Civic Intelligence

Institute for Democratic Education in America Inc

EIN 27-0812635 • 501(c)3 • Jackson, MS

Profile

Mission: Mobilizing action to advance meaningful learning and build a more just and sustainable democracy.Significant Activities: 1)Organizing: Building strategic and collaborative capacity between educators and community organizers nationally through Place-Based and National teams of organizers supporting change projects that demonstrate the power of education by, for, and with young people and communities 2) Showcasing: best practices in youth and community engagement through Learning Tours, Collaborative Projects, and a Curated Library of the strongest tools and resources, Blogs 3) Learning through Storytelling, Learning Breakthrough Series, National Campaign

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2008 W Ridgeway StreetJackson, MS 39213

www.democraticeducation.org

Siviq Scores

Precomputed percentiles relative to similar nonprofits. These scores are descriptive rather than judgmental.

Liabilities / Assets

49th percentile

0.01x

Higher debt load relative to assets than 49% of similar nonprofits.

501(c)3 • $500k-$1M nonprofits • Source year 2025

Liabilities / Revenue

44th percentile

0.01x

Higher debt load relative to revenue than 44% of similar nonprofits.

501(c)3 • $500k-$1M nonprofits • Source year 2025

Net Margin

56th percentile

7.1%

Higher net margin than 56% of similar nonprofits.

501(c)3 • $500k-$1M nonprofits • Source year 2025

Top Officer Pay

90th percentile

$117,020

Higher top officer pay than 90% of similar nonprofits.

Top officer pay equals 16.5% of source-year revenue.

501(c)3 • $500k-$1M nonprofits • Source year 2025

Asset Growth

74th percentile

18%

Faster asset growth than 74% of similar nonprofits.

501(c)3 • $500k-$1M nonprofits • Annualized from 2024 to 2025

Revenue Growth

95th percentile

209%

Faster revenue growth than 95% of similar nonprofits.

501(c)3 • $500k-$1M nonprofits • Annualized from 2024 to 2025

Balance Sheet
Liabilities / Assets49th percentile

Assets

Up

$361,289

Up $55,498 (+18%) from 2024

Liabilities

Up

$5,080

Up $4,780 (+1593%) from 2024

Net Assets

Up

$356,209

Up $50,718 (+17%) from 2024

Operations
Liabilities / Revenue44th percentileNet Margin56th percentile

Revenue

Up

$709,868

Up $480,269 (+209%) from 2024

Expenses

Up

$659,150

Up $76,615 (+13%) from 2024

Net Income

Up

$50,718

Up $403,654 (+114%) from 2024

Trend Graphs

Balance Sheet Trend

Asset Growth74th percentile

Grouped bars show assets, liabilities, and net assets across loaded filings.

$1.5M$1.0M$500K$0Assets 2014: $179,400Liabilities 2014: $39,802Net Assets 2014: $139,5982014Assets 2015: $90,075Liabilities 2015: $66,791Net Assets 2015: $23,2842015Assets 2016: $198,708Liabilities 2016: $3,275Net Assets 2016: $195,4332016Assets 2017: $89,283Liabilities 2017: $6,514Net Assets 2017: $82,7692017Assets 2018: $89,182Liabilities 2018: $4,729Net Assets 2018: $84,4532018Assets 2019: $66,570Liabilities 2019: $5,228Net Assets 2019: $61,3422019Assets 2020: $661,743Liabilities 2020: $66,482Net Assets 2020: $595,2612020Assets 2021: $921,556Liabilities 2021: $15,467Net Assets 2021: $906,0892021Assets 2022: $1,210,789Liabilities 2022: $135,268Net Assets 2022: $1,075,5212022Assets 2023: $739,456Liabilities 2023: $81,029Net Assets 2023: $658,4272023Assets 2024: $305,791Liabilities 2024: $300Net Assets 2024: $305,4912024Assets 2025: $361,289Liabilities 2025: $5,080Net Assets 2025: $356,2092025

Highlighted filing

2025

Assets$361,289
Liabilities$5,080
Net Assets$356,209
Open 2025 Filing

Operations Trend

Revenue Growth95th percentile

Revenue, expenses, and net income by year, with the latest filing highlighted.

