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Form 990 (2014) Statement of Program Service Accomplishments Part IIICheck if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part III A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A

1 Briefly describe the organization's mission:

2 Did the organization undertake any significant program services during the year which were not listed on theprior Form 990 or 990-EZ? Yes NoA A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A AIf "Yes," describe these new services on Schedule O.

3 Did the organization cease conducting, or make significant changes in how it conducts, any programservices? Yes NoA A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A AIf "Yes," describe these changes on Schedule O.

4 Describe the organization's program service accomplishments for each of its three largest program services, as measured byexpenses. Section 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations are required to report the amount of grants and allocations to others,the total expenses, and revenue, if any, for each program service reported.

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4d Other program services (Describe in Schedule O.)(Expenses $ including grants of $ ) (Revenue $ )*4e Total program service expenses

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FREEDOM PARTNERS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE ADVANCES ITS MEMBERS' COMMONPROMOTING ECONOMIC FREEDOM AND IMPROVING BUSINESS CONDITIONS IN THEINCREASING OPPORTUNITY, INNOVATION, AND PROSPERITY FOR ALL AMERICANS.(SEE SCHEDULE O)

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SUPPORTED BROAD-BASED COALITIONS TO ADVANCE FREE MARKETS AND A FREESOCIETY.

EDUCATED THE PUBLIC AND CONDUCTED PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS TO INCREASETHE LEVEL OF PUBLIC DEBATE ABOUT KEY ISSUES AFFECTING AMERICANBUSINESS, ECONOMIC INNOVATION, COMPETITIVENESS, AND THE ROLE OFGOVERNMENT IN A FREE SOCIETY.

CONDUCTED RESEARCH AND POLLING ON VARIOUS POLICIES AND PROPOSALSAFFECTING THE COMMON BUSINESS INTERESTS OF ITS MEMBERS TOEFFECTIVELY PRESENT THE AMERICAN PUBLIC AND POLICY MAKERS WITHREASONED ALTERNATIVES AND POSITIVE POLICY SUGGESTIONS THAT WILLPROMOTE INNOVATION AND IMPROVE BUSINESS CONDITIONS FOR ITSMEMBERS.

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PROMOTING ECONOMIC FREEDOM AND IMPROVING BUSINESS CONDITIONS IN THE UNITED STATES, THEREBYFREEDOM PARTNERS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE ADVANCES ITS MEMBERS' COMMON BUSINESS INTERESTS BY

Form 990 (2014) Checklist of Required Schedules Part IV

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Did the organization report an amount for land, buildings, and equipment in Part X, line 10? If "Yes,"complete Schedule D, Part VI A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A ADid the organization report an amount for investments-other securities in Part X, line 12 that is 5% or moreof its total assets reported in Part X, line 16? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part VII A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A ADid the organization report an amount for investments-program related in Part X, line 13 that is 5% or moreof its total assets reported in Part X, line 16? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part VIII A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A ADid the organization report an amount for other assets in Part X, line 15 that is 5% or more of its total assetsreported in Part X, line 16? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part IX A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A ADid the organization report an amount for other liabilities in Part X, line 25? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part XDid the organization’s separate or consolidated financial statements for the tax year include a footnote that addressesthe organization's liability for uncertain tax positions under FIN 48 (ASC 740)? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part X A A A A A ADid the organization obtain separate, independent audited financial statements for the tax year? If "Yes,"complete Schedule D, Parts XI and XII A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A

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Was the organization included in consolidated, independent audited financial statements for the tax year? If "Yes," and ifthe organization answered "No" to line 12a, then completing Schedule D, Parts XI and XII is optional A A A A A A A A A A A A A AIs the organization a school described in section 170(b)(1)(A)(ii)? If "Yes," complete Schedule E A A A A A A A A A A ADid the organization maintain an office, employees, or agents outside of the United States? A A A A A A A A A A A ADid 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 aggregateforeign investments valued at $100,000 or more? If "Yes," complete Schedule F, Parts I and IV A A A A A A A A A A ADid the organization report on Part IX, column (A), line 3, more than $5,000 of grants or other assistance to orfor any foreign organization? If "Yes," complete Schedule F, Parts II and IV A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A ADid the organization report on Part IX, column (A), line 3, more than $5,000 of aggregate grants or otherassistance to or for foreign individuals? If "Yes," complete Schedule F, Parts III and IV A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A ADid the organization report a total of more than $15,000 of expenses for professional fundraising services onPart IX, column (A), lines 6 and 11e? If "Yes," complete Schedule G, Part I (see instructions) A A A A A A A A A A A A ADid the organization report more than $15,000 total of fundraising event gross income and contributions onPart VIII, lines 1c and 8a? If "Yes," complete Schedule G, Part II A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A ADid the organization report more than $15,000 of gross income from gaming activities on Part VIII, line 9a?If "Yes," complete Schedule G, Part III A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A ADid the organization operate one or more hospital facilities? If "Yes," complete Schedule HIf "Yes" to line 20a, did the organization attach a copy of its audited financial statements to this return?

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Section 501(c)(3), 501(c)(4), and 501(c)(29) organizations. Did the organization engage in an excess benefittransaction with a disqualified person during the year? If “Yes,” complete Schedule L, Part I A A A A A A A A A A A AIs the organization aware that it engaged in an excess benefit transaction with a disqualified person in a prioryear, and that the transaction has not been reported on any of the organization's prior Forms 990 or 990-EZ?If "Yes," complete Schedule L, Part I A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A ADid the organization report any amount on Part X, line 5, 6, or 22 for receivables from or payables to anycurrent or former officers, directors, trustees, key employees, highest compensated employees, ordisqualified persons? If "Yes," complete Schedule L, Part II A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A ADid 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% controlledentity or family member of any of these persons? If "Yes," complete Schedule L, Part III A A A A A A A A A A A A A A AWas 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 IV A A A A A A AA family member of a current or former officer, director, trustee, or key employee? If "Yes," completeSchedule L, Part IV A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A AAn 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 L, Part IVA A A A A A A A ADid the organization receive more than $25,000 in non-cash contributions? If "Yes," complete Schedule M A A A ADid the organization receive contributions of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets, or qualifiedconservation contributions? If "Yes," complete Schedule M A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A ADid the organization liquidate, terminate, or dissolve and cease operations? If "Yes," complete Schedule N,Part I A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A ADid the organization sell, exchange, dispose of, or transfer more than 25% of its net assets? If "Yes,"complete Schedule N, Part II A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A ADid the organization own 100% of an entity disregarded as separate from the organization under Regulationssections 301.7701-2 and 301.7701-3? If "Yes," complete Schedule R, Part I A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A AWas the organization related to any tax-exempt or taxable entity? If "Yes," complete Schedule R, Part II, III,or IV, and Part V, line 1 A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A ADid the organization have a controlled entity within the meaning of section 512(b)(13)?a

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If "Yes" to line 35a, did the organization receive any payment from or engage in any transaction with acontrolled entity within the meaning of section 512(b)(13)? If "Yes," complete Schedule R, Part V, line 2 A A A A ASection 501(c)(3) organizations. Did the organization make any transfers to an exempt non-charitablerelated organization? If "Yes," complete Schedule R, Part V, line 2 A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A ADid the organization conduct more than 5% of its activities through an entity that is not a related organizationand that is treated as a partnership for federal income tax purposes? If "Yes," complete Schedule R,Part VI A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A AA A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A ADid the organization complete Schedule O and provide explanations in Schedule O for Part VI, lines 11b and19? Note. All Form 990 filers are required to complete Schedule O A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A

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Form 990 (2014) Statements Regarding Other IRS Filings and Tax ComplianceCheck if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part V

