization invest in , contribute assets to, or participate in a joint venture or similar arrangement with a
16 a
taxable entity during the year? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
b 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
org anization 's exempt status with respect to such arran g ements? .

16 a

No
X

X

X
X

X

,..^
16b

Section C . Disclosure
17

List the states with which a copy of this Form 990 is required to be filed ^

18

Section 6104 requires an organization to make its Forms 1023 (or 1024 if applicable ), 990, and 990-T (Section 501 (c)(3)s only) available
for public inspection . Indicate how you made these available . Check all that apply.
LI Other (explain in Schedule 0)
Own website
Another's website
R Upon request
1-1
11
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
^

19
20

THE ORGANIZATION
BAA

2001 L STREET,NW;
WASHINGTON,
TEEA0106 11/13/14

DC

20036

(202) 955-5500
Form 990 (2014)

 Form 990 (2014)
Page 7
CLUB FOR GROWTH
20-4681603
[Pant VIII Cpmpensation of Officers , Directors , Trustees , Key Employees, Highest Compensated Employees, and
Independent Contractors
Check If Schedule 0 contains a response or note to any line in this Part VII . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ❑
Section A. Officers, Directors, Trustees , Key Employees, and Highest Compensated Employees
1 a 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
• 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.
• List all of the organization' s current key employees, if any See instructions for definition of 'key employee'
• 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
• List all of the organization' s former directors or trustees that received, in the capacity as a former director or trustee of the
organization, more than $10,000 of reportable compensation from the organization and any related organizations
List persons in the following order individual trustees or directors, institutional trustees, officers, key employees, highest compensated
employees; and former such persons.
F ]Check this box if neither the organization nor any related organization compensated any current officer, director, or trustee.
(C)
(A)
Name and Title

Position (do not check more
(B)
than one box, un l ess person
Average
is both an officer and a
hours
dvectorftrustee )
per
week
0 3 5- Q co `D m
? o
(list any
y ::T
hours for
3 0
related 0 v
C' o
m "
o
or g amza-

4

d

o

g
A

A

( D)

(E)

(F)

Reportable
compensation from
th e o r ga ni za t io n
(w-?J1099 MISC)

Reportable
compensation from
re l a t e d organiza t ions
(W-2/1099

Estimated
amount of other
compensa t ion
from the
organization
and related
organizations

CD

bons

below
dotted
line)

`n

CL
CL

(1) FRAYDA LEVIN
1.00
---- -------------- -- -- - -- - - -DIRECTOR
(2) HOWARD RICH
1.00
----------------------- --DIRECTOR
1.00
- (3) JERRY HAYDEN
-DIRECTOR
_(4)_KEN - BLACKWELL_____________ - 1.00
DIRECTOR
(5) JOHN CHILDS
1.00
--DIRECTOR
(6) JACKSON STEPHENS, JR.
1.00
------------------------- ---CHAIRMAN/VICE PRESIDENT
-(7)-CHRIS CHOCOLA ------------- -40.00
PRESIDENT/DIRECTOR
(8) DAVID MCINTOSH
0.00
PRESIDENT
(9) ADAM ROZANSKY
0.00
(10)
(11)
(12)
(13)

CFO/TREASURER
ANDY ROTH
SECRETARY/VP OF GOVT. AFFAIRS
CHUCK PIKE
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT
DOUGLAS MILLS
VP OF DEVELOPMENT
BARNEY KELLER

COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTOR
(14)KRISTIN- COBB
VP OF DEVELOPMENT
BAA

X

0.

0.

0.

X

0.

0.

0.

X

0.

0.

0.

0.

0.

0.

0.

0.

0.

X

0.

0.

0.

X

500,000.

0.

16,179.

0.

0.

0.

131,000.

0.

7,064.

143,540.

0.

444.

245,300.

0.

6,241.

192,600.

0.

6,528.

120,280.

0.

6,528.

142,880.

0.

X
X

0.00
X
0.00
X
0.00
X
0.00
0.00
X
TEEA0107 02/27/14

6,528.
Form 990 (2014)

 Form 990 2014
P.art,VII

CLUB FOR GROWTH
Pag e 8
20-4681603
Section A. Officers . Directors . Trustees . Kev Emolovees . and Highest Compensated Emolovees tcnnnn„pm
(B)
(A)
Name and title

Average
hours
p er
wee k
(list any
hours
for
related
organiza
-bons
below
dotted
line)

(C)
Position
(do not check more than one
box, unless person is both an
officer and a director/trustee )
,y
51
(D
- 3
m o
o
0 =r
A
to
°
-o
,
S!
3 CD 3
A
A
C

(D)
Reportable
compensation from
the organization
(W-2/1099-MISC)

(F)

(E)

Estimated
amount of other
compensation
from the
organization
and related
organizations

Reportable
compensation from
related organizations
(W-211099-MISC)

CD
n
CL

(15)-----------------------

----

(16)
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

- - - -

- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

- - - -

- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

- - - -

-----------------------

----

(17)

(18)

(19)

( 20)
------------------------( 21)

-----------------------

----

(22)
------------------------(23)
------------------------(24)
------------------------(25)
1 bSub-total . . . . . . . . . . .. .. . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..
'
c Total from continuation sheets to Part VII , Section A . . . . . . . . . . . . .
d Total ( add lines 1b and Ic) .. .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . "

1, 475, 600.

0.

49, 512.

1, 475, 600.

0.

49, 512.

2

total number of individuals (including but not limited to those listed above) who received more than $100,000 of reportable compensation
from the organization "
7

3

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

No

4

For any individual listed on line 1 a, 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 individual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

5

Did any person listed on line 1 a receive or accrue compensation from any unrelated organization or individual
for services rendered to the organization? If Yes,' complete Schedule J for such person . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3

X

5

X

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. Reoort compensation for the calendar year endina with or within the organization's tax year

(A)
Name and business address
4550 MONTGOMERY AVE. BETHESDA
RED SEA LLC
STEPHEN CLOUSE AND ASSOC. 43538 GOLDEN MEADOW CIRCLE ASHBURN
BASSWOOD RESEARCH 4550 MONTGOMERY AVE. BETHESDA

(B)
Description of services
MD
VA
MD

20814 CONSULTING AND PRODUCTION
20147 MAIL/VIDEO PRODUCTION
20814 POLLING/ANALYSIS

Total number of independent contractors ( including but not limited to those listed above ) who received more than
$100,000 of compensation from the organization
"' 3
BAA
TEEA0108 03/09/15

(C)
Compensation
965, 877.
271,781.
396, 425.

