Fair Trade Federation

EIN: 521907350

Lancaster, PA

Total Revenue
$339,705
Total Expenses
$362,349
Total Assets
$182,511
Net Assets
$102,886
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Organization Details

Formation Year
1994
Legal Domicile
PA
Principal Officer
Chris Solt
Phone
3026555203
Tax Period
2023-01-01 to 2023-12-31

Fair Trade Federation, founded in 1994, is a small nonprofit that reported $340K in total revenue in fiscal year 2023. Revenue surged 30% from the prior year, signaling strong growth momentum.

Mission

The FTF is a trade association of fair trade enterprises fully committed to equitable and sustainable trading partnerships. We strengthen and support our members in order to grow the global movement of trade that values the health of the planet and the labor, dignity and equality of all people.

Program Service Accomplishments

Program 1
Expenses: $133,075 Revenue: $100,800

The Fair Trade Federation Annual Conference and Expo is an annual gathering of around 250 employees, owners, and advocates from over 150 fair trade wholesalers, retailers, and organizations from the...

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The Fair Trade Federation Annual Conference and Expo is an annual gathering of around 250 employees, owners, and advocates from over 150 fair trade wholesalers, retailers, and organizations from the US, Canada, Europe, and more. The event not only connected fair trade enterprises to create authentic business relationships, but helped drive sales and build capacity to be successful in an increasingly challenging and competitive marketplace. Highlights included keynote speeches from leaders in fair trade, breakout sessions regarding business tools and fair trade topics, as well as a fair trade expo, which is a wholesale showcase of beautiful products from around 50 verified fair trade enterprises.

Program 2
Expenses: $13,307 Revenue: $0

FTF Member Hub The FTF Member Hub serves as a forum for all FTF members to connect, exchange ideas, and communicate/develop the impact of their work. The Member Hub also facilitates the exchange of...

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FTF Member Hub The FTF Member Hub serves as a forum for all FTF members to connect, exchange ideas, and communicate/develop the impact of their work. The Member Hub also facilitates the exchange of practical advice to help develop and grow their fair trade enterprises. In 2023, the Federation switched platforms for the FTF Member Hib from Slack to Circle, allowing for more functionality including courses, streaming, and document access.

Program 3
Expenses: $106,461 Revenue: $0

Membership Verification The backbone of the Fair Trade Federations work is the verification of fair trade practices of both new members and all current members, which provides a mark of trust for...

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Membership Verification The backbone of the Fair Trade Federations work is the verification of fair trade practices of both new members and all current members, which provides a mark of trust for their products in the marketplace. Using the FTFs code of practice as a guide, applicants are screened against all 9 fair trade principles. Existing members are reverified annually, assuring their practices are meeting the standards set in the code of practice, and continued improvement over time.

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

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Financial Overview (2023)

Revenue Breakdown

Contributions & Grants $0
Program Service Revenue $335,126
Investment Income $390
Other Revenue $4,189
TOTAL REVENUE $339,705

Expense Breakdown

Grants Paid $0
Salaries & Benefits $212,509
Fundraising Expenses $19,397
Program Expenses $266,150
Other Expenses $149,840
TOTAL EXPENSES $362,349

Year-over-Year Comparison

2023 2022 Change
Revenue $339,705 $261,752 +0.3%
Expenses $362,349 $290,490 +0.2%
Net Income $-22,644 $-28,738 -0.2%
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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
11
Independent Members
11
Employees
4
Volunteers
N/A

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
4
$0
Total Directors
11
$0
Key Employees
0
$0
Highest Compensated
0
reported
Name Title Hours/Week Role Reportable Comp Other Comp Total
Joy McBrien Board Chair 4.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
Lindsay Woodruff Vice Chair 4.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
Shelly Tennyson Treasurer 4.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
Jessica McIntyre Secretary 4.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
Hala Scandar Board of Directors 3.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Stephanie Harrison Board of Directors 3.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Margaret Clines Board of Directors 3.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Paul Bain Board of Directors 3.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Sarah Culler Board of Directors 3.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Zelipah Githui Board of Directors 3.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Jessica Ray Board of Directors 3.00
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
2025 No data No data No data No data
2024 No data No data No data No data
2023 $339,705 $362,349 $182,511 $-22,644
2022 $261,752 $290,490 $190,590 $-28,738
2021 $316,982 $284,505 $192,559 $32,477
2020 $221,552 $240,463 $157,343 $-18,911
2019 $350,812 $361,842 $128,014 $-11,030
2018 $349,502 $356,249 $195,290 $-6,747
2017 $333,052 $374,414 $151,659 $-41,362
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