OMB No. 1545-0047 Fm Return of Organization Exempt From income Tax Under section 501 527, or 4947(a)(1) of the internal Revenue Code (except black lung benefit trust or private foundation) open to Public 1 Department at the Treasury Internal Revenue service The organization may have to use a copy of this retum to satisfy state reporting requirements. inspection A For the 2011 calendar year, or tax year beginning 11/02 . 2011. and ending 10/31. 20 12 chm" Name ofm-ganizauon Employer identification number 'pink FREEDOM PARTNERS CHAMBER COMMERCE, INC. 45-3732750 mg? Doing Business As 55,39, Numberand street (or P.0. boxii mat isnot delivered to street address) Roomlsuite Telephone number 2200 wnson BLVD son 102-533 (571; 384-5811 I City or town. stale orcountiy. and ZIP 4 ARLINGTON, VA 22201-3324 Grossreceipts 256, 035, 920 . Name and address RICHARD RIBBENTROP Htal Yes El No 2200 WILSON BLVD STE 102-533 ARLINGTON, VA 22201-3324 H(b) Yes No I I I5o1(c)(3) I 5 4 (insert no.) I I 4947(a)(1) or I I527 Website: . FREE DOMPARTNERS . ORG H(c) Group exemption number Form of organization: I Icorpoiation I ITmslI IAssociallon I Iolher IL Yearotfonnation: 2011I State ofiegaldomlciie: DE Summary 1 Briefly describe the organization's mission or most significant activities: 4. ECOISQPEIC FBEEDOM AND - 0) 2 Check this box I: if the organization discontinued its operations or disposed of more than 25% of its net assets. .5 3 Number ofvoting members of the governing body (Partvl. line ta) . . 3 1. 4 Number of independent voting members of the governing body (PartVl. line 1b)_ . 4 0 5 Total number of individuals employed in calendaryear 2011 (PartV. line 2aTotal unreiated business revenue from Part column (C), Iine12 . . Ta 0 Net unrelated business taxable income from Form Prior Year Current Year ., 8 Contributions andgrants(PartV|ll. line 1h)_ . . . 0 936, 673. 9 Program service revenue (Part line 29) 0 254 710, 029. 5 10 Investment income (Part Vili. column (A), lines3. 4. and 7d) 0 27:515- 11 Other revenue (Part vm. column (A), lines 5, 6d. 8c, 9c. 10c. and11e) 0 0 12 Total revenue add lines 8 through 11 (must equal Part column (A). line 12255: 574: 213 - 'l 3 Grants and similar amounts paid (Part IX, column (A), lines 1-3) 0 235: 715: 250 - 14 Benefits paid to or formembers (Part IX. column (A). line 4) 0 0 3 15 Salaries. other compensation. employee benefits (Part IX, column (A). lines 5-10)_ 0 745:21.5- 16a Professional fundraising fees (Part IX, column (A). line He) . I 3 Total fundraising expenses (Part IX. column (D). line 25) is>> {fie 17 Other expenses 11f-2-tie) 0 1. 248, 371- 18 Total expenses. Add lines 13-17(must equal Part ix. column (A), line 25) 0 237,703: 337- 19 Revenue iess expenses. SubtractIine18fromline12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 1'7; 9'55:381- 3? Beginning of CurrentYear End of Year 18<<256.338- 21 Total ., 0 290.957. 22 Net assets orfund balances. Subtractlinezi from |me2017. 955:331>> Ne Signature Block Under penalties oi' perjury, I declare that have examined this retum. including accompanying schedules and statements, and to the best of my knowledge and belief. it is true. correct. and complete. Declaration oi preparer (other than ofiicer}js based on all information of which preparer has any knowledge. Sign Signat7re ofo 1081' Dale Here A/ii Gfl?i - 6Afl{PFfl?h Type or print name and title PrintIType preparers name Pr a rs na re Date checkI_I if PTIN Michael J. Engle 09/16/20 3 $9"-employed P00482834 I use OW FIrm'sname BKD. LLP Firm'sElN 44-0160260 Firarsaddress I 910 E. 51'. LOUIS STREIET, some 400 no 55505-2523 Phone no. 816-221-6300 May theiRS discuss this return with the preparer shown above? (see instructionsFor Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the separate instructions. Fonn 990 (2011) 9088FA K917 11-6.5 120-0096939-0077672 Form 8868 (Rev. 1-2012) Page 2 0 If you are filing for an Additional (Not Automatic) 3-Month Extension, complete only Part II and check this box Note. Only complete Part II if you have already been granted an automatic 3-month extension on a previously filed Form 8868. 0 If ou are filing for an Automatic 3-Month Extension, complete only Part I (on page 1). Additional (Not Automatic) 3-Month Extension of Time. Only file the original (no copies needed). Enter filer's identifying number, see instructions Name of exempt organization or other filer, see instructions. Employer identification number (EIN) or Type or print ASSOCIATION FOR AMERICAN INNOVATION, INC. 45-3732750 Number, street, and room or suite no. If a P.O. box, see instructions. Social security number (SSN) File by the due datefor 2200 WILSON BLVD. STE 102-533 City, town or post office, state, and ZIP code. For a foreign address, see instructions. instructions. ARLINGTON, VA 22201-3324 Enter the Return code for the return that this application is for (file a sejarate application for each returnApplication Return Application Return Is For Code Is For Code Form 990 01 Form 990-BL 02 Form 1041-A 08 Form 990-EZ 01 Form 4720 09 Form 990-PF 04 Form 5227 10 Form 990-T (sec. 401(a) or 408(a) trust) 05 Form 6069 1 1 Form 990-T (trust otherthan above) 06 Form 8870 12 Do not complete Part II if you were not already granted an automatic 3-month extension on a previously filed Form 8868. 0 The books are in the care of WAYNE GABLE Telephone No. 843 801-1400 FAX No. 0 If the organization does not have an office or place of business in the United States, check this box 0 If this is for a Group Return, enter the organization's four digit Group Exemption Number (GEN) . If this is for the whole group, check this box . if it is for part of the group, check this box I I and attach a list with the names and of all members the extension is for. 4 I request an additional 3-month extension of time until 20 13 5 For calendar year or other tax year beginning ll/01 20 11 and ending 10/31 20 12 6 If the tax year entered in line 5 is for less than 12 months, check reason: X|_l Initial return Final return Change in accounting period 7 State in detail why you need the extension ADDITIONAL TIME IS REQUIRED TO ACCUMULATE THE INFORMATION NECESSARY TO FILE A COMPLETE AND ACCURATE RETURN. 8a If this application is for Form 990-BL, 990-PF, 990-T, 4720, or 6069, enter the tentative tax, less any nonrefundable credits. See instructions. 3a If this application is for Form 990-PF, 990-T, 4720, or 6069, enter any refundable credits and estimated tax payments made. Include any prior year overpayment allowed as a credit and any amount paid previously with Form 8868. 87$ Balance Due. Subtract line 8b from line 8a. Include your payment with this form, if required, by using EFIPS (Electronic Federal Tax Payment System). See instructions. 8c Signature and Verification must be completed for Part II only. Under penalties of perjury, I declare that I have examined this form, including accompanying schedules and statements, and to the best of my knowledge and belief, it is true, correct, and complete, and that I am authorized to prepare this form. Signature Title Date Fonn 8868 (Rev. 1-2012) JSA 1 F8055 4.000 9088FA K917 ll-6.5 120-0096939-0077672 Fm, 8868 Application for Extension of Time To File an (Rev. Januan/2012) Exempt Organization Return OMB Department of the Treasury inieinai Revenue service File a separate application for each return. 0 If you are filing for an Automatic 3-Month Extension, complete only Part I and check this box 0 If you are filing for an Additional (Not Automatic) 3-Month Extension, complete only Part II (on page 2 of this form). Do not complete Partll unless you have already been granted an automatic 3-month extension on a previously filed Form 8868. Electronic filing (e-file). You can electronically file Form 8868 if you need a 3-month automatic extension of time to file (6 months for a corporation required to file Form 990-T), or an additional (not automatic) 3-month extension of time. You can electronically file Form 8868 to request an extension of time to file any of the forms listed in Part I or Part II with the exception of Form 8870, Information Return for Transfers Associated With Certain Personal Benefit Contracts, which must be sent to the IRS in paper format (see instructions). For more details on the electronic filing of this form, visit and click on e-fi/e for Charities Nonprofits. mmtomatic 3-Month Extension of Time. Only submit original (no copies needed). A corporation required to file Form 990-T and requesting an automatic 6-month extension - check this box and complete Part I only . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . All other corporations (including 1120-C filers), partnerships, REMICs, and trusts must use Form 7004 to request an extension of time to file income tax returns. Enter filer's identifying number, see instructions Name of exempt organization or other filer, see instructions. Empioyer identification number or Type or pm" ASSOCIATION FOR AMERICAN INNOVATION, INC. 45--3732750 232:2'; Number, street, and room or suite no. If a P.O. box, see instructions. Social security number (SSN) filing your 2200 WILSON BLVD. STE 102-533 City, town or post office, state, and ZIP code. For a foreign address, see instructions. ARLINGTON, VA 22201-3324 Enter the Return code for the return that this application is for (file a separate application for each returnApplication Return Application Return Is For Code is For Code Form 990 01 Form 990-T (corporation) 07 Form 990-BL 02 Form 1041-A 08 Form 990-EZ 01 Form 4720 09 Form 990-PF 04 Form 5227 10 Form 990-T (sec. 401(a) or 408(a) trust) 05 Form 6069 1 1 Form 990-T (trust other than above) 06 Form 8870 12 0 The books are in the care of WAYNE GABLE Telephone No. 843 801-1400 FAXNO. 0 if the organization does not have an office or place of business in the United States, check this box El 0 If this is for a Group Return, enter the organization's four digit Group Exemption Number (GEN) . If this is for the whole group, check this box El . If it is for part of the group, check this box I and attach a list with the names and of all members the extension is for. 1 I request an automatic 3-month (6 months for a corporation required to file Form 990-T) extension of time until 06/ 15 20 13 to file the exempt organization return for the organization named above. The extension is for the organization's return for: I calendar year 20: or tax year beginning ll/01 2011 and ending 10/31 20 12 2 if the tax year entered in line 1 is for less than 12 months, check reason: Initial return Final return Change in accounting period 3a If this application is for Form 990-BL, 990-PF, 990-T, 4720, or 6069, enter the tentative tax, less any nonrefundable credits. See instructions. 3a if this application is for Form 990-PF, 990-T, 4720, or 6069, enter any refundable credits and estimated tax payments made. Include any prior year overpayment allowed as a credit. 3b Balance due. Subtract line 3b from line 3a. include your payment with this form, if required, by using (Electronic Federal Tax Payment System). See instructions. 3c caution. if you are going to make an electronic fund withdrawal with this Form 8868, see Form 8453-EO and Form 8879-EO for payment instructions. For Privacy Act and Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see Instructions. Fonn 8868 (Rev. 1-2012) 9088FA K917 11-6.5 120--0096939--0077672 FREEDOM PARTNERS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, INC. 45-3732750 Form 990 (2011) Page 2 Part Statement of Program Service Accomplishments Check if Schedule 0 contains a response to any question in this Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Briefly describe the organization's mission: FREEDOM PARTNERS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE ADVANCES ITS COMMON BUSINESS INTERESTS BY PROMOTING ECONOMIC FREEDOM AND IMPROVING BUSINESS CONDITIONS IN THE UNITED STATES, THEREBY INCREASING OPPORTUNITY, INNOVATION, AND PROSPERITY FOR ALL AMERICANS. (SEE SCHEDULE O) 2 Did the organization undertake any significant program services during the year which were not listed on the prior Form 990 "Yes," describe these new services on Schedule 0. 