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A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A AEnter the number of employees reported on Form W-3, Transmittal of Wage and TaxStatements, filed for the calendar year ending with or within the year covered by this return AIf 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 greater than 250, you may be required to e-file (see instructions) A A A A A A ADid the organization have unrelated business gross income of $1,000 or more during the year? A A A A A A A A A AIf "Yes," has it filed a Form 990-T for this year? If "No" to line 3b, provide an explanation in Schedule O A A A A A A AAt any time during the calendar year, did the organization have an interest in, or a signature or other authorityover, a financial account in a foreign country (such as a bank account, securities account, or other financialaccount)? A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A*If “Yes,” enter the name of the foreign country:See instructions for filing requirements for FinCEN Form 114, Report of Foreign Bank and Financial Accounts(FBAR).Was the organization a party to a prohibited tax shelter transaction at any time during the tax year? A A A A A A A ADid any taxable party notify the organization that it was or is a party to a prohibited tax shelter transaction?If "Yes" to line 5a or 5b, did the organization file Form 8886-T? A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A ADoes the organization have annual gross receipts that are normally greater than $100,000, and did theorganization solicit any contributions that were not tax deductible as charitable contributions? A A A A A A A A A A AIf "Yes," did the organization include with every solicitation an express statement that such contributions orgifts were not tax deductible? A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A AOrganizations that may receive deductible contributions under section 170(c).Did the organization receive a payment in excess of $75 made partly as a contribution and partly for goodsand services provided to the payor? A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A AIf "Yes," did the organization notify the donor of the value of the goods or services provided? A A A A A A A A A A A ADid the organization sell, exchange, or otherwise dispose of tangible personal property for which it wasrequired to file Form 8282? A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A AIf "Yes," indicate the number of Forms 8282 filed during the year A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A ADid the organization receive any funds, directly or indirectly, to pay premiums on a personal benefit contract?Did the organization, during the year, pay premiums, directly or indirectly, on a personal benefit contract? A A A A AIf the organization received a contribution of qualified intellectual property, did the organization file Form 8899 as required?If the organization received a contribution of cars, boats, airplanes, or other vehicles, did the organization file a Form 1098-C?Sponsoring organizations maintaining donor advised funds. Did a donor advised fund maintained by thesponsoring organization have excess business holdings at any time during the year? A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A ASponsoring organizations maintaining donor advised funds.Did the sponsoring organization make any taxable distributions under section 4966?Did the sponsoring organization make a distribution to a donor, donor advisor, or related person?Section 501(c)(7) organizations. Enter:Initiation fees and capital contributions included on Part VIII, line 12Gross receipts, included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 12, for public use of club facilitiesSection 501(c)(12) organizations. Enter:Gross income from members or shareholders

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A A A A A A A A A A A A A AA A A AA A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A AGross income from other sources (Do not net amounts due or paid to other sourcesagainst amounts due or received from them.) A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A ASection 4947(a)(1) non-exempt charitable trusts. Is the organization filing Form 990 in lieu of Form 1041?If "Yes," enter the amount of tax-exempt interest received or accrued during the year A A A A ASection 501(c)(29) qualified nonprofit health insurance issuers.Is the organization licensed to issue qualified health plans in more than one state? A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A ANote. See the instructions for additional information the organization must report on Schedule O.Enter the amount of reserves the organization is required to maintain by the states in whichthe organization is licensed to issue qualified health plans A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A AEnter the amount of reserves on hand A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A ADid the organization receive any payments for indoor tanning services during the tax year? A A A A A A A A A A A A AIf "Yes," has it filed a Form 720 to report these payments? If "No," provide an explanation in Schedule O A A A A A A

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Form 990 (2014) Governance, Management, and Disclosure For each "Yes" response to lines 2 through 7b below, and for a "No" Part VIresponse to line 8a, 8b, or 10b below, describe the circumstances, processes, or changes in Schedule O. See instructions.A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A ACheck if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part VI

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A A A A A AA A A AA A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A ADid the organization have members, stockholders, or other persons who had the power to elect or appointone or more members of the governing body? A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A AAre any governance decisions of the organization reserved to (or subject to approval by) members,stockholders, or persons other than the governing body? A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A ADid the organization contemporaneously document the meetings held or written actions undertaken duringthe year by the following:The governing body?Each committee with authority to act on behalf of the governing body?

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the organization's mailing address? If "Yes," provide the names and addresses in Schedule O A A A A A A A A A A ASection B. Policies (This Section B requests information about policies not required by the Internal Revenue Code.)

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Did the organization have local chapters, branches, or affiliates? A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A AIf "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 purposes? A A AHas the organization provided a complete copy of this Form 990 to all members of its governing body before filing the form? ADescribe in Schedule O the process, if any, used by the organization to review this Form 990.Did the organization have a written conflict of interest policy? If "No," go to line 13 A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A AWere officers, directors, or trustees, and key employees required to disclose annually interests that could giverise to conflicts? A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A ADid the organization regularly and consistently monitor and enforce compliance with the policy? If "Yes,"describe in Schedule O how this was done A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A ADid the organization have a written whistleblower policy?Did the organization have a written document retention and destruction policy?

A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A AA A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A ADid the process for determining compensation of the following persons include a review and approval byindependent persons, comparability data, and contemporaneous substantiation of the deliberation and decision?The organization's CEO, Executive Director, or top management officialOther officers or key employees of the organizationIf "Yes" to line 15a or 15b, describe the process in Schedule O (see instructions).

A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A AA A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A ADid the organization invest in, contribute assets to, or participate in a joint venture or similar arrangementwith a taxable entity during the year? A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A AIf "Yes," did the organization follow a written policy or procedure requiring the organization to evaluate itsparticipation in joint venture arrangements under applicable federal tax law, and take steps to safeguard theorganization's exempt status with respect to such arrangements? A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A

Section C. Disclosure *1718

19

20

List the states with which a copy of this Form 990 is required to be filedSection 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 inspection. Indicate how you made these available. Check all that apply.

Own website Another's website Upon request Other (explain in Schedule O)

Describe in Schedule O whether (and if so, how) the organization made its governing documents, conflict of interest policy, andfinancial statements available to the public during the tax year. *State the name, address, and telephone number of the person who possesses the organization's books and records:

JSA Form 990 (2014)4E1042 1.000


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6

5

X

X X X

X

X

X

XX

X

X

X

X

X

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X X

X

X X

JULIE STRAUSS 2200 WILSON BLVD STE 102-533 ARLINGTON, VA 22201-3324 703-888-2527

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*See Schedule O for detail *

Form 990 (2014) Compensation of Officers, Directors, Trustees, Key Employees, Highest Compensated Employees, andIndependent Contractors

Part VII

Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part VII A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A ASection A. Officers, Directors, Trustees, Key Employees, and Highest Compensated Employees1a Complete this table for all persons required to be listed. Report compensation for the calendar year ending with or within theorganization's tax year.� List all of the organization's current officers, directors, trustees (whether individuals or organizations), regardless of amount ofcompensation. Enter -0- in columns (D), (E), and (F) if no compensation was paid.�� 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 officer, director, trustee, or key employee)who received reportable compensation (Box 5 of Form W-2 and/or Box 7 of Form 1099-MISC) of more than $100,000 from theorganization and any related organizations.�� 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 theorganization, more than $10,000 of reportable compensation from the organization and any related organizations.

List persons in the following order: individual trustees or directors; institutional trustees; officers; key employees; highestcompensated employees; and former such persons.

Check this box if neither the organization nor any related organization compensated any current officer, director, or trustee.

(C)Position

(do not check more than onebox, unless person is both anofficer and a director/trustee)

(A) (B) (D) (E) (F)Name and Title Average

hours perweek (list any

hours for

related

organizations

below dotted

line)

Reportablecompensation

fromthe

organization(W-2/1099-MISC)

Reportablecompensation from

relatedorganizations

(W-2/1099-MISC)

Estimatedamount of

othercompensation

from theorganizationand related

organizations

Individualtrusteeor

director

Institutionaltrustee

Officer

Keyem

ployee

Highestcom

pensatedem

ployee

Former

(1)

(2)

(3)

(4)

(5)

(6)

(7)

(8)

(9)

(10)

(11)

(12)

(13)

(14)

Form 990 (2014)JSA

4E1041 1.000


WAYNE GABLE 1.00DIRECTOR 0 X 0 0 0RICHARD FINK 1.00DIRECTOR 0 X 0 0 0NESTOR WEIGAND JR. 1.00DIRECTOR 0 X 0 0 0KEVIN GENTRY 1.00DIRECTOR 0 X 0 0 0MARK HOLDEN 1.00DIRECTOR 0 X 0 0 0MARC SHORT 50.00DIRECTOR/PRESIDENT 0 X X 759,741. 0 34,460.RICHARD RIBBENTROP 50.00EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR 0 X 241,748. 0 34,348.DANIEL JORJANI 50.00DEP GEN COUNSEL/VP COMPLIANCE 0 X 214,553. 0 28,752.EMILY SEIDEL 50.00CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER 0 X 341,666. 0 28,752.DUSTIN PERRY 50.00CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER 0 X 188,819. 0 25,257.JOSH FISHER 50.00CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER 0 X 214,015. 0 11,902.JULIE STRAUSS 50.00GENERAL COUNSEL AND SECRETARY 0 X 113,386. 0 8,077.HEATHER LOVE 50.00TREASURER 0 X 0 0 0JAMES DAVIS 50.00EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT 0 X 338,242. 0 29,358.

