America Walks, Inc.
America Walks, Inc.
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About this organization
Mission
The mission of America Walks is to advance safe, equitable, accessible, and enjoyable places to walk and move by giving people and communities the resources to effectively advocate for change.
About
Training and technical assistance - America Walks provides training and technical assistance to local and state advocates through webinars, discussion forums, and workshops. During 2018, there were more than 15,166 total registrations for the 16 webinars hosted by America Walks, plus we conducted or participated in 16 Twitter chats. Average registration was 948 people per webinar. On average, 46% of those that registered actually participated in the webinar, while an average of 44% of those that participated completed the assessment survey (compared to 44% in 2017). Continued on Schedule O. Just under 40% of participants identified themselves as health professionals, the largest sector concentration. A range of other professions, including transportation, parks and recreation and elected officials, also participated. Geographically, participants represented all 50 states, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, Canada, and many nations abroad. The Walking College graduated its fourth class of 23 Walking College fellows, local advocates from across the country that participated in a 6-month, online course on how to be a successful advocate for creating and maintaining walkability in their community.
Interesting data from their 2019 990 filing
The non-profit's mission, as described in the filing, is “The mission of america walks, is to empower communities to create safe, accessible, and enjoyable walking conditions for everyone, regardless of age, race, ability or income. we provide training, technical assistance and resources to individuals and local, regional and state organizations focused on increasing walking and creating more safe, equitable places to walk. we cultivate the walking movement's collective voice and represent pedestrian concerns in the national discourse.”.
When describing its duties, they were characterized as: “America walks, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit national organization, is building a diverse and powerful coalition to be a strong voice to advance and protect walking at the national level, serving as a coordinator, information clearinghouse, and resource provider. america walks advances game-changing campaigns with national and local partner organizations.”.
- The non-profit has complied with legal regulations by reporting their state of operation as MA.
- The filing shows that the non-profit's address as of 2019 is PO BOX 70742, BETHESDA, MD, 20813.
- As of 2019, the non-profit has reported a total of 9 employees on their form.
- Is not a private foundation.
- Expenses are between $500,000 and $1,000,000+.
- Revenue is between $250,000 and $500,000.
- Revenue less expenses is -$113,819.
- The organization has 14 independent voting members.
- The organization was formed in 1997.
- The organization pays $409,036 in salary, compensation, and benefits to its employees.
- The organization pays $43,296 in fundraising expenses.
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