3 Did the organization cease conducting, or make significant changes in how it conducts, any program services? yes No If "Yes," describe these changes on Schedule 0. 4 Describe the organization's program service accomplishments for each of its three largest program services, as measured by expenses. Section 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations and section 4947(a)(1) trusts are required to report the amount of grants and allocations to others, the total expenses, and revenue, if any, for each program service reported. 4a (Code: (Expenses including grants of (Revenue SUPPORTED BROAD-BASED COALITIONS TO ADVANCE FREE MARKETS AND A FREE SOCIETY . 4b (Code: (Expenses including grants of )(Revenue EDUCATED THE PUBLIC AND CONDUCTED PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS TO INCREASE THE LEVEL OF PUBLIC DEBATE ABOUT KEY ISSUES AFFECTING AMERICAN BUSINESS, ECONOMIC INNOVATION, COMPETITIVENESS, AND THE ROLE OF GOVERNMENT IN A FREE SOCIETY. 4c (Code: )(Expenses including grants of$ )(Revenue CONDUCTED RESEARCH AND POLLING ON VARIOUS POLICIES AND PROPOSALS AFFECTING THE COMMON BUSINESS INTERESTS OF ITS MEMBERS TO EFFECTIVELY PRESENT THE AMERICAN PUBLIC AND POLICY MAKERS WITH REASONED ALTERNATIVES AND POSITIVE POLICY SUGGESTIONS THAT WILL PROMOTE INNOVATION AND THE COMPETITIVE STANDING OF ITS MEMBERS. 4d Other program services (Describe in Schedule 0.) (Expenses including grants of (Revenue 4e Total program service expenses Form 990 (2011) 9088FA K917 ll-6.5 120-0096939-0077672 FREEDOM PARTNERS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, INC . 45-3732750 Form 990 (2011) Page 3 Checklist of Required Schedules Yes No 1 Is the organization described in section 501(c)(3) or 4947(a)(1) (other than a private foundation)? If "Yes," complete ScheduIeA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 2 Is the organization required to complete Schedule B, Schedule of Contributors (see instructionsDid 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, Partl . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 4 Section 501(c)(3) organizations. Did the organization engage in lobbying activities, or have a section 501 election in effect during the tax year? If "Yes, complete Schedule C, Part the organization a section 501(c)(4), 501(c)(5), or 501(c)(6) organization that receives membership dues, assessments, or similar amounts as defined in Revenue Procedure 98-19? If "Yes," complete Schedule C, Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 6 Did the organization maintain any donor advised funds or any similar funds or accounts for which donors have the right to provide advice on the distribution or investment of amounts in such funds or accounts? If "Yes, complete Schedule D, PartDid 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 Did the organization maintain collections of works of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, PanDid the organization report an amount in Part X, line 21; serve as a custodian for amounts not listed in Part or provide credit counseling, debt management, credit repair, or debt negotiation services? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part Did the organization, directly or through a related organization, hold assets in temporarily restricted endowments, permanent endowments, or quasi-endowments? If "Yes, complete Schedule D, Part . . . . . . . 10 11 If the organization's answer to any of the following questions is "Yes," then complete Schedule D, Parts VI, VII, IX, or as applicable. a Did the organization report an amount for land, buildings, and equipment in Part X, line 10? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11a Did the organization report an amount for investments--other securities in Part X, line 12 that is 5% or more of its total assets reported in Part X, line 16? If "Yes, complete Schedule D, Part VII 11b 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 11c Did the organization report an amount for other assets in Part X, line 15 that is 5% or more of its total assets reported in Part X, line 16? If "Yes, complete Schedule D, Part IX 11d Did the organization report an amount for other liabilities in Part X, line 25? If "Yes, complete Schedule D, Pan'X 116' 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)? If "Yes, complete Schedule D, PartX 11f 12a Did the organization obtain separate, independent audited financial statements for the tax year'? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Parts XI, XII12a 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, XII, and is optional . . . . . . . . . . . . 12b 13 Is the organization a school described in section If "Yes, complete Schedule . . . . . . . . . . 13 14a Did the organization maintain an office, employees, or agents outside of the United States14a 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 land Did the organization report on Part IX, column (A), line 3, more than $5,000 of grants or assistance to any organization or entity located outside the United States? If "Yes," complete Schedule F, Parts Did the organization report on Part IX, column (A), line 3, more than $5,000 of aggregate grants or assistance to individuals located outside the United States? If "Yes, complete Schedule F, Parts and Did the organization report a total of more than $15,000 of expenses for professional fundraising services on Part IX, column (A), lines 6 and 11e? If "Yes, complete Schedule G, Part I (see InstructionsDid the organization report more than $15,000 total of fundraising event gross income and contributions on Part lines 1c and 8a? If "Yes, complete Schedule G, Part Did the organization report more than $15,000 of gross income from gaming activities on Part line 9a? If "Yes, complete Schedule G, Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 zoa Did the organization operate one or more hospital facilities? If "Yes," complete Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20a If "Yes" to line 20a, did the organization attach a copy of its audited financial statements to this return20b JSA Form 990 (2011) 1E1021 1.000 9088FA K917 ll-6.5 120-OO96939--OO77672 FREEDOM PARTNERS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, INC. 45--3732750 Form 990 (2011) Page 4 Part IV Checklist of Required Schedules (continued) Yes No 21 Did the organization report more than $5,000 of grants and other assistance to any government or organization in the United States on Part IX, column (A), line 1? If "Yes," complete Schedule I, Parts Did the organization report more than $5,000 of grants and other assistance to individuals in the United States on Part IX, column (A), line 2? If "Yes, complete Schedule Parts 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 ScheduIeJ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 24a Did the organization have a tax-exempt bond issue with an outstanding principal amount of more than $100,000 as of the last day of the year, that was issued after December 31, 2002? If "Yes," answer lines 24b through 24d and complete Schedule If "No, go to line 243 Did the organization invest any proceeds of tax-exempt bonds beyond a temporary period exception24b Did the organization maintain an escrow account other than a refunding escrow at any time during the year to defease any tax-exempt bonds246 Did the organization act as an "on behalf of" issuer for bonds outstanding at any time during the yearSection 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations. Did the organization engage in an excess benefit transaction with a disqualified person during the year'? If "Yes," complete Schedule L, Partl . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 258 Is the organization aware that it engaged in an excess benefit transaction with a disqualified person in a prior year, and that the transaction has not been reported on any of the organization's prior Forms 990 or If "Yes, complete Schedule L, Partl . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25b 26 Was a loan to or by a current or former officer, director, trustee, key employee, highly compensated employee, or disqualified person outstanding as of the end of the organization's tax year'? If "Yes, complete Schedule L, Part II . 26 27 Did the organization provide a grant or other assistance to an officer, director, trustee, key employee, substantial contributor or employee thereof, a grant selection committee member, or to a 35% controlled entity or family member of any of these persons? If "Yes," complete Schedule Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 28 Was the organization a party to a business transaction with one of the following parties (see Schedule L, Part IV instructions for applicable filing thresholds, conditions, and exceptions): a A current or former officer, director, trustee, or key employee? If "Yes, "complete Schedule L, Part family member of a current or former officer, director, trustee, or key employee? If "Yes," complete Schedule L, Part entity of which a current or former officer, director, trustee, or key employee (or a family member thereof) was an officer, director, trustee, or direct or indirect owner? If "Yes," complete Schedule L, Part Did the organization receive more than $25,000 in non-cash contributions? If "Yes," complete Schedule 29 30 Did the organization receive contributions of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets, or qualified conservation contributions? If "Yes," complete Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 31 Did the organization liquidate, terminate, or dissolve and cease operations? If "Yes," complete Schedule N, Partl . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 32 Did the organization sell, exchange, dispose of, or transfer more than 25% of its net assets? If "Yes," complete Schedule N, Partll . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 33 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, Partl . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 34 Was the organization related to any tax-exempt or taxable entity? If "Yes," complete Schedule R, Parts II, and V, Iine1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 35 a Did the organization have a controlled entity within the meaning of section 512(b)(13)? 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 35b 36 Section 501(c)(3) organizations. Did the organization make any transfers to an exempt non-charitable related organization? If "Yes, complete Schedule R, Part V, line 2 36 37 Did the organization conduct more than 5% of its activities through an entity that is not a related organization and that is treated as a partnership for federal income tax purposes? If "Yes," complete Schedule PartlDid the organization complete Schedule 0 and provide explanations in Schedule 0 for Part VI, lines 11 and 19? Note. All Form 990 filers a_re required to complete Schedule Form 990 (2011) JSA 1E10301.000 9088FA K917 1l--6.5 120-0096939-0077672 FREEDOM PARTNERS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, INC. 45--3732750 Form 990 (2011) Page 5 Statements Regarding Other IRS Filings and Tax Compliance Check if Schedule 0 contains a response to any question in this Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Yes No 1a Enterthe number reported in Box3 of Form 1096. Enter-0- if not applicable 1a 0 Enter the number of Forms W-2G included in line 1a. Enter -0- if not applicable 1b 0 Did the organization comply with backup withholding rules for reportable payments to vendors and reportable gaming (gambling) winnings to prize winners? 1c 2a Enter the number of employees reported on Form W-3, Transmittal of Wage and Tax Statements, filed for the calendar year ending with or within the year covered by this return 2a 0 If at least one is reported on line 2a, did the organization file all required federal employment tax returns? 2b Note. Ifthe sum of lines 1a and 2a is greater than 250, you may be required to e-file (see instructions) 3a Did the organization have unrelated business gross income of $1 .000 or more during the year'? 