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Form 990 (2014) Section A. Officers, Directors, Trustees, Key Employees, and Highest Compensated Employees (continued) Part VII

(A) (B) (C) (D) (E) (F)Estimatedamount of

othercompensation

from theorganizationand related

organizations

Name and title Averagehours per

week (list anyhours forrelated

organizationsbelow dotted

line)

Position(do not check more than onebox, unless person is both anofficer and a director/trustee)

Reportablecompensation

fromthe

organization(W-2/1099-MISC)

Reportablecompensation from

relatedorganizations

(W-2/1099-MISC)

Individualtrusteeor

director

Institutionaltrustee

Officer

Keyem

ployee

Highestcom

pensatedem

ployee

Former

A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A *1b Sub-total A A A A A A A A A A A A A *c Total from continuation sheets to Part VII, Section AA A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A *d Total (add lines 1b and 1c)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 *Yes No

3 Did the organization list any former officer, director, or trustee, key employee, or highest compensatedemployee on line 1a? If "Yes," complete Schedule J for such individual 3A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A

4 For any individual listed on line 1a, is the sum of reportable compensation and other compensation from theorganization and related organizations greater than $150,000? If “Yes,” complete Schedule J for suchindividual 4A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A

5 Did any person listed on line 1a receive or accrue compensation from any unrelated organization or individualfor services rendered to the organization? If “Yes,” complete Schedule J for such person 5A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A

Section B. Independent Contractors1 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 taxyear.

(A)Name and business address

(B)Description of services

(C)Compensation

2 Total number of independent contractors (including but not limited to those listed above) who receivedmore than $100,000 in compensation from the organization *

JSA Form 990 (2014)4E1055 1.000


( 15) JONATHAN BLACK 50.00DIRECTOR OF RESEARCH 0 X 220,015. 0 27,758.

( 16) MICHAEL LANZARA 50.00VP MEMBER RELATIONS 0 X 487,835. 0 21,838.

( 17) DOUGLAS PILERI 50.00EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT 0 X 382,417. 0 28,346.

( 18) MICHAEL ROMAN 50.00VICE PRESIDENT OF RESEARCH 0 X 268,903. 0 17,474.

2,412,170. 0 200,906.1,359,170. 0 95,416.3,771,340. 0 296,322.

34

X

X

X

DEMETER ANALYTICS SERVICES, INC ARLINGTON, VA 22201 PROFESSIONAL 11,000,000.LUNTZ GLOBAL LLC MANASSAS, VA 20110 MARKET RESEARCH 1,496,879.ARENA COMMUNICATIONS LLC SALT LAKE CITY, UT 84104 DIRECT MAIL 1,350,741.AEGIS STRATEGY LLC ARLINGTON, VA 22201 CONSULTING 1,286,184.ZMD LLC WASHINGTON, DC 20004 EVENTS 1,228,026.

32

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Form 990 (2014) Statement of Revenue Part VIIICheck if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part VIII A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A

(C)Unrelatedbusinessrevenue

(B)Related or

exemptfunctionrevenue

(D)Revenue

excluded from taxunder sections

512-514

(A)Total revenue

1a1b1c1d1e

1f

1abcd

Federated campaignsMembership duesFundraising eventsRelated organizations

A A A A A A A AA A A A A A A A A AA A A A A A A A AA A A A A A A Afe Government grants (contributions)A Ag

2abcd

All other contributions, gifts, grants,

and similar amounts not included above ANoncash contributions included in lines 1a-1f: $

Con

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Gra

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and

Oth

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s

*h Total. Add lines 1a-1f A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A ABusiness Code

fe

6abc

b

c

All other program service revenue A A A A A *g Total. Add lines 2a-2fPro

gram

Serv

ice

Rev

enue

A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A3 Investment income (including dividends, interest,

and other similar amounts) ****

*

***

A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A45

Income from investment of tax-exempt bond proceedsRoyalties

AA A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A(i) Real (ii) Personal

Gross rentsLess: rental expensesRental income or (loss)

A A A A A A A AA A AA Ad Net rental income or (loss) A A A A A A A A A A A A A A

(i) Securities (ii) Other7a Gross amount from sales ofassets other than inventory

Less: cost or other basisand sales expensesGain or (loss)

A A A AA A A A A A Ad Net gain or (loss) A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A

8a

b

9a

b

10a

b

11abcde

Gross income from fundraisingevents (not including $of contributions reported on line 1c).See Part IV, line 18Less: direct expenses

A A A A A A A A A A A ab

ab

ab

A A A A A A A A A Ac Net income or (loss) from fundraising events A A A A A A AO

ther

Rev

enue

Gross income from gaming activities.See Part IV, line 19 A A A A A A A A A A ALess: direct expenses A A A A A A A A A A

c Net income or (loss) from gaming activities A A A A A A AGross sales of inventory, lessreturns and allowances A A A A A A A A ALess: cost of goods sold A A A A A A A A A

c Net income or (loss) from sales of inventory A A A A A A A AMiscellaneous Revenue Business Code

All other revenueTotal. Add lines 11a-11d

A A A A A A A A A A A A A *A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A *12 Total revenue. See instructions A A A A A A A A A A A A AForm 990 (2014)JSA

4E1051 1.000


1,310,321.

84,721.

1,310,321.

MEMBERSHIP DUES 900099 124,946,972. 124,946,972.

124,946,972.

2,237. 2,237.

0

0

0

496,870.

499,708.

-2,838.

-2,838. -2,838.

0

0

0

EXPENSE REIMBURSEMENTS 900099 91,898. 91,898.

EQUIPMENT REFUNDS 900099 28,178. 28,178.

CREDIT CARD REBATES 900099 2,121. 2,121.

122,197.

126,378,889. 124,946,972. 121,596.

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Form 990 (2014) Statement of Functional Expenses Part IX

Section 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations must complete all columns. All other organizations must complete column (A).Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part IX A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A

(A) (B) (C) (D)Do not include amounts reported on lines 6b, 7b,8b, 9b, and 10b of Part VIII.

Total expenses Program serviceexpenses

Management andgeneral expenses

Fundraisingexpenses

1 Grants and other assistance to domestic organizationsand domestic governments. See Part IV, line 21 A A A A

2 Grants and other assistance to domesticindividuals. See Part IV, line 22 A A A A A A A A A

3 Grants and other assistance to foreignorganizations, foreign governments, and foreignindividuals. See Part IV, lines 15 and 16 A A A A A

4 Benefits paid to or for members A A A A A A A A A5 Compensation of current officers, directors,

trustees, and key employees A A A A A A A A A A6 Compensation not included above, to disqualified

persons (as defined under section 4958(f)(1)) andpersons described in section 4958(c)(3)(B) A A A A A A

7 Other salaries and wages A A A A A A A A A A A A8 Pension plan accruals and contributions (include

section 401(k) and 403(b) employer contributions)

9 Other employee benefitsPayroll taxesFees for services (non-employees):

A A A A A A A A A A A A1011

A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A AManagementLegalAccountingLobbying

12131415161718

192021222324

abcdefg

A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A AA A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A AA A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A AA A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A AProfessional fundraising services. See Part IV, line 17 AInvestment management fees A A A A A A A A AOther. (If line 11g amount exceeds 10% of line 25, column

(A) amount, list line 11g expenses on Schedule O.) A A A A A AAdvertising and promotionOffice expensesInformation technology

A A A A A A A A A A AA A A A A A A A A A A A A A A AA A A A A A A A A A A A ARoyaltiesOccupancyTravel

A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A AA A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A AA A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A APayments of travel or entertainment expensesfor any federal, state, or local public officialsConferences, conventions, and meetingsInterestPayments to affiliatesDepreciation, depletion, and amortizationInsurance

A A A AA A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A AA A A A A A A A A A A A A AA A A AA A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A AOther expenses. Itemize expenses not coveredabove (List miscellaneous expenses in line 24e. Ifline 24e amount exceeds 10% of line 25, column(A) amount, list line 24e expenses on Schedule O.)

abcde All other expenses

25 Total functional expenses. Add lines 1 through 24e26 Joint costs. Complete this line only if the

organization reported in column (B) joint costsfrom a combined educational campaign andfundraising solicitation. Check here * iffollowing SOP 98-2 (ASC 958-720) A A A A A A A

JSA Form 990 (2014)4E1052 1.000


87,631,900.

0

00

2,245,476.

09,320,335.

196,114.779,486.732,270.

01,675,694.

88,191.739,725.

00

13,187,097.ATCH 17,459.

726,470.00

1,540,207.3,087,144.

0988,095.

00

393,223.34,513.

PUBLIC EDUCATION 5,270,762.LICENSE FEES 678,344.REGISTRATION/PROCESSING FEES 13,220.BAD DEBT 7,500.

50,243.129,393,468.

