COUNCIL FOR THE ADVANCEMENT OF SCIENCE WRITING INC

EIN: 131953314 501(c)(3) Science & Technology

SEATTLE, WA

Total Revenue
$757,415
Total Expenses
$732,041
Total Assets
$2,083,592
Net Assets
$1,970,929
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Organization Details

Formation Year
1959
Legal Domicile
WA
Principal Officer
MEAGHAN PARKER
Phone
2068800177
Tax Period
2024-01-01 to 2024-12-31

COUNCIL FOR THE ADVANCEMENT OF SCIENCE WRITING INC, founded in 1959, is a small nonprofit in the Science & Technology sector that reported $757K in total revenue in fiscal year 2024. Revenue surged 30% from the prior year, signaling strong growth momentum. Expenses of $732K left a modest 3% surplus.

Mission

TO IMPROVE THE QUALITY AND QUANTITY OF SCIENCE NEWS REACHING THE PUBLIC.

Program Service Accomplishments

Program 1
Expenses: $189,262 Revenue: $57,246

NEW HORIZONS IN SCIENCE: Launched in 1963, CASWs oldest program provides science writers an annual look over the horizons of scientific research and an expert analysis of important issues at the...

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NEW HORIZONS IN SCIENCE: Launched in 1963, CASWs oldest program provides science writers an annual look over the horizons of scientific research and an expert analysis of important issues at the interface of science, journalism, and society. Once a standalone event, New Horizons is now part of the ScienceWriters conference co-organized by CASW and the National Association of Science Writers.

Program 2
Expenses: $145,045 Revenue: $0

THE NATIONAL SCIENCE-HEALTH-ENVIRONMENT REPORTING FELLOWSHIPS The program is intended to support early-career journalists who are pursuing or have a strong interest in pursuing careers reporting on...

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THE NATIONAL SCIENCE-HEALTH-ENVIRONMENT REPORTING FELLOWSHIPS The program is intended to support early-career journalists who are pursuing or have a strong interest in pursuing careers reporting on science, health, or environmental issues (or all three). The fellowship is designed to enable fellows to maintain their regular employment while attending concentrated training opportunities across the country, many of which will lead to stories for their employer or clients. Fellowship leaders and mentors will provide support and guidance through seminars, calls and e-mail consultations.

Program 3
Expenses: $69,413 Revenue: $0

CASW CONNECTOR: CASW Connector is an online library of curated resources for science journalism and communication that launched in July 2023. In addition to a searchable website of resource links...

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CASW CONNECTOR: CASW Connector is an online library of curated resources for science journalism and communication that launched in July 2023. In addition to a searchable website of resource links, Connector keeps science writers connected and informed through a newsletter and periodic virtual Connector Chats.

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Liquidity (40%) • Solvency (30%) • Sustainability (20%) • Efficiency (10%)

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Financial Overview (2024)

Revenue Breakdown

Contributions & Grants $593,788
Program Service Revenue $95,085
Investment Income $68,542
Other Revenue $0
TOTAL REVENUE $757,415

Expense Breakdown

Grants Paid $214,852
Salaries & Benefits $194,293
Fundraising Expenses $8,739
Program Expenses $619,349
Other Expenses $322,896
TOTAL EXPENSES $732,041

Year-over-Year Comparison

2024 2023 Change
Revenue $757,415 $584,244 +0.3%
Expenses $732,041 $511,008 +0.4%
Net Income $25,374 $73,236 -0.7%
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Grants to Organizations Grants to Individuals Lobbying Political Activity Foreign Activities Donor Advised Fund Schedule B Required
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Governance

Voting Members
16
Independent Members
16
Employees
4
Volunteers
50

Governance Policies

Conflict of Interest Policy
Whistleblower Policy
Document Retention Policy

Special Practices & Reported Activities

Operated a School
Operated a Hospital
Provided First Class Travel
Reported Conflict of Interest
Reported Asset Diversion
Excess Benefit Transaction
Made Political Expenditures
Engaged in Lobbying
Operated Donor Advised Fund
Maintained Art Collections
Filed Form 720

Compensation of Officers, Directors & Key Employees

Total Officers
6
$135,123
Total Directors
16
$0
Key Employees
0
$0
Highest Compensated
0
reported
Name Title Hours/Week Role Reportable Comp Other Comp Total
ROSALIND REID EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR (RESIGNED SEPT 2024) 32.00
Officer
$108,343 $0 $108,343
MEAGHAN PARKER EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR (STARTED OCT 2024) 32.00
Officer
$26,780 $0 $26,780
ROBIN LLOYD PRESIDENT 2.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
CHRISTIE ASCHWANDEN VICE PRESIDENT 2.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
BETSY MASON SECRETARY 2.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
ASHLEY SMART TREASURER 2.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
RICHARD HARRIS DIRECTOR 2.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
ALAN BOYLE DIRECTOR 2.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
DEBORAH BLUM DIRECTOR 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
BILL KEARNEY DIRECTOR 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
MAGGIE KOERTH DIRECTOR 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
CELESTE LeCOMPTE DIRECTOR 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
DEBBIE PONCHNER DIRECTOR 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
CZERNE REID DIRECTOR 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
CRISTINE RUSSELL DIRECTOR 2.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
DAN VERGANO DIRECTOR 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
KEN TREVETT DIRECTOR 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
RICHARD STONE DIRECTOR 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Note: Compensation data is self-reported by the organization on their Form 990. "Reportable Comp" includes salary, bonuses, and other reportable compensation from the organization and related organizations. "Other Comp" includes benefits, deferred compensation, and non-taxable benefits.

Historical Data

Year Revenue Expenses Assets Net Income
2024 $757,415 $732,041 $2,083,592 $25,374
2023 $584,244 $511,008 $1,794,727 $73,236
2022 $556,073 $688,373 $1,717,544 $-132,300
2021 $1,147,107 $441,121 $2,112,272 $705,986
2020 $275,680 $278,598 $1,313,304 $-2,918
2019 $395,641 $431,432 $1,101,303 $-35,791
2018 $286,250 $434,978 $1,000,383 $-148,728
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