3a If "Yes," has it filed a Form 990-T for this year? If "No, "provide an explanation in Schedule 0 3b 4a At any time during the calendar year, did the organization have an interest in, or a signature or other authority over, a financial account in a foreign country (such as a bank account, securities account, or other financial account"Yes," enter the name of the foreign country: See instructions for filing requirements for Form TD 90-22.1, Report of Foreign Bank and Financial Accounts. 5a Was the organization a party to a prohibited tax shelter transaction at anytime during the tax year? 5a Did any taxable party notify the organization that it was or is a party to a prohibited tax shelter transaction? 5b If "Yes" to line 5a or 5b, did the organization file Form 5c 6a Does the organization have annual gross receipts that are normally greater than $100,000, and did the organization solicit any contributions that were not tax deductible? 6a If "Yes," did the organization include with every solicitation an express statement that such contributions or gifts were not tax deductibleOrganizations that may receive deductible contributions under section 170(c). a Did the organization receive a payment in excess of $75 made partly as a contribution and partly for goods and services provided to the oayor"Yes," did the organization notify the donor of the value of the goods or services provided? 7b Did the organization sell, exchange, or othenivise dispose of tangible personal property for which it was required to file Form 8282"Yes," indicate the number of Forms 8282 filed during the year I 7d Did the organization receive any funds, directly or indirectly, to pay premiums on a personal benefit contract? Te Did the organization, during the year, pay premiums, directly or indirectly, on a personal benefit contract? 7f If the organization received a contribution of qualified intellectual property, did the organization file Form 8899 as required? If the organization received a contribution of cars, boats, airplanes, or other vehicles, did the organization file a Form 1098-0? 7 8 Sponsoring organizations maintaining donor advised funds and section 509(a)(3) supporting organizations. Did the supporting organization, or a donor advised fund maintained by a sponsoring organization, have excess business holdings at any time during the year? 8 9 Sponsoring organizations maintaining donor advised funds. a Did the organization make any taxable distributions under section 4966? 9a Did the organization make a distribution to a donor, donor advisor, or related person? 9b 10 Section 501(c)(7) organizations. Enter: a Initiation fees and capital contributions included on Part line 12 10a Gross receipts, included on Form 990, Part line 12, for public use of club facilities 10b 11 Section 501(c)(12) organizations. Enter: a Gross income from members or shareholders 11a Gross income from other sources (Do not net amounts due or paid to other sources against amounts due or received from them.) 11b 12a Section 4947(a)(1) non-exempt charitable trusts. Is the organization filing Form 990 in lieu of Form 1041? 12a If "Yes," enter the amount of tax-exempt interest received or accrued during the year 12b 13 Section 501(c)(29) qualified nonprofit health insurance issuers. a Is the organization licensed to issue qualified health plans in more than one state? 13a Note. See the instructions for additional information the organization must report on Schedule 0. Enter the amount of reserves the organization is required to maintain by the states in which the organization is licensed to issue qualified health plans 13b Enterthe amount of reserves on hand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136 14a Did the organization receive any payments for indoor tanning services during the tax year? 14a If "Yes," has it filed a Form 720 to report these payments? If "l\lo, provide an explanation in Schedule 14b JSA 1510401300 Form 990 (2011) 9088FA K917 11-6.5 120-0096939-0077672 Form 990 (2011) FREEDOM PARTNERS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, INC. 45-3732750 Page6 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 to any question in this Part Section A. Governing Body and Management Yes No 1a Enter the number of voting members of the governing body at the end of the tax year. if there are - - - - - - 13 1 material differences in voting rights among members of the governing body, or if the governing body delegated broad authority to an executive committee or similar committee, explain in Schedule 0. Enter the number of voting members included in line 1a, above, who are independent . . . . . . 1b 2 Did any officer, director, trustee, or key employee have a family relationship or a business relationship with any other officer, director, trustee, or key employeeDid the organization delegate control over management duties customarily performed by or under the direct supervision of officers, directors, or trustees, or key employees to a management company or other person? . . . 3 4 Did the organization make any significant changes to its governing documents since the prior Form 990 was filedDid the organization become aware during the year of a significant diversion of the organization's assetsDid the organization have members or stockholdersDid the organization have members, stockholders, or other persons who had the power to elect or appoint one or more members of the governing bodyAre any governance decisions of the organization reserved to (or subject to approval by) members, stockholders, or persons other than the governing bodyDid the organization contemporaneously document the meetings held or written actions undertaken during the year by the following: a The governing bodyEach committee with authority to act on behalf of the governing bodythere any officer, director, trustee, or key employee listed in Part VII, Section A, who cannot be reached at the organization's mailing address? If "Yes, provide the names and addresses in Schedule Section B. Policies (This Section requests information about policies not required by the Internal Revenue Code.) Yes No 10a Did the organization have local chapters, branches, or affiliates"Yes," did the organization have written policies and procedures governing the activities of such chapters, affiliates, and branches to ensure their operations are consistent with the organization's exempt purposes? . . . . 1013 11a Has the organization provided a complete copy of this Form 990 to all members of its governing body before filing the form? . . 113 Describe in Schedule 0 the process, if any, used by the organization to review this Form 990. 12a Did the organization have a written conflict of interest policy? If "No, go to line 123 Were officers, directors, or trustees, and key employees required to disclose annually interests that could give rise to conflicts12b Did the organization regularly and consistently monitor and enforce compliance with the policy? If "Yes," describe in Schedule 0 how this was done . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120 1 3 Did the organization have a written whistleblower policyDid the organization have a written document retention and destruction policyDid the process for determining compensation of the following persons include a review and approval by independent persons, comparability data, and contemporaneous substantiation of the deliberation and decision? a The organization's CEO, Executive Director, or top management official . . . . 15.9.9 . 15a Other officers or key employees of the organization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15b If "Yes" to line 15a or 15b, describe the process in Schedule 0 (see instructions.) 16a Did the organization invest in, contribute assets to, or participate in a joint venture or similar arrangement with ataxable entity during the year"Yes," did the organization follow a written policy or procedure requiring the organization to evaluate its participation in joint venture arrangements under applicable federal tax law, and take steps to safeguard the organization's exempt status with respect to such arrangements? 155 Section C. Disclosure 17 18 19 20 JSA 1E10421.000 9O88FA K917 Own website List the states with which a copy of this Form 990 is required to be filed >_1fi]91fiI? 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 ins ection. Indicate how you made these available. Check all that apply. Another's website Upon request 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, physical address, and telephone number of the person who possesses the books and records of the ?"QaniZati?n3 RIBBENTROP 2200 wILsoy BLVD. 102-533 ARLINGTON, VA 22201-3324 571-384-5811 Fonn 990 (2011) ll-6.5 120-0096939-0077672 Form 990 (2011) FREEDOM PARTNERS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, INC. 45--3732750 Page? Part VII Compensation of Officers, Directors, Trustees, Key Employees, Highest Compensated Employees, and Independent Contractors Check if Schedule 0 contains a response to any question in this Part VII . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Section A. Officers, Directors, Trustees, Key Employees, and Highest Compensated Employees 1a Complete this table for all persons required to be listed. Report compensation for the calendar year ending with or within the organization's tax year. 0 List all of the organization's current officers, directors, trustees (whether individuals or organizations), regardless of amount of compensation. Enter -0- in columns (D), (E), and (F) if no compensation was paid. 0 List all of the organization's current key employees, if any. See instructions for definition of "key employee." 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. 0 List all of the organization's former officers, key employees, and highest compensated employees who received more than $100,000 of reportable compensation from the organization and any related organizations. List all of the organization's former directors or trustees that received, in the capacity as a former director or trustee of the organization, more than $10,000 of reportable compensation from the organization and any related organizations. List persons in the following order: individual trustees or directors; institutional trustees; officers; key employees; highest compensated employees; and former such persons. Check this box if neither the organization nor any related organization compensated any current officer, director, or trustee. (A) (B) (C) (D) (E) (F) Name and Title Average Position Reportable Reportable Estimated hours per (do not check more than one compensation compensation from amount of Week box, unless person is both an from related other . the or anizafions coni ensafion hoeus?nfoer '3 organization (w-as/1099-Misc) the 2 5 3 wi organization organizations in 3 in 0 in Schedule g' 'g a and related 0) 9. g. 3 a organizations DIRECTOR 5 . 00 0 0 EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR 40 . 00 0 0 __L5l -110.) -112.) -114) JSA Form 990 (2011) 1E1041 L000 9088FA K917 ll-6.5 120-0096939-0077672 Name and business address FREEDOM PARTNERS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, INC. 45-3732750 Form 990 (2011) Page 8 Part VII Section A. Officers, Directors, Trustees, Ke Employees, and Highest Compensated Employees (continued) (A) (B) (C) (D) (E) (F) Name and title Average Position Reportable Reportable Estimated hours per (d0 not check more than one compensation compensation from amount Of week box, unless person is both an from reiated other (describe officer and a director/trustee) the organizations compensation hoursfor 3 57 2 ?5 3% 6" organization the related 3: :9 1% 3' organization organizations 3% 8- -g 3* arid related in Schedule 9* 5 3 3 organizations 0) tn 8 9. 8 1b sub-total . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 0 0 Total from continuation sheets to Part VII, Section A . 0 0 0 Total (add lines Total number of individuals (including but not limited to those listed above) who received more than $100,000 of reportable compensation from the organization 0 Yes No 3 Did the organization list any former officer, director, or trustee, key employee, or highest compensated employee on line 1a? If "Yes,"compIete Schedule for such individual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 4 For any individual listed on line 1a, is the sum of reportable compensation and other compensation from the organization and related organizations greater than $150,000? If "Yes," complete Schedule for such individual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 5 Did any person listed on line 1a receive or accrue compensation from any unrelated organization or individual for services rendered to the organization? If "Yes," complete Schedule for such person . