It A Form 990 Department 01 the Treasury Return of Organization Exempt From Income Tax Under section 501(c), 527. or 4941(a)(1) of the Internal Revenue Code (except black lung benefit trust or private foundation) OMB No 1545-0047 Open to Public lnlemel 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 07/01 2011. and ending 06/30. 20 12 Name of orgamzauon Employer Identification number AMERICA VOTES 26-4568349 33;: Dang As Mm, Number and street (or 0 box if mall is not delivered to street address) Roomlsuite Telephone number lritialrettm 1155 CONNECTICUT AVE NW 600 (202) 962-7240 City or town, state or country. and ZIP 4 WASHINGTON, DC 20036 Grossreceipts 11, 161,234. Name and address of pnncipal olficer JOAN FITZ-GERALD HIE) return 'Or Yes a No SAME As ABOVE H(b) Are all Emma included501(c)(3) I I 5o1(c) 4 (mgen noattachalist (seeinstrudiena) website: AMERICAVOTES .ORG H(c) Group exemption number Form of organization I I Corporation I I TmstI I Association I I Other I Year of formation 2009I State of legal domicile DC Summary 1 Briefly describe the organization's mission or most significant activities .. 115.5. -5139- ?129-39- 3 2 Check this box if the organization discontinued its operations or disposed of more than 25% of its net assets so 3 Number of voting members of the governing body (Part VI, line 1a) 3 21 - 4 Number of independent voting members of the governing body (Part VI. line 1b) 4 20 - 5 Total number of individuals employed in calendar year 2011 (Part V. line 2a) 5 33 3 6 Total number of volunteers (estimate if necessary) 6 7a Total unrelated business revenue from Part column (C), line 12 'Ia 0 Net unrelated business taxable income from Form 990-T, line Prior Year Current Year .3, 8 Contributions and grants (PartVIll, Iine1h) 14: 152:742- 11: 150: 415- 9 Program service revenue (Pait line 2g) 0 0 1 0 Investment Income (Part column (A), iines Other revenue (Part column (A), lines 5. 6d, 8c. 9c. 10c, and 11eTotal revenue - add lines 8 through 11 (must equal Part column (A). line 1214. 153. 518 - ll. 161: 234- 13 Grants and similar amounts paid (Part IX, column (A), lines 1-Benefits paid to or for members (Part IX. column (A), line 4) 0 0 3 1 5 Salaries. other compensation. employee benefits (Part IX, column (A), lines 5-10Professional fundraising fees (Part IX. column (A), line HeTotal fundraising expenses (Part IX, column (D). line 25) 17 Other expenses (Part IX, column (A), Iines11a-11d,11f-24 3: 947: 053- 18 Total expenses Add lines 13-17(mustequal Part IX. colurrn(A), IR 14, 193,741. 9. 635,163- 19 Revenue less expenses SubtractIine18fromline12fir.-I '40r223- 1r525r071- to U) Beginning of Current Year End of Year 20 Total assets (Partx. |Ine16.1. .2913. . 539r023- 2r159r139- 32% 21 Total liabilities (Part x, line 25Net assets or fund balances Subtract line 21 from line 20Signature Block Under penalties of perjury, I declare that I 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 of preparer (other than officer) is based on all information of which preparer has any knowledge . Sign Signature 0 cer Date ewe gen cg Type or print name and title A 3 PrintIType preparers name Pre rers we Date PTIN _d Check it 2 P: a AMY c. GILBERT - - V3 self-employed poo95557a Usepolfl; name GILBERT 5. WOLFAND, . . Firm's an 52-12 63814 Firrn's address 2201 WISCONSIN AVE, mi SUITE 320 WASHINGTON, DC 20007 Phone no the IRS discuss this return with the preparer shown above? (see instructionsZFM Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the separate instructions. Form 990 (201 JSA 1 010 1 con 4QQOOJ 7165 11-6.5 PA L) @153 AMERICA VOTES Fonn990(2011) . I 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 THE ORGANIZATION WAS ESTABLISHED TO COORDINATE AND PROMOTE PROGRESSIVE ISSUES, POLICIES, INITIATIVES AND REFERENDA, AND TO PURSUE ELECTORAL REFORM THAT EXPANDS ACCESS TO THE BALLOT. 26-4568349 Pmez 2 Did the organization undertake any significant program services during the year which were not listed on the pnor 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? I: 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 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 No 4a (Code. )(Expenses$ 5,749,685. including grants of$ 1,386,650. )(Revenue AMERICA VOTES WORKED TO ADVANCE PROGRESSIVE POLICIES, EXPAND ACCESS TO THE BALLOT, COORDINATE ISSUE ADVOCACY AND PROTECT EVERY RIGHT TO VOTE. 4b (Code (Expenses 1, 860,268. including grants of 916,310. (Revenue AMERICA VOTES WORKED T0 COORDINATE ELECTION CAMPAIGNS . 4c (Code: (Expenses including grants of (Revenue 4d Other program services (Describe in Schedule 0 (Expenses including grants of (Revenue 4e Total program service expenses 7: 509: 953 - Fonn 990 (2011) PAGE 3 JSA 1 E1020 1 000 4QQOOJ 7165 11-6.5 AMERI CA VOTES 26-4568349 Form 990 (2011) - I page 3 Part IV 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 ScheduleA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 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 offioe? 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(h) election in effect during the tax yeai'? lf "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, Perl . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 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, Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 9 Did the organization report an amount in Part X, line 21; serve as a custodian for amounts not listed in Part X, or provide credit counseling, debt management, credit repair, or debt negotiation services? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, PanDid 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? ll "Yes," complete schedule 0. 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, Partx 119 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 Xl, Xll12a Was the organization included in consolidated, independent audited financial statements for the tax year? If "Yes," and if the organization answered "No" to line 123, then completing Schedule D, Parts Xl, Xll, and is optional . . . . . . . . . . . . 12b 1 3 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 States14:: 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 Ill 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 20a Did the organization operate one or more hospital facilities? lf "Yes,"complete Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20a If "Yes" to line 20a, did the organization attach a copy of its audited financial statements to this retumForm 990 (2011) 1E1021 1 000 4QQOOJ 7165 11-6.5 PAGE 4 AMERICA VOTES 26--4568349 Form 990 (2011) . . Page 4 IV Checklist of Required Schedules (continued) Yes No 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 I, 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 Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 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 exoeption24b 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 year24d Section 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations. Did the organization engage in an excess benefit transaction with a disqualified person during the yeafl If "Yes,"compIete Schedule L, Part 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 lf "Yes,"complete Schedule L, Partl . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25b 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 ll . 25 Did the organization provide a grant or other assistance to an officer, director, trustee, key employee, substantial contributor or employee thereof, a grant selection committee member, or to a 35% controlled entity or family member of any of these persons? If "Yes, complete Schedule L, Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 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 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 Partlv . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28b An entity of which a current or former officer, director, trustee, or key employee (or a family member thereof) was an officer, director, trustee, or direct or indirect owner? If "Yes, "complete Schedule Part 286 Did the organization receive more than $25,000 in non-cash contributions? If "Yes," complete Schedule 29 Did the organization receive contributions of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets, or qualified conservation contributions? If "Yes,"complete Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Did the organization liquidate, terminate, or dissolve and oease operations'? If "Yes," complete Schedule N, Partl . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Did the organization sell, exchange, dispose of, or transfer more than 25% of its net assets? If "Yes," complete Schedule N, Part 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,"compIete Schedule Partl . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Was the organization related to any tax-exempt or taxable entity? If "Yes," complete Schedule R, Parts II, lV,andV,Iine1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 34 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 Section 501(c)(3) organizations. Did the organization make any transfers to an exempt non-charitable related organization? If "Yes, complete Schedule Part V, line 2 36 Did the organization conduct more than 5% of its activities through an entity that is not a related organization and that IS treated as a partnership for federal income tax purposes? If "Yes," complete Schedule Partvl . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..37 Did the organization complete Schedule 0 and provide explanations in Schedule 0 for Part VI, lines 11 and 19? Note. All Fonn 990 filers are reguired to complete Schedule JSA 1E103O 1 000 4QQOOJ 7165 ll-6.5 Form 990 (2011) PAGE 5 AMERICA VOTES 26-4568349 Form 990 (2011) . I Page 5 Statements Regarding Other IRS Filings and Tax Compliance Check if Schedule 0 contains a response to any question In this Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2a 3a 4a Enterthe number reported in Box3 of Form 1096 Enter-0- if not applicable 1a Enter the number of Forms W-2G Included in line 1a. Enter -0- if not applicable 1b Did the organization comply with backup withholding rules for reportable payments to vendors and reportable gaming (gambling) winnings to prize winners? 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 If at least one is reported on line 2a, did the organization file all required federal employment tax returns? Note. If the sum of lines 1a and 2a is greaterthan 250, you may be required to e-file (see instructions) Did the organization have unrelated business gross Income of $1 .000 or more during the year'? If "Yes," has It filed a Fonn 990-T for this year? If "No,"pnovide an explanation In Schedule 0 3b 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 Was the organization a party to a prohibited tax shelter transaction at any time 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 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? Ba 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). I a Did the organization receive a payment in excess of $75 made partly as a contribution and partly for goods and services provided to the payor"Yes," did the organization notify the donor of the value of the goods or services provided? 7b Did the organization sell, exchange, or otherwise 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 I Did the organization receive any funds, directly or indirectly, to pay premiums on a personal benefit contract? 7e 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? _7g 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 Fonn 990 In lieu of Form 1041? 12a If "Yes," enterthe 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? 1 3a 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 1 3b Enterthe amount of reserves on hand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130 14a Did the organization receive any payments for Indoor tanning services during the tax yeafi? 14a If "Yes," has it filed a Form 720 to gport these payments? If provide an explanation In Schedule 14b JSA 1E104O 1 D00 Fonn 990 (2011) 4QQOOJ 7165 PAGE 6 ll-6.5 1 i Form 990 (2011) AMERICA VOTES 26-4563349 Page5 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 2 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 2d 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 ofthe 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 1 0a 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 purposesHas the organization provided a complete copy of this Form 990 to all members of its governing body before filing the form'? . . 1 1 3 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 go to line 123 Were officers, directors, or trustees, and key employees required to disclose annually interests that could give rise to conflicts1213 Did the organization regularly and consistently monitor and enforce compliance with the policy? If "Yes," descnbe in Schedule 0 how this was done . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120 13 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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153 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 a taxable 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'? 151; Section C. Disclosure 17 List the states with which a copy of this Form 990 is required to be filed P. 18 Section 6104 requires an organization to make its Forms 1023 (or 1024 if applicable), 990, and 990-T (Section 501(c)(3)s only) available for public ins ection Indicate how you made these available. Check all that apply Own website Another's website Upon request 19 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 20 State the name, physical address, and telephone number of the person who possesses the books and records of the organization >1-its ORGANIZATION PAGE: 1 ADDRESS 20036 202-962-7240 I JSA Form 990 (2011) 7165 11-6.5 PAGE 7 I AMERICA VOTES 26-4568349 Page7 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 Form 990 (2011) 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 offlcer, director, trustee, or key employee) who received reportable compensation (Box 5 of Form W-2 andlor 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; compensated employees, and former such persons CI Check this box if neither the organization nor any related organization compensated any current officer, director, or trustee institutional trustees; officers, key employees; highest (A) (B) (C) (D) (E) (F) Name and 'File Average Position Reportable Reportable Estimated hours per (do not check rnarethan om; compensation compensation from amount of week box unless person is both an "Om related othef th a 2 5 5 0 organization 9 .3 13% 3 and related 0) at - 3 3 9 organizations .. - 40.00 221,754. 