Form990
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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)

MediumBullet 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 10-01-2010 and ending 09-30-2011
BCheck if applicable:
CName of organization
INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF FIRE FIGHTERS
 
Doing Business As
 
 
Number and street (or P.O. box if mail is not delivered to street address)
1750 NEW YORK AVENUE NW
 
Room/suite
City or town, state or country, and ZIP + 4
WASHINGTON, DC20006
D Employer identification number

53-0088290
E Telephone number

G Gross receipts $ 49,994,453
F Name and address of principal officer:
THOMAS H MILLER
1750 NEW YORK AVENUE NW
WASHINGTON,DC20006
I
Tax-exempt status: ( 5 ) LeftBullet (insert no.) or
J
Website:MediumBullet
WWW.IAFF.ORG
H(a)
Is this a group return for
affiliates?
H(b)
Are all affiliates included?
If "No," attach a list. (see instructions)
H(c)
Group exemption number MediumBullet  
K Form of organization:
 
L Year of formation: 1918
M State of legal domicile: DC
Part I
Summary
Activities & Governance 1 Briefly describe the organization’s mission or most significant activities: TO ORGANIZE ALL FIRE FIGHTERS AND EMERGENCY MEDICAL OR RESCUE WORKERS AND SECURE JUST COMPENSATION FOR THEIR SERVICES AND EQUITABLE SETTLEMENT OF THEIR GRIEVANCES. TO PROMOTE AS SAFE AND HEALTHY A WORKING ENVIRONMENT FOR FIRE FIGHTERS AS IS POSSIBLE THROUGH MODERN TECHNOLOGY. TO PROMOTE THE ESTABLISHMENT OF JUST AND REASONABLE WORKING CONDITIONS. TO PLACE THE MEMBERS OF THE ASSOCIATION ON A HIGHER PLANE OF SKILL AND EFFICIENCY. TO PROMOTE HARMONIOUS RELATIONS BETWEEN FIRE FIGHTERS AND THEIR EMPLOYERS. TO ENCOURAGE THE FORMATION OF LOCAL UNIONS, STATE AND PROVINCIAL ASSOCIATIONS AND JOINT COUNCILS. TO ENCOURAGE THE FORMATION OF SICK AND DEATH BENEFIT FUNDS. TO PROMOTE THE RESEARCH AND TREATMENT OF BURNS AND OTHER RELATED HEALTH PROBLEMS COMMON TO FIRE FIGHTERS. TO ENCOURAGE THE ESTABLISHMENT OF SCHOOLS OF INSTRUCTION FOR IMPARTING KNOWLEDGE OF MODERN AND IMPROVED METHODS OF FIRE FIGHTING AND PREVENTION. TO CULTIVATE FRIENDSHIP AND FELLOWSHIP AMONG ITS MEMBERS.
2 Check this box MediumBullet
3 Number of voting members of the governing body (Part VI, line 1a) .... 3 21
4 Number of independent voting members of the governing body (Part VI, line 1b) .... 4 0
5 Total number of individuals employed in calendar year 2010 (Part V, line 2a) ... 5 151
6 Total number of volunteers (estimate if necessary) .... 6 0
7a Total unrelated business revenue from Part VIII, column (C), line 12 .. 7a 519,895
b Net unrelated business taxable income from Form 990-T, line 34 .. 7b 3,510
Revenues; Prior Year Current Year
8 Contributions and grants (Part VIII, line 1h) ......... 11,658,875 8,067,188
9 Program service revenue (Part VIII, line 2g) ......... 39,305,506 39,580,427
10 Investment income (Part VIII, column (A), lines 3, 4, and 7d ) .... 402,640 436,764
11 Other revenue (Part VIII, column (A), lines 5, 6d, 8c, 9c, 10c, and 11e) 1,152,735 1,622,268
12 Total revenue—add lines 8 through 11 (must equal Part VIII, column (A), line 12)................... 52,519,756 49,706,647
Expenses; 13 Grants and similar amounts paid (Part IX, column (A), lines 1–3 )... 0 0
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) 22,640,233 22,812,763
16a Professional fundraising fees (Part IX, column (A), line 11e).... 0 0
b Total fundraising expenses (Part IX, column (D), line 25) MediumBullet0    
17 Other expenses (Part IX, column (A), lines 11a–11d, 11f–24f).... 28,412,471 24,363,026
18 Total expenses. Add lines 13–17 (must equal Part IX, column (A), line 25) 51,052,704 47,175,789
19 Revenue less expenses. Subtract line 18 from line 12...... 1,467,052 2,530,858
Net Assets or Fund Balances; Beginning of Current Year End of Year
20 Total assets (Part X, line 16)............ 35,285,444 36,833,084
21 Total liabilities (Part X, line 26)............ 32,005,686 35,355,638
22 Net assets or fund balances. Subtract line 21 from line 20 ..... 3,279,758 1,477,446
Part II
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Cat. No. 11282Y
Form 990 (2010)
Form 990 (2010)
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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 . . . . . . . . . .
1
Briefly describe the organization’s mission: TO ORGANIZE ALL FIRE FIGHTERS AND EMERGENCY MEDICAL OR RESCUE WORKERS AND SECURE JUST COMPENSATION FOR THEIR SERVICES AND EQUITABLE SETTLEMENT OF THEIR GRIEVANCES. TO PROMOTE AS SAFE AND HEALTHY A WORKING ENVIRONMENT FOR FIRE FIGHTERS AS IS POSSIBLE THROUGH MODERN TECHNOLOGY. TO PROMOTE THE ESTABLISHMENT OF JUST AND REASONABLE WORKING CONDITIONS. TO PLACE THE MEMBERS OF THE ASSOCIATION ON A HIGHER PLANE OF SKILL AND EFFICIENCY. TO PROMOTE HARMONIOUS RELATIONS BETWEEN FIRE FIGHTERS AND THEIR EMPLOYERS. TO ENCOURAGE THE FORMATION OF LOCAL UNIONS, STATE AND PROVINCIAL ASSOCIATIONS AND JOINT COUNCILS. TO ENCOURAGE THE FORMATION OF SICK AND DEATH BENEFIT FUNDS. TO PROMOTE THE RESEARCH AND TREATMENT OF BURNS AND OTHER RELATED HEALTH PROBLEMS COMMON TO FIRE FIGHTERS. TO ENCOURAGE THE ESTABLISHMENT OF SCHOOLS OF INSTRUCTION FOR IMPARTING KNOWLEDGE OF MODERN AND IMPROVED METHODS OF FIRE FIGHTING AND PREVENTION. TO CULTIVATE FRIENDSHIP AND FELLOWSHIP AMONG ITS MEMBERS.
2
Did the organization undertake any significant program services during the year which were not listed on
the prior Form 990 or 990-EZ? ....................
If “Yes,” describe these new services on Schedule O.
3
Did the organization cease conducting, or make significant changes in how it conducts, any program services? ..........................
If “Yes,” describe these changes on Schedule O.
4
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 $   including grants of $   ) (Revenue $   )
LABOR AND COLLECTIVE BARGAINING ASSISTANCE - IAFF PROVIDES LABOR RELATION ASSISTANCE RELATED TO COLLECTIVE BARGAINING INCLUDING FINANCIAL ANALYSIS, WAGE COMPARABLES, COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT ANALYSIS, AND TECHNICAL ASSSITANCE FOR NEGOTIATION AND ARBITRATION. ADDITIONALLY, IAFF STAFF IS TRAINED TO ANSWER QUESTIONS REGARDING THE FAIR LABOR STANDARDS ACT, EMPLOYEE HEALTH AND PENSION BENEFITS, AND CONDUCT ANALYSIS OF COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENTS.
4b (Code:   ) (Expenses $   including grants of $   ) (Revenue $   )
EDUCATION AND TRAINING - THE IAFF PROVIDES EDUCATION AND TRAINING SERVICES TO ENCOURAGE ITS MEMBERS TO CONTINUOUSLY BUILD THEIR SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE IN THEIR ROLES AS FIRE FIGHTERS, PARAMEDICS, AND UNION LEADERS. MEMBERS HAVE ACCESS TO IAFF EDUCATION AND TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES ON A WIDE ARRAY OF TOPICS. THE IAFF ALSO PROVIDES ACCESS TO ONLINE LEARNING RESOURCES AS WELL AS INFORMATION ABOUT HANDS-ON TRAINING, CLASSROOM EDUCATION, SELF-PACED STUDY, INSTRUCTIONAL CONFERENCES, SCHOLARSHIPS, AND MORE.
4c (Code:   ) (Expenses $   including grants of $   ) (Revenue $   )
HEALTH AND SAFETY - IAFF DEVELOPS AND ENCOURAGES PROGRAMS TO INCORPORATE SAFE PRACTICES INTO THE FIRE FIGHTING INDUSTRY. THROUGH VARIOUS PROGRAMS AND OUTLETS SUCH AS THE NEAR-MISS REPORTING SYSTEM, FACT SHEET SUPPORT, PRESUMPTIVE HEALTH INITIATIVES, AND DISTRIBUTION OF SAFETY ALERTS, THE IAFF IS DEDICATED TO PROVIDE FIRE FIGHTERS AND EMERGENCY MEDICAL RESPONDERS WITH THE MOST CURRENT INFORMATION ON HOW THE WORK ENVIRONMENT AFFECTS THEIR HEALTH.
4d Other program services. (Describe in Schedule O.)
(Expenses $   including grants of $   ) (Revenue $   )
4e Total program service expensesMediumBullet$  
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Form 990 (2010)
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Part IV
Checklist of Required Schedules
Yes
No
1
Is the organization described in section 501(c)(3) or 4947(a)(1) (other than a private foundation)? If “Yes,” complete Schedule A.....................
1
 
