Blind Service Association Inc
- Assets
- $12.0m
- Revenue
- $542.5k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 0
- Location
- Chicago, IL
- Founding
- 07/1942
- Data as of
- 04/2023
- EIN
- 36-2240484
Organization Overview
Blind Service Association Inc is located in Chicago, IL. The organization was established in 1942. 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. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Blind Service Association 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 04/2023, Blind Service Association Inc generated $542.5k in total revenue. This represents a relatively dramatic decline in revenue. Over the past 4 years, the organization has seen revenues fall by an average of (12.3%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $875.7k during the year ending 04/2023. 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
THE ORGANIZATION PROVIDES VARIOUS SERVICES AND ASSISTANCE TO THE BLIND AND VISUALLY IMPAIRED IN THE CHICAGO AREA. IT PROVIDES READING AND RECORDING SERVICES FREE OF CHARGE TO ITS CLIENTS, IN ADDITION TO A NUMBER OF OTHER SUCCESSFUL AND POPULAR EDUCATION, RECREATIONAL AND SUPPORT GROUPS.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
READING AND RECORDING:THE PURPOSE OF THE PROGRAM IS TO PROVIDE ONE-ON-ONE READING AND RECORDING OF MATERIAL SO THAT BLIND AND VISUALLY IMPAIRED PEOPLE ARE ABLE TO MAINTAIN THEIR INDEPENDENCE WHETHER AT SCHOOL, ON THE JOB OR IN THEIR HOME.
READING AND RECORDING:THE PURPOSE OF THE PROGRAM IS TO PROVIDE ONE-ON-ONE READING AND RECORDING OF MATERIAL SO THAT BLIND AND VISUALLY IMPAIRED PEOPLE ARE ABLE TO MAINTAIN THEIR INDEPENDENCE WHETHER AT SCHOOL, ON THE JOB OR IN THEIR HOME.
PATHWAYS (YOUTH PROGRAM):THE PURPOSE OF THE PROGRAM IS TO PROVIDE VISUALLY IMPAIRED AND BLIND STUDENTS WITH MENTORING, ACADEMIC TRACK COACHING, COLLEGE READINESS, COMPUTER TRAINING, A QUARTERLY NEWSLETTER AND A 6-WEEK SUMMER PROGRAM CALLED PATHWAYS. THE PURPOSE OF PATHWAYS IS TO PROMOTE INDEPENDENCE AS THESE YOUNG PEOPLE REACH ADULTHOOD. THEY ARE TAUGHT DAILY LIVING SKILLS, PARTICIPATE IN RECREATIONAL AND PERFORMING ARTS ACTIVITIES AND LEARN CANE TRAVEL AS THEY VISIT VARIOUS CULTURAL SITES IN THE CITY. BSA ALSO PROVIDES GLASSES AND VISION AIDS TO THOSE IN NEED AND GRANTS $30,000 YEARLY IN EDUCATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS TO LEGALLY BLIND COLLEGE, GRADUATE AND VOCATIONAL STUDENTS.
PATHWAYS (YOUTH PROGRAM):THE PURPOSE OF THE PROGRAM IS TO PROVIDE VISUALLY IMPAIRED AND BLIND STUDENTS WITH MENTORING, ACADEMIC TRACK COACHING, COLLEGE READINESS, COMPUTER TRAINING, A QUARTERLY NEWSLETTER AND A 6-WEEK SUMMER PROGRAM CALLED PATHWAYS. THE PURPOSE OF PATHWAYS IS TO PROMOTE INDEPENDENCE AS THESE YOUNG PEOPLE REACH ADULTHOOD. THEY ARE TAUGHT DAILY LIVING SKILLS, PARTICIPATE IN RECREATIONAL AND PERFORMING ARTS ACTIVITIES AND LEARN CANE TRAVEL AS THEY VISIT VARIOUS CULTURAL SITES IN THE CITY. BSA ALSO PROVIDES GLASSES AND VISION AIDS TO THOSE IN NEED AND GRANTS $30,000 YEARLY IN EDUCATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS TO LEGALLY BLIND COLLEGE, GRADUATE AND VOCATIONAL STUDENTS.
SUPPORT SERVICES:THE PURPOSE OF THE PROGRAM IS TO PROVIDE EDUCATION, RECREATION AND SUPPORT TO BLIND AND VISUALLY IMPAIRED ADULTS. THERE ARE FOUR SEPARATE SUPPORT GROUPS THAT INDIVIDUALS ATTEND ON A MONTHLY BASIS. THE PURPOSE IS TO OFFER SUPPORT TO THOSE WHO ARE TRYING TO ADJUST TO THEIR EYE CONDITION. EDUCATIONAL SEMINARS ARE HELD ONE TO TWO TIMES PER MONTH IN ORDER TO OFFER INFORMATION TO HELP BLIND AND VISUALLY IMPAIRED PEOPLE BETTER ADAPT TO THEIR CONDITION. IN ADDITION, BSA SUPPORTS THEIR CLIENTS WITH VARIOUS CLUBS AND SOCIAL EVENTS THAT HELP THEM TO REMAIN ACTIVE. BSA ALSO PROVIDES INDIVIDUAL PRIVATE BRAILLE LESSONS AND ADAPTIVE TECHNOLOGY SUPPORT.
SUPPORT SERVICES:THE PURPOSE OF THE PROGRAM IS TO PROVIDE EDUCATION, RECREATION AND SUPPORT TO BLIND AND VISUALLY IMPAIRED ADULTS. THERE ARE FOUR SEPARATE SUPPORT GROUPS THAT INDIVIDUALS ATTEND ON A MONTHLY BASIS. THE PURPOSE IS TO OFFER SUPPORT TO THOSE WHO ARE TRYING TO ADJUST TO THEIR EYE CONDITION. EDUCATIONAL SEMINARS ARE HELD ONE TO TWO TIMES PER MONTH IN ORDER TO OFFER INFORMATION TO HELP BLIND AND VISUALLY IMPAIRED PEOPLE BETTER ADAPT TO THEIR CONDITION. IN ADDITION, BSA SUPPORTS THEIR CLIENTS WITH VARIOUS CLUBS AND SOCIAL EVENTS THAT HELP THEM TO REMAIN ACTIVE. BSA ALSO PROVIDES INDIVIDUAL PRIVATE BRAILLE LESSONS AND ADAPTIVE TECHNOLOGY SUPPORT.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Lyle Hamrick Harlow President | OfficerTrustee | 5 | $0 |
John P Casey Vice President | OfficerTrustee | 5 | $0 |
Thomas J Loftus Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 5 | $0 |
John Powen Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 5 | $0 |
Dr Matthew Gifford Director | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Joel Matter Director | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $0 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $180,817 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $180,817 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $252,826 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $91,080 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $542,514 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $26,500 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $86,529 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $86,529 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $172,115 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $8,925 |
| Other employee benefits | $39,171 |
| Payroll taxes | $14,095 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $26,142 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $25,357 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $58,327 |
| Fees for services: Other | $83,303 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $22,158 |
| Information technology | $38,137 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $179,612 |
| Travel | $4,947 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $486 |
| Insurance | $10,461 |
| All other expenses | $5,790 |
| Total functional expenses | $875,736 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $116,216 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $188,755 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $6,492 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $3,362 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $8,338 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $9,157 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $11,032,405 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $639,108 |
| Total assets | $12,003,833 |
| 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 | $706,928 |
| Total liabilities | $706,928 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $5,780,108 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $5,516,797 |
| 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 | $12,003,833 |