Disability Rights Wisconsin Inc
- Assets
- $1.2m
- Revenue
- $6.4m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 86
- Location
- Madison, WI
- Founding
- 03/1984
- Data as of
- 09/2021
- EIN
- 39-1279037
Organization Overview
Disability Rights Wisconsin Inc is located in Madison, WI. The organization was established in 1984. According to its NTEE Classification (R23) the organization is classified as: Disabled Persons Rights, under the broad grouping of Civil Rights, Social Action & Advocacy and related organizations. As of 09/2021, Disability Rights Wisconsin Inc employed 86 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Disability Rights Wisconsin 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 09/2021, Disability Rights Wisconsin Inc generated $6.4m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 6 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 3.6% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $6.3m during the year ending 09/2021. While expenses have increased by 3.3% per year over the past 6 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
LEGAL PROTECTION AND ADVOCACY TO PROTECT THE RIGHTS OF PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES IN WISCONSIN.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
THE FAMILY CARE AND IRIS OMBUDSMAN PROGRAM (FCIOP): PROVIDES ADVOCACY TO ADULTS UNDER AGE 60 ENROLLED IN WISCONSIN'S LONG-TERM CARE PROGRAMS. THE STATE OF WISCONSIN CONTRACT WITH DRW TO PROVIDE PARTICIPANTS WITH AND INDEPENDENT ADVOCATE.
LEGAL PROTECTION AND ADVOCACY (P&A) SYSTEM: EMPLOYS LEGAL MEANS TO PROTECT THE PERSONAL AND CIVIL RIGHTS OF PERSONS WITH INTELLECTUAL/DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES, PHYSICAL DISABILITIES, SENSORY IMPAIRMENTS, AND MENTAL ILLNESS. INDIVIDUAL ADVOCACY SERVICES INCLUDE INFO AND REFERRAL, GUIDANCE IN SELF-ADVOCACY, INVESTIGATION, NEGOTIATION, MEDIATION, OR REPRESENTATION IN LEGAL PROCEEDINGS. THE P&A WORKS TO CREATE POSITIVE SYSTEMIC CHANGES IN PROGRAMS AND POLICIES AFFECTING PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES. THE P&A OFFERS TRAINING ON A VARIETY OF DISABILITY RELATED TOPICS TO INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES, FAMILY MEMBERS, AND PROFESSIONALS.
DISABILITY BENEFIT SPECIALISTS (DBS): DBS LOCATED IN EACH COUNTRY AND SERVING TRIBAL NATIONS THROUGHOUT WI HELP PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES AGE 18-59 TO UNDERSTAND AND ACCESS PUBLIC AND PRIVATE BENEFITS. DBS'S WORK WITH PEOPLE TO AVOID COMMON ERRORS BY EXPLAIN BENEFITS ELIGIBILITY, APPEAL OPTIONS, AND DEADLINES, FILLING OUT PAPERWORK, GATHERING DOCUMENTS, AND SUPPORTING LEGAL REPRESENTATION FOR THOSE WHO REQUIRE A HEARING. DRW'S DBS ATTORNEY SUPPORT PROVIDES ONGOING TRAINING, TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE, AND CASE OVERSIGHT TO ALL DBS'S.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Lea Kitz Executive Director | Officer | 40 | $95,824 |
Amy Gallagher Finance Director | Officer | 40 | $95,431 |
Delores Sallis Board Member | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
James Powell Vice President | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Pearl Fessenden Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Theresa Zenchenko Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $4,062,932 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $302,286 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $4,365,218 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $2,033,497 |
| Investment income | $188 |
| 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 | $6,448,228 |
| 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. | $205,417 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $32,753 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $3,733,573 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $167,170 |
| Other employee benefits | $972,107 |
| Payroll taxes | $299,393 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $1,705 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $23,985 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $159,633 |
| Advertising and promotion | $19,099 |
| Office expenses | $104,011 |
| Information technology | $164,494 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $344,574 |
| Travel | $16,489 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $1,532 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $1,185 |
| Insurance | $27,534 |
| All other expenses | $4,092 |
| Total functional expenses | $6,306,151 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $113,030 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $44,006 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $608,757 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $302,796 |
| 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 | $145,081 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $5,598 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $1,219,268 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $327,673 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $62,874 |
| 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 | $125,000 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $68,288 |
| Total liabilities | $583,835 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $522,384 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $113,049 |
| 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 | $1,219,268 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 5 grants that Disability Rights Wisconsin Inc has recieved totaling $198,921.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Wisconsin Trust Account Foundation Madison, WI PURPOSE: DIRECT CIVIL LEGAL SERVICES/FOUNDATION GRANT | $123,014 |
Employment Resources Incorporated Madison, WI PURPOSE: WISCONSIN DISABILITY BENEFITS NETWORK PROGRAM | $39,996 |
New Venture Fund Washington, DC PURPOSE: CIVIL RIGHTS, SOCIAL ACTION, ADVOCACY | $20,500 |
Community Shares Of Wisconsin Inc Madison, WI PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $15,126 |
Amazonsmile Foundation Seattle, WA PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $285 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Equip For Equality Inc Chicago, IL | $3,722,493 | $7,145,810 |
Disability Rights Wisconsin Inc Madison, WI | $1,219,268 | $6,448,228 |
Michigan Disability Rights Coalition East Lansing, MI | $1,750,004 | $3,586,118 |
Disability Network Flint, MI | $614,947 | $2,098,029 |
Illinois Disability Association Chicago, IL | $2,621,525 | $798,917 |
Access For Special Kids Resource Center Inc Johnston, IA | $406,499 | $607,000 |
Minnesota Community Of African People With Disabilities Minneapolis, MN | $0 | $437,839 |
Institute On Public Policy For People With Disabilities Chicago, IL | $234,917 | $304,376 |
Association For The Rights Of Citizens With Handicaps Inc Waukesha, WI | $412,486 | $194,003 |
Iowa Statewide Independent Living Council Silc Amana, IA | $8,275 | $0 |
Drm Supporting Corp Lansing, MI | $2,191,531 | $265,063 |
Arc Advocacy & Resource Center Holland, MI | $56,620 | $0 |