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Section B. Independent Contractors 1 Complete this table for your five highest compensated independent contractors that received more than $100,000 of compensation from the organization. Report compensation for the calendar year ending with or within the organization's tax year (A) (B) (0) Description of services Compensation 2 Total number of independent contractors (including but not limited to those listed above) who received more than $100,000 in compensation from the organization JSA 1 E1055 2.000 9088FA K917 ll-6.5 120-0096939-0077672 Form 990 (2011) Form 990 (2011) FREEDOM PARTNERS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, INC . 45--373275O Page 9 Statement of Revenue (A) (B) (C) (D) Tote) revenue Related or Unrelated Revenue exempt business excluded from tax function revenue under sections revenue 512, 513, or 514 1a Federated campaigns . . . . . . . . 'la 5 2 Membership dues . . . . . . . . . "3 g: Fundraising events . . . . . . . . . 16 Related organizations . . . . . . . . 1d Government grants (contributions) . . 19 *3 All other contributions, gifts, grants, ?5 and similar amounts not included above . 1f 936: 5'73- ?g Noncash contributions included in lines 1a-1f: 61 6 Tota_l. Add lines 1a-936, 673. Business Code 2a MEMBERSHIP DUES 931.099 148,910,029. 148,910,029. 1, SA FUND All other program service revenue . . . . . Total. Add lines 2a-254,710,123. 3 Investment income (including dividends, interest, and other similar amounts30v 018- 4 lncome from investment of tax-exempt bond proceeds . . . 5 0 5 Royames . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 Real (ii) Personal 6a Gross rents . . . . . . . . Less: rental expenses . . . Rental income or (loss) . . Net rental income or (lossSecurities (ii) Other 7a Gross amount from sales of assets other than inventory *5 3: Less: cost or other basis and sales expenses . . . . W1. "92- Gain or (loss-A, Netgainor(Ioss--2,502. --2,502. 8a Gross income from fundraising events (not including 5 of contributions reported on line 1c). See Part IV, line Less: direct expenses . . . . . . . . . . 5 Net income or (loss) from fundraising events . . . . . . . . 0 9a Gross income from gaming activities. See PartlV,|ine19 3 Less: direct expenses . . . . . . . . . . Net income or (loss) from gaming activities . . . . . . . . . 0 10a Gross sales of inventory, less returns and allowances a Less: cost of goods sold . . . . . . . . . Net income or (loss) from sales of inventoryMiscellaneous Revenue Business Code 11a All other revenue . . . . . . . . . . . . . Total. Add lines 11a-11d . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 12 Total revenue. See irLs_tructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 255,674,218. 254,710,029. 27,516. Fonn 990 (2011) JSA 151051 1.000 9088FA K917 11-6.5 120-0096939-0077672 Form 990 (2011) Part IX Statement of Functional Expenses FREEDOM PARTNERS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, 45-3732750 Page 1 0 Section 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations must complete all columns. All other organizations must complete column (A) but are not required to complete columns (B), (C), and (D). Check if Schedule 0 contains a response to any question in this Part IX L, Do not include amounts reported on lines 6b' Total exgenses Progra(r?service and Func(llr)a)ising 7b: 8b: 9b: and 10b of Part expenses general expenses expenses 1 Grants and other assistance to govemments and organizations in the United States. See Part IV, line Grants and other assistance to individuals in the United States. See Part IV, line Grants and other assistance to governments, organizations, and individuals outside the United States. See Part IV, lines 15 and 16_ 4 Benefits paid to or for members 0 5 Compensation of current officers, directors, trustees, and key employees 2 45 502 . 6 Compensation not included above, to disqualified persons (as defined under section 4958(f)(1)) and persons described in section 4958(c)(3)(Other salaries and wages . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 33 I 8 05 - Pension plan accruals and contributions (include section 401(k) and 403(b) employer contributionsOther employee benefits . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 4 5 65 - 10 Payroll taxes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35; 125 - 1 1 Fees for services (non-employees): a Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 Legal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 743,577- Accounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 Lobbying . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 Professional fundraising services. See Part N, line 17 Investment management fees . . . . . . . . . 9 Other . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 342r664- 12 Advertising and promotion . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Office expenses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 610 - 14 Information technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . Royalties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 16 Occupancy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 391805- 17 Travel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56:587- 18 Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials 0 19 Conferences, conventions, and meetings . . . . 3 568 - 20 Interest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Payments to affiliates . . . . 0 22 Depreciation, depletion, and amortization . . . . 5: 2 61 - 23 Insurance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9r 088- 24 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.) a 2 I 392- JQQEEL 4 2 0 - All other expenses 25 Total functional expenses. Add lines 1 through 24e 237 708 837 - 26 Joint costs. Complete this line only if the organization reported in column (B) joint costs from a combined educational campaign and fundraising solicitation. Check here if following SOP 98-2 (ASC 958-720) 0 990 (2011) 9088FA K917 l1--6.5 120-0096939-0077672 JSA 1E1053 1.000 90 88FA K917 ll-6.5 120-0096939-0077672 FREEDOM PARTNERS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, INC . 45--3732750 Form 990 (2011) Page 11 Balance Sheet (A) (3) Beginning of year End of year 1 Cash - non-interest-bearing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 1 12, 052, 306- 2 Savings and temporary cash investments 2 6, 040, 318 . 3 Pledges and grants receivable, net 3 4 Accounts receivableReceivables from current and former officers, directors, trustees, key employees, and highest compensated employees. Complete Part II of 5ChedU'9'-- . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 5 0 6 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) 0 6 7 Notes and loans receivable, net 7 2 8 Inventories for sale or use . 8 9 Prepaid expenses and deferred charges 9 1 6 829 . 10a Land, buildings, and equipment: cost or other basis. Complete Part VI of Schedule 10a 103, 937. Less: accumulated depreciation 10b 5, 261 . O10c 98 67 6 . 11 Investments - publicly traded securities 11 1 2 Investments - other securities. See Part IV, line 11 12 13 Investments - program-related. See Part IV, line 11 13 14 intangible assets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 14 0 15 Other assets. See Part IV, line 11 15 48 209 . 16 Total assets. Add lines 1 through 15 (must equal line 3418, 256, 338 . 17 Accounts payable and accrued expenses . 0 17 290; 957 - 18 Grants payable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 18 0 19 Deferred revenue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 19 0 20 Tax-exempt bond liabilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 20 0 21 Escrow or custodial account liability. Complete Part IV of Schedule 21 22 Payables to current and former officers, directors, trustees, key employees, highest compensated employees, and disqualified persons. complete Part" or scheduIeL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 22 0 23 Secured mortgages and notes payable to unrelated third parties 0 23 24 Unsecured notes and loans payable to unrelated third parties 0 24 25 Other liabilities (including federal income tax, payables to related third parties, and other liabilities not included on lines 17-24). Complete Part of Schedu|Total liabilities. Add lines 17 through 290, 957 . Organizations that follow SFAS 117, check here IE and complete 3 lines 27 through 29, and lines 33 and 34. 27 Unrestricted net assets 0 27 17, 965,381. 3 28 Temporarily restricted net assets 0 28 0 'g 29 Permanently restricted net assets 29 0 Organizations that do not follow SFAS 117, check here and '5 complete lines 30 through 34. .3 30 Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds 30 3 31 Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, building, or equipment fund 31 32 Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or otherfunds 32 33 Total net assets or fund balances 33 17, 965, 381 . 34 Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 18 256, 338 . Fonn 990 (2011) FREEDOM PARTNERS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, INC. Form 990 (2011) Reconciliation of Net Assets Check if Schedule 0 contains a response to any question in this Part 45-3732750 Page 1 2 CI 1 Total revenue (must equal Part column (A), line 12255' 674' 218 2 Total expenses (must equal Part IX, column (A), line 25237' 708 837 3 Revenue less expenses. Subtract line 2 from line 965' 381 4 Net assets or fund balances at beginning of year (must equal Part X, line 33, column . . . . . . . . 4 5 Other changes in net assets or fund balances (explain in Schedule Net assets or fund balances at end of year. Combine lines 3, 4, and 5 (must equal Part X, line 33, column . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 17 9 65 381 . Financial Statements and Reporting Check if Schedule 0 contains a response to any question in this Part XII . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Yes No 1 Accounting method used to prepare the Form 990: Cash Accrual Other If the organization changed its method of accounting from a prior year or checked "Other," explain in Schedule 0. 2a Were the organization's financial statements compiled or reviewed by an independent accountant? 2a Were the organization's financial statements audited by an independent accountant? 2b 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?_ 26 If the organization changed either its oversight process or selection process during the tax year, explain in Schedule 0. If "Yes" to line 2a or 2b, check a box below to indicate whether the financial statements for the year were issued on a separate basis, consolidated basis, or both: separate basis Consondated basis Both consolidated and separate basis 3a As a result of a federal award, was the organization required to undergo an audit or audits as set forth in the Single Audit Act and OMB Circular . 3a If "Yes," did the organization undergo the required audit or audits? If the organization did not undergo the required audit or audits, explain why in Schedule 0 and describe any steps taken to undergo such audits 3b JSA 1E10541.000 9088FA K917 ll-6.5 120-0096939-0077672 Form 990 (2011) SCHEDULE Political Campaign and Lobbying Activities owns No. 1545-0047 (Form 990 or 990-EZ) For Organizations Exempt From Income Tax Under section 501(c) and section 527 Complete if the organization is described below. 5 Attach to Form 990 or Form 990-EZ. Open to Public epartment of the Treasury . t. lntemal Revenue Service ee separa ms ruc ln5peCt|0n If the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 3, or Form 990-EZ, Part V, line 46 (Political Campaign Activities), then 0 Section 501(c)(3) organizations: Complete Parts l-A and B. Do not complete Part I-C. 0 Section 501 (other than section 501(c)(3)) organizations: Complete Parts I-A and below. Do not complete Part l-B. 0 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 0 Section 501(c)(3) organizations that have filed Form 5768 (election under section 501(h)): Complete Part ll-A. Do not complete Part ll-B. 0 Section 501(c)(3) organizations that have NOT filed Form 5768 (election under section 501(h)): Complete Part ll-B. Do not complete Part ll-A. If the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 5 (Proxy Tax) or Form 990-EZ, Part V, line 35c (Proxy Tax), then 0 Section 501(c)(4), (5), or (6) organizations: Complete Part Name of organization Employer identification number FREEDOM PARTNERS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, INC . 45-3732750 Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c) or is a section 527 organization. 1 Provide a description of the organization's direct and indirect political campaign activities in Part IV. 2 Political expenditures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 V0|Ui'|teeComplete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c)(3). 1 Enter the amount of any excise tax incurred by the organization under section 4955 . . . . 2 Enter the amount of any excise tax incurred by organization managers under section 4955 . . 3 If the organization incurred a section 4955 tax, did it file Form 4720 for this yearcorrection made"Yes," describe in Part IV. Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c), except section 501(c)(3). 1 Enter the amount directly expended by the filing organization for section 527 exempt function activities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Enter the amount of the filing organization's funds contributed to other organizations for section 527 exempt function activities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 3 Total exempt function expenditures. Add lines 1 and 2. Enter here and on Form 1120-POL, |ine17b . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Did the filing organization file Form 1120-POL forthis year? Yes No 5 Enter the names, addresses and employer identification number (EIN) of all section 527 political organizations to which the filing organization made payments. For each organization listed, enter the amount paid from the filing organization's funds. Also enter the amount of political contributions received that were and directly delivered to a separate political organization, such as a separate segregated fund or a political action committee (PAC). If additional space is needed, provide information in Part IV. Name Address Amount paid from Amount of political filing organization's contributions received and funds. If none, enter -0-. and directly delivered to a separate political organization. If none, enter -0-. (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990 or 990-EZ. Schedule (Form 990 OT 990-52) 2011 JSA 1 E1 264 1.000 9088FA K917 ll-6.5 120-0096939-0077672 Schedule (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2011 FREE DOM PARTNERS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE INC . Page 2 Part II-A Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c)(3) and filed Form 5768 (election under section 501(h)). A Check if the filing organization belongs to an affiliated group (and list in Part IV each affiliated group member's name, address, EIN, expenses, and share of excess lobbying expenditures). Check pm if the filing organization checked boxA and ''limited control" provisions apply. Limits on Lobbying Expenditures (3) Fi|ing Affifiated (The term "expenditures" means amounts paid or incurred.) organization's totals group totals Total lobbying expenditures to influence public opinion (grass roots lobbying) Total lobbying expenditures to influence a legislative body (direct lobbying) Total lobbying expenditures (add lines 1a and 1b) Other exempt purpose expenditures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Total exempt purpose expenditures (add lines 1c and 1d) Lobbying nontaxable amount. Enter the amount from the following table in both columns. If the amount on Iine1e, column or is: The lobbying nontaxable amount is: Not over $500,000 20% of the amount on |ine1e. Over $500,000 but not over $1,000,000 $100,000 plus 15% of the excess over $500,000. Over $1,000,000 but not over $1,500,000 $175,000 plus 10% of the excess over $1,000,000. Over $1,500,000 but not over $17,000,000 $225,000 plus 5% of the excess over $1,500,000. Over $17,000,000 $1,000,000. Grassroots nontaxable amount (enter 25% of line 1f) Subtract line 1g from line 1a. lf zero or less, enter -0- Subtract line 1f from line 1c. lf zero or less, enter -0- If there is an amount other than zero on either line 1h or line 1i, did the organization file Form 4720 reporting section 4911 tax forthis year4-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 on page 4.) Lobbying Expenditures During 4-Year Averaging Period Calendar year (or fiscal year beginning in) (a)2008 (b)2009 (c)2010 (d)2011 Total 2 a Lobbying nontaxable amount Lobbying ceiling amount (150% of line 2a, column Total lobbying expenditures Grassroots nontaxable amount Grassroots ceiling amount (150% of line 2d, column Grassroots lobbying expenditures Schedule (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2011 JSA 1 E1265 1.000 9088FA K917 ll-6.5 120-0096939-0077672 FREEDOM PARTNERS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE INC . Schedule (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2011 Page 3 Part II-B Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c)(3) and has NOT filed Form 5768 (election under section 501(h)). (8) For each "Yes" response to lines 1a through 1i below, provide in Pan' IV a detailed description of the lobbying activity. Yes No Amount 1 During the year, did the filing organization attempt to influence foreign, national, state or local legislation, including any attempt to influence public opinion on a legislative matter or referendum, through the use of: Volunteers? Paid staff or management (include compensation in expenses reported on lines 1c through Media advertisements? Grants to other organizations for lobbying purposes? . Direct contact with legislators, their staffs, government officials, or a legislative body? Rallies, demonstrations, seminars, conventions, speeches, lectures, or any similar meansT?ta'- Add 'mes Did the activities in line 1 cause the organization to be not described in section 501(c)(3)? . If "Yes," enter the amount of any tax incurred under section 4912 If "Yes," enter the amount of any tax incurred by organization managers under section 4912 lfthe filing organization incurred a section 4912 tax, did it file Form 4720 for this year'? . . . . . art Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c)(4), section 501(c)(5), or section 501(c)(6). Yes No 1 Were substantially all (90% or more) dues received nondeductible by members? 1 2 Did the organization make only in-house lobbying expenditures of $2,000 or less? 2 3 Did the organization agree to carry over lobbying and political expenditures from the. p'rior'y'ea'r?' 3 Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c)(4), section 501(c)(5), or section 501(c)(6) and if either BOTH Part Ill-A, lines 1 and 2, are answered "No" OR Part line 3, is answered "Yes." 1 Dues, assessments and similar amounts from members 1 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 Currentvear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 2a carryover from iast year . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2b Total . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 26 3 Aggregate amount reported in section 6033(e)(1)(A) notices of nondeductible section 162(e) dues 3 4 If notices were sent and the amount on line 2c exceeds the amount on line 3, what portion of the excess does the organization agree to carryover to the reasonable estimate of nondeductible lobbying and political expenditure next yearTaxable amount oflobbying and political expenditures (see instructionsSupplementallnformation Complete this part to provide the descriptions required for Part I-A, line 1; Part I-B, line 4; Part I-C, line 5; Part ll-A; and Part ll-B, line 1. Also, complete this part for any additional information. JSA Schedule (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2011 1E1266 1.000 9088FA K917 ll-6.5 120-0096939-0077672 FREEDOM PARTNERS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, INC. 45-3732750 Schedule (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2011 Page 4 Supplemental Information (continued) JSA Schedule (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2011 1E15002.000 9088FA K917 1l--6.5 120-0096939-0077672 OMB No. 1545-0047 SCHEDULE Supplemental Financial Statements (Form 990) >Comp|ete if the organization answered "Yes," to Form 990, Departmentofthe Treasury Part IV, line 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11a, 11b, 11c, 11d, 1-1e, 11f,.12a, or 12b. Open to_ Pubnc lntemal Revenue Service >Attach to Form 990. >See separate instructions. Inspection Name of the organization Employer identification number FREEDOM PARTNERS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, INC . 45-3732750 Organizations Maintaining Donor Advised Funds or Other Similar Funds or Accounts. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 6. Donor advised funds Funds and other accounts Total number at end of year . . . . . . . . . . . Aggregate contributions to (during year) . . . . Aggregate grants from (during yearAggregate value at end of year . . . . . . . . . . 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 controlDid 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 benefitConservation Easements. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 7. 1 Pur ose(s) of conservation easements held by the organization (check all that apply). Preservation of land for public use recreation or education) Preservation of an historically important land area Protection of natural habitat Preservation of a certified historic structure Preservation of open space 2 Complete lines 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 Total acreage restricted by conservation easements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2b Number of conservation easements on a certified historic structure included Number of conservation easements included in 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 4 Number of states where property subject to conservation easement is located 5 Does the organization have a written policy regarding the periodic monitoring, inspection, handling of violations, and enforcement of the conservation easements it holdsStaff 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)(B) and section . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cl Yes Cl No 9 In Part XIV, 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 Organizations Maintaining Collections of Art, Historical Treasures, or Other Similar Assets. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 8. 1a If the organization elected, as permitted under SFAS 116 (IASC 958), not to re on in its revenue statement and balance sheet works 0 art, historical treasures, or other similar assets eld for public exhi ition, education, or research in furtherance of public service, provide, in Part XIV, the text of the footnote to its financial statements that describes these items. If the organization elected, as permitted under SFAS 116 (ASC 958), 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 the following amounts relating to these items: Revenues included in Form 990, Part line (ii) Assets included in Form 990, Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 If the organization received or held works of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets for financial gain, provide the following amounts required to be reported under SFAS 116 (ASC 958) relating to these items: a Revenues included in Form 990, Part line1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Assets included in Form 990, PartX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990. Schedule (Form 990) 2011 JSA 1E12681.000 9088FA K917 ll-6.5 120-0096939-0077672 Schedule (Form 990) 2011 3 a 4 5 FREEDOM PARTNERS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, INC. 45-3732750 Page 2 Organizations Maintaining Collections of Art, Historical Treasures, or Other Similar Assets (continued) Using the organization's acquisition, accession, and other records, check any of the following that are a significant use of its collection items (check all that apply): Public exhibition Loan or exchange programs Scholarly research Other Preservation for future generations Provide a description of the organization's collections and explain how they further the organization's exempt purpose in Part XIV. During the year, did the organization solicit or receive donations of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets to be sold to raise funds rather than to be maintained as part of the organization's collectionEscrow 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. 