National Urban League Inc
83% goes to programs $10 to raise $100 Strong reserves Declining revenue
National Urban League Inc is a 501(c)(3) organization based in New York, New York, registered in 1925, with $87,105,001 in FY2024 revenue. CharityIndex grades it C+, and it directs about 83% of spending to programs.
117 W 125th St 3rd Floor, New York, NY, 10027 EIN 13-1840489 Since 1925
Revenue (FY2024)
$87.1M
▲ 4.4% vs prior year
Human Services median: $293K
Expenses (FY2024)
$109.1M
Net assets
$232.5M
Employees
158
CharityIndex rating
One independent A+ to F grade from four published criteria, each scored separately from IRS filings and combined by weight.
C+
★★★★
Rated on 4 of 4 criteria.
Held down by its weakest criterion — a strong score on one criterion can't hide a weak one.
How the rating works →AProgram efficiency40% of the rating83% to programs · $10 to raise $100
Measures how much of every dollar spent actually reaches programs, plus what it costs to raise $100 of donations. The worse of the two measures sets the letter (85%+ to programs is an A; under $15 to raise $100 is an A), averaged over the three most recent filings. For National Urban League Inc: 83% to programs · $10 to raise $100 earns a A on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
DFinancial health25% of the rating26 mo reserves · -25% margin
Measures whether the organization is built to last: how many months its reserves would cover expenses (3+ months earns an A-range score, but hoarding 5+ years of budget is capped) and whether it runs a surplus or a deficit. For National Urban League Inc: 26 mo reserves · -25% margin earns a D on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
A+Governance25% of the rating6 of 6 checks met
Checks how the organization is run, from its own Form 990: an independent board majority, a board of five or more, conflict-of-interest, whistleblower and document-retention policies, and independently audited financials. The share of disclosed checks that pass sets the letter. For National Urban League Inc: 6 of 6 checks met earns a A+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
A+Transparency10% of the rating5 of 5 disclosure signals
Counts five disclosure signals: a recent filing, a mission statement, program descriptions, a listed website, and the full expense breakdown. More disclosure, better letter. For National Urban League Inc: 5 of 5 disclosure signals earns a A+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
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Mission
Enable african-american and other underserved urban residents to secure economic self-reliance, parity, power and civil rights.
What they do
Civic engagement and leadership empowerment encourage all people to take an active role in improving quality of life through participation in community service projects and public policy initiatives.
Education and youth empowerment ensure the education of all children by providing access to early childhood literacy, after-school programs and college preparation.
Health and quality of life empowerment encourages all people to take an active role in improving their wellness and quality of life through participation in preventative measures, health literacy programs, community service projects, and public policy initiatives.
Contact & location
- Address
- 117 W 125th St 3rd Floor, New York, NY, 10027
- City
- New York
- State
- New York
- Category
- Human Services
- Subcategory
- Human Service Organizations
- Phone
- …
- Website
- …
Financial trends
Revenue grew from $50.2M (FY2013) to $87.1M (FY2024) across 12 reported years.
Financial snapshot
Financial health & position (FY2024)
Liabilities $48.0MNet assets $232.5M
Operating margin
-25.3%
Spent more than it raised in the latest fiscal year.
Total assets
$280.5M
Total liabilities
$48.0M
Net assets
$232.5M
Salaries & benefits
$20.6M
19% of expenses
Board members
43
42 independent
Financials by year
| Fiscal year | Revenue | Expenses | Net assets | Total assets | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $87,105,001▲4.4% | $109,134,752▲7.5% | $232,527,106▼8.8% | $280,533,912▼12.0% | 990 |
| 2023 | $83,414,331▼0.1% | $101,513,953▲4.3% | $254,972,051▼4.7% | $318,663,861▼5.5% | 990 |
| 2022 | $83,459,158▼22.3% | $97,289,239▲48.8% | $267,429,214▼7.7% | $337,368,192▼6.6% | 990 |
| 2021 | $107,429,202▼57.2% | $65,384,383▲25.2% | $289,842,485▲20.6% | $361,235,155▲25.7% | 990 |
| 2020 | $251,088,239▲386% | $52,244,003▲3.0% | $240,246,330▲460% | $287,490,750▲369% | 990 |
| 2019 | $51,653,803▲3.4% | $50,720,561▼11.2% | $42,893,605▲8.1% | $61,301,103▲3.8% | 990 |
| 2018 | $49,970,121▼16.1% | $57,130,059▼0.7% | $39,690,514▼19.8% | $59,044,341▼14.3% | 990 |
| 2017 | $59,589,175▲12.2% | $57,546,127▲20.8% | $49,474,223▲7.2% | $68,911,177▲16.6% | 990 |
| 2016 | $53,093,389▲3.5% | $47,626,361▲4.2% | $46,132,681▲13.8% | $59,114,091▲11.8% | 990 |
| 2015 | $51,303,818▲0.4% | $45,691,899▼8.2% | $40,535,966▲9.4% | $52,872,433▲9.2% | 990 |
| 2014 | $51,088,404▲1.7% | $49,782,609▲3.4% | $37,037,041▼1.0% | $48,410,666▲0.5% | 990 |
| 2013 | $50,225,783 | $48,165,081▲1.9% | $37,413,344▲23.7% | $48,152,607▲3.2% | 990 |
| 2012 | — | $47,257,519▼1.6% | $30,247,590▲5.9% | $46,644,943▲2.7% | 990 |
| 2011 | — | $48,049,292▼9.8% | $28,560,155▼13.4% | $45,425,678▼3.5% | 990 |
| 2010 | — | $53,283,537 | $32,971,876 | $47,065,280 | 990 |
Original Form 990 PDFs (the Form column) are served by ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer, as filed with the IRS. Create a free account to download the CSV report.