0 21,776. DIRECTOR 1 . 00 0 0 0 DIRECTOR 1 . 00 0 0 0 DIRECTOR TERMINATED 12/31/11 1.00 0 0 0 DIRECTOR 1 . 00 0 0 0 DIRECTOR 1 . 00 0 0 0 DIRECTOR TERMINATED 12/31/11 1.00 0 0 DIRECTOR TERMINATED 3/31/2012 1.00 0 0 0 DIRECTOR TERMINATED 12/31/2011 1.00 0 0 0 DIRECTOR TERMINATED 12/31/2011 1.00 0 0 0 DIRECTOR 1 . 00 0 0 DIRECTOR 1 . 00 0 0 0 DIRECTOR TERMINATED 12/31/2011 1.00 0 0 0 JSA Form 990 (2011) lE1041 1 4QQOOJ 7165 11-6.5 PAGE 8 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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 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,"compIete Schedule for such person Section B. Independent Contractors AMERICA VOTES 26-4568349 Form 990 (2011) . . Page 8 Section A. Officers, Directors, Trustees, Ke Employees, Compensated Employees (continued) (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 8010001 Of weak box, unless person is both on from reiated other (describe 95"" the organizations r. organizations .3 3- and 7313135 in 3 organizations PAGE GARDNER ""5ffifi5f6fi 1.00 0 1 6) CRAIG KAPLAN ""6ffiE6f6? 1.00 0 17) DOUG PHELPS 1.00 0 0 0 1 8 BRAD MARTIN 1.00 0 0 1 9) BRANDON DAVIS ""6ffifiEf6? 1.00 0 20) DEIRDRE SCHIFELING 1.00 0 0 0 21) DENISE FERIOZZI 1.00 0 0 0 22) GASPAR PERRI CONE ""'5ffiE6f6? 1.00 0 0 0 23) HEATHER TUREEN ""6f?EEf6fi 1.00 0 0 24) MATT MORRISON 1.00 0 0 0 25) MIKE PODHORZER 1.00 0 0 1bsub--totaI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 2-21:75" 0 21:776- Total from continuation sheets to Part VII, Section dTota| (add lines 1.000: 116- 0 87:504- 2 Total number of individuals (including but not limited to those listed above) who received more than $100,000 of reportable compensation from the organization 7 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) (3) Name and business address Description of services (0) Compensation ATTACHMENT 2 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 5 13055 2 4QQOOJ 7165 11-6.5 Form 990 (2011) PAGE 9 AMERICA VOTES 26-4568349 Form 990 (2011) . . Page 8 Section A. Officers, Directors, Trustees, Ke Employees, and Hi hest Compensated Employees (continued) (A) (B) (C) (D) (E) (F) Name and title Average Position Reportable Reportable Esmnaied hours per (do n?1Ch??k 011? compensation compensation from Bmounl of wgak box. unless person is both an from related other (desmbe officer and a directorltrustee me organizations compensation hon-refer 3 3 3% 3' organization (W-211099-MISC) related 3 3 3% organization oraanizations ?1 8 8 and 79531911 schaduia 3, 3 organizations 3 3 26) NAVIN NAYAK 1.00 0 0 0 DIRECTOR TERMINATED 12/31/2011 1.00 0 0 0 28) RICK FARFAGLIA 1.00 0 0 0 29) SETH JOHNSON 1.00 0 0 0 EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR 40.00 210,486. 0 8,725. 31) SUSAN FINKLE-SOURLIS ""5f6 40.00 106,333. 0 16.010. 32) BUBBA SCOTT NUNNERY 40.00 140,611. 0 7,184. CHIEF OF STAFF 40.00 112,865. 0 9,162. 34) DANIEL DOUGLAS 40.00 102,029. 0 5,641. 35) RICHARD PELLITIER ""?ffii6"6ffifi6E6? 40.00 106,038. 0 19,106Total from continuation sheets to Part VII, Section A 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 7 Yes No 3 Did the organization list any former officer, director. or trustee, key employee, or highest compensated ll employee on line 1a? If "Yes," complete 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 71:42. if individual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 5 Did any person listed on line 1a receive or accrue compensation from any unrelated organization or individual 4 4 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. (C) Name and business address Description of services Compensation 2 Total number of independent contractors (including but not limited to those listed above) who received x_ iv. . . morethan $100,000 in compensation from the organization 5 130552 000 990 (2011) 4QQOOJ 7165 11-6.5 PAGE 10 Form 990 (2011) AMERICA VOTES 26-4568349 Page9 Statement of Revenue . . (Al (3) (Cl (0) Tomi revenue Related or Unrelated Revenue exempt business excluded from tax function revenue under sections revenue 512. 513. or 514 32 1 a Federated campaigns . . . . . . . . 18 52 Membershipdues .. 1b <5 Fundraising events . . . . . . . . . 10 Related organizations . . . . . . . . 1d Government grants (contributions) . . 1 8 5 All other contnbutions. gifls. grants. 5 5 and similar amounts not included above . 1f 11' 150' gg Noncash contributions included in lines 1e-11 Total. Add lines 1a-11.160.415- Business Code 2a 3' All other program service revenue . . . . . Total. Add lines 2a-Investment income (including dividends, interest. and other similar amounts515- 515- 4 Income from investment of tax-exempt bond proceeds . . . 5 5 Royames . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 (0 Real (ii) Personal Ga Gross rents . . . . . . . . Less rental expenses . . . Rental income or (loss) Net rental income or (loss(1) Securities (ii) Other 'Ia Gross amount from sales of assets other than inventory Less cost or other basis and sales expenses . . . . Gainor(loss) Net gain or (lossGross income from fundraising 5 events (not including 3 of contributions reported on line 1c). See Part IV, line Less' direct expenses . . . . . . . . . . "6 Net income or (loss) from fundraising events . . . . . . . . 0 9a Gross income from gaming activities See Part IV, line 19 3 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 1 1a ADMINISTRATIVE Pass 4 . All other revenue . . . . . . . . . . . . . Total. Add lines 11a-11d - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4- 1 2 Total revenue. See instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11, 161,234. 815. Form .990 (2011) JSA 151051 1 4QQOOJ 7165 11-6.5 PAGE 11 Form 990 (2011) AMERICA VOTES Part IX Statement of Functional Expenses . 26-4568349 Page10 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 I Do not Include amounts reported on lines 6b' Total ggienses Progra'nB1)service Maneggii-i'ent and 7b, 8b, 9b, and 10b of Part expenses genem; expenses expenses 1 Grants and other assistance to govemments and organizationsintheunitedstates SeePar1|V.line21 . 2:302: 960- 2:302: 960- 2 Grants and other assistance to individuals in the United States See Part N. line Grants and other assistance to governments. organizations. and individuals outside the United States See Part IV. lines 15 and 16_ 0 Benefits paid to or for members 0 5 Compensation of current officers. directors. [ru5[ee5_and keyempmyees . 