The Chicago Lighthouse For People Who Are Blind Or Visually Impaired
- Assets
- $42.9m
- Revenue
- $39.7m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 911
- Location
- Chicago, IL
- Founding
- 10/1933
- Data as of
- 06/2023
- EIN
- 36-2169139
Organization Overview
The Chicago Lighthouse For People Who Are Blind Or Visually Impaired is located in Chicago, IL. The organization was established in 1933. According to its NTEE Classification (P86) the organization is classified as: Blind & Visually Impaired Centers, under the broad grouping of Human Services and related organizations. As of 06/2023, Chicago Lighthouse For People Who Are Blind Or Visually Impaired employed 911 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Chicago Lighthouse For People Who Are Blind Or Visually Impaired 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 06/2023, Chicago Lighthouse For People Who Are Blind Or Visually Impaired generated $39.7m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 8 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 2.3% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $39.6m during the year ending 06/2023. While expenses have increased by 1.9% 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
990T
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990T Filing
TAX YEAR
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
THE CHICAGO LIGHTHOUSE STRIVES TO PROVIDE QUALITY EDUCATIONAL, CLINICAL, (CONTINUED IN SCHEDULE O) REHABILITATION AND VOCATIONAL SERVICES TO PEOPLE WHO ARE BLIND, VISUALLY IMPAIRED, MULTI-DISABLED OR VETERANS.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
CUSTOMER SERVICE CENTER OPERATIONS INCLUDE PROVIDING CUSTOMER SERVICE JOBS FOR CONTRACTS WITH BOTH PRIVATE COMPANIES AND STATE AGENCIES, AND THE ASSESSMENT AND TRAINING PROGRAMS TO ASSIST POTENTIAL EMPLOYEES IN GAINING THE SKILLS NECESSARY FOR EMPLOYMENT IN THIS AREA.
THE INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS CENTER FOR THE STATE OF ILLINOIS IS ADMINISTERED BY THE CHICAGO LIGHTHOUSE AND FUNDED THROUGH THE ILLINOIS STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION. THIS PROGRAM ALSO RECEIVES AN IN-KIND GRANT FROM THE AMERICAN PRINTING HOUSE FOR THE BLIND. INDEPENDENT LIVING SERVICES INCLUDE PROGRAMS WHICH ARE DESIGNED TO MAXIMIZE INDEPENDENT LIVING FUNCTIONS IN THE HOME, WORKPLACE AND COMMUNITY AT LARGE. LIGHTHOUSE EMPLOYMENT SERVICES/VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION PROGRAMS PROVIDE ASSISTANCE TO PEOPLE WHO ARE BLIND OR VISUALLY IMPAIRED AS THEY PREPARE FOR AND SECURE EMPLOYMENT.THE FORSYTHE ENTREPRENEURIAL CENTER PROVIDES BUSINESS STARTUP EDUCATIONAL WORKSHOPS AND CERTIFICATION PROGRAMS FOR PEOPLE WHO ARE BLIND OR VISUALLY IMPAIRED WHO WANT TO TURN THEIR PRODUCT OR SERVICE IDEA INTO A REAL BUSINESS.
VISION REHABILITATION AND RESEARCH: THE SANDY AND RICK FORSYTHE CENTER FOR COMPREHENSIVE VISION CARE, THE BERGMAN INSTITUTE FOR PSYCHOLOGICAL SUPPORT, AS WELL AS THE PANGERE PARTNERSHIP FOR INHERITED RETINAL DISEASES, PROVIDE COMPREHENSIVE DIAGNOSTIC, REHABILITATIVE, CLINICAL, PSYCHOLOGICAL, OPTOMETRIC AND OPHTHALMOLOGICAL SERVICES, AS WELL AS RESEARCH, IN THE FIELD OF LOW VISION AND BLINDNESS. SERVICES ARE PROVIDED TO PATIENTS OF ALL AGES AT THE LIGHTHOUSE AND AT A NUMBER OF SATELLITE LOCATIONS WITHIN THE CHICAGO LAND AREA. DOCTORS AND THERAPISTS ARE SPECIFICALLY TRAINED IN THE FIELD OF LOW VISION.
PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN AND YOUTH INCLUDE: THE EARLY INTERVENTION PROGRAM, THE CHILDREN'S DEVELOPMENT CENTER, AND THE YOUTH TRANSITIONS PROGRAM, ALL OF WHICH, TOGETHER, PROVIDE SERVICES AND/OR OPPORTUNITIES TO CHILDREN AND TEENS, WHO ARE MULTI-DISABLED, AND/OR VISUALLY IMPAIRED OR BLIND, FROM BIRTH THROUGH YOUNG ADULTHOOD, AS WELL AS TO THEIR FAMILIES.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Szlyk Janet P President & CEO | OfficerTrustee | 32 | $477,197 |
Clarke Robert Chairman | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Jepson Edward Vice Chairman | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Rich Gary Past Chairman | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Grossinger Caroline Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Raske John Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Presidio Networked Solutions Group Llc Digital Solutions | 6/29/23 | $3,140,140 |
Carexm Sub C Call Center | 6/29/23 | $600,039 |
Blindsight Delaware Enterprises Inc Sub C Call Center | 6/29/23 | $512,243 |
Davis Staffing Inc Staffing Agency | 6/29/23 | $296,003 |
Perkins Coie Llp Legal | 6/29/23 | $261,413 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $2,986 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $639,014 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $2,586,951 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $8,747,836 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $1,242,743 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $11,976,787 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $27,432,080 |
| Investment income | $561,480 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | -$159,018 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | -$127,962 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | -$34,877 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | -$69,434 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $39,685,093 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $980,401 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $33,735 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $1,021,918 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $633,186 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $23,333,914 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $615,433 |
| Other employee benefits | $2,401,947 |
| Payroll taxes | $1,768,805 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $128,400 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $185,695 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $101,255 |
| Fees for services: Other | $2,252,377 |
| Advertising and promotion | $62,427 |
| Office expenses | $1,141,697 |
| Information technology | $571,181 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $570,248 |
| Travel | $48,273 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $22,752 |
| Interest | $255,608 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $1,246,415 |
| Insurance | $307,366 |
| All other expenses | $540,205 |
| Total functional expenses | $39,601,686 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $1,923,441 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $7,639,476 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $3,455,709 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $99,759 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $434,596 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $8,226,084 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $20,513,036 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $641,935 |
| Total assets | $42,934,036 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $2,978,826 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $102,010 |
| 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 | $4,768,707 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $0 |
| Total liabilities | $7,849,543 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $22,398,460 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $12,686,033 |
| 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 | $42,934,036 |