TY 2010 Form 990

- TIN:

Form990

Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service

Return of Organization Exempt From Income Tax

Under section 501(c), 527, or 4947(a)(1) of the Internal Revenue Code (except black lung benefit trust or private foundation)

The organization may have to use a copy of this return to satisfy state reporting requirements.

OMB No. 1545-0047

2010

Open to Public Inspection

A For the calendar year, or tax year beginning 01-01-2010 and ending 12-31-2010

BCheck if applicable: Address change Name change Initial return Terminated Amended return Application pending

CName of organization
THE ASPEN INSTITUTE

Doing Business As

Number and street (or P.O. box if mail is not delivered to street address)
ONE DUPONT CIRCLE NW NO 700

Room/suite

City or town, state or country, and ZIP + 4
WASHINGTON, DC200361133

D Employer identification number

84-0399006

E Telephone number

G Gross receipts $ 247,595,926

F Name and address of principal officer:
WALTER ISAACSON
ONE DUPONT CIRCLE NW NO 700
WASHINGTON,DC200361133

Tax-exempt status: 501(c)(3) 501(c) ( ) LeftBullet

(insert no.) 4947(a)(1) or 527

Website:

WWW.ASPENINSTITUTE.ORG

H(a)

Is this a group return for
affiliates? Yes No

H(b)

Are all affiliates included?

Yes No

If "No," attach a list. (see instructions)

H(c)

Group exemption number MediumBullet

K Form of organization: Corporation Trust Association Other MediumBullet

L Year of formation: 1949

M State of legal domicile: CO

Part I

Summary

1	Briefly describe the organization’s mission or most significant activities: VALUES-BASED LEADERSHIP IN NEUTRAL AND BALANCED VENUE FOR DISCUSSING CRITICAL ISSUES.
2	Check this box
3	Number of voting members of the governing body (Part VI, line 1a) ....	3	69
4	Number of independent voting members of the governing body (Part VI, line 1b) ....	4	69
5	Total number of individuals employed in calendar year 2010 (Part V, line 2a) ...	5	285
6	Total number of volunteers (estimate if necessary) ....	6	40
7a	Total unrelated business revenue from Part VIII, column (C), line 12 ..	7a	8,703,285
b	Net unrelated business taxable income from Form 990-T, line 34 ..	7b	-2,396,324

		Prior Year	Current Year
8	Contributions and grants (Part VIII, line 1h) .........	46,041,356	49,399,174
9	Program service revenue (Part VIII, line 2g) .........	19,726,376	18,696,816
10	Investment income (Part VIII, column (A), lines 3, 4, and 7d ) ....	636,598	642,091
11	Other revenue (Part VIII, column (A), lines 5, 6d, 8c, 9c, 10c, and 11e)	149,678	357,611
12	Total revenue—add lines 8 through 11 (must equal Part VIII, column (A), line 12)...................	66,554,008	69,095,692
13	Grants and similar amounts paid (Part IX, column (A), lines 1–3 )...	4,005,088	2,966,536
14	Benefits paid to or for members (Part IX, column (A), line 4) ....	0	0
15	Salaries, other compensation, employee benefits (Part IX, column (A), lines 5–10)	22,905,859	25,059,549
16a	Professional fundraising fees (Part IX, column (A), line 11e)....	0	0
b	Total fundraising expenses (Part IX, column (D), line 25) 1,539,203
17	Other expenses (Part IX, column (A), lines 11a–11d, 11f–24f)....	37,652,819	38,040,955
18	Total expenses. Add lines 13–17 (must equal Part IX, column (A), line 25)	64,563,766	66,067,040
19	Revenue less expenses. Subtract line 18 from line 12......	1,990,242	3,028,652
		Beginning of Current Year	End of Year
20	Total assets (Part X, line 16)............	164,089,518	170,674,815
21	Total liabilities (Part X, line 26)............	12,037,246	10,377,863
22	Net assets or fund balances. Subtract line 21 from line 20 .....	152,052,272	160,296,952

Part II

Signature Block

Under penalties of perjury, I declare that I have examined this return, including accompanying schedules and statements, and to the best of my knowledge and belief, it is true, correct, and complete. Declaration of preparer (other than officer) is based on all information of which preparer has any knowledge.

Sign Here

	Signature of officer	Date

	Type or print name and title.

Paid Preparer's Use Only	Preparer's signature	Date	Check if self- employed	Preparer’s taxpayer identification number (see instructions)
	Firm’s name (or yours if self-employed), address, and ZIP + 4			EIN
				Phone no.

May the IRS discuss this return with the preparer shown above? (see instructions) ......... Yes No

For Privacy Act and Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the separate instructions.

Cat. No. 11282Y

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Part III

Statement of Program Service Accomplishments

Check if Schedule O contains a response to any question in this Part III . . . . . . . . . .

Briefly describe the organization’s mission: THE INSTITUTE'S MISSION IS TO FOSTER VALUES-BASED LEADERSHIP ENCOURAGING INDIVIDUALS TO REFLECT ON THE IDEALS AND IDEAS THAT DEFINE A GOOD SOCIETY AND TO PROVIDE A NEUTRAL AND BALANCED VENUE FOR DISCUSSING AND ACTING ON CRITICAL ISSUES. THE INSTITUTE DOES THIS IN FOUR WAYS:SEMINARS, WHICH HELP PARTICIPANTS REFLECT ON WHAT THEY THINK MAKES A GOOD SOCIETY AND ENHANCING THEIR CAPACITY TO SOLVE THE PROBLEMS LEADERS FACE; YOUNG LEADER FELLOWSHIPS AROUND THE GLOBE, WHICH BRING PROVEN LEADERS TOGETHER FOR AN INTENSE MULTI-YEAR PROGRAM AND COMMITMENT; POLICY PROGRAMS, WHICH SERVE AS NONPARTISAN FORUMS FOR ANALYSIS, CONSENSUS-BUILDING AND PROBLEM-SOLVING ON A WIDE VARIETY OF ISSUES; AND PUBLIC PROGRAMS WHICH PROVIDE A COMMONS FOR PEOPLE TO SHARE IDEAS. THE INSTITUTE IS BASED IN WASHINGTON D.C. WITH OPERATIONS IN ASPEN, COLORADO, NEW YORK CITY, AND ON THE WYE RIVER ON MARYLAND'S EASTERN SHORE. IT ALSO HAS AN INTERNATIONAL NETWORK OF PARTNERS.

Did the organization undertake any significant program services during the year which were not listed on
the prior Form 990 or 990-EZ? .................... Yes No

If “Yes,” describe these new services on Schedule O.

Did the organization cease conducting, or make significant changes in how it conducts, any program services? .......................... Yes No

If “Yes,” describe these changes on Schedule O.

Describe the exempt purpose achievements for each of the organization’s three largest program services by expenses.
Section 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations and section 4947(a)(1) trusts are required to report the amount of grants and allocations to others, the total expenses, and revenue, if any, for each program service reported.


4a	(Code: ) (Expenses $ 28,755,376 including grants of $ 2,489,692 ) (Revenue $ 2,621,837 )
	POLICY PROGRAM: THE INSTITUTE'S PROGRAMS ADVANCE PUBLIC AND PRIVATE-SECTOR KNOWLEDGE ON SIGNIFICANT POLICY ISSUES CONFRONTING CONTEMPORARY SOCIETY. THEY CONVENE LEADERS AND EXPERTS TO SEEK CONSTRUCTIVE SOLUTIONS TO CRITICAL PROBLEMS. WHILE EACH PROGRAM IS UNIQUE IN SUBSTANCE AND APPROACH THEY ALL SHARE A COMMITMENT TO ADVANCING BETTER POLICY BY BRINGING DIVERSE PERSPECTIVES TOGETHER IN PURSUIT OF INFORMED DIALOGUE AND EFFECTIVE SOLUTIONS.

4b	(Code: ) (Expenses $ 13,398,829 including grants of $ 0 ) (Revenue $ 0 )
	CAMPUS ACTIVITIES: THE INSTITUTE CARRIES OUT MUCH OF ITS WORK ON ITS TWO CAMPUSES. IN ASPEN, COLORADO AND ON THE WYE RIVER ON MARYLAND'S EASTERN SHORE WHERE NATURAL BEAUTY AND QUIET SURROUNDINGS ENCOURAGES THOUGHTFUL REFLECTION AND REFRESHES THE MIND, BODY AND SPIRIT.

4c	(Code: ) (Expenses $ 4,384,668 including grants of $ 3,920 ) (Revenue $ 5,458,891 )
	PUBLIC PROGRAMS: THE INSTITUTE'S PUBLIC PROGRAMS OPENS THE DOORS TO THE PUBLIC, OFFERING OPPORTUNITIES TO ENGAGE IN THOUGHTFUL, NONPARTISAN INQUIRY. OUR MAJOR EVENTS INCLUDE THE ASPEN IDEAS FESTIVAL, THE MCCLOSKEY SPEAKER SERIES, THE ENVIRONMENT FORUMS, THE HEALTH FORUMS, THE NEW YORK AND THE ALMA AND JOSEPH GILDENHORN BOOK SERIES. THESE PUBLIC FORUMS ENGAGE OVER 6,800 MEMBERS OF THE GENERAL PUBLIC ANNUALLY.

	(Code: ) (Expenses $ 2,862,262 including grants of $ 0 ) (Revenue $ 143,400 )
	GLOBAL LEADERSHIP NETWORK

	(Code: ) (Expenses $ 1,400,683 including grants of $ 0 ) (Revenue $ 1,788,879 )
	SEMINARS

	(Code: ) (Expenses $ 900,375 including grants of $ 27,559 ) (Revenue $ 168,054 )
	OTHER RESTRICTED PROGRAMS

4d	Other program services. (Describe in Schedule O.)
	(Expenses $ 5,163,320 including grants of $ 27,559 ) (Revenue $ 2,100,333 )
4e	Total program service expenses$ 51,702,193

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Part IV

Checklist of Required Schedules

Yes

Is the organization described in section 501(c)(3) or 4947(a)(1) (other than a private foundation)? If “Yes,” complete Schedule A Click to see attachment

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Yes

Is the organization required to complete Schedule B, Schedule of Contributors? Click to see attachment

........

Yes

Did the organization engage in direct or indirect political campaign activities on behalf of or in opposition to candidates for public office? If “Yes,” complete Schedule C, Part I Click to see attachment

..........

Section 501(c)(3) organizations. Did the organization engage in lobbying activities? If “Yes,” complete Schedule C,
Part II Click to see attachment

.........................

Yes

Is the organization a section 501(c)(4), 501(c)(5), or 501(c)(6) organization that receives membership dues, assessments, or similar amounts as defined in Revenue Procedure 98-19? If “Yes,” complete Schedule C, Part III........................

Did the organization maintain any donor advised funds or any similar funds or accounts where donors have the right to provide advice on the distribution or investment of amounts in such funds or accounts? If “Yes,” complete
Schedule D, Part I Click to see attachment

.......................

Did the organization receive or hold a conservation easement, including easements to preserve open space,
the environment, historic land areas or historic structures? If “Yes,” complete Schedule D, Part II Click to see attachment

...

Did the organization maintain collections of works of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets? If “Yes,” complete Schedule D, Part III Click to see attachment

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Did the organization report an amount in Part X, line 21; serve as a custodian for amounts not listed in Part X; or provide credit counseling, debt management, credit repair, or debt negotiation services? If “Yes,”
complete Schedule D, Part IV Click to see attachment

...................

Did the organization, directly or through a related organization, hold assets in term, permanent,or quasi-endowments? If “Yes,” complete Schedule D, Part V Click to see attachment

Yes

If the organization’s answer to any of the following questions is ‘Yes,’ then complete Schedule D, Parts VI, VII, VIII, IX, or X as applicable:

Did the organization report an amount for land, buildings, and equipment in Part X, line10? If “Yes,” complete Schedule D, Part VI. Click to see attachment

11a

Yes

Did the organization report an amount for investments—other securities in Part X, line 12 that is 5% or more of its total assets reported in Part X, line 16? If “Yes,” complete Schedule D, Part VII. Click to see attachment

11b

Yes

Did the organization report an amount for investments—program related in Part X, line 13 that is 5% or more of its total assets reported in Part X, line 16? If “Yes,” complete Schedule D, Part VIII. Click to see attachment

11c

Did the organization report an amount for other assets in Part X, line 15 that is 5% or more of its total assets reported in Part X, line 16? If “Yes,” complete Schedule D, Part IX. Click to see attachment

11d

Did the organization report an amount for other liabilities in Part X, line 25? If “Yes,” complete Schedule D, Part X. Click to see attachment

11e

Yes

Did the organization’s separate or consolidated financial statements for the tax year include a footnote that addresses the organization’s liability for uncertain tax positions under FIN 48 (ASC 740)? If “Yes,” complete Schedule D, Part X. Click to see attachment

11f

Yes

12a

Did the organization obtain separate, independent audited financial statements for the tax year? If “Yes,” complete Schedule D, Parts XI, XII, and XIII Click to see attachment

12a

Yes

Was the organization included in consolidated, independent audited financial statements for the tax year? If “Yes,” and if the organization answered ‘No’ to line 12a, then completing Schedule D, Parts XI, XII, and XIII is optional Click to see attachment

12b

Is the organization a school described in section 170(b)(1)(A)(ii)? If “Yes,” complete Schedule E

14a

Did the organization maintain an office, employees, or agents outside of the United States?....

14a

Did the organization have aggregate revenues or expenses of more than $10,000 from grantmaking, fundraising, business, and program service activities outside the United States? If “Yes,” complete Schedule F, Part I......... Click to see attachment

14b

Yes

Did the organization report on Part IX, column (A), line 3, more than $5,000 of grants or assistance to any organization or entity located outside the U.S.? If “Yes,” complete Schedule F, Part II.. Click to see attachment

Yes

Did the organization report on Part IX, column (A), line 3, more than $5,000 of aggregate grants or assistance to individuals located outside the U.S.? If “Yes,” complete Schedule F, Part III.. Click to see attachment

Did the organization report a total of more than $15,000, of expenses for professional fundraising services on Part IX, column (A), lines 6 and 11e? If “Yes,” complete Schedule G, Part I

Did the organization report more than $15,000 total of fundraising event gross income and contributions on Part VIII, lines 1c and 8a? If “Yes,” complete Schedule G, Part II..........

Yes

Did the organization report more than $15,000 of gross income from gaming activities on Part VIII, line 9a? If “Yes,” complete Schedule G, Part III...................

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Part IV

Checklist of Required Schedules (continued)

20a

Did the organization operate one or more hospitals? If “Yes,” complete Schedule H.....

20a

Did the organization attach its audited financial statement to this return? Note: All Form 990 filers that operate one or more hospitals must attach audited financial statements. .....

20b

Did the organization report more than $5,000 of grants and other assistance to governments and organizations in the United States on Part IX, column (A), line 1? If “Yes,” complete Schedule I, Parts I and II.. Click to see attachment

Yes

Did the organization report more than $5,000 of grants and other assistance to individuals in the United States on Part IX, column (A), line 2? If “Yes,” complete Schedule I, Parts I and III..... Click to see attachment

Yes

Did the organization answer “Yes” to Part VII, Section A, questions 3, 4, or 5, about compensation of the organization’s current and former officers, directors, trustees, key employees, and highest compensated employees? If “Yes,” complete Schedule J................ Click to see attachment

Yes

24a

Did the organization have a tax-exempt bond issue with an outstanding principal amount of more than $100,000 as of the last day of the year, that was issued after December 31, 2002? If “Yes,” answer questions 24b–24d and complete Schedule K. If “No,” go to line 25................

24a

Did the organization invest any proceeds of tax-exempt bonds beyond a temporary period exception?...

24b

Did the organization maintain an escrow account other than a refunding escrow at any time during the year
to defease any tax-exempt bonds?......................

24c

Did the organization act as an “on behalf of” issuer for bonds outstanding at any time during the year?...

24d

25a

Section 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations. Did the organization engage in an excess benefit transaction with a disqualified person during the year? If “Yes,” complete Schedule L, Part I......

25a

Is the organization aware that it engaged in an excess benefit transaction with a disqualified person in a prior year, and that the transaction has not been reported on any of the organization’s prior Forms 990 or 990-EZ? If “Yes,” complete Schedule L, Part I................

25b

Was a loan to or by a current or former officer, director, trustee, key employee, highly compensated employee, or disqualified person outstanding as of the end of the organization’s tax year? If “Yes,” complete Schedule L,
Part II...........................

