Common Sense
Common Sense
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About this organization
Mission
Founded in 2003, Common Sense is the nation’s leading nonprofit dedicated to improving the lives of kids and families by providing the trustworthy information, education, and independent voice they need to thrive in a world of media and technology. We exist because our nation's children spend more time with media and technology than they do with their families or in school, which profoundly impacts their social, emotional, and physical development as well as how they learn.
About
Common Sense is an independent voice for kids, families, and communities everywhere. We combine original research with game-changing advocacy efforts to make the digital world work better for all kids. Our advocacy work highlights legislation related to technology and identifies solutions that protect consumer privacy, push for better connectivity for students and families, and hold tech companies accountable to ensure a healthy internet for all. Common Sense Media rates movies, TV shows, podcasts, books, and more so families can feel good about the entertainment choices they make for their kids. We offer the largest, most trusted library of independent age-based ratings and reviews. Our timely parenting advice supports families as they navigate the challenges and possibilities of raising kids in the digital age. Our vision: Families taking charge of their digital choices. Common Sense Education supports K–12 schools with everything educators need to empower the next generation of digital citizens. Our innovative, award-winning Digital Citizenship Curriculum prepares students with lifelong habits and skills, supports teachers with training and recognition, and engages families and communities with helpful tips and tools. Schools everywhere rely on our free curriculum, expert advice, and edtech ratings to help kids thrive. Our vision: Students thriving as learners, leaders, and citizens in the digital age.
Interesting data from their 2020 990 filing
The non-profit's aim, as stated in the filing, is “Common sense is the leading independent nonprofit organization dedicated to helping kids thrive in a world of media and technology. we empower parents, teachers, and policymakers by providing unbiased information, trusted advice, and innovative tools to help them harness the power of media and technology as a positive force in all kids' lives.”.
When referring to its actions, they were outlined as: “Common sense improves the lives of kids by providing trustworthy media and technology information.”.
- The non-profit has complied with legal obligations by reporting their state of operation as CA.
- The non-profit's address in 2020 is noted in the filing as 650 TOWNSEND STREET NO 435, SAN FRANCISCO, CA, 94103.
- The non-profit's form for 2020 reports a total of 182 employees.
- Is not a private foundation.
- Expenses are greater than $1,000,000.
- Revenue is greater than $1,000,000.
- Revenue less expenses is $1,521,840.
- The organization has 22 independent voting members.
- The organization was formed in 2003.
- The organization pays $17,006,339 in salary, compensation, and benefits to its employees.
- The organization pays $2,670,526 in fundraising expenses.
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