The Public Interest Law Center
- Assets
- $4.8m
- Revenue
- $2.2m
- Investments
- $72.8k
- Employees
- 16
- Location
- Philadelphia, PA
- Founding
- 07/1974
- Data as of
- 12/2020
- EIN
- 23-1923398
Organization Overview
The Public Interest Law Center is located in Philadelphia, PA. The organization was established in 1974. According to its NTEE Classification (I83) the organization is classified as: Public Interest Law, under the broad grouping of Crime & Legal-Related and related organizations. As of 12/2020, Public Interest Law Center employed 16 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Public Interest Law Center 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 12/2020, Public Interest Law Center generated $2.2m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 6 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 11.8% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $1.9m during the year ending 12/2020. While expenses have increased by 10.0% per year over the past 6 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
2020
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
THE PUBLIC INTEREST LAW CENTER USES HIGH-IMPACT LEGAL STRATEGIES TO ADVANCE THE CIVIL, SOCIAL, AND ECONOMIC RIGHTS OF COMMUNITIES IN THE PHILADELPHIA REGION FACING DISCRIMINATION, INEQUALITY, AND POVERTY. WE USE LITIGATION COMMUNITY EDUCATION, ADVOCACY, AND ORGANIZING TO SECURE ACCESS TO FUNDAMENTAL RESOURCES AND SERVICES.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
THE LAW CENTER'S ACTIVITIES IN THE AREAS OF PUBLIC EDUCATION, HEALTH CARE, PUBLIC HEALTH & ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE, HOUSING, EMPLOYMENT, AND VOTERS' RIGHTS ARE INCLUDED IN THE REPORT OF ACCOMPLISHMENTS (ATTACHMENT TO SCHEDULE O). . STAFF PARTICIPATION IN CONFERENCES, SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS AND TRAING SESSIONS ARE ALSO INCLUDED, AS IS INFORMATION ON STAFF AWARDS AND RECOGNITION. .
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Jennifer Clarke Executive Director | Officer | 40 | $136,000 |
Ellen S Friedell Board Chair | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Thomas M Chapin Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Marc A Topaz Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Ellen Meriwether Vice Chair | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Zachary Arbitman Board Member | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $17,021 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $39,000 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $0 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $1,919,989 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $91,811 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $1,976,010 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $151,215 |
| Investment income | $73,799 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $8,489 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | -$17,586 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $2,191,927 |
| 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. | $142,140 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $35,535 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $1,008,528 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $23,645 |
| Other employee benefits | $52,141 |
| Payroll taxes | $86,334 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $48,758 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $220,696 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $61,864 |
| Information technology | $42,603 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $156,142 |
| Travel | $2,122 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $3,421 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $10,653 |
| Insurance | $27,175 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $1,923,716 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $626,908 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $484,263 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $926,514 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $23,862 |
| 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 | $44,202 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $34,499 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $2,576,244 |
| Investments—other securities | $72,847 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $11,923 |
| Total assets | $4,801,262 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $48,858 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $0 |
| Tax-exempt bond liabilities | $0 |
| Escrow or custodial account liability | $198,327 |
| Loans and other payables to any current Officer, Director, or Controlling Person | $0 |
| Secured mortgages and notes payable | $243,700 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $58,047 |
| Total liabilities | $548,932 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $3,303,363 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $948,967 |
| 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 | $4,801,262 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 24 grants that The Public Interest Law Center has recieved totaling $672,533.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Windward Fund Washington, DC PURPOSE: ENVIRONMENTAL PROGRAMS | $150,000 |
The Laddie And Linda Montague Foundation Philadelphia, PA PURPOSE: UNRESTRICTED | $110,000 |
Pennsylvania Interest On Lawyer Trust Account Board Harrisburg, PA PURPOSE: LEGAL ASSISTANCE | $85,047 |
Wyncote Foundation Philadelphia, PA PURPOSE: SUPPORT FOR ONGOING PROGRAMS | $60,000 |
Woodtiger Fund Erwinna, PA PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $50,000 |
Philadelphia Foundation Philadelphia, PA PURPOSE: ADVOCAY UNRESTRICTED | $30,500 |
Endowment Analysis
| Beg. Balance | $926,140 |
| Earnings | $89,627 |
| Admin Expense | $773 |
| Net Contributions | $727,523 |
| Other Expense | $250,000 |
| Ending Balance | $1,492,517 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Queens Legal Services Corporation New York, NY | $7,168,967 | $14,854,603 |
Manhattan Legal Services New York, NY | $3,947,304 | $15,825,650 |
Center For Family Representation New York, NY | $10,722,603 | $13,029,708 |
Legal Aid Society Of Nassau County N Y Hempstead, NY | $573,832 | $10,183,365 |
Community Legal Aid Society Inc Wilmington, DE | $4,484,753 | $6,404,383 |
New York Lawyers For The Public Interest Inc New York, NY | $9,582,845 | $6,504,940 |
Pro Bono Net Inc New York, NY | $2,007,753 | $5,542,782 |
Office Of The Appellate Defender Inc New York, NY | $4,161,878 | $4,307,867 |
Erie County Bar Association Buffalo, NY | $1,988,348 | $4,393,216 |
Seniorlaw Center Philadelphia, PA | $2,159,079 | $4,174,831 |
Disability Rights New Jersey A New Jersey Nonprofit Corporation Trenton, NJ | $2,974,873 | $3,846,484 |
Public Justice Center Inc Baltimore, MD | $3,311,123 | $3,104,378 |