Did the organization provide a grant or other assistance to an officer, director, trustee, key employee, substantial contributor, or a grant selection committee member, or to a person related to such an individual? If “Yes,” complete Schedule L, Part III...............

Was the organization a party to a business transaction with one of the following parties? (see Schedule L, Part IV instructions for applicable filing thresholds, conditions, and exceptions):

A current or former officer, director, trustee, or key employee? If “Yes,” complete Schedule L, Part IV .........................

28a

A family member of a current or former officer, director, trustee, or key employee? If “Yes,”
complete Schedule L, Part IV...................

28b

An entity of which a current or former officer, director, trustee, or key employee (or a family member thereof) was an officer, director, trustee, or owner? If “Yes,” complete Schedule L, Part IV..

28c

Did the organization receive more than $25,000 in non-cash contributions? If “Yes,” complete Schedule M Click to see attachment

Yes

Did the organization receive contributions of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets, or qualified conservation contributions? If “Yes,” complete Schedule M............ Click to see attachment

Did the organization liquidate, terminate, or dissolve and cease operations? If “Yes,” complete Schedule N,
Part I........................... Click to see attachment

Did the organization sell, exchange, dispose of, or transfer more than 25% of its net assets? If “Yes,” complete Schedule N, Part II.......................

Did the organization own 100% of an entity disregarded as separate from the organization under Regulations sections 301.7701-2 and 301.7701-3? If “Yes,” complete Schedule R, Part I........

Was the organization related to any tax-exempt or taxable entity? If “Yes,” complete Schedule R, Parts II, III, IV, and V, line 1.....................

Is any related organization a controlled entity within the meaning of section 512(b)(13)? .....

Did the organization receive any payment from or engage in any transaction with a controlled entity within the meaning of section 512(b)(13)? If “Yes,” complete Schedule R, Part V, line 2... YesNo

Section 501(c)(3) organizations. Did the organization make any transfers to an exempt non-charitable related organization? If “Yes,” complete Schedule R, Part V, line 2...........

Did the organization conduct more than 5% of its activities through an entity that is not a related organization and that is treated as a partnership for federal income tax purposes? If “Yes,” complete Schedule R, Part VI

Did the organization complete Schedule O and provide explanations in Schedule O for Part VI, lines 11 and 19? Note. All Form 990 filers are required to complete Schedule O. ............

Yes

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Part V

Statements Regarding Other IRS Filings and Tax Compliance

Check if Schedule O contains a response to any question in this Part V . . . . . . . . . .

Yes

Enter the number reported in Box 3 of Form 1096. Enter -0- if not applicable. .......

477

Enter the number of Forms W-2G included in line 1a. Enter -0- if not applicable.

Did the organization comply with backup withholding rules for reportable payments to vendors and reportable gaming (gambling) winnings to prize winners? ..................

Yes

Enter the number of employees reported on Form W-3, Transmittal of Wage and Tax Statements filed for the calendar year ending with or within the year covered by this return .....................

285

If at least one is reported on line 2a, did the organization file all required federal employment tax returns?

Note. If the sum of lines 1a and 2a is greater than 250, you may be required to e-file. (see instructions)

Yes

Did the organization have unrelated business gross income of $1,000 or more during the year?.............................

Yes

If “Yes,” has it filed a Form 990-T for this year? If “No,” provide an explanation in Schedule O.....

Yes

At any time during the calendar year, did the organization have an interest in, or a signature or other authority over, a financial account in a foreign country (such as a bank account or securities account)?.......................

If "Yes," enter the name of the foreign country: MediumBullet

See instructions for filing requirements for Form TD F 90-22.1, Report of Foreign Bank and Financial Accounts.

Was the organization a party to a prohibited tax shelter transaction at any time during the tax year?..

Did any taxable party notify the organization that it was or is a party to a prohibited tax shelter transaction?

If “Yes” to line 5a or 5b, did the organization file Form 8886-T? ........

Does the organization have annual gross receipts that are normally greater than $100,000, and did the organization solicit any contributions that were not tax deductible?..........

If “Yes,” did the organization include with every solicitation an express statement that such contributions or gifts were not tax deductible?........................

Organizations that may receive deductible contributions under section 170(c).

Did the organization receive a payment in excess of $75 made partly as a contribution and partly for goods and services provided to the payor?....................

If “Yes,” did the organization notify the donor of the value of the goods or services provided?.....

Did the organization sell, exchange, or otherwise dispose of tangible personal property for which it was required to file Form 8282?...........................

If “Yes,” indicate the number of Forms 8282 filed during the year ....

Did the organization receive any funds, directly or indirectly, to pay premiums on a personal benefit contract?..........................

Did the organization, during the year, pay premiums, directly or indirectly, on a personal benefit contract?..

If the organization received a contribution of qualified intellectual property, did the organization file Form 8899 as required?...................

If the organization received a contribution of cars, boats, airplanes, or other vehicles, did the organization file a Form 1098-C?...............

Sponsoring organizations maintaining donor advised funds and section 509(a)(3) supporting organizations. Did the supporting organization, or a donor advised fund maintained by a sponsoring organization, have excess business holdings at any time during the year?................

Sponsoring organizations maintaining donor advised funds.

Did the organization make any taxable distributions under section 4966?.........

Did the organization make a distribution to a donor, donor advisor, or related person?......

Section 501(c)(7) organizations. Enter:

Initiation fees and capital contributions included on Part VIII, line 12 ...

10a

Gross receipts, included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 12, for public use of club facilities

10b

Section 501(c)(12) organizations. Enter:

Gross income from members or shareholders .........

11a

Gross income from other sources (Do not net amounts due or paid to other sources against amounts due or received from them.) ........

11b

12a

Section 4947(a)(1) non-exempt charitable trusts. Is the organization filing Form 990 in lieu of Form 1041?

12a

If “Yes,” enter the amount of tax-exempt interest received or accrued during the year.

12b

Section 501(c)(29) qualified nonprofit health insurance issuers.

Is the organization licensed to issue qualified health plans in more than one state?
Note. All 501(c)(29) organizations must list in Schedule O each state in which they are licensed to issue qualified health plans, the amount of reserves required by each state, and the amount of reserves the organization allocated to each state.

13a

Enter the aggregate amount of reserves the organization is required to maintain by the states in which the organization is licensed to issue qualified health plans.

13b

Enter the aggregate amount of reserves on hand.

13c

14a

Did the organization receive any payments for indoor tanning services during the tax year?.....

14a

If "Yes," has it filed a Form 720 to report these payments? If “No,” provide an explanation in Schedule O..

14b

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Part VI

Governance, Management, and Disclosure For each “Yes” response to lines 2 through 7b below, and for a “No” response to lines 8a, 8b, or 10b below, describe the circumstances, processes, or changes in Schedule O. See instructions.

Check if Schedule O contains a response to any question in this Part VI . . . . . . . . . .

Section A. Governing Body and Management

Yes

Enter the number of voting members of the governing body at the end of the tax year ..............

Enter the number of voting members included in line 1a, above, who are independent .................

Did any officer, director, trustee, or key employee have a family relationship or a business relationship with any other officer, director, trustee, or key employee? .................

Did the organization delegate control over management duties customarily performed by or under the direct supervision of officers, directors or trustees, or key employees to a management company or other person? ..

Did the organization make any significant changes to its governing documents since the prior Form 990 was filed?

Yes

Did the organization become aware during the year of a significant diversion of the organization’s assets? .

Does the organization have members or stockholders? ................

Does the organization have members, stockholders, or other persons who may elect one or more members of the governing body? .........................

Are any decisions of the governing body subject to approval by members, stockholders, or other persons? ..

Did the organization contemporaneously document the meetings held or written actions undertaken during the year by the following:

The governing body? .........................

Yes

Each committee with authority to act on behalf of the governing body? ............

Yes

Is there any officer, director, trustee, or key employee listed in Part VII, Section A, who cannot be reached at the organization’s mailing address? If “Yes,” provide the names and addresses in Schedule O .....

Section B. Policies (This Section B requests information about policies not required by the Internal
Revenue Code.)

Yes

10a

Does the organization have local chapters, branches, or affiliates? ............

10a

If “Yes,” does the organization have written policies and procedures governing the activities of such chapters, affiliates, and branches to ensure their operations are consistent with those of the organization? ....

10b

11a

Has the organization provided a copy of this Form 990 to all members of its governing body before filing the form?

11a

Yes

Describe in Schedule O the process, if any, used by the organization to review the Form 990. .....

12a

Does the organization have a written conflict of interest policy? If “No,” go to line 13.......

12a

Yes

Are officers, directors or trustees, and key employees required to disclose annually interests that could give rise to conflicts? ...........................

12b

Yes

Does the organization regularly and consistently monitor and enforce compliance with the policy? If “Yes,” describe in Schedule O how this is done ....................

12c

Yes

Does the organization have a written whistleblower policy? ...............

Yes

Does the organization have a written document retention and destruction policy? .........

Yes

Did the process for determining compensation of the following persons include a review and approval by independent persons, comparability data, and contemporaneous substantiation of the deliberation and decision?

The organization’s CEO, Executive Director, or top management official ...........

15a

Yes

Other officers or key employees of the organization ................

15b

Yes

If "Yes" to line a or b, describe the process in Schedule O. (See instructions.)

16a

Did the organization invest in, contribute assets to, or participate in a joint venture or similar arrangement with a taxable entity during the year? ......................

16a

If “Yes,” has the organization adopted a written policy or procedure requiring the organization to evaluate its participation in joint venture arrangements under applicable federal tax law, and taken steps to safeguard the organization’s exempt status with respect to such arrangements? ............

16b

Section C. Disclosure

List the States with which a copy of this Form 990 is required to be filed MediumBullet

AL , AK , AZ , AR , CA , CO , CT , FL , GA , IL , KS , KY , ME , MD , MA , MI , MN , MO , MS , NH , NJ , NM , NY , NC , ND , OH , PA , OR , OK , RI , SC , UT , VA , WA , WV , WI

Section 6104 requires an organization to make its Form 1023 (or 1024 if applicable), 990, and 990-T (501(c)(3)s only) available for public inspection. Indicate how you make these available. Check all that apply.

Own website Another's website Upon request

Describe in Schedule O whether (and if so, how), the organization makes its governing documents, conflict of interest policy, and financial statements available to the public.

State the name, physical address, and telephone number of the person who possesses the books and records of the organization: MediumBullet

THE INSTITUTE
ONE DUPONT CIRCLE NW NO 700
WASHINGTON,DC200361133
(202) 736-1074

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Part VII

Compensation of Officers, Directors,Trustees, Key Employees, Highest Compensated Employees, and Independent Contractors

Check if Schedule O contains a response to any question in this Part VII . . . . . . . . . .

Section A. Officers, Directors, Trustees, Key Employees, and Highest Compensated Employees

1a Complete this table for all persons required to be listed. Report compensation for the calendar year ending with or within the organization’s tax year.
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List all of the organization’s current officers, directors, trustees (whether individuals or organizations), regardless of amount
of compensation, and current key employees. Enter -0- in columns (D), (E), and (F) if no compensation was paid.

List all of the organization’s current key employees, if any. See instructions for definition of "key employee."

List the organization’s five current highest compensated employees (other than an officer, director, trustee or key employee)
who received reportable compensation (Box 5 of Form W-2 and/or Box 7 of Form 1099-MISC) of more than $100,000 from the
organization and any related organizations.

List all of the organization’s former officers, key employees, or highest compensated employees who received more than $100,000
of reportable compensation from the organization and any related organizations.

List all of the organization’s former directors or trustees that received, in the capacity as a former director or trustee of the
organization, more than $10,000 of reportable compensation from the organization and any related organizations.

List persons in the following order: individual trustees or directors; institutional trustees; officers; key employees; highest
compensated employees; and former such persons.

Check this box if neither the organization nor any related organizations compensated any current or former officer, director, or trustee.

(A) Name and Title	(B) Average hours per week (describe hours for related organizations in Schedule O)	(C) Position (check all that apply)		(D) Reportable compensation from the organization (W- 2/1099-MISC)	(E) Reportable compensation from related organizations (W- 2/1099-MISC)	(F) Estimated amount of other compensation from the organization and related organizations
(A) Name and Title
(1) ROBERT K STEEL CHAIRMAN	1.00	X	X	0	0	0
(2) HENRY E CATTO VICE CHAIRMAN	.30	X	X	0	0	0
(3) BERL BERNHARD CHAIRMAN EMERITUS	.30	X	X	0	0	0
(4) LEONARD A LAUDER CHAIRMAN EMERITUS	.30	X	X	0	0	0
(5) WILLIAM E MAYER CHAIRMAN EMERITUS	.30	X	X	0	0	0
(6) MADELEINE K ALBRIGHT TRUSTEE	.30	X		0	0	0
(7) PAUL F ANDERSON TRUSTEE	.30	X		0	0	0
(8) MERCEDES BASS TRUSTEE	.30	X		0	0	0
(9) RICHARD BRADDOCK TRUSTEE	.30	X		0	0	0
(10) BETH A BROOKE TRUSTEE	.30	X		0	0	0
(11) MELVA BUCKSBAUM TRUSTEE	.30	X		0	0	0
(12) WILLIAM D BUDINGER TRUSTEE	.30	X		0	0	0
(13) STEPHEN L CARTER TRUSTEE	.30	X		0	0	0
(14) JAMES S CROWN TRUSTEE	.30	X		0	0	0
(15) ANDREA CUNNINGHAM TRUSTEE	.30	X		0	0	0
(16) JOHN DOERR TRUSTEE	.30	X		0	0	0
(17) SYLVIA A EARLE TRUSTEE	.30	X		0	0	0

Form 990 (2010)

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Part VII

Section A. Officers, Directors, Trustees, Key Employees, and Highest Compensated Employees (continued)