1a 2a 1a 4 Is the organization an agent, trustee, custodian or other intermediary for contributions or other assets not included on Form 990, Part "Yes," explain the arrangement in Part XIV and complete the following table: Amount Beginning balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Additions during the year Distributions during the year . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1e Ending balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1f Did the organization include an amount on Form 990, Part X, line 21? . . If "Yes," explain the arrangement in Part XIV. Endowment Funds. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 10. Current year Prior year Two years back Three years back 1c Four years back Beginning of year balance . . . . Contributions . . . . . . . . . . . Net investment earnings, gains, and losses . . . . . . . . . . . . . Grants or scholarships . . . . . . Other expenditures for facilities . and programs . . . . . . . . . . . Administrative expenses . . . . . End of year balance . . . . . . . . Provide the estimated percentage of the current year end balance (line 1g, column held as: Board designated or quasi-endowment Permanent endowment The percentages in lines 2a, 2b, and 2_c_s_h6Jld equal 100%. Are there endowment funds not in the possession of the organization that are held and administered for the organization by: unrelated organizations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (ii) related organizations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . If "Yes" to 3a(ii), are the related organizations listed as required on Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Describe in Part XIV the intended uses of the organization's endowment funds. Land, Buildings, and Equipment. See Form 990, Part X, line 10. Of Cost or other basis Cost or other basis (investment) (other) Yes No 3a(i) 3a(ii) 3b Accumulated depreciation Book value Total. Add lines 1a through 1e. (Column must equal Fonn 990, PartX, column (B), line . . . . . . Land . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Buildings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Leasehold improvements . . . - - . - - - . Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Other . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 711. 4,550. 30, 967. 72, 970. 30,256. 68, 420. 98, 676. JSA Schedule (Form 990) 2011 1E12691.000 9088FA K917 11-6.5 120-0096939-0077672 FREEDOM PARTNERS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, INC. 45-3732750 Schedule (Form 990) 2011 Page 3 Part VII Investments - Other Securities. See Form 990, Part X, line 12. Description of security or category Book value Method of valuation: (including name of security) Cost or end-of-year market value (1) Financial derivatives (2) Closely-held equity interests . . Total. (Column must equal Form 990, PartX, col. (B) line 12.) Part Investments - Program Related. See Form 990, Part X, line 13. Description of investment type Book value Method of valuation: Cost or end-of-year market value (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) (8) (9) (10) Total. (Column must equal Fonn 990, PartX, col. (B) line 13.) Other Assets. See Form 990, Part x, line 15. Description Book value (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) (8) (9) (10) Total. (Column must equal Form 990, Pan'X, col. (B) line 15.) . . . Other Liabilities. See Form 990, Part x, line 25. 1. Description of liability Book value (1) Federal income taxes (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) (8) (9) (10) (11) Total. (Column must equal Form 990, PartX, col. (B) line 25.) 2. FIN 48 (ASC 740) Footnote. In Part XIV, 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). ScheduleD(Form 990) 2011 9088FA K917 ll-6.5 120-OO96939--OO77672 FREEDOM PARTNERS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, INC. Schedule (Form 990) 2011 1 1 45-3732750 Reconciliation of Change in Net Assets from Form 990 to Audited Financial Statements Page 4 Total revenue (Form 990, Part column (A), line 12) Total expenses (Form 990, Part IX, column (A), line 25) I Excess or (deficit) for the year. Subtract line 2 from line 1 Net unrealized gains (losses) on investments . - - - - . . - - - - - . . - - - - - . . . . . . . . - . . - - - '"Ve5tme"t expellses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Prior Period . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . other (Describe in Part xivTotal adjustments (net). Add lines 4 through 8 Excess or (deficit) for the year per audited financial statements. Combine lines 3 and 9 1 COGNO3 10 rt XII Reconciliation of Revenue per Audited Financial Statements With Revenue per Return 3 4 a 5 Part Reconciliation of Expenses per Audited Financial Statements With Expenses per Return 1 2 OQOUD 3 4 a 5 Total revenue, gains, and other support per audited financial statements Amounts included on line 1 but not on Form 990, Part line 12: Net unrealized gains on investments 2a Donated services and use of facilities 2b Recoveries of Prior Year grants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 other (Des?ribe in Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2d Add lines 2a through Subtract line 2e from Iine1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Amounts included on Form 990, Part line 12, but not on line 1: Investment expenses not included on Form 990, Part line 'lb 4a 2e other (Describe Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4b Add lines 4a and 4b Total revenue. Add lines 3 and 4c. (This must equal Form 990, Part I, line 12.) 4c 5 Total expenses and losses per audited financial statements Amounts included on line 1 but not on Form 990, Part IX, line 25: Donated services and use of facilities 2a Prior year adjustments 2b 1 Other losses 2c Other (Describe in Part XIV.) 2d Amounts included on Form 990, Part IX, line 25, but not on line 1: Investment expenses not included on Form 990, Part line 7b 4a Other (Describe in Part XIV.) 4b 2e Add lines Total expenses. Add lines 3 and 4c. (This must equal Form 990, Part I, line 18.) Part XIV Supplemental Information Complete this part to provide the descriptions required for Part II, lines 3, 5, and 9; Part lines 1a and 4; Part IV, lines 1b and 2b; 4c 5 Part V, line 4; Part X, line 2; Part XI, line 8; Part XII, lines 2d and 4b; and Part lines 2d and 4b. Also complete this part to provide any additional information. JSA 1E1271 1.000 9088FA K917 ll-6.5 Schedule (Form 990) 2011 120-0096939-0077672 Schedu|eD(Form 99o)2o11 FREEDOM PARTNERS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, INC. 45--373275O Page5 Part XIV Supplemental Information (continued) Schedule (Form 990) 2011 SA 1E12262.000 9088FA K917 ll-6.5 120-0096939-0077672 SCHEDULE I OMB No. 1545-0047 Grants and Other Assistance to Organizations, (Form 990) Governments, and Individuals in the United States Depanmemonhe Treasury Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 21 or 22. t0 lntemal Revenue Service 7 Attach t? Fom' 990' mspecuon Name of the organization Employer identification number FREEDOM PARTNERS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, INC. 45-3732750 General Information on Grants and Assistance 1 Does the organization maintain records to substantiate the amount of the grants or assistance, the grantees' eligibility for the grants or assistance, and the selection criteria used to award the grants or aSSiStanceDescribe in Part IV the organization's procedures for monitoring the use of grant funds in the United States. Grants and other Assistance to Governments and Organizations in the United States. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 21. for any recipient that received more than $5,000. Check this box if no one recipient received more than $5,000. Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Name and address of organization EIN IRC section rash (2) Amount of non- (9) Description of purpqse of grant 0' If applicable cash assistance owe,' non-cash assistance or assistance .0) -- WASHINGTON, DC 20062 45-2600535 (4) 6,260,000. GENERAL SUPPORT J31 may ER. :9 31:02 RIGHTS) WASHINGTON, DC 20091-1553 27--36393l0 (4) 62,900,000. GENERAL SUPPORT ML web. 250:: s_s_ NASHVILLE, TN 37214-3682 94--0707299 (6) 1,500,000. GENERAL SUPPORT NASHVILLE, TN 37214-3682 27--3615830 (4) 575,000. GENERAL SUPPORT COLUMBUS, OH 43215-0159 20-5456371 (4) 500,000. GENERAL SUPPORT ARLINGTON, VA 22201 27-3120702 50l(C) (4) 26,000,000. GENERAL SUPPORT WASHINGTON, DC 20062 53--O045720 (6) 2,000,000. GENERAL SUPPORT GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49503 27--4B92968 (4) 1,000,000. GENERAL SUPPORT WASHINGTON, DC 20005 26--2731617 (4) 1,460,000. GENERAL SUPPORT DES MOINES, IA 50312 26-0620554 (4) 13,600,000. GENERAL SUPPORT ARLINGTON, VA 22206 27--2299035 (4) 230,000. GENERAL SUPPORT CINCINNATI, OH 45255-6117 20--8824036 (4) 50,000. GENERAL SUPPORT 2 Enter total number of section 501(c)(3) and government organizations listed in the Iine1 table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Enter total number of other organizations listed in the line 1 table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990. schedule I (Form 990) (2011) JSA ,E,m,g,g88FA K917 l1--6.5 120--0096939--O077672 SCHEDULE Grants and Other Assistance to Organizations, (Form 990) Governments, and Individuals in the United States Department onhe Treasury Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 21 or 22. *0 P}1b'iC meme, Revenue Sewiee Attach to Form 990. Inspection Name of the organization Employer identification number FREEDOM PARTNERS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, INC. 45-3732750 General Information on Grants and 1 Does the organization maintain records to substantiate the amount of the grants or assistance, the grantees' eligibility for the grants or assistance, and the selection criteria used to award the grants or assistanceDescribe in Part IV the organization's procedures for monitoring the use of grant funds in the United States. Grants and other Assistance to Governments and Organizations in the United States. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 21, for any recipient that received more than $5,000. Check this box if no one recipient received more than $5,000. 1 Name and address of organization EIN IRC c1' ?7?a5govemment cit (3)3521 so.Ns ERE ED. 23.6.1 - - ACTION COMMITTEE WASHINGTON, DC 20005 95--3370744 501(c)(4) 8,150,000. GENERAL SUPPORT .8) saw ER. :9 - RIGHTS) WASHINGTON, DC 20091-1553 27--3639310 (4) 41,778,000. GENERAL SUPPORT WASHINGTON, DC 20002 27-2244700 (4) 500,000. GENERAL SUPPORT As_s9c_IeT_I_ou .05 WASHINGTON, DC 20001 13-1084330 (6) 1,170,000. GENERAL SUPPORT FAIRFAX, VA 22030 53-0116130 (4) 3,465,000. GENERAL SUPPORT -- WILMINGTON, DE 19807 45-2663844 (4) 5,055,000. GENERAL SUPPORT ARLINGTON, VA 22201 27--3348785 (4) 5,466,250. GENERAL SUPPORT EI_caN_s_F_o5 ARLINGTON, VA 22201 27-3120702 (4) 6,300,000. GENERAL SUPPORT _J?v1I_sr1 - - WASHINGTON, DC 20001 52-1386172 (4) 700,000. GENERAL SUPPORT LL01 31.031 _L2c_ My I_c?s_ - ARLINGTON, VA 22201 45--2663979 (4) 2,738,000. GENERAL SUPPORT LL11 - - ARLINGTON, VA 22216 45-2725570 501 (C) (4) 1, 500,000. GENERAL SUPPORT L131 mar. -- WILLOWS, CA 95988 45-3200196 (4) 600,000. GENERAL SUPPORT 2 Enter total number of section 501(c)(3) and government organizations listed in the |ine1tabEnter total number of other organizations listed in the line 1 table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990. schedule I (Form 990) (2011) JSA ,e,m,g,g88FA K917 ll-6.5 120--0096939--0O77672 SCHEDULE Grants and Other Assistance to Organizations, (Form 990) Governments, and Individuals in the United States Depaflment Mme Treasury Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 21 or 22. 