Open Philanthropy Project

Open Philanthropy Project

Palo Alto, CA 94301
Tax ID81-0737472

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About this organization

Revenue

$30,872,753

Expenses

$84,821

Mission

To study and engage in research to improve the effectiveness and impact of philanthropic giving.

About

The organization will engage in study and research to develop data and new insights to assist philanthropic organizations and the general public improve the effectiveness and impact of their own giving. Through study and research, the organization will gain learning and experience about the causes across philanthropic categories, including direct aid, research and development, and policy advocacy, so that future giving will have the broadest and most meaningful long-term impact on the lives of as many people as possible. During the year ending December 31, 2018, the organization was funded and undertook planning for future program services.

Interesting data from their 2020 990 filing

The purpose of the non-profit, as set forth in the filing, is “The mission of open philanthropy project is to study and to engage in research analyzing the most promising options for ensuring that philanthropy has a lasting impact on improving the lives of as many people as possible.”.

When discussing its purpose, they were characterized as: “To study and engage in research to improve the effectiveness and impact of philanthropic giving.”.

  • The state in which the non-profit is legally authorized to operate is CA, as reported.
  • The filing confirms that the non-profit's address in 2020 was 314 Lytton Ave, Palo Alto, CA, 94301.
  • The form of the non-profit reports 0 employees as of 2020.
  • Does not operate a hospital.
  • Does not operate a school.
  • Does not collect art.
  • Does not provide credit counseling.
  • Does not have foreign activities.
  • Is not a donor advised fund.
  • Is not a private foundation.
  • Expenses are less than $100,000.
  • Revenue is greater than $1,000,000.
  • Revenue less expenses is $30,787,932.
  • The CEO salary plan within the organization is not subject to review and approval by an impartial entity.
  • The organization has a written policy that describes how long it will retain documents.
  • The organization has 6 independent voting members.
  • The organization was formed in 2015.
  • The organization has a written policy that addresses conflicts of interest.
  • The organization is required to file Schedule B.
  • The organization is required to file Schedule J.
  • The organization is required to file Schedule O.
  • The organization pays $0 in salary, compensation, and benefits to its employees.
  • The organization pays $0 in fundraising expenses.
  • The organization provides Form 990 to its governing body.
  • The organization has minutes of its meetings.
  • The organization has a written whistleblower policy.
  • The organization's financial statements were reviewed by an accountant.

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