(A) Name and Title	(B) Average hours per week (describe hours for related organizations in Schedule O)	(C) Position (check all that apply)			(D) Reportable compensation from the organization (W- 2/1099-MISC)	(E) Reportable compensation from related organizations (W- 2/1099-MISC)	(F) Estimated amount of other compensation from the organization and related organizations
(A) Name and Title
(18) MICHAEL EISNER TRUSTEE	.30	X			0	0	0
(19) L BROOKS ENTWISTLE TRUSTEE	.30	X			0	0	0
(20) LEONHARD FISCHER TRUSTEE	.30	X			0	0	0
(21) ALAN FLETCHER TRUSTEE	.30	X			0	0	0
(22) HENRIETTA HOLSMAN FORE TRUSTEE	.30	X			0	0	0
(23) ANN B FRIEDMAN TRUSTEE	.30	X			0	0	0
(24) STEPHEN FRIEDMAN TRUSTEE	.30	X			0	0	0
(25) HENRY LOUIS GATES JR TRUSTEE	.30	X			0	0	0
(26) MIRCEA D GEOANA TRUSTEE	.30	X			0	0	0
(27) DAVID GERGEN TRUSTEE	.30	X			0	0	0
(28) ALMA L GILDENHORN TRUSTEE	.30	X			0	0	0
(29) GERALD GREENWALD TRUSTEE	.30	X			0	0	0
(30) PATRICK W GROSS TRUSTEE	.30	X			0	0	0
(31) ARJUN GUPTA TRUSTEE	.30	X			0	0	0
(32) SINDEY HARMAN TRUSTEE	.30	X			0	0	0
(33) HAYNE HIPP TRUSTEE	.30	X			0	0	0
(34) GERALD D HOSIER TRUSTEE	.30	X			0	0	0
(35) ANN FRASHER HUDSON TRUSTEE	.30	X			0	0	0
(36) ROBERT J HURST TRUSTEE	.30	X			0	0	0
(37) JEAN-PIERRE JOUYET TRUSTEE	.30	X			0	0	0
(38) OTARO KOBAYASHI TRUSTEE	.30	X			0	0	0
(39) DAVID H KOCH TRUSTEE	.30	X			0	0	0
(40) ANN MCLAUGHLIN KOROLOGOS TRUSTEE	.30	X			0	0	0
(41) TIMOTHY K KRAUSKOPF TRUSTEE	.30	X			0	0	0
(42) ELISABETH LULIN TRUSTEE- THRU 4/10/10	.30	X			0	0	0
(43) FREDERICK V MALEK TRUSTEE	.30	X			0	0	0
(44) JAMES MANYIKA TRUSTEE	.30	X			0	0	0
(45) BONNIE PALMER MCCLOSKEY TRUSTEE	.30	X			0	0	0
(46) DAVID MCCORMICK TRUSTEE	.30	X			0	0	0
(47) ANNE WELSH MCNULTY TRUSTEE	.30	X			0	0	0
(48) ELEANOR MERRILL TRUSTEE - THRU 4/10/10	.30	X			0	0	0
(49) KARLHEINZ MUHR TRUSTEE	.30	X			0	0	0
(50) CLARE MUNANA TRUSTEE	.30	X			0	0	0
(51) ELINOR BUNIN MUNROE TRUSTEE - THRU 4/10/10	.30	X			0	0	0
(52) JERRY MURDOCK TRUSTEE	.30	X			0	0	0
(53) MARC B NATHANSON TRUSTEE	.30	X			0	0	0
(54) WILLIAM A NITZE TRUSTEE	.30	X			0	0	0
(55) HER MAJESTY QUEEN NOOR TRUSTEE	.30	X			0	0	0
(56) JACQUELINE NOVOGRATZ TRUSTEE	.30	X			0	0	0
(57) OLARA A OTUNNU TRUSTEE	.30	X			0	0	0
(58) ELAINE PAGELS TRUSTEE	.30	X			0	0	0
(59) CHARLES POWELL TRUSTEE	.30	X			0	0	0
(60) MICHAEL K POWELL TRUSTEE	.30	X			0	0	0
(61) MARGOT PRITZKER TRUSTEE	.30	X			0	0	0
(62) LYNDA RESNICK TRUSTEE	.30	X			0	0	0
(63) CONDOLEEZZA RICE TRUSTEE	.30	X			0	0	0
(64) ISAAC O SHONGWE TRUSTEE	.30	X			0	0	0
(65) ANNA DEAVERE SMITH TRUSTEE	.30	X			0	0	0
(66) MICHELLE SMITH TRUSTEE	.30	X			0	0	0
(67) JAVIER SOLANA TRUSTEE	.30	X			0	0	0
(68) GAUTAM THAPAR TRUSTEE	.30	X			0	0	0
(69) GIULIO TREMONTI TRUSTEE	.30	X			0	0	0
(70) RODERICK K VON LIPSEY TRUSTEE	.30	X			0	0	0
(71) VIN WEBER TRUSTEE	.30	X			0	0	0
(72) BEATRICE W WELTERS TRUSTEE	.30	X			0	0	0
(73) ALICE YOUNG TRUSTEE	.30	X			0	0	0
(74) WALTER ISAACSON PRESIDENT/CEO	40.00		X		760,425	0	55,818
(75) AMY MARGERUM EXEC. VP/CORPORATE S.	40.00		X		304,448	0	54,921
(76) ELLIOT GERSON EXECUTIVE VP	40.00		X		306,497	0	53,279
(77) DOLORES GORGONE CFO/VP FINANCE/HR	40.00		X		199,927	0	32,150
(78) PETER A REILING EXECUTIVE VP	40.00		X		299,345	0	55,799
(79) SUSAN SHERWIN EXECUTIVE VP	40.00		X		248,706	0	50,686
(80) RICHARD CLARK DIRECTOR	40.00			X	344,586	0	50,702
(81) MARY ROBINSON DIRECTOR, EGI	40.00			X	347,152	0	51,236
(82) CHARLES FIRESTONE EXEC. DIR. C&S	40.00			X	266,562	0	50,704
(83) MARVIN EDWARDS DIR. RODEL	40.00			X	255,075	0	46,165
(84) JANE WALES EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR-PSI	40.00			X	317,574	0	26,895

1b	Sub-Total................
c	Total from continuation sheets to Part VII, Section A....
d	Total (add lines 1b and 1c)............	3,650,297	0	528,355

Total number of individuals (including but not limited to those listed above) who received more than $100,000 in reportable compensation from the organization MediumBullet

Yes

Did the organization list any former officer, director or trustee, key employee, or highest compensated employee on line 1a? If “Yes,” complete Schedule J for such individual .............

For any individual listed on line 1a, is the sum of reportable compensation and other compensation from the organization and related organizations greater than $150,000? If “Yes,” complete Schedule J for such individual...........................

Yes

Did any person listed on line 1a receive or accrue compensation from any unrelated organization or individual for services rendered to the organization? If “Yes,” complete Schedule J for such person .....

Section B. Independent Contractors

Complete this table for your five highest compensated independent contractors that received more than $100,000 of compensation from the organization.

(A) Name and business address	(B) Description of services	(C) Compensation
SHEILA A BROWN 1 TOWER HILL ROAD BOW,NH03304	PROGRAM CONSULTANT	206,352
SPITFIRE STRATEGIES LLC 1800 M STREET NW SUITE 300 WASHINGTON,DC20036	PROGRAM CONSULTANT	144,655
I THREE GRAPHIC 23400 TWO RIVERS RD SUITE 48 BASALT,CO81621	WEB DESIGN	129,903
JAMES PICKUP 2916 RICHMOND LANE ALEXANDRIA,VA22305	LEGAL CONSULTING	120,000
FRANMARIE KENNEDY 3303 WATER ST NW APT 4N WASHINGTON,DC20007	PROGRAM CONSULTANT	110,000
2 Total number of independent contractors (including but not limited to those listed above) who received more than $100,000 in compensation from the organization 12

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Page 9

Part VIII

Statement of Revenue

				(A) Total revenue	(B) Related or exempt function revenue	(C) Unrelated business revenue	(D) Revenue excluded from tax under sections 512, 513, or 514
1a	Federated campaigns..1a
b	Membership dues....1b
c	Fundraising events....1c		1,896,413
d	Related organizations...1d
e	Government grants (contributions)1e		1,231,098

f	All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above1f		46,271,663
g	Noncash contributions included in lines 1a-1f:$ 2,341,062
h	Total. Add lines 1a-1f.......			49,399,174
			Business Code
2a	CONF./FACILITY FEES		531,390	8,515,755		8,515,755
b	SEMINAR FEES		900,099	5,300,110	5,300,110
c	CONTRACT REVENUE		900,099	4,687,683	4,687,683
d	MEMBERSHIP FEES		900,099	154,585	154,585
e	BOOK SALES		900,099	38,683	38,683
f	All other program service revenue .
g	Total. Add lines 2a–2f........			18,696,816
3	Investment income (including dividends, interest
	and other similar amounts).....			567,534		-2,015	569,549
4	Income from investment of tax-exempt bond proceeds..
5	Royalties............
		(i) Real	(ii) Personal
6a	Gross Rents
b	Less: rental expenses
c	Rental income or (loss)
d	Net rental income or (loss).......
		(i) Securities	(ii) Other
7a	Gross amount from sales of assets other than inventory	178,001,103	88,440
b	Less: cost or other basis and sales expenses	177,920,232	94,754
c	Gain or (loss)	80,871	-6,314
d	Net gain or (loss)..........			74,557			74,557
8a	Gross income from fundraising events (not including $ 1,896,413 of contributions reported on line 1c). See Part IV, line 18 ...
	a		227,376
b	Less: direct expenses ...b		485,248
c	Net income or (loss) from fundraising events..			-257,872			-257,872
9a	Gross income from gaming activities. See Part IV, line 19 ...
	a
b	Less: direct expenses ...b
c	Net income or (loss) from gaming activities...
10a	Gross sales of inventory, less returns and allowances .
	a
b	Less: cost of goods sold ..b
c	Net income or (loss) from sales of inventory..
Miscellaneous Revenue			Business Code
11a	OTHER INCOME		900,099	223,581			223,581
b	SUBLEASE INCOME		900,099	202,357			202,357
c	ADVERTISING INCOME		541,800	189,545		189,545
d	All other revenue ....
e	Total. Add lines 11a–11d ......			615,483
12	Total revenue. See Instructions....			69,095,692	10,181,061	8,703,285	812,172

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Part IX

Statement of Functional Expenses

Section 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations must complete all columns. All other organizations must complete column (A) but are not required to complete columns (B), (C), and (D).

Do not include amounts reported on lines 6b, 7b, 8b, 9b, and 10b of Part VIII.		(A) Total expenses	(B) Program service expenses	(C) Management and general expenses	(D) Fundraising expenses
1	Grants and other assistance to governments and organizations in the U.S. See Part IV, line 21	2,100,816	2,100,816
2	Grants and other assistance to individuals in the U.S. See Part IV, line 22	420,355	420,355
3	Grants and other assistance to governments, organizations, and individuals outside the U.S. See Part IV, lines 15 and 16	445,365	445,365
4	Benefits paid to or for members
5	Compensation of current officers, directors, trustees, and key employees ....	2,422,001	282,417	1,840,192	299,392
6	Compensation not included above, to disqualified persons (as defined under section 4958(f)(1)) and persons described in section 4958(c)(3)(B) ....
7	Other salaries and wages	17,304,542	13,467,305	3,343,686	493,551
8	Pension plan contributions (include section 401(k) and section 403(b) employer contributions) ....	1,757,928	1,412,879	299,885	45,164
9	Other employee benefits .......	2,343,895	1,767,298	489,273	87,324
10	Payroll taxes ...........	1,231,183	900,995	278,986	51,202
11	Fees for services (non-employees):
a	Management ......
b	Legal .........	232,689	41,105	191,584
c	Accounting ...........	134,299	11,994	122,305
d	Lobbying ...........
e	Professional fundraising. See Part IV, line 17..
f	Investment management fees ......	21,552		21,552
g	Other ..........	6,425,970	6,172,534	216,152	37,284
12	Advertising and promotion ....	431,292	395,132	35,117	1,043
13	Office expenses .......	1,519,337	955,231	482,182	81,924
14	Information technology ......	983,050	518,039	447,401	17,610
15	Royalties ..
16	Occupancy ...........	2,457,635	1,833,533	596,127	27,975
17	Travel ............	8,029,207	7,449,536	465,155	114,516
18	Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials ......
19	Conferences, conventions, and meetings ....	1,779,103	1,623,894	121,007	34,202
20	Interest ...........
21	Payments to affiliates .......
22	Depreciation, depletion, and amortization .....	3,566,888		3,566,888
23	Insurance ..............	241,491	275	241,216
24	Other expenses. Itemize expenses not covered above. (Expenses grouped together and labeled miscellaneous may not exceed 5% of total expenses shown on line 25 below.)
a	CONTRACTED SERVICES	11,393,968	11,393,968
b	BAD DEBT	305,801	101,723	8,760	195,318
c	OTHER TAXES/FEES	287,923	252,738	141	35,044
d	REFRESH/AWARDS/CONTR.	122,926	86,408	27,584	8,934
e	BOOKS AND PUBLICATIONS	66,876	53,505	13,088	283
f	All other expenses	40,948	15,148	17,363	8,437
25	Total functional expenses. Add lines 1 through 24f	66,067,040	51,702,193	12,825,644	1,539,203
26	Joint costs. Check here if following SOP 98-2 (ASC 958-720). Complete this line only if the organization reported in column (B) joint costs from a combined educational campaign and fundraising solicitation

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				(A) Beginning of year		(B) End of year
1	Cashnon-interest-bearing ..........			13,718	1	15,237
2	Savings and temporary cash investments .......			10,127,493	2	8,394,187
3	Pledges and grants receivable, net .........			29,616,462	3	24,701,726
4	Accounts receivable, net .........			1,281,346	4	1,085,456
5	Receivables from current and former officers, directors, trustees, key employees, and highest compensated employees. Complete Part II of
	Schedule L ..........				5
6	Receivables from other disqualified persons (as defined under section 4958(f)(1)) and persons described in section 4958(c)(3)(B). Complete Part II of
	Schedule L ..........				6
7	Notes and loans receivable, net .............				7
8	Inventories for sale or use ..............			96,834	8	97,936
9	Prepaid expenses and deferred charges ............			510,267	9	489,754
10a	Land, buildings, and equipment: cost or other basis. Complete Part VI of Schedule D	10a	90,550,856
b	Less: accumulated depreciation. .....	10b	31,184,398	55,087,651	10c	59,366,458
11	Investments—publicly traded securities ..........			13,979,515	11	22,834,730
12	Investments—other securities. See Part IV, line 11 ......			53,224,140	12	53,473,260
13	Investments—program-related. See Part IV, line 11 ..				13
14	Intangible assets .........				14
15	Other assets. See Part IV, line 11 ...........			152,092	15	216,071
16	Total assets. Add lines 1 through 15 (must equal line 34)...			164,089,518	16	170,674,815
17	Accounts payable and accrued expenses .			4,456,276	17	3,923,553
18	Grants payable ..........			3,358,209	18	713,504
19	Deferred revenue ..........			2,660,443	19	3,717,684
20	Tax-exempt bond liabilities ..........				20
21	Escrow or custodial account liability. Complete Part IV of Schedule D..				21
22	Payables to current and former officers, directors, trustees, key employees, highest compensated employees, and disqualified
	persons. Complete Part II of Schedule L..........				22
23	Secured mortgages and notes payable to unrelated third parties ..				23
24	Unsecured notes and loans payable to unrelated third parties ....				24
25	Other liabilities. Complete Part X of Schedule D.....			1,562,318	25	2,023,122
26	Total liabilities. Add lines 17 through 25.....			12,037,246	26	10,377,863
	Organizations that follow SFAS 117, check here and complete lines 27 through 29, and lines 33 and 34.
27	Unrestricted net assets .....			72,607,975	27	85,844,583
28	Temporarily restricted net assets .....			55,725,346	28	49,067,431
29	Permanently restricted net assets .....			23,718,951	29	25,384,938
	Organizations that do not follow SFAS 117, check here and complete lines 30 through 34.
30	Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds .....				30
31	Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, building or equipment fund .....				31
32	Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds				32
33	Total net assets or fund balances .....			152,052,272	33	160,296,952
34	Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances .....			164,089,518	34	170,674,815

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Part XI

Reconcilliation of Net Assets

Check if Schedule O contains a response to any question in this Part XI . . . . . . . . . .

Total revenue (must equal Part VIII, column (A), line 12) . . .

69,095,692

Total expenses (must equal Part IX, column (A), line 25) . . . . .

66,067,040

Revenue less expenses. Subtract line 2 from line 1 . . . .

3,028,652

Net assets or fund balances at beginning of year (must equal Part X, line 33, column (A)) . .

152,052,272

Other changes in net assets or fund balances (explain in Schedule O) . . . .

5,216,028

Net assets or fund balances at end of year. Combine lines 3, 4, and 5 (must equal Part X, line 33, column (B)) . . . . . .

160,296,952

Part XII

Financial Statements and Reporting

Check if Schedule O contains a response to any question in this Part XII . . . . . . . . . .

Yes

Accounting method used to prepare the Form 990: Cash Accrual Other
If the organization changed its method of accounting from a prior year or checked "Other," explain in
Schedule O.

Were the organization’s financial statements compiled or reviewed by an independent accountant?..

Were the organization’s financial statements audited by an independent accountant?........

Yes

If “Yes,” to 2a or 2b, does the organization have a committee that assumes responsibility for oversight of the audit, review, or compilation of its financial statements and selection of an independent accountant?
If the organization changed either its oversight process or selection process during the tax year, explain in Schedule O............................

Yes

If “Yes” to line 2a or 2b, check a box below to indicate whether the financial statements for the year were issued on a separate basis, consolidated basis, or both:

Separate basis Consolidated basis Both consolidated and separated basis

As a result of a federal award, was the organization required to undergo an audit or audits as set forth in the Single Audit Act and OMB Circular A-133? ................

If “Yes,” did the organization undergo the required audit or audits? If the organization did not undergo the required audit or audits, explain why in Schedule O and describe any steps taken to undergo such audits. ..

Form 990 (2010)

Additional Data

Software ID:
Software Version:

Form 990, Special Condition Description:

Special Condition Description

- TIN:

SCHEDULE A
(Form 990 or 990EZ)

Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service

Public Charity Status and Public Support

Complete if the organization is a section 501(c)(3) organization or a section
4947(a)(1) nonexempt charitable trust.

Attach to Form 990 or Form 990-EZ. right arrow

See separate instructions.

OMB No. 1545-0047

2010

Open to Public
Inspection

Name of the organization

THE ASPEN INSTITUTE

Employer identification number

84-0399006

Part I

Reason for Public Charity Status (All organizations must complete this part.) See instructions

The organization is not a private foundation because it is: (For lines 1 through 11, check only one box.)

A church, convention of churches, or association of churches. section 170(b)(1)(A)(i).

A school described in section 170(b)(1)(A)(ii). (Attach Schedule E.)

A hospital or a cooperative hospital service organization described in section 170(b)(1)(A)(iii).

A medical research organization operated in conjunction with a hospital described in section 170(b)(1)(A)(iii). Enter the hospital's name, city, and state:

An organization operated for the benefit of a college or university owned or operated by a governmental unit described in

section 170(b)(1)(A)(iv). (Complete Part II.)