2

Form 990 (2014)

 Form 990 (2014 )

CLUB FOR GROWTH

20-4681603

Page 9

Part VIII Statemqnt of Revenue
Check if Schedule 0 contains a response or note to any line in this Part VIII . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . LI
(A)
Total revenue

1 a Federated campaigns
b Membership dues . . . . .
c Fundraising events . . . . .
d Related organizations . . .
e Government grants (contributions)

3
2 0

E

. .
. .
. .
. .

9i '

la
1 b
1c
I d
Ie

f All other contributions, g ills, grants, and
1f
similar amounts not included above .
5 , 193 , 627.
g Noncash contributions included in lines la-1t $
•
h Total . Add lines 1a- 1f . . . . . . . . . .

S
0

>

(B)
Related or
exempt
function
revenue
`'d
.' -

(C)
Unrelated
business
revenue

(D)
Revenue
excluded from tax
under sections
512-514
3
'I=

`

=

5 193 , 627.

Business Code

cc
m

2a
------------- -- - -b -------------- - - -C

--------- - --- -- - -e
f All other program service revenue
g Total . Add lines 2a-2f . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

E
M

. ^

4
5

Investment income ( including dividends , interest and
other similar amounts ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Income from investment of tax-exempt bond proceeds . .
Royalties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6a
b
c
d

Gross rents . . . . .
Less : rental expenses
Rental income or (loss)
Net rental income or (loss) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3

(i) Real

7 a Gross amount from sales of
assets other than inventory

(i) Securities

"^^

-3

'^"_

;'

^^ .

"I

V- ; 4

(ii) Personal

( n) Other

14-

4

b Less cost or other basis
and sales expenses . . .
c Gain or (loss) . . . .
d Net gain or (loss) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11.
8 a Gross income from fundraising events
(not including.. $
of contributions reported on line 1c).
See Part IV, line 18. . . . . . . . . . a
b Less: direct expenses . . . . . . . . b
c Net income or (loss ) from fundraising events . . . . . . .

g9

v4

Y4'4

^* «

9 a Gross income from gaming activities.
See Part IV, line 19. . . . . . . . . . a
b Less direct expenses . . . . . . . . b
c Net income or (loss ) from gaming activities . . . . . . . .
10a Gross sales of inventory , less returns
and allowances . . . . . . . . . . . a
b Less : cost of goods sold . . . . . . . b
c Net income or (loss ) from sales of inventory . . . . . . .
Miscellaneous Revenue

55

Business Code

11a REIMBURSEMENTS FROM RELATED ORGS 900099
-----------------b
-----------------C
-----------------d All other revenue . . . . . . . . . . . .

165 , 0 1

e Total . Add lines 11a-11d . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

12
B AA

^

Total revenue . See instructions . ... . . . . . . . . . 11-

165 , 01

5 , 358 , 6 :

TEEA0109

11/13/14

Form 990(2014)

 Form 990 (2014)
CLUB FOR GROWTH
Part {M Statement of Functional Expenses

Page 10

20-4681603

Section 501 (c)(3) and 501 (c)(4) organizations must complete all columns. All other organizations must complete column (A) .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Check if Schedule 0 contains a response or note to any line in this Part IX . . . . . . . .
(A)
(B)
D
(
C
)
Do not include amounts reported on lines
Total expenses
Program service
Management and
Fundraising
6b, 7b, 8b, 9b, and 10b of Part Vlll.
expenses
general expenses
expenses
1 Grants and other assistance to domestic
organizations and domestic governments.
See Part IV, line 21 ..............
1 1 100 , 000.
11100,000.
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 Part IV, lines 15 and 16 .
Benefits paid to or for members . . . . . . . .
Compensation of current officers , directors,
trustees , and key employees .........
Compensation not included above, to
disqualified persons (as defined under
section 4958(f)(1)) and persons described
in section 4958 ( c)(3)(B). . . . . . . . . . . .

4
5
6

7
8

Oth e r
Pension plan accruals and contributions
(include section 401(k ) and 403(b)
employer contributions ) . . . . . . . . . . . .
Other employee benefits . . . . . . . .. . .
Payroll taxes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

9
10

1 , 122 , 081.

698 , 005 .

589 , 671.

366

813.

309 , 307.

223 , 103.

192

138

408.

784.

76 , 177.
98 , 844.

40 , 032.
51 , 944.

20 , 999.
27 , 247.

15 , 146.
19 , 653.

62 , 222.
26 , 262.

0.
0.

62 , 222.
26 , 262.

0.
0.

2 , 136 , 362.

2 , 090 , 111.

0.

46 , 251.

101 , 188.
100 944.

26 , 465.
26 , 270.

64 , 710.
74 , 674.

10 , 013.
0.

214 , 806.
52 , 995.

112 , 884.
27 , 850.

59 , 212.
14 , 608.

42 , 710.
10 , 537.

640 , 486.

640 , 486.

0.

0.

11 , 039.
13 925.

5 , 801.
0.

3 , 043.
13 , 925.

2 , 195.
0.

a RESEARCH-AND- POLLING _ _ _ _ .
257,438157,028b PRINTING-AND- PUBLICATION- - - ------------MEMBERSHIP
c
APPEALS
-45,910.
d REGISTRATIONS

234,268540 942 -

00-

21, 170 '1020186-

11
a
b
c
d
e
f
g
12
13
14
15
16
17
18

Fees for services
Management . .
Legal . . . . . .
Accounting . . .
Lobbying . . . .

( non-employees)
. . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . ...
. . . . . . . ..
. . . . . . . . .

.
.
.
.

.
.
.
.

.
.
.
.

. .
..
. .
. .

Professional fundraising services See Part IV, line 17
Investment management fees . . . . . . .
Other (If line 11g amt exceeds 10% of line 25, column
(A) amount , list line 11 g expenses on Schedule 0) . .
Advertising and promotion . . . . . . . . .
Office expenses . . . . . . . . . .. . . .
Information technology . . . . . . . . .. .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Royalties .
Occupancy . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . .
Travel . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . .

.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.

Payments of travel or entertainment
expenses for any federal , state, or local
public officials . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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 24e If line 24e amount exceeds 10%
of line 25 , column (A) amount , list line 24e
expenses on Schedule 0.) . . . . . . . . . .

19
20
21
22
23
24

e All other expenses . . .. . . .. . . . . . .
25 Total functional expenses. Add lines 1 through 24e ..
26

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9 18 9 .