$2.0M$1.5M$1.0M$500K$0-$500KRevenue 2014: $745,528Expenses 2014: $671,094Net Income 2014: $74,4342014Revenue 2015: $235,743Expenses 2015: $352,057Net Income 2015: -$116,3142015Revenue 2016: $306,180Expenses 2016: $134,032Net Income 2016: $172,1482016Revenue 2017: $129,327Expenses 2017: $133,439Net Income 2017: -$4,1122017Revenue 2018: $182,923Expenses 2018: $181,239Net Income 2018: $1,6842018Revenue 2019: $177,243Expenses 2019: $200,354Net Income 2019: -$23,1112019Revenue 2020: $860,604Expenses 2020: $326,685Net Income 2020: $533,9192020Revenue 2021: $759,919Expenses 2021: $449,091Net Income 2021: $310,8282021Revenue 2022: $1,234,631Expenses 2022: $1,065,199Net Income 2022: $169,4322022Revenue 2023: $1,165,667Expenses 2023: $1,582,761Net Income 2023: -$417,0942023Revenue 2024: $229,599Expenses 2024: $582,535Net Income 2024: -$352,9362024Revenue 2025: $709,868Expenses 2025: $659,150Net Income 2025: $50,7182025

Highlighted filing

2025

Revenue$709,868
Expenses$659,150
Net Income$50,718
Open 2025 Filing

Filings

Most recent year

2025 • Form 990Detailed filing. Detailed filing data is available for this year.

Open filing
Assets
$361,289
Liabilities
$5,080
Net assets
$356,209
Revenue
$709,868
Expenses
$659,150
Net income
$50,718
Balance SheetOperations
YearAssetsLiabilitiesNet AssetsRevenueExpensesNet Income
2025Detailed filing. Detailed filing data is available for this year.$0.36$0.01$0.36$0.71$0.66$0.05
2024Detailed filing. Detailed filing data is available for this year.$0.31$0.00$0.31$0.23$0.58$0.35
2023Detailed filing. Detailed filing data is available for this year.$0.74$0.08$0.66$1.17$1.58$0.42
2022Detailed filing. Detailed filing data is available for this year.$1.21$0.14$1.08$1.23$1.07$0.17
2021Facts available. Structured filing facts are available, but richer extracted sections are limited.$0.92$0.02$0.91$0.76$0.45$0.31
2020Detailed filing. Detailed filing data is available for this year.$0.66$0.07$0.60$0.86$0.33$0.53
2019Detailed filing. Detailed filing data is available for this year.$0.07$0.01$0.06$0.18$0.20$0.02
2018Detailed filing. Detailed filing data is available for this year.$0.09$0.00$0.08$0.18$0.18$0.00
2017Detailed filing. Detailed filing data is available for this year.$0.09$0.01$0.08$0.13$0.13$0.00
2016Detailed filing. Detailed filing data is available for this year.$0.20$0.00$0.20$0.31$0.13$0.17
2015Detailed filing. Detailed filing data is available for this year.$0.09$0.07$0.02$0.24$0.35$0.12
2014Detailed filing. Detailed filing data is available for this year.$0.18$0.04$0.14$0.75$0.67$0.07
Latest Filing Detail
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Filing Snapshot
Filing Period
Jul 1, 2024 to Jun 30, 2025
Signed
Mar 11, 2026
Return Version
2024v5.5
Gross Receipts
$709,868
Mission and Program Overview

Mission

The mission of the organization is to (a) advance educational theory and practices grounded in democratic values and student voice through research, resource compilation, and public outreach, and (b) support the efforts of individuals, schools, and other educational programs to give young people the opportunity to become curious, creative, and self-motivated learners through activities such as workshops, networking, and organizational development.

Mobilizing action to advance meaningful learning and build a more just and sustainable democracy.

Balance Sheet Detail
LineBeginningEndChange
Assets
Cash and Non-Interest-Bearing Accounts$127,040$263,482▲ $136,442
Accounts Receivable$166,621$96,621▼ $70,000
Prepaid Expenses and Deferred Charges$1,477$1,186▼ $291
Total Assets$305,791$361,289▲ $55,498
Other Assets Total$10,653$0▼ $10,653
Liabilities
Deferred Revenue-$4,500-
Accounts Payable and Accrued Expenses$300$580▲ $280
Total Liabilities$300$5,080▲ $4,780
Net Assets / Fund Balance
Net Assets Without Donor Restrictions$240,491$236,882▼ $3,609
Net Assets With Donor Restrictions$65,000$119,327▲ $54,327
Total Net Assets Fund Balance$305,491$356,209▲ $50,718
Total Liabilities and Net Assets / Fund Balance$305,791$361,289▲ $55,498
Compensation and Service Providers
Top Officer Pay90th percentile

Employees

NameTitleFull / Part TimeBaseOtherTotal
Albert SykesExecutive DirectorFT$109,348$7,672$117,020
Maisie BrownBoard MemberFT$28,130-$28,130

Board Members and Trustees

NameTitle
Carlos MorenoPresident
Ana Yris Guzman TorresBoard Member
Byron Dandra OreyBoard Member
Charmaine MercerBoard Member
Eric JamesBoard Member
Frank L GettridgeBoard Member
Nsombi LambrightBoard Member
Kwesi RollinsTreasurer
Revenue and Support