A federal, state, or local government or governmental unit described in section 170(b)(1)(A)(v).

An organization that normally receives a substantial part of its support from a governmental unit or from the general public described in

section 170(b)(1)(A)(vi). (Complete Part II.)

A community trust described in section 170(b)(1)(A)(vi). (Complete Part II.)

An organization that normally receives: (1) more than 331/3% of its support from contributions, membership fees, and gross

receipts from activities related to its exempt functions—subject to certain exceptions, and (2) no more than 331/3% of

its support from gross investment income and unrelated business taxable income (less section 511 tax) from businesses

acquired by the organization after June 30, 1975. See section 509(a)(2). (Complete Part III.)

An organization organized and operated exclusively to test for public safety. Seesection 509(a)(4).

An organization organized and operated exclusively for the benefit of, to perform the functions of, or to carry out the purposes of one or more publicly supported organizations described in section 509(a)(1) or section 509(a)(2). See section 509(a)(3). Check the box that describes the type of supporting organization and complete lines 11e through 11h.

Type I

Type II

Type III - Functionally integrated

Type III - Other

By checking this box, I certify that the organization is not controlled directly or indirectly by one or more disqualified persons other than foundation managers and other than one or more publicly supported organizations described in section 509(a)(1) or section 509(a)(2).

If the organization received a written determination from the IRS that it is a Type I, Type II or Type III supporting organization, check this box ..................................................

Since August 17, 2006, has the organization accepted any gift or contribution from any of the
following persons?

(i) a person who directly or indirectly controls, either alone or together with persons described in (ii)

Yes

and (iii) below, the governing body of the the supported organization? ................

11g(i)

(ii) a family member of a person described in (i) above? ......................

11g(ii)

(iii) a 35% controlled entity of a person described in (i) or (ii) above? ................

11g(iii)

Provide the following information about the supported organization(s).

(i) Name of supported organization	(ii) EIN	(iv) Is the organization in col. (i) listed in your governing document?		(v) Did you notify the organization in col. (i) of your support?		(vi) Is the organization in col. (i) organized in the U.S.?		(vii) Amount of support?
(i) Name of supported organization	(ii) EIN	Yes	No	Yes	No	Yes	No	(vii) Amount of support?


Total

For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990.

Cat. No. 11285F

Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2010

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Part II

Support Schedule for Organizations Described in IRC 170(b)(1)(A)(iv) and 170(b)(1)(A)(vi)
(Complete only if you checked the box on line 5, 7, or 8 of Part I or if the organization failed to qualify under Part III. If the organization fails to qualify under the tests listed below, please complete Part III.)

Section A. Public Support

Calendar year(or fiscal year beginning in)		(a) 2006	(b) 2007	(c) 2008	(d) 2009	(e) 2010	(f) Total
1	Gifts, grants, contributions, and membership fees received. (Do not include any "unusual grants.") ....	45,153,965	54,098,271	45,660,759	46,041,356	49,443,174	240,397,525
2	Tax revenues levied for the organization's benefit and either paid to or expended on its behalf.......
3	The value of services or facilities furnished by a governmental unit to the organization without charge..
4	Total. Add lines 1 through 3..	45,153,965	54,098,271	45,660,759	46,041,356	49,443,174	240,397,525
5	The portion of total contributions by each person (other than a governmental unit or publicly supported organization) included on line 1 that exceeds 2% of the amount shown on line 11, column (f)..						20,305,074
6	Public Support. Subtract line 5 from line 4.						220,092,451

Section B. Total Support

Calendar year(or fiscal year beginning in)		(a) 2006	(b) 2007	(c) 2008	(d) 2009	(e) 2010	(f) Total
7	Amounts from line 4..	45,153,965	54,098,271	45,660,759	46,041,356	49,443,174	240,397,525
8	Gross income from interest, dividends, payments received on securities loans, rents, royalties and income from similar sources..	939,227	657,132	755,293	574,674	769,891	3,696,217
9	Net income from unrelated business activities, whether or not the business is regularly carried on..
10	Other income. (Explain in Part IV.) Do not include gain or loss from the sale of capital assets..	233,666	274,931	286,354	324,107	235,057	1,354,115
11	Total support (Add lines 7 through 10).						245,447,857

Gross receipts from related activities, etc. (See instructions.) ..................

73,685,629

First Five Years If the Form 990 is for the organization's first, second, third, fourth, or fifth tax year as a 501(c)(3) organization,
check this box and stop here.......................................... right arrow

Section C. Computation of Public Support Percentage

Public Support Percentage for 2010 (line 6 column (f) divided by line 11 column (f)) .........

89.670 %

Public Support Percentage for 2009 Schedule A, Part II, line 14 ...............

89.130 %

16a

33 1/3% support test—2010. If the organization did not check the box on line 13, and line 14 is 33 1/3% or more, check this box
and stop here. The organization qualifies as a publicly supported organization ...................... right arrow

33 1/3% support test—2009. If the organization did not check the box on line 13 or 16a, and line 15 is 33 1/3% or more, check this
box and stop here. The organization qualifies as a publicly supported organization ..................... right arrow

17a

10%-facts-and-circumstances test—2010. If the organization did not check a box on line 13, 16a, or 16b and line 14
is 10% or more, and if the organization meets the "facts and circumstances" test, check this box and stop here. Explain
in Part IV how the organization meets the "facts and circumstances" test. The organization qualifies as a publicly supported
organization .................................................. right arrow

10%-facts-and-circumstances test—2009. If the organization did not check a box on line 13, 16a, 16b, or 17a and line
15 is 10% or more, and if the organization meets the "facts and circumstances" test, check this box and stop here.
Explain in Part IV how the organization meets the "facts and circumstances" test. The organization qualifies as a publicly
supported organization .............................................. right arrow

Private Foundation If the organization did not check a box on line 13, 16a, 16b, 17a or 17b, check this box and see
instructions ................................................... right arrow

Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2010

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Part III

Support Schedule for Organizations Described in IRC 509(a)(2)
(Complete only if you checked the box on line 9 of Part I or if the organization failed to qualify under Part II. If the organization fails to qualify under the tests listed below, please complete Part II.)

Section A. Public Support

Calendar year(or fiscal year beginning in)		(a) 2006	(b) 2007	(c) 2008	(d) 2009	(e) 2010	(f) Total
1	Gifts, grants, contributions, and membership fees received. (Do not include any "unusual grants.") .
2	Gross receipts from admissions, merchandise sold or services performed, or facilities furnished in any activity that is related to the organization's tax-exempt purpose......
3	Gross receipts from activities that are not an unrelated trade or business under section 513..
4	Tax revenues levied for the organization's benefit and either paid to or expended on its behalf...
5	The value of services or facilities furnished by a governmental unit to the organization without charge..
6	Total. Add lines 1 through 5.
7a	Amounts included on lines 1, 2, and 3 received from disqualified persons...
b	Amounts included on lines 2 and 3 received from other than disqualified persons that exceed the greater of $5,000 or 1% of the amount on line 13 for the year.
c	Add lines 7a and 7b..
8	Public Support (Subtract line 7c from line 6.)

Section B. Total Support

Calendar year (or fiscal year beginning in)		(a) 2006	(b) 2007	(c) 2008	(d) 2009	(e) 2010	(f) Total
9	Amounts from line 6...
10a	Gross income from interest, dividends, payments received on securities loans, rents, royalties and income from similar sources..
b	Unrelated business taxable income (less section 511 taxes) from businesses acquired after June 30, 1975.
c	Add lines 10a and 10b.
11	Net income from unrelated business activities not included in line 10b, whether or not the business is regularly carried on.
12	Other income. Do not include gain or loss from the sale of capital assets (Explain in Part IV.)
13	Total support (Add lines 9, 10c, 11 and 12.).

Section C. Computation of Public Support Percentage

Public Support Percentage for 2010 (line 8 column (f) divided by line 13 column (f)) .........

Public support percentage from 2009 Schedule A, Part III, line 15 ...............

Section D. Computation of Investment Income Percentage

Investment income percentage for 2010 (line 10c column (f) divided by line 13 column (f)) ......

Investment income percentage from 2009 Schedule A, Part III, line 17 .............

19a

33 1/3% support tests—2010. If the organization did not check the box on line 14, and line 15 is more than 33 1/3% and line 17 is not more than 33 1/3%, check this box and stop here. The organization qualifies as a publicly supported organization .......... right arrow

33 1/3% support tests—2009. If the organization did not check a box on line 14 or line 19a, and line 16 is more than 33 1/3% and line 18 is not more than 33 1/3%, check this box and stop here. The organization qualifies as a publicly supported organization .... right arrow

Private Foundation If the organization did not check a box on line 14, 19a or 19b, check this box and see instructions ..... right arrow

Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2010

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Part IV

Supplemental Information. Supplemental Information. Complete this part to provide the explanation required by Part II, line 10; Part II, line 17a or 17b; or Part III, line 12. Also complete this part for any additional information. (See instructions).

Facts And Circumstances Test

Explanation

Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2010

Additional Data

Software ID:
Software Version:

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Schedule B
(Form 990, 990-EZ,
or 990-PF)

Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service

Schedule of Contributors

Attach to Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF.

OMB No. 1545-0047

2010

Name of organization

THE ASPEN INSTITUTE

Employer identification number

84-0399006

Organization type (check one):

Filers of:

Section:

Form 990 or 990-EZ

501(c)( ) (enter number) organization

4947(a)(1) nonexempt charitable trust not treated as a private foundation

527 political organization

Form 990-PF

501(c)(3) exempt private foundation

4947(a)(1) nonexempt charitable trust treated as a private foundation

501(c)(3) taxable private foundation

Check if your organization is covered by the General Rule or a Special Rule.
Note. Only a section 501(c)(7), (8), or (10) organization can check boxes for both the General Rule and a Special Rule. See instructions.

General Rule

For an organization filing Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF that received, during the year, $5,000 or more (in money or
property) from any one contributor. Complete Parts I and II.

Special Rules

For a section 501(c)(3) organization filing Form 990 or 990-EZ, that met the 33¹/3% support test of the regulations
under sections 509(a)(1) and 170(b)(1)(A)(vi), and received from any one contributor, during the year, a contribution of the
greater of (1) $5,000 or (2) 2% of the amount on (i) Form 990, Part VIII, line 1h, or (ii) Form 990-EZ, line 1. Complete Parts I and II.

For a section 501(c)(7), (8), or (10) organization filing Form 990, or 990-EZ, that received from any one contributor,
during the year, aggregate contributions of more than $1,000 for use exclusively for religious, charitable,
scientific, literary, or educational purposes, or the prevention of cruelty to children or animals. Complete Parts I, II, and
III.

For a section 501(c)(7), (8), or (10) organization filing Form 990, or 990-EZ, that received from any one contributor,
during the year, contributions for use exclusively for religious, charitable, etc., purposes, but these contributions did
not aggregate to more than $1,000. If this box is checked, enter here the total contributions that were received during
the year for an exclusively religious, charitable, etc., purpose. Do not complete any of the parts unless the General Rule
applies to this organization because it received nonexclusively religious, charitable, etc., contributions of $5,000 or more
during the year. ......................... Arrow Bullet

Caution. An Organization that is not covered by the General Rule and/or the Special Rules does not file Schedule B (Form 990,
990-EZ, or 990-PF), but it must answer “No” on Part IV, line 2 of its Form 990, or check the box in the heading of its
Form 990-EZ, or on line 2 of its Form 990-PF, to certify that it does not meet the filing requirements of Schedule B (Form 990,
990-EZ, or 990-PF).

For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions
for Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF.

Cat. No. 30613XSchedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2010)

Name of organization THE ASPEN INSTITUTE
Schedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2010) Page 1 of 1 of Part I
Part I	Contributors (see Instructions)
(a) No.	(b) Name, address, and ZIP + 4	(c) Aggregate contributions	(d) Type of contribution
RESTRICTED	RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED, RESTRICTED RESTRICTED	$RESTRICTED	Person Payroll Noncash (Complete Part II if there is a noncash contribution.)
(a) No.	(b) Name, address, and ZIP + 4	(c) Aggregate contributions	(d) Type of contribution
		$	Person Payroll Noncash (Complete Part II if there is a noncash contribution.)
(a) No.	(b) Name, address, and ZIP + 4	(c) Aggregate contributions	(d) Type of contribution
		$	Person Payroll Noncash (Complete Part II if there is a noncash contribution.)
(a) No.	(b) Name, address, and ZIP + 4	(c) Aggregate contributions	(d) Type of contribution
		$	Person Payroll Noncash (Complete Part II if there is a noncash contribution.)
(a) No.	(b) Name, address, and ZIP + 4	(c) Aggregate contributions	(d) Type of contribution
		$	Person Payroll Noncash (Complete Part II if there is a noncash contribution.)
(a) No.	(b) Name, address, and ZIP + 4	(c) Aggregate contributions	(d) Type of contribution
		$	Person Payroll Noncash (Complete Part II if there is a noncash contribution.)
Schedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2010)

Name of organization THE ASPEN INSTITUTE
Schedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2010) Page 1 of 1 of Part II
Part II	Noncash Property (see Instructions)
(a) No. from Part I	(b) Description of noncash property given	(c) FMV (or estimate) (see instructions)	(d) Date received
		$
(a) No. from Part I	(b) Description of noncash property given	(c) FMV (or estimate) (see instructions)	(d) Date received
		$
(a) No. from Part I	(b) Description of noncash property given	(c) FMV (or estimate) (see instructions)	(d) Date received
		$
(a) No. from Part I	(b) Description of noncash property given	(c) FMV (or estimate) (see instructions)	(d) Date received
		$
(a) No. from Part I	(b) Description of noncash property given	(c) FMV (or estimate) (see instructions)	(d) Date received
		$
(a) No. from Part I	(b) Description of noncash property given	(c) FMV (or estimate) (see instructions)	(d) Date received
		$
Schedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2010)

Schedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2010)

Page 1 of 1 of Part III

Name of organization
THE ASPEN INSTITUTE

Employer identification number

84-0399006

Part III

Exclusively religious, charitable, etc., individual contributions to section 501(c)(7), (8), or (10) organizations
aggregating more than $1,000 for the year. (Complete columns (a) through (e) and the following line entry.)
For organizations completing Part III, enter the total of exclusively religious, charitable, etc.,
contributions of $1,000 or less for the year. (Enter this information once. See instructions.) Arrow Bullet

(a) No.
from
Part I

(b)
Purpose of gift

(d)
Description of how gift is held

(e) Transfer of gift
Transferee's name, address, and ZIP 4	Relationship of transferor to transferee

(a) No.
from
Part I

(b)
Purpose of gift

(d)
Description of how gift is held

(e) Transfer of gift
Transferee's name, address, and ZIP 4	Relationship of transferor to transferee

(a) No.
from
Part I

(b)
Purpose of gift

(d)
Description of how gift is held

(e) Transfer of gift
Transferee's name, address, and ZIP 4	Relationship of transferor to transferee

(a) No.
from
Part I

(b)
Purpose of gift

(d)
Description of how gift is held

(e) Transfer of gift
Transferee's name, address, and ZIP 4	Relationship of transferor to transferee

Schedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2010)

Additional Data

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SCHEDULE C
(Form 990 or 990-EZ)

Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service

Political Campaign and Lobbying Activities

For Organizations Exempt From Income Tax Under section 501(c) and section 527
SchCMd Bullet

Complete if the organization is described below.
SchCMd Bullet

Attach to Form 990 or Form 990-EZ. SchCMd Bullet

See separate instructions.

OMB No. 1545-0047

2010

Open to Public
Inspection

If the organization answered “Yes,” to Form 990, Part IV, Line 3, or Form 990-EZ, Part V, line 46 (Political Campaign Activities), then
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Section 501(c)(3) organizations: Complete Parts I-A and B. Do not complete Part I-C.
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Section 501(c) (other than section 501(c)(3)) organizations: Complete Parts I-A and C below. Do not complete Part I-B.
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Section 527 organizations: Complete Part I-A only.
If the organization answered “Yes,” to Form 990, Part IV, Line 4, or Form 990-EZ, Part VI, line 47 (Lobbying Activities), then
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Section 501(c)(3) organizations that have filed Form 5768 (election under section 501(h)) Complete Part II-A. Do not complete Part II-B.
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Section 501(c)(3) organizations that have NOT filed Form 5768 (election under section 501(h)): Complete Part II-B. Do not complete Part II-A.
If the organization answered “Yes,” to Form 990, Part IV, Line 5 (Proxy Tax) or Form 990-EZ, Part V, line 35a (Proxy Tax), then
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Section 501(c)(4), (5), or (6) organizations: Complete Part III.

