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Florida nonprofit claims it reached 2 million kids with civics education. But a records review found almost no evidence it recently visited schools
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Recommended VideosBut a review of FLAG’s financial records, donor operations and online activity found little evidence the nonprofit has actually delivered that education.
https://t.co/OpYb23OXa9 — ProPublica (@propublica) July 28, 2026Since 2016, FLAG’s annual revenue grew from $68,000 to $1.1 million in 2024.
Despite this growth, the organization’s federal tax filings show almost no indication that money was spent on its stated mission.
Adams did not respond to a detailed list of questions about FLAG’s financial practices, sweepstakes operation and educational programming.
Lloyd Mayer, a nonprofit law professor at Notre Dame Law School, said the amount paid to Adams and his mother stood out.