No
2
Is the organization required to complete Schedule B, Schedule of Contributors? Click to see attachment........
2
Yes
 
3
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 IClick to see attachment..........
3
Yes
 
4
Section 501(c)(3) organizations. Did the organization engage in lobbying activities? If “Yes,” complete Schedule C,
Part II.........................
4
 
 
5
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 IIIClick to see attachment........................
5
Yes
 
6
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 IClick to see attachment.......................
6
 
No
7
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 IIClick to see attachment...
7
 
No
8
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....................
8
 
No
9
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 IVClick to see attachment...................
9
 
No
10
Did the organization, directly or through a related organization, hold assets in term, permanent,or quasi-endowments? If “Yes,” complete Schedule D, Part VClick to see attachment
10
 
No
11
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:
a
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
 
b
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
 
c
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
 
No
d
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
Yes
 
e
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
 
f
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
 
No
b
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
Yes
 
13
Is the organization a school described in section 170(b)(1)(A)(ii)? If “Yes,” complete Schedule E
13
 
No
14a
Did the organization maintain an office, employees, or agents outside of the United States?....
14a
Yes
 
b
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
 
15
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
15
 
No
16
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
16
 
No
17
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
17
 
No
18
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..........
18
 
No
19
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...................
19
 
No
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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
 
No
b
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
 
 
21
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..
21
 
No
22
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.....
22
 
No
23
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
23
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
 
No
b
Did the organization invest any proceeds of tax-exempt bonds beyond a temporary period exception?...
24b
 
 
c
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
 
 
d
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
 
 
b
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
 
 
26
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........................... Click to see attachment
26
 
No
27
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............... Click to see attachment
27
Yes
 
28
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
A current or former officer, director, trustee, or key employee? If “Yes,” complete Schedule L, Part IV ......................... Click to see attachment
28a
 
No
b
A family member of a current or former officer, director, trustee, or key employee? If “Yes,”
complete Schedule L, Part IV................... Click to see attachment
28b
 
No
c
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.. Click to see attachment
28c
 
No
29
Did the organization receive more than $25,000 in non-cash contributions? If “Yes,” complete Schedule M
29
 
No
30
Did the organization receive contributions of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets, or qualified conservation contributions? If “Yes,” complete Schedule M............
30
 
No
31
Did the organization liquidate, terminate, or dissolve and cease operations? If “Yes,” complete Schedule N,
Part I...........................
31
 
No
32
Did the organization sell, exchange, dispose of, or transfer more than 25% of its net assets? If “Yes,” complete Schedule N, Part II.......................
32
 
No
33
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........ Click to see attachment
33
 
No
34
Was the organization related to any tax-exempt or taxable entity? If “Yes,” complete Schedule R, Parts II, III, IV, and V, line 1..................... Click to see attachment
34
Yes
 
35
Is any related organization a controlled entity within the meaning of section 512(b)(13)? .....
35
Yes
 
a
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... Click to see attachment
36
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...........
36
 
 
37
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 VIClick to see attachment
37
 
No
38
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. ............
38
Yes
 
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Form 990 (2010)
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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
No
1a
Enter the number reported in Box 3 of Form 1096. Enter -0- if not applicable. .......
1a
406
b
Enter the number of Forms W-2G included in line 1a. Enter -0- if not applicable.
1b
0
c
Did the organization comply with backup withholding rules for reportable payments to vendors and reportable gaming (gambling) winnings to prize winners? ..................
1c
Yes
 
2a
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 .....................
2a
151
b
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)
2b
Yes
 
3a
Did the organization have unrelated business gross income of $1,000 or more during the year?.............................
3a
Yes
 
b
If “Yes,” has it filed a Form 990-T for this year? If “No,” provide an explanation in Schedule O.....
3b
Yes
 
4a
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)?.......................
4a
Yes
 
b
If "Yes," enter the name of the foreign country: MediumBulletCA
See instructions for filing requirements for Form TD F 90-22.1, Report of Foreign Bank and Financial Accounts.
5a
Was the organization a party to a prohibited tax shelter transaction at any time during the tax year?..
5a
 
No
b
Did any taxable party notify the organization that it was or is a party to a prohibited tax shelter transaction?
5b
 
No
c
If “Yes” to line 5a or 5b, did the organization file Form 8886-T? ........
5c
 
 
6a
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?..........
6a
 
No
b
If “Yes,” did the organization include with every solicitation an express statement that such contributions or gifts were not tax deductible?........................
6b
 
 
7
Organizations that may receive deductible contributions under section 170(c).
a
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?....................
7a
 
No
b
If “Yes,” did the organization notify the donor of the value of the goods or services provided?.....
7b
 
 
c
Did the organization sell, exchange, or otherwise dispose of tangible personal property for which it was required to file Form 8282?...........................
7c
 
No
d
If “Yes,” indicate the number of Forms 8282 filed during the year ....
7d
 
e
Did the organization receive any funds, directly or indirectly, to pay premiums on a personal benefit contract?..........................
7e
 
No
f
Did the organization, during the year, pay premiums, directly or indirectly, on a personal benefit contract?..
7f
 
No
g
If the organization received a contribution of qualified intellectual property, did the organization file Form 8899 as required?...................
7g
 
No
h
If the organization received a contribution of cars, boats, airplanes, or other vehicles, did the organization file a Form 1098-C?...............
7h
 
No
8
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?................
8
 
 
9
Sponsoring organizations maintaining donor advised funds.
a
Did the organization make any taxable distributions under section 4966?.........
9a
 
 
b
Did the organization make a distribution to a donor, donor advisor, or related person?......
9b
 
 
10
Section 501(c)(7) organizations. Enter:
a
Initiation fees and capital contributions included on Part VIII, line 12 ...
10a
 
b
Gross receipts, included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 12, for public use of club facilities
10b
 
11
Section 501(c)(12) organizations. Enter:
a
Gross income from members or shareholders .........
11a
 
b
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
 
 
b
If “Yes,” enter the amount of tax-exempt interest received or accrued during the year.
12b
 
13
Section 501(c)(29) qualified nonprofit health insurance issuers.
a
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
 
 
b
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
 
c
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
 
 
b
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
No
1a
Enter the number of voting members of the governing body at the end of the tax year ..............
1a
21
b
Enter the number of voting members included in line 1a, above, who are independent .................
1b
0
2
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? .................
2
 
No
3
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? ..
3
 
No
4
Did the organization make any significant changes to its governing documents since the prior Form 990 was filed?
4
 
No
5
Did the organization become aware during the year of a significant diversion of the organization’s assets? .
5
 
No
6
Does the organization have members or stockholders? ................
6
Yes
 
7a
Does the organization have members, stockholders, or other persons who may elect one or more members of the governing body? .........................
7a
Yes
 
b
Are any decisions of the governing body subject to approval by members, stockholders, or other persons? ..
7b
Yes
 
8
Did the organization contemporaneously document the meetings held or written actions undertaken during the year by the following:
a
The governing body? .........................
8a
Yes
 
b
Each committee with authority to act on behalf of the governing body? ............
8b
Yes
 
9
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 .....
9
 
No
Section B. Policies (This Section B requests information about policies not required by the Internal
Revenue Code.)
Yes
No
10a
Does the organization have local chapters, branches, or affiliates? ............
10a
Yes
 
b
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
Yes
 
11a
Has the organization provided a copy of this Form 990 to all members of its governing body before filing the form?
11a
Yes
 
b
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
 
b
Are officers, directors or trustees, and key employees required to disclose annually interests that could give rise to conflicts? ...........................
12b
Yes
 
c
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
 
13
Does the organization have a written whistleblower policy? ...............
13
Yes
 
14
Does the organization have a written document retention and destruction policy? .........
14
Yes
 
15
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?
a
The organization’s CEO, Executive Director, or top management official ...........
15a
Yes
 
b
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
 
No
b
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
17
List the States with which a copy of this Form 990 is required to be filedMediumBullet
18
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.
19
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.
20
State the name, physical address, and telephone number of the person who possesses the books and records of the organization: MediumBullet
THE ORGANIZATION
1750 NEW YORK AVE NW
WASHINGTON,DC200065395
(202) 737-8484
Form 990 (2010)
Form 990 (2010)
Page 7
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.
RoundBullet 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.

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

RoundBullet 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.