0

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Form 990 (2014) Balance SheetPart X

Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part X A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A(A)

Beginning of year(B)

End of year

Cash - non-interest-bearingSavings and temporary cash investmentsPledges and grants receivable, netAccounts receivable, net

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1234

5

6789

10c1112131415161718192021

222324

2526

A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A AA A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A AA A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A AA A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A ALoans and other receivables from current and former officers, directors,trustees, key employees, and highest compensated employees.Complete Part II of Schedule L A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A ALoans and other receivables from other disqualified persons (as defined under section4958(f)(1)), persons described in section 4958(c)(3)(B), and contributing employersand sponsoring organizations of section 501(c)(9) voluntary employees' beneficiaryorganizations (see instructions). Complete Part II of Schedule L

6

A A A A A A A A A A A ANotes and loans receivable, netInventories for sale or usePrepaid expenses and deferred charges

789

A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A AA A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A AA A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A AA A A A A A A A A A 10a

10b

10

111213141516171819202122

232425

26

a Land, buildings, and equipment: cost orother basis. Complete Part VI of Schedule DLess: accumulated depreciationbInvestments - publicly traded securitiesInvestments - other securities. See Part IV, line 11Investments - program-related. See Part IV, line 11Intangible assetsOther assets. See Part IV, line 11Total assets. Add lines 1 through 15 (must equal line 34)

A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A AA A A A A A A A A A A A A A AA A A A A A A A A A A A A AA A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A AA A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A AA A A A A A A A A A

Ass

ets

Accounts payable and accrued expensesGrants payableDeferred revenueTax-exempt bond liabilities

A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A AA A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A AA A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A AA A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A AEscrow or custodial account liability. Complete Part IV of Schedule D A A A ALoans and other payables to current and former officers, directors,trustees, key employees, highest compensated employees, anddisqualified persons. Complete Part II of Schedule LLi

abili

ties

A A A A A A A A A A A A A ASecured mortgages and notes payable to unrelated third partiesUnsecured notes and loans payable to unrelated third parties

A A A A A A AA A A A A A A A AOther liabilities (including federal income tax, payables to related thirdparties, and other liabilities not included on lines 17-24). Complete Part Xof Schedule D A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A*Total liabilities. Add lines 17 through 25 A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A

andOrganizations that follow SFAS 117 (ASC 958), check herecomplete lines 27 through 29, and lines 33 and 34.

272829

3031323334

Unrestricted net assetsTemporarily restricted net assetsPermanently restricted net assets

Capital stock or trust principal, or current fundsPaid-in or capital surplus, or land, building, or equipment fundRetained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other fundsTotal net assets or fund balancesTotal liabilities and net assets/fund balances

272829

3031323334

A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A AA A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A*A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A AOrganizations that do not follow SFAS 117 (ASC 958), check herecomplete lines 30 through 34.

andA A A A A A A A A A A A A A A AA A A A A A A AA A A A

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A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A AA A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A AForm 990 (2014)

JSA4E1053 1.000


13,243,243. 4,126,960.30,403,558. 52,405.

0 0100,819. 12,568.

0 0

0 00 00 0

57,879. 2,003,203.

1,727,526.447,020. 307,169. 1,280,506.

0 107,289.1,000,000. 9,844,124.

0 00 0

67,490. 352,340.45,180,158. 17,779,395.6,491,909. 2,941,980.

0 00 00 00 0

0 00 00 0

0 06,491,909. 2,941,980.

X

38,688,249. 14,837,415.0 00 0

38,688,249. 14,837,415.45,180,158. 17,779,395.

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10

Total revenue (must equal Part VIII, column (A), line 12)Total expenses (must equal Part IX, column (A), line 25)Revenue less expenses. Subtract line 2 from line 1Net assets or fund balances at beginning of year (must equal Part X, line 33, column (A))Net unrealized gains (losses) on investmentsDonated services and use of facilitiesInvestment expensesPrior period adjustmentsOther changes in net assets or fund balances (explain in Schedule O)

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10

A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A AA A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A AA A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A AA A A A AA A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A AA A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A AA A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A AA A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A AA A A A A A A A A A A A A A A ANet assets or fund balances at end of year. Combine lines 3 through 9 (must equal Part X, line33, column (B)) A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A

Financial Statements and Reporting Part XIICheck if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part XII A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A

Yes No1

2

Accounting method used to prepare the Form 990: Cash Accrual OtherIf the organization changed its method of accounting from a prior year or checked "Other," explain inSchedule O.

a Were the organization's financial statements compiled or reviewed by an independent accountant? 2a

2b

2c

3a

3b

A A A A A AIf "Yes," check a box below to indicate whether the financial statements for the year were compiled orreviewed on a separate basis, consolidated basis, or both:

Separate basis Consolidated basis Both consolidated and separate basisb

c

a

Were the organization's financial statements audited by an independent accountant? A A A A A A A A A A A A A AIf "Yes," check a box below to indicate whether the financial statements for the year were audited on aseparate basis, consolidated basis, or both:

Separate basis Consolidated basis Both consolidated and separate basisIf "Yes" to line 2a or 2b, does the organization have a committee that assumes responsibility for oversightof the audit, review, or compilation of its financial statements and selection of an independent accountant?If the organization changed either its oversight process or selection process during the tax year, explain inSchedule O.

3 As a result of a federal award, was the organization required to undergo an audit or audits as set forth inthe Single Audit Act and OMB Circular A-133? A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A

b If "Yes," did the organization undergo the required audit or audits? If the organization did not undergo therequired audit or audits, explain why in Schedule O and describe any steps taken to undergo such audits.

Form 990 (2014)

JSA4E1054 1.000


X126,378,889.129,393,468.-3,014,579.38,688,249.

22,568.-12,200,719.

00

-8,658,104.

14,837,415.

X

X

XX

X

X

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SCHEDULE C OMB No. 1545-0047Political Campaign and Lobbying Activities(Form 990 or 990-EZ)

For Organizations Exempt From Income Tax Under section 501(c) and section 527 ecZ]* *Complete if the organization is described below. Attach to Form 990 or Form 990-EZ. Open to PublicDepartment of the Treasury * Information about Schedule C (Form 990 or 990-EZ) and its instructions is at www.irs.gov/form990.Internal Revenue Service InspectionIf the organization answered "Yes," to Form 990, Part IV, line 3, or Form 990-EZ, Part V, line 46 (Political Campaign Activities), then�� Section 501(c)(3) organizations: Complete Parts I-A and B. Do not complete Part I-C.

Section 501(c) (other than section 501(c)(3)) organizations: Complete Parts I-A and C below. Do not complete Part I-B.Section 527 organizations: Complete Part I-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�� Section 501(c)(3) organizations that have filed Form 5768 (election under section 501(h)): Complete Part II-A. Do not complete Part II-B.Section 501(c)(3) organizations that have NOT filed Form 5768 (election under section 501(h)): Complete Part II-B. Do not complete Part II-A.

If the organization answered "Yes," to Form 990, Part IV, line 5 (Proxy Tax) (see separate instructions) or Form 990-EZ, Part V, line 35c (ProxyTax) (see separate instructions), then� Section 501(c)(4), (5), or (6) organizations: Complete Part III.Name of organization Employer identification number

Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c) or is a section 527 organization. Part I-A123

Provide a description of the organization's direct and indirect political campaign activities in Part IV.Political expendituresVolunteer hours

* $A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A AA A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A AComplete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c)(3). Part I-B **1

234

Enter the amount of any excise tax incurred by the organization under section 4955Enter the amount of any excise tax incurred by organization managers under section 4955If the organization incurred a section 4955 tax, did it file Form 4720 for this year?

$A A A A A A$A A

YesYes

NoNo

A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A Aab

Was a correction made?If "Yes," describe in Part IV.

A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A AComplete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c), except section 501(c)(3). Part I-C ***

1

2

3

Enter the amount directly expended by the filing organization for section 527 exempt functionactivities $

$

$

A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A AEnter the amount of the filing organization's funds contributed to other organizations for section527 exempt function activities A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A ATotal exempt function expenditures. Add lines 1 and 2. Enter here and on Form 1120-POL,line 17b A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A

4 Did the filing organization file Form 1120-POL for this year? Yes NoA A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A5 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 enterthe amount of political contributions received that were promptly and directly delivered to a separate political organization, suchas a separate segregated fund or a political action committee (PAC). If additional space is needed, provide information in Part IV.

(a) Name (b) Address (c) EIN (d) Amount paid fromfiling organization's

funds. If none, enter -0-.

(e) Amount of politicalcontributions received and

promptly and directlydelivered to a separatepolitical organization. If

none, enter -0-.

(1)

(2)

(3)

(4)

(5)

(6)

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FREEDOM PARTNERS 1515 N. COURTHOUSE RD,ACTION FUND, INC. ARLINGTON, VA 22201 47-1065433 693,289. 0

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Schedule C (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2014 Page 2Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c)(3) and filed Form 5768 (election undersection 501(h)).