Leadership & compensation (FY2024)
Highest-paid: Marc H Morial — $1,265,742 (1.16% of total expenses)
| Name | Title | Hours/week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marc H Morial | President and Ceo | 40 | $1,265,742 |
| Dennis Serrette | Evp/coo, P'ship & Advancement | 40 | $492,071 |
| Sidney H Evans | Svp/cfo | 40 | $466,836 |
| Danielle C Daughtry | Svp & General Counsel | 40 | $357,962 |
| Rhonda Spears Bell | Svp of Marketing/communication | 40 | $344,975 |
| Wanda Jackson | Svp of Talent Management | 40 | $325,657 |
| Angela R Simmons-smith | Trustee | 1 | — |
| Barry C Mccarthy | Trustee | 1 | — |
| Bobby Scott | Trustee | 1 | — |
| Brian Lamb | Trustee | 1 | — |
| Candi Castleberry | Trustee | 1 | — |
| Cassie Lee | Trustee | 1 | — |
| Cd Glin | Trustee | 1 | — |
| Chris Winfrey | Trustee | 1 | — |
| Cynthia Mullins | Trustee - Until October 2024 | 1 | — |
| Darren Jones | Trustee | 1 | — |
| David G Clunie | Trustee | 1 | — |
| David S Huntley | Trustee - Until October 2024 | 1 | — |
| Donna Epps | Secretary | 1 | — |
| Donna Morris | Trustee - Until October 2024 | 1 | — |
Top vendors & contractors (FY2024)
| Contractor | Services | Paid |
|---|---|---|
| Community Counseling Service Co LLC | Fundraising Services | $853,319 |
| The Nucleus Group LLC | Media Services | $786,151 |
| Faircom LLC | Fundraising Services | $583,026 |
| Untuck LLC | Graphic Design Services | $366,415 |
| True Mme LLC | Digital/photography Services | $342,330 |
Grants received · $55.7M total
204 grants to National Urban League Inc totaling $55.7M, reported by foundations on their Schedule I filings — showing the 15 most recent.
| Grantmaker | Purpose | Year | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| American Online Giving Foundation Inc | General support | 2024 | $1,486,886 |
| Charities Aid Foundation America | Charitable donation | 2024 | $736,964 |
| Winston-salem Foundation | 1 grant(s) for varying purposes | 2024 | $500,000 |
| Amalgamated Charitable Foundation Inc | General operating support | 2024 | $60,000 |
| AARP | Sponsorship of annual conference | 2024 | $50,000 |
| Amalgamated Charitable Foundation Inc | General operating support | 2024 | $47,400 |
| Ayco Charitable Foundation | Community & human services | 2024 | $35,600 |
| Columbus Foundation | Neighborhood | 2024 | $25,000 |
| Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America | General contribution | 2024 | $25,000 |
| National Association of Broadcasters | General support | 2024 | $25,000 |
| Austin Community Foundation | Human services | 2024 | $20,000 |
| T Rowe Price Program For Charitable Giving Inc | Multiple | 2024 | $16,616 |
| National Football League Foundation | General support | 2024 | $15,000 |
| United Way Miami Inc | General support | 2024 | $12,380 |
| Give Back Foundation | Program support | 2024 | $11,339 |
Grants made · $54.8M in FY2024
254 grants totaling $54.8M in FY2024 — showing the 15 largest. All grants made by National Urban League Inc →
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Urban League of Westchester Inc | See part iv | $2,607,866 |
| Urban League of Essex County | See part iv | $2,451,800 |
| Detroit Urban League | See part iv | $2,158,114 |
| Urban League of Palm Beach County Inc | See part iv | $2,109,130 |
| Pinellas County Urban League Inc | See part iv | $1,990,344 |
| Louisville Urban League | See part iv | $1,662,017 |
| The Urban League of Greater Atlanta Inc | See part iv | $1,275,104 |
| Indianapolis Urban League Inc | See part iv | $1,252,455 |
| Urban League of Greater Pittsburgh | See part iv | $1,245,771 |
| Chicago Urban League | See part iv | $1,102,217 |
| Martindale-brightwood Community Development Corporation | Direct grants to small businesses | $1,055,000 |
| Houston Area Urban League Inc | See part iv | $874,520 |
| Urban League of Louisiana | See part iv | $807,527 |
| Austin Area Urban League Inc | See part iv | $774,068 |
| Buffalo Urban League Inc | See part iv | $752,456 |
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Frequently asked questions
- Is National Urban League Inc a legitimate nonprofit?
- Yes. National Urban League Inc is a 501(c)(3) organization registered with the U.S. Internal Revenue Service under EIN 13-1840489, based in New York, New York. Donations are tax-deductible.
- What is National Urban League Inc's EIN?
- National Urban League Inc's Employer Identification Number (EIN) is 13-1840489.
- How much revenue does National Urban League Inc report?
- National Urban League Inc reported $87,105,001 in total revenue on its fiscal year 2024 IRS Form 990 filing.
- How much of National Urban League Inc's spending goes to programs?
- National Urban League Inc spends about 83% of its total expenses on programs, based on its latest IRS Form 990.
- What financial grade does National Urban League Inc have?
- CharityIndex grades National Urban League Inc C+, based on program efficiency and fundraising cost.
- How much does National Urban League Inc's highest-paid employee make?
- The highest reported compensation on National Urban League Inc's latest Form 990 is $1,265,742, paid to Marc H Morial (President and Ceo).
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Data for National Urban League Inc (EIN 13-1840489) comes from the IRS Business Master File and e-filed Form 990 returns, via CharityIndex. Figures reflect what the organization reported to the IRS for each fiscal year.