RoundBullet 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
Individual Trustee or Director; Institutional Trustee; Officer; Key Employee; Highest compensated employee; Former;
(1) MARK OUELLETTE
TRUSTEE
 2.00 X           10,778 0 0
(2) TONY MEJIA
TRUSTEE
 2.00 X           13,151 0 0
(3) ALEX FORREST
TRUSTEE
 2.00 X           9,617 0 0
(4) HAROLD SCHAITBERGER
GENERAL PRESIDENT
 40.00 X   X       312,012 0 128,885
(5) THOMAS H MILLER
GENERAL SECRETARY-TREASURER
 40.00 X   X       255,746 0 185,718
(6) AM MULLANE
VICE PRESIDENT
 40.00 X   X       94,698 0 78,597
(7) RANDY ATKINSON
VICE PRESIDENT
 40.00 X   X       80,793 0 26,261
(8) WILLIAM TAYLOR
VICE PRESIDENT
 40.00 X   X       94,863 0 52,210
(9) KEVIN GALLAGHER
VICE PRESIDENT
 40.00 X   X       97,167 0 44,160
(10) ROY MCGHEE
VICE PRESIDENT
 40.00 X   X       83,581 0 33,559
(11) JAMES JOHNSON
VICE PRESIDENT
 40.00 X   X       86,060 0 38,052
(12) DANNY TODD
VICE PRESIDENT
 40.00 X   X       81,955 0 51,918
(13) PAUL HUFNAGEL
VICE PRESIDENT
 40.00 X   X       72,545 0 21,919
(14) JOSEPH CONWAY JR
VICE PRESIDENT
 40.00 X   X       81,078 0 43,630
(15) LARRY OSBORNE
VICE PRESIDENT
 40.00 X   X       82,575 0 27,091
(16) LORNE WEST
VICE PRESIDENT
 40.00 X   X       78,979 0 8,653
(17) JAMES FENNELL
VICE PRESIDENT
 40.00 X   X       78,979 0 7,362
Form 990 (2010)
Form 990 (2010)
Page 8
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
Individual Trustee or Director; Institutional Trustee; Officer; Key Employee; Highest compensated employee; Former;
(18) BRUCE CARPENTER
VICE PRESIDENT
 40.00 X   X       78,979 0 7,362
(19) RICKY WALSH
VICE PRESIDENT
 40.00 X   X       86,589 0 36,539
(20) MARK WOOLBRIGHT
VICE PRESIDENT
 40.00 X   X       90,800 0 4,704
(21) JAMES FERGUSON
VICE PRESIDENT
 40.00 X   X       81,326 0 51,824
(22) PETER GORMAN
CHIEF OF STAFF TO GENERAL PRESIDENT
 40.00       X     195,420 0 38,570
(23) JIM LEE
CHIEF OF OPERATIONS TO GENERAL SECRETARY-TREASURER
 40.00       X     172,709 0 34,862
(24) DONALD F COPLEY
FORMER ASSISTANT TO GENERAL PRESIDENT
 40.00       X     157,411 0 118,545
(25) KEVIN B O'CONNOR
ASSISTANT TO GENERAL PRESIDENT FOR GOV. AFFAIRS
 40.00       X     157,565 0 62,062
(26) RICHARD DUFFY
ASSISTANT TO GENERAL PRESIDENT FOR SAFETY
 40.00       X     158,931 0 141,111
(27) PATRICK MORRISON
ASSISTANT TO GENERAL PRESIDENT FOR EDUCATION
 40.00       X     158,237 0 51,911
(28) LORI L MOORE
ASSISTANT TO GENERAL PRESIDENT FOR TECH ASSISTANCE
 40.00       X     158,270 0 88,368
(29) JEFFREY A ZACK
ASSISTANT TO GENERAL PRESIDENT FOR MEDIA
 40.00       X     166,664 0 48,346
(30) DAVID BERNARD
IT NETWORK ADMINISTRATOR
 40.00         X   142,108 0 52,097
(31) DAVID BILLY
DIRECTOR OF POLITICAL ACTION
 40.00         X   123,862 0 85,066
(32) MARIA T VALENZUELA
ASSISTANT TO GENERAL PRESIDENT
 40.00         X   124,597 0 2,472
(33) JONATHAN MOORE
DIRECTOR - FIRE AND EMS OPERATIONS/GIS
 40.00         X   123,776 0 64,201
(34) MICHELE SHAFFER
DIRECTOR - LABOR ISSUES AND COLLECTIVE BARGAINING
 40.00         X   123,916 0 98,380
(35) VINCENT J BOLLON
FORMER GENERAL SECRETARY-TREASURER
 0.00           X 419,205 0 0
(36) ERICK J GENSER
FORMER EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT TO GENERAL SECRETARY
 0.00           X 238,260 0 40,190
(37) KENNETH A LONG
FORMER ASSISTANT TO GENERAL SECRETARY-TREASURER
 0.00           X 154,336 0 37,459
(38) ELAINE DUFFY
FORMER ASSISTANT TO GENERAL SECRETARY-TREASURER
 0.00           X 312,159 0 2,924
(39) ERIC LAMAR
FORMER ASSISTANT TO GENERAL PRESIDENT
 0.00           X 142,760 0 2,364
1b Sub-Total................MediumBullet
c Total from continuation sheets to Part VII, Section A....MediumBullet
d Total (add lines 1b and 1c)............MediumBullet 5,182,457 0 1,817,372
2
Total number of individuals (including but not limited to those listed above) who received more than $100,000 in reportable compensation from the organizationMediumBullet20
Yes
No
3
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 .............
3
Yes
 
4
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...........................
4
Yes
 
