The Gavel Project

Overview

The Gavel Project is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in October 2021 by Arizona-based attorney Ryan Heath and his wife Jordan. It was established primarily in response to perceived abuses of COVID mandates and has expanded its focus to counter what it views as "woke" ideology and its impacts on civil liberties.

Mission and Activities

The organization is dedicated to aggressively challenging proponents of ideologies it considers harmful to children and families, such as Critical Race Theory (CRT), Gender Ideology, and practices it perceives as grooming or sex trafficking. The Gavel Project partners with attorneys nationwide to litigate these issues and seek legal remedies. It emphasizes protecting individual rights and freedoms through legal action rather than violence, symbolized by its use of a gavel as a tool for societal change.

Financial Structure

As a 501(c)(3) public charity, donations to The Gavel Project are tax-deductible. The organization is funded entirely by donations from the public. Financial reports indicate that in recent years, it has experienced a deficit in operations, with expenses exceeding revenues. The organization's leadership, including Ryan and Jordan Heath, does not receive compensation for their work.

Organization Type and Classification

The Gavel Project falls under the category of Civil Rights, Social Action, Advocacy / Civil Liberties Advocacy according to the National Taxonomy of Exempt Entities (NTEE).

Public Impact and Reception

The Gavel Project is reportedly overwhelmed by requests for help from across the country. Its mission resonates with those who feel victimized by what they perceive as abuses of "woke" ideology. However, like many advocacy groups, its stance on these issues can be polarizing. The organization's approach to legal action and public advocacy reflects a broader societal debate about civil liberties, cultural values, and the role of legal challenges in addressing these issues.