Part II-A **A Check if the filing organization belongs to an affiliated group (and list in Part IV each affiliated group member'sname, address, EIN, expenses, and share of excess lobbying expenditures).

B Check if the filing organization checked box A and "limited control" provisions apply.Limits on Lobbying Expenditures

(The term "expenditures" means amounts paid or incurred.)(a) Filing

organization's totals(b) Affiliatedgroup totals

1abcdef

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 purpose expendituresTotal exempt purpose expenditures (add lines 1c and 1d)

A A A A AA A A A A AA A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A AA A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A AA A A A A A A A A A A A A A A ALobbying nontaxable amount. Enter the amount from the following table in bothcolumns.If the amount on line 1e, column (a) or (b) is:Not over $500,000Over $500,000 but not over $1,000,000Over $1,000,000 but not over $1,500,000Over $1,500,000 but not over $17,000,000Over $17,000,000

The lobbying nontaxable amount is:20% of the amount on line 1e.$100,000 plus 15% of the excess over $500,000.$175,000 plus 10% of the excess over $1,000,000.$225,000 plus 5% of the excess over $1,500,000.$1,000,000.

ghij

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-

A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A AA A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A AA A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A AIf there is an amount other than zero on either line 1h or line 1i, did the organization file Form 4720reporting section 4911 tax for this year? Yes NoA A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A

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 separate instructions for lines 2a through 2f.)

Lobbying Expenditures During 4-Year Averaging Period

Calendar year (or fiscal yearbeginning in) (a) 2011 (b) 2012 (c) 2013 (d) 2014 (e) Total

2a Lobbying nontaxable amount

b Lobbying ceiling amount(150% of line 2a, column (e))

c Total lobbying expenditures

d Grassroots nontaxable amount

e Grassroots ceiling amount(150% of line 2d, column (e))

f Grassroots lobbying expenditures

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Schedule C (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2014

Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c)(3) and has NOT filed Form 5768(election under section 501(h)).

Part II-B

(a) (b)For each "Yes," response to lines 1a through 1i below, provide in Part IV a detaileddescription of the lobbying activity. Yes No Amount

1 During the year, did the filing organization attempt to influence foreign, national, state or locallegislation, including any attempt to influence public opinion on a legislative matter orreferendum, through the use of:

abcdefghij

Volunteers?Paid staff or management (include compensation in expenses reported on lines 1c through 1i)?Media advertisements?Mailings to members, legislators, or the public?Publications, or published or broadcast statements?Grants 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 means?Other activities?Total. Add lines 1c through 1i

A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A AAA A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A AA A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A AA A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A AA A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A AA A A A A AA A A AA A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A AA A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A2a 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 4912If "Yes," enter the amount of any tax incurred by organization managers under section 4912If the filing organization incurred a section 4912 tax, did it file Form 4720 for this year?

A A Ab A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A Ac A Ad A A A A A

Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c)(4), section 501(c)(5), or section501(c)(6).

Part III-A

Yes No123

Were substantially all (90% or more) dues received nondeductible by members?Did the organization make only in-house lobbying expenditures of $2,000 or less?Did the organization agree to carry over lobbying and political expenditures from the prior year?

1A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A2A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A3A A A A A A A A A A

Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c)(4), section 501(c)(5), or section501(c)(6) and if either (a) BOTH Part III-A, lines 1 and 2, are answered "No," OR (b) Part III-A, line 3, isanswered "Yes."

Part III-B

1 Dues, assessments and similar amounts from members 1A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A2 Section 162(e) nondeductible lobbying and political expenditures (do not include amounts of

political expenses for which the section 527(f) tax was paid).abc

Current yearCarryover from last yearTotal

2a2b2c3

45

A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A AA A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A AA A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A3 Aggregate amount reported in section 6033(e)(1)(A) notices of nondeductible section 162(e) dues A A A A4 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 lobbyingand political expenditure next year? A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A

5 Taxable amount of lobbying and political expenditures (see instructions) A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A ASupplemental Information Part IV

Provide the descriptions required for Part I-A, line 1; Part I-B, line 4; Part I-C, line 5; Part II-A (affiliated group list); Part II-A, lines 1 and2 (see instructions); and Part II-B, line 1. Also, complete this part for any additional information.

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124,946,972.

20,306,295.

20,306,295.38,630,721.

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Schedule C (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2014 Page 4Supplemental Information (continued) Part IV

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FREEDOM PARTNERS CONDUCTED DIRECT AND INDIRECT "POLITICAL CAMPAIGN

ACTIVITIES" WHICH INCLUDE: ITS OWN PUBLIC EDUCATION ADVERTISING; SUPPORT

FOR AN INDEPENDENT POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE ("SUPERPAC") WHICH

CONDUCTED ONLY INDEPENDENT EXPENDITURES AND NOT CONTRIBUTIONS; AND THE

FULL AMOUNT OF CERTAIN GRANTS TO ANOTHER TAX-EXEMPT ORGANIZATION WHICH

CONDUCTED INDEPENDENT EXPENDITURES.

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SCHEDULE D OMB No. 1545-0047Supplemental Financial Statements(Form 990) *Complete 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. ecZ]* Attach to Form 990. Open to PublicDepartment of the Treasury * Information about Schedule D (Form 990) and its instructions is at www.irs.gov/form990.Internal Revenue Service Inspection

Name of the organization 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.

Part I

(a) Donor advised funds (b) Funds and other accounts

12345

6

Total number at end of yearAggregate value of contributions to (during year)Aggregate value of grants from (during year)Aggregate value at end of year

A A A A A A A A A A AA AA A A A A A A A A ADid the organization inform all donors and donor advisors in writing that the assets held in donor advisedfunds are the organization’s property, subject to the organization’s exclusive legal control? Yes NoA A A A A A A A A A ADid the organization inform all grantees, donors, and donor advisors in writing that grant funds can be usedonly for charitable purposes and not for the benefit of the donor or donor advisor, or for any other purposeconferring impermissible private benefit? Yes NoA A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A

Conservation Easements.Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 7.

Part II

1 Purpose(s) of conservation easements held by the organization (check all that apply).Preservation of land for public use (e.g., recreation or education)Protection of natural habitatPreservation of open space

Preservation of a historically important land areaPreservation of a certified historic structure

2 Complete lines 2a through 2d if the organization held a qualified conservation contribution in the form of a conservationeasement on the last day of the tax year. Held at the End of the Tax Year

2a2b2c

2d

abcd

Total number of conservation easementsTotal acreage restricted by conservation easementsNumber of conservation easements on a certified historic structure included in (a)

A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A AA A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A AA A A A ANumber of conservation easements included in (c) acquired after 8/17/06, and not on ahistoric structure listed in the National Register A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A

3

45

6

7

8

9

Number of conservation easements modified, transferred, released, extinguished, or terminated by the organization during thetax year * *Number of states where property subject to conservation easement is locatedDoes the organization have a written policy regarding the periodic monitoring, inspection, handling ofviolations, and enforcement of the conservation easements it holds? A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A Yes NoStaff and volunteer hours devoted to monitoring, inspecting, and enforcing conservation easements during the year

Amount of expenses incurred in monitoring, inspecting, and enforcing conservation easements during the year

Does each conservation easement reported on line 2(d) above satisfy the requirements of section 170(h)(4)(B)(i)and section 170(h)(4)(B)(ii)?

**$

Yes NoA A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A AIn Part XIII, describe how the organization reports conservation easements in its revenue and expense statement, andbalance sheet, and include, if applicable, the text of the footnote to the organization’s financial statements that describes theorganization’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.

Part III

1a If the organization elected, as permitted under SFAS 116 (ASC 958), not to report in its revenue statement and balance sheetworks of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets held for public exhibition, education, or research in furtherance ofpublic service, provide, in Part XIII, the text of the footnote to its financial statements that describes these items.

b If the organization elected, as permitted under SFAS 116 (ASC 958), to report in its revenue statement and balance sheetworks of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets held for public exhibition, education, or research in furtherance ofpublic service, provide the following amounts relating to these items: *(i)(ii)

Revenue included in Form 990, Part VIII, line 1Assets included in Form 990, Part X

A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A $$*A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A

2 If the organization received or held works of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets for financial gain, provide thefollowing amounts required to be reported under SFAS 116 (ASC 958) relating to these items: *a Revenue included in Form 990, Part VIII, line 1Assets included in Form 990, Part X

A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A $$*b A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A

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Schedule D (Form 990) 2014 Page 2Organizations Maintaining Collections of Art, Historical Treasures, or Other Similar Assets (continued) Part III

3

4

5

Using the organization's acquisition, accession, and other records, check any of the following that are a significant use of its

Provide a description of the organization's collections and explain how they further the organization's exempt purpose in PartXIII.

collection items (check all that apply):abc

Public exhibitionScholarly researchPreservation for future generations

de

Loan or exchange programsOther

During the year, did the organization solicit or receive donations of art, historical treasures, or other similarassets to be sold to raise funds rather than to be maintained as part of the organization's collection? Yes NoA A A A A A

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.