6 Compensation not included above. to disqualified persons (as defined under section 495B(f)(1)) and persons descnbed in section . . . 0 Othersalanesandwages 8 Pension plan accruals and contnbutions (include section 401(k) and 403(b) employer contributionsOtheremployeebenefits . . . . . . . . . . . . 23-1:291" 154r965- 46r258- 301068- 10 Payrolltaxes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 214.415. 143.658. 42.883. 27.874. 1 1 Fees for services (non-employees) a Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 Legal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128r968' 314471' 951813" 1'684' Accounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72r322- 72r322- Lobbying . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 Professional fundraising services See Part IV. line Investment management fees . . . . . . . . . 0 9 Other . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 12 Advertising and promotion . . . . . . . . . . . 0 13 Officeexpenses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158r773- 19I702- 116r603- 224468' 14 Information technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 1 5 Royalties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 15 occupancy 399,285. 267,521. 79,857. 51,907. 17 Travel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1394872' 971905" 35'620? 1 8 Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal. state. or local public officials 0 19 Conferences, conventions. andmeetings . . . . 142: 915- 137:151- 3: 359- 2:335- 20 Interest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 21 Payments to affiliates . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 22 Depreciation. depletion. and amortization . . . . Insurance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 24 Other expenses ltemize 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) 2,672,203. 2,624,204. 30,934. 17,065. 39,303. 39,303. 179,275. 345. 174,416. 4,514. .1 -15. 531. -15. 363. -168. All other expenses 25 Total functional expenses. Add lines 1 through 24e 9r635r163- 7r509r953- 1:300r103- 7251107- 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 1330521000 990 (2011) 4QQOOJ 7165 11-6.5 PAGE 12 AMERICA VOTES 26-4568349 Form 990 (2011) Page 11 Balance sheet (A) (3) Beginning of year End of year 1 Cash - non-interest-bearing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 353: 127 - 1 1 i 774 273- 2 Savings and temporary cash investments . 175: 353 - 2 175: 647 - 3 Pledges and grants receivable, net . 3 0 4 Accounts receivableReceivables from current and former officers, directors, trustees, key employees, and highest compensated employees. Complete Part II of Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 5 0 6 Receivables from other disqualified persons (as defined under section 495B(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 0 7 Notes and loans receivable, net 0 7 :2 8 inventories for saie Prepaid expenses and deferred charges . 9 0 10a Land, buildings, and equipment cost or other basis Complete Part VI of Schedule 10a 34 6. 705 - Less accumulated depreciation 10b 253:335- 37: 599- 10c 32:320- 11 Investments - publicly traded securities 0 11 0 12 Investments - other securities See Part IV, line 11 0 12 0 13 Investments - program-related See Part IV, line 11 1 3 0 14 Intangible assets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 14 0 15 Otherassets SeePartlV,line11 22:444- 15 1341393- 16 Total assets. Add lines 1 through 15 (must equal Ilne 34639. 023 . 15 2. 168. 138 - 1 7 Accounts payable and accrued expenses 17 0 18 Grants Payable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 13 0 19 Deferred revenue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 19 0 20 Tax-exempt bond liabilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 20 0 3 21 Escrow or custodial account liability Complete Part IV of Schedule 0 21 0 22 Payables to current and former officers, directors, trustees, key employees, highest compensated em ployees, and disqualified persons cornpiete Part ii of scheduie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 22 0 23 Secured mortgages and notes payable to unrelated third parties 0 23 0 24 Unsecured notes and loans payable to unrelated third parties 0 24 0 25 Other liabilities (including federal income tax, payables to related third parties, and other liabilities not included on lines 17-24) Complete PartX ofSchedu|9r305- 25 12:949- 26 Total liabilities. Add lines 17 through Organizations that follow SFAS 117, check here and complete 8 lines 27 through 29, and lines 33 and 34. 27 Unrestricted net assets . . 629,218. 27 2, 155,289. 3 28 Temporarily restricted net assets 23 0 'g 29 Permanently restricted net assets 0 29 0 .3 Organizations that do not follow SFAS 117, check here and 3 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 other funds 32 33 Total net assetsorfund balances 529:213- 33 2: 155.1239- 34 Total liabilities and net assetslfund balances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 639, 023 . 34 2 168, 138 . Form 990 (2011) JSA 1E1053 1 000 4QQOOJ 7165 11-6.5 PAGE 13 Form 990 (2011) AMERICA VOTES Reconciliation of Net Assets Check lf Schedule 0 contalns a response to any questlon ln Part 26-4568349 Pma12 1 Total revenue (must equal Part column (A), Ilne 1211' 151' 234 2 Total expenses (must equal Part IX, column (A), line 25635' 163 3 Revenue less expenses Subtract Ilne 2 from Ilne 526' O71 4 Net assets or fund balances at beglnning of year (must equal Part X, llne 33, column . . . . . . . . 4 629' 218 5 Other changes In net assets or fund balances (explaln in Schedule Net assets or fund balances at end of year Comblne lines 3, 4, and 5 (must equal Part X, llne 33. column . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 2, 155, 289 . Financial Statements and Reporting Check lf Schedule 0 contalns a response to any questton ln Part XII . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . l--I Yes No 1 method used to prepare the Form 990. Cash Accrual Other If the organlzatlon changed method of from a prlor year or checked "Other," explain in Schedule 0 2a Were the organlzatlon's financlal statements complled or revlewed by an lndependent accountant'? 23 Were the organlzatlon's flnanclal statements audlted by an Independent accountant? . 2b If "Yes" to Ilne 2a or 2b, does the organlzatlon have a commuttee that assumes for of the audlt, revlew, or compllatlon of flnanclal statements and selectlon of an independent accountant?