4 663 .

2 763 .

1 7 63 .

35, 848 .

5,372,100.

882,327.

881,421.

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 ^
11 if following
SOP 98-2 (ASC 958-720). . . . . . . . . . .
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Balance
Sheet
Patt X

Pa g e 11

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Check if Schedule 0 contains a response or note to any line in this Part X . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(A)
Beginning of year

I

Cash - non-interest-bearing . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. .. . . .. .

2
3
4

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

2
3
4

5

Loans and other receivables from current and former officers, directors,
trustees key employees, and highest compensated employees. Complete
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Part II ofSchedule L . . . . . . . .

5

6

(n
r

Q

7
8
9

10 a

159
10b
159
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Intangible assets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . .. . . . . .
Other assets See Part IV, line 1 1

26

27
28
29

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Total assets . Add lines 1 throu g h 15 must e q ual line
Accounts payable and accrued expenses . . . . . . .
Grants payable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Deferred revenue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

34 )
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. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Tax-exempt bond liabilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . .
Escrow or custodial account liability. Complete Part IV of Schedule D
Loans and other payables to current and former officers, directors, trustees,
key employees, highest compensated employees, and disqualified persons
Complete Part 11 of Schedule L . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Secured mortgages and notes payable to unrelated third parties . . . . . .
Unsecured notes and loans payable to unrelated third parties . . . . . . .

2,544,437.

7
8
9

3

373 .

10c
11
12
13

0.

10 834.

14

3 , 167.

14

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16
17
18
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14 , 462.

4 62 .
4 , 339 , 287.

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2 , 562 , 066.

22
23
24

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 . . .
.....................
Total liabilities . Add lines 17 throu g h 25 .
Organizations that follow SFAS 117 (ASC 958), check here ^ fJand complete
lines 27 through 29, and lines 33 and 34.
Unrestricted net assets . . . . . . .. . . .. . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . .
Temporarily restricted net assets . .. . . .. . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Permanently restricted net assets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1

6

, 878.
, 878.
. . . .
. . . .
. . . .

15
16
17
18
19
20

23
24
25

0 .

25
26

0 .
}

3
1

339 287 .
000 000 .

27
28
29

2

3 00 , 791.
261 , 275.

Organizations that do not follow SFAS 117 (ASC 958), check here
and complete lines 30 through 34.

L.

0
30
31
Q

. .
. .

14

21
22

4,310,618.

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'
. .
beneficiary organizations (see instructions) Complete Part II of Schedule L .
Notes and loans receivable, net . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Inventories for sale or use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Prepaid expenses and deferred charges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

10a Land, buildings, and equipment- cost or other basis.
Complete Part VI of Schedule D . . . . . . . . . .
b Less: accumulated depreciation . .. . . . . . . .
. . . .
11 Investments - publicly traded securities .
12 Investments - other securities. See Part IV, line 11
13 Investments - program-related. See Part IV, line 11

C
m

(B)
End of year

Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, building, or equipment fund . . . . . . . . . . . .

32

Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds . . . . . . . . .

33
34

Total net assets or fund balances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . .. . . ..
Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances . . .. . . . . . .... . . . . . . ..

0
31
32

4 339 287 .
4 339 287 .

33
34

2 562 , 066.
2 , 562 , 066.
Form 990 (2014)

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 Form 990 (2014 )
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Part Xf J Reconciliation of Net Assets
I
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10

Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to
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 . . . .

any line in this Part XI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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3
4
5

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6
7
g

Other changes in net assets or fund balances (explain in Schedule 0) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Net assets or fund balances at end of year. Combine lines 3 through 9 ( must equal Part X, line 33,
column (B)) ....................................................

9

P;art`Xil

Page 12

20-4 681603

5 , 358 , 627.
7 , 135 , 848.
-1 777 221.
4 339 , 2 8 7 .

10

2, 562,066.

Financial Statements and Reporting
Check if Schedule 0 contains a response or note to any line in this Part XII . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
No

I

Accounting method used to prepare the Form 990 :

[Cash

EAccrual

[Other

If the organization changed its method of accounting from a prior year or checked 'Other ,' explain
in Schedule 0
2 a Were the organization 's financial statements compiled or reviewed by an independent accountant? . . . .

.........

I

2al

I

X

If 'Yes,' check a box below to indicate whether the financial statements for the year were compiled or reviewed on a
se arate basis , consolidated basis , or both
[Consolidated basis
n Separate basis
[Both consolidated and separate basis
b 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 audited on a separate
basis , consolidated basis, or both
Separate basis
jConsolidated basis
[Both consolidated and separate basis
11
c 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 ? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

X

If the organization changed either its oversight process or selection process during the tax year, explain
in Schedule 0
3 a 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-1337 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

X

b 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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Form 990 (2014)

 SCHEDULE C
(Form 990 or .990-EZ),

Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue S ervice

Political Campaign and Lobbying Activities

OMB No 1545.0047

For Organizations Exempt From Income Tax Under section 501 (c) and section 527

2014

^ Complete if the organization is described below. ^ Attach to Form 990 or Form 990-EZ.
^ Information about Schedule C (Form 990 or 990-EZ) and it instructions
is at www.irs.gov1form990.

If the organization answered 'Yes,' to Form 990, Part IV, line 3, or Form 990-EZ, Part V, line 46 ( Political Campaign Activities), then
• Section 501(c)(3) organizations: Complete Parts I-A and B. Do not complete Part I-C
• Section 501(c) (other than section 501(c)(3)) organizations. Complete Parts I-A and C below. Do not complete Part I-B.
• Section 527 organizations: Complete Part I-A only.
If the organization answered 'Yes,' to Form 990, Part IV, line 4, or Form 990-EZ, Part VI, line 47 ( Lobbying Activities), then
• Section 501(c)(3) organizations that have filed Form 5768 (election under section 501(h)). Complete Part II-A Do not complete Part II-B.
• Section 501(c)(3) organizations that have NOT filed Form 5768 (election under section 501(h)) Complete Part II-B. Do not complete
Part II-A
If the organization answered 'Yes,' to Form 990, Part IV, line 5 (Proxy Tax) (see Instructions ) or Form 990 -EZ, Part V, line 35c
(Proxy Tax) ( see instructions), then
• Section 501(c)(4), (5), or (6) organizations. Complete Part III
Name of organization

Employer identification number

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1 6P
1
2
3
Pa

120-4681603

I AylComplete 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.
Political expenditures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ^ $
Volunteer hours . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1

^`B Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501 ( c)(3).
Enter the amount of any excise tax incurred by the organization under section 4955 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

^ $

2

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

^ $

481,776.
0

If the organization incurred a section 4955 tax, did it file Form 4720 for this year? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . []Yes
4a Was a correction made? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . []Yes
b If 'Yes ,' describe in Part IV
3

UNo
11

No

Part !gC Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c), except section 501 ( c)(3).
1
2

Enter the amount directly expended by the filing organization for section 527 exempt function activities . . . . . . .