Revenue Composition

Contributions and Grants
$697,710
Program Service Revenue
$10,510
Investment Income
$10
Other Revenue
$1,638
All Other Contributions
$697,710
Change in Net Assets
$50,718
Expenses and Functional Allocation

Major Expense Lines

Line ItemAmount
Salaries, Compensation, and Employee Benefits$458,851
Other Expenses$200,299
Total Fundraising Expense$32,808
Grants and Similar Amounts Paid$0
Professional Fundraising Fees$0

Functional Expense Allocation

Line ItemProgramManagementFundraisingTotal
Other Salaries and Wages$235,089$10,915$18,944$264,948
Current Officers, Directors, Trustees, and Key Employees$100,482$4,666$8,097$113,245
Other Employee Benefits$45,655$2,120$3,679$51,454
Payroll Taxes$25,913$1,203$2,088$29,204
Conferences and Meetings$24,175$1,873-$26,048
Fees for Services Accounting-$20,505-$20,505
Office Expenses-$9,257-$9,257
Information Technology-$3,430-$3,430
Insurance-$2,200-$2,200
Other Expenses$1,510$827-$827
Occupancy-$607-$607
Fees for Services Other-$250-$250
Total Functional Expenses$568,489$57,853$32,808$659,150
Fundraising, Events, and Gaming
Fundraising activities
No
Gaming activities
No
Professional fundraiser used
No

Fundraising and Gaming Totals

Line ItemAmount
Professional Fundraising Fees$0
Political and Lobbying Activity
Political campaign activity
No
Lobbying activity
No
Subject to proxy tax
No
Governance and Compliance

Governance Checklist

Compiled or reviewed by an accountant
Yes
Annual disclosure for covered persons
Yes
Audit committee
Yes
Backup withholding compliance
Yes
Business relationship with 35% controlled entity
No
Business relationship with family members
No
Business relationship with organization members
No
Material changes to governing documents
No
Compensation from other sources disclosed
No
CEO compensation reviewed
Yes
Other officer compensation reviewed
Yes
Conflict-of-interest policy
Yes
Audited financial statements prepared
No
Key decisions subject to board approval
No
Management duties delegated
No

Governance Explanations

Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 11B

“A draft of form 990 is sent to all board members. Form 990 is reviewed and any questions that arise from the board members are answered and/or cleared prior the filing of the return.”

Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 12C

“Conflict of interest policy: board members annually sign a statement that affirms that they have: a. Received a copy of the conflict of interest policy, b. Read and understand the policy, c. Agreed to comply with the policy, and d. Understands the organization is charitable and in order to maintain its federal tax exemption it must engage primarily in activities which accomplish one or more of its tax-exempt purposes. In addition and in compliance with the policy, board members declare any conflicts regarding a pending decision and will then leave during discussion and decision-making regarding that issue.”

Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 15

“Idea's compensation policy requires board approval of executive director compensation. The process requires the board to research salary and benefits for executive directors of comparable organizations, present the findings, and document the process and decision-making regarding the ed's compensation. There is also a statement that ensures the executive director does not influence this process.”

Form 990, Part VI, Section C, Line 19

“The organization makes its governing documents, conflict of interest policy and financial statements available to the general public upon request.”

Filing and Contact Details

Filer

Filer Name
Institute for Democratic Education
EIN
27-0812635
Phone
8008785740
Address
2008 W RIDGEWAY STREET, JACKSON, MS 39213
Doing Business As
Idea

Signing Officer

Name
Albert Sykes
Title
Executive Director
Phone
8008785740
Signed
2026-03-11
Discuss with paid preparer
Yes

Organization Details

Principal Officer
Albert Sykes
Formed
2009
Legal Domicile
Ny
Voting Board Members
10
Independent Board Members
9
Employees
5
Volunteers
10

Preparer

Firm
Matthews Cutrer & Lindsay Pa
Address
1020 HIGHLAND COLONY PKWY 500, RIDGELAND, MS 39157
Preparer
Kimberly L Hardy CPA
Phone
6018988875
Supplemental Narrative

Additional Explanations

Part XII Line 2C - Process of Committee Oversight of the Fin Stmt Review

“The president and treasurer of idea's board provide oversight of the 990 and review process, including having access to all documents, reviewing draft copies of the 990 and reviewed financial statements, and are available for questions from staff, accountants, or independent auditor.”

