Literacy Pittsburgh

Organization Overview

Literacy Pittsburgh is located in Pittsburgh, PA. The organization was established in 1981. As of 06/2024, Literacy Pittsburgh employed 101 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 06/2024, Literacy Pittsburgh generated $10.5m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 9 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 16.5% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $6.8m during the year ending 06/2024. While expenses have increased by 9.9% per year over the past 9 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.

Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing

TAX YEAR

2024

Describe the Organization's Mission:

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BASIC EDUCATION PROGRAMS FOR ADULTS AND CHILDREN THAT LIFT FAMILIES OUT OF POVERTY.

Describe the Organization's Program Activity:

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ADULT BASIC EDUCATION IN FISCAL 2024, LITERACY PITTSBURGH VOLUNTEERS AND PROFESSIONAL INSTRUCTORS HELPED 3,349 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.


FAMILY LITERACY THIS UNIQUE PROGRAM COMBINES ADULT LITERACY CLASSESAND EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION. IN FISCAL YEAR 2024, 287 CHILDREN ANDADULTS PARTICIPATED. PARENTS STUDY FOR THEIR HIGH SCHOOL CREDENTIAL,LEARN ENGLISH OR PREPARE FOR U.S. CITIZENSHIP WHILE CHILDRENPARTICIPATE IN LEARNING ACTIVITIES. FAMILY LITERACY IS GROUNDED IN THEBELIEF THAT A PARENT IS A CHILD'S FIRST AND BEST TEACHER. PARENTS ALSOLEARN ABOUT NUTRITION, BUDGETING, AMERICAN CULTURE, WORKPLACE SKILLS,HEALTHY LIVING, AND OF COURSE, HOW TO PROMOTE LITERACY AND LEARNING INTHE HOME.


IN FISCAL YEAR 2024, 709 VOLUNTEERS PROVIDED 48,068 HOURS OF SERVICE AS TUTORS, INSTRUCTORS, AND ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT. EXTENSIVE ASSISTANCE FROM VOLUNTEERS ALLOWS LITERACY PITTSBURGH TO EXPAND ITS REACH MORE EFFICIENTLY, AND STUDENT OUTCOMES ARE IDENTICAL THANKS TO A STRONG TRAINING, SUPPORT, AND OVERSIGHT STRUCTURE


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 2024, MEMBERS PROVIDED 18,791 HOURS OF SERVICE TO 734 CLIENTS.


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Board, Officers & Key Employees

Name (title)Compensation
Danell R Cooper
Treasurer
$0
Richard Heiser
Board Member
$0
Steven Sokoloski
Immediate Past President
$0
Nancy J Crouthamel
Board Member
$0
Kathleen Sullivan
Board Member
$0
Andrea Clark-Smith
President
$0

Financial Statements

Statement of Revenue
Federated campaigns$0
Membership dues$0
Fundraising events$74,250
Related organizations$0
Government grants $4,005,638
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above$5,905,415
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f $0
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar$9,985,303
Total Program Service Revenue$472,066
Investment income $65,684
Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds $0
Royalties $0
Net Rental Income $0
Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales $0
Net Income from Fundraising Events -$38,982
Net Income from Gaming Activities $0
Net Income from Sales of Inventory $0
Miscellaneous Revenue$0
Total Revenue $10,485,271

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