Also gave $3K to joint fundraising committees. That isn't in the totals here, because those committees pass the money on to others.
Grouped by the exact name reported to the FEC, which has no ID for individual donors. Other people with this name may be included.
Total Contributed
$52K
Contributions
47
Recipients
15
Active Period
2003–2026
Party Lean
Top States
Giving Trend
↑ 632%
2025–2026 vs 2019–2020
Summary
GAAL, STEPHEN J is an individual political donor based in ME. They have contributed $52K across 47 contributions to 15 recipients. Their average contribution is $1K. Top recipients include COOPER VICTORY FUND, OBAMA FOR AMERICA, BELLOWS FOR SENATE. Their political giving spans from the 2004 to the 2026 election cycle, with peak giving of $21K in 2026.
Contribution amounts per election cycle, colored by recipient party
Committees and candidates receiving contributions, all cycles
Source: FEC bulk data