Low Income Family Empowerment Inc
- Assets
- $95.9k
- Revenue
- $222.1k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 0
- Location
- Westminster, CO
- Founding
- 06/2008
- Data as of
- 12/2021
- EIN
- 26-1349896
Organization Overview
Low Income Family Empowerment Inc is located in Westminster, CO. The organization was established in 2008. According to its NTEE Classification (P80) the organization is classified as: Centers to Support the Independence of Specific Populations, under the broad grouping of Human Services and related organizations. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Low Income Family Empowerment Inc 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, Low Income Family Empowerment Inc generated $222.1k in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 7 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 0.9% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $221.3k during the year ending 12/2021. While expenses have increased by 0.8% 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
SUPPORTIVE SERVICES FOR LOW INCOME INDIVIDUALS.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
THE HOME INSTRUCTION FOR PARENTS OF PRESCHOOL YOUNGSTERS (HIPPY) IS A PARENT INVOLVEMENT, SCHOOL READINESS PROGRAM THAT HELPS PARENTS PREPARE THEIR 3 TO 4 YEAR OLDS FOR KINDERGARTEN. LIFE HIRED 1 COORDINATOR AND 3 HOME VISITORS TO WORK WITH THE PARENTS. THE GRANT REVENUE WAS TO COVER THE OPERATING COSTS FOR THE PROGRAM. DURING 2021, LIFE SERVED 10 FAMILIES UNDER THIS PROGRAM.
COMMUNITY ORGANIZER PROGRAM: LIFE BEGAN A NEW PROGRAM IN 2021 CALLED THE COMMUNITY ORGANIZER INSTITUTE. ITS GOAL IS TO BRING IN FUNDING AND SUPPORT FROM OUTSIDE AGENCIES AND FOUNDATIONS TO ESTABLISH A TRAINING PLATFORM FOR MEMBERS OF MAIKER COMMUNITIES TO LEARN THE SKILLS, AND BE PROVIDED THE RESOURCES NEEDED TO BECOME LEADERS IN THEIR COMMUNITIES FOR THE PURPOSE OF BRINGING RESOURCES TO THEIR COMMUNITIES SUCH AS FOOD SECURITY, HEALTHCARE, TRANSPORTATION, AND EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES. THE ORGANIZERS WILL NOT ONLY BRING RESOURCES TO THE COMMUNITIES, BUT WILL ALSO BRING THEIR VOICES TO LOCAL CITY COUNCIL, THE STATE AND EVEN NATIONAL PLATFORMS TO INFORM LEADERS AND THE PUBLIC OF THEIR CHALLENGES AND SUCCESSES IN OUR COMMUNITY IN AN EFFORT TO COMBAT NIMBYISM AND PREJUDICE IN THE MARKETPLACE AGAINST THOSE OF LOWER INCOME.
THE COMMUNITY GARDEN PROJECT WAS PILOTED BY THREE OF OUR COMMUNITIES AND WITH THE SUPPORT OF LOCAL BUSINESSES, MAIKER HOUSING PARTNERS, AND FOUNDATION FUNDS RAISED BY THE COMMUNITY MEMBERS, 24 RAISED BED GARDENS WERE BUILT AND PLANTED IN 2021. THE COMMUNITY HELD A FARMER'S MARKET AT THE END OF THE SEASON PROVIDING FRESH VEGETABLES AND COOKING TRAINING TO OVER 250 FAMILIES IN THE COMMUNITY.
OTHER PROGRAMS REVENUE/EXPENSE INCLUDE LOAN FORGIVENESS TO LIFE FROM MAIKER HOUSING PARTNERS; AN IN-KIND DONATION OF MAINTENANCE MATERIALS AND APPLIANCES FOR USE IN OUR LOW INCOME PROPERTIES; AND DONATIONS FOR OUR YEAR END SANTA-SHOP PROGRAM TO SUPPORT FAMILIES IN NEED FOR THE CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Peter Lifari Secretary/treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 0.1 | $0 |
Hannah Brown Vice President (sep-Dec) | OfficerTrustee | 0.1 | $0 |
Donald May President | OfficerTrustee | 0.1 | $0 |
Cecil Velazquez Vice President (jan-Aug) | OfficerTrustee | 0.1 | $0 |
Andrea Wieland Board Member | Trustee | 0.1 | $0 |
Rob Mcgregor Board Member | Trustee | 0.1 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $157,249 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $64,866 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $57,866 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $222,115 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $3 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $222,118 |
| 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 | $38,498 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $5,756 |
| Other employee benefits | $4,324 |
| Payroll taxes | $640 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $8,300 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $0 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $467 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $2,360 |
| Travel | $0 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $1,838 |
| Interest | $909 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $0 |
| Insurance | $3,015 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $221,285 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $89,293 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $5,000 |
| 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 | $1,570 |
| 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 | $95,863 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $5,020 |
| 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 | $31,196 |
| Other liabilities | $68,585 |
| Total liabilities | $104,801 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | -$11,438 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $2,500 |
| 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 | $95,863 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 1 grants that Low Income Family Empowerment Inc has recieved totaling $30,365.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Parent Possible Denver, CO PURPOSE: PROGRAM SUPPORT | $30,365 |
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