By serving as a regional center for education and discussion of world affairs, the Council seeks to provide leadership for global thinking, believing that a broad perspective is necessary for effective competition in the global economy and for responsible citizenship
Executive compensation, broken down
Form 990 · Part VII & Schedule J · 2 reported individuals · Filing year 2023
Percentile bands compare each position's total pay with the same role at International, Foreign Affairs & National Security organizations in North Carolina.
- Base
- $204k
- Bonus
- $70k
- Other
- —
- Benefits
- $47k
| Position | Base | Bonus | Other | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
President & CEO Above 90th percentile | $204k | $70k | — | $47k | $321k $351k |
Vp, Programs & Edu Board Vice President 10th to 25th percentilevs International, Foreign Affairs & National Security peers nationwide | — | — | — | — | $113k $124k |
Teal figures restate each filed amount in 2026 dollars.
Estimated with BLS CPI-U for the South region, restating filed pay into May 2026 dollars. A restatement of past pay, not current or projected pay.
Plus 30 unpaid individuals.
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Top pay as a share of expenses
In 2023, the highest total compensation at World Affairs Council of Charlotte equaled 34% of the organization's total expenses. The median for international, foreign affairs & national security organizations is 9%.
Based on 3,895 international, foreign affairs & national security organizations, each measured at its most recent filing year with reported expenses and compensation.
Funded by
Private foundations whose Form 990-PF Part XV grants matched this organization.
Among peers
Revenue and top compensation, plotted against similar organizations. This organization is highlighted in cyan.
Common questions about World Affairs Council of Charlotte
What does the Chief Executive Officer of World Affairs Council of Charlotte earn?
In 2023, the Chief Executive Officer of World Affairs Council of Charlotte received $321,363 in total compensation. This pay is in the top 10% for Chief Executive Officer roles among International, Foreign Affairs & National Security organizations in North Carolina: at least 9 in 10 comparable filings report less. Based on IRS Form 990 data.
How does Chief Executive Officer pay at World Affairs Council of Charlotte compare with similar nonprofits?
Compared with the same role at International, Foreign Affairs & National Security organizations in North Carolina, the 2023 pay of the Chief Executive Officer at World Affairs Council of Charlotte falls in the top 10%. In 2023, the highest total compensation at World Affairs Council of Charlotte equaled 34% of the organization's total expenses. The median for international, foreign affairs & national security organizations is 9%.
What are World Affairs Council of Charlotte's revenue and expenses?
In 2023, World Affairs Council of Charlotte reported $939k in total revenue and $951k in total expenses on its IRS Form 990.
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