Delaware County Literacy Council
- Assets
- $1.0m
- Revenue
- $1.4m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 32
- Location
- Chester, PA
- Founding
- 09/1977
- Data as of
- 06/2021
- EIN
- 23-7423599
Organization Overview
Delaware County Literacy Council is located in Chester, PA. The organization was established in 1977. As of 06/2021, Delaware County Literacy Council employed 32 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Delaware County Literacy Council 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 06/2021, Delaware County Literacy Council generated $1.4m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 6 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 15.5% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $1.5m during the year ending 06/2021. While expenses have increased by 15.8% 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
2021
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
THE ORGANIZATION WORKS WITH ADULTS WHO WISH TO READ, WRITE, SPEAK AND UNDERSTAND ENGLISH, HELPING THEM TO INCREASE THEIR COMMUNICATION SKILLS AND TO PARTICIPATE MORE FULLY IN SOCIETY. THE COUNCIL USES VOLUNTEERS TO ENSURE THAT PROGRAMS ARE FREE AND ACCESSIBLE TO EVERYONE. DURING THE 2019-2020 PROGRAM YEAR, THE LITERACY COUNCIL SERVED 706 ADULTS IN DELAWARE COUNTY OF SOUTHEASTERN PENNSYLVANIA. AS A RESULT OF WORKING WITH THE LITERACY COUNCIL, ADULT STUDENTS ACHIEVED QUANTITATIVE IMPROVEMENTS IN THEIR LIVES INCLUDING IMPROVED BASIC SKILLS, GED ATTAINMENT, EMPLOYMENT OR RETAINED EMPLOYMENT, U.S. CITIZENSHIP, AND POST- SECONDARY EDUCATION ENROLLMENT. ALL ADULTS SERVICED BY THE LITERACY COUNCIL IMPROVE THEIR LIVES IN SOME WAY INCLUDING READING TO CHILDREN, BECOMING BETTER INFORMED CITIZENS, AND BECOMING ENGAGED IN THEIR COMMUNITY.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
PROVIDE FREE INSTRUCTION FROM CLASSROOM TEACHERS OR VOLUNTEER TUTORS TO ADULTS IN THE AREAS OF BASIC READING, WRITING, MATH AND ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE FOR SUCCESS IN THE WORKPLACE AND COMMUNITY.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Patricia Rizzo Vice Preside | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Jennifer L Stock Co-President | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Rick Durante Co-President | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Kelly Thornton Board Member | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Lois Snyder Board Member | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Joy Huertas Board Member | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $1,034,463 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $364,768 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $32,543 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $1,399,231 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $1,328 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $47,461 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $1,448,020 |
| 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. | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $997,063 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $113,301 |
| Payroll taxes | $78,315 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $92,009 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $22,557 |
| Advertising and promotion | $11,009 |
| Office expenses | $12,047 |
| Information technology | $22,655 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $32,012 |
| Travel | $0 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 |
| Interest | $5,051 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $21,972 |
| Insurance | $12,868 |
| All other expenses | $442 |
| Total functional expenses | $1,475,345 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $491,450 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $73,557 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $19,478 |
| 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 | $440,379 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $1,024,864 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $73,024 |
| Grants payable | $93,090 |
| 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 | $102,634 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $192,200 |
| Total liabilities | $460,948 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $563,916 |
| 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 | $1,024,864 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 6 grants that Delaware County Literacy Council has recieved totaling $71,800.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
United Way Of Greater Philadelphia And Southern New Jersey Philadelphia, PA | | $41,500 |
Rosenthal Family Foundation Los Angeles, CA PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $15,000 |
Richard G And Audrey A Brinkman Foundation Philadelphia, PA PURPOSE: GENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES | $10,000 |
United Way Of Greater Philadelphia And Southern New Jersey Philadelphia, PA | | $5,110 |
Saramar Charitable Fund Tr Philadelphia, PA PURPOSE: UNRESTRICTED | $100 |
Amazonsmile Foundation Seattle, WA PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $90 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Literacy Pittsburgh Pittsburgh, PA | $5,314,823 | $5,305,120 |
Literacy Assistance Center New York, NY | $1,628,526 | $2,446,043 |
Community Learning Center Philadelphia, PA | $0 | $1,706,278 |
Delaware County Literacy Council Chester, PA | $1,024,864 | $1,448,020 |
South Baltimore Learning Corp Inc Baltimore, MD | $3,561,416 | $1,378,703 |
Chester County Opportunities Industrialization Center Coatesville, PA | $1,013,841 | $1,688,281 |
Literacy Council Of Montgomery County Maryland Inc Rockville, MD | $534,143 | $1,351,537 |
Education Matters Inc Cincinnati, OH | $5,685,161 | $597,390 |
Read For Literacy Inc Toledo, OH | $844,458 | $386,599 |
Adult Literacy Lawrence County New Castle, PA | $54,905 | $209,570 |
Clark County Literacy Coalition Springfield, OH | $129,317 | $207,951 |
Chester County Night School West Chester, PA | $242,347 | $72,361 |