5
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 .....
5
 
No
Section B. Independent Contractors
1
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
AFL-CIO HEALTH & WELFARE PLAN
PO BOX 94408
CHICAGO,IL60690 		HEALTH INSURANCE 2,971,026
UNITED UNIONS
1750 NEW YORK AVENUE NW
WASHINGTON,DC20006 		RENT 1,725,369
WOODLEY & MCGILIVARY
1101 VERMONT AVENUE NW SUITE 1000
WASHINGTON,DC20005 		LEGAL 1,470,671
STOKES & COMPANY PC
1201 15TH STREET NW SUITE 340
WASHINGTON,DC20005 		ACCOUNTING 243,477
CORNERSTONE PROFESSIONAL GROUP
901 DULANEY VALLEY ROAD SUITE 601
TOWSON,MD21204 		CONSULTING 115,251
2
Total number of independent contractors (including but not limited to those listed above) who received more than $100,000 in compensation from the organization MediumBullet7
Form 990 (2010)
Form 990 (2010)
Page 9
Part VIII
Statement of Revenue
(A)
Total revenue 		(B)
Related or
exempt
function
revenue 		(C)
Unrelated
business
revenue 		(D)
Revenue
excluded from
tax under sections
512, 513, or 514
Contributions, gifts, grants and other similar amounts 1a Federated campaigns..1a  
b Membership dues....1b  
c Fundraising events....1c  
d Related organizations...1d  
e Government grants (contributions)1e 6,864,039
f All other contributions, gifts, grants, and
similar amounts not included above1f 		1,203,149
g Noncash contributions included in lines 1a-1f:$  
h Total. Add lines 1a-1f.......MediumBullet 8,067,188
Program Service Revenue Business Code
2a PER CAPITA TAX 900,099 37,500,859 37,500,859    
b REGISTRATION FEES 900,099 1,355,159 1,355,159    
c REIMBURSED LEGAL FEES 900,099 604,377 604,377    
d INITIATION AND REINSTA 900,099 120,032 120,032    
e
f All other program service revenue .        
g Total. Add lines 2a–2f........MediumBullet 39,580,427
Other Revenue 3 Investment income (including dividends, interest
and other similar amounts).....MediumBullet 436,764     436,764
4 Income from investment of tax-exempt bond proceeds..MediumBullet        
5 Royalties............MediumBullet 589,154     589,154
(i) Real (ii) Personal
6a Gross Rents    
b Less: rental expenses    
c Rental income or (loss)    
d Net rental income or (loss).......MediumBullet        
(i) Securities (ii) Other
7a Gross amount from sales of assets other than inventory    
b Less: cost or other basis and sales expenses    
c Gain or (loss)    
d Net gain or (loss)..........MediumBullet        
8a Gross income from fundraising events (not including
$  
of contributions reported on line 1c). See Part IV, line 18 ...
a  
b Less: direct expenses ...b  
c Net income or (loss) from fundraising events..MediumBullet      
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...MediumBullet        
10a Gross sales of inventory, less
returns and allowances .
a 71,013
b Less: cost of goods sold ..b 287,806
c Net income or (loss) from sales of inventory..MediumBullet -216,793 -216,793    
Miscellaneous Revenue Business Code
11a ADVERTISING INCOME 541,800 519,895   519,895  
b            
c            
d All other revenue .... 730,012 730,012    
e Total. Add lines 11a–11d ......MediumBullet 1,249,907
12 Total revenue. See Instructions....MediumBullet 49,706,647 40,093,646 519,895 1,025,918
Form 990 (2010)
Form 990 (2010)
Page 10
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 Grants and other assistance to individuals in the U.S. See Part IV, line 22    
3 Grants and other assistance to governments, organizations, and individuals outside the U.S. See Part IV, lines 15 and 16    
4 Benefits paid to or for members    
5 Compensation of current officers, directors, trustees, and key employees .... 5,650,183      
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 9,331,911      
8 Pension plan contributions (include section 401(k) and section 403(b) employer contributions) .... 3,964,202      
9 Other employee benefits ....... 2,942,058      
10 Payroll taxes ........... 924,409      
11 Fees for services (non-employees):        
a Management ......        
b Legal ......... 925,292      
c Accounting ........... 278,227      
d Lobbying ...........        
e Professional fundraising. See Part IV, line 17..    
f Investment management fees ......        
g Other .......... 5,147,201      
12 Advertising and promotion .... 1,170,804      
13 Office expenses ....... 316,636      
14 Information technology ...... 1,096,249      
15 Royalties ..        
16 Occupancy ........... 2,302,794      
17 Travel ............ 2,036,898      
18 Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials ......        
19 Conferences, conventions, and meetings .... 1,357,583      
20 Interest ........... 20,101      
21 Payments to affiliates ....... 2,591,651      
22 Depreciation, depletion, and amortization ..... 269,374      
23 Insurance .............. 185,831      
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 UBIT TAXES 825      
b POLITICAL CONTRIBUTIONS 1,924,452      
c JOURNAL AND PUBLICATION 1,746,698      
d DONATIONS 807,798      
e PRINTING AND COPYING 559,433      
f All other expenses 1,625,179      
25 Total functional expenses. Add lines 1 through 24f 47,175,789      
26 Joint costs. Check here MediumBullet 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 		       
Form 990 (2010)
Form 990 (2010)
Page 11
Part X Balance Sheet
(A)
Beginning of year 		(B)
End of year
Assets 1 Cash—non-interest-bearing .......... 294 1 1,022,693
2 Savings and temporary cash investments ....... 23,141,652 2 22,009,380
3 Pledges and grants receivable, net ......... 2,445,835 3 1,936,783
4 Accounts receivable, net ......... 2,310,625 4 817,856
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 ............. 1,400,158 7 1,245,654
8 Inventories for sale or use .............. 112,820 8 100,557
9 Prepaid expenses and deferred charges ............ 2,987,870 9 205,996
10a Land, buildings, and equipment: cost or other basis. Complete Part VI of Schedule D 10a 3,775,660
b Less: accumulated depreciation. ..... 10b 3,238,576 708,176 10c 537,084
11 Investments—publicly traded securities ..........   11  
12 Investments—other securities. See Part IV, line 11 ...... 2,178,014 12 5,006,398
13 Investments—program-related. See Part IV, line 11 ..   13  
14 Intangible assets .........   14  
15 Other assets. See Part IV, line 11 ........... 0 15 3,950,683
16 Total assets. Add lines 1 through 15 (must equal line 34)... 35,285,444 16 36,833,084
Liabilities 17 Accounts payable and accrued expenses . 31,252,884 17 26,636,551
18 Grants payable ..........   18  
19 Deferred revenue .......... 522,692 19 565,205
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..... 230,110 25 8,153,882
26 Total liabilities. Add lines 17 through 25..... 32,005,686 26 35,355,638
Net Assets or Fund Balance Organizations that follow SFAS 117, check here MediumBullet and complete lines 27 through 29, and lines 33 and 34.
27 Unrestricted net assets ..... 880,427 27 807,092
28 Temporarily restricted net assets ..... 2,399,331 28 670,354
29 Permanently restricted net assets .....   29  
Organizations that do not follow SFAS 117, check here MediumBullet 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 ..... 3,279,758 33 1,477,446
34 Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances ..... 35,285,444 34 36,833,084
Form 990 (2010)
Form 990 (2010)
Page 12
Part XI
Reconcilliation of Net Assets
Check if Schedule O contains a response to any question in this Part XI . . . . . . . . . .
1
Total revenue (must equal Part VIII, column (A), line 12) . . .
1
49,706,647
2
Total expenses (must equal Part IX, column (A), line 25) . . . . .
2
47,175,789
3
Revenue less expenses. Subtract line 2 from line 1 . . . .
3
2,530,858
4
Net assets or fund balances at beginning of year (must equal Part X, line 33, column (A)) . .
4
3,279,758
5
Other changes in net assets or fund balances (explain in Schedule O) . . . .
5
-4,333,170
6
Net assets or fund balances at end of year. Combine lines 3, 4, and 5 (must equal Part X, line 33, column (B)) . . . . . .
6
1,477,446
Part XII
Financial Statements and Reporting
Check if Schedule O contains a response to any question in this Part XII . . . . . . . . . .
Yes
No
1
Accounting method used to prepare the Form 990:  
If the organization changed its method of accounting from a prior year or checked "Other," explain in
Schedule O.
2a
Were the organization’s financial statements compiled or reviewed by an independent accountant?..
2a
 
No
b
Were the organization’s financial statements audited by an independent accountant?........
2b
Yes
 
c
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............................
2c
Yes
 
d
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:
3a
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? ................
3a
Yes
 
b
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. ..
3b
Yes
 
Form 990 (2010)
Additional Data


Software ID:  
Software Version:  
Form 990, Special Condition Description:
Special Condition Description
Schedule B
(Form 990, 990-EZ,
or 990-PF)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Schedule of Contributors
Arrow Bullet Attach to Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2010
Name of organization
INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF FIRE FIGHTERS
 
Employer identification number

53-0088290
Organization type (check one):
Filers of:
Section:
Form 990 or 990-EZ





Form 990-PF




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—
Special Rules
......................... 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)

Schedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2010)
Page 1 of 1 of Part I
Name of organization
INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF FIRE FIGHTERS
  		Employer identification number

53-0088290
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




(Complete Part II if there is
a noncash contribution.)
(a)
No.		 (b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4		 (c)
Aggregate contributions		 (d)
Type of contribution
 
 
 

     
 
   

$  




(Complete Part II if there is
a noncash contribution.)
(a)
No.		 (b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4		 (c)
Aggregate contributions		 (d)
Type of contribution
 
 
 

     
 
   

$  




(Complete Part II if there is
a noncash contribution.)
(a)
No.		 (b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4		 (c)
Aggregate contributions		 (d)
Type of contribution
 
 
 

     
 
   

$  




(Complete Part II if there is
a noncash contribution.)
(a)
No.		 (b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4		 (c)
Aggregate contributions		 (d)
Type of contribution
 
 
 

     
 
   

$  




(Complete Part II if there is
a noncash contribution.)
(a)
No.		 (b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4		 (c)
Aggregate contributions		 (d)
Type of contribution
 
 
 

     
 
   

$  




(Complete Part II if there is
a noncash contribution.)
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 II
Name of organization
INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF FIRE FIGHTERS
  		Employer identification number

53-0088290
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
INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF FIRE FIGHTERS
  		Employer identification number

53-0088290
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		 (c)
Use 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		 (c)
Use 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		 (c)
Use 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		 (c)
Use 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
 
 
       
 
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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
Round Bullet Section 501(c)(3) organizations: Complete Parts I-A and B. Do not complete Part I-C.
Round Bullet Section 501(c) (other than section 501(c)(3)) organizations: Complete Parts I-A and C below. Do not complete Part I-B.
Round Bullet 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
Round Bullet 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.
Round Bullet 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
Round Bullet Section 501(c)(4), (5), or (6) organizations: Complete Part III.
Name of the organization
INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF FIRE FIGHTERS
 
Employer identification number

53-0088290
Part I-A
Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c) or is a section 527 organization.

