Open City Advocates
- Assets
- $936.1k
- Revenue
- $1.2m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 4
- Location
- Washington, DC
- Founding
- 10/2005
- Data as of
- 09/2023
- EIN
- 20-2325866
Organization Overview
Open City Advocates is located in Washington, DC. The organization was established in 2005. According to its NTEE Classification (I40) the organization is classified as: Rehabilitation Services for Offenders, under the broad grouping of Crime & Legal-Related and related organizations. As of 09/2023, Open City Advocates employed 4 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Open City Advocates 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 09/2023, Open City Advocates generated $1.2m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 8 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 17.5% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $974.5k during the year ending 09/2023. While expenses have increased by 14.0% per year over the past 8 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
OPEN CITY ADVOCATES PROVIDES YOUTH-CENTERED LEGAL DEFENSE AND HOLISTIC ADVOCACY FOR YOUNG PEOPLE AFTER SENTENCING CONT. SCHED O
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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OPEN CITY ADVOCATES SERVES APPROXIMATELY 45-60 YOUTH ANNUALLY, RANGING FROM 16-25 YEARS OLD, WHO ARE OR WERE FORMERLY COMMITTED TO THE DC DEPARTMENT OF YOUTH REHABILITATION SERVICES DYRS. WE TACKLE RACIAL DISPARITY WHERE IT IS MOST EXTREME, AS 100 OF YOUTH COMMITTED TO DCS DELINQUENCY SYSTEM ARE YOUTH OF COLOR. WE HELP OUR CLIENTS TRANSITION HOME FROM INCARCERATION AND SUPPORT THEIR QUESTS TO CONTINUE THEIR EDUCATION, OBTAIN EMPLOYMENT, AND BECOME POSITIVE FORCES IN THEIR COMMUNITIES. WE PROTECT THEIR DUE PROCESS RIGHTS AND STRIVE TO KEEP THEM OUT OF INHERENTLY HARMFUL LOCKED FACILITIES.
OPEN CITY ADVOCATES SERVES APPROXIMATELY 45-60 YOUTH ANNUALLY, RANGING FROM 16-25 YEARS OLD, WHO ARE OR WERE FORMERLY COMMITTED TO THE DC DEPARTMENT OF YOUTH REHABILITATION SERVICES DYRS. WE TACKLE RACIAL DISPARITY WHERE IT IS MOST EXTREME, AS 100 OF YOUTH COMMITTED TO DCS DELINQUENCY SYSTEM ARE YOUTH OF COLOR. WE HELP OUR CLIENTS TRANSITION HOME FROM INCARCERATION AND SUPPORT THEIR QUESTS TO CONTINUE THEIR EDUCATION, OBTAIN EMPLOYMENT, AND BECOME POSITIVE FORCES IN THEIR COMMUNITIES. WE PROTECT THEIR DUE PROCESS RIGHTS AND STRIVE TO KEEP THEM OUT OF INHERENTLY HARMFUL LOCKED FACILITIES.
SYSTEMIC REFORM BASED ON THE KNOWLEDGE WE GAIN FROM OUR DIRECT CLIENT SERVICES, OPEN CITY ADVOCATES SPEARHEADS SYSTEMIC REFORM EFFORTS TO END THE REVOLVING DOOR OF THE JUVENILE AND CRIMINAL JUSTICE SYSTEMS, SAFEGUARD AND EXPAND DUE PROCESS PROTECTIONS, AND ENCOURAGE INDIVIDUALIZED, TRAUMA RESPONSIVE, CULTURALLY APPROPRIATE SERVICES FOR COURT INVOLVED YOUTH. OUR PRIMARY FOCUS IS TO ENSURE THAT NO CHILD MUST CONFRONT THIS COMPLEX BUREAUCRATIC SYSTEM IN WHICH THEIR LIBERTY IS CONSTANTLY AT RISK WITHOUT THE SUPPORT OF LEGAL COUNSEL.