Name of the organization

THE ASPEN INSTITUTE

Employer identification number

84-0399006

Part I-A

Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c) or is a section 527 organization.

Provide a description of the organization's direct and indirect political campaign activities on behalf of or in opposition to candidates for public office in Part IV.

Political expenditures .................................... SchCMd Bullet

Volunteer hours ........................................

Part I-B

Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c)(3).

Enter the amount of any excise tax incurred by the organization under section 4955 ......... SchCMd Bullet

Enter the amount of any excise tax incurred by organization managers under section 4955 ...... SchCMd Bullet

If the organization incurred a section 4955 tax, did it file Form 4720 for this year? ..............

Yes No

Was a correction made? .........................................

Yes No

If "Yes," describe in Part IV.

Part I-C

Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c) except section 501(c)(3).

Enter the amount directly expended by the filing organization for section 527 exempt function activities SchCMd Bullet

Enter the amount of the filing organization's funds contributed to other organizations for section 527 exempt funtion activities .................................... SchCMd Bullet

Total exempt function expenditures. Add lines 1 and 2. Enter here and on Form 1120-POL, line 17b.. SchCMd Bullet

Did the filing organization file Form 1120-POL for this year? ..........................

Yes No

Enter the names, addresses and employer identification number (EIN) of all section 527 political organizations to which the filing
organization made payments. For each organization listed, enter the amount paid from the filing organization’s funds. Also enter the amount of political contributions received that were promptly and directly delivered to a separate political organization, such as a separate segregated fund or a political action committee (PAC). If additional space is needed, provide information in Part IV.

(a) Name	(b) Address	(c) EIN	(d) Amount paid from filing organization's funds. If none, enter -0-.	(e) Amount of political contributions received and promptly and directly delivered to a separate political organization. If none, enter -0-.

For Privacy Act and Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the instructions for Form 990.

Cat. No. 50084S

Schedule C (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2010

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Part II-A

Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c)(3) and filed Form 5768 (election under section 501(h)).

A Check if the filing organization belongs to an affiliated group.
B Check if the filing organization checked box A and "limited control" provisions apply.

Limits on Lobbying Expenditures (The term "expenditures" means amounts paid or incurred.)		(b) Affiliated Group Totals
1a	Total lobbying expenditures to influence public opinion (grass roots lobbying) ......
b	Total lobbying expenditures to influence a legislative body (direct lobbying) .......
c	Total lobbying expenditures (add lines 1a and 1b) ...................
d	Other exempt purpose expenditures ........................
e	Total exempt purpose expenditures (add lines 1c and 1d) ...............
f	Lobbying nontaxable amount. Enter the amount from the following table in both columns.
	If the amount on line 1e, column (a) or (b) is:The lobbying nontaxable amount is:
	Not over $500,00020% of the amount on line 1e.
	Over $500,000 but not over $1,000,000$100,000 plus 15% of the excess over $500,000.
	Over $1,000,000 but not over $1,500,000$175,000 plus 10% of the excess over $1,000,000.
	Over $1,500,000 but not over $17,000,000$225,000 plus 5% of the excess over $1,500,000.
	Over $17,000,000$1,000,000.

g	Grassroots nontaxable amount (enter 25% of line 1f) .................
h	Subtract line 1g from line 1a. If zero or less, enter -0-. ................
i	Subtract line 1f from line 1c. If zero or less, enter -0-. ................
j	If there is an amount other than zero on either line 1h or line 1i, did the organization file Form 4720 reporting section 4911 tax for this year? ......................................	Yes No

4-Year Averaging Period Under Section 501(h) (Some organizations that made a section 501(h) election do not have to complete all of the five columns below. See the instructions for lines 2a through 2f on page 4.)
Lobbying Expenditures During 4-Year Averaging Period
	Calendar year (or fiscal year beginning in)	(a) 2007	(b) 2008	(c) 2009	(d) 2010	(e) Total

2a	Lobbying non-taxable amount

b	Lobbying ceiling amount (150% of line 2a, column(e))

c	Total lobbying expenditures

d	Grassroots non-taxable amount

e	Grassroots ceiling amount (150% of line 2d, column (e))

f	Grassroots lobbying expenditures

Schedule C (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2010

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Part II-B

Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c)(3) and has NOT filed Form 5768 (election under section 501(h)).

(a)

Yes

(b)

Amount

During the year, did the filing organization attempt to influence foreign, national, state or local legislation, including any attempt to influence public opinion on a legislative matter or referendum, through the use of:

Volunteers? .........................................

Paid staff or management (include compensation in expenses reported on lines 1c through 1i)? ....

Yes

Media advertisements? ....................................

Mailings to members, legislators, or the public? .........................

Publications, or published or broadcast statements? .......................

Grants to other organizations for lobbying purposes? .......................

Direct contact with legislators, their staffs, government officials, or a legislative body? ........

Yes

9,987

Rallies, demonstrations, seminars, conventions, speeches, lectures, or any similar means? ......

Other activities? If "Yes," describe in Part IV ..........................

Total. lines 1c through 1i ...................................

9,987

Did the activities in line 1 cause the organization to be not described in section 501(c)(3)? .....

If "Yes," enter the amount of any tax incurred under section 4912 .................

If "Yes," enter the amount of any tax incurred by organization managers under section 4912 .....

If the filing organization incurred a section 4912 tax, did it file Form 4720 for this year? .......

Part III-A

Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c)(4), section 501(c)(5), or section 501(c)(6).

Yes

Were substantially all (90% or more) dues received nondeductible by members? ................

Did the organization make only in-house lobbying expenditures of $2,000 or less? ................

Did the organization agree to carryover lobbying and political expenditures from the prior year? ..........

Part III-B

Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c)(4), section 501(c)(5), or section 501(c)(6) if BOTH Part III-A, lines 1 and 2 are answered “No” OR if Part III-A, line 3 is answered “Yes”.

Dues, assessments and similar amounts from members .....................

Section 162(e) non-deductible lobbying and political expenditures (do not include amounts of political
expenses for which the section 527(f) tax was paid).

Current year .........................................

Carryover from last year ....................................

Total ...........................................

Aggregate amount reported in section 6033(e)(1)(A) notices of nondeductible section 162(e) dues .

If notices were sent and the amount on line 2c exceeds the amount on line 3, what portion of the excess does the organization agree to carryover to the reasonable estimate of nondeductible lobbying and political expenditure next year? ................................

Taxable amount of lobbying and political expenditures (see instructions) ..............

Part IV

Supplemental Information

Complete this part to provide the descriptions required for Part l-A, line 1; Part l-B, line 4; Part l-C, line 5; and Part ll-B, line 1i.
Also, complete this part for any additional information.

Identifier	Return Reference	Explanation

Schedule C (Form 990 or 990EZ) 2010

Additional Data

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SCHEDULE D
(Form 990)

Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service

Supplemental Financial Statements

Complete if the organization answered "Yes," to Form 990,
Part IV, line 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, or 12.
SchDMd Bullet

Attach to Form 990. SchDMd Bullet

See separate instructions.

OMB No. 1545-0047

2010

Open to Public Inspection

Name of the organization

THE ASPEN INSTITUTE

Employer identification number

84-0399006

Part I

Organizations Maintaining Donor Advised Funds or Other Similar Funds or Accounts. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 6.

		(a) Donor advised funds	(b) Funds and other accounts
1	Total number at end of year .......
2	Aggregate contributions to (during year) ...
3	Aggregate grants from (during year) ...
4	Aggregate value at end of year .......

Did the organization inform all donors and donor advisors in writing that the assets held in donor advised
funds are the organization's property, subject to the organization's exclusive legal control? ............

Yes No

Did the organization inform all grantees, donors, and donor advisors in writing that grant funds may be
used only for charitable purposes and not for the benefit of the donor or donor advisor, or for any other purpose conferring impermissible private benefit. ...................................

Yes No

Part II

Conservation Easements. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 7.

Purpose(s) of conservation easements held by the organization (check all that apply).

Preservation of land for public use (e.g., recreation or pleasure) Preservation of an historically importantly land area

Protection of natural habitat Preservation of a certified historic structure

Preservation of open space

Complete lines 2a–2d if the organization held a qualified conservation contribution in the form of a conservation easement on the last day of the tax year.


a	Total number of conservation easements .......................	2a
b	Total acreage restricted by conservation easements ..................	2b
c	Number of conservation easements on a certified historic structure included in (a) .....	2c
d	Number of conservation easements included in (c) acquired after 8/17/06 ........	2d

Number of conservation easements modified, transferred, released, extinguished, or terminated by the organization during
the taxable year SchDMd Bullet

Number of states where property subject to conservation easement is located SchDMd Bullet

Does the organization have a written policy regarding the periodic monitoring, inspection, handling of violations, and
enforcement of the conservation easements it holds? .............................

Yes No

Staff and volunteer hours devoted to monitoring, inspecting and enforcing conservation easements during the year SchDMd Bullet

Amount of expenses incurred in monitoring, inspecting, and enforcing conservation easements during the year SchDMd Bullet

Does each conservation easement reported on line 2(d) above satisfy the requirements of section
170(h)(4)(B)(i) and 170(h)(4)(B)(ii)? ....................................

Yes No

In Part XIV, describe how the organization reports conservation easements in its revenue and expense statement, and
balance sheet, and include, if applicable, the text of the footnote to the organization’s financial statements that describes
the organization’s accounting for conservation easements.

Part III

Organizations Maintaining Collections of Art, Historical Treasures, or Other Similar Assets.
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 8.

If the organization elected, as permitted under SFAS 116, not to report in its revenue statement and balance sheet works of
art, historical treasures, or other similar assets held for public exhibition, education or research in furtherance of public service,
provide, in Part XIV, the text of the footnote to its financial statements that describes these items.

If the organization elected, as permitted under SFAS 116, to report in its revenue statement and balance sheet works of art,
historical treasures, or other similar assets held for public exhibition, education, or research in furtherance of public service,
provide the following amounts relating to these items:

(i)

Revenues included in Form 990, Part VIII, line 1 ........................ SchDMd Bullet

(ii)

Assets included in Form 990, Part X .............................. SchDMd Bullet

If the organization received or held works of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets for financial gain, provide the
following amounts required to be reported under SFAS 116 relating to these items:

Revenues included in Form 990, Part VIII, line 1 .......................... SchDMd Bullet

Assets included in Form 990, Part X ............................... SchDMd Bullet

For Privacy Act and Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Intructions for Form 990

Cat. No. 52283D

Schedule D (Form 990) 2010

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Part III

Organizations Maintaining Collections of Art, Historical Treasures, or Other Similar Assets (continued)

Using the organization’s accession and other records, check any of the following that are a significant use of its collection
items (check all that apply):

Public exhibition

Loan or exchange programs

Scholarly research

Other

Preservation for future generations

Provide a description of the organization’s collections and explain how they further the organization’s exempt purpose in
Part XIV.

During the year, did the organization solicit or receive donations of art, historical treasures or other similar
assets to be sold to raise funds rather than to be maintained as part of the organization’s collection?........

Yes No

Part IV

Escrow and Custodial Arrangements. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990,
Part IV, line 9, or reported an amount on Form 990, Part X, line 21.

Is the organization an agent, trustee, custodian or other intermediary for contributions or other assets not
included on Form 990, Part X? ....................................

Yes No

If "Yes," explain the arrangement in Part XIV and complete the following table:


c	Beginning balance .................................	1c
d	Additions during the year ..............................	1d
e	Distributions during the year .............................	1e
f	Ending balance ...................................	1f

Did the organization include an amount on Form 990, Part X, line 21? .....................

Yes No

If “Yes,” explain the arrangement in Part XIV.

Part V

Endowment Funds. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 10.

		(a)Current Year	(b)Prior Year	(c)Two Years Back
1a	Beginning of year balance ....	37,422,020	28,840,212	39,213,501
b	Contributions ........	4,218,614	5,059,542	2,297,746
c	Investment earnings or losses ...	3,375,615	5,032,286	-7,132,796
d	Grants or scholarships .....
e	Other expenditures for facilities and programs ........	1,533,038	1,510,020	5,538,239
f	Administrative expenses ....
g	End of year balance ......	43,483,211	37,422,020	28,840,212

Provide the estimated percentage of the year end balance held as:

Board designated or quasi-endowment: SchDMd Bullet

29.530 %

Permanent endowment: SchDMd Bullet

58.380 %

Term endowment: SchDMd Bullet

12.090 %

Are there endowment funds not in the possession of the organization that are held and administered for the
organization by:

Yes

(i) unrelated organizations ........................

3a(i)

(ii) related organizations ........................

3a(ii)

If "Yes" to 3a(ii), are the related organizations listed as required on Schedule R? .........

Describe in Part XIV the intended uses of the organization's endowment funds.

Part VI

InvestmentsLand, Buildings, and Equipment. See Form 990, Part X, line 10.

Description of investment		(b)Cost or other basis (other)	(c) Accumulated depreciation	(d) Book value
1a	Land .................	10,627,664		10,627,664
b	Buildings ................	66,586,253	21,618,024	44,968,229
c	Leasehold improvements ............	195,740	176,357	19,383
d	Equipment ................	5,248,215	3,487,372	1,760,843
e	Other .................	7,892,984	5,902,645	1,990,339
Total. Add lines 1a-1e. (Column (d) should equal Form 990, Part X, column (B), line 10(c).)........				59,366,458

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Part VII

InvestmentsOther Securities. See Form 990, Part X, line 12.

(a) Description of security or category (including name of security)	(b)Book value	(c) Method of valuation: Cost or end-of-year market value
(1)Financial derivatives
(2)Closely-held equity interests
(3)Other (A) PRIVATE EQUITY FUNDS	53,134,462	F
(B) INVESTMENT CONTRACT	338,798	F







Total. (Column (b) should equal Form 990, Part X, col.(B) line 12.)	53,473,260

Part VIII

InvestmentsProgram Related. See Form 990, Part X, line 13.

(a) Description of investment type		(b) Book value	(c) Method of valuation: Cost or end-of-year market value









Total. (Column (b) should equal Form 990, Part X, col.(B) line 13.)

Part IX

Other Assets. See Form 990, Part X, line 15.

(a) Description				(b) Book value









Total. (Column (b) should equal Form 990, Part X, col.(B) line 15.)...........

Part X

Other Liabilities. See Form 990, Part X, line 25.

1.(a) Description of Liability		(b) Amount
Federal Income Taxes
CAPITAL LEASE OBLIGATIONS		376,097
DEFERRED COMPENSATION		1,647,025







Total. (Column (b) should equal Form 990, Part X, col.(B) line 25.)		2,023,122
2. Fin 48 (ASC 740) Footnote. In Part XIV, provide the text of the footnote to the organization's financial statements that reports the organization's liability for uncertain tax positions under FIN 48 (ASC740).

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Part XI Reconciliation of Change in Net Assets from Form 990 to Financial Statements
1	Total revenue (Form 990, Part VIII, column (A), line 12) ....................	1	69,095,692
2	Total expenses (Form 990, Part IX, column (A), line 25) .....................	2	66,067,040
3	Excess or (deficit) for the year. Subtract line 2 from line 1 .............	3	3,028,652
4	Net unrealized gains (losses) on investments ..........................	4	5,216,028
5	Donated services and use of facilities .............................	5
6	Investment expenses ...................................	6
7	Prior period adjustments ..................................	7
8	Other (Describe in Part XIV) .................................	8
9	Total adjustments (net). Add lines 4 - 8 .............................	9	5,216,028
10	Excess or (deficit) for the year per financial statements. Combine lines 3 and 9 .........	10	8,244,680

Part XII Reconciliation of Revenue per Audited Financial Statements With Revenue per Return
1	Total revenue, gains, and other support per audited financial statements .......			1	74,987,882
2	Amounts included on line 1 but not on Form 990, Part VIII, line 12:
a	Net unrealized gains on investments ..........	2a	5,216,028
b	Donated services and use of facilities .........	2b	212,466
c	Recoveries of prior year grants ...........	2c
d	Other (Describe in Part XIV): ............	2d
e	Add lines 2a through 2d .....................			2e	5,428,494
3	Subtract line 2e from line 1.....................			3	69,559,388
4	Amounts included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 12, but not on line 1:
a	Investment expenses not included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 7b .	4a	21,552
b	Other (Describe in Part XIV): ...........	4b	-485,248
c	Add lines 4a and 4b.......................			4c	-463,696
5	Total Revenue. Add lines 3 and 4c. (This should equal Form 990, Part I, line 12.) ......			5	69,095,692

Part XIII Reconciliation of Expenses per Audited Financial Statements With Expenses per Return
1	Total expenses and losses per audited financial statements .............			1	66,743,202
2	Amounts included on line 1 but not on Form 990, Part IX, line 25:
a	Donated services and use of facilities ..........	2a	212,466
b	Prior year adjustments ..............	2b
c	Other losses ................	2c
d	Other (Describe in Part XIV): ............	2d
e	Add lines 2a through 2d......................			2e	212,466
3	Subtract line 2e from line 1.....................			3	66,530,736
4	Amounts included on Form 990, Part IX, line 25, but not on line 1:
a	Investment expenses not included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 7b ..	4a	21,552
b	Other (Describe in Part XIV): ............	4b	-485,248
c	Add lines 4a and 4b.......................			4c	-463,696
5	Total expenses. Add lines 3 and 4c. (This should equal Form 990, Part I, line 18.) ......			5	66,067,040

Part XIV

Supplemental Information

Complete this part to provide the descriptions required for Part II, lines 3, 5, and 9; Part III, lines 1a and 4; Part lV, lines 1b and 2b;
Part V, line 4; Part X; Part XI, line 8; Part XII, lines 2d and 4b; and Part XIII, lines 2d and 4b. Also complete this part to provide any additional information.

