Nebraska Appleseed Center For Law In The Public Interest Inc
- Assets
- $9.4m
- Revenue
- $5.5m
- Investments
- $616.8k
- Employees
- 65
- Location
- Lincoln, NE
- Founding
- 12/1996
- Data as of
- 12/2021
- EIN
- 47-0798343
Organization Overview
Nebraska Appleseed Center For Law In The Public Interest Inc is located in Lincoln, NE. The organization was established in 1996. According to its NTEE Classification (I83) the organization is classified as: Public Interest Law, under the broad grouping of Crime & Legal-Related and related organizations. As of 12/2021, Nebraska Appleseed Center For Law In The Public Interest Inc employed 65 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Nebraska Appleseed Center For Law In The Public Interest 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, Nebraska Appleseed Center For Law In The Public Interest Inc generated $5.5m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 7 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 18.7% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $3.6m during the year ending 12/2021. While expenses have increased by 11.3% 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.
Since 2016, Nebraska Appleseed Center For Law In The Public Interest Inc has awarded 27 individual grants totaling $599,722. If you would like to learn more about the grant giving history of this organization, scroll down to the grant profile section of this page.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2021
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
NEBRASKA APPLESEED FIGHTS FOR JUSTICE AND OPPORTUNITY FOR ALL NEBRASKANS.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
ECONOMIC JUSTICE - BUILDING A NEBRASKA WHERE EVERYONE HAS A REAL CHANCE TO ACHIEVE THE AMERICAN DREAM. REMOVING BARRIERS TO ECONOMIC STABILITY AND CONNECTING PEOPLE IN POVERTY TO PROGRAMS AND RESOURCES THAT LEAD TO TRUE FINANCIAL INDEPENDENCE.
IMMIGRANTS & COMMUNITIES - PROMOTING STRONG, VIBRANT, INCLUSIVE AND ENGAGED COMMUNITIES BY REBUILDING OUR NATIONAL IMMIGRATION SYSTEM AND WORKING TO DEVELOP NEBRASKA COMMUNITIES WHERE PEOPLE FROM ALL BACKGROUNDS ARE MADE TO FEEL WELCOME.
CHILD WELWARE - CHAMPIONING A CHILD WELFARE SYSTEM TAHT PROVIDES SAFETY, STABILITY AND A STRONG FUTURE FOR NEBRASKA'S CHILDREN.
HEALTH CARE - ENSURING EQUAL ACCESS TO QUALITY, AFFORDABLE HEALTH CARE FOR ALL NEBRASKANS BY BUILDING A HEALTH CARE SYSTEM THAT WORKS FOR ALL AND NO ONE IS LEFT OUT.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Rebecca Gould Executive Director | Officer | 40 | $120,224 |
Arthur I Zygielbaum PHD Vice President | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Catherine Wilson President | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Josh Bartee Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Matthew Johnson Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Megan Wright Immediate Past President | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $38,995 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $0 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $5,435,756 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $3,500 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $5,474,751 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $23,570 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $6,793 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $25 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $5,523,330 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $317,705 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $10,000 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $137,807 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $32,455 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $2,095,600 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $367,048 |
| Payroll taxes | $164,502 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $1,198 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $20,103 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $103,202 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $38,887 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $114,713 |
| Travel | $22,557 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $9,669 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $14,410 |
| Insurance | $21,933 |
| All other expenses | $39,521 |
| Total functional expenses | $3,561,812 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $62,727 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $5,994,592 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $2,673,719 |
| 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 | $11,066 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $43,466 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $616,837 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $9,402,407 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $42,028 |
| Grants payable | $137,370 |
| 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 | $127,463 |
| Total liabilities | $306,861 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $4,508,125 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $4,587,421 |
| 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 | $9,402,407 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Nebraska Appleseed Center For Law In The Public Interest Inc has awarded $264,525 in support to 5 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
RAISE THE WAGE NEBRASKA PURPOSE: ECONOMIC JUSTICE ORGANIZING AND BALLOT INITIATIVE WORK | $148,000 |
NATIVE FUTURES PURPOSE: LOCAL ORGANIZING AND LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT | $37,925 |
Columbus, NE PURPOSE: LOCAL ORGANIZING AND LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT | $35,700 |
UNITY IN ACTION PURPOSE: LOCAL ORGANIZING AND LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT | $33,700 |
Scottsbluff, NE PURPOSE: LOCAL ORGANIZING AND LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT | $9,200 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 14 grants that Nebraska Appleseed Center For Law In The Public Interest Inc has recieved totaling $979,227.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Organization Name not Listed PURPOSE: ARKANSAS AND OKLAHOMA SUPPORT - MATCHING DONATION GRANTS | | $153,925 |
Civic Nebraska Lincoln, NE PURPOSE: CIVIC HEALTH | $149,088 |
Neo Philanthropy Inc New York, NY PURPOSE: Program Grant | $120,000 |
The Lozier Foundation Omaha, NE PURPOSE: GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | $100,000 |
National Health Law Program Inc Los Angeles, CA PURPOSE: HEALTH LAW PARTNERSHIP | $80,000 |
Jobs With Justice Education Fund Washington, DC PURPOSE: TO ADVANCE HEALTH AND SAFETY FOR WORKERS IN THE MEAT PROCESSING INDUSTRY | $75,000 |
Endowment Analysis
| Beg. Balance | $563,120 |
| Earnings | $73,891 |
| Net Contributions | $8,760 |
| Ending Balance | $645,771 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Western Resource Advocates Boulder, CO | $14,998,011 | $11,110,162 |
Nebraska Appleseed Center For Law In The Public Interest Inc Lincoln, NE | $9,402,407 | $5,523,330 |
East River Legal Services Corporation Sioux Falls, SD | $523,103 | $1,787,251 |
Landmark Legal Foundation Kansas City, MO | $5,315,439 | $1,675,376 |
Kansas Appleseed Center For Law And Justice Inc Lawrence, KS | $944,412 | $1,381,297 |
American Civil Liberties Union Of Missouri St Louis, MO | $1,256,576 | $749,911 |
Public Trust Institute Lakewood, CO | $8,802 | $350,100 |
Great Rivers Environmental Law Center Saint Louis, MO | $1,037,069 | $675,192 |
The Family Leader Inc Urbandale, IA | $1,409,211 | $333,953 |
Colorado Lawyers Committee Denver, CO | $647,299 | $510,247 |
Katalyst Denver, CO | $131,781 | $0 |
Nebraskans For Alternatives To The Death Penalty Foundation Inc Lincoln, NE | $45,058 | $0 |