099" to meme, Revenue sewiee Attach to Form 990. Inspection Name of the organization Employer identification number FREEDOM PARTNERS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, INC. 45-3732750 General Information on Grants and Assistance 1 Does the organization maintain records to substantiate the amount of the grants or assistance, the grantees' eligibility for the grants or assistance, and the selection criteria Used to award the grants or assistanceDescribe in Part IV the organization's procedures for monitoring the use of grant funds in the United States. Part II Grants and Other Assistance to Governments and Organizations in the United States. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 21, for any recipient that received more than $5,000. Check this box if no one recipient received more than $5,000. Part II can be duplicated if additional space is needed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . l:|No 1 Name and address of organization EIN on IRC section Amount of non- in Mattie" 0' Vaiuetien (9) Description of Purpose of grant or govemment ii appliwble cash assistance (book non-cash assistance or assistance _L1l VA 22314-2840 27-3348027 (4) 5,781,000. GENERAL SUPPORT _T?u_szi_ MISSION, TX 78572 45-2725507 (4) 3,112,000. GENERAL SUPPORT WOODSTOCK, GA 30189 27-0470227 _'i0l(C) (4) 200,000. GENERAL SUPPORT J51 6.0. any: ALEXANDRIA, VA 22314 54-1564919 (4) 15, 660, 000. GENERAL SUPPORT ARLINGTON, VA 22201 27-3934434 (4) 5,040,000. GENERAL SUPPORT WASHINGTON, DC 20062 53--0045720 501 (C) (6) 1,000,000. GENERAL SUPPORT ER. ZPLBEE EEC. *1 I 9 E53 RIGHTS) WASHINGTON. DC 20091-1553 27-3639310 (4) 10,000,000. GENERAL SUPPORT NASHVILLE, TN 37214-3682 04-3592337 (3) 300,000. GENERAL SUPPORT NASHVILLE, TN 37214-3682 62-1570449 (3) 125,000. GENERAL SUPPORT ?1.01 i1o_R5 SPRINGFIELD, VA 22160 51-0147724 501 (C) (4) 1,000,000. GENERAL SUPPORT CL1) L131 2 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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 - For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990. JSA K917 1l--6.5 120-0096939-0077672 Schedule I (Form 990) (2011) FREEDOM PARTNERS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, INC. Schedule I (Form 990) (2011) 45-3732750 Page 2 Grants and Other Assistance to Individuals in the United States. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 22. Part can be duplicated if additional space is needed. Number of Type of grant or assistance recipients Amount of cash grant (11) Am ou nt of non-cash assistance Method of valuation (book. FMV, appraisal, other) Description of non-cash assistance 7 Supplemental Information. Complete this part to provide the information required in Part I, line 2, and any other additional information. PROCEDURES FOR MONITORING THE USE OF GRANT FUNDS SCHEDULE I, PART I, LINE 2 TO SUPPORT THE MISSION, AS OUTLINED ABOVE, THE ORGANIZATION PROVIDED ORGANIZATIONS WHOSE ACTIVITIES WOULD ADVANCE ITS GOALS WITH GENERAL SUPPORT GRANTS WITHOUT ANY SPECIFIC OR PARTICULAR PROJECT OR SIMILAR REQUIREMENTS. SPECIFIC GRANT LETTER AGREEMENTS, WHICH INCLUDED PROHIBITIONS ON THE USE OF THE GRANT FUNDS, FOR EXAMPLE, ACTIVITIES THAT WOULD VIOLATE FEDERAL, ALL GRANTS WERE MADE PURSUANT TO STATE OR LOCAL LAWS, RULES OR REGULATIONS, OR THAT WOULD BE CONSIDERED LOBBYING ACTIVITIES UNDER FEDERAL OR STATE LAW. IN ADDITION, ALL GRANT JSA 9088FA K917 ll-6.5 120-O096939--0O77672 Schedule I (Form 990) (2011) FREEDOM PARTNERS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, INC. Schedule I (Form 990) (2011) Grants and Other Assistance to Individuals in the United States. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 22. Part can be duplicated if additional space is needed. 45-3732750 Page 2 Type of grant or assistance Nu mber of Amount of recipients cash grant Amount of non~cash assistance (9) Method of valuation (book. FMV, appraisal. other) Description of non-cash assistance 7 Supplemental Information. Complete this part to provide the information required in Part I, line 2, and any other additional information. LETTER AGREEMENTS WERE MADE SUBJECT TO EXPRESS PROHIBITIONS OR PROTECTIONS AGAINST THE USE OF GRANT FUNDS FOR ELECTIONEERING PURPOSES. THE GRANT LETTERS ALSO CONTAINED A REVIEW AND MONITORING PROCEDURE WHICH REQUIRES REPORTS ON THE USE OF THE GRANT FUNDS UPON REQUEST, AND RETURN OF ANY FUNDS USED IN VIOLATION OF THE AGREEMENT. JSA 1E1504 2.000 9088FA K917 11-6.5 120-0096939-0077672 Schedule I (Form 990) (2011) OMB No. 1545-004? Noncash Contributions 1 Complete if the organizations answered "Yes" on Form Depanmemofthe Treasury 990, Part IV, lines 29 or 30. Open To Public Intemal Revenue Service >Attach to Form 990. |n5pection Name of the organization Employer identification number FREEDOM PARTNERS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, INC . 45--373275O Types of Property id) Check if Number of contributions or gfnnocuanstz Method of determining applicable items contributed Form 990, Part line 19 noncash contribution amounts Art - Works Historical treasures . . . . . . Art - Fractional interests . . . . . . Books and publications . . . . . . Clothing and household goods . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cars and other vehicles . . . . . . Boats and planes . . . . . . . . . . Intellectual property . . . . . . . . Securities - Publicly traded . . . . 2 - 61: 673- STOCK QUOTE Securities - Closely held stock. . . Securities - Partnership, LLC, ortrust interests . . . . . . . . . . 12 Securities - Miscellaneous . . . . . 13 Qualified conservation contribution - Historic structures . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Qualified conservation contribution - Other . . . . . . . . 15 Real estate - Residential . . . . . . 16 Real estate - Commercial . . . . . 17 Real estate - Other . . . . . . . . . 18 Collectibles . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Food inventory . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Drugs and medical supplies . . . . 21 Taxidermy . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Historical artifacts . . . . . . . . . 23 Scientific specimens . . . . . . . . 24 Archeological artifacts . . . . . . . AA 25 Other 26 Other 27 Other 28 Other 29 Number of Forms 8283 received by the organization during the tax year for contributions for which the organization completed Form 8283, Part IV, Donee Acknowledgement . . . . . . . . . 29 Yes No 30a During the year, did the organization receive by contribution any property reported in Part I, lines 1-28 that it must hold for at least three years from the date of the initial contribution, and which is not required to be used for exempt purposes for the entire holding period? 30a If "Yes," describe the arrangement in Part II. 31 Does the organization have a gift acceptance policy that requires the review of any non-standard Contributions32a Does the organization hire or use third parties or related organizations to solicit, process, or sell noncash Contributions"Yes," describe in Part ll. 33 if the organization did not report an amount in column for a type of property for which column is checked, describe in Part ll. For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990. Schedule (Form 990) (2011) JSA 1E12981.000 9088FA K917 11-6.5 120-0096939-0077672 FREEDOM PARTNERS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, INC. 45--373275O Schedule (Form 990) (2011) Page 2 Supplemental Information. Complete this part to provide the information required by Part I, lines 30b, 32b, and 33. Also complete this part for any additional information. JSA Schedule (Form 990) (2011) 1E15082.000 9088FA K917 ll-6.5 120-0096939-0077672 OMB . 1 -00 Supplemental Information to Form 990 or 990-EZ 545 47 (Form 990 or 990-EZ) Complete to provide information for responses to specific questions on Depanmemofthe Treasury Form 990 or 990-EZ or to provide any additional information. Open to Public Internal Revenue Service to Form or Inspection Name of the organization Employer identification number FREEDOM PARTNERS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, INC. 45-3732750 MISSION FORM 990, PART I, LINE 1 THE ORGANIZATIONAL MISSION IS TO ADVANCE ITS COMMON BUSINESS INTERESTS BY ADVANCING THE PRINCIPLES OF FREE MARKETS AND A FREE SOCIETY. THE ORGANIZATION WORKS TO EDUCATE THE PUBLIC AND POLICYMAKERS ABOUT THE BUSINESS AND ECONOMIC IMPACTS OF A BROAD RANGE OF POLICY ISSUES, INCLUDING OVER-REGULATION, GOVERNMENT SPENDING, CRONYISM AND SPECIAL INTEREST HANDOUTS. THE ORGANIZATION BELIEVES THAT BY UNITING AND AMPLIFYING THE DIVERSE ENTREPRENEURIAL AND INNOVATIVE PERSPECTIVES OF ITS MEMBERS, IT WILL IMPROVE BUSINESS CONDITIONS FOR ITS MEMBERS AND EXPAND ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY FOR ALL AMERICANS. EMPLOYEES IN CALENDAR YEAR 2011 FORM 990, PART I, LINE 5 THE INSTRUCTIONS REQUIRE LISTING ONLY THOSE EMPLOYEES WHO RECEIVED A W-2 TAX FOR THIS START-UP YEAR, NO EMPLOYEE RECEIVED A 2011 W-2. THE ORGANIZATION HAS NOW GROWN TO NEARLY FIFTY EMPLOYEES. MISSION FORM 990, PART LINE 1 THE ORGANIZATIONAL MISSION IS TO ADVANCE ITS COMMON BUSINESS INTERESTS BY ADVANCING THE PRINCIPLES OF FREE MARKETS AND A FREE SOCIETY. THE ORGANIZATION WORKS TO EDUCATE THE PUBLIC AND POLICYMAKERS ABOUT THE BUSINESS AND ECONOMIC IMPACTS OF A BROAD RANGE OF POLICY ISSUES, For Privacy Act and Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990 or 990-EZ. Schedule 0 (Form 990 or 990-EZ) (2011) 1 E12J2S7A2.000 9088FA K917 ll--6.5 Schedule 0 (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2011 Page 2 Name of the organization Employer identification number FREEDOM PARTNERS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE INC . INCLUDING OVER-REGULATION, GOVERNMENT SPENDING, CRONYISM AND SPECIAL INTEREST HANDOUTS. THE ORGANIZATION BELIEVES THAT BY UNITING AND AMPLIFYING THE DIVERSE ENTREPRENEURIAL AND INNOVATIVE PERSPECTIVES OF ITS MEMBERS, IT WILL IMPROVE BUSINESS CONDITIONS FOR ITS MEMBERS AND EXPAND ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY FOR ALL AMERICANS. SIGNIFICANT PROGRAM SERVICES FORM 990, PART LINE 2 IN RESPONSE TO A FORM 1024 FILED BY THE ORGANIZATION SHORTLY AFTER ITS INCORPORATION ON NOVEMBER 2, 2011, ON JANUARY 5, 2012 THE IRS ISSUED A FAVORABLE DETERMINATION LETTER UNDER CODE SECTION IN ITS FIRST YEAR OF EXISTENCE, THE ORGANIZATION RECEIVED AND EXPENDED SIGNIFICANTLY MORE REVENUE THAN WAS EXPECTED AND PROJECTED ON THE FORM 1024, BUT ITS PROGRAM SERVICES ARE CONSISTENT WITH THE DESCRIPTION PRESENTED THEREIN. THE ORGANIZATION EXPERIENCED GROWTH IN MEMBERSHIP BEYOND ORIGINAL PROJECTIONS, AND ANTICIPATES CONTINUED GROWTH. AS A RESULT OF EARLY FUNDING SUCCESS DURING FORMATIVE STAGES OF THE ORGANIZATION, MORE RESOURCES WERE SHIFTED TOWARD PROVIDING SERVICES THROUGH GENERAL SUPPORT GRANTS TO OTHER ORGANIZATIONS THAN HAD BEEN PROJECTED. NOW THAT THE ORGANIZATION HAS BUILT UP ITS CAPABILITIES AND STAFF - THE ORGANIZATION HAS GROWN TO NEARLY 50 EMPLOYEES - A GREATER PORTION OF FUTURE RESOURCES WILL BE USED TO EXPAND THE ORGANIZATION AND STRENGTHEN ITS CORE CAPABILITIES. JSA Schedule 0 (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2011 1E1228 2.000 9088FA K917 11-6.5 120-0096939-0077672 Schedule 0 (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2011 Page 2 Name of the organization Employer identification number FREEDOM PARTNERS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, INC. 45-3732750 MEMBERS FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION A, LINE 6 THE ORGANIZATION HAS OVER 200 MEMBERS AND NO STOCKHOLDERS. POWER TO ELECT OR APPOINT MEMBERS OF THE GOVERNING BODY FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION A, LINE 7A VOTING MEMBERS HAVE THE POWER TO ELECT DIRECTORS. DECISIONS RESERVED