Identifier	Return Reference	Explanation
DESCRIPTION OF INTENDED USE OF ENDOWMENT FUNDS:	PART V, LINE 4:	4.5% OF A 12 QUARTER ROLLING AVERAGE OF THE FUNDS ARE USED TO FUND PROGRAMMATIC WORK OF THE INSTITUTE.
DESCRIPTION OF UNCERTAIN TAX POSITIONS UNDER FIN 48:	PART X:	THE INSTITUTE PERFORMED AN EVALUATION OF UNCERTAIN TAX POSITIONS FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2010, AND DETERMINED THAT THERE WERE NO MATTERS THAT WOULD REQUIRE RECOGNITION IN THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS OR THAT MAY HAVE ANY EFFECT ON ITS TAX-EXEMPT STATUS.
PART XII, LINE 4B - OTHER ADJUSTMENTS:		SPECIAL EVENT EXPENSES -485,248.
PART XIII, LINE 4B - OTHER ADJUSTMENTS:		SPECIAL EVENT EXPENSES -485,248.

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SCHEDULE F
(Form 990)

Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service

Statement of Activities Outside the United States

Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990,
Part IV, line 14b, 15, or 16.
Right pointing arrow large image

Attach to Form 990. Right pointing arrow large image

See separate instructions.

OMB No. 1545-0047

2010

Open to Public Inspection

Name of the organization
THE ASPEN INSTITUTE

Employer identification number

84-0399006

Part I

General Information on Activities Outside the United States. Complete if the organization answered
“Yes” to Form 990, Part IV, line 14b.

For grantmakers. Does the organization maintain records to substantiate the amount of the grants or

assistance, the grantees' eligibility for the grants or assistance, and the selection criteria used to award

the grants or assistance? ...................................

Yes

For grantmakers. Describe in Part V the organization’s procedures for monitoring the use of grant funds outside the
United States.

Activites per Region. (Use Part V if additional space is needed.)

(a) Region		(b) Number of offices in the region	(c) Number of employees or agents in region or independent contractors	(d) Activities conducted in region (by type) (e.g., fundraising, program services, investments, grants to recipients located in the region)	(e) If activity listed in (d) is a program service, describe specific type of service(s) in region	(f) Total expenditures for region/investments in region
	CENTRAL AMERICA AND THE CARIBBEAN	0	0	PROGRAM SERVICES AND GRANTS TO RECIPIENTS LOCATED IN REGION.	GRANTS, MEETINGS AND PROGRAMMATIC ACTIVITIES.	31,061
	EAST ASIA AND THE PACIFIC	0	0	PROGRAM SERVICES AND GRANTS TO RECIPIENTS LOCATED IN REGION.	GRANTS, MEETINGS AND PROGRAMMATIC ACTIVITIES.	46,071
	EUROPE (INCLUDING ICELAND & GREENLAND)	0	0	PROGRAM SERVICES AND GRANTS TO RECIPIENTS LOCATED IN REGION.	GRANTS, MEETINGS AND PROGRAMMATIC ACTIVITIES.	1,176,902
	MIDDLE EAST AND NORTH AFRICA	0	0	PROGRAM SERVICES AND GRANTS TO RECIPIENTS LOCATED IN REGION.	GRANTS, MEETINGS AND PROGRAMMATIC ACTIVITIES.	272,371
	NORTH AMERICA	0	0	PROGRAM SERVICES AND GRANTS TO RECIPIENTS LOCATED IN REGION.	GRANTS, MEETINGS AND PROGRAMMATIC ACTIVITIES.	397,547
	SOUTH AMERICA	0	0	PROGRAM SERVICES AND GRANTS TO RECIPIENTS LOCATED IN REGION.	GRANTS, MEETINGS AND PROGRAMMATIC ACTIVITIES.	5,624
	SOUTH ASIA	0	0	PROGRAM SERVICES AND GRANTS TO RECIPIENTS LOCATED IN REGION.	GRANTS, MEETINGS AND PROGRAMMATIC ACTIVITIES.	27,127
	SUB-SAHARAN AFRICA	0	0	PROGRAM SERVICES AND GRANTS TO RECIPIENTS LOCATED IN REGION.	GRANTS, MEETINGS AND PROGRAMMATIC ACTIVITIES.	378,398









3a	Sub-total .....		0			2,335,101
b	Total from continuation sheets to Part I ...		0			0
c	Totals (add lines 3a and 3b)		0			2,335,101

For Privacy Act and Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990.Cat. No. 50082W Schedule F (Form 990) 2010

Schedule F (Form 990) 2010

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Part II

Grants and Other Assistance to Organizations or Entities Outside the United States. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990,

Part IV, line 15, for any recipient who received more than $5,000. Check this box if no one recipient received more than $5,000 ........ MediumBullet

Use Part V if additional space is needed.

(c) Region	(d) Purpose of grant	(e) Amount of cash grant	(f) Manner of cash disbursement
EUROPE (INCLUDING ICELAND & GREENLAND)	WORKING WITH COMPANIES TO ADOPT HUMAN RIGHTS POLICIES.	30,000	WIRE
NORTH AMERICA	CAPACITY BUILDING IN THE FINANCIAL MARKETPLACE.	60,000	WIRE
SOUTH ASIA	STRENGTHEN THE EMPLOYMENT ASPECTS OF LIBERIA'S PROVERTY REDUCTION STRATEGY.	21,916	WIRE
SUB-SAHARAN AFRICA	ENHANCING WOMEN: ECONOMIC EMPOWERMENT FOR SELF-RELIANCE.	15,000	WIRE
SUB-SAHARAN AFRICA	ENHANCE THE DEMOCRATIC CHARACTER AND TRANSFORM THE GENDER PROFILE OF ITS NATIONAL UNION TO REFLECT A HIGH DEGREE OF GENDER EQUALITY.	80,000	WIRE
SUB-SAHARAN AFRICA	TO ADVANCE MATERNAL HEALTH AND FAMILY PLANNING POICY IN THE "MINISTERIAL LEADERSHIP INITIATIVE FOR GLOBAL HEALTH".	163,449	WIRE
SUB-SAHARAN AFRICA	DEVELOPMENT OF CORPORATE GOVERNANCE TOOLKIT FOR SGB'S IN EAST AFRICA.	55,000	WIRE
SOUTH ASIA	THE PRIZE AIMS TO GALVANIZE EFFORTS TO ADDRESS THE FOREMOST SOCIAL, ECONOMIC AND POLITICAL CHALLENGES OF OUR TIME BY RECOGNIZING THE BEST OF THE EXCEPTIONAL LEADERSHIP PROJECTS.	10,000	WIRE
EAST ASIA AND THE PACIFIC	THE PRIZE AIMS TO GALVANIZE EFFORTS TO ADDRESS THE FOREMOST SOCIAL, ECONOMIC AND POLITICAL CHALLENGES OF OUR TIME BY RECOGNIZING THE BEST OF THE EXCEPTIONAL LEADERSHIP PROJECTS.	10,000	WIRE

Enter total number of recipient organizations listed above that are recognized as charities by the foreign country, recognized as tax-exempt by the IRS, or for which the grantee or counsel has provided a section 501(c)(3) equivalency letter ..... MediumBullet

Enter total number of other organizations or entities ........................ MediumBullet

Schedule F (Form 990) 2010

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Part III

Grants and Other Assistance to Individuals Outside the United States. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 16.

Use Part V if additional space is needed.

(a) Type of grant or assistance		(b) Region	(c) Number of recipients	(d) Amount of cash grant	(e) Manner of cash disbursement	(f) Amount of non-cash assistance	(g) Description of non-cash assistance	(h) Method of valuation (book, FMV, appraisal, other)

Schedule F (Form 990) 2010

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Part IV

Foreign Forms

Schedule F (Form 990) 2010

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Part V

Supplemental Information
Complete this part to provide the information (see instructions) required in Part I, line 2, and any additional information.

Identifier	ReturnReference	Explanation
PROCEDURE FOR MONITORING GRANTS OUTSIDE THE U.S.:		SCHEDULE F, PART I, LINE 2: FROM TIME TO TIME THE INSTITUTE ENGAGES OTHER ENTITIES TO FURTHER THE OBJECTIVES SET FORTH IN OUR GRANT AGREEMENTS. THIS IS TYPICALLY DONE VIA SUB-AWARDS OR RE-GRANTS THAT RUN CONCURRENTLY WITH THE PRIME AWARD IN WHICH THE SUB RECIPIENTS ARE ADVISED OF ALL APPLICABLE LAWS AND REGULATIONS, AND ALL APPROPRIATE FLOW-DOWN PROVISIONS FROM THE PRIME AGREEMENT. ALL SUB GRANTEES OR SERVICE PROVIDERS MUST ALSO CERTIFY THAT THEY DO NOT AND WILL NOT KNOWINGLY PROVIDE MATERIAL SUPPORT OR RESOURCES TO ANY INDIVIDUAL OR ENTITY INVOLVED WITH TERRORISM (INCLUDING ANY INDIVIDUALS, ENTITIES, OR GROUPS SUBJECT TO OFAC SANCTIONS) OR TO ANYONE WHO ACTS AS AN AGENT FOR SUCH AN INDIVIDUAL OR ENTITY. ANY VIOLATION OF THIS CERTIFICATION MUST BE GROUNDS FOR IMMEDIATE TERMINATION OF THE LETTER OF AGREEMENT AND RETURN OF ALL GRANT FUNDS. THE FREQUENCY AND SCOPE OF THE RESEARCH PROGRAM'S MONITORING PROCEDURES ARE DETERMINED JOINTLY BY THE RESPONSIBLE PROGRAM MANAGER AND RESPECTIVE GRANT ADMINISTRATOR/FINANCIAL ANALYST. THIS INCLUDES THE ROUTINE RECEIPT AND REVIEW OF THE NARRATIVE AND FINANCIAL REPORTS, A REVIEW OF EXPENSES TO BUDGET, THE OPTION TO PERFORM AUDITS, AND ALLOWS FOR THE PERFORMANCE OF SITE VISITS IF NECESSARY. THE INSTITUTE SHOULD BE NOTIFIED WHENEVER PROBLEMS, DELAYS OR OTHER CONDITIONS DEVELOP WHICH WOULD HAVE SIGNIFICANT IMPACT UPON THE PROJECT. BUDGET REVISIONS ARE ALLOWED WITHIN THE PARAMETERS SET FORTH IN EACH SUB AWARD. THE PAYMENT SCHEDULE AND THE DECREE OF FLEXIBILITY OFFERED MAY DEPEND ON PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE WITH THE RECIPIENT, THE DEGREE OF EXTERNAL OVERSIGHT BY OTHER PARTIES, AND THE SOPHISTICATION OF THE RECIPIENT'S ADMINISTRATIVE SYSTEMS. PARTICIPANTS ARE EXPECTED TO COMPLY WITH ALL RELEVANT U.S. LAWS. PRIOR TO ISSUING AWARDS TO FOREIGN ENTITIES, THE PROGRAMS ARE BEING ASKED TO COMPLETE A DUE DILIGENCE CHECKLIST, WHICH INCLUDES ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ABOUT THE SUB RECIPIENT INCLUDING: ANY REASONABLY AVAILABLE HISTORICAL INFORMATION ABOUT THE GRANTEE THAT ASSURES THE INSTITUTE OF THE GRANTEE'S IDENTITY AND INTEGRITY SUCH AS THE JURISDICTION IN WHICH A GRANTEE ORGANIZATION IS INCORPORATED OR FORMED; COPIES OF INCORPORATING OR OTHER GOVERNING INSTRUMENTS; INFORMATION ON THE INDIVIDUALS WHO FORMED AND OPERATE THE ORGANIZATION; AND INFORMATION RELATING TO THE GRANTEE'S OPERATING HISTORY; THE GRANTEE OR SERVICE PROVIDER'S NAME IN ENGLISH, AND THE LANGUAGE OF ORIGIN, AND ANY ACRONYM OR OTHER NAMES USED TO IDENTIFY THE GRANTEE; THE JURISDICTIONS IN WHICH A GRANTEE OR SERVICE PROVIDER MAINTAINS A PHYSICAL PRESENCE; THE GRANTEE OR SERVICE PROVIDER'S POSTAL, EMAIL AND WEBSITE ADDRESSES AND PHONE NUMBERS FOR EACH PLACE OF BUSINESS. THE INSTITUTE ALSO CONDUCTS A REASONABLE SEARCH OF PUBLICLY AVAILABLE INFORMATION TO DETERMINE WHETHER THE GRANTEE OR SERVICE PROVIDER IS SUSPECTED OF ACTIVITY RELATING TO TERRORISM, INCLUDING TERRORIST FINANCING OR OTHER SUPPORT.

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SCHEDULE G
(Form 990 or 990-EZ)

Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service

Supplemental Information Regarding
Fundraising or Gaming Activities

Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, lines 17, 18, or 19,
or if the organization entered more than $15,000 on Form 990-EZ, line 6a.
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Attach to Form 990 or Form 990-EZ. right arrow

See separate instructions.

OMB No. 1545-0047

2010

Open to Public Inspection

Name of the organization
THE ASPEN INSTITUTE

Employer identification number

84-0399006

Part I

Fundraising Activities. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 17.

Indicate whether the organization raised funds through any of the following activities. Check all that apply.

a	Mail solicitations	e	Solicitation of non-government grants
b	Internet and e-mail solicitations	f	Solicitation of government grants
c	Phone solicitations	g	Special fundraising events
d	In-person solicitations

Did the organization have a written or oral agreement with any individual (including officers, directors, trustees

or key employees listed in Form 990, Part VII) or entity in connection with professional fundraising services?

Yes

If “Yes,” list the ten highest paid individuals or entities (fundraisers) pursuant to agreements under which the fundraiser is
to be compensated at least $5,000 by the organization. Form 990-EZ filers are not required to complete this table.

(i) Name and address of individual or entity (fundraiser)	(ii) Activity	(iii) Did fundraiser have custody or control of contributions?		(iv) Gross receipts from activity	(v) Amount paid to (or retained by) fundraiser listed in col. (i)	(vi) Amount paid to (or retained by) organization
	(ii) Activity	Yes	No	(iv) Gross receipts from activity		(vi) Amount paid to (or retained by) organization
Total .................

List all states in which the organization is registered or licensed to solicit funds or has been notified it is exempt from registration or licensing.

For Privacy Act and Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990.

Cat. No. 50083H

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Part II

Fundraising Events. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 18, or reported more than $15,000 on Form 990-EZ, line 6a. List events with gross receipts greater than $5,000.

		(a) Event #1 SUMMER BENEFIT (event type)	(b) Event #2 ANNUAL DINNER (event type)	(c) Other Events 2 (total number)	(d) Total Events (Add col. (a) through col. (c))
1	Gross receipts . . .	548,434	1,289,543	285,812	2,123,789
2	Less: Charitable contributions . . .	474,434	1,189,718	232,261	1,896,413
3	Gross income (line 1 minus line 2) . . .	74,000	99,825	53,551	227,376
4	Cash prizes . . .
5	Non-cash prizes . .
6	Rent/facility costs . .	5,515	8,008		13,523
7	Food and beverages . .	560	67,533	7,784	75,877
8	Entertainment . . .
9	Other direct expenses .	157,330	225,251	13,267	395,848
10	Direct expense summary. Add lines 4 through 9 in column (d) ...........				485,248
11	Net income summary. Combine lines 3 and 10 in column (d)............				-257,872

Part III

Gaming. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 19, or reported more than $15,000 on Form 990-EZ, line 6a.

(a) Bingo

(b) Pull tabs/Instant
bingo/progressive bingo

(c) Other gaming

(d) Total gaming (Add col. (a) through col. (c))

Gross revenue . . . .

Cash prizes . . . .

Non-cash prizes . . .

Rent/facility costs . . .

Other direct expenses . .

Volunteer labor . . .

	Yes
	No

	Yes
	No

	Yes
	No

Direct expense summary. Add lines 2 through 5 in column (d) ........... right arrow

Net gaming income summary. Combine lines 1 and 7 in column (d) .......... right arrow

Enter the state(s) in which the organization operates gaming activities:

Is the organization licensed to operate gaming activities in each of these states? ............

YesNo

If "No," Explain:

10a

Were any of the organization's gaming licenses revoked, suspended or terminated during the tax year? .....

YesNo

If "Yes," Explain:

Does the organization operate gaming activities with nonmembers? .................

YesNo

Is the organization a grantor, beneficiary or trustee of a trust or a member of a partnership or other entity

formed to administer charitable gaming? ...........................

YesNo

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Indicate the percentage of gaming activity operated in:

The organization's facility ......................

13a

An outside facility ........................

13b

Provide the name and address of the person who prepares the organization's gaming/special events books and records:

Name

Address

15a

Does the organization have a contract with a third party from whom the organization receives gaming

revenue? ......................................

YesNo

If "Yes," enter the amount of gaming revenue received by the organization right arrow

$ and the

amount of gaming revenue retained by the third party right arrow

$ .

If "Yes," enter name and address:

Name

Address

Gaming manager information:

Name

Gaming manager compensation right arrow

Description of services provided right arrow

Director/officer Employee Independent contractor

Mandatory distributions:

Is the organization required under state law to make charitable distributions from the gaming proceeds to

retain the state gaming license? ............................

YesNo

Enter the amount of distributions required under state law distributed to other exempt organizations or spent

in the organization's own exempt activities during the tax year right arrow

Part IV

Complete this part to provide additional information for responses to quuestion on Schedule G (see instructions.)

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Schedule I
(Form 990)

Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service

Grants and Other Assistance to Organizations,
Governments and Individuals in the United States

Complete if the organization answered "Yes," to Form 990, Part IV, line 21 or 22.
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Attach to Form 990

OMB No. 1545-0047

2010

Open to Public
Inspection

Name of the organization
THE ASPEN INSTITUTE

Employer identification number
84-0399006

Part I

General Information on Grants and Assistance

Does the organization maintain records to substantiate the amount of the grants or assistance, the grantees' eligibility for the grants or assistance, and
the selection criteria used to award the grants or assistance? ....................................

Yes No

Describe in Part IV the organization's procedures for monitoring the use of grant funds in the United States.

Part II

Grants and Other Assistance to Governments and Organizations in the United States. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to
Form 990, Part IV, line 21 for any recipient that received more than $5,000. Check this box if no one recipient received more than $5,000. Use
Part IV and Schedule I-1 (Form 990) if additional space is needed ......................... lBullet

(a) Name and address of organization or government	(b) EIN	(c) IRC Code section if applicable	(d) Amount of cash grant	(h) Purpose of grant or assistance
(1) ACCION NEW MEXICO20 FIRST PLAZA NW SUITE 417 ALBUOUEROUE,NM87102	06-0646973	501(C)(3)	25,500	TO IMPLEMENT A SET OF ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITIES TO SUPPORT SCALE GOALS AND PARTICIPATE IN THE SCALE ACADEMY FOR MICROENTERPRISE DEVELOPMENT.
(2) ACCION USA57 ROLAND STREET SUITE 300 BOSTON,MA02130	33-0620415	501(C)(3)	29,000	TO IMPLEMENT A SET OF ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITIES TO SUPPORT SCALE GOALS AND PARTICIPATE IN THE SCALE ACADEMY FOR MICROENTERPRISE DEVELOPMENT.
(3) APPALACHIAN CENTER FOR ECONOMIC NETWORKS INC94 COLUMBUS ROAD ATHENS,OH45701	31-1129632	501(C)(3)	25,000	TO IMPLEMENT A SET OF ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITIES TO SUPPORT SCALE GOALS AND PARTICIPATE IN THE SCALE ACADEMY FOR MICROENTERPRISE DEVELOPMENT.
(4) ASSOCIATION FOR ENTERPRISE OPP1601 N KENT STREET SUITE 1101 ARLINGTON,VA22209	23-2689714	501(C)(3)	45,000	TO SUPPORT PARTICIPATION IN THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE SCALE ACADEMY FOR MICROENTERPRISE DEVELOPMENT.
(5) CAPITAL IDEA504 LAVACA AUSTIN,TX78701	93-1315010	501(C)(3)	100,000	COURSES TO EMPLOYMENT: EDUCATION AND TRAINING SERVICES TO LOW INCOME ADULTS, AND EVALUATION ACTIVITIES CONDUCTED BY THE WORKFORCE STRATEGIES INITIATIVE.
(6) CENTER FOR CREATIVE LEADERSHIPPO BOX 26300 GREENSBORO,NC27438	23-7079591	501(C)(3)	90,000	UNLOCKING LEADERSHIP CAPACITY IN THE SGB SECTOR.
(7) COMMUNITY CAREER DEVELOPMENT INC3550 WILSHIEE BLM SUITE 500 LOS ANGELES,CA90010	31-1543695	501(C)(3)	100,000	COURSES TO EMPLOYMENT: EDUCATION AND TRAINING SERVICES TO LOW INCOME ADULTS, AND EVALUATION ACTIVITIES CONDUCTED BY THE WORKFORCE STRATEGIES INITIATIVE.
(8) INSTITUTO DEL PROGRESO LATINO2570 S BLUE ISLAND AVENUE CHICAGO,IL60608	03-0557778	501(C)(3)	100,000	COURSES TO EMPLOYMENT: EDUCATION AND TRAINING SERVICES TO LOW INCOME ADULTS, AND EVALUATION ACTIVITIES CONDUCTED BY THE WORKFORCE STRATEGIES INITIATIVE.
(9) JUSTINE PETERSEN HOUSING & REINVESTMENT1024 N GRAND BLW ST LOUIS,MO63107	05-0258882	501(C)(3)	29,140	TO IMPLEMENT A SET OF ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITIES TO SUPPORT SCALE GOALS AND PARTICIPATE IN THE SCALE ACADEMY FOR MICROENTERPRISE DEVELOPMENT.
(10) MERCY CORPS45 SW ANKENY STREET PORTLAND,OR97204	91-1148123	501(C)(3)	199,000	TO FUND THE COCOA SEEDS GARDEN REHABILITATION PROJECT AND EXPLORE HOW A DECENT WORK APPROACH COULD BE INCORPORATED INTO COCOA PRODUCTION.
(11) MOUNTAIN BIZWORKS153 S LEXINGTON AVENUE ASREVILLE,NC28801	23-2048721	501(C)(3)	30,000	TO IMPLEMENT A SET OF ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITIES TO SUPPORT SCALE GOALS AND PARTICIPATE IN THE SCALE ACADEMY FOR MICROENTERPRISE DEVELOPMENT.
(12) NORTHERN VIRGINIA FAMILY SERVICE10455 WHITE GRANIT DRIVE STE 100 OAKTON,VA22124	54-0791977	501(C)(3)	100,000	COURSES TO EMPLOYMENT: EDUCATION AND TRAINING SERVICES TO LOW INCOME ADULTS, AND EVALUATION ACTIVITIES CONDUCTED BY THE WORKFORCE STRATEGIES INITIATIVE
(13) OPPORTUNITY FUND112 WEST SAINT JOHN STREET SAN JOSE,CA95114	85-0417348	501(C)(3)	27,280	TO IMPLEMENT A SET OF ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITIES TO SUPPORT SCALE GOALS AND PARTICIPATE IN THE SCALE ACADEMY FOR MICROENTERPRISE DEVELOPMENT.
(14) PACIFIC COMMUNITY VENTURES INC51 FEDERAL ST SAN FRANSISCO,CA94107	77-0485877	501(C)(3)	31,000	CONDUCT RESEARCH AND PROVIDE AN UPDATE ON THE BALTIMORE FUND.
(15) PUBLICIPRIVATE VENTURES2001 MARKET STREET SUITE 600 PHILADELPHIA,PA19103	34-1018992	501(C)(3)	42,000	FOR WORKING IN PARTNERSHIP WITH WORKFORCE STRATEGIES INITIATIVE ON THE SIXTH CLASS OF SECTOR SKILLS ACADEMY.
(16) SANTA CLARA UNIVERSITY500 EL CAMINO REAL SANTA CLARA,CA95053	94-1156617	501(C)(3)	50,000	TO SUPPORT THE PROPOSAL "HORIZONTAL AGGREGATION OF CAPITAL TO THE GLOBAL SGB SECTOR".
(17) WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL SEATTLE KING COUNTY2003 WESTERN AVENUE SEATTLE,WA98121	91-2051978	501(C)(3)	100,000	COURSES TO EMPLOYMENT: EDUCATION AND TRAINING SERVICES TO LOW INCOME ADULTS, AND EVALUATION ACTIVITIES CONDUCTED BY THE WORKFORCE STRATEGIES INITIATIVE.
(18) SHORECAP EXCHANGE CORPORATION2230 S MICHIGAN AVE CHICAGO,IL60616	30-0199985	501(C)(3)	56,000	SMALL BUSINESS FINANCE NETWORK.
(19) SNV US LLC1889 F ST NW 2ND FLOOR WASHINGTON,DC20006	26-4026863	N/A	70,000	CAPACITY BUILDING IN THE SGB SECTOR.
(20) WESST CORP414 SILVER SW ALBUQUERQUE,NM87102	38-3301514	501(C)(3)	20,000	TO IMPLEMENT A SET OF ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITIES TO SUPPORT SCALE GOALS AND PARTICIPATE IN THE SCALE ACADEMY FOR MICROENTERPRISE DEVELOPMENT.
(21) WORLD AFFAIRS COUNCIL OF NORTHERN CA312 SUTTER STREET 2ND FLOOR SAN FRANSISCO,CA94108	94-1156356	N/A	40,000	ENGAGING NEW PHILANTHROPISTS AND SUPPORTING THE ASPEN PHILANTHROPY GROUP.
(22) CARNEGIE FOUNDATION51 VISTA LANE STANFORD,CA943058703	13-1623924	501(C)(3)	27,772	TO COVER THE COST OF STAFF DESIGNATED TO SUPPORT THE DEVELOPMENT OF BACKGROUND MATERIALS, ANDTO UPDATETHE PROGRAM IMPROVEMENT MAP FOR THE "BUILDING AN EFFECTIVE TEACHING NETWORK" (BTEN) PROJECT.
(23) FOUNDATION FOR THE MID SOUTH134 EAST AMUTE STREET JACKSON,MS39201	72-1151070	501(C)(3)	10,000	RDPEI TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE FUND.
(24) GLEN COVE MANSION HOTEL & CONFERENCE CENTER200 DOSORIS LANE GLEN COVE,NY11542	20-3677205	N/A	15,241	SCHOLARSHIP
(25) INTERSECT FUNDPO BOX 5356 NEW BRUNSWICK,NJ08903	36-4636828	501(C)(3)	5,000	CAMPUS MICROFINANCE ALLIANCE CONFERENCE.
(26) MIDDLE EAST INVESTMENT INITIATIVE500 8TH STREET NW WASHINGTON,DC20004	02-0760094	501(C)(3)	56,250	CT-3229 GRANT TO FURTHER ECONOMIC EQUITY & DEV MIDDLE EAST.
(27) TECHNOSERVE148 EAST AVE NORWALK,CT06851	13-2626135	501(C)(3)	75,000	TRAINING MATERIALS AND FINANCIAL LITERACY TOOLKIT.
(28) VOICES FOR AMERICAS CHILDREN1000 VERMONT AVE STUITE 700 WASHINGTON,DC20005	34-1479461	501(C)(3)	10,000	ING FUNDING.
(29) MOTT COMMUNITY COLLEGE1402 E COURT ST FLINT,MI48503	38-1914697	501(C)(3)	100,000	COURSES TO EMPLOYMENT: EDUCATION AND TRAINING SERVICES TO LOW INCOME ADULTS, AND EVALUATION ACTIVITIES CONDUCTED BY THE WORKFORCE STRATEGEIS INITIATIVE.
(30) RODEL FOUNDATION100 WEST 10TH ST SUITE 704 WILMINGTON,DE19801	91-1944585	501(C)(3)	193,140	TO SUPPORT THE PARTICIPATION OF DELEGATIONS FROM ALL "RACE TO THE TOP" WINNERS TO GATHER TO SHARE BEST PRACTICES AND EXPLORE AREAS OF CROSS-COLLABORATION.

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Schedule I (Form 990) 2010

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Grants and Other Assistance to Individuals in the United States. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 22.
Use Schedule I-1 (Form 990) if additional space is needed.

(a)Type of grant or assistance	(b)Number of recipients	(c)Amount of cash grant
(1) MARINE SPATIAL PLANNING	1	2,900
(2) KNIGHT COMMISSION "INFORMING COMMUNITIES" PAPER	7	127,500
(3) STUDY REPORT FOR NATIONAL STUDY OF ARTIST ENDOWED FOUNDATIONS.	1	8,000
(4) CASE COMPETITION	4	20,200
(5) AWF AWARD	1	5,000
(6) GRAUSTEIN GIFT	1	9,300

Part IV

Supplemental Information. Complete this part to provide the information required in Part I, line 2, and any other additional information.

Identifier	Return Reference	Explanation
PROCEDURE FOR MONITORING GRANTS IN THE U.S.:	PART I, LINE 2:	SCHEDULE I, PART I, LINE 2: FROM TIME TO TIME THE INSTITUTE ENGAGES OTHER ENTITIES TO FURTHER THE OBJECTIVES SET FORTH IN OUR GRANT AGREEMENTS. THIS IS TYPICALLY DONE VIA SUB-AWARDS OR RE-GRANTS THAT RUN CONCURRENTLY WITH THE PRIME AWARD IN WHICH THE SUB RECIPIENTS ARE ADVISED OF ALL APPLICABLE LAWS AND REGULATIONS, AND ALL APPROPRIATE FLOW-DOWN PROVISIONS FROM THE PRIME AGREEMENT. ALL SUB GRANTEES OR SERVICE PROVIDERS MUST ALSO CERTIFY THAT IT DOES NOT AND WILL NOT KNOWINGLY PROVIDE MATERIAL SUPPORT OR RESOURCES TO ANY INDIVIDUAL OR ENTITY INVOLVED WITH TERRORISM (INCLUDING ANY INDIVIDUALS ENTITIES OR GROUPS SUBJECT TO OFAC SANCTIONS) OR TO ANYONE WHO ACTS AS AN AGENT FOR SUCH AN INDIVIDUAL OR ENTITY, ANY VIOLATION OF THIS CERTIFICATION MUST BE GROUNDS FOR IMMEDIATE TERMINATION OF THE LETTER OF AGREEMENT AND RETURN OF ALL GRANT FUNDS. THE FREQUENCY AND SCOPE OF RESEARCH PROGRAM'S MONITORING PROCEDURES ARE DETERMINED JOINTLY BY THE RESPONSIBLE PROGRAM MANAGER AND RESPECTIVE GRANT ADMINISTRATOR/FINANCIAL ANALYST. THIS INCLUDES THE ROUTINE RECEIPT AND REVIEW OF THE NARRATIVE AND FINANCIAL REPORTS, A REVIEW OF EXPENSES TO BUDGET, THE OPTION TO PERFORM AUDITS, AND ALLOWS FOR THE PERFORMANCE OF SITE VISITS IF NECESSARY. THE INSTITUTE SHOULD BE NOTIFIED WHENEVER PROBLEMS DELAYS OR OTHER CONDITIONS DEVELOP WHICH WOULD HAVE SIGNIFICANT IMPACT UPON THE PROJECT. BUDGET REVISIONS ARE ALLOWED WITHIN THE PARAMETERS SET FORTH IN EACH SUB AWARD. THE PAYMENT SCHEDULE AND THE DECREE OF FLEXIBILITY OFFERED MAY DEPEND ON PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE WITH THE RECIPIENT, THE DEGREE OF EXTERNAL OVERSIGHT BY OTHER PARTIES, AND THE SOPHISTICATION OF THE RECIPIENT'S ADMINISTRATIVE SYSTEMS.

