The Just Trust For Action
98% goes to programs Strong reserves Declining revenue
The Just Trust For Action is a 501(c)(4) organization based in Durham, North Carolina, registered in 2023, with $2,659,898 in FY2024 revenue. CharityIndex grades it C, and it directs about 98% of spending to programs.
2530 Meridian Pkwy Ste 300, Durham, NC, 27713 EIN 87-1260974 Since 2023
Revenue (FY2024)
$2.7M
▼ 9.4% vs prior year
Crime & Legal median: $309K
Expenses (FY2024)
$17.3M
Net assets
$53.6M
Employees
0
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 →A+Program efficiency40% of the rating98% to programs
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 The Just Trust For Action: 98% to programs earns a A+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
FFinancial health25% of the rating37 mo reserves · -549% 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 The Just Trust For Action: 37 mo reserves · -549% margin earns a F on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
AGovernance25% of the rating5 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 The Just Trust For Action: 5 of 6 checks met earns a A on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
ATransparency10% of the rating4 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 The Just Trust For Action: 4 of 5 disclosure signals earns a A on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
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Mission
The just trust for action (tjtfa) is dedicated to working to change policy and culture in all 50 states.
Contact & location
- Address
- 2530 Meridian Pkwy Ste 300, Durham, NC, 27713
- City
- Durham
- State
- North Carolina
- Category
- Crime & Legal-Related
- Subcategory
- Alliances, Advocacy & Professional Societies
- Phone
- …
- Website
- …
Financial trends
Revenue declined from $109.9M (FY2021) to $2.7M (FY2024) across 4 reported years.
Financial snapshot
Financial health & position (FY2024)
Liabilities $3.4MNet assets $53.6M
Operating margin
-548.6%
Spent more than it raised in the latest fiscal year.
Total assets
$57.0M
Total liabilities
$3.4M
Net assets
$53.6M
Salaries & benefits
$0
0% of expenses
Board members
3
3 independent
Financials by year
| Fiscal year | Revenue | Expenses | Net assets | Total assets | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,659,898▼9.4% | $17,253,007▼24.4% | $53,591,053▼21.4% | $56,968,972▼17.5% | 990 |
| 2023 | $2,935,851 | $22,812,285▲5.9% | $68,184,162▼22.6% | $69,064,381▼22.6% | 990 |
| 2022 | $0▼100% | $21,549,327▲7329% | $88,060,596▼19.7% | $89,222,270▼18.8% | 990 |
| 2021 | $109,900,000 | $290,077 | $109,609,923 | $109,893,082 | 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)
| Name | Title | Hours/week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ana Zamora | Executive Director | 9 | — |
| David Plouffe | Board Chair | 1 | — |
| Jenny Kim | Board Director, Secretary | 1 | — |
| John Baileyterm Began Oct 2024 | Board Director, Treasurer | 1 | — |
| Kevin Maddenterm Ended Oct 2024 | Board Director, Treasurer | 1 | — |
Top vendors & contractors (FY2024)
| Contractor | Services | Paid |
|---|---|---|
| Gradient Metrics LLC | Messaging Research | $401,826 |
| Granite Public Affairs | Political and Communications Consultant | $167,943 |
Grants received · $83.7M total
4 grants to The Just Trust For Action totaling $83.7M, reported by foundations on their Schedule I filings.
| Grantmaker | Purpose | Year | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chan Zuckerberg Initiative Advocacy | General operating support | 2024 | $26,250,000 |
| Chan Zuckerberg Initiative Advocacy | General operating support | 2023 | $26,250,000 |
| Chan Zuckerberg Initiative Advocacy | General operating support | 2022 | $26,250,000 |
| Chan Zuckerberg Initiative Advocacy | General operating support | 2021 | $4,900,000 |
Grants made · $15.8M in FY2024
24 grants totaling $15.8M in FY2024 — showing the 15 largest. All grants made by The Just Trust For Action →
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Fwd Us Inc | Project support for criminal justice reform advocacy | $5,000,000 |
| American Civil Liberties Union Inc | Project support for criminal justice reform advocacy | $3,000,000 |
| Alliance For Safety and Justice Action Fund | General operating support | $3,000,000 |
| Drug Policy Action | General operating support | $1,500,000 |
| Vera Action Inc | Project support for criminal justice reform advocacy | $750,000 |
| Families Against Mandatory Minimums | General operating support | $500,000 |
| Rebuild the Dream | Project support for criminal justice reform advocacy | $300,000 |
| Stand For Children Inc | Project support for criminal justice reform advocacy | $300,000 |
| American Civil Liberties Union | Project support for criminal justice reform advocacy | $200,000 |
| Justice Research Group | Project support for criminal justice reform advocacy | $200,000 |
| Empower Ms | Project support for criminal justice reform advocacy | $200,000 |
| American Civil Liberties Union | Project support for criminal justice reform advocacy | $100,000 |
| American Civil Liberties Union | Project support for criminal justice reform advocacy | $100,000 |
| American Conservative Union | Project support for criminal justice reform advocacy | $100,000 |
| Alliance For Safety and Justice Action Fund | Contribution for for criminal justice reform advocacy | $100,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
- Is The Just Trust For Action a legitimate nonprofit?
- Yes. The Just Trust For Action is a 501(c)(4) organization registered with the U.S. Internal Revenue Service under EIN 87-1260974, based in Durham, North Carolina.
- What is The Just Trust For Action's EIN?
- The Just Trust For Action's Employer Identification Number (EIN) is 87-1260974.
- How much revenue does The Just Trust For Action report?
- The Just Trust For Action reported $2,659,898 in total revenue on its fiscal year 2024 IRS Form 990 filing.
- How much of The Just Trust For Action's spending goes to programs?
- The Just Trust For Action spends about 98% of its total expenses on programs, based on its latest IRS Form 990.
- What financial grade does The Just Trust For Action have?
- CharityIndex grades The Just Trust For Action C, based on program efficiency and fundraising cost.
- How much does The Just Trust For Action's highest-paid employee make?
- The highest reported compensation on The Just Trust For Action's latest Form 990 is $0, paid to Ana Zamora (Executive Director).
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Data for The Just Trust For Action (EIN 87-1260974) 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.