Part IV

1

2

a

b

cdefab

Is the organization an agent, trustee, custodian or other intermediary for contributions or other assets notincluded on Form 990, Part X?If "Yes," explain the arrangement in Part XIII and complete the following table:

Beginning balanceAdditions during the yearDistributions during the yearEnding balanceDid the organization include an amount on Form 990, Part X, line 21, for escrow or custodial account liability?If "Yes," explain the arrangement in Part XIII. Check here if the explanation has been provided in Part XIII

Yes NoA A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A AAmount

1c1d1e1f

A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A AA A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A AA A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A AA A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A AYes NoA A A A A A A A A

Endowment Funds. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 10. Part V(a) Current year (b) Prior year (c) Two years back (d) Three years back (e) Four years back

1

2

3

4

abc

de

fg

abc

a

b

Beginning of year balanceContributionsNet investment earnings, gains,and lossesGrants or scholarshipsOther expenditures for facilitiesand programsAdministrative expensesEnd of year balance

A A A AA A A A A A A A A A AA A A A A A A A A A A A AA A A A A AA A A A A A A A A A AA A A A AA A A A A A A AProvide the estimated percentage of the current year end balance (line 1g, column (a)) 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 theorganization by:(i) unrelated organizations(ii) related organizationsIf "Yes" to 3a(ii), are the related organizations listed as required on Schedule R?Describe in Part XIII the intended uses of the organization's endowment funds.

* *Yes No

3a(i)3a(ii)

3b

A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A AA A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A AA A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A ALand, Buildings, and Equipment.Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 11a. See Form 990, Part X, line 10.

Part VIDescription of property (a) Cost or other basis

(investment)(b) Cost or other basis

(other)(c) Accumulated

depreciation(d) Book value

1abcde

LandBuildingsLeasehold improvementsEquipmentOther

A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A AA A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A AA A A A A A A A A AA A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A AA A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A *Total. Add lines 1a through 1e. (Column (d) must equal Form 990, Part X, column (B), line 10(c).) A A A A A ASchedule D (Form 990) 2014

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Schedule D (Form 990) 2014 Page 3Investments - Other Securities.Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 11b. See Form 990, Part X, line 12.

Part VII

(a) Description of security or category(including name of security)

(b) Book value (c) Method of valuation:Cost or end-of-year market value

(1) Financial derivatives(2) Closely-held equity interests(3) Other

A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A AA A A A A A A A A A A A A(A)(B)(C)(D)(E)(F)(G)(H) *Total. (Column (b) must equal Form 990, Part X, col. (B) line 12.)

Investments - Program Related.Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 11c. See Form 990, Part X, line 13.

Part VIII

(a) Description of investment (b) Book value (c) Method of valuation:Cost or end-of-year market value

(1)(2)(3)(4)(5)(6)(7)(8)(9) *Total. (Column (b) must equal Form 990, Part X, col. (B) line 13.)

Other Assets.Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 11d. See Form 990, Part X, line 15.

Part IX

(a) Description (b) Book value(1)(2)(3)(4)(5)(6)(7)(8)(9) *Total. (Column (b) must equal Form 990, Part X, col. (B) line 15.) A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A

Other Liabilities.Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 11e or 11f. See Form 990, Part X,line 25.

Part X

1. (a) Description of liability (b) Book value(1)(2)(3)(4)(5)(6)(7)(8)(9)

Federal income taxes

*Total. (Column (b) must equal Form 990, Part X, col. (B) line 25.)

2. Liability for uncertain tax positions. In Part XIII, provide the text of the footnote to the organization's financial statements that reports theorganization's liability for uncertain tax positions under FIN 48 (ASC 740). Check here if the text of the footnote has been provided in Part XIIIJSA Schedule D (Form 990) 20144E1270 1.000


INVESTMENT IN SUBSIDIARY 9,844,124. FMV

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Schedule D (Form 990) 2014 Page 4Reconciliation of Revenue per Audited Financial Statements With Revenue per Return.Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 12a.

Part XI

12

34

5

Total revenue, gains, and other support per audited financial statementsAmounts included on line 1 but not on Form 990, Part VIII, line 12:Net unrealized gains (losses) on investmentsDonated services and use of facilitiesRecoveries of prior year grantsOther (Describe in Part XIII.)Add lines 2a through 2dSubtract line 2e from line 1Amounts included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 12, but not on line 1:Investment expenses not included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 7bOther (Describe in Part XIII.)Add lines 4a and 4bTotal revenue. Add lines 3 and 4c. (This must equal Form 990, Part I, line 12.)

1

2e3

4c5

A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A Aabcde

abc

2a2b2c2d

4a4b

A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A AA A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A AA A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A AA A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A AA A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A AA A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A AA A A A A A AA A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A AA A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A AA A A A A A A A A A A A A AReconciliation of Expenses per Audited Financial Statements With Expenses per Return.Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 12a.

Part XII

12

34

5

12

34

5

Total expenses and losses per audited financial statementsAmounts included on line 1 but not on Form 990, Part IX, line 25:Donated services and use of facilitiesPrior year adjustmentsOther lossesOther (Describe in Part XIII.)Add lines 2a through 2dSubtract line 2e from line 1Amounts included on Form 990, Part IX, line 25, but not on line 1:Investment expenses not included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 7bOther (Describe in Part XIII.)Add lines 4a and 4bTotal expenses. Add lines 3 and 4c. (This must equal Form 990, Part I, line 18.)

1

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Provide the descriptions required for Part II, lines 3, 5, and 9; Part III, lines 1a and 4; Part IV, lines 1b and 2b; Part V, line 4; Part X, line2; Part XI, lines 2d and 4b; and Part XII, lines 2d and 4b. Also complete this part to provide any additional information.

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Schedule D (Form 990) 2014

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OMB No. 1545-0047SCHEDULE I(Form 990)

Grants and Other Assistance to Organizations,Governments, and Individuals in the United States ecZ]Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 21 or 22.

Attach to Form 990.* Open to PublicDepartment of the TreasuryInternal Revenue Service * Information about Schedule I (Form 990) and its instructions is at www.irs.gov/form990. InspectionName of the organization Employer identification number

General Information on Grants and Assistance Part I1

2

Does the organization maintain records to substantiate the amount of the grants or assistance, the grantees' eligibility for the grants or assistance, andthe selection criteria used to award the grants or assistance?Describe in Part IV the organization's procedures for monitoring the use of grant funds in the United States.

Yes NoA A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A AGrants and Other Assistance to Domestic Organizations and Domestic Governments. Complete if the organization answered “Yes” to Form 990,Part IV, line 21, for any recipient that received more than $5,000. Part II can be duplicated if additional space is needed.

Part II

(a) Name and address of organizationor government

(f) Method of valuation(book, FMV, appraisal,

other)(c) IRC sectionif applicable

(e) Amount of non-cash assistance

(g) Description ofnon-cash assistance

(h) Purpose of grantor assistance

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Enter total number of section 501(c)(3) and government organizations listed in the line 1 tableEnter total number of other organizations listed in the line 1 table

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AMERICAN COMMITMENT

WASHINGTON, DC 20062 45-2600535 501(C)(4) 400,000. GENERAL SUPPORT

AMERICAN ENERGY ALLIANCE

WASHINGTON, DC 20005 26-2731617 501(C)(4) 2,367,500. GENERAL SUPPORT

AMERICANS FOR PROSPERITY

ARLINGTON, VA 22201 75-3148958 501(C)(4) 16,000,000. GENERAL SUPPORT

AMERICANS FOR TAX REFORM


CENTER FOR SHARED SERVICES TRUST


COLORADO WOMEN'S ALLIANCE

GREENWOOD VILLAGE, CO 80111 45-1474973 501(C)(4) 50,000. GENERAL SUPPORT

DR. JOSEPH WARREN INSTITUTE

LOS ANGELES, CA 90017 45-4856743 501(C)(4) 309,400. GENERAL SUPPORT

EVANGCHR4 TRUST

MCLEAN, VA 22102 45-2324423 501(C)(4) 5,745,000. GENERAL SUPPORT

GENERATION OPPORTUNITY


IACE ACTION

COLORADO SPRINGS, CO 80908 46-2650593 501(C)(4) 95,000. GENERAL SUPPORT

ILLINOIS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

SPRINGFIELD, IL 62701 36-1254650 501(C)(6) 100,000. GENERAL SUPPORT

MAINSTREET GROWTH PROJECT

ARLINGTON, VA 22203 46-2520293 501(C)(4) 100,000. GENERAL SUPPORT

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FAIRFAX, VA 22030 53-0116130 501(C)(4) 4,895,000. GENERAL SUPPORT

OHIO FREEDOM PROJECT, INC.

