Emily Taylor, Coo at FREEDOM HOUSE | Pact
Emily Taylor, Coo at FREEDOM HOUSE | Pact
This appropriation represents state-level funding authorized by lawmakers, reflecting what was approved in the budget, not necessarily disbursed. The funds cover only State of Illinois support and exclude federal, local, or other public sources.
Founded in 1941 by Eleanor Roosevelt, Dorothy Thompson, and Herbert Agar, The Freedom House Inc states that its mission is: “To protect democracy and to act as a clear voice for freedom remains as strong as ever.”
You can learn more about the organization at its website.
In its most recent IRS Form 990 filing filing for tax year 2024, the organization reported $103,820,000 in total revenue. Of that, $93,979,700 came from government grants including federal, state, or local sources, making up 90.5% of total revenue.
The nonprofit listed $103,916,000 in contributions overall. It also reported $55,515 in non-cash contributions, such as donated goods or services, and $8,759,420 categorized under other contributions, which may include restricted donations, pledges, or bequests.
At the beginning of 2024, The Freedom House Inc had $26,716,700 in assets. By the end of 2024, that figure had changed to $33,139,300, indicating a 24% growth in overall holdings.
According to its filing, public funding to The Freedom House Inc increased in the last year. The group received $79,607,000 in government grants in 2023, compared to $93,979,700 in 2024—an increase of 18.1% year-over-year.
However, a Chicago City Wire analysis found that IRS filings frequently contain discrepancies when compared with publicly disclosed government grant reports and budgets.
The Freedom House Inc is one of hundreds of nonprofits across Illinois that receive substantial support from state taxpayers while also fundraising privately.
In 2025, Illinois lawmakers introduced House Bill 1266, also known as the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) Act. The proposal would create a new oversight body within the Office of the Auditor General tasked with identifying cost-saving measures, reviewing agency performance, and advising on audit priorities. If passed, DOGE could bring additional scrutiny and performance evaluation to taxpayer-funded organizations.
According to ProPublica, Illinois has more than 78,000 active tax-exempt organizations, including nearly 60,000 classified as charitable nonprofits. In their most recent IRS filings, these groups reported a combined revenue exceeding $156 billion.
| Term | Name | Title |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-2024 | Adrian Shahbaz | Vp Research & Analysis |
| 2024-2024 | Andy Prozes | Trustee |
| 2024-2024 | Anne Boyajian | Vp, Policy & Advocacy |
| 2024-2024 | Anne Richard | Senior Advisor, Ahrcm |
| 2024-2024 | Basile Pissalidis | Director Of Globabl Security |
| 2024-2024 | Brian Hill | Vice Pres Of Development |
| 2024-2024 | Carol Adelman | Trustee |
| 2024-2024 | Carole Corcoran | Trustee |
| 2024-2024 | Cater Lee | Secretary |
| 2024-2024 | Christian Bowman | Vp For Talent & Culture |
| 2024-2024 | Collin Roche | Trustee |
| 2024-2024 | David Fogel | Trustee |
| 2024-2024 | David Timberman | Senior Advisor For Policy |
| 2024-2024 | Dionisio Gutierrez | Trustee |
| 2024-2024 | Douglas Medrue | Controller |
| 2024-2024 | Emily Elizabeth Taylor | Coo |
| 2024-2024 | Faith Morningstar | Trustee |
| 2024-2024 | Francis Fukuyama | Trustee |
| 2024-2024 | Gerardo Berthin | Vice President For Programs |
| 2024-2024 | Goli Ameri | Vice Chair |
| 2024-2024 | Howard Konar | Trustee |
| 2024-2024 | Ian Simmons | Trustee |
| 2024-2024 | Jane Harman | Co-Chair |
| 2024-2024 | Jerusha Burnham | Director Regional Programs |
| 2024-2024 | Jim Kolbe | Trustee |
| 2024-2024 | Jin Heon Kim | Director Of Finance |
| 2024-2024 | Jonathan Ginns | Trustee |
| 2024-2024 | Jorgen Ejbol | Trustee |
| 2024-2024 | Jose Ravano | Chief Of Party |
| 2024-2024 | Joseph Votel | Trustee |
| 2024-2024 | Lara Shane | Vp Communications |
| 2024-2024 | Lynn Novick | Trustee |
| 2024-2024 | Marc Behrendt | Director Of Programs |
| 2024-2024 | Margaux Ewen | Dir Political Prisoner |
| 2024-2024 | Mark Goodman | Trustee |
| 2024-2024 | Martin Etchevers | Trustee |
| 2024-2024 | Mathea Falco | Trustee |
| 2024-2024 | Maurice Perkins | Trustee |
| 2024-2024 | Michael Abramowitz | President |
| 2024-2024 | Michael Chertoff | Trustee |
| 2024-2024 | Monde Muyangwa | Trustee |
| 2024-2024 | Nicole Bibbins Sedaca | Executive Vice President |
| 2024-2024 | Nina Jacobson | Trustee |
| 2024-2024 | Norman Willox | Trustee |
| 2024-2024 | Peter Bass | Vice Chair |
| 2024-2024 | Rachel Kleinfeld | Trustee |
| 2024-2024 | Reed Tuckson | Trustee |
| 2024-2024 | Reuben Brigety | Trustee |
| 2024-2024 | Robert Tuttle | Trustee |
| 2024-2024 | Robert Keane | Treasurer |
| 2024-2024 | Rodger Desai | Trustee |
| 2024-2024 | Sewell Chan | Trustee |
| 2024-2024 | Sharon Nazarian | Trustee |
| 2024-2024 | Sushma Palmer | Trustee |
| 2024-2024 | Thomas Kahn | Trustee |
| 2024-2024 | Thomas Staudt | Trustee |
| 2024-2024 | Vivek Paul | Trustee |
| 2024-2024 | Wendell Willkie | Co-Chair |
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