^ $

481,776.

^ $

0.

Enter the amount of the filing organization 's funds contributed to other organizations for section 527 exempt
function activities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3

Total exempt function expenditures . Add lines 1 and 2 Enter here and on Form 11 20-POL,
line17b ......................................................

4

Did the filing organization file Form 1120 -POL for this year? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . DYes

5

Enter the names , addresses and employer identification number (EIN) of all section 527 political organizations to which the filing
organization made payments . For each organization listed , enter the amount paid from the filing organization ' s funds. Also enter the
amount of political contributions received that were 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

(1)

------------------

(2)

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(3)

-------------------

(4)

-------------------

(5)

-------------------

(6)

-------------------

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(d ) Amount paid from filing
organization's funds If
none, enter-0-

481,776.
R No

(e) Amount of political
contributions received and
promptlY and directly
delivered to a separate
political organization If
none, enter-0-

Schedule C (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2014

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Schedule C (Form 990 or990-EZ) 2014CLUB FOR GROWTH
20-4681603
[Part {I-A Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501 ( c)(3) and filed Form 5768 ( election under
section 501(h)).
A

Check

^

B

Check

^

F1
F]

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).
if the filing organization checked box A and 'limited control' provisions apply.

1 a Total lobbying expenditures to influence public opinion (grass roots lobbying)

b
c
d
e

Total lobbying expenditures to influence a legislative body (direct
Total lobbying expenditures (add lines la and 1b) . . . . . . .
Other exempt purpose expenditures . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Total exempt purpose expenditures (add lines 1c and 1d) . . .

(b) Affiliated
group totals

( a) Filing
organization ' s totals

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

lobbying) . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

f Lobbying nontaxable amount. Enter the amount from the following table in
both columns . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
The lobbying nontaxable amount is:
If the amount on line le, column (a) or (b) is
20% of the amount on line le
Not over $500,000
$100,000 plus 15% of the excess over $500,000
Over $500,000 but not over $1,000,000
Over $1,000,000 but not over $1,500,000
$175,000 plus 10% of the excess over $1,000,000
$225,000 plus 5% of the excess over $1,500,000
Over $1,500,000 but not over $17,000,000
$1,000,000
Over $17,000,000
g Grassroots nontaxable amount (enter 25% of line 1f) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . .
h 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- . . . . . .
j If there is an amount other than zero on either line 1 h or line 11, did the organization file Form 4720 reporting
section 4911 tax for this year? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . LI Yes

F1

No

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 instructions for lines 2a through 2f.)
Lobbying Expenditures During 4-Year Averaging Period
Calendar year (or fiscal
year beginning in)

I

(a) 2011

(b) 2012

I

(c) 2013

(d) 2014

1

(e) Total

2 a Lobbying non-taxable

amount

. . . . . . .

b Lobbying ceding
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 . . . . .
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20-4681603
Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501 ( c)(3) and has NOT filed Form 5768
Part>II-B

Page 3

(election under section 501(h)).
For each Yes'response to lines 1a through It below, provide in Part IV a detailed descnption
of the lobbying activity.

Dunng 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
a Volunteers? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
b Paid staff or management (include compensation in expenses reported on lines 1c through 1i)? . .
c Media advertisements? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
d Mailings to members, legislators, or the public? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
e Publications, or published or broadcast statements? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
f Grants to other organizations for lobbying purposes? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
g Direct contact with legislators, their staffs, government officials, or a legislative body? . . . . . . . .
h Rallies, demonstrations, seminars, conventions, speeches, lectures, or any similar means? . . . . .
i Other activities? . .. . . . .... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
j Total Add lines lc through 1i . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2 a Did the activities in line 1 cause the organization to be not descnbed in section 501(c)(3)? . . . . .
b If 'Yes,' enter the amount of any tax incurred under section 4912 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
c If 'Yes,' enter the amount of any tax incurred by organization managers under section 4912. . . . .
d If the filing organization incurred a section 4912 tax, did it file Form 4720 for this year? . . . . . . .

Yes I No I

Amount

1

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I rarI,!u-A II Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c)(4), section 501(c)(5), or
section 501(c)(6).
No
I
2
3

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? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Did the organization agree to carry over lobbying and political expenditures from the prior year? . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1
2
3

X
X
X

I ra!1E: lt!"rs kll 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 III-A, lines I and 2, are answered 'No,' OR (b) Part III-A, line 3, is
answered 'Yes.'
I

Dues, assessments and similar amounts from members . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2

Section 162(e) nondeductible lobbying and political expenditures (do not include amounts of political
expenses for which the section 527 (f) tax was paid).
a Current year ....................................................
b Carryover from last year . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
c Total ........................................................
3 Aggregate amount reported in section 6033(e)(1)(A) notices of nondeductible section 162(e) dues . . . . . . . . .
4

5

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? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Taxable amount of lobbying and political expenditures (see instructions) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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

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Schedule C (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2014
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 SCHEDUL E D

I

(Form 990 )
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Seance

OMB No 1545-0047

Supplemental Financial Statements

2014

1

^ Complete if the organization answered 'Yes,' to Form 990
Part IV, lines 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11a, 11b, 11c, 11d, 11e, 11f, 12a, or 12b.
^ Attach to Form 990.
^ Information about Schedule D (Form 990) and its instructions is at www.irs.gov/form990.

Name of the organization

Fmele

CLUB FOR GROWTH

20-4681603
Part (>4, Organizations Maintaining Donor Advised Funds or Other Similar Funds or Accounts.
Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' to Form 990, Part IV, line 6.
(a) Donor advised funds

( b) Funds and other accounts

I
2
3
4

Total number at end of year . . . . . .
Aggregate value of contributions to (during year)
Aggregate value of grants from (during year) . .
Aggregate value at end of year . . . . .