1
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.
2
Political expenditures ....................................SchCMd Bullet
$ 5,250
3
Volunteer hours ........................................
0

Part I-B
Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c)(3).
1
Enter the amount of any excise tax incurred by the organization under section 4955 .........SchCMd Bullet
$  
2
Enter the amount of any excise tax incurred by organization managers under section 4955 ......SchCMd Bullet
$  
3
If the organization incurred a section 4955 tax, did it file Form 4720 for this year? ..............
4a
Was a correction made? .........................................
b
If "Yes," describe in Part IV.
Part I-C
Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c) except section 501(c)(3).
1
Enter the amount directly expended by the filing organization for section 527 exempt function activities SchCMd Bullet
$ 5,250
2
Enter the amount of the filing organization's funds contributed to other organizations for section 527 exempt funtion activities ....................................SchCMd Bullet

$ 449,747
3
Total exempt function expenditures. Add lines 1 and 2. Enter here and on Form 1120-POL, line 17b..SchCMd Bullet

$ 454,997
4
Did the filing organization file Form 1120-POL for this year? ..........................
5
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-.
(1) NEW HAMPSHIRE PROFESSIONAL FIRE FIGHTERS - PAC
  		25 NASHUA ROAD 17
LONDONDERRY,NH03053 		25,000 0
(2) OHIO ASSOCIATION OF PROFESSIONAL FIRE FIGHTERS - PAC
  		140 EAST TOWN STREET SUITE 1225
COLUMBUS,OH43215 		28,605 0
(3) POLITICAL EDUCATION FUND ACCOUNT - MAINE
  		992 UNION STREET SUITE 1
BANGOR,ME04401 		20,000 0
(4) UTAH AFL-CIO - PAC
  		2261 SOUTH REDWOOD ROAD SUITE M
SALT LAKE CITY,UT84119 		25,000 0
(5) IAFF L-4311 BUCKEYE AZ - PAC
  		PO BOX 1323
BUCKEYE,AZ85326 		86-0970216 218 0
(6) IAFF L-F25 TIDEWATER FED FF VA - PAC
  		114 MINTON WAY
SMITHFIELD,VA23430 		50 0
(7) IAFF L-689 ALAMEDA CA - PAC
  		PO BOX 727
ALAMEDA,CA94501 		94-6086770 1,610 0
(8) JUDD VICE CHAIR 2011 - COMMITTED TO UTAH
  		1348 CRAFTSMAN COURT
LAYTON,UT84041 		1,000 0
(9) IAFF L-F78 HANSCOM AFB MA - PAC
  		PO BOX 274
BEDFORD,MA01730 		48 0
(10) IAFF L-465 OSHAWA ON - PAC
  		618 MARY STREET NORTH
OSHAWA,ONTARIO  
CA 		5,000 0
(11) IAFF L-2036 WHITBY ON - PAC
  		86 ABBYVIEW DRIVE
WHITBY,ONTARIO  
CA 		6,000 0
(12) ONTARIO LIBERAL FUND
  		243 COLLEGE STREET SUITE 401
TORONTO,ONTARIO  
CA 		7,200 0
(13) JEFF BURCH MUNICIPAL CAMPAIGN
  		311 QUEENSTON STREET
ST. CATHARINES,ONTARIO  
CA 		750 0
(14) RANDY PETRIE CAMPAIGN
  		105 JOHN STREET NORTH
STRATFORD,ONTARIO  
CA 		500 0
(15) IAFF L-3888 TORONTO ON - PAC
  		39 COMMISSIONERS STREET
TORONTO,ONTARIO  
CA 		60,000 0
(16) IAFF L-1595 VAUGHAN ON - PAC
  		7611 PINE VALLEY DRIVE UNIT 36
WOODBRIDGE,ONTARIO  
CA 		500 0
(17) NANAIMO FIRE FIGHTERS ASSOCIATION - PAC
  		2106 AARON WAY
NANAIMO,BRITISH COLUMBIA  
CA 		2,500 0
(18) IAFF L-1212 MISSISSAUGA ON - PAC
  		7307 ELEVENTH LINE
THORNTON,ONTARIO  
CA 		1,000 0
(19) NEW DEMOCRATS OF CANADA ASSOCIATION
  		300-279 LAURIER AVENUE WEST
OTTOWA,ONTARIO  
CA 		28,250 0
(20) ATLANTIC PROFESSIONAL FIREFIGHTERS ASSOCIATION - PAC
  		26 MCGIBBON STREET
FREDERICTON,NEW BRUNSWICK  
CA 		2,500 0
(21) BRITISH COLUMBIA PROFESSIONAL FIREFIGHTERS ASSOCIATION - PAC
  		463-4800 KINGSWAY
BURNABY,BRITISH COLUMBIA  
CA 		3,500 0
(22) IAFF L-1304 KITIMAT BC - PAC
  		1101 KINGFISHER AVENUE SOUTH
KITIMAT,BRITISH COLUMBIA  
CA 		1,000 0
(23) MANITOBA PROFESSIONAL FIRE FIGHTERS - PAC
  		303-83 GARRY STREET
WINNIPEG,MANITOBA  
CA 		15,000 0
(24) IAFF L-181 REGINA SK - PAC
  		3525 PASQUA STREET SUITE A
REGINA,SASKATCHEWAN  
CA 		5,000 0
(25) ONTARIO PROFESSIONAL FIREFIGHTERS ASSOCIATION - PAC
  		292 PLAINS ROAD EAST
BURLINGTON,ONTARIO  
CA 		65,000 0
(26) IAFF L-1298 POWELL RIVER BC - PAC
  		6965 COURTENAY STREET
POWELL RIVER,BRITISH COLUMBIA  
CA 		2,000 0
(27) WE ARE WISCONSIN PAC
  		6333 WEST BLUE MOUND ROAD
MILWAUKEE,WI53213 		80,000 0
(28) FRIENDS OF JASON ZONA
  		4609 MEADOWBROOK ROAD
NIAGARA FALLS,NY14305 		1,000 0
(29) FRIENDS OF GERALD FRAZIER
  		2442 WOODLAWN AVENUE
NIAGARA FALLS,NY14301 		1,000 0
(30) FRIENDS OF MARK POLONCARZ
  		PO BOX 87
BUFFALO,NY14201 		1,000 0
(31) GREATER WISCONSIN COMMITTEE - PAC
  		PO BOX 861
MADISON,WI53701 		20-0938084 50,000 0
For Privacy Act and Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the instructions for Form 990.
Cat. No. 50084S
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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
B Check
Limits on Lobbying Expenditures
(The term "expenditures" means amounts paid or incurred.) 		(a) Filing
Organization's
Totals 		(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? ......................................

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          
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Schedule C (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2010
Page 3
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
No
(b)
Amount
1
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:
a
Volunteers? .........................................
 
 
b
Paid staff or management (include compensation in expenses reported on lines 1c through 1i)? ....
 
 
c
Media advertisements? ....................................
 
 
 
d
Mailings to members, legislators, or the public? .........................
 
 
 
e
Publications, or published or broadcast statements? .......................
 
 
 
f
Grants to other organizations for lobbying purposes? .......................
 
 
 
g
Direct contact with legislators, their staffs, government officials, or a legislative body? ........
 
 
 
h
Rallies, demonstrations, seminars, conventions, speeches, lectures, or any similar means? ......
 
 
 
i
Other activities? If "Yes," describe in Part IV ..........................
 
 
 
j
Total. lines 1c through 1i ...................................
 
2a
Did the activities in line 1 cause the organization to be not described in section 501(c)(3)? .....
 
 
b
If "Yes," enter the amount of any tax incurred under section 4912 .................
 
c
If "Yes," enter the amount of any tax incurred by organization managers under section 4912 .....
 
d
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
No
1
Were substantially all (90% or more) dues received nondeductible by members? ................
1
 
No
2
Did the organization make only in-house lobbying expenditures of $2,000 or less? ................
2
Yes
 
3
Did the organization agree to carryover lobbying and political expenditures from the prior year? ..........
3
 
No
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”.
1
Dues, assessments and similar amounts from members .....................
1
 
2
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).
a
Current year .........................................
2a
 
b
Carryover from last year ....................................
2b
 
c
Total ...........................................
2c
 
3
Aggregate amount reported in section 6033(e)(1)(A) notices of nondeductible section 162(e) dues .
3
 
4
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? ................................
4
 
5
Taxable amount of lobbying and political expenditures (see instructions) ..............
5
 
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
ORGANIZATIONS DIRECT AND INDIRECT POLITICAL CAMPAIGN ACTIVITIES: PART I-A, LINE 1: IAFF MAKES CONTRIBUTIONS TO HELP ELECT CANDIDATES TO OFFICE WHO SUPPORT ISSUES RELATING TO THE OVERALL WELFARE OF THE FIRE FIGHTING INDUSTRY.
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SCHEDULE D
(Form 990)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Supplemental Financial Statements
SchDMd Bullet 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
INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF FIRE FIGHTERS
 
Employer identification number

53-0088290
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 .......    
5
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? ............
6
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. ...................................
Part II
Conservation Easements. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 7.
1
Purpose(s) of conservation easements held by the organization (check all that apply).
2
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.
Held at the End of the 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  
3
Number of conservation easements modified, transferred, released, extinguished, or terminated by the organization during
the taxable year SchDMd Bullet  
4
Number of states where property subject to conservation easement is located SchDMd Bullet  
5
Does the organization have a written policy regarding the periodic monitoring, inspection, handling of violations, and
enforcement of the conservation easements it holds? .............................
6
Staff and volunteer hours devoted to monitoring, inspecting and enforcing conservation easements during the year SchDMd Bullet  
7
Amount of expenses incurred in monitoring, inspecting, and enforcing conservation easements during the year SchDMd Bullet $  
8
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)? ....................................
9
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.
1a
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.
b
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 $  
2
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:
a
Revenues included in Form 990, Part VIII, line 1 ..........................SchDMd Bullet $  
b
Assets included in Form 990, Part X ...............................SchDMd Bullet $  
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Part III
Organizations Maintaining Collections of Art, Historical Treasures, or Other Similar Assets (continued)
3
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):
a
d
b
e
 
c
4
Provide a description of the organization’s collections and explain how they further the organization’s exempt purpose in
Part XIV.
5
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?........
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.
1a
Is the organization an agent, trustee, custodian or other intermediary for contributions or other assets not
included on Form 990, Part X? ....................................
b
If "Yes," explain the arrangement in Part XIV and complete the following table:
Amount
c Beginning balance ................................. 1c  
d Additions during the year .............................. 1d  
e Distributions during the year ............................. 1e  
f Ending balance ................................... 1f  
2a
Did the organization include an amount on Form 990, Part X, line 21? .....................
b
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 (d)Three Years Back (e)Four Years Back
1a Beginning of year balance ....      
b Contributions ........      
c Investment earnings or losses ...      
d Grants or scholarships .....      
e Other expenditures for facilities
and programs ........ 		     
f Administrative expenses ....      
g End of year balance ......      
2
Provide the estimated percentage of the year end balance held as:
a
Board designated or quasi-endowment: SchDMd Bullet  
b
Permanent endowment: SchDMd Bullet  
c
Term endowment: SchDMd Bullet  
3a
Are there endowment funds not in the possession of the organization that are held and administered for the
organization by:

