Light Of Life Ministries Inc
- Assets
- $38.0m
- Revenue
- $12.3m
- Investments
- $8.0m
- Employees
- 102
- Location
- Pittsburgh, PA
- Founding
- 03/1953
- Data as of
- 09/2023
- EIN
- 25-1056389
Organization Overview
Light Of Life Ministries Inc, operating under the name Light Of Life Rescue Mission, is located in Pittsburgh, PA. The organization was established in 1953. According to its NTEE Classification (P60) the organization is classified as: Emergency Assistance, under the broad grouping of Human Services and related organizations. As of 09/2023, Light Of Life Rescue Mission employed 102 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Light Of Life Rescue Mission 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, Light Of Life Rescue Mission generated $12.3m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 8 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 7.7% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $11.1m during the year ending 09/2023. While expenses have increased by 8.7% 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.
Since 2016, Light Of Life Rescue Mission has awarded 15 individual grants totaling $4,418,514. If you would like to learn more about the grant giving history of this organization, scroll down to the grant profile section of this page.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
THE ORGANIZATION'S PRIMARY EXEMPT PURPOSE IS TO PROVIDE FOOD FOR THE HUNGRY, SHELTER FOR THE HOMELESS AND OFFER A LIFE TRANSFORMING PROGRAM TO ADDRESS THE RECOVERY, EMPLOYMENT AND SPIRITUAL NEEDS OF DISADVANTAGED MEN, WOMEN AND CHILDREN, IN ORDER TO EQUIP THEM TO LEAD HEALTHY, PRODUCTIVE AND SELF-SUFFICIENT LIVES.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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FOOD & EMERGENCY SHELTER PROGRAMTHIS PROGRAM INCLUDES STREET HOMELESS OUTREACH, EMERGENCY SHELTER AND MEAL MINISTRY WITH COMMUNITY OUTREACH. THE EMERGENCY SHELTER HOLDS UP TO TWENTY-TWO MEN (MORE IF ANY OF THE 12 HOUSING & EMPLOYMENT OR SHELTER PLUS BEDS ARE OPEN). MEN CAN COME FOR DINNER, A SHOWER, A BED FOR THE NIGHT AND BREAKFAST THE NEXT MORNING. THEY ALSO RECEIVE AN INVITATION TO RECEIVE CASE MANAGEMENT. THE SHELTER PLUS PROGRAM ADDS CASE MANAGEMENT FOR THOSE INDIVIDUALS WHO ARE READY TO MAKE A CHANGE IN THEIR LIFE. MEAL MINISTRY ENCOMPASSES THE MISSION SERVING BREAKFAST AND DINNER TO MEN, WOMEN AND CHILDREN IN THE COMMUNITY AS WELL AS TO THE RESIDENTS. AT THANKSGIVING, CHRISTMAS AND EASTER, VOLUNTEERS TAKE MEALS PREPARED AT THE MISSION TO SENIOR CENTERS IN THE COMMUNITY. AN AVERAGE OF 285 MEALS ARE SERVED EVERY DAY. THE COMMUNITY OUTREACH INITIATIVE INCLUDES DISTRIBUTION OF CLOTHING AND TOILETRIES AS WELL AS DONATED HOUSEHOLD FURNISHINGS TO PEOPLE WITH NEEDS. HELD BOTH MORNINGS AND EVENINGS DAILY, LIGHT OF LIFE'S CHAPEL MINISTRY DELIVERS THE GOSPEL OF CHRIST TO MEN AND WOMEN IN DIRE NEED OF HOPE.
MEN'S RESIDENTIAL PROGRAMTHE HIGH COMMITMENT SHELTER IS FOR MEN WHO ARE STABLE ENOUGH TO WORK AND COMMIT TO 90 DAYS OF CASE MANAGEMENT. THE HIGH COMMITMENT SHELTER ALSO INCLUDES CONNECTIONS TO EMPLOYMENT, MEDICAL SERVICES, HOUSING AND OTHER SERVICES. RESIDENTS ARE PROVIDED WITH SLEEPING QUARTERS AND A PRIVATE STORAGE AREA FOR HIS BELONGINGS. TEN BEDS ARE AVAILABLE IN THE HIGH COMMITMENT SHELTER. A 12 TO 18-MONTH RESIDENTIAL PROGRAM, THAT INCLUDES A MENTAL HEALTH PROGRAM, PROVIDES MEN WITH COUNSELING, CASE MANAGEMENT AND CAREER ADVANCEMENT. COMPONENTS INCLUDE ADDICTION RECOVERY, EDUCATION, CAREER TRAINING, LIFE SKILLS, CREATIVE LEARNING, TREATMENT REFERRALS FOR MENTAL HEALTH, ACTIVITIES FOR DEVELOPING SOCIAL SKILLS, BIBLE STUDIES AND OTHER CHRIST-CENTERED SERVICES. UP TO 32 MEN ARE IN THE PROGRAM AT ONE TIME.