TO OR SUBJECT TO APPROVAL BY MEMBERS FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION A, LINE 7B VOTING MEMBERS HAVE THE FOLLOWING POWERS: (A) TO AMEND THE BYLAWS AND THE CERTIFICATE OF (B) TO APPOINT ADDITIONAL VOTING (C) TO DISSOLVE THE AND (D) TO ELECT DIRECTORS AND TO REMOVE DIRECTORS. COMMITTEES FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION A, LINE 8B THERE ARE NO SUCH COMMITTEES. FORM 990 REVIEW PROCESS FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION B, LINE 11B AN INDEPENDENT ACCOUNTING FIRM PREPARED AND REVIEWED THE FORM 990. A FULL DRAFT OF THE 990 ALONG WITH ALL REQUIRED SCHEDULES IS THEN PROVIDED TO INTERNAL MANAGEMENT AND OUTSIDE LEGAL COUNSEL FOR REVIEW. ALL QUESTIONS ARE ADDRESSED AND ANY MODIFICATIONS ARE MADE, IF NECESSARY. THE FINAL FORM 990 ALONG WITH ALL REQUIRED SCHEDULES IS THEN PROVIDED TO THE JSA Schedule 0 (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2011 1E12282000 9088FA K917 ll-6.5 120-0096939-0077672 Schedule 0 (Form 990 or 990-52) 2011 Page 2 Name of the organization Employer identification number FREEDOM PARTNERS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, INC. 45-3732750 BOARD PRIOR TO FILING WITH THE IRS. CONFLICT OF INTEREST POLICY FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION B, LINE 12C DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, AND EMPLOYEES ARE COVERED UNDER THE CONFLICT OF INTEREST POLICY. OUTSIDE LEGAL COUNSEL MEETS PERIODICALLY TO REVIEW THE POLICY AND ANY POTENTIAL CONFLICTS. EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION B, LINES 15A FOLLOWING THE INITIAL HIRES, THE ORGANIZATION ESTABLISHED THE FOLLOWING COMPENSATION COMPLIANCE PROCEDURE: AS DEEMED NECESSARY, THE ORGANIZATION MAY ENGAGE A HUMAN RESOURCES CONSULTING ORGANIZATION TO PERFORM A COMPENSATION STUDY. THE CONSULTING ORGANIZATION WILL USE DATA FROM COMPARABLE NON--PROFITS TO ESTABLISH A REASONABLE COMPENSATION LEVEL FOR OFFICERS, AND EMPLOYEES. IN ADDITION, THE ORGANIZATION MAY OBTAIN PROFESSIONAL OPINIONS OF COUNSEL AS TO WHETHER THE PROPOSED LEVELS OF COMPENSATION WOULD BE COMPARABLE AND REFER MATERIAL TO AN INDEPENDENT DECISION MAKER. AVAILABILITY OF DOCUMENTS FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION C, LINE 19 THE ORGANIZATION MAKES ALL REQUIRED DISCLOSURES AVAILABLE TO THE PUBLIC UNDER IRS REGULATIONS. JSA Schedule 0 (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2011 1E12282000 9088FA K917 ll-6.5 120-0096939-0077672 Schedule 0 (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2011 Page 2 Name of the organization FREEDOM PARTNERS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, INC. 45-3732750 Employer identification number COMPENSATION OF OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, TRUSTEES, KEY EMPLOYEES, HIGHEST COMPENSATED EMPLOYEES, AND INDEPENDENT CONTRACTORS FORM 990, PART VII, SECTION A THE ORGANIZATION DID NOT HAVE EMPLOYEES IN THE CALENDAR YEAR ENDING WITHIN THE TAX YEAR. IT DID NOT BEGIN HIRING EMPLOYEES UNTIL AFTER JANUARY 2012. JSA Schedule 0 (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2011 1E1228 2.000 9088FA K917 ll-6.5 120-0096939-0077672 FREEDOM PARTNERS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, INC. 45-3732750 OMB No. 1545-0047 Related Organizations and Unrelated Partnerships Depanmemofma Treasury Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV. line 33, 34, 35, 36, or 37. open to pubiic lntemal Revenue Service Attach to Form 990. See separate instructions. Inspection Name of the organization Employer Identification number FREEDOM PARTNERS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, INC. 45-37 32750 Identification of Disregarded Entities (Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 33.) la) (6) Name, address' and EIN of disregarded entity Primary activity Legal domicile (state Total income End-of-year assets Direct controlling or foreign country) entity 45'37?9538 FREEDOM PARTNERS 2200 WILSON BLVD STE 102-391 ARLINGTON, VA 22201 PROJECTS DE 0 885, 316. CHAMBER or PUBLIC AMERICAN ENTERPRISE 2200 WILSON BLVD STE 102-391 ARLINGTON, VA 22301-3397 OUTREACH DE 0 97, 714. GROUP LLC 115-54515-929 FREEDOM PARTNERs 2200 WILSON BLVD STE 102-391 ARLINGTON, VA 22201 RESEARCH DE 0 4, 976. CHAMBER OF COMMERCE ?FREEDOM PARTNERS 2200 WILSON BLVD STE 102-391 ARLINGTON, VA 22201 RESEARCH DE 0 25, 000. CHAMBER or COMMERCE 115-5230"? mason 2200 WILSON BLVD STE 102-391 ARLINGTON, VA 22201 MANAGEMENT DE 0 424, 975. CHAMBER or COMMERCE 1.61 Identification of Related Tax-Exempt _0rg_anizations (Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 34 because it had one or more related tax-exem pt organizations during the tax year.) lb) (C) (9) (9) Name, address. and EIN of related organization Primary activity Legal domicile (state Exempt Code section Public charity status Direct controlling or foreign country) (if section 501(c)(3)) entity Yes No _(31 -91 _(51 For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990. Schedule (Fon'n 990) 2011 JSA 1 E1307 1.000 9088FA K917 11--6.5 120--O096939--OO77672 FREEDOM PARTNERS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE INC . 4 5-37 32 7 50 Schedule (Fonn 990) 2011 Page 2 Identification of Related Organizations Taxable as a Partnership (Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 34 because it had one or more related organizations treated as a partnership during the tax year.) (3) lb) (0) (T) (9) (K) Name, address. and EIN Primary activity Legal Direct controlling Pfedomlfiant Share of total Share of end-of-year oumgmma Code V-UBI General or Percentage of domicile entity income assets allouioru? amount in box 20 managing ownership related organization (state or excluded fr?m of partner'! foreign tax under Schedule K-1 country) sections 512-514) (Form 1065) Yes No Yes No J1) JZL JQL J5) JZL Identification of Related Organizations Taxable as a Corporation or Trust (Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 34 because it had one or more related organizations treated as a corporation or trust during the tax year.) (3) (6) (9) (T) (9) Name, address, and EIN of related organization Primary activity Legal domicile Direct controlling Type of entity Share of total Share of Percentage (state or entity (C corp, corp, income end--of-year assets ownership foreign country) or trust) JSA K917 ll-6.5 Schedule (Form 990) 2011 FREEDOM PARTNERS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, INC . 45--3732750 Schedul (FOITI1 990) 2011 P896 3 Transactions With Related Organizations (Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 34, 35, 35a, or 36.) Note. Complete line 1 if any entity is listed in Parts II, or IV of this schedule. Yes No 1 OQOUII '1 During the tax year, did the organization engage in any of the following transactions with one or more related organizations listed in Parts Receipt of interest (ii) annuities royalties or (iv) rent from a controlled entity Gift. grant. or capital contribution to related organization(Gift. grant. Or capital contribution from related organization(l-Oane l?all to 0T f0l' related . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Loans or loan guarantees by related organization(Sale of assets to related organization(Purchase 01' assets from related . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Exchange of assets with related organization(Lease of facilities, equipment, or other assets to related organization(s) Lease of facilities, equipment, or other assets from related organization(s) Performance of services or membership or fundraising solicitations for related organization(s) Performance of services or membership or fundraising solicitations by related organization(s) Sharing of facilities, equipment, mailing lists, or other assets with related organization(s) Sharing of paid employees with related OrganizatlonlsReimbursement paid to related organization(s) for expenses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Reimbursement paid by related organization(s) for expenses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Other transfer of cash or property to related organization(Other transfer of cash or property from related organization(the answer to any of the above is "Yes," see the instructions for information on who must complete this line, including covered relationships and transaction thresholds. lb) Transaction type (6) Name of other organization Amount involved Method of determining amount involved (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) 15) JSA Schedule (Form 990) 2011 1E13D910D0 K917 11-6.5 120-0096939-0077672 FREEDOM PARTNERS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, Schedule (Form 990) 2011 INC. 45-3732750 Unrelated Organizations Taxable as a Partnership (Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV. line 37.) Page 4 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. Name, address. and EIN of entity Primary activity (6) Legal domicile (state or foreign country) id) Predominant income (related. unrelated. excluded from tax under section 512514) Share of total income (9) Are all partners section 501 anizations I Yes No (9) are of end-of-, assets Disproportiorale (hi allocations'? Yes No Code V-UBI amount in box 20 of Schedule K-1 (Form 1065) General or managing partner? Yes No (kl Percentage ownership JSA 1E131010DO 9088FA K917 11-6.5 l20--O096939-0077672 Schedule (Form 990) 2011 FREEDOM PARTNERS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, INC. 45-3732750 Schedule (Form 990) 2011 Page 5 Part VII Supplemental Information Complete this part to provide additional information for responses to questions on Schedule (see instructions). Schedule (Form 990) 2011 1E15102.000 9088FA K917 ll-6.5 120-0096939-0077672 Qefaware . 'lfie first State I, JEFFREY W. BULLOCK, SECRETARY OF STATE OF THE STATE OF DELAWARE, DO HEREBY CERTIFY THE ATTACHED IS A TRUE AND CORRECT COPY OF THE CERTIFICATE OF AMENDMENT OF FOR AMERICAN INNOVATION, INC. CHANGING ITS NAME FROM FOR AMERICAN INNOVATION, INC. TO PARTNERS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, INC. FILED IN THIS OFFICE ON THE SIXTH DAY OF SEPTEMBER, A.D. 2013, AT 4:12 P.M. A FILED COPY OF THIS CERTIFICATE HAS BEEN FORWARDED TO THE NEW CASTLE COUNTY RECORDER OF DEEDS. Jeffrey W. Bullock, Secretary of State AUTHEN TION: 0717687 DATE: 09-06-13 5060727 8100 131063139 You may verify this certificate online at corp. delaware . gov/authver. Sh State of Delaware Secretafiy of State Division 0 Co rations Delivered 04:12 09/06/2013 FILED 04:12 PM 09/06/2013 SRV 131063139 -- 5060727 FILE STATE OF DELAWARE CERTIFICATE OF AMENDMENT OF CERTIFICATE OF INCORPORATION (NONSTOCK CORPORATION WITH vormc MEMBERS) The corporation organized and existing under and by virtue of the General Corporation Law of the State of Delaware does hereby certify: FIRST: That at a meeting of the Board of Directors of the Association for American Innovation, Inc., resolutions were duly adopted setting forth a proposed amendment of the Certificate of incorporation of said corporation, declaring said amendment to be advisable and calling a meeting of the voting Members of said corporation for consideration thereof. The resolution setting forth the proposed amendment is as follows: RESOLVED, that the Certificate of Incorporation of this corporation be amended by changing the Article thereof numbered so that, as amended, said Article shall be and read as follows: ARTICLE I NAME The name of the Corporation is Freedom Partners Chamber of Commerce, Inc. (hereinafter the "Corporation"). SECOND: That thereafter, pursuant to resolution of its Board of Directors, the voting Members of said corporation, in accordance with Sections 228(b) and 242(a)(l) and of the General Corporation Law of the State of Delaware and Article II, Sections 2(a) and 6 of the Organization's Bylaws, voted unanimously in favor of the amendment. THIRD: That said amendment was duly adopted in accordance with the provisions of Section 242 of the General Corporation Law of the State of Delaware. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, said corporation has caused this certificate to be signed this 6th day of September, 2013. By: Authorized Officer Title: Name: zufim c. Eu 5c