5

Did the organization inform all donors and donor advisors in writing that the assets held in donor advised funds
are the organization 's property, subject to the organization 's exclusive legal control ? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6

Did the organization inform all grantees , donors, and donor advisors in writing that grant funds can be used only
for charitable purposes and not for the benefit of the donor or donor advisor, or for any other purpose conferring
impermissible private benefit? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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11

Yes

No

Yes

No

Part 11"Ifl Conservation Easements.
1

Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' to Form 990, Part IV, line 7.
Purpose ( s) of conservation easements held by the organization (check all that apply).

Preservation of land for public use (e.g , recreation or education)
Preservation of a historically important land area
Protection of natural habitat
Preservation of a certified historic structure
Preservation of open space
2 Complete tines 2a through 2d if the organization held a qualified conservation contribution in the form of a conservation easement on the
last day of the tax year.
Held at the End of the Tax Year
a Total number of conservation easements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2a
b Total acreage restricted by conservation easements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2b
c Number of conservation easements on a certified historic structure included in ( a) . . . . . . . . .
2c
d Number of conservation easements included in (c) acquired after 8/17/06, and not on a historic
structure listed in the National Register . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2d
3 Number of conservation easements modified , transferred , released, extinguished , or terminated by the organization during the
tax year 0,
4 Number of states where property subject to conservation easement is located ^
5
6

Does the organization have a written policy regarding the periodic monitoring , inspection , handling of violations,
and enforcement of the conservation easements it holds? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Staff and volunteer hours devoted to monitoring , inspecting , and enforcing conservation easements during the year

7

Amount of expenses incurred in monitoring, inspecting, and enforcing conservation easements during the year

8

Does each conservation easement reported on line 2(d ) above satisfy the requirements of section 170 ( h)(4)(13)(1)
and section 170(h )(4)(B)(il)" . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

9

Yes

E]No

Yes
E ]No
In Part XIII , describe how the organization reports conservation easements in its revenue and expense statement , and balance sheet, and
include , if applicable , the text of the footnote to the organization ' s financial statements that describes the organization 's accounting for
conservation easements

Part III

Organizations Maintaining Collections of Art, Historical Treasures, or Other Similar Assets.
Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' to Form 990 , Part IV, line 8.

I a If the organization elected, as permitted under SFAS 116 (ASC 958), not to report in its revenue statement and balance sheet works of
art, historical treasures, or other similar assets held for public exhibition, education, or research in furtherance of public service, provide,
in Part XIII, the text of the footnote to its financial statements that describes these items
b If the organization elected, as permitted under SFAS 116
historical treasures, or other similar assets held for public
following amounts relating to these items.
(i) Revenue Included in Form 990, Part VIII, line 1 . . .
(ii) Assets Included in Form 990, Part X . . . . . . . .

(ASC 958), to report in its revenue statement and balance sheet works of art,
exhibition, education, or research in furtherance of public service, provide the

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2 If the organization received or held works of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets for financial gain,
amounts required to be reported under SFAS 116 (ASC 958) relating to these items:
a Revenue included in Form 990, Part VIII, line 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
b Assets Included in Form 990, Part X . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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provide the following
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Collections
of
Art
Historical
Treasures
,
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or
Other
Similar
Assets
(continued)
par 1fl
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
d
Loan or exchange programs
Scholarly research
b
e H Other
Preservation for future generations
c
4 Provide a description of the organization's collections and explain how they further the organization 's exempt purpose in
Part XIII.
5 During the year, did the organization solicit or receive donations of art, historical treasures , or other similar assets
3

to be sold to raise funds rather than to be maintained as part of the organization 's collection? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Yes
No
IiijkTiVil Escrow and Custodial Arrangements . Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' to Form 990, Part IV,
line 9, or reported an amount on Form 990, Part X, line 21.
1 a Is the organization an agent , trustee , custodian , or other intermediary for contributions or other assets not included
on Form 990 , Part X7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
UNo
1-1 Yes
b If 'Yes ,' explain the arrangement in Part XIII and complete the following table
Amount
1c
c Beginning balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Id
d Additions during the year . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1e
e Distributions during the year . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
f Ending balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If
2 a Did the organization include an amount on Form 990, Part X, line 21, for escrow or custodial account l iability? . . . .
Yes
H No
b If 'Yes,' explain the arrangement in Part XIII Check here if the explanation has been provided in Part XIII . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Ra'. V

Endowment Funds . Com plete if the organization answered 'Yes' to Form 990, Part IV, line 10.
(a) Current year

(b) Prior year

(c) Two years back

(d) Three years back

(e) Four years back

I a Beginning of year balance . . .
b Contributions . . . . . . . . . .
c Net investment earnings, gains,
and losses . . . . . . . . . . .
d Grants or scholarships . . . . .
e Other expenditures for facilities
and programs . . . . . . . . .
f Administrative expenses . . . .
g End of year balance . . . . . .
2

Provide the estimated percentage of the current year end balance (line 1 g, column (a)) held asa Board designated or quasi-endowment
%
b Permanent endowment ^
%
c Temporarily restricted endowment ^
%
The percentages in lines 2a, 2b, and 2c should equal 100%.

3 a Are there endowment funds not in the possession of the organization that are held and administered for the
organization by:
. . . . . . . . . . . . . 3a(i)
(i) unrelated organizations
(ii) related organizations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3a(ii)
b If 'Yes' to 3a(ii), are the related organizations listed as required on Schedule R? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3b
4

Yes

No

Describe in Part XIII the intended uses of the organization's endowment funds.

Pakr':'1; Vli Land, Buildings , and Equipment.
Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' to Form 990, Part IV, line 11 a. See Form 990, Part X, line 10.
Description of property

a) Cost or other basis
( investment )

(b) Cost or other
basis (other)
-

1 a Land . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
b Buildings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
c Leasehold improvements . . . . . . . . . . .

d Equipment ..................

159 878.

(c) Accumulated
de preciation
s-W
W WI

159 878.

( d) Book value

0.

e Other . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Total . Add lines la throu gh le. (Column (d) must equal Form 990, PartX, column (B), line 10c.
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Complete if the orclanization answered 'Yes' to Form 990, Part IV, line 11 b. See Form 990. Part X. line 12.
( b) Book value

(a) Description of security or category (including name of security)

(c) Method of valuation Cost or end-of-year market value

(1) Financial denvatives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(2) Closely-held equity interests . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(3) Other
----------------------(A)
-------------------------( B)
-------------------------(C)
-------------------------(D)
-------------------------( E)
-------------------------(F)
-------------------------(G)
-------------------------(H)
-------------------------_(I ) __

Total. (Column (b) must ual Form 990, Part X, column (B) line 12) .
Pa
l1• Investments - Program Related.