CINCINNATI, OH 45240 46-4660647 501(C)(4) 50,000. GENERAL SUPPORT

PR-DIST LLC (AMERICANS FOR PROSPERITY)


RULE OF LAW DEFENSE FUND

WASHINTON, DC 20006 46-5130903 501(C)(4) 175,000. GENERAL SUPPORT

THE 60 PLUS ASSOCIATION, INC.

ALEXANDRIA, VA 22314 54-1564919 501(C)(4) 250,000. GENERAL SUPPORT

THE LIBRE INITIATIVE


TOHE, LLC (VETERANS FOR ECONOMIC FREEDOM TR


TREES OF LIBERTY INC

P.O. BOX 17422 ARLINGTON, VA 22216 46-5123864 501(C)(4) 400,000. GENERAL SUPPORT

U.S. CHAMBER OF COMMERCE


VETS FOR ECONOMIC FREEDOM TRUST


CLUB FOR GROWTH


HERITAGE ACTION FOR AMERICA, INC.

WASINGTON, DC 20002 27-2244700 501(C)(4) 150,000. GENERAL SUPPORT

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SUSAN B ANTHONY LIST, INC.


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Part III

(f) Description of non-cash assistance(a) Type of grant or assistance (e) Method of valuation (book,FMV, appraisal, other)

(b) Number ofrecipients

(d) Amount ofnon-cash assistance

(c) Amount ofcash grant

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7Supplemental Information. Complete this part to provide the information required in Part I, line 2, Part III, column (b), and any other additionalinformation.

Part IV

Schedule I (Form 990) (2014)

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TO SUPPORT THE ORGANIZATION, AS OUTLINED ABOVE, THE ORGANIZATION PROVIDED

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ORGANIZATION'S GOALS. ALL GRANTS WERE MADE PURSUANT TO SPECIFIC GRANT

LETTER AGREEMENTS, WHICH UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED, INCLUDED

PROHIBITIONS ON THE USE OF THE GRANT FUNDS, FOR EXAMPLE, ACTIVITIES THAT

WOULD VIOLATE FEDERAL, STATE OR LOCAL LAWS, RULES OR REGULATIONS, OR THAT

WOULD BE CONSIDERED POLITICAL OR LOBBYING ACTIVITIES UNDER FEDERAL OR

STATE LAW. THE GRANT LETTERS ALSO CONTAINED A REVIEW AND MONITORING

PROCEDURE WHICH REQUIRES REPORTS BY GRANTEE ON THE USE OF THE GRANT FUNDS

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Part III

(f) Description of non-cash assistance(a) Type of grant or assistance (e) Method of valuation (book,FMV, appraisal, other)

(b) Number ofrecipients

(d) Amount ofnon-cash assistance

(c) Amount ofcash grant

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Part IV

Schedule I (Form 990) (2014)

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Compensation Information OMB No. 1545-0047SCHEDULE J(Form 990) For certain Officers, Directors, Trustees, Key Employees, and Highest

Compensated EmployeesComplete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 23.* ecZ]

Attach to Form 990.* Open to Public Inspection

Department of the TreasuryInternal Revenue Service Information about Schedule J (Form 990) and its instructions is at www.irs.gov/form990.*Name of the organization Employer identification number

Questions Regarding Compensation Part IYes No

1a Check the appropriate box(es) if the organization provided any of the following to or for a person listed in Form990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a. Complete Part III to provide any relevant information regarding these items.

First-class or charter travelTravel for companionsTax indemnification and gross-up paymentsDiscretionary spending account

Housing allowance or residence for personal usePayments for business use of personal residenceHealth or social club dues or initiation feesPersonal services (e.g., maid, chauffeur, chef)

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directors, trustees, and officers, including the CEO/Executive Director, regarding the items checked in line1a? A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A

3 Indicate which, if any, of the following the filing organization used to establish the compensation of theorganization's CEO/Executive Director. Check all that apply. Do not check any boxes for methods used by arelated organization to establish compensation of the CEO/Executive Director, but explain in Part III.

Compensation committeeIndependent compensation consultantForm 990 of other organizations

Written employment contractCompensation survey or studyApproval by the board or compensation committee

4 During the year, did any person listed in Form 990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a, with respect to the filingorganization or a related organization:

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Only section 501(c)(3), 501(c)(4), and 501(c)(29) organizations must complete lines 5–9.For persons listed in Form 990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a, did the organization pay or accrue anycompensation contingent on the revenues of:The organization?Any related organization?If "Yes" to line 5a or 5b, describe in Part III.For persons listed in Form 990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a, did the organization pay or accrue anycompensation contingent on the net earnings of:The organization?Any related organization?If "Yes" to line 6a or 6b, describe in Part III.

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9 If "Yes" to line 8, did the organization also follow the rebuttable presumption procedure described inRegulations section 53.4958-6(c)? A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A

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BUSINESS INTERESTS BY ADVANCING THE PRINCIPLES OF FREE MARKETS AND A FREE

SOCIETY. THE ORGANIZATION WORKS TO EDUCATE THE PUBLIC AND POLICYMAKERS

ABOUT THE BUSINESS AND ECONOMIC IMPACTS OF A BROAD RANGE OF POLICY

ISSUES, INCLUDING OVER-REGULATION, GOVERNMENT SPENDING, CRONYISM AND

SPECIAL INTEREST HANDOUTS. THE ORGANIZATION BELIEVES THAT BY UNITING AND

AMPLIFYING THE DIVERSE ENTREPRENEURIAL AND INNOVATIVE PERSPECTIVES OF ITS

MEMBERS, IT WILL IMPROVE BUSINESS CONDITIONS FOR ITS MEMBERS AND EXPAND

ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY FOR ALL AMERICANS.

FORM 990, PART III, LINE 1

THE ORGANIZATIONAL MISSION IS TO ADVANCE ITS MEMBERS' COMMON BUSINESS

INTERESTS BY ADVANCING THE PRINCIPLES OF FREE MARKETS AND A FREE SOCIETY.

THE ORGANIZATION WORKS TO EDUCATE THE PUBLIC AND POLICYMAKERS ABOUT THE

BUSINESS AND ECONOMIC IMPACTS OF A BROAD RANGE OF POLICY ISSUES,

INCLUDING OVER-REGULATION, GOVERNMENT SPENDING, CRONYISM AND SPECIAL

INTEREST HANDOUTS. THE ORGANIZATION BELIEVES THAT BY UNITING AND

AMPLIFYING THE DIVERSE ENTREPRENEURIAL AND INNOVATIVE PERSPECTIVES OF ITS

MEMBERS, IT WILL IMPROVE BUSINESS CONDITIONS FOR ITS MEMBERS AND EXPAND

ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY FOR ALL AMERICANS.

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Schedule O (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2014 Page 2Name of the organization Employer identification number

Schedule O (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2014JSA

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FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION A, LINE 6

THE ORGANIZATION HAS BOTH VOTING AND NON-VOTING MEMBERS. THE MEMBERSHIP

BASE REPRESENTS SEVERAL HUNDRED BUSINESSES AND COVERS A DIVERSE RANGE OF

INDUSTRIES AND GEOGRAPHIES.

FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION A, LINE 7A

VOTING MEMBERS HAVE THE POWER TO ELECT DIRECTORS.

FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION A, LINE 7B

VOTING MEMBERS HAVE THE FOLLOWING POWERS: (A) TO AMEND THE BYLAWS AND

THE CERTIFICATE OF INCORPORATION; (B) TO APPOINT ADDITIONAL VOTING

MEMBERS; (C) TO DISSOLVE THE CORPORATION; AND (D) TO ELECT DIRECTORS AND

TO REMOVE DIRECTORS.

FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION B, LINE 11B

AN INDEPENDENT ACCOUNTING FIRM PREPARED AND REVIEWED THE FORM 990. A

FULL DRAFT OF THE 990 ALONG WITH ALL REQUIRED SCHEDULES IS THEN PROVIDED

TO INTERNAL MANAGEMENT AND LEGAL COUNSEL FOR REVIEW. ALL QUESTIONS ARE

ADDRESSED AND ANY MODIFICATIONS ARE MADE, IF NECESSARY. THE FINAL FORM

990 ALONG WITH ALL REQUIRED SCHEDULES IS THEN PROVIDED TO THE BOARD.

FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION B, LINE 12C

DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, AND EMPLOYEES ARE COVERED UNDER THE CONFLICT OF

INTEREST POLICY. LEGAL COUNSEL MEETS PERIODICALLY TO REVIEW THE POLICY

AND ANY POTENTIAL CONFLICTS, AS NEEDED.

