Legal Counsel For Youth And Children
- Assets
- $5.0m
- Revenue
- $4.2m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 27
- Location
- Seattle, WA
- Founding
- 04/2011
- Data as of
- 12/2023
- EIN
- 27-3006526
Organization Overview
Legal Counsel For Youth And Children is located in Seattle, WA. The organization was established in 2011. According to its NTEE Classification (I80) the organization is classified as: Legal Services, under the broad grouping of Crime & Legal-Related and related organizations. As of 12/2023, Legal Counsel For Youth And Children employed 27 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Legal Counsel For Youth And Children 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 12/2023, Legal Counsel For Youth And Children generated $4.2m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 8 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 27.2% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $2.5m during the year ending 12/2023. While expenses have increased by 21.9% 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.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
LEGAL COUNSEL FOR YOUTH AND CHILDREN (LCYC) PROTECTS THE INTERESTS AND SAFETY OF YOUTH IN WASHINGTON BY ADVANCING THEIR LEGAL RIGHTS. WE ACCOMPLISH OUR MISSION THROUGH DIRECT REPRESENTATION, STRONG COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS, AND SYSTEMIC ADVOCACY.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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CHILD WELFARE:LCYC HAS SUPPORTED YOUTH WITH CHILD WELFARE MATTERS SINCE OUR FOUNDING IN 2010. LCYC'S LOW CASELOADS, AND YOUTH CENTERED SERVICE MODEL POSITIVELY AFFECTS THE LIVES OF THE CHILDREN WE SERVE. LCYC PROVIDES PROACTIVE ADVOCACY AROUND ISSUES LIKE PLACEMENT, FAMILY VISITATION, PERMANENCY PLANNING, EDUCATION, MEDICAL AND MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES. LCYC PROVIDES PROACTIVE ADVOCACY, ENGAGING WITH CHILDREN, CAREGIVERS, SCHOOLS, FAMILY, SERVICES PROVIDERS, AND OTHER COMMUNITY SUPPORTS. WE STRIVE NOT ONLY TO MEET THE IMMEDIATE BASIC NEEDS AND RIGHTS OF THE CHILD, BUT WE LOOK TOWARDS THE FUTURE. WE FOLLOW THE CHILD'S STATED GOALS, BUILD SUPPORT AROUND THESE GOALS, AND HELP OUR YOUTH CLIENTS TO REALIZE LONG-TERM STABILITY, POSITIVE CONNECTIONS, AND SCHOOL SUCCESS. IN ADDITION TO LOW CASELOADS, LCYC'S MODEL IS GROUNDED IN A STRONG COMMUNITY OF PRACTICE. LCYC IS RAISING AWARENESS OF CHILDREN'S LEGAL RIGHTS AND THE ROLE OF COUNSEL IN PROTECTING AND ADVOCATING FOR YOUNG PEOPLE. OUR UNIQUE POSITION IN THIS POSITIVE MOVEMENT FORWARD IS THROUGH THE EXAMPLE WE SET IN OUR ADVOCACY, THE TRAININGS WE HELP PLAN AND PROVIDE FOR CHILDREN'S ATTORNEYS AROUND THE STATE, AND THE DATA WE COLLECT AND SHARE REGARDING LEGAL SERVICES AND RESULTS.
