Dc Volunteer Lawyers Project
- Assets
- $1.9m
- Revenue
- $2.8m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 28
- Location
- Washington, DC
- Founding
- 03/2008
- Data as of
- 12/2021
- EIN
- 26-1089584
Organization Overview
Dc Volunteer Lawyers Project is located in Washington, DC. The organization was established in 2008. According to its NTEE Classification (L80) the organization is classified as: Housing Support, under the broad grouping of Housing & Shelter and related organizations. As of 12/2021, DC Volunteer Lawyers Project employed 28 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. DC Volunteer Lawyers Project 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, DC Volunteer Lawyers Project generated $2.8m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 7 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 12.0% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $1.8m during the year ending 12/2021. While expenses have increased by 6.4% 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
2021
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
TO PROVIDE HIGH-QUALITY, FREE LEGAL SERVICES TO VULNERABLE LOW-INCOME INDIVIDUALS IN DC.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE PROGRAM:LEGAL ASSISTANCE: DCVLP VOLUNTEER AND STAFF LAWYERS REPRESENT LOW-INCOME INDIVIDUALS IN PROTECTION ORDER, FAMILY LAW, AND IMMIGRATION CASES; ADVOCATE FOR VICTIM RIGHTS IN CRIMINAL PROCEEDINGS AGAINST ABUSERS; AND PROVIDE REPRESENTATION IN HOUSING, EMPLOYMENT AND PUBLIC BENEFITS MATTERS. WALK-IN LEGAL CLINICS: DCVLP LAWYERS PROVIDE LEGAL ASSISTANCE AT COMMUNITY-BASED CLINICS AND AT A COURT-BASED CLINIC. SUPPORT SERVICES: OUR ADVOCATES PROVIDE SAFETY PLANNING, TRAUMA-INFORMED CRISIS INTERVENTION, ONGOING EMOTIONAL SUPPORT, AND ACCESS TO CRITICAL SOCIAL SERVICES. LEGAL HELP LINE: OUR ADVOCATES RESPOND TO HUNDREDS OF CALLERS' REQUESTS FOR INFORMATION ON VICTIM RIGHTS, LEGAL SERVICES, AND PROVIDE REFERRALS TO PARTNER ORGANIZATIONS.
CHILD ADVOCACY PROGRAM:OUR COURT-APPOINTED VOLUNTEER AND STAFF ATTORNEYS ADVOCATE FOR CHILDREN GROWING UP IN HOMES WITH ABUSE, NEGLECT, DOMESTIC VIOLENCE, SUBSTANCE ABUSE AND OTHER DANGEROUS CIRCUMSTANCES AND CONNECT THE CHILDREN AND THEIR FAMILIES WITH CRUCIAL SOCIAL SERVICES. IN OVER 95% OF THE CASES, JUDGES ACCEPT OUR ATTORNEYS' CUSTODY RECOMMENDATIONS.
IMMIGRATION PROGRAM:DCVLP VOLUNTEER AND STAFF LAWYERS ASSIST LOW-INCOME VICTIMS OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AND OTHER FORMS OF GENDER-BASED VIOLENCE AND VULNERABLE CHILDREN WITH VAWA SELF-PETITIONS, BATTERED SPOUSE WAIVERS, U AND T VISAS, AFFIRMATIVE AND DEFENSIVE ASYLUM CLAIMS, SPECIAL IMMIGRANT JUVENILE STATUS, TPS, DACA, WORK AUTHORIZATIONS AND OTHER FORMS OF IMMIGRATION RELIEF. DCVLP STAFF ALSO ASSIST WITH ENFORCING VICTIM LEGAL RIGHTS IN HOUSING TO ENSURE CLIENTS HAVE ADEQUATE HOUSING IN THEIR TIME OF CRISIS. THE GOAL IS TO HELP IMMIGRANT VICTIMS, A MAJORITY OF WHOM ARE NOT PERMITTED TO LEGALLY WORK IN THE U.S., IN ACHIEVING SAFETY, STABILITY, AND SELF-SUFFICIENCY BY PROVIDING COMPREHENSIVE AND TRAUMA-INFORMED LEGAL AND SUPPORT SERVICES.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Sara Tennen Executive Director | OfficerTrustee | 40 | $129,318 |
Karen Barker Marcou President | OfficerTrustee | 10 | $0 |
Alexis Collins Vice President | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Jamillia Ferris Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Trish Kelly Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Amy Barker Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $573,111 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $1,223,239 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $1,009,093 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $10,054 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $2,805,443 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $856 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | -$44,827 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $2,766,602 |
| 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. | $140,659 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $14,066 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $1,121,287 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $34,278 |
| Other employee benefits | $62,173 |
| Payroll taxes | $107,914 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $48,358 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $6,436 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $20,033 |
| Information technology | $59,213 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $156,480 |
| Travel | $40 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $2,866 |
| Interest | $2,298 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $0 |
| Insurance | $16,565 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $1,833,621 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $1,389,741 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $65,860 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $412,462 |
| 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 | $36,346 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $0 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $1,904,409 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $11,453 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Total liabilities | $11,453 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $1,395,480 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $497,476 |
| 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 | $1,904,409 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 1 grants that Dc Volunteer Lawyers Project has recieved totaling $10,000.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Redskin Foundation Inc Bethesda, MD PURPOSE: TO SUPPORT YOUTH ACTIVITIES | $10,000 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Housing Counseling Services Inc Washington, DC | $4,430,833 | $16,498,572 |
People Incorporated Housing Group Abingdon, VA | $23,796,045 | $13,192,041 |
Manna Inc Washington, DC | $18,457,194 | $8,787,591 |
Habitat For Humanity International Inc Charlottesville, VA | $30,158,834 | $8,198,441 |
Housing Assistance Council Washington, DC | $50,242,099 | $11,554,116 |
Echelon Housing Inc North Bethesda, MD | $23,861,150 | $4,416,757 |
Comprehensive Housing Assistance Inc Baltimore, MD | $35,424,449 | $4,587,920 |
Neighborhood Capital Corporation Silver Spring, MD | $106,804,353 | $10,287,510 |
Ngena Foundation Washington, DC | $0 | $167 |
Piedmont Housing Alliance Incorporated Charlottesville, VA | $40,182,499 | $6,545,967 |
Huntington Housing Inc North Bethesda, MD | $7,451,355 | $2,137,802 |
Albemarle Housing Improvement Program Inc Charlottesville, VA | $5,877,628 | $5,756,026 |