SYSTEMIC REFORM BASED ON THE KNOWLEDGE WE GAIN FROM OUR DIRECT CLIENT SERVICES, OPEN CITY ADVOCATES SPEARHEADS SYSTEMIC REFORM EFFORTS TO END THE REVOLVING DOOR OF THE JUVENILE AND CRIMINAL JUSTICE SYSTEMS, SAFEGUARD AND EXPAND DUE PROCESS PROTECTIONS, AND ENCOURAGE INDIVIDUALIZED, TRAUMA RESPONSIVE, CULTURALLY APPROPRIATE SERVICES FOR COURT INVOLVED YOUTH. OUR PRIMARY FOCUS IS TO ENSURE THAT NO CHILD MUST CONFRONT THIS COMPLEX BUREAUCRATIC SYSTEM IN WHICH THEIR LIBERTY IS CONSTANTLY AT RISK WITHOUT THE SUPPORT OF LEGAL COUNSEL.
THIS GIFT FROM THE DOROTHY J. DICKMAN TRUST STEMS FROM THE HARD WORK AND GENEROSITY OF DOROTHY J. DICKMAN AND HER LATE HUSBAND, HY DICKMAN. WITH THIS GIFT, OPEN CITY ADVOCATES WILL BE ABLE TO REACH ACROSS THE NATION TO ENSURE THAT CHILDREN HAVE THE LEGAL COUNSEL THEY DESERVE WHEN THEY HAVE BEEN TAKEN AWAY FROM THEIR FAMILIES, LOCKED UP, AND ARE FEELING SCARED AND HELPLESS. THIS GIFT WILL ALLOW OPEN CITY ADVOCATES TO RESEARCH PROMISING PRACTICES ACROSS THE NATION, CULTIVATE CROSS-JURISDICTION COLLABORATION, PUBLISH RESOURCES AND TOOLKITS, AND ENGAGE IN IMPACT LITIGATION AND LEGISLATIVE REFORM EFFORTS, ALL IN ORDER TO ESTABLISH AND IMPLEMENT THE RIGHT TO LEGAL REPRESENTATION OF CHILDREN AFTER SENTENCING.
THIS GIFT FROM THE DOROTHY J. DICKMAN TRUST STEMS FROM THE HARD WORK AND GENEROSITY OF DOROTHY J. DICKMAN AND HER LATE HUSBAND, HY DICKMAN. WITH THIS GIFT, OPEN CITY ADVOCATES WILL BE ABLE TO REACH ACROSS THE NATION TO ENSURE THAT CHILDREN HAVE THE LEGAL COUNSEL THEY DESERVE WHEN THEY HAVE BEEN TAKEN AWAY FROM THEIR FAMILIES, LOCKED UP, AND ARE FEELING SCARED AND HELPLESS. THIS GIFT WILL ALLOW OPEN CITY ADVOCATES TO RESEARCH PROMISING PRACTICES ACROSS THE NATION, CULTIVATE CROSS-JURISDICTION COLLABORATION, PUBLISH RESOURCES AND TOOLKITS, AND ENGAGE IN IMPACT LITIGATION AND LEGISLATIVE REFORM EFFORTS, ALL IN ORDER TO ESTABLISH AND IMPLEMENT THE RIGHT TO LEGAL REPRESENTATION OF CHILDREN AFTER SENTENCING.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Penelope Spain CEO | OfficerTrustee | 40 | $134,004 |
Whitney Louchheim COO | OfficerTrustee | 40 | $126,831 |
Stephen Harburg Chair | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Joann Shaner Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Ramon Bunch Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Julia Irving Director 10/2022-02/2023 | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $457,217 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $751,398 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $1,208,615 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $12,934 |
| Investment income | $8,665 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $1,231,886 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $0 |
| 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. | $296,414 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $68,175 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $171,842 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $7,699 |
| Other employee benefits | $7,252 |
| Payroll taxes | $37,649 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $24,047 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $47,518 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $9,229 |
| Information technology | $7,648 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $33,978 |
| Travel | $13,498 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $8,457 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $10,775 |
| Insurance | $26,013 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $974,500 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $53,058 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $715,092 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $100,696 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $16,780 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $50,472 |
| Total assets | $936,098 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $63,242 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $0 |
| Tax-exempt bond liabilities | $0 |
| Escrow or custodial account liability | $0 |
| Loans and other payables to any current Officer, Director, or Controlling Person | $0 |
| Secured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $51,306 |
| Total liabilities | $114,548 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $734,700 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $86,850 |
| 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 | $936,098 |