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Schedule J
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Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service

Compensation Information

For certain Officers, Directors, Trustees, Key Employees, and Highest
Compensated Employees
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Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990,
Part IV, question 23.
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OMB No. 1545-0047

2010

Open to Public Inspection

Name of the organization

THE ASPEN INSTITUTE

Employer identification number

84-0399006

Part I

Questions Regarding Compensation

Yes

Check the appropiate box(es) if the organization provided any of the following to or for a person listed in Form
990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a. Complete Part III to provide any relevant information regarding these items.

First-class or charter travel Housing allowance or residence for personal use

Travel for companions Payments for business use of personal residence

Tax idemnification and gross-up payments Health or social club dues or initiation fees

Discretionary spending account Personal services (e.g., maid, chauffeur, chef)

If any of the boxes in line 1a are checked, did the organization follow a written policy regarding payment or reimbursement orprovision of all the expenses described above? If "No," complete Part III to explain....

Yes

Did the organization require substantiation prior to reimbursing or allowing expenses incurred by all
officers, directors, trustees, and the CEO/Executive Director, regarding the items checked in line 1a? ....

Yes

Indicate which, if any, of the following the organization uses to establish the compensation of the
organization's CEO/Executive Director. Check all that apply.

Compensation committee Written employment contract

Independent compensation consultant Compensation survey or study

Form 990 of other organizations Approval by the board or compensation committee

During the year, did any person listed in Form 990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a with respect to the filing organization or a related organization:

Receive a severance payment or change-of-control payment? ...............

Yes

Participate in, or receive payment from, a supplemental nonqualified retirement plan? ........

Participate in, or receive payment from, an equity-based compensation arrangement? ........

If "Yes" to any of lines 4a-c, list the persons and provide the applicable amounts for each item in Part III.

Only 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations only must complete lines 5-9.

For persons listed in form 990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a, did the organization pay or accrue any
compensation contingent on the revenues of:

The organization? ...........................

Any related organization? .........................

If "Yes," to line 5a or 5b, describe in Part III.

For persons listed in form 990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a, did the organization pay or accrue any
compensation contingent on the net earnings of:

The organization? ...........................

Any related organization? .........................

If "Yes," to line 6a or 6b, describe in Part III.

For persons listed in Form 990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a, did the organization provide any non-fixed
payments not described in lines 5 and 6? If "Yes," describe in Part III ............

Were any amounts reported in Form 990, Part VII, paid or accured pursuant to a contract that was
subject to the initial contract exception described in Regs. section 53.4958-4(a)(3)? If "Yes," describe
in Part III .............................

If "Yes" to line 8, did the organization also follow the rebuttable presumption procedure described in Regulations section 53.4958-6(c)? .........................

For Privacy Act and Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Intructions for Form 990

Cat. No. 50053T

Schedule J (Form 990) 2010

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Part II

Officers, Directors, Trustees, Key Employees, and Highest Compensated Employees. Use Schedule J-1 if additional space needed.

For each individual whose compensation must be reported in Schedule J, report compensation from the organization on row (i) and from related organizations, described in the
instructions on row (ii). Do not list any individuals that are not listed on Form 990, Part VII.

Note. The sum of columns (B)(i)-(iii) must equal the applicable column (D) or column (E) amounts on Form 990, Part VII, line 1a.

(A) Name		(B) Breakdown of W-2 and/or 1099-MISC compensation			(C) Retirement and other deferred compensation	(D) Nontaxable benefits	(E) Total of columns (B)(i)-(D)	(F) Compensation reported in prior Form 990 or Form 990-EZ
(A) Name		(i) Base compensation	(ii) Bonus & incentive compensation	(iii) Other reportable compensation	(C) Retirement and other deferred compensation	(D) Nontaxable benefits	(E) Total of columns (B)(i)-(D)
(1) WALTER ISAACSON	(i) (ii)	760,425 0	0 0	0 0	36,750 0	19,068 0	816,243 0	0 0
(2) AMY MARGERUM	(i) (ii)	304,448 0	0 0	0 0	36,750 0	18,171 0	359,369 0	0 0
(3) ELLIOT GERSON	(i) (ii)	306,497 0	0 0	0 0	34,206 0	19,073 0	359,776 0	0 0
(4) DOLORES GORGONE	(i) (ii)	199,927 0	0 0	0 0	29,835 0	2,315 0	232,077 0	0 0
(5) PETER A REILING	(i) (ii)	299,345 0	0 0	0 0	36,750 0	19,049 0	355,144 0	0 0
(6) SUSAN SHERWIN	(i) (ii)	248,706 0	0 0	0 0	36,720 0	13,966 0	299,392 0	0 0
(7) RICHARD CLARK	(i) (ii)	344,586 0	0 0	0 0	36,750 0	13,952 0	395,288 0	0 0
(8) MARY ROBINSON	(i) (ii)	317,296 0	0 0	29,856 0	37,347 0	13,889 0	398,388 0	0 0
(9) CHARLES FIRESTONE	(i) (ii)	266,562 0	0 0	0 0	36,750 0	13,954 0	317,266 0	0 0
(10) MARVIN EDWARDS	(i) (ii)	255,075 0	0 0	0 0	36,750 0	9,415 0	301,240 0	0 0
(11) JANE WALES	(i) (ii)	317,574 0	0 0	0 0	24,500 0	2,395 0	344,469 0	0 0

Schedule J (Form 990) 2010

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Part III

Supplemental Information

Complete this part to provide the information, explanation, or descriptions required for Part I, lines 1a, 1b, 4c, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7, and 8. Also complete this part for any additional information.

Identifier	Return Reference	Explanation
	PART I, LINE 1A	OCCASIONALLY, THE INSTITUTE COVERS FIRST CLASS TRAVEL EXPENSES FOR THE EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENTS WHEN THEY UNDERGO LONG BUSINESS TRIPS TO FOREIGN COUNTRIES. THE INSTITUTE ALSO PAYS FOR THE PRESIDENT/CEO'S SOCIAL CLUB FEES, WHICH IS USED FOR BUSINESS PURPOSES.
	PART I, LINE 4A	MARY ROBINSON, DIRECTOR OF EGI, RECEIVED A TOTAL SEVERANCE PAYMENT OF $29,856 FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2010.

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SCHEDULE M
(Form 990)

Department of the Treasury

Internal Revenue Service

NonCash Contributions

Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, lines 29 or 30.
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Attach to Form 990.

OMB No. 1545-0047

2010

Open to Public Inspection

Name of the organization

THE ASPEN INSTITUTE

Employer identification number

84-0399006

Part I

Types of Property

	(a) Check if applicable	(b) Number of Contributions or items contributed	(c) Contribution amounts reported on Form 990, Part VIII, line 1g	(d) Method of determining contribution amounts
1 Art—Works of art ....	X	1	1	FAIR MARKET VALUE
2 Art—Historical treasures .
3 Art—Fractional interests ..
4 Books and publications ..
5 Clothing and household goods .......
6 Cars and other vehicles ..
7 Boats and planes ....
8 Intellectual property ...
9 Securities—Publicly traded .	X	41	402,486	FAIR MARKET VALUE
10 Securities—Closely held stock .
11 Securities—Partnership, LLC, or trust interests ....	X	1	118,575	FAIR MARKET VALUE
12 Securities—Miscellaneous ..
13 Qualified conservation contribution—Historic structures .....
14 Qualified conservation contribution—Other ...
15 Real estate—Residential .	X	1	1,820,000	ASSESSMENT
16 Real estate—Commercial ..
17 Real estate—Other ...
18 Collectibles .....
19 Food inventory ...
20 Drugs and medical supplies .
21 Taxidermy ......
22 Historical artifacts ....
23 Scientific specimens ..
24 Archeological artifacts ...
25 Other ( )
26 Other ( )
27 Other ( )
28 Other ( )

Number of Forms 8283 received by the organization during the tax year for contributions
for which the organization completed Form 8283, Part IV, Donee Acknowledgement ...

Yes

30a

During the year, did the organization receive by contribution any property reported in Part I, lines 1-28 that it

must hold for at least three years from the date of the initial contribution, and which is not required to be used

for exempt purposes for the entire holding period? ..................

30a

If "Yes," describe the arrangement in Part II.

Does the organization have a gift acceptance policy that requires the review of any non-standard contributions?

Yes

32a

Does the organization hire or use third parties or related organizations to solicit, process, or sell non-cash

contributions? ............................

32a

If "Yes," describe in Part II.

If the organization did not report revenues in column (c) for a type of property for which column (a) is checked,

describe in Part II.

For Privacy Act and Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990.

Cat. No. 51227J

Schedule M (Form 990) 2010

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Part II

Supplemental Information. Complete this part to provide the information required by Part I, lines 30b,
32b, and 33. Also complete this part for any additional information.

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SCHEDULE O
(Form 990 or 990-EZ)

Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service

Supplemental Information to Form 990 or 990-EZ

Complete to provide information for responses to specific questions on
Form 990 or to provide any additional information.
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OMB No. 1545-0047

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Open to Public
Inspection

Name of the organization

THE ASPEN INSTITUTE

Employer identification number

84-0399006

Identifier	Return Reference	Explanation
FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION A, LINE 4		DURING THE 2010 SPRING BOARD MEETINGS, THE INSTITUTE BOARD DECIDED BY A MAJORITY VOTE TO CHANGE THE MAXIMUM NUMBER OF MEMBERS ON THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE TO 18.
FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION B, LINE 11		THE 990 OF THE INSTITUTE IS PREPARED BY AN EXTERNAL ACCOUNTING FIRM IN WHICH INFORMATION IS OBTAINED FROM INSTITUTE'S STAFF. ONCE THE INITIAL DRAFT IS PREPARED IT IS REVIEWED BY SR. FINANCE/ACCOUNTING AND COMMUNICATIONS STAFF. IF NECESSARY, CHANGES ARE MADE AND ANOTHER DRAFT IS ISSUED. THE SECOND DRAFT IS REVIEWED BY AN APPOINTED MEMBER OF THE AUDIT COMMITTEE ALONG WITH THE CFO AND DIRECTOR OF ACCOUNTING. IF NECESSARY, CHANGES ARE MADE AND ANOTHER DRAFT IS ISSUED. THE FINAL DRAFT IS PROVIDED TO ALL MEMBERS OF THE AUDIT COMMITTEE. ONCE APPROVED, COPIES ARE THEN DISTRIBUTED TO ALL BOARD MEMBERS PRIOR TO THE ANNUAL MEETING IN NOVEMBER BEFORE THE RETURN IS FILED.
	FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION B, LINE 12C	THE PURPOSE OF THE CONFLICT OF INTEREST POLICY IS TO PROTECT THE ASPEN INSTITUTE'S INTEREST WHEN IT IS CONTEMPLATING ENTERING INTO A TRANSACTION OR ARRANGEMENT THAT MIGHT BENEFIT THE PRIVATE INTEREST OF AN ASPEN OFFICER, DIRECTOR, OR TRUSTEE. THE MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES ARE REQUIRED TO SIGN A DISCLOSURE WHEN THEY BECOME TRUSTEES AND ANNUALLY WHILE THEY SERVE. THEY ARE REQUIRED TO DISCLOSE ANY ACTUAL OR POSSIBLE CONFLICT OF INTEREST; AN INTERESTED PERSON MUST DISCLOSE THE EXISTENCE OF THE FINANCIAL INTEREST AND BE GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO DISCLOSE ALL MATERIAL FACTS TO THE DIRECTORS AND MEMBERS OF COMMITTEES WITH GOVERNING BOARD DELEGATED POWERS CONSIDERING THE PROPOSED TRANSACTION OR ARRANGEMENT. AFTER DISCLOSURE OF THE FINANCIAL INTEREST AND ALL MATERIAL FACTS, AND AFTER ANY DISCUSSION WITH THE INTERESTED PERSON, HE/SHE SHALL LEAVE THE GOVERNING BOARD OR COMMITTEE MEETING WHILE THE DETERMINATION OF A CONFLICT OF INTEREST IS DISCUSSED AND VOTED UPON. THE REMAINING BOARD OR COMMITTEE MEMBERS SHALL DECIDE IF A CONFLICT OF INTEREST EXISTS. AN INTERESTED PERSON MAY MAKE A PRESENTATION AT THE GOVERNING BOARD OR COMMITTEE MEETING, BUT AFTER THE PRESENTATION, HE/SHE SHALL LEAVE THE MEETING DURING THE DISCUSSION OF, AND THE VOTE ON, THE TRANSACTION OR ARRANGEMENT INVOLVING THE POSSIBLE CONFLICT OF INTEREST. IF THE GOVERNING BOARD OR COMMITTEE HAS REASONABLE CAUSE TO BELIEVE A MEMBER HAS FAILED TO DISCLOSE ACTUAL OR POSSIBLE CONFLICTS OF INTEREST, IT SHALL INFORM THE MEMBER OF THE BASIS FOR SUCH BELIEF AND AFFORD THE MEMBER AN OPPORTUNITY TO EXPLAIN THE ALLEGED FAILURE TO DISCLOSE. IF, AFTER HEARING THE MEMBER'S RESPONSE AND AFTER MAKING FURTHER INVESTIGATION AS WARRANTED BY THE CIRCUMSTANCES, THE GOVERNING BOARD OR COMMITTEE DETERMINES THE MEMBER HAS FAILED TO DISCLOSE AN ACTUAL OR POSSIBLE CONFLICT OF INTEREST, IT SHALL TAKE APPROPRIATE DISCIPLINARY AND CORRECTIVE ACTION.
	FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION B, LINE 15	THE INSTITUTE UTILIZES AN EXTERNAL CONSULTANT TO REVIEW ALL SALARIES OF THE INSTITUTE INCLUDING TOP MANAGEMENT AND KEY EMPLOYEES. THE CONSULTANT PERFORMS MARKET COMPARISONS WITHIN OUR PEER ORGANIZATIONS AND MAKES RECOMMENDATIONS ON SALARY LEVELS FOR POSITIONS. THE SALARY LEVELS ARE BASED ON PERCENTAGES OF THE PEER ORGANIZATIONS. THE INSTITUTE STRIVES TO STAY AT THE 50% LEVEL OF OUR COMPARATIVE ORGANIZATIONS. THE CEO, OTHER OFFICERS, AND KEY EMPLOYEES SALARIES ARE REVIEWED BY THIS CONSULTANT AND THEN PRESENTED TO THE COMPENSATION SUB-COMMITTEE OF THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE. THE SALARIES ARE VETTED IN THIS SUB-COMMITTEE AND A RECOMMENDATION IS MADE TO THE FULL BOARD FOR APPROVAL IN THE EXECUTIVE SESSION.
	FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION C, LINE 19	THE GOVERNING DOCUMENTS, CONFLICT OF INTEREST POLICY, FEDERAL FORM 990, AND THE AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS ARE AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST.
CHANGES IN NET ASSETS OR FUND BALANCES:	FORM 990, PART XI, LINE 5:	NET UNREALIZED GAINS ON INVESTMENTS: 5,216,028.

For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990 or 990-EZ.

Cat. No. 51056K

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1	Was the organization a U.S. transferor of property to a foreign corporation during the tax year? If "Yes," the organization may be required to file Form 926 (see instructions for Form 926).................	Yes	No
2	Did the organization have an interest in a foreign trust during the tax year? If " Yes," the organization may be required to file Form 3520 and/or Form 3520-A. (see instructions for Forms 3520 and 3520-A)..........	Yes	No
3	Did the organization have an ownership interest in a foreign corporation during the tax year? If "Yes," the organization may be required to file Form 5471, Information Return of U.S. Persons with respect to Certain Foreign Corporations. (see instructions for Form 5471)..............................	Yes	No
4	Was the organization a direct or indirect shareholder of a passive foreign investment company or a qualified electing fund during the tax year? If "Yes," the organization may be required to file Form 8621, Return by a Shareholder of a Passive Foreign Investment Company or Qualified Electing Fund. (see instructions for Form 8621)	Yes	No
5	Did the organization have an ownership interest in a foreign partnership during the tax year? If "Yes," the organization may be required to file Form 8865, Return of U.S. Persons with respect to Certain Foreign Partnerships. (see instructions for Form 8865)....................................	Yes	No
6	Did the organization have any operations in or related to any boycotting countries during the tax year? If "Yes," the organization may be required to file Form 5713, International Boycott Report (see instructions for Form 5713)................................................	Yes	No