_ 2c If the organlzatlon changed elther process or selectlon process durlng the tax year, explaln ln Schedule 0 If "Yes" to line 2a or 2b. check a box below to whether the flnanclal statements for the year were issued on a separate basls, consolldated basls, or both 1: separate basls El consolldated basls Both consolldated and separate basls 3a As a result of a federal award. was the organlzatlon requlred to undergo an audlt or audlts as set forth ln the Sim Audlt Act and 0MB Clrculam-133"Yes," the organlzatlon undergo the required audlt or audlts? if the organization not undergo the required audlt or audlts, explaln why in Schedule 0 and any steps taken to undergo such audlts 311 Form 990 (2011) JSA 1E1054 1 000 4QQOOJ 7165 11-6.5 PAGE 1 4 SCHEDULE 0 Political Campaign and Lobbying Activities owns No as-is~oo-iv (Form 990 or 99o-sz) For Organizations Exempt From Income Tax Under section 501(c) and section 527 Complete if the organization is described below. Attach to Form 990 or Form 990-52- Open" to Public Imema, Revenue semca See separate instructions. |n5pection Department olthe Treasury 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 I-A and 8 Do not complete Part l-C 0 Section 501 (other than section 501 organizations. Complete Parts I-A and below. Do not complete Part I-B. 0 Section 527 organizations Complete Part l-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 AMERICA VOTES 26-4568349 Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501$) 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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1: 35?: 259- 3 Volunteer hours . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Complete 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," descnbe 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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1' 138r 553- 2 Enter the amount of the filing organization's funds contributed to other organizations for section 527 exempirunciionactivmes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 671i 600- 3 Total exempt function expenditures Add lines 1 and 2 Enter here and on Form 1120--POL, Iine17b . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 1r850r258' 4 Did the filing organization file Form 1120-POL for this year'? yes I: 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 Name Address EIN Amount paid from Amount of political filing organization's contributions received and funds If none, enter -0- and d"eC"Y delivered to a separate political organization If none. enter -0- (1) FR I ENDS OF AMERI CA VOTES WASHINGTON, DC 20036 20-4359961 1,200. 0 (2) GREATER WI SCONS I POLITICAL FUND MADISON, WI 53703 20-4668584 650,400. 0 (3) WISCONSIN PROGRESS MADISON, WI 53703 27-0967869 20,000. 0 (4) (5) (6) For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice. see the Instructions for Form 990 or 990-E2. Schedule (Form 990 or 990-E2) 2011 JSA 1E1264 1 4QQO0J 7165 ll-6.5 PAGE 40 Schedule iForm 990 or 990-EZ) 2011 AMERICA VOTES 26-4568349 Page 2 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 hm if the filing organization checked boxA and "limited control" provisions apply. Limits on Lobbying Expenditures (The term "expenditures" means amounts paid or incurred.) Filing organization's totals Affiliated group totals "'O0.00'flI 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 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 line 1e, column or is: The lobbying nontaxable amount is: Not over $500,000 20% of the amount on line 1e. 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 If zero or less, enter -0- Subtract line 1f from line 1c If 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 for this year|Yes I |No 4-Year Averaging Period Under Section 501(h) (Some organizations that made a section 501(h) election do not have to complete all of the five columns below. See the instructions for lines 2a through 2f on page 4.) Lobbying Expenditures During 4-Year Averaging Period Calendar year (or fiscal year beginning in) (8) 2008 (b)2009 (c)2010 (d)2011 (9) Total 2a Lobbying nontaxable amount Lobbying ceiling amount (150% of line 2a, column Total lobbying expenditures Grassroots nontaxable amount 8 Grassroots ceiling amount (150% of line 2d, column Grassroots lobbying expenditures JSA 1E12651000 4QQOOJ 7165 11-6.5 Schedule (Form 990 or 990-E2) 2011 PAGE 4 1 AMERICA VOTES 26-4568349 Schedule (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2011 Page 3 Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c)(3) and has NOT filed Form 5753 (election under section 501(h)). For each "Yes" response to Irnes 1a through 11' below, provide in Part IV a detailed description (8 of the lobbying activity V93 N0 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 VolunteersPaid staff or management (include compensation in expenses reported on lines 1c through Media advertisements? a Publications, or published or broadcast statementsGrants 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 meansTotal Add lines 16 through 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 film or anization incurred a section 4912 tax, did it file Form 4720 for this yeafl. . . . . plete 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 lessDid the organization agree to carry over lobbying and political expenditures from the. p'rior'yea'f5 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 Section 162(e) nondeductible lobbying and political expenditures (do not include amounts of political expenses for which the section 527(f) tax was paid). 3 Cutler" Veal179' 975 13 CBWOVET "Om last Year . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2'3 9 T?ta2'1-'9'975' 3 Aggregate amount reported in section 6033(e)(1)(A) notices of nondeductible section 162(e) dues 3 11: 150: 415 - 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 a"d VealTaxable amount of lobbying and political expenditures (see instructions980, 440 . Supplementallnformation Complete this part to provide the descriptions required for Part I-A, line 1, Part I-B, line 4, Part l-C, line 5, Part ll-A, and Part ll-B, line 1. Also, complete this part for any additional information. AMERICA DIRECT AND INDIRECT POLITICAL CAMPAIGN ACTIVITIES INVOLVED THE COORDINATING OF ELECTION CAMPAIGNS. INCLUDED IN THIS AMOUNT IS JSA Schedule (Fonn 990 or 990-Ez) 2011 1E1266 1 000 4QQOOJ 7165 11-6.5 PAGE 42 AMERICA VOTES 26-4568349 Schedule (Form 990 or 990-E2) 2011 Page 4 Supplemental Information (continued) JSA Schedule (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2011 1515002000 4QQOOJ 7165 11-6.5 PAGE 43 SCHEDULE (Form 990) OMB No 1545-0047 Supplemental Financial Statements Dcomplete if the organization answered "Yes," to Form 990, Part IV, line 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11a, 11b. 11c, 11d, 11e, 11f, 12a, or 12b. >Attach to Form 990. See separate instructions. ODen_to Public lnspecfion Employer identification number 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 Department of the Treasury Inlemal Revenue Service Name of the organization AMERI CA VOTES 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 (H-FGNJ conferring impermissible private benefitPart II Conservation Easements. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 7. 