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IRS990/ProgSrvcAccomActy2Grp/Desc0MISSISSIPPI PROJECT:IDEA SUPPORTS COMMUNITY-LED EDUCATIONAL EFFORTS IN MISSISSIPPI THROUGH PARTNERING WITH AND RAISING UP THE VOICES OF COMMUNITY MEMBERS AND PROVIDING TRAINING AND SUPPORT TO TURN IDEAS INTO ACTION. IN 2024-2025 IDEA CONTINUED WORKING ALONGSIDE LOCAL, STATE, AND NATIONAL PARTNERS TO KEEP PUBLIC EDUCATION AS A PUBLIC GOOD FOR THE COMMUNITY OF JACKSON. IDEA HELD FALL 2024 AND SPRING 2025 COHORTS OF OUR PARENT LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE; ENGAGED IN COMMUNICATIONS CAMPAIGNS TO SUPPORT PUBLIC EDUCATION IN JACKSON; AND COLLABORATED WITH MANY COMMUNITY PARTNERS TO SUPPORT THE ONGOING DEVELOPMENT AND IMPLEMENTATION OF COMMUNITY SCHOOLS IN JACKSON PUBLIC SCHOOLS.
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IRS990/ProgSrvcAccomActy3Grp/Desc0COMMUNICATIONS & NARRATIVE CHANGE:IDEA ENGAGES LOCALLY AND NATIONALLY TO SHIFT THE EDUCATION NARRATIVE AND SUPPORT PUBLIC EDUCATION; CENTER THE VOICES OF YOUTH, EDUCATORS, PARENTS, AND COMMUNITIES; AND FOCUS ON THE POWER AND POSSIBILITY OF EDUCATION TO SUPPORT YOUNG PEOPLE AND COMMUNITIES. IN 2024-2025 IDEA CONTINUED COLLABORATING WITH MULTIPLE PARTNERS TO RAISE UP NARRATIVES OF EDUCATIONAL SUCCESS IN JACKSON, MISSISSIPPI AND ACROSS THE UNITED STATES.
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IRS990ScheduleO/SupplementalInformationDetail/ExplanationTxt0A DRAFT OF FORM 990 IS SENT TO ALL BOARD MEMBERS. FORM 990 IS REVIEWED AND ANY QUESTIONS THAT ARISE FROM THE BOARD MEMBERS ARE ANSWERED AND/OR CLEARED PRIOR THE FILING OF THE RETURN.
IRS990ScheduleO/SupplementalInformationDetail/ExplanationTxt1CONFLICT OF INTEREST POLICY: BOARD MEMBERS ANNUALLY SIGN A STATEMENT THAT AFFIRMS THAT THEY HAVE: A. RECEIVED A COPY OF THE CONFLICT OF INTEREST POLICY, B. READ AND UNDERSTAND THE POLICY, C. AGREED TO COMPLY WITH THE POLICY, AND D. UNDERSTANDS THE ORGANIZATION IS CHARITABLE AND IN ORDER TO MAINTAIN ITS FEDERAL TAX EXEMPTION IT MUST ENGAGE PRIMARILY IN ACTIVITIES WHICH ACCOMPLISH ONE OR MORE OF ITS TAX-EXEMPT PURPOSES. IN ADDITION AND IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE POLICY, BOARD MEMBERS DECLARE ANY CONFLICTS REGARDING A PENDING DECISION AND WILL THEN LEAVE DURING DISCUSSION AND DECISION-MAKING REGARDING THAT ISSUE.
IRS990ScheduleO/SupplementalInformationDetail/ExplanationTxt2IDEA'S COMPENSATION POLICY REQUIRES BOARD APPROVAL OF EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR COMPENSATION. THE PROCESS REQUIRES THE BOARD TO RESEARCH SALARY AND BENEFITS FOR EXECUTIVE DIRECTORS OF COMPARABLE ORGANIZATIONS, PRESENT THE FINDINGS, AND DOCUMENT THE PROCESS AND DECISION-MAKING REGARDING THE ED'S COMPENSATION. THERE IS ALSO A STATEMENT THAT ENSURES THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR DOES NOT INFLUENCE THIS PROCESS.
IRS990ScheduleO/SupplementalInformationDetail/ExplanationTxt3THE ORGANIZATION MAKES ITS GOVERNING DOCUMENTS, CONFLICT OF INTEREST POLICY AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AVAILABLE TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC UPON REQUEST.
IRS990ScheduleO/SupplementalInformationDetail/ExplanationTxt4THE PRESIDENT AND TREASURER OF IDEA'S BOARD PROVIDE OVERSIGHT OF THE 990 AND REVIEW PROCESS, INCLUDING HAVING ACCESS TO ALL DOCUMENTS, REVIEWING DRAFT COPIES OF THE 990 AND REVIEWED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS, AND ARE AVAILABLE FOR QUESTIONS FROM STAFF, ACCOUNTANTS, OR INDEPENDENT AUDITOR.
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IRS990ScheduleO/SupplementalInformationDetail/FormAndLineReferenceDesc4PART XII LINE 2C - PROCESS OF COMMITTEE OVERSIGHT OF THE FIN STMT REVIEW
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