Blindness-Learning In New Dimensions Inc
- Assets
- $1.4m
- Revenue
- $1.6m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 22
- Location
- Minneapolis, MN
- Founding
- 07/1987
- Data as of
- 12/2021
- EIN
- 36-3518140
Organization Overview
Blindness-Learning In New Dimensions Inc, operating under the name Blind Inc, is located in Minneapolis, MN. The organization was established in 1987. According to its NTEE Classification (G41) the organization is classified as: Eye Diseases, Blindness & Vision Impairments, under the broad grouping of Voluntary Health Associations & Medical Disciplines and related organizations. As of 12/2021, Blind Inc employed 22 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Blind 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, Blind Inc generated $1.6m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 7 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 3.2% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $1.3m during the year ending 12/2021. While expenses have increased by 1.9% 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
REHABILITATION TRAINING IN VOCATIONAL AND PERSONAL LIVING SKILLS.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
ADJUSTMENT TO BLINDNESS IS GEARED TOWARD ADULTS WHO WANT TO GAIN THE SKILLS AND CONFIDENCE THEY NEED TO CONTINUE IN THEIR PRESENT LINE OF WORK, CONTINUE THEIR EDUCATION, OR BEGIN A NEW CAREER.
RESIDENTIAL TRAINING, AN OPTION FOR PERSONS ENROLLED FULL TIME IN THE ADJUSTMENT TO BLINDNESS AND POST-SECONDARY READINESS & EMPOWERMENT (PREP) PROGRAMS, PROVIDES EXPERIENCE LIVING INDEPENDENTLY, PEER SUPPORT, AND ON-SITE TRAINING IN HOME MANAGEMENT SKILLS.
THE BUDDY PROGRAM TEACHES CHILDREN AGES 9 TO 13 THAT BEING BLIND IS OK AND THEY CAN HAVE AS MUCH FUN AS ANYBODY ELSE. PREP IS A SUMMER PROGRAM BENEFITING HIGH SCHOOL AND COLLEGE STUDENTS. IT TEACHES TEENAGERS TO LEARN THE SKILLS THEY NEED TO KEEP UP WITH THEIR PEERS AND PREPARES THEM TO ATTEND COLLEGE OR JOIN THE WORKFORCE. TRANSITION: EMPLOYMENT, ADVOCACY, MENTORING AND SKILLS (TEAMS) IS A TRANSITION PROGRAM FOR BLIND HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS AGES 14 TO 21. IT PROVIDES STUDENTS WITH INSTRUCTION IN THE SKILLS OF BLINDNESS TO ENABLE THEM TO REACH THEIR PERSONAL, ACADEMIC AND SCHOLASTIC GOALS. STUDENTS WORK WITH SUCCESSFUL BLIND, ADULT ROLE MODELS WHILE INTERACTING WITH BLIND PEERS IN EDUCATIONAL, RECREATIONAL AND SOCIAL SETTINGS. THE TRANSITION TRAIL OUTREACH PROGRAM IS DESIGNED TO REACH STUDENTS AND FAMILIES WHO RESIDE OUTSIDE THE METRO AREA BY BRINGING TRANSITION THEMED PROGRAMMING TO DIFFERENT AREAS IN THE STATE. STUDENTS, FAMILIES AND PROFESSIONALS ARE WELCOME TO JOIN OUR MOBILE LEARNING COMMUNITY AS WE PROVIDE HANDS-ON TRANSITION INSTRUCTION AND ACTIVITIES DESIGNED TO INCREASE STUDENT INDEPENDENCE AND ENHANCE SELF-CONFIDENCE.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Jennifer Kennedy Executive Director | Officer | 40 | $64,821 |
Jennifer Dunnam President | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Ryan Strunk Vice-President | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Candice Chapman Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Kathryn Webster Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Kimsan T Rupp Board Member | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $236,835 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $111,146 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $347,981 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $1,269,422 |
| Investment income | $3,370 |
| 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 | $1,622,923 |
| 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. | $76,046 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $4,431 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $492,051 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $48,740 |
| Payroll taxes | $41,527 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $47,900 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $13,777 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $22,494 |
| Advertising and promotion | $1,203 |
| Office expenses | $52,146 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $291,864 |
| Travel | $46,488 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 |
| Interest | $1,636 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $73,421 |
| Insurance | $27,405 |
| All other expenses | $10,106 |
| Total functional expenses | $1,307,677 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $608,951 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $108,286 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $151,792 |
| 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 | $51,445 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $445,420 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $13,657 |
| Total assets | $1,379,551 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $54,338 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $480 |
| 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 | $54,818 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $1,297,750 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $26,983 |
| 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 | $1,379,551 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 2 grants that Blindness-Learning In New Dimensions Inc has recieved totaling $20,195.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Otto Bremer Trust St Paul, MN PURPOSE: GENERAL OPERATIONS | $20,000 |
Amazonsmile Foundation Seattle, WA PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $195 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Beyond Vision Inc Milwaukee, WI | $23,591,708 | $9,394,034 |
Vision Forward Association Incorporated Milwaukee, WI | $6,770,094 | $2,817,896 |
Duluth Lighthouse For The Blind Inc Duluth, MN | $1,822,072 | $1,499,575 |
Blindness-Learning In New Dimensions Inc Minneapolis, MN | $1,379,551 | $1,622,923 |
Iowa Optometric Association West Des Moines, IA | $3,760,263 | $1,289,293 |
Wisconsin Council Of The Blind & Visually Impaired Inc Madison, WI | $11,120,842 | $1,458,735 |
National Society To Prevent Blindness Milwaukee, WI | $1,000,091 | $878,132 |
Childrens Eye Foundation Roseville, MN | $2,723,556 | $1,418,550 |
Combat Blindness International Inc Madison, WI | $700,105 | $815,137 |
American Council Of The Blind Enterprises And Services Inc Brooklyn Center, MN | $221,780 | $1,106,698 |
Wisconsin Optometric Asociation Madison, WI | $1,750,914 | $749,977 |
Heart Of America Contact Lens Society Inc Creston, IA | $410,073 | $647,803 |