Yes
No
(i) unrelated organizations ........................
3a(i)
 
 
(ii) related organizations ........................
3a(ii)
 
 
b
If "Yes" to 3a(ii), are the related organizations listed as required on Schedule R? .........
3b
 
 
4
Describe in Part XIV the intended uses of the organization's endowment funds.
Part VI
Investments—Land, Buildings, and Equipment. See Form 990, Part X, line 10.
Description of investment (a) Cost or other basis (investment) (b)Cost or other basis (other) (c) Accumulated depreciation (d) Book value
1a Land .................      
b Buildings ................        
c Leasehold improvements ............   1,688,705 1,529,212 159,493
d Equipment ................   2,086,955 1,709,364 377,591
e Other .................        
Total. Add lines 1a-1e. (Column (d) should equal Form 990, Part X, column (B), line 10(c).)........SchDMdBullet 537,084
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Part VII
Investments—Other 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) IAFF FINANCIAL CORPORATION 		89,368 C

(B) UNITED UNIONS, INC. 		2,088,645 C

(C) DEFERRED COMPENSATION 		2,828,385 C






Total. (Column (b) should equal Form 990, Part X, col.(B) line 12.)Small Bullet 5,006,398
Part VIII
Investments—Program 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.)Small Bullet  
Part IX
Other Assets. See Form 990, Part X, line 15.
(a) Description (b) Book value
(1) RABBI TRUST HOLDINGS 3,950,683








Total. (Column (b) should equal Form 990, Part X, col.(B) line 15.)...........Small Bullet 3,950,683
Part X
Other Liabilities. See Form 990, Part X, line 25.
1.(a) Description of Liability (b) Amount
Federal Income Taxes  
ACCRUED RENT 1,292,087
CAPITAL LEASE OBLIGATION 82,727
DEFERRED COMPENSATION 2,828,385
RABBI TRUST HOLDINGS 3,950,683





Total. (Column (b) should equal Form 990, Part X, col.(B) line 25.)Small Bullet 8,153,882
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  
2 Total expenses (Form 990, Part IX, column (A), line 25) ..................... 2  
3 Excess or (deficit) for the year. Subtract line 2 from line 1 ............. 3  
4 Net unrealized gains (losses) on investments .......................... 4  
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  
10 Excess or (deficit) for the year per financial statements. Combine lines 3 and 9 ......... 10  
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  
2 Amounts included on line 1 but not on Form 990, Part VIII, line 12:
a Net unrealized gains on investments .......... 2a  
b Donated services and use of facilities ......... 2b  
c Recoveries of prior year grants ........... 2c  
d Other (Describe in Part XIV): ............ 2d  
e Add lines 2a through 2d ..................... 2e  
3 Subtract line 2e from line 1..................... 3  
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  
b Other (Describe in Part XIV): ........... 4b  
c Add lines 4a and 4b....................... 4c  
5 Total Revenue. Add lines 3 and 4c. (This should equal Form 990, Part I, line 12.) ...... 5  
Part XIII Reconciliation of Expenses per Audited Financial Statements With Expenses per Return
1 Total expenses and losses per audited financial statements ............. 1  
2 Amounts included on line 1 but not on Form 990, Part IX, line 25:
a Donated services and use of facilities .......... 2a  
b Prior year adjustments .............. 2b  
c Other losses ................ 2c  
d Other (Describe in Part XIV): ............ 2d  
e Add lines 2a through 2d...................... 2e  
3 Subtract line 2e from line 1..................... 3  
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  
b Other (Describe in Part XIV): ............ 4b  
c Add lines 4a and 4b....................... 4c  
5 Total expenses. Add lines 3 and 4c. (This should equal Form 990, Part I, line 18.) ...... 5  
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 UNCERTAIN TAX POSITIONS UNDER FIN 48: PART X: THE INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF FIRE FIGHTERS' AND ITS SUBSIDIARY'S AND AFFILIATES' BUSINESS INCOME TAX RETURNS (FORM 990 AND FORM 1120) ARE SUBJECT TO EXAMINATION BY THE INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE (IRS), GENERALLY FOR THREE YEARS AFTER THEY ARE FILED.
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SCHEDULE F
(Form 990)

Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Statement of Activities Outside the United States
Right pointing arrow large image 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.
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Name of the organization
INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF FIRE FIGHTERS
 
Employer identification number

53-0088290
Part I
General Information on Activities Outside the United States. Complete if the organization answered
“Yes” to Form 990, Part IV, line 14b.
1
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? ...................................
2
For grantmakers. Describe in Part V the organization’s procedures for monitoring the use of grant funds outside the
United States.
3
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
NORTH AMERICA 1 7 PROGRAM SERVICES AND OPERATIONS SERVICE AND ASSISTANCE TO CANADIAN FIRE FIGHTERS 566,605
           
           
           
           
           
           
           
           
           
           
           
           
           
           
           
           
3a Sub-total .....   7 566,605
b Total from continuation sheets to Part I ...   0 0
c Totals (add lines 3a and 3b)   7 566,605
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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.
1 (a) Name of organization (b) IRS code section
and EIN (if applicable)		 (c) Region (d) Purpose of
grant 		(e) Amount of
cash grant 		(f) Manner of
cash
disbursement 		(g) Amount of
of non-cash
assistance 		(h) Description
of non-cash
assistance 		(i) Method of
valuation
(book, FMV,
appraisal, other)
             
             
             
             
             
             
             
             
             
             
             
             
             
             
             
             
2
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
 
3
Enter total number of other organizations or entities ........................MediumBullet
 
Schedule F (Form 990) 2010
Schedule F (Form 990) 2010Page 3
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
Schedule F (Form 990) 2010
Page 4
Part IV
Foreign Forms
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).................
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)..........
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)..............................
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)
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)....................................
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)................................................
Schedule F (Form 990) 2010
Schedule F (Form 990) 2010
Page 5
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
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
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Schedule J
(Form 990)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Compensation Information
For certain Officers, Directors, Trustees, Key Employees, and Highest
Compensated Employees
SchJMediumBullet Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990,
Part IV, question 23.
SchJMediumBullet Attach to Form 990. SchJMediumBullet See separate instructions.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2010
Open to Public Inspection
Name of the organization
INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF FIRE FIGHTERS
 
Employer identification number

53-0088290
Part I
Questions Regarding Compensation
Yes
No
1a
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.
b
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....
1b
Yes
 
2
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? ....
2
Yes
 
3
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.
4
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:
a
Receive a severance payment or change-of-control payment? ...............
4a
 
No
b
Participate in, or receive payment from, a supplemental nonqualified retirement plan? ........
4b
Yes
 
c
Participate in, or receive payment from, an equity-based compensation arrangement? ........
4c
 
No
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.
5
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:
a
The organization? ...........................
5a
 
 
b
Any related organization? .........................
5b
 
 
If "Yes," to line 5a or 5b, describe in Part III.
6
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:
a
The organization? ...........................
6a
 
 
b
Any related organization? .........................
6b
 
 
If "Yes," to line 6a or 6b, describe in Part III.
7
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 ............
7
 
 
8
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 .............................
8
 
 
9
If "Yes" to line 8, did the organization also follow the rebuttable presumption procedure described in Regulations section 53.4958-6(c)? .........................
9
 
 
For Privacy Act and Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Intructions for Form 990
Cat. No. 50053T
Schedule J (Form 990) 2010

