Literacy Pittsburgh
- Assets
- $5.3m
- Revenue
- $5.3m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 98
- Location
- Pittsburgh, PA
- Founding
- 03/1981
- Data as of
- 06/2022
- EIN
- 25-1392652
Organization Overview
Literacy Pittsburgh is located in Pittsburgh, PA. The organization was established in 1981. As of 06/2022, Literacy Pittsburgh employed 98 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Literacy Pittsburgh 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 06/2022, Literacy Pittsburgh generated $5.3m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 7 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 10.4% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $5.0m during the year ending 06/2022. While expenses have increased by 8.1% per year over the past 7 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
2022
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
BASIC EDUCATION PROGRAMS FOR ADULTS AND CHILDREN THAT LIFT FAMILIES OUT OF POVERTY.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
OASIS INTERGENERATIONAL TUTORING - OPERATING IN SIX ALLEGHENY COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICTS, OASIS INTERGENERATIONAL TUTORING PAIRS ADULTS AGE 50 AND OVER WITH HIGH-NEED CHILDREN IN GRADES K-4. IN FISCAL YEAR 2022, 146 CHILDREN RECEIVED WEEKLY TUTORING AIMED AT IMPROVING READING SKILLS AND BOOSTING CONFIDENCE AND SELF-ESTEEM.
ADULT BASIC EDUCATION - IN FISCAL 2022, LITERACY PITTSBURGH VOLUNTEERS AND PROFESSIONAL INSTRUCTORS HELPED 2,051 INDIVIDUALS BECOME READY AND RELEVANT FOR THE WORKFORCE. BY IMPROVING READING, WRITING OR MATH SKILLS, EARNING A HIGH SCHOOL CREDENTIAL OR LEARNING ENGLISH, STUDENTS CAN SECURE JOBS, EARN PROMOTIONS, AND GO ON TO COLLEGE AND JOB TRAINING. AS A RESULT, THEY CREATE SECURITY AND STABILITY FOR THEIR FAMILIES.
COMPASS AMERICORPS - MEMBERS OF COMPASS AMERICORPS, A PENNSERVE PROGRAM MANAGED BY LITERACY PITTSBURGH, STRENGTHEN AREA NONPROFITS BY PROVIDING FULL-TIME SOCIAL SERVICES SUPPORT AND ENGLISH LANGUAGE INSTRUCTION TO NEWLY RESETTLED REFUGEES, IMMIGRANTS AND INTERNATIONAL POPULATIONS. MEMBERS SERVE IN ORGANIZATIONS THROUGHOUT PITTSBURGH, PLAN SERVICE PROJECTS AND ENGAGE COMMUNITY VOLUNTEERS. IN FISCAL YEAR 2022, MEMBERS PROVIDED 28,109 HOURS OF SERVICE TO 1,370 CLIENTS.
OTHER - FAMILY LITERACY - THIS UNIQUE PROGRAM COMBINES ADULT LITERACY CLASSES AND EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION. PARENTS STUDY FOR THEIR HIGH SCHOOL CREDENTIAL, LEARN ENGLISH OR PREPARE FOR U.S. CITIZENSHIP WHILE CHILDREN PARTICIPATE IN LEARNING ACTIVITIES. IN FISCAL YEAR 2022, 101 CHILDREN AND ADULTS PARTICIPATED. FAMILY LITERACY IS GROUNDED IN THE BELIEF THAT A PARENT IS A CHILD'S FIRST AND BEST TEACHER. PARENTS ALSO LEARN ABOUT NUTRITION, BUDGETING, AMERICAN CULTURE, WORKPLACE SKILLS, HEALTHY LIVING, AND OF COURSE, HOW TO PROMOTE LITERACY AND LEARNING IN THE HOME.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Carey Harris CEO | Officer | 40 | $127,850 |
Lori Como Chief Program Officer | Officer | 40 | $106,492 |
Cheryl Garcia CFO | Officer | 37.5 | $92,967 |
Danell R Cooper Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Steven Sokoloski President | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Kathleen Sullivan Immediate Past President | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $48,345 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $2,839,631 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $1,778,998 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $4,666,974 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $506,346 |
| Investment income | $151,531 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | -$24,638 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $5,305,120 |
| 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. | $373,263 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $238,315 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $2,338,504 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $63,008 |
| Other employee benefits | $372,464 |
| Payroll taxes | $220,205 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $14,397 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $12,414 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $21,230 |
| Fees for services: Other | $879,117 |
| Advertising and promotion | $55,330 |
| Office expenses | $190,792 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $306,350 |
| Travel | $14,827 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $36,329 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $17,984 |
| Insurance | $21,101 |
| All other expenses | $2,734 |
| Total functional expenses | $4,998,984 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $2,438,681 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $266,508 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $82,992 |
| 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 | $55,974 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $61,895 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $2,401,129 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $7,644 |
| Total assets | $5,314,823 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $128,762 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $149,978 |
| 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 | $86,048 |
| Total liabilities | $364,788 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $2,158,847 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $2,791,188 |
| 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 | $5,314,823 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 2 grants that Literacy Pittsburgh has recieved totaling $4,000.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Janes & Marilyn A Gilmore Foundation Ua Pittsburgh, PA PURPOSE: GENERAL | $3,000 |
Wagner Family Charible Tr Ua 11172000 Pittsburgh, PA PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $1,000 |
Endowment Analysis
| Beg. Balance | $3,046,313 |
| Earnings | -$498,804 |
| Admin Expense | $21,230 |
| Other Expense | $125,150 |
| Ending Balance | $2,401,129 |
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 |