1 Fur ose(s) of conservation easements held by the organization (check all that apply). Preservation of land for public use (e recreation or education) Protection of natural habitat 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. Preservation of an historically important land area Preservation of a certified historic structure 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 dunng 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) in and SectI0n170(h)(4)(B)(IIPart 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 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 or anization elected, as permitted under SFAS 116 SASC 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 line Assets included in Form 990, Partx . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ls For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Fomi 990. schedule (Form 990) 2011 JSA 1E126B1000 4QQOOJ 7165 11-6.5 PAGE 44 Schedule (Form 990) 2011 3 AMERICA VOTES 26-4568349 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 Scholarly research a 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 ratherthan to be maintained as part ofthe organization's collectionLoan or exchange programs Other Escrow and Custodial Arrangements. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 9, or reported an amount on Form 990, Part X, line 21. 1a 2a 1a 3a is the organization an agent, trustee, custodian or other intermediary for contributions or other assets not included on Form 990, Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Yes No If "Yes," explain the arrangement in Part XIV and complete the following table Amount Beginning balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Additions during the year . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Distributions during the year . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 9 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 Two years back Three years back No Prior year 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 Temporarily restricted endowment The percentages in lines 2a, 2b, and 2c should equal 100% Are there endowment funds not in the possession of the organization that are held and administered for the organization by Yes No unrelated organizations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3a(i) (ii) related organizations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33(ii) If "Yes" to 3a(ii), are the related organizations listed as required on Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3b 4 Describe in Part XIV the intended uses of the organization's endowment funds. Land, Buildings, and Equipment. See Form 990, Part X, line 10. 07 PTOPBNY Cost or other basis Cost or other basis (C) Accumulated Book value (investment) (other) depreciation 1a Land . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Buildings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Leasehold improvements . . . . . . . . . . Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 313,000. 236,666. 76,334. other . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 33,706. 27,220. 6,486. Total. Add lines 1a through 1e (Column must equal Fonn 990, Part X, column (8), line 10(0Schedule (Fonri 990) 2011 JSA 1E1269 1 000 I-IQQOOJ 7165 11-6.5 PAGE 45 AMERICA VOTES Schedule (Form 990) 2011 Part VII Investments - Other Securities. Se-'e Form 990, Part X, line 12. 26-4568349 Page3 Description of security or category (including name of secunly) Book value Method of valuation Cost or end-of-year market value (1) Financial derivatives (2) Closely-held equity interests . . . . (3) Other Total. (Column (bl must equal Form 990, Part X, col (B) line 12) Part Investments - Program Related. See orm 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) (3) (9) (10) Total. (Column must equal Form 990, Part X, col (8) line 13) Other Assets. See Form 990, Part X. line 15 Description Book value DEPOSITS 134,393. (2) (3) (4) (5) (5) (7) (3) (9) (10) Total. (Column must equal Fomri 990, Part X, col (8) line Other Liabilities. See Form 990, Part x, line 25. 1. Description of liability Book value (1) Federal income taxes (2) RETIREMENT DEFERRAL PAYABLE '7 4 90 . (3) EMPLOYEE BENEFITS PAYABLE 2 02 6 . (4) SUBLEASE DEPOSITS 3, 333 . (5) 45) (7) (3) (9) (10) (11) Total. (Column must equal Fomi 990, Partx, col. (3) line 25(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). JSA 1E1270 1 000 4QQO0J 7165 11-6.5 schedule (Form 990) 2011 PAGE 4 6 AMERICA VOTES 26-4568349 Schedule (Form 990) 2011 Reconciliation of Change in Net Assets 'from Form 990 to Audited Financial Statements Page 4 1 Total revenue (Form 990, Part column (A), line 12) . . 1 2 Total expenses (Form 990, Part IX, column (A), line 25) . 2 3 Excess or (deficit) for the year Subtract line 2 from line 1 3 4 Net unrealized gains (losses) on investments 4 5 Donated services and use or facilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 5 'rtVeStr"ertt eXPe"5eS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 7 Prrerperted ediuetmente . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 3 Other (De-eerrbe in Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 9 Total adjustments (net) Add lines 4 through 8 . 9 10 Excess or (deficit) for the year per audited financial statements Combine lines 3 and 9 1 0 Reconciliation of Revenue per Audited Financial Statements With Revenue per Return 1 Total revenue, gains, and other support per audited financial statements 1 2 Amounts included on line 1 but not on Form 990, Part line 12. a Net unrealized gains on investments 2a Donated services and use of facilities 2b Recoveries of prior year grants 2c rt Other (Describe In Part XIVAdd lines 2a through Subtract line 2e from |Ine1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 4 Amounts included on Form 990, Part line 12, but not on line 1. a Investment expenses not included on Form 990, Part line 7b 4a Other (Dee?rrt>e F'ertX'Add ""Total revenue. Add lines 3 and 4c. (This must equal Form 990, Part I, line 12) . 5 Reconciliation of Expenses per Audited Financial Statements With Expenses per Return 1 Total expenses and losses per audited financial statements 1 2 Amounts included on line 1 but not on Form 990, Part IX, line 25 a Donated services and use of facilities 2a prior year adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2b 6 Otherlosses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Add lines 2a through Amounts included on Form 990, Part IX, line 25, but not on line 1: a Investment expenses not included on Form 990, Part line 7b 4a Other (Describe in Part XIV . I I I I 4b Add [mes Total expenses Add li'nes'3'a'nd 4c'. (This 'F'artI,'Ii'ne 5 Supplemental Information Complete this part to provide the descriptions required for Part II, lines 3, 5, and 9, Part lines 1a and 4, Part N, lines 1b and 2b; 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 Schedule (Fon1"I 990) 2011 4QQOOJ 7165 ll-6.5 PAGE 4 7 Schedule 0 (Form 990) 2011 AMERICA VOTES Part XIV Supplemental Information (continued) 26-4568349 Page 5 JSA 1E12262000 4QQOOJ 7 165 11-6.5 Schedule (Form 990) 2011 PAGE 4 8 SCHEDULE (Form 990 or 990-EZ) Department of the Treasury lntemal Revenue Service Name of the organization AMERICA VOTES Complete If the organization answered 'Yes' to Form 990. Part IV, llnes17, 18, or 19, or If t:he Supplemental Information Regarding Fundraising or Gaming Activities organlzatlon entered more than $15,000 on Form 990-EZ, llne 6a. Attach to Form 990 or Form 990-EZ. See separate Instructions. OMB NO 1545-0047 Open to Public Inspection Employer Identification number Fundraising Activities. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990. Part IV. line 17. Form 990-EZ filers are not required to complete this part. 1 Indicate whether the organization raised funds through an of the following activities Check all that apply 9 Solicitation of non-government grants I Mail solicitations - Internet and email solicitations I Phone solicitations In-person solicitations 0.0393 2 Solicitation of government grants 9 2 Special fundraising events Did the organization have a written or oral agreement with any individual (including officers, directors, trustees or key employees listed in Form 990, Part VII) or entity in connection with professional fundraising services? Yes No If "Yes," list the ten highest paid individuals or entities (fundraisers) pursuant to agreements under which the fundraiser is to be compensated at least $5,000 by the organization (Iii) Did fundraiser have (V) Amount paid to (vl) Amount paid to an or oi <> contnbutions? co, ,0 organization Yes No 1GROSS CONTRIBUTIONS 1155 CONNECTICUT, WASH, DC 11,160,415. 11,160,415. ZCOMMITTEE ON STATES 1575 EYE ST, WASH, DC FUNDRAISING 86,500. --86,500. 3LISA PRESTA 2337 16TH AVE SAN FRAN, CAFUNDRAISING 7,000. -7,000. 4EDWARD G. RENDELL LLC 200 S. FUNDRAISING 15,000. -15,000. SSTRAUS BAKER, LLC 928 BROADWAY, NY, NY FUNDRAISING 15,000. -15,000. GMARLEY WILKES 10903 ORANGE GRV FUNDRAISING 15,000. -15,000. 7G STRATEGIES 311 EAST ERIC 20,000. -20,000. BBCAUSES LLC 7135 REYNOLDS 9,004. -9,004. QSOLIDARITY STRATEGIES LLC 501 THIRD ST NW WASH, DC FUNDRAISING 11,000. -11,000. 10 Total . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 11,160,415. 178.504- 10.981.911- 3 List all states in which the organization is registered or licensed to solicit contributions or has been notified it is exempt from registration or licensing Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Fonn 990 or 990-E7. JSA 1E1231 1 000 4QQOOJ 7165 11-6.5 Schedule (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2011 PAGE 4 9 AMERICA VOTES 26-4568349 Schedule (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2011 Page 2 Fundraising Events. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 18. or reported more than $15,000 of fundraising event contributions and gross income on Form 990-EZ, lines 1 and 6b. List events with gross receipts greater than $5.000 Event #1 Event #2 Other Events (G) Total events (add col through col (event type) (event type) (total number) GFOSS receipts . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Less. Charrtable contributions 3 Gross income (line 1 minus line Revenue -5 4 Cash W299 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Noncash prizes 6 Rentlfacility costs Food and beverages Direct Expenses -I 8 Entertainment 9 Other direct expenses 10 Direct expense summary Add lines 4 through 9 in column 11 Net income summary Combine line 3. column and line Gaming. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 19, or reported more than $15,000 on Form 990-EZ, line 6a. Bingo (0) Other gaming god'? 3 1 Gross revenue . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 2 Cash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5} 3 Noncash prizes . . . . . . . . . . . DJ '6 4 Rentlfacitity costs . 5 Other direct expenses . . Yes Yes _|Yes 6 Volunteer labor No No No 7 Direct expense summary Add lines 2 through 5 in column 8 Net gaming income summary Combine line 1, column d, and line Enter the state(s) in which the organization operates gaming activities' a Is the organization licensed to operate gaming activities in each of these states'? E'Yes I: No If explain 10a were any of the organization's gaming licenses revoked. suspended or tenninated during the tax yeai'? . If "Yes." explain Schedule (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2011 JSA 1E1282 1 000 4QQOOJ 7165 11-6.5 PAGE 50 AMERICA VOTES 26-4568349 Schedule (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2011 Page 3 1 1 Does the organization operate gaming activities with honmembers'? . . LlYes I__l No 12 Is the organization a grantor, beneficiary or trustee of a trust or a member of a partnership or other entity formed to administer charitable gaming|:lYas No 13 Indicate the percentage of gaming activity operated in' a The organization's facility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13a An outside facility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13b 14 Enter the name and address of the person who prepares the organization's events books and records. Name Address 15a Does the organization have a contract with a third party from whom the organization receives gaming revenueE|Yes if "Yes," enter the amount of gaming revenue received by the organization and the amount of gaming revenue retained by the third party If "Yes," enter name and address of the third party 1 6 Gaming manager information Gaming manager compensation Description of services provided Directorlofficer l:I Employee Independent contractor 17 Mandatory distributions a Is the organization required under state law to make charitable distributions from the gaming proceeds to retamthe stategammg IncenseElves EH0 Enter the amount of distributions required under state law to be distributed to other exempt organizations or spent in the organization's own exempt activities during the tax year Supplemental Information. Complete this part to provide the explanation required by Part I, line 2b, columns and and Part lines 9, 9b, 10b, 15b, 15c, 16, and 17b, as applicable. 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FILE 136,500. 48 GROVE STREET #202 SOMERVILLE, MA 02144 NGP VAN INC. DATA SERVICES 692,350. 1101 15TH STREET, NW, SUITE 500 WASHINGTON, DC 20005 For Privacy Act and Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Fonn 990 or 990-EZ. schedule 0 (Form 990 or 990-EZ) (2011) 4QQO0J 7165 11--6.5 PAGE 53 Schedule 0 (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2011 Name of the orgamzauon AMERICA VOTES Pme 2 Employer Identification number 26--4568349 ATTACHMENT 2 990, PART VII- COMPENSATION OF THE FIVE HIGHEST PAID IND. CONTRACTORS NAME AND ADDRESS CATALIST LLC 1090 VERMONT AVENUE, NW SUITE 300 WASHINGTON, DC 20005 PERKINS COIE 1201 THIRD AVENUE, SUITE 4800 SEATTLE, WA 98101 TOTAL COMPENSATION FORM 990, PART - INVESTMENT INCOME DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES COMPENSATION DATA SERVICES 251,650. LEGAL SERVICES 121,655. 2,038,311. ATTACHMENT 3 (A) (B) (C) (D) TOTAL RELATED OR UNRELATED EXCLUDED DESCRIPTION REVENUE EXEMPT REVENUE BUSINESS REV. REVENUE INTEREST INCOME 815. 815. TOTALS 815. 815. 