Schedule J (Form 990) 2010
Page 2
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
(i) Base compensation (ii) Bonus & incentive compensation (iii) Other reportable compensation
(1) HAROLD SCHAITBERGER (i)
(ii)		 273,840
0 		0
0 		38,172
0 		110,000
0 		18,885
0 		440,897
0 		0
0
(2) THOMAS H MILLER (i)
(ii)		 238,486
0 		0
0 		17,260
0 		162,290
0 		23,428
0 		441,464
0 		0
0
(3) AM MULLANE (i)
(ii)		 73,779
0 		0
0 		20,919
0 		59,712
0 		18,885
0 		173,295
0 		0
0
(4) PETER GORMAN (i)
(ii)		 180,572
0 		1,000
0 		13,848
0 		17,613
0 		20,957
0 		233,990
0 		0
0
(5) JIM LEE (i)
(ii)		 159,931
0 		1,000
0 		11,778
0 		28,306
0 		6,556
0 		207,571
0 		0
0
(6) DONALD F COPLEY (i)
(ii)		 155,621
0 		1,000
0 		790
0 		100,057
0 		18,488
0 		275,956
0 		0
0
(7) KEVIN B O'CONNOR (i)
(ii)		 155,621
0 		1,000
0 		944
0 		41,105
0 		20,957
0 		219,627
0 		0
0
(8) RICHARD DUFFY (i)
(ii)		 155,621
0 		1,000
0 		2,310
0 		120,154
0 		20,957
0 		300,042
0 		0
0
(9) PATRICK MORRISON (i)
(ii)		 155,621
0 		1,000
0 		1,616
0 		30,954
0 		20,957
0 		210,148
0 		0
0
(10) LORI L MOORE (i)
(ii)		 155,621
0 		1,000
0 		1,649
0 		67,411
0 		20,957
0 		246,638
0 		0
0
(11) JEFFREY A ZACK (i)
(ii)		 155,621
0 		1,000
0 		10,043
0 		27,389
0 		20,957
0 		215,010
0 		0
0
(12) DAVID BERNARD (i)
(ii)		 140,698
0 		500
0 		910
0 		31,140
0 		20,957
0 		194,205
0 		0
0
(13) DAVID BILLY (i)
(ii)		 122,701
0 		500
0 		661
0 		66,578
0 		18,488
0 		208,928
0 		0
0
(14) JONATHAN MOORE (i)
(ii)		 122,701
0 		500
0 		575
0 		43,244
0 		20,957
0 		187,977
0 		0
0
(15) MICHELE SHAFFER (i)
(ii)		 122,701
0 		500
0 		715
0 		77,423
0 		20,957
0 		222,296
0 		0
0
(16) VINCENT J BOLLON (i)
(ii)		 9,479
0 		0
0 		409,726
0 		0
0 		0
0 		419,205
0 		0
0
(17) ERICK J GENSER (i)
(ii)		 120,533
0 		0
0 		117,727
0 		40,190
0 		0
0 		278,450
0 		0
0
(18) KENNETH A LONG (i)
(ii)		 154,081
0 		1,000
0 		-745
0 		18,574
0 		18,885
0 		191,795
0 		0
0
(19) ELAINE DUFFY (i)
(ii)		 29,731
0 		0
0 		282,428
0 		602
0 		2,322
0 		315,083
0 		0
0
(20) ERIC LAMAR (i)
(ii)		 12,470
0 		0
0 		130,290
0 		249
0 		2,115
0 		145,124
0 		0
0
Schedule J (Form 990) 2010

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.
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Schedule L
(Form 990 or 990-EZ)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Transactions with Interested Persons
MediumBullet Complete if the organization answered
"Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, lines 25a, 25b, 26, 27, 28a, 28b, or 28c,
or Form 990-EZ, Part V lines 38a or 40b.
MediumBullet Attach to Form 990 or Form 990-EZ. MediumBulletSee separate instructions.
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Name of the organization
INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF FIRE FIGHTERS
 
Employer identification number

53-0088290
Part I
Excess Benefit Transactions (section 501(c)(3) and section 501 (c)(4) organizations only).
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 25a or 25b, or Form 990-EZ, Part V, line 40b.
1(a) Name of disqualified person (b) Description of transaction (c) Corrected?
Yes No





2
Enter the amount of tax imposed on the organization managers or disqualified persons during the year under section 4958. ......................... Bullet Image$
 
3
Enter the amount of tax, if any, on line 2, above, reimbursed by the organization ....... Bullet Image$
 

Part II
Loans to and/or From Interested Persons.
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 26, or Form 990-EZ, Part V, line 38a.
(a) Name of interested person and purpose (b) Loan to or from the organization? (c)Original principal amount (d)Balance due (e) In default? (f) Approved by board or committee? (g)Written agreement?
To From Yes No Yes No Yes No
Total ...............Small Bullet $  
Part III
Grants or Assistance Benefitting Interested Persons.
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 27.
(a) Name of interested person (b)Relationship between interested person and the organization (c)Amount of grant or type of assistance
(1) LINDA BOLLON WIDOW OF FORMER GENERAL SECRETARY-TREASURER VINCENT BOLLON 12,342
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Cat. No. 50056A
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Schedule L (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2010
Page 2
Part IV
Business Transactions Involving Interested Persons.
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 28a, 28b, or 28c.
(a) Name of interested person (b) Relationship between interested person and the organization (c) Amount of transaction (d) Description of transaction (e) Sharing of organization's revenues?
Yes No
Part V
Supplemental Information
Complete this part to provide additional information for responses to questions on Schedule L (see instructions).
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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.
MediumBullet Attach to Form 990 or 990-EZ.
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Name of the organization
INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF FIRE FIGHTERS
 
Employer identification number

53-0088290
Identifier Return Reference Explanation
NEW PROGRAM SERVICES FORM 990, PART III, LINE 2 FIGHTING BACK CAMPAIGN - CAMPAIGN LEADING THE FIGHT AGAINST EFFORTS TO END COLLECTIVE BARGAINING RIGHTS WHILE ALSO EDUCATING THE PUBLIC ON PUBLIC SERVICE BENEFITS PROVIDED TO FIRE FIGHTERS.
FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION A, LINE 6   THE ASSOCIATION IS ORGANIZED AS A NOT-FOR-PROFIT CORPORATION WITH MEMBERS.
FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION A, LINE 7A   OFFICERS OF THE BOARD ARE ELECTED BY MEMBER DELEGATES AT DESIGNATED ELECTION TIMEFRAMES. EACH LOCAL UNION MEMBER IS ALLOCATED A CERTAIN NUMBER OF DELEGATES BASED ON VOLUME OF MEMBERSHIP. EACH MEMBER MUST BE IN GOOD STANDING TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR DELEGATE DESIGNATION.
FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION A, LINE 7B   MEMBER DELEGATES ARE AFFORDED THE CAPABILITY IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE IAFF CONSTITUTION AND BY-LAWS TO VOTE ON PARTICULAR ISSUES AS THEY ARE PRESENTED.
FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION B, LINE 11   PRIOR TO FILING THE RETURN, THE FORM 990 IS REVIEWED BY THE COMPTROLLER. UPON THE COMPTROLLER'S REVIEW, AN ELECTRONIC COPY IS DISTRIBUTED TO THE BOARD THROUGH A SECURED WEBSITE BEFORE FILING.
  FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION B, LINE 12C THE ORGANIZATION MAINTAINS OPEN COMMUNICATIONS BETWEEN DIRECTORS AND EMPLOYEES; FURTHERMORE, OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, AND KEY EMPLOYEES ARE MADE AWARE OF NEW BUSINESS RELATIONSHIPS AS THEY ARE CONTRACTED. WHEN POTENTIAL CONFLICTS ARE DISCOVERED, TOP MANAGEMENT ASSESSES THE SITUATION. IF A CONFLICT EXISTS, THE CONFLICTED PARTY IS PROHIBITED FROM PARTICIPATING IN THE GOVERNING BODY'S DELIBERATIONS AND DECISIONS ON THE TRANSACTION.
  FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION B, LINE 15 THE ORGANIZATION'S FINANCE COMMITTEE ANNUALLY REVIEWS COMPENSATION FOR TOP MANAGEMENT OFFICIALS, UTILIZING COMPARABLE INDUSTRY AND ORGANIZATIONAL DATA. THE DELIBERATIONS AND DECISIONS ARE DOCUMENTED IN THE COMMITTEE'S MEETING MINUTES.
  FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION C, LINE 19 THE ORGANIZATION DISTRIBUTES COPIES OF GOVERNING DOCUMENTS, CONFLICT OF INTEREST POLICY, AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS UPON REQUEST.
CHANGES IN NET ASSETS OR FUND BALANCES: FORM 990, PART XI, LINE 5: NET UNREALIZED GAINS ON INVESTMENTS: 102,184. ADJUSTMENT FOR FAS 158 VALUATION FOREIGN CURRENCY TRANSLATION ROUNDING PRIOR YEAR EQUITY RELATING TO FIREPAC BEING REPORTED ON SEPARATE 990 PRIOR YEAR EQUITY RELATING TO PAC-VIC BEING REPORTED ON SEPARATE 1120-POL
  FORM 990, PART XI, LINE 2C THE ORGANIZATION IS AUDITED BY AN INDEPENDENT ACCOUNTANT SELECTED BY THE ASSOCIATION'S BOARD OF TRUSTEES.
For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990 or 990-EZ.
Cat. No. 51056K
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SCHEDULE R
(Form 990)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Related Organizations and Unrelated Partnerships
MediumBulletComplete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 33, 34, 35, 36, or 37.
MediumBulletAttach to Form 990. MediumBullet See separate instructions.

