2025-04-28T08:39:56-05:00 2024-12-31 582676261 Rogers & Company PLLC 8300 Boone Boulevard Suite 600 Vienna VA 22182 990 2024-01-01 823264419 Center for Innovative Governance Research CENT 2026566901 1717 K Street NW 900 Washington DC 20006 Dr Mark Lutter Executive Director, Board Chair 2026566901 2025-04-23 1 1 Yong Zhang CPA P01249785 7038930300 2025-04-22 2024 2025-03-06 01:10:19Z Charter Cities Institute Dr Mark Lutter 1717 K Street NW 900 Washington DC 20006 2160547 0 X www.chartercitiesinstitute.org X 2017 NV The Center for Innovative Governance Research is building the future of governance by creating the ecosystem for charter cities. 5 4 11 4 0 0 2177173 1105836 54803 0 125133 145134 27284 9711 2384393 1260681 204550 88736 0 0 1015803 1306911 0 0 440370 1496126 1284853 2716479 2680500 -332086 -1419819 4202356 3175283 66246 458992 4136110 2716291 X We work with entrepreneurs, investors, policy experts, governments, humanitarians and new city developers to build a common understanding of charter cities and create relationships which can work toward implementing charter cities. Our goal is to lift tens of millions of people out of poverty by helping incubate dozens of charter cities around the world. 0 1 763829 African Urban Lab - The AUL launched in September, 2024. We hosted our first cohort of 38 students from across Africa in November, 2024 for a Professional Diploma in Urban Development. All students were then successfully paired with a Capstone Project -- a real-world project embedded in a real-world organization to put the lessons students had learned in the classroom into practice. We hosted a Public Talk by world-renowned urbanist, Dr. Alain Bertaud on urban planning attended by our students and over 100 Zanzibari community members including government officials, civil society organizations, and interested individuals. The AUL also launched its four research clusters, and one of its training initiatives around implementing urban expansion planning in municipalities across East Africa. 431732 62783 Special Projects - Supporting the Zanzibar Investment Promotion Authority (ZIPA) Strategic Plan: We worked closely with ZIPA to help shape its strategic plan, ensuring that Zanzibar remains a leading destination for investment and economic growth in East Africa. Expanding Our Network of Partners and Supporters: This year, we welcomed additional members into our growing network, strengthening our ability to advance special projects that drive economic development and innovation.Hosting High-Impact Roundtables: We convened a series of focused roundtable discussions with experts, policymakers, and industry leaders to explore solutions to some of the most pressing challenges in economic development. 362817 12783 Events - The Growth Summit convened leading academics, policymakers, donors, and development practitioners for a series of panels and open discussions on reigniting economic growth in low- and middle-income countries. Zanzalu was a five-week pop-up city event held in Fumba Town, Zanzibar. It was designed to connect African builders, explore alternative forms of city organization, and foster a growth ecosystem. Staff Retreat to Fumba Town, Zanzibar: In July, the Charter Cities Institute team came together for a two-day retreat in Zanzibar, strengthening team bonds while experiencing our flagship project, Fumba Town, firsthand. CCI conducted other events and webinars. 274006 13170 Media -CCI had a busy year with many publications including "Songdo City: Blueprint or Black Sheep?", "Introducing the New Cities Map", "To Beer Or Not To Beer? A Liquid History of Economic Development in Canada and Zambia", "Building Resilient Cities: The Role of Charter Cities in Promoting Resilient Urban Development", "Making Bad Urban Laws Better: Can the Urban Physician Replace the Urban Politician in Africa?", and several others. Other highlights include 46 Blogs Published, 11 Policy briefs, 10 Press Releases, 11 Podcast Episodes and 53 videos created and posted. 