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Schedule (Form 990) 2011 1515102000 4QQO0J 7165 ll--6.5 PAGE 65 Form 4562 Dep lntemal Revenue Service Depreciation and Amortization (Including Information on Listed Property) artment of the Treasury See separate instructions. Attach to your tax return. (99) Name(s) shown on retum OMB No 1545-0172 2011 Attachment Sequence No 1 79 Identifying number AMERICA VOTES 26-4568349 Business or activity to which this form relates GENERAL DE PREC IATION Election To Expense Certain Property Under Section 179 Note: IQ/ou have any listed property, complete Part before you complete Pan' I. 1 Maximum amount (see instructionsTotal cost of section 179 property placed in service (see instructions) . 2 3 Threshold cost of section 179 property before reduction in limitation (see instructions) 3 4 Reduction in limitation Subtract line 3 from line 2. If zero or less. enter -0- 4 5 Dollar limitation for tax year Subtract lIl'IB4il'Dl'l'l linet llzero orless, enter-0- lfmarited filing separatelyDescription of property lb) Cost (business use only) to) Elected cost 7 Listed property Enter the amount from line 29 7 Total elected cost of section 179 property Add amounts in column lines 6 and 7 8 9 Tentative deduction Enter the smaller of line 5 or line8 . . . 9 10 Carryover of disallowed deduction from line 13 of your 2010 Form 4562 . 1 0 11 Business income limitation Enter the smaller of business income (not less than zero) or line 5 (see instructions) 1 1 1 2 Section 179 expense deduction Add lines 9 and 10. but do not enter more than line 11 1 2 13 Carryover of disallowed deduction to 2012 Add lines 9 and 10. less line Note: Do not use Part ll or Pan' below for listed property. Instead, use Part V. Special Depreciation Allowance and Other Depreciation (Do not include listed property) (See instructions) 14 Special depreciation allowance for qualified property (other than listed property) placed in service during the tax year (see instructionsProperty Subleot to section 163(t)(1) election . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.194- MACRfiepreciation (Do not include listed property (See instructions Section A 17 MACRS deductions for assets placed in service in tax years beginning before 2011 you are electing to group any assets placed in service during the tax year into one or more general asset accounts. check here . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Section - Assets Placed in Service During 2011 Tax Year Using the General Depreciation system Month and year Basis for depreciation N, Recwery Classification of property placed in (businessfinvestment use (9) Convention Method Depreciation deduction service only - see 19a 3-year property SEE 5-yearproperty DETAIL 24,395. 5.000 HY 200DB 2,440. 7-year property it 10-year properly 15-year property 20-year property 25-year property 25 yrs. SIL Residential rental 27 5 V73 property 27 5 Sl i Nonresidential real 39 V75 property Sl Section - Assets Placed in Service During 2011 Tax Year Using_the Alternative De reciation System 20a Class life SIL 12-year 12 yrs. SIL 40-year 40 St Summary (See instructions 21 Listed property Enter amount from line Total. Add amounts from line 12, lines 14 through 17. lines 19 and 20 in column and line 21 Enter here and on the appropriate lines of your return Partnerships and corporations - see instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . For assets shown above and placed in service during the current year. enter the portion of the basis attributable to section 263A costs 23 -ISA For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice. see separate instructions. -.x23oo 2 4QQO0J 7165 ll-6.5 Form 4562 (2011) PAGE 66 Form 4562 (2011) Listed Property (Include automobiles, certain other vehicles, certain computers, and property used for entertainment, recreation, or amusement.) Note: For any vehicle for which you are using the standard mileage rate or deducting lease expense, complete only 24a, 24b, columns through of Section A, all of Section B, and Section if applicable. Section A - Depreciation and Other Information (Caution: See the instructions for limits for passenger automobiles) 26--456B349 Page 2 24a Do you have evidence to support the businessfinvestment use claimed"Yes." is the evidence wnttenId) Basis for(clee)preaation (9) D355 25 Special depreciation allowance for qualified listed property placed in service during the tax year and used more than 50% in a qualified business use (see instructionsProperty used more than 50% in a qualrfied business use 27 Property used 50% or less in a qualified business use SIL - SIL - SIL - 28 Add amounts in column lines 25 through 27 Enter here and on line 21, page 1 . 28 29 Add amounts in column line 26 Enter here and on line 7, page 1 . I 29 Section - Information on Use of Vehicles Complete this section for vehicles used by a sole proprietor, partner, or other "more than 5% owner," or related person If you provided vehicles to your employees, first answer the questions in Section to see if you meet an exception to completing this section for those vehicles Total businesslinvestment miles driven during the year (do not include commuting miles) Total commuting miles driven during the year Total other personal (noncommuting) miles d|'|V9n . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Total miles driven during the year Add lines 30lhr?U9h was the vehicle available for during off-duly hoursWas the vehicle used primarily by a more than 5% owner or related person'? Is another vehicle available for personal usepersonal use la) Vehicle 1 lb) Vehicle 2 (6) Vehicle 3 id) Vehicle 4 Vehicle 5 (9) Vehicle more than 5% owners or related persons (see instructions) Section - Questions for Employers Who Provide Vehicles for Use by Their Employees Answer these questions to determine if you meet an exception to completing Section for vehicles used by employees who are not 37 Do you maintain a written policy statement that prohibits all personal use of vehicles, including commutingyou maintain a written policy statement that prohibits personal use of vehicles, except commuting. by your employees? See the instructions for vehicles used by corporate officers, directors, or 1% or more owners 39 Do you treat all useofvehiclesbyemployees as personal use'? 40 Do you provide more than five vehicles to your employees, obtain information from your employees about the use of the vehicles, and retain the information received? . 41 Do you meet the requirements concerning qualified automobile demonstration use? (See instructions.) Note: If your answer to 37, 38, 39, 40, or41 is 'Yes,"do not complete Section for the covered vehicles Part VI Amortization (8) Date (cl) Amortization If) of oosts begms Amortizable amount Code section penod or Amortization for this year percentage 42 Amortization of costs that begins during your 2011 tax year (see instructions) 43 Amortization of costs that began before your 2011 taxyear . . 43 5: 173 - 44 Total. Add amounts in column See the instructions for where to report 44 5, 178 . 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