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FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION B, LINES 15A & B

THE ORGANIZATION'S BOARD MEETS TO REVIEW AND APPROVE EXECUTIVE

COMPENSATION ON AN ANNUAL BASIS: AS DEEMED NECESSARY, THE ORGANIZATION

MAY ENGAGE A HUMAN RESOURCES CONSULTING ORGANIZATION TO PERFORM A

COMPENSATION STUDY. THE CONSULTING ORGANIZATION WILL USE DATA FROM

COMPARABLE NON-PROFITS TO ESTABLISH A REASONABLE COMPENSATION LEVEL FOR

OFFICERS, AND EMPLOYEES. IN ADDITION, THE ORGANIZATION MAY OBTAIN

PROFESSIONAL OPINIONS OF COUNSEL AS TO WHETHER THE PROPOSED LEVELS OF

COMPENSATION WOULD BE COMPARABLE AND REFER MATERIAL TO AN INDEPENDENT

DECISION MAKER.

FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION C, LINE 19

THE ORGANIZATION MAKES ALL REQUIRED DISCLOSURES AVAILABLE TO THE PUBLIC

UNDER IRS REGULATIONS.

FORM 990, PART XI, LINE 9

EQUITY IN EARNING OF SUBSIDIARY (8,658,104)

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FREEDOM PARTNERS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, INC. 45-3732750ATTACHMENT 1

FORM 990, PART IX - OTHER FEES

(A) (B) (C) (D)TOTAL PROGRAM MANAGEMENT FUNDRAISING

DESCRIPTION FEES SERVICE EXP. AND GENERAL EXPENSES

PROFESSIONAL CONSULTING FEES 8,038,419.

PROFESSIONAL FEES-FOCUS GROUPS 1,910,117.

PROFESSIONAL FEES-MEDIA PROD. 1,240,044.

PROFESSIONAL FEES-DIRECT MAIL 622,204.

PROFESSIONAL FEES-POLLING 553,598.

PROFESSIONAL FEES-IT 157,538.

PROFESSIONAL FEES-ONLINE SRVCS 148,830.

PROFESSIONAL FEES-RECRUITING 95,488.

PROFESSIONAL FEES-EQUIP MAINT 75,828.

PROFESSIONAL FEES-OTHER 69,031.

PROFESSIONAL FEES-SPEAKERS 61,129.

PROFESSIONAL FEES-WEBSITE 54,504.

PROFESSIONAL FEES-POLICY DEV. 50,000.

PROFESSIONAL FEES-TEMP HELP 49,553.

PROFESSIONAL FEES-DATA ACQUIS. 30,374.

PROFESSIONAL FEES-ADVERTISING 27,940.

PROFESSIONAL FEES-FIELD CONTR. 2,500.

TOTALS 13,187,097.

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OMB No. 1545-0047SCHEDULE R(Form 990) Related Organizations and Unrelated Partnerships* Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 33, 34, 35b, 36, or 37. ecZ]*Attach to Form 990.Department of the TreasuryInternal Revenue Service

Open to Public Inspection* Information about Schedule R (Form 990) and its instructions is at www.irs.gov/form990.

Name of the organization Employer identification number

Identification of Disregarded Entities Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 33. Part I(a)

Name, address, and EIN (if applicable) of disregarded entity(b)

Primary activity(c)

Legal domicile (stateor foreign country)

(d)Total income

(e)End-of-year assets

(f)Direct controlling

entity

(1)

(2)

(3)

(4)

(5)

(6)

Identification of Related Tax-Exempt Organizations Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 34 because it hadone or more related tax-exempt organizations during the tax year.

Part II

(a)Name, address, and EIN of related organization

(b)Primary activity

(c)Legal domicile (stateor foreign country)

(d)Exempt Code section

(e)Public charity status(if section 501(c)(3))

(f)Direct controlling

entity

(g)Section 512(b)(13)

controlledentity?

Yes No(1)

(2)

(3)

(4)

(5)

(6)

(7)

For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990. Schedule R (Form 990) 2014

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AMERICAN ENTREPRENEUR FUND LLC 45-37395382200 WILSON BLVD STE 102-391 ARLINGTON, VA 22201 PROJECTS DE 0 38,029. FPCOC

AMERICAN STRATEGIES GROUP LLC 45-52304962200 WILSON BLVD STE 102-391 ARLINGTON, VA 22201 OUTREACH DE 0 9,820,461. AEG LLC

AMERICAN STRATEGIC INNOVATION LLC 45-54569292200 WILSON BLVD STE 102-391 ARLINGTON, VA 22201 RESEARCH DE 0 45,943. FPCOC

THE MIC LLC 46-11304192200 WILSON BLVD STE 102-391 ARLINGTON, VA 22201 RESEARCH DE 0 0 ASI LLC

AMERICAN ENTERPRISE GROUP LLC 45-52301622200 WILSON BLVD STE 102-391 ARLINGTON, VA 22201 MANAGEMENT DE 0 9,789,338. FPCOC

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FREEDOM PARTNERS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

AMERICAN ENTERPRISE GROUP LLC


AMERICAN STRATEGIC INNOVATION LLC


PUBLIC OUTREACH

Schedule R (Form 990) 2014 Page 2Identification of Related Organizations Taxable as a Partnership Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 34because it had one or more related organizations treated as a partnership during the tax year. Part III

(a)Name, address, and EIN of

related organization

(b)Primary activity

(c)Legal

domicile(state orforeign

country)

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entity

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income (related,unrelated,

excluded fromtax under

sections 512-514)

(f)Share of total

income

(g)Share of end-of-

year assets

(h)Disproportionate

allocations?

(i)Code V-UBI

amount in box 20of Schedule K-1

(Form 1065)

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(k)Percentageownership

Yes No Yes No(1)

(2)

(3)

(4)

(5)

(6)

(7)

Identification of Related Organizations Taxable as a Corporation or Trust Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV,line 34 because it had one or more related organizations treated as a corporation or trust during the tax year. Part IV

(a)Name, address, and EIN of related organization

(b)Primary activity

(c)Legal domicile

(state or foreigncountry)

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entity

(e)Type of entity

(C corp, S corp, ortrust)

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entity?

Yes No(1)

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(4)

(5)

(6)

(7)

Schedule R (Form 990) 2014JSA4E1308 1.000


CAVHOCO, INC. 46-3335308

2200 WILSON BLVD STE 102-533 ARLINGTON, VA 22201 HOLDING COMPANY DE ASG C-CORPORATION 0 13,180,429. 100.0000 X

DBLDBL INC. 46-3309110

2200 WILSON BLVD STE 102-533 ARLINGTON, VA 22201 CONSULTING DE CAVHOCO, INC. C-CORPORATION 0 9,654,648. 100.0000 X

KNSLT INC. 46-3325739

2200 WILSON BLVD STE 102-533 ARLINGTON, VA 22201 CONSULTING DE CAVHOCO, INC. C-CORPORATION 0 0 100.0000 X

THOCO 45-3147042

2200 WILSON BLVD STE 102-533 ARLINGTON, VA 22201 HOLDING COMPANY DE DBLDBL INC. C-CORPORATION 16,791,923. 9,163,445. 100.0000 X

DEMETER ANALYTICS SERVICES, INC 45-3149158

2300 CLARENDON BLVD, SUITE 800 ARLINGTON, VA 22201 OPERATING LLC DE THOCO C-CORPORATION 12,683,217. 16,791,923. 100.0000 X

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AMERICAN STRATEGIES GROUP LLC

Schedule R (Form 990) 2014 Page 3

Transactions With Related Organizations Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 34, 35b, or 36. Part VYes NoNote. Complete line 1 if any entity is listed in Parts II, III, or IV of this schedule.

1 During the tax year, did the organization engage in any of the following transactions with one or more related organizations listed in Parts II-IV?Receipt of (i) interest, (ii) annuities, (iii) royalties, or (iv) rent from a controlled entityGift, grant, or capital contribution to related organization(s)Gift, grant, or capital contribution from related organization(s)Loans or loan guarantees to or for related organization(s)Loans or loan guarantees by related organization(s)

Dividends from related organization(s)Sale of assets to related organization(s)Purchase of assets from related organization(s)Exchange of assets with related organization(s)Lease of facilities, equipment, or other assets to related organization(s)

Lease of facilities, equipment, or other assets from related organization(s)Performance of services or membership or fundraising solicitations for related organization(s)Performance of services or membership or fundraising solicitations by related organization(s)Sharing of facilities, equipment, mailing lists, or other assets with related organization(s)Sharing of paid employees with related organization(s)

Reimbursement paid to related organization(s) for expensesReimbursement paid by related organization(s) for expenses

Other transfer of cash or property to related organization(s)Other transfer of cash or property from related organization(s)

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