274006 13170 1832384 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 1 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 16 0 1 11 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 X 5 4 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 0 0 DC X X John Hoyt 2026566901 1717 K Street NW Ste 900 Washington DC 20006 Dr Mark Lutter Executive Director, Board Chairman 25.00 X X 61537 0 15019 Dan Grossman Treasurer 2.00 X X 0 0 0 WGyude Moore Secretary 1.00 X X 0 0 0 Professor Leonard Wantchekon Board Member 2.00 X 0 0 0 David Nott Board Member 1.00 X 0 0 0 Joseph Milligan Director of Development 40.00 X 149434 0 33775 Michael Holstein Head of Communications 40.00 X 132971 0 22306 Kurtis Lockhart Executive Director, AUL Director 40.00 X 141745 0 15961 John Hoyt Head of Operations 40.00 X 105378 0 15064 591065 0 102125 4 0 1 0 Matthew McCartney 59 Fountain Road London UK Research 146631 1 1105836 28242 1105836 145000 145000 900000 899866 134 134 134 Other Income 900099 9711 9711 9711 1260681 0 0 154845 X 88736 88736 76556 47429 13729 15398 1017873 630501 182364 205008 58093 36018 10456 11619 71083 44072 12795 14216 83306 51650 14995 16661 11466 1787 9679 43959 43959 671664 547889 45920 77855 29864 22447 7382 35 26534 16625 6706 3203 2787 2787 15567 5137 5293 5137 255225 154159 36956 64110 156085 139565 5139 11381 4540 2474 2066 Dues and subscriptions 45595 31241 8288 6066 Professional developmen 15440 5940 9500 Taxes, Licenses and Per 5691 5502 187 2 Recruiting 436 212 224 2680500 1832384 407746 440370 981020 743751 90599 421932 327284 0 6200 2172 2732356 2007428 64897 0 4202356 3175283 3855 6946 0 452046 62391 0 66246 458992 X 4136110 2716291 4136110 2716291 4202356 3175283 -1419819 0 X X 0 1 X 1 0 X 1381182 3778575 1805386 2177173 1105836 10248152 1381182 3778575 1805386 2177173 1105836 10248152 2705659 7542493 15633 27707 61778 125133 145000 375251 27284 9711 36995 10660398 216316 0.70750 0.70050 X Schedule A, Part II, Line 10, Explanation of Other Income: Other Income - 2023 Amount: $ 27,284. 2024 Amount: $ 9,711. RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED 0 X 1260681 0 1260681 0 1260681 2680500 0 2680500 0 2680500 Part X, Line 2: The Institute is exempt from payment of taxes on income other than net unrelated business income under IRC section 501(c)(3), and qualifies to receive charitable donations under IRC section 170(b)(1)(a)(vi). The institute is considered a disregarded LLC for tax purposes and is also exempt from payment of income taxes other than unrelated business income. No tax expense is recorded in the accompanying financial statements, as there was no net unrelated business taxable income. Management has evaluated the institute's tax positions and concluded that the financial statements do not include any uncertain tax positions. 0 Sub-Saharan Africa 0 0 Grants to Recipients 88736 Europe 0 2 Program services & fundraising Research & teaching preparation for other regions 206270 Sub-Saharan Africa 0 4 Program services Research, education and events 240813 0 6 0 0 0 6 535819 0 535819 Sub-Saharan Africa Research & events 38736 Wire 0 Sub-Saharan Africa Events partnership 50000 Wire 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Part I, Line 2: Charter Cities Institute (US) staff members hold weekly meetings with staff from Charter Cities Institute (Zambia) to discuss projects, review reports, monitor progress, and determine next steps. Quarterly financial reports from Charter Cities Institute (Zambia) are presented to Charter Cities Institute (US) for review. Part I, line 3: The organization uses GAAP to report foreign expenditures. X 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Joseph Milligan Director of Development 149434 0 0 0 0 0 15152 0 18623 0 183209 0 0 0 Kurtis Lockhart Executive Director, AUL Director 141745 0 0 0 0 0 9701 0 6260 0 157706 0 0 0 Michael Holstein Head of Communications 132971 0 0 0 0 0 8146 0 14160 0 155277 0 0 0 X Cryptocurrency 2 28242 Market Value 0 1 0 Form 990, Part III, line 3 There were two programs that were discontinued in 2024 - Research and Partnerships. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, line 11b The completed 990 is reviewed by the Organization's Board before being filed. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, line 12c The Organization makes sure the Board members recuse themselves from voting that could be a conflict of interest. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, line 15a The Executive Director's salary was approved by the Board of Directors. The Executive Director recused himself from that vote. Form 990, Part VI, Section C, line 19 All organizational documents are available upon request. Form 990, Part IX, line 11g Consultants: Program service expenses 47,940. Management and general expenses 2,625. Fundraising expenses 5,575. Total expenses 56,140. Contract Labor: Program service expenses 470,809. Management and general expenses 43,295. Fundraising expenses 72,280. Total expenses 586,384. Interns: Program service expenses 29,140. Management and general expenses 0. Fundraising expenses 0. Total expenses 29,140. Part XII, line 2c The process has been consistent with prior years.