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Name of the organization
INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF FIRE FIGHTERS
 
Employer identification number

53-0088290
Part I
Identification of Disregarded Entities (Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 33.)
(a)
Name, address, and EIN of disregarded entity


(b)
Primary activity


 		(c)
Legal domicile (state
or foreign country)

 		(d)
Total income
(e)
End-of-year assets


 		(f)
Direct controlling
entity

















Part II
Identification of Related Tax-Exempt Organizations (Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 34 because it had one or more related tax-exempt organizations during the tax year.)
(a)
Name, address, and EIN of related organization


(b)
Primary activity


 		(c)
Legal domicile (state
or foreign country)

 		(d)
Exempt Code section
(e)
Public charity status
(if section 501(c)(3))

 		(f)
Direct controlling
entity

 		(g)
Section 512(b)(13) controlled organization
Yes No
(1) INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF FIRE FIGHTERS FOUNDATION

1750 NEW YORK AVE NW

WASHINGTON,DC20006
61-1629460 		CHARITABLE ORGANIZATION DC 501(C)(3) LINE 7 INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF FIRE FIGHTERS
 
Yes
 
(2) INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF FIRE FIGHTERS BURN FOUNDATION

1750 NEW YORK AVE NW

WASHINGTON,DC20006
52-1256006 		CHARITABLE ORGANIZATION AIDING BURN VICTIMS DC 501(C)(3) LINE 7 INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF FIRE FIGHTERS
 
Yes
 
(3) JOHN P REDMOND MEMORIAL FOUNDATION

1750 NEW YORK AVE NW

WASHINGTON,DC20006
52-6070329 		EDUCATION AND RESEARCH DC 501(C)(3) LINE 7 INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF FIRE FIGHTERS
 
Yes
 
(4) INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF FIRE FIGHTERS DISASTER RELIEF FUND

1750 NEW YORK AVE NW

WASHINGTON,DC20006
52-1846252 		ADMINISTRATION OF RELIEF AID DC 501(C)(3) LINE 7 INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF FIRE FIGHTERS
 
Yes
 
(5) INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF FIRE FIGHTERS FALLEN FIRE FIGHTER MEMORIAL FUN

1750 NEW YORK AVE NW

WASHINGTON,DC20006
84-1098091 		MEMORIAL MAINTENANCE DC 501(C)(3) LINE 7 INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF FIRE FIGHTERS
 
Yes
 
(6) INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF FIRE FIGHTERS SCHOLARSHIP FUND

1750 NEW YORK AVE NW

WASHINGTON,DC20006
52-1121279 		ADMINISTRATION OF SCHOLARSHIP AID DC 501(C)(3) PF INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF FIRE FIGHTERS
 
Yes
 
(7) NEW YORK FIREFIGHTERS SEPTEMBER 11 COUNSELING SUPPORT FOUNDATION

1750 NEW YORK AVE NW

WASHINGTON,DC20006
52-2345203 		SUPPORT FOUNDATION DC 501(C)(3) LINE 7 INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF FIRE FIGHTERS
 
Yes
 
(8) IAFF FIREPAC EDUCATIONAL-TREASURY

1750 NEW YORK AVE NW

WASHINGTON,DC20006
91-2071258 		ADVOCACY AND POLITICAL CONTRIBUTIONS DC 527 N/A INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF FIRE FIGHTERS
 
Yes
 
For Privacy Act and Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990.
Cat. No. 50135Y
Schedule R (Form 990) 2010
Schedule R (Form 990) 2010
Page 2
Part III
Identification of Related Organizations Taxable as a Partnership (Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 34 because it had one or more related organizations treated as a partnership during the tax year.)
(a)
Name, address, and EIN of
related organization



 		(b)
Primary activity




 		(c)
Legal
domicile
(state or foreign
country)


 		(d)
Direct controlling
entity



 		(e)
Predominant income(related, unrelated, excluded from tax under sections 512-514)

(f)
Share of total income




 		(g)
Share of end-of-year
assets



 		(h)
Disproprtionate allocations?




 		(i)
Code V—UBI
amount in box 20 of
Schedule K-1
(Form 1065)
 		(j)
General or
managing
partner?



 		(k)
Percentage
ownership
Yes No Yes No












Part IV
Identification of Related Organizations Taxable as a Corporation or Trust (Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 34 because it had one or more related organizations treated as a corporation or trust during the tax year.)
(a)
Name, address, and EIN of related organization



 		(b)
Primary activity



 		(c)
Legal domicile
(state or
foreign
country)
 		(d)
Direct controlling
entity


 		(e)
Type of entity
(C corp, S corp,
or trust)

 		(f)
Share of total income



 		(g)
Share of
end-of-year
assets

 		(h)
Percentage
ownership
(1) IAFF FINANCIAL COPORATION
1750 NEW YORK AVE NW
WASHINGTONG,DC20006
30-0025729 		FOR PROFIT SALES DC INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF FIRE FIGHTERS
  		C 1,378,278 1,154,378 100.000 %












Schedule R (Form 990) 2010
Schedule R (Form 990) 2010
Page 3
Part V
Transactions With Related Organizations (Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 34, 35, 35A, or 36.)
Note. Complete line 1 if any entity is listed in Parts II, III or IV.
Yes
No
1 During the tax year, did the orgranization engage in any of the following transactions with one or more related organizations listed in Parts II-IV?
a Receipt of (i) interest (ii) annuities (iii) royalties (iv) rent from a controlled entity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1a
Yes
 
b Gift, grant, or capital contribution to other organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1b
Yes
 
c Gift, grant, or capital contribution from other organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1c
 
No
d Loans or loan guarantees to or for other organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1d
 
No
e Loans or loan guarantees by other organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1e
 
No
f Sale of assets to other organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1f
 
No
g Purchase of assets from other organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1g
 
No
h Exchange of assets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1h
 
No
i Lease of facilities, equipment, or other assets to other organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1i
Yes
 
j Lease of facilities, equipment, or other assets from other organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1j
 
No
k Performance of services or membership or fundraising solicitations for other organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1k
Yes
 
l Performance of services or membership or fundraising solicitations by other organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1l
 
No
m Sharing of facilities, equipment, mailing lists, or other assets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1m
Yes
 
n Sharing of paid employees . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1n
Yes
 
o Reimbursement paid to other organization for expenses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1o
 
No
p Reimbursement paid by other organization for expenses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1p
 
No
q Other transfer of cash or property to other organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1q
Yes
 
r Other transfer of cash or property from other organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1r
 
No
2
If the answer to any of the above is "Yes," see the instructions for information on who must complete this line, including covered relationships and transaction thresholds.
(a)
Name of other organization 		(b)
Transaction
type(a-r) 		(c)
Amount involved 		(d)
Method of determining amount involved
(1) IAFF FINANCIAL CORPORATION

 A 51,000 FAIR MARKET VALUE
(2) IAFF FINANCIAL CORPORATION

 I 51,000 FAIR MARKET VALUE
(3) IAFF FINANCIAL CORPORATION

 K 561,430 FAIR MARKET VALUE
(4) INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF FIRE FIGHTERS FOUNDATION

 M 1,255 FAIR MARKET VALUE
(5) INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF FIRE FIGHTERS FOUNDATION

 N 65,917 FAIR MARKET VALUE
(6) INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF FIRE FIGHTERS BURN FOUNDATION

 N 169,540 FAIR MARKET VALUE
(7) JOHN P REDMOND MEMORIAL FOUNDATION

 Q 134,608 FAIR MARKET VALUE
(8) INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF FIRE FIGHTERS DISASTER RELIEF FUND

 B 195,000 FAIR MARKET VALUE
(9) INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF FIRE FIGHTERS FALLEN FIREFIGHTER MEMORIAL FUND

 K 33,625 FAIR MARKET VALUE
(10) INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF FIRE FIGHTERS FALLEN FIREFIGHTER MEMORIAL FUND

 N 109,118 FAIR MARKET VALUE
Schedule R (Form 990) 2010
Schedule R (Form 990) 2010
Page 4
Part VI
Unrelated Organizations Taxable as a Partnership (Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 37.)
Provide the following information for each entity taxed as a partnership through which the organization conducted more than five percent of its activities (measured by total assets or gross revenue) that was not a related organization. See instructions regarding exclusion for certain investment partnerships.
(a)
Name, address, and EIN of entity 		(b)
Primary activity 		(c)
Legal domicile
(state or foreign
country) 		(d)
Are all
partners
section
501(c)(3)
organizations? 		(e)
Share of
end-of-year
assets 		(f)
Disproprtionate allocations? 		(g)
Code V—UBI
amount in box
20 of Schedule K-1
(Form 1065) 		(h)
General or
managing
partner?
Yes No Yes No Yes No






























Schedule R (Form 990) 2010
Schedule R (Form 990) 2010
Page 5
Part VII
Supplemental Information
Complete this part to provide additional information for responses to questions on Schedule R (see instructions).
Identifier Return Reference Explanation
Additional Data


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