Jewish Blind Of California is located in Los Angeles, CA. The organization was established in 1971. According to its NTEE Classification (G41) the organization is classified as: Eye Diseases, Blindness & Vision Impairments, under the broad grouping of Voluntary Health Associations & Medical Disciplines and related organizations. As of 12/2021, Jewish Blind Of California employed 2 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Jewish Blind Of California 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 12/2021, Jewish Blind Of California generated $5.7k in total revenue. This represents a relatively dramatic decline in revenue. Over the past 7 years, the organization has seen revenues fall by an average of (13.7%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $43.4k during the year ending 12/2021. As we would expect to see with falling revenues, expenses have declined by (5.2%) per year over the past 7 years. 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
2021
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
AIDING THE BLIND IN SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
THE JEWISH BLIND OF CALIFORNIA IS A NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION DEDICATED TO THE NEEDS OF THE VISION IMPAIRED CITIZENS OF THE GREATER LOS ANGELES REGION. THE ORGANIZATION'S ACTIVITIES INCLUDE SENIOR NUTRITION PROGRAMS, SPEAKERS, HOLIDAY CELEBRATIONS AND OTHER EVENTS.SPECIFIC ACTIVITIES HELD DURING 2021 INCLUDED (WITH COVID LIMITATIONS)-PROVIDED WEEKLY FREE HOT LUNCHES WITH ENTERTAINMENT AND SPEAKERS.-MONTHLY SUNDAY PROGRAM WITH MUSIC.-TRANSPORTATION TO EVENTS AND SHOPPING FOR HOUSE BOUND INDIVIDUALS.-SPECIAL EVENTS AND LUNCHEONS WERE CELEBRATED.-PASSOVER SEDER AT THE CENTER.-HALLOWEEN LUNCHEON WITH COSTUMES AND PRIZES AND LIVE ENTERTAINMENT.-THANKSGIVING DINNER WITH ENTERTAINMENT.-CLASSES IN BRAILLE, SPANISH AND AN EXERCISE HOUR (LIVE)-MOTHERS DAY PARTY AT A CHINESE RESTAURANT.-AUGUST COOKOUT PARTY WITH LIVE SINGER-NEW YEAR'S JANUARY CELEBRATION AT SAN ANTONIO WINERY-JULY LUNCHEON AT SAN ANTONIO WINERY.-PROVIDED CLASSES FOR IPHONE USAGE.-VALENTINES DAY PARTY WITH LIVE MUSIC.-CHRISTMAS AND HOLIDAY PARTIES-SHOPPING PROGRAM TO LOCAL MARKETS AND ADMINISTERED THE VOUCHER PROGRAM.-HANUKAH DINNERS AND CELEBRATIONS WITH A RABBI TO CELEBRATE THE MEANING OF HANUKAH.-DEMONSTRATIONS OF IPHONE CAPABILITIES FOR THE BLIND-NUTRITIONIST CHEF SPOKE ABOUT HEALTHY EATING.-IMPLEMENTED FREE ACCESS TRANSPORTATION SERVICES FOR MEMBERS-HOME DELIVERY OF N95 MASKS TO MEMBERS-PROVIDED A LONG TIME MEMBER WITH ASSISTANCE WHEN HER MOTHER DIED.IN ADDITION, THERE IS A MONTHLY NEWSLETTER AND SPECIFIC ADVISE IS PROVIDED IN AREAS OF HOUSING, MEDICAL NEEDS AND VOTING REGISTRATION, COMPUTER CLASSES, READING OF MAIL AND PAYING OF BILLS.
Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
---|---|---|---|
Pamela Barron Exec Director | Officer | 40 | $18,480 |
Zena Reubel President | Officer | 2 | $0 |
Laura Russell Vice President | Officer | 2 | $0 |
Statement of Revenue | |
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Federated campaigns | $0 |
Membership dues | $0 |
Fundraising events | $0 |
Related organizations | $0 |
Government grants | $0 |
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $0 |
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $0 |
Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
Investment income | $5,688 |
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 | $5,688 |
Statement of Expenses | |
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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 | $1,296 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $18,480 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
Other salaries and wages | $670 |
Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
Other employee benefits | $0 |
Payroll taxes | $1,477 |
Fees for services: Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
Fees for services: Accounting | $0 |
Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Other | $0 |
Advertising and promotion | $0 |
Office expenses | $0 |
Information technology | $0 |
Royalties | $0 |
Occupancy | $0 |
Travel | $0 |
Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 |
Interest | $0 |
Payments to affiliates | $0 |
Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $14,190 |
Insurance | $3,391 |
All other expenses | -$5,519 |
Total functional expenses | $43,376 |
Balance Sheet | |
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Cash—non-interest-bearing | $1,476,551 |
Savings and temporary cash investments | $724,875 |
Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
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 | $0 |
Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $349,828 |
Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
Investments—other securities | $0 |
Investments—program-related | $0 |
Intangible assets | $0 |
Other assets | $360 |
Total assets | $2,551,614 |
Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $397 |
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 | $1 |
Total liabilities | $398 |
Net assets without donor restrictions | $0 |
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 | $2,551,216 |
Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $2,551,614 |
Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
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Southern Arizona Association For The Visually Impaired Tucson, AZ | $10,878,580 | $6,203,130 |
Vista Center For The Blind And Visually Impaired Palo Alto, CA | $12,198,427 | $3,251,858 |
Association Of University Professors Of Ophthalmology Inc San Francisco, CA | $10,060,251 | $4,034,996 |
California Optometric Association Sacramento, CA | $10,978,851 | $3,280,771 |
International Council Of Ophthalmology Foundation San Francisco, CA | $280,929 | $270,113 |
Society For The Blind Sacramento, CA | $6,571,988 | $3,002,333 |
Restoringvision San Francisco, CA | $3,263,281 | $2,652,811 |
Oregon Lions Sight And Hearing Foundation Inc Portland, OR | $7,389,143 | $1,778,141 |
The Armenian Eyecare Project San Dimas, CA | $4,533,308 | $2,577,746 |
Arizona Center For The Blind And Visually Impaired Phoenix, AZ | $1,661,480 | $2,113,389 |
San Diego Center For The Blind San Diego, CA | $8,273,725 | $1,165,859 |
American Glaucome Society Inc San Francisco, CA | $7,562,216 | $2,018,629 |