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Digital Defenders United

EIN 99-3802367 • 501(c)3 • Dothan, AL

Profile

Digital Defenders United is a nonprofit organization dedicated to protecting children from exploitation. The organization advances this mission through public education survivor-led advocacy law-enforcement training and cross-sector collaboration with technology companies policymakers and safety professionals. We develop and deliver trauma-informed programs digital-safety resources and evidence-based strategies to prevent and combat child exploitation both online and offline.

41 Fieldcrest Ln Apt 2402Dothan, AL 36301

digitaldefendersunited.org

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Top Officer Pay

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$0

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501(c)3 • <$500k nonprofits • Source year 2024

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Balance Sheet
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Assets

$263

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Liabilities

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Net Assets

$263

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Operations
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$263

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$300$200$100$0Assets 2024: $263Net Assets 2024: $2632024

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2024

Assets$263
Liabilities-
Net Assets$263
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$300$200$100$0Revenue 2024: $2632024

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2024

Revenue$263
Expenses-
Net Income-
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Filings

Most recent year

2024 • Form 990EZDetailed filing. Detailed filing data is available for this year.

Open filing
Assets
$263
Liabilities
-
Net assets
$263
Revenue
$263
Expenses
-
Net income
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Balance SheetOperations
YearAssetsLiabilitiesNet AssetsRevenueExpensesNet Income
2024Detailed filing. Detailed filing data is available for this year.$263$263$263
Latest Filing Detail
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Filing Snapshot
Filing Period
Jul 2, 2024 to Dec 31, 2024
Signed
Oct 28, 2025
Return Version
2024v5.1
Gross Receipts
$263
Mission and Program Overview

Mission

Digital Defenders United is a nonprofit organization dedicated to protecting children from exploitation. The organization advances this mission through public education survivor-led advocacy law-enforcement training and cross-sector collaboration with technology companies policymakers and safety professionals. We develop and deliver trauma-informed programs digital-safety resources and evidence-based strategies to prevent and combat child exploitation both online and offline.

Program Services

DescriptionGrantsExpenses
Program 1: Law Enforcement Training and Technical SupportDDU provides trauma-informed survivor-informed training programs for law enforcement government agencies and first responders across the United States. These programs focus on recognizing investigating and preventing child exploitation and human trafficking.In 20242025 DDU trained over 800 officers and public safety professionals through in-person and virtual sessions developed POST-certified curriculum modules and partnered with tactical training facilities to enhance interdiction and aftercare response strategies.The program directly improves officers ability to identify victims gather digital evidence and coordinate with child protection agenciesresulting in measurable improvements in victim recovery and prevention outcomes.$0$0
Program 2: Public Education and Digital Safety AwarenessDDU develops and distributes educational materials videos and online resources to help parents schools and communities understand and prevent online exploitation. Through its digital platforms and public speaking engagements DDU reached an estimated 11 million people across the U.S. and internationally.Educational campaigns focus on topics such as grooming awareness online privacy reporting tools and responsible technology use.These efforts empower caregivers and communities with actionable knowledge contributing to safer online environments and reducing risk factors for child exploitation.$0$0
Program 3: Survivor Advocacy and Systems ReformLed by survivors and trauma-informed professionals this program amplifies survivor voices in policy advocacy and system design. DDU collaborates with NGOs legislators and technology companies to create actionable solutions for accountability transparency and survivor support.The organization provides consulting participates in roundtables and contributes to working groups that address gaps in reporting aftercare and law enforcement collaboration.In 20242025 DDU directly supported survivor-led initiatives in multiple states and contributed to national-level discussions on CSAM detection standards and digital accountability.These efforts advance systemic reform ensuring survivors are represented and child protection systems are more effective and ethical.$0$0
Compensation and Service Providers
Top Officer Pay81st percentile

Employees

NameTitleFull / Part TimeBaseOtherTotal
Kimberly KelleyPresidentFT$0--
Filing and Contact Details

Filer

Filer Name
Digital Defenders United
EIN
99-3802367
Address
41 FIELDCREST LN APT 2402, DOTHAN, AL 36301

Signing Officer

Name
Kimberly Kelley
Title
President
Phone
5128973442
Signed
2025-10-28
Discuss with paid preparer
No
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