YOUTH HOMELESSNESS PROGRAM:LCYC'S YOUTH HOMELESSNESS PROGRAM (YHP) PROVIDES FREE LEGAL SERVICES TO YOUTH WHO ARE AT RISK OF OR ARE CURRENTLY EXPERIENCING HOMELESSNESS, HELPING THEM TO MAINTAIN AND/OR SECURE STABLE HOUSING. THIS PROGRAM SERVES PEOPLE 12-24 YEARS OLD AND EXPERIENCING OR AT RISK OF HOMELESSNESS IN COMMUNITIES ACROSS WASHINGTON STATE. SERVICES PROVIDED MAY INCLUDE LEGAL ADVICE, MEDIATION OR NEGOTIATION, AND IN-COURT ADVOCACY. WE ARE ABLE TO ASSIST WITH A NUMBER OF CIVIL LEGAL ISSUES INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO: CHILD PROTECTIVE SERVICES, EMANCIPATION, GENDER MARKER AND NAME CHANGES, IDENTITY THEFT, LANDLORD/TENANT ISSUES, PUBLIC BENEFITS, CONSUMER AND MEDICAL DEBT, FAMILY LAW, WARRANTS, IMMIGRATION, AND ORDERS OF PROTECTION. AN INDEPENDENT EVALUATION CONDUCTED BY MEMCONSULTANTS LLC FOUND THAT "LCYC'S LEGAL ADVOCACY HAD AN IMMEDIATE, POSITIVE IMPACT ON CLIENTS...65% CLIENTS REPORTED SAFE AND STABLE HOUSING AFTER WORKING WITH AN LCYC ATTORNEY, COMPARED TO 39% AT INTAKE. LCYC ADVOCACY IMPROVED HOUSING STABILITY FOR 70% OF MINORS SERVED." LCYC WORKS WITH COMMUNITY PARTNERS TO PROVIDE MULTIDISCIPLINARY SUPPORT TO MINORS THROUGH A MODEL CALLED THE YOUTH ENGAGEMENT TEAM, WHICH PROVIDES HOLISTIC SUPPORT THROUGH LEGAL SERVICES, HOUSING NAVIGATION, AND BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SERVICES.
JUVENILE COURT. LCYC PROVIDES HOLISTIC LEGAL ADVOCACY TO YOUTH IN KING COUNTY WITH JUVENILE COURT MATTERS, RANGING FROM MISDEMEANORS TO FELONIES, AS ASSIGNED BY THE KING COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC DEFENSE. WE ALSO REPRESENT YOUTH IN OTHER JUVENILE COURT MATTERS INCLUDING AT RISK YOUTH (ARY) AND CHILD IN NEED OF SERVICES (CHINS). LCYC ADVISES AND ADDRESSES THE SPECIFIC CHARGES AGAINST THE YOUTH, WHILE ALSO OFFERING ADVOCACY AROUND ISSUES SUCH AS HOMELESSNESS, SPECIAL EDUCATION, SCHOOL DISCIPLINE, ACCESS TO BENEFITS, AND SAFETY AT HOME. IN ADDITION, LCYC IS ONE OF SEVERAL LEGAL SERVICE ENTITIES THAT PROVIDES ON-CALL LEGAL ADVICE TO YOUTH WHO ARE PLACED UNDER ARREST, BEFORE THEY WAIVE THEIR RIGHT TO SILENCE. THIS SERVICE, YOUTH ACCESS TO COUNSEL, IS OFFERED THROUGH THE WASHINGTON STATE OFFICE OF PUBLIC DEFENSE.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Emily Meltzer Director Of Development And Communications | Trustee | 40 | $106,011 |
Erin Lovell Executive Director, Lcyc President And Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 40 | $110,113 |
Alexandra Narvaez Youth Access To Counsel Lead Attorney | Trustee | 40 | $102,903 |
Rhea Yo Director Legal Services, Youth Homelessness | Trustee | 40 | $101,261 |
Michelle Bagshaw Board Chair | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Brandi Mcneil Board Chair | Trustee | 1.5 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $53,016 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $1,184,059 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $2,336,179 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $3,573,254 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $550,984 |
| Investment income | $85,055 |
| 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 | $4,209,293 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $154,974 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $420,307 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $86,926 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $1,344,407 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $13,832 |
| Other employee benefits | $103,782 |
| Payroll taxes | $154,395 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $1,305 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $29,398 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $68,819 |
| Advertising and promotion | $31,172 |
| Office expenses | $31,788 |
| Information technology | $44,883 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $0 |
| Travel | $28,664 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $15,545 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $0 |
| Insurance | $17,286 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $2,472,828 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $3,168,852 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $1,835,332 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| 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 | $0 |
| 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 | $5,004,184 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $0 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $2,601,410 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $2,402,774 |
| 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 | $5,004,184 |