^

s^

Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' to Form 990, Part IV, line 11 c. See Form 990, Part X, line 13.
(a) Descnption of investment type

I

(b) Book value

I

(c) Method of valuation Cost or end -of-year market value

Total . Column (b) must equal Form 990, Part X, column (B) line 13 . . ^
pa i*i Other Assets.

Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' to Form 990, Part IV, line 11 d. See Form 990, Part X, line 15.
( a ) Descn ption

( b) Book value

1
(2 )
(3)
(4 )
(5)
(6 )
(7)
(8)
(9)
(10)
Total . (Column (b) must equal Form 990, Part X, column (B), line 15 ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

^P•a"rt;^

^

Other Liabilities.
Com p lete if the org anization answered 'Yes' to Form 990, Part IV , line Ile or 11 f. See Form 990, Part X, line 25
(a) Description of liability
(b) Book valuer

(1) Federal income taxes
(2)

11
Total . (Column (b) must equal Form 990, Part X, column (B) line 25) . . . ^
2. Liability for uncertain tax positions In Part XIII , provide the text of the footnote to the organization's financial statements that reports the organization 's liability for uncertain
tax positions under FIN 48 (ASC 740) Check here If the text of the footnote has been provided in Part XIII . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ❑
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Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' to Form 990, Part IV, line 12a.
I
2
a
b
c
d
e
3
4

Total revenue, gains, and other support per audited financial statements
Amounts included on line 1 but not on Form 990, Part VIII, line 12
Net unrealized gains (losses) on investments . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Donated services and use of facilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Recoveries of poor year grants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Other (Describe in Part XIII.) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Add lines 2a through 2d . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Subtract line 2e from line I . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Amounts included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 12, but not on line 1
a Investment expenses not included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 7b . .
b Other (Describe in Part XIII.) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
c Add lines 4a and 4b . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5 Total revenue. Add lines 3 and 4c. (This must equal Form 990, Part

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2b
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2c
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2d
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1

2e
3
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4a
4b

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1, line 12.) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4c
5

Part"Xll l Reconciliation of Expenses per Audited Financial Statements With Expenses per Return.

Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' to Form 990, Part IV, line 12a.
1
2
a
b
c
d

Total expenses and losses per audited financial statements . . .
Amounts included on line 1 but not on Form 990, Part IX, line 25Donated services and use of facilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Prior year adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Other losses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Other (Describe in Part XIII.) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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. . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . .

2a
2b

2c
2d
e Add lines 2a through 2d . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3 Subtract line 2e from line I . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4 Amounts included on Form 990, Part IX, line 25, but not on line 1
a Investment expenses not included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 7b . . . . . . . . . .
4a
b Other (Describe in Part XIII.) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4b
C Add lines 4a and 4b . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5 Total expenses. Add lines 3 and 4c. (This must equal Form 990, Part 1, line 18 )
'PartXlll. Supplemental Information.
. . . . . . . . . .

1

z;.
2e
3

4c
5

Provide the descriptions required for Part II, lines 3, 5, and 9, Part III, lines 1 a and 4, Part IV, lines 1 b and 2b; Part V,
line 4; Part X, line 2; Part XI, lines 2d and 4b; and Part XII, lines 2d and 4b. Also complete this part to provide any additional information.

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Grants and Other Assistance to Organizations,

I

Governments, and Individuals in the United States

(Form 990)

Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service

2014

1

Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' to Form 990, Part IV, line 21 or 22.
0, Attach to Form 990.
^ Information about Schedule I (Form 990) and its instructions is at www. ,rs.gov/form990.

Employer Identification number

Name of the organization

on
1
2

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? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Describe in Part IV the organization's procedures for monitoring the use of grant funds in the United States

Yes

I No

F rf ll Grants and Other Assistance to Domestic Organizations and Domestic Governments . Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' to
Form 990, Part IV, line 21 for any recipient that received more than $5,000. Part II can be duplicated if additional space is needed.
1 (a) Name and address of organization
or government

(c) IRC section
if applicable

( b) EIN

(d) Amount of cash grant

( a) Amount of non-cash
assistance

(f) Method of valuation
(book , FMV, a praisal,
other

( g) Description of
non-cash assistance

(h) Purpose of grant
or assistance

1 GOVERNMENT-INTEGRITY_FUND
---------------- -6712-RIDPATH-RD.
GROVE CITY OH 43123
121
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5-2042274

01 ( c ) 4

.

1 100 , 000.

/a

EN.

/a

SUPPORT

3
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Enter total number of section 501(c)(3) and government organizations listed in the line 1 table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ^

3

Enter total number of other organizations listed in the line 1 table .

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Page 2

can be duplicated if additional space is needed.
(a) Type of grant or assistance

(b) Number of
recipients

(c) Amount of
cash grant

(d) Amount of
non-cash assistance

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

(f) Description of non-cash assistance

2
3
4
5
6
7

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

IPaa
Pt

I

Line

2

THE GRANT FUNDS ARE MONITORED THROUGH COMMUNICATION WITH THE GRANTEE AS TO HOW THE GRANT FUNDS ARE
BEING EXPENDED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE TERMS OF THE GRANT AGREEMENT.

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Compensation Information

SCHEDULE J

or certain Officers, Directors, Trustees, Key Employees, and Highest Compensated Employees
Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' on Form 990, Part IV, line 23.
" Attach to Form 990.

2014

Information about Schedule J (Form 990) and its instructions is
at Uwtrw.irs.gov/form990.

Name of the organization

Employer Identification number

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Pa)tj1 Questions Regarding Compensation
No
1 a Check the appropriate box(es ) if the organization provided any of the following to or for a person listed in Form 990, Part
VII, Section A, line la. Complete Part III to provide any relevant information regarding these items.
n First-class or charter travel
F]Travel for companions
F]Tax indemnification and gross-up payments
n Discretionary spending account

2
3

social club dues or initiation fees
I I Health or
(Personal services (e.g., maid , chauffeur, chef)

b If any of the boxes on line 1a are checked, did the organization follow a written policy regarding payment or
reimbursement or provision of all of the expenses described above? If 'No,' complete Part III to explain . . . . . . . . . . . .

1

Did the organization require substantiation prior to reimbursing or allowing expenses incurred by all directors,
trustees, and officers, including the CEO/Executive Director, regarding the items checked in line la? . . . . . . . . . . . .

2

Indicate which , if any , of the following the filing organization used to establish the compensation of the organization's
CEO/Executive Director . Check all that apply . Do not check any boxes for methods used by a related organization to
establish compensation of the CEO/Executive Director, but explain in Part III.
fl Compensation committee
Independent compensation consultant
R Form 990 of other organizations

4

F ]Housing allowance or residence for personal use
jj Payments for business use of personal residence

F]Written employment contract
FICompensation survey or study
1X Approval by the board or compensation committee

During the year, did any person listed in Form 990, Part VII, Section A, line la with respect to the filing organization
or a related organization:
a Receive a severance payment or change-of-control payment? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
b Participate in, or receive payment from, a supplemental nonqualified retirement plan? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
c Participate in, or receive payment from, an equity-based compensation arrangement? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If 'Yes' to any of lines 4a-c, list the persons and provide the applicable amounts for each item in Part III.

4a
4b
4c

X
x
X

Only section 501(c)(3) 501(c)(4), and 501(c)(29) organizations must complete lines 5-9.
5

6

7
8

For persons listed in Form 990, Part VII, Section A, line la , did the organization pay or accrue any compensation
contingent on the revenues of:
a The organization? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
b Any related organization ? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If 'Yes' to line 5a or 5b, describe in Part III

iL`_
5a
5b

For persons listed in Form 990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a, did the organization pay or accrue any compensation
contingent on the net earnings of:
a The organization ? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
b Any related organization? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If 'Yes' to line 6a or 6b, describe in Part III.

6a
6b

X
X

For persons listed in Form 990, Part VII, Section A, line la, did the organization provide any non-fixed
payments not described in lines 5 and 6? If 'Yes,' descnbe in Part III . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

7

X

Were any amounts reported in Form 990, Part VII, paid or accrued pursuant to a contract that was subject
to the initial contract exception described in Regulations section 53.4958-4(a)(3)"
If 'Yes,' describe in Part III . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

8

X

X
X
^.a

If 'Yes' to line 8, did the organization also follow the rebuttable presumption procedure described in Regulations
9
section 53.4958-6(c)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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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 in Schedule J, report compensation from the organization on row (1) and from related organizations, described in the instructions, on
row (li). Do not list any individuals that are not listed on Form 990, Part VII
Note . The sum of columns (B)(i)-(iii) for each listed individual must equal the total amount of Form 990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a, applicable column (D) and (E) amounts for that individual.
(B) Breakdown of W-2 and/or 1099-MISC compensation
(1) Base
compensation

(A) Name and Title

CHRIS CHOCOLA
1 PRESIDENT DIRECTOR

CHUCK PIKE

(1) __275000.
0.

(I)

205J300.

(i)

0.
77,600.

(C) Retirement
and other
deferred
compensation

(ill) Other
reportable
compensation

( ll) Bonus and
Incentive
compensation

(D) Nontaxable
benefits

0.

_____-0_. ---161179_
0.
0.

40000_ _______0.

______0. ___ 61241_

__225

000_ _______0.
0.

(F) Compensation
( E) Total of
columns(B)(i)-(D)
in column (B)
reported as
deferred in prior
Form 990
_ 516,179.
0.

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0.

251,541. __ 0_
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0.

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2 EXECUTIVE VICE

PRESIDENT

DOUGLAS MILLS
3 VP OF DEVELOPMENT

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4

7
8
9

(i)
10

11
12
13
(i)
14

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Schedule J (Form 990) 2014

 Schedule J (Form 990 ) 2014
Part Ili

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Supplemental Information

Provide the information , explanation , or descriptions required for Part I, lines 1 a , 1 b, 3, 4a, 4b, 4c , 5a, 5b , 6a, 6b , 7, and 8 , and for Part II. Also
complete this part for any additional information.

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Schedule J (Form 990) 2014
TEEA4103

10/17/14

 SCHEDULE 0

Supplemental Information to Form 990 or 990-EZ

(Form 990 or 990-EZ)

Complete to provide information for responses to specific questions on
Form 990 or 990-EZ or to provide any additional information.
Attach to Form 990 or 990-EZ.
Information about Schedule 0 (Form 990 or 990-EZ) and its instructions is
at www. irs.gov/form990.

Department of the Treasury

Internal Res'enue Service

OMBNo.1545-0047

2014
,go
Qpe n to,Publtc
ion
Ii

Name of the organization

Employer Identification number

CLUB FOR GROWTH

20-4681603

Pt VI,

Line

11b

THE CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER AND INDEPENDENT ACCOUNTANT PREPARE THE
WHICH IS THEN REVIEWED BY AT LEAST TWO KEY EMPLOYEES OR OFFICERS.

990,

TO ENSURE THE ORGANIZATION OPERATES IN A MANNER CONSISTENT WITH ITS
EXEMPT PURPOSE AND DOES NOT ENGAGE IN ACTIVITIES THAT COULD JEOPARDIZE
ITS TAX EXEMPT STATUS, PERIODIC REVIEWS ARE CONDUCTED. THE PERIODIC
REVIEWS SHALL, AT A MINIMUM, INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING SUBJECTS: a) WHETHER
COMPENSATION ARRANGEMENTS AND BENEFITS ARE REASONABLE, BASED ON
COMPETENT SURVEY INFORMATION, AND THE RESULT OF ARM'S LENGTH BARGAINING.
b) WHETHER PARTNERSHIPS, JOINT VENTURES, AND ARRANGEMENTS WITH
MANAGEMENT ORGANIZATIONS CONFORM TO THE ORGANIZATION'S WRITTEN POLICIES,

Pt VI,

Line

12c

ARE PROPERLY RECORDED, REFLECT REASONABLE INVESTMENT OR PAYMENTS FOR
GOODS AND SERVICES, FURTHER EXEMPT PURPOSES AND DO NOT RESULT IN
INUREMENT, IMPERMISSIBLE PRIVATE BENEFIT OR IN AN EXCESS BENEFIT
TRANSACTION.

Pt VI,

Line

15a

THE PRESIDENT'S SALARY IS DETERMINED BY THE BOARD,
OTHER FORM 990'S AND PUBLIC DOCUMENTS.

AS WELL AS STUDYING

Pt VI,

Line

15b

EMPLOYEES' COMPENSATION IS DETERMINED BY STUDYING OTHER FORM 990'S AND
PUBLIC DOCUMENTS, AS WELL AS INFORMATION FROM PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS,
THEN PRESENTED TO AND APPROVED BY THE BOARD.

Pt VI,

Line

19

AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST.

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

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Schedule 0 (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2014

 OMB No. 1545-0047

Related Organizations and Unrelated Partnerships

SCHEDULE R
(Form 990 )
Department of the Treasury

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Complete If the organization answered 'Yes' on Form 990, Part IV, line 33 , 34, 35b , 36, or 37.
^ Attach to Form 990.
1, Information about Schedule R (Form 990 ) and its instructions is at www.irs.gov/form990.

_ Inspection ___ .,rt'

Internal Revenue Service
Name of the organization

Employer Identification number

CLUB FOR GROWTH

20-4681603

(; a'

Identification of Disregarded Entities Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' on Form 990, Part IV, line 33.
(b)
Primary activity

(a)
Name, address , and EIN (if applicable) of disregarded entity
(1)

(d )
Total Income

(c)
Legal domicile (state
or foreign country)

( e)
End-of-year assets

(f)
Direct controlling
entity

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ARMIdentification of Related Tax-Exempt Organizations Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' on Form 990, Part IV, line 34 because it had
one or more related tax-exempt organizations during the tax year.
(a)
Name, address , and EIN of related organization

(b)
Primary activity

(c)
Legal domicile ( state
or foreign country)

(d)
Exempt Code
section

(e)
Public charity status
( if section 501 (c)(3))

(f)
Direct controlling
entity

(g)
Sec 512(b)(13)
controlled entity?
Yes

C LUB FOR GR0 WTH =PAC SEPERATE SEGREGATED FUND
2001_L STREET, NW_____________
2 0 0 3 6_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ POLITICAL
ACTIVITY
20-8404170
S21 CLUB FOR GROWTH ACTION
__ 2001_L STREET, NW_____________
__ WASHINGTON,- DC 20036__-________ POLITICAL

No

1

27-3167202

ACTIVITY

DC

527

N/A

CLUB FOR GROWTH

X

DC

527

N/A

CLUB FOR GROWTH

X

3

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

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Identification of Related Organizations Taxable as a Partnership Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' on Form 990, Part IV, line 34

Schedule R (Form 990) 2014
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iij•

because it had one or more related organizations treated as a partnership during the tax year.
(a)
Name, address, and EIN of
related organization

(b)
Primary activity

(c)
Legal
domicile
(state or
foreign
country)

(d )
Direct
controlling
entity

(e)
Predominant income
(related, unrelated,
excluded from tax
under sections
512-514 )

(f)
Share of total
income

(g)
Share of
end-of-year
assets

(h)
Disproportionate
allocations?
Yes

No

(I)
Code V-UBI
amount in box
20 of Schedule
K-1 (Form
1065)

(1)
General or
managing
partner?
Yes

(k)
Percentage
ownership

No

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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.

(a)
Name, address, and EIN of related organization

(b)
Primary activity

(c)
Legal domicile
(state or foreign
coun t ry)

(d)
Direct
controlling
en t i t y

(e)
Type of entity
(C corp, S corp,
or t rus t )

(f)
Share of
total income

(g)
Share of end-ofyear assets

(h)
Percentage
ownership

(i)
Sec 512(b)(13)
controlled entity?
Yes

(1)

No

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Schedule R (Form 990) 2014

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Past V Transactions With Related Organizations Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' on Form 990, Part IV, line 34, 35b, or 36.

1
a
b
c

Note . Complete line 1 if any entity is listed in Parts II, III, or IV of this schedule.
During the tax year, did the organization engage in any of the following transactions
Receipt of (i) interest (ii) annuities (iii) royalties or (iv) rent from a controlled entity .
Gift, grant, or capital contribution to related organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . .
Gift, grant, or capital contribution from related organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . .
Loans or loan guarantees to or for related organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Yes
with one or more related organizations listed in Parts II-IV7
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . .
. . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
d
e Loans or loan guarantees by related organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

No

mmm
1 a
X
1 b
X
1 c
X
1 d
1 e

X
X

f Dividends from related organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
g Sale of assets to related organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
h Purchase of assets from related organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1f
1 g
1 h

X

I Exchange of assets with related organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
J Lease of facilities, equipment, or other assets to related organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1 1
1J

X

1 k
1 1

X
X

k Lease of facilities, equipment, or other assets from related organization(s) . . . . . . . . . .
I Performance of services or membership or fundraising solicitations for related organization(s)
m Performance of services or membership or fundraising solicitations by related organization(s)
in Sharing of facilities, equipment, mailing lists, or other assets with related organization(s) . . .
o Sharing of paid employees with related organization(s)

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1m
1 n
10

p Reimbursement paid to related organization(s) for expenses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
q Reimbursement paid by related organization(s) for expenses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

X
X
X

X
X
X

IM M E
1 p
X
1 q
X

X
I r
r Other transfer of cash or property to related organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
X
s Other transfer of cash or property from related organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
is
2 If the answer to any of the above is 'Yes.' see the instructions for information on who must complete this line. includina covered relationships and transaction thresholds
(b)
(c)
(d)
(a)
Transaction
Amount involved
Method of determining
Name of related organization
type (a-s)
amount involved

(1)CLUB FOR GROWTH-PAC
(2)CLUB FOR GROWTH ACTION

45,000.

ASH PAID

120 , 000.

ASH PAID

(3)
(4)

(5)

(6)
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 Schedule R (Form 990) 2014
a

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Unrelated Organizations Taxable as a Partnership Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' on Form 990, Part IV, line 37.

Provide the following information for each entity taxed as a partnership through which the organization conducted more than five percent of its activities (measured by total assets or gross
revenue) that was not a related organization. See instructions regarding exclusion for certain investment partnerships

(a)
Name, address, and EIN of entity

(b)
Primary activity

(c)
Legal domicile
(state or foreign
country)

(d)
(e )
Predominant
Are all partners
income
section
501(c)(3)
(related, unreorganizations?
lated, excluded
from tax under
section 512-514) Yes
No

(f)
Share of
total income

(g)
Share of
end-of-year
assets

(h)
Disproportionate
allocations?

Yes

No

(I)
Code V-UBI
amount in box
20 of Schedule
K-1
Form (1065)

'

U)
General or
managing
partner?

Yes

(k)
Percentage
ownership

No

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scneauie K tharm y`JU) 2014

 Schedule R (Form 990)2014 CLUB FOR GROWTH
'Park I Supp lemental Information

20-4681603

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Provide additional information for responses to questions on Schedule R (see instructions).

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Schedule R (Form 990) 2014