WOMEN & CHILDREN'S PROGRAMSINGLE MOTHERS IN RECOVERY AND THEIR CHILDREN CAN COMMIT TO THIS 18-24 MONTH RECOVERY PROGRAM. COMPONENTS INCLUDE ADDICTION RECOVERY, EDUCATION, LIFE SKILLS, TREATMENT REFERRALS FOR MENTAL HEALTH, ACTIVITIES FOR DEVELOPING SOCIAL SKILLS, BIBLE STUDIES, AND OTHER CHRIST-CENTERED SERVICES. ALSO OFFERED ARE SUBSIDIZED APARTMENTS, ASSISTANCE WITH TRANSPORTATION, HELP WITH HOUSEHOLD NEEDS AND PARENTING SKILLS. A NURTURING ENVIRONMENT IS AVAILABLE FOR THE CHILDREN AS WELL AS SCHOOL SUPPLIES AND MEALS. UP TO 30 WOMEN AND THEIR CHILDREN ARE IN THE PROGRAM AT ONE TIME.FOR WOMEN WITHOUT CHILDREN, WE HAVE THE SISTERS' RECOVERY HOUSE, WITH TEN FURNISHED APARTMENTS WHERE THE WOMEN HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO LIVE IN COMMUNITY, BUILDING HEALTHY RELATIONSHIPS IN A SUPPORTIVE ENVIRONMENT. ALTHY RELATIONSHIPS IN A SUPPORTIVE ENVIRONMENT.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Glenn Graner Chairman | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Rachel Schmiedlin Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Rebecca Fatica Vice Chairman | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Chris Chaney Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Gash Abebe Board Member | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Rosalyn R Freeman Board Member | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Citizens Bank Credit Card Service | 9/29/23 | $340,194 |
Bluenorth Marketing Agency | 9/29/23 | $696,194 |
Selective Insurance Insurance | 9/29/23 | $215,642 |
Flying Scooter Productions Video Production Service | 9/29/23 | $184,517 |
Fotorecord Printing | 9/29/23 | $182,027 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $387,473 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $0 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $11,475,334 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $2,171,184 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $11,862,807 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $12,380 |
| Investment income | $259,196 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $31,946 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | -$650 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $12,255,627 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $445,155 |
| 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. | $163,482 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $65,393 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $3,578,770 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $1,111,474 |
| Payroll taxes | $0 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $29,260 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $30,836 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $374,772 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $940,969 |
| Advertising and promotion | $122,405 |
| Office expenses | $75,226 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $139,275 |
| Travel | $34,722 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $33,195 |
| Interest | $4,016 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $242,023 |
| Insurance | $154,209 |
| All other expenses | $628,742 |
| Total functional expenses | $11,085,832 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $803,065 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $4,575,426 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $198,790 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $56,369 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $3,034,774 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $12,483,450 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $164,332 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $339,120 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $2,539,833 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $348,002 |
| Investments—other securities | $8,019,278 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $5,410,218 |
| Total assets | $37,972,657 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $511,523 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $108,640 |
| 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 | $1,628,713 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $750,000 |
| Other liabilities | $5,632,825 |
| Total liabilities | $8,631,701 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $29,077,019 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $263,937 |
| 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 | $37,972,657 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Light Of Life Ministries Inc has awarded $760,106 in support to 3 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
LIGHT OF LIFE SUPPORT CORPORATION 2 PURPOSE: OPERATION SUPPORT | $342,419 |
LIGHT OF LIFE SUPPORT CORPORATION PURPOSE: OPERATION SUPPORT | $6,310 |
L2 COMMUNITY SUPPORT PURPOSE: OPERATION SUPPORT | $411,377 |