Rhode Island Legal Services Inc
- Assets
- $3.2m
- Revenue
- $7.6m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 57
- Location
- Providence, RI
- Founding
- 04/1970
- Data as of
- 12/2023
- EIN
- 05-0318596
Organization Overview
Rhode Island Legal Services Inc is located in Providence, RI. The organization was established in 1970. According to its NTEE Classification (I80) the organization is classified as: Legal Services, under the broad grouping of Crime & Legal-Related and related organizations. As of 12/2023, Rhode Island Legal Services Inc employed 57 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Rhode Island Legal Services Inc is a 501(c)(3) and as such, is described as a "Charitable or Religous organization or a private foundation" by the IRS.
For the year ending 12/2023, Rhode Island Legal Services Inc generated $7.6m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 9 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 8.2% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $6.5m during the year ending 12/2023. While expenses have increased by 6.1% per year over the past 9 years. They've been increasing with an increasing level of total revenue. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
RHODE ISLAND LEGAL SERVICES PROVIDES HIGH QUALITY LEGAL ASSISTANCE AND REPRESENTATION TO LOW-INCOME INDIVIDUALS AND ELIGIBLE CLIENT GROUPS FOR THE PURPOSE OF IMPROVING THEIR ECONOMIC CONDITION AND OVERALL WELLBEING BY PROTECTING AND ENFORCING LEGAL RIGHTS, STABILIZING THE FAMILY UNIT AND COMMUNITIES WHERE CLIENTS LIVE, PROMOTING SELF-RELIANCE, ENDING DOMESTIC VIOLENCE, PREVENTING HOMELESSNESS, AFFORDING DIGNITY TO ALL PEOPLE, AND REACHING OUT TO GROUPS WITH ADDED BURDENS ON THEIR ABILITY TO ACCESS THE CIVIL JUSTICE SYSTEM.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
HOUSING LAW CENTER - RILS PROVIDES SUBSTANTIAL LEGAL ASSISTANCE IN THE HOUSING AREA INCLUDING: PROVIDING ADVICE AND REPRESENTATION TO CLIENTS IN EVICTION MATTERS CHALLENGING THE DENIAL OF ADMISSION TO PUBLIC AND SUBSIDIZED HOUSING DELIVERING LEGAL EDUCATION PROGRAMS IN THE COMMUNITY AND WORKING WITH LOW INCOME TENANT GROUPS TO PRESERVE AND/OR DEVELOPE SUBSIDIZED HOUSING. THE STAFF OF THE FORECLOSURE PREVENTION PROJECT LITIGATE COMMON MORTGAGE-RELATED ISSUES AND USE BANKRUPTCY AS AN ADDITIONAL STRATEGY FOR HOME PRESERVATION. MAJOR LITIGATION OF PRE AND POST-FORECLOSURE IMPACT ISSUES, WITH THE NATIONAL CONSUMER LAW CENTER, THE NATION'S LEADING EXPERTS ON FORECLOSURE ISSUES, IS ENVISIONED. RILS FORECLOSURE PROJECT STAFF WILL ALSO REPRESENT TENANTS AFFECTED BY FORECLOSURE EDUCATE BORROWERS AND TENANTS WHO RESIDE IN FORECLOSED PROPERTIES ABOUT THEIR LEGAL RIGHTS AND HELP DEVELOP NEW INITIATIVES TO KEEP DEFAULTING BORROWERS AND TENNANTS WHO RESIDE IN FORECLOSED PROPERTIES IN THEIR HOMES.
SAFE FAMILY PROJECT - THE PRIMARY FOCUS OF THE PROJECT IS TO PROVIDE FOR AND PROMOTE THE SAFETY OF FAMILIES THROUGH THE ADVICE, REFERRAL AND/OR REPRESENTATION OF VICTIMS OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE IN FAMILY COURT RESTRAINING ORDERS.
FAMILY PRESERVATION PROJECT - THIS PROJECT FUNCTIONS AS AN INTEGRAL COMPONENT OF THE RHODE ISLAND FAMILY COURT CHILD WELFARE SYSTEM. THE PROJECT'S ATTORNEYS REPRESENT PARENTS WHO ARE FACING THE INVOLUNTARY TERMINATION OF PARENTAL RIGHTS OR ALLEGATIONS OF ABUSE, NEGLECT, OR DEPENDENCY THAT HAVE BEEN BROUGHT AGAINST THEM BY THE RI DEPARTMENT OF CHILDREN, YOUTH AND FAMILIES.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Robert Barge Executive Director | OfficerTrustee | 35 | $145,270 |
Victoria M Almeida ESQ Chairperson | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Samuel C Salganik ESQ Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Eileen K Cheng ESQ Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Johnathan DE Jesus Client Board Member | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
John Wesley Board Member | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Rhode Island Center For Justice Subgrant Award | 12/30/23 | $997,450 |
Rhode Island Bar Association Volunteer Lawyer Program | 12/30/23 | $167,600 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $7,193,736 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $119,962 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $7,313,698 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $3,276 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | -$39,202 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $7,576,335 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $1,313,928 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $486,523 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $486,523 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $2,870,484 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $930,162 |
| Other employee benefits | $0 |
| Payroll taxes | $254,847 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $32,485 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $161,694 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $0 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $180,408 |
| Travel | $109,826 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 |
| Interest | $2,440 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $124,517 |
| Insurance | $0 |
| All other expenses | $3,187 |
| Total functional expenses | $6,507,166 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $1,104,494 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $501 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $875,760 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $0 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $0 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $11,665 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $1,252,293 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $3,244,713 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $525,467 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $12,500 |
| Tax-exempt bond liabilities | $0 |
| Escrow or custodial account liability | $501 |
| Loans and other payables to any current Officer, Director, or Controlling Person | $0 |
| Secured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $160,000 |
| Other liabilities | $0 |
| Total liabilities | $698,468 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $2,546,245 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $0 |
| Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds | $0 |
| Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, building, or equipment fund | $0 |
| Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds | $0 |
| Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $3,244,713 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Rhode Island Legal Services Inc has awarded $1,313,928 in support to 4 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
RHODE ISLAND BAR ASSOCIATION PURPOSE: VOLUNTEER LAWYER PROGRAM | $167,600 |
RHODE ISLAND CENTER FOR JUSTICE PURPOSE: EVICTION DEFENSE PROJECT | $997,450 |
DIRECT ACTION FOR RIGHTS AND EQUALITY PURPOSE: EVICTION DEFENSE PROJECT | $84,711 |
HOUSINGWORKS RI PURPOSE: EVICTION DEFENSE PROJECT | $64,167 |