Legal Services For Children Inc
- Assets
- $4.0m
- Revenue
- $3.4m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 35
- Location
- San Francisco, CA
- Founding
- 12/1975
- Data as of
- 06/2022
- EIN
- 51-0169463
Organization Overview
Legal Services For Children Inc is located in San Francisco, CA. The organization was established in 1975. As of 06/2022, Legal Services For Children Inc employed 35 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Legal Services For Children 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 06/2022, Legal Services For Children Inc generated $3.4m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 7 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 3.6% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $3.0m during the year ending 06/2022. While expenses have increased by 5.4% 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
2022
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
LEGAL SERVICES FOR CHILDREN ("LSC") PROVIDES FREE REPRESENTATION TO CHILDREN AND YOUTH WHO REQUIRE LEGAL ASSISTANCE TO STABILIZE THEIR LIVES AND REALIZE THEIR FULL POTENTIAL. THROUGH A HOLISTIC TEAM APPROACH UTILIZING LEGAL ADVOCACY AND SOCIAL WORK SERVICES, OUR GOAL IS TO EMPOWER CLIENTS AND ACTIVELY INVOLVE THEM IN THE CRITICAL DECISIONS THAT IMPACT THEIR LIVES. LCS USES THIS MODEL TO ACHIEVE SAFETY, STABILITY, EDUCATIONAL SUCCESS AND FREEDOM FROM DETENTION AND FREEDOM FROM DEPORTATION FOR OUR CLIENTS. IN THE 2021-2022 FISCAL YEAR LSC REPRESENTED 620 CHILDREN AND YOUTH IN THEIR LEGAL CASES.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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FREEDOM FROM DEPORTATION: IMMIGRATION. CLIENTS SERVED. WE BELIEVE THAT CHILDREN AND YOUTH CANNOT REACH THEIR FULL POTENTIAL IF THEY LIVE IN FEAR OF DEPORTATION. LSC REPRESENTS CHILDREN IN IMMIGRATION CASES TO ENSURE THAT THEY CAN REMAIN IN A SAFE PLACE WITH ACCESS TO OPPORTUNITY. DURING FY 2021-2022, LSC PROVIDED FULL-SCOPE LEGAL REPRESENTATION BY AN IN-HOUSE OR PRO BONO ATTORNEY IN 432 IMMIGRATION CASES AND PROVIDED SCREENINGS, KNOW YOUR RIGHTS EDUCATION, ADVOCACY, AND SOCIAL WORK SUPPORT TO 347 YOUNG PEOPLE BEING HELD IN ORR DETENTION.
SAFETY AND STABILITY AT HOME: GUARDIANSHIP AND DEPENDENCY. CLIENTS SERVED. WE BELIEVE ALL CHILDREN DESERVE SAFE AND STABLE HOMES WHERE THEY HAVE ACCESS TO EDUCATION AND HEALTH OPPORTUNITIES. LSC REPRESENTS CHILDREN IN GUARDIANSHIP AND FOSTER CARE CASES TO ENSURE THAT THEY HAVE THE STABILITY THEY NEED TO THRIVE. DURING FY 2021-2022, LSC REPRESENTED YOUTH IN 86 PROBATE GUARDIANSHIP CASES AND 85 CHILDREN IN FOSTER CARE.
ACCESS TO EDUCATION: EDUCATIONAL ADVOCACYCLIENTS SERVED. WE BELIEVE THAT SCHOOL DISCIPLINE IS A MAJOR DRIVING FORCE IN THE INEQUITABLE EDUCATIONAL OUTCOMES FACED BY LOW INCOME CHILDREN AND CHILDREN OF COLOR. LSC REPRESENTS BAY AREA STUDENTS IN EXPULSION HEARINGS TO ENSURE ACCESS TO EDUCATION AND TO WORK AGAINST EDUCATIONAL INEQUITY. DURING FY 2021-2022, LSC PROVIDED DIRECT LEGAL REPRESENTATION IN 12 EDUCATION CASES FOR YOUTH FACING SCHOOL EXPULSION IN SAN FRANCISCO, SAN MATEO, SOLANO, ALAMEDA AND CONTRA COSTA COUNTIES.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Abigail Trillin Former Executive Director | 40 | $115,929 | |
Ronald Gutierrez Interim Ed | 40 | $108,408 | |
Ann Alpers Chair | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Mikiko Huang MD Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 0.5 | $0 |
Kim A Thompson Vice Chair | OfficerTrustee | 0.5 | $0 |
Suzanne Stuckwisch Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 0.5 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $303,875 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $1,847,603 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $1,146,808 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $3,298,286 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $27,247 |
| Investment income | $96,578 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | -$19,197 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $3,402,914 |
| 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. | $115,929 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $11,593 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $2,021,790 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $50,000 |
| Other employee benefits | $226,977 |
| Payroll taxes | $163,353 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $0 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $186,485 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $17,861 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $70,133 |
| Travel | $9,637 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $5,223 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $1,311 |
| Insurance | $25,488 |
| All other expenses | $37,923 |
| Total functional expenses | $3,028,283 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $1,802,464 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $582,383 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $57,752 |
| 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 | $61,843 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $0 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $1,334,853 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $123,220 |
| Total assets | $3,962,515 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $171,265 |
| 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 | $17,947 |
| Total liabilities | $189,212 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $3,029,550 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $743,753 |
| 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 | $3,962,515 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Legal Services For Children Inc has awarded $64,000 in support to 4 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
KIDS IN NEED OF DEFENSE | | | $20,000 |
KIDS IN NEED OF DEFENSE | | | $20,000 |
Los Angeles, CA | | $12,000 |
Los Angeles, CA | | $12,000 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 20 grants that Legal Services For Children Inc has recieved totaling $1,009,285.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Grantmakers Concerned With Immigrants And Refugees Petaluma, CA PURPOSE: PROGRAM SUPPORT | $250,000 |
Immigrant Legal Resource Center San Francisco, CA PURPOSE: SUPPORT OF PROGRAM ACTIVITIES | $165,500 |
Horace W Goldsmith Foundation New York, NY PURPOSE: GENERAL OPERATIONS | $125,000 |
Bernard E & Alba Witkin Charitable Foundation Berkeley, CA PURPOSE: LAW SCHOOL PRACTICUM AND INTERN PROGRAM | $110,000 |
Egg Foundation San Francisco, CA PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $100,000 |
The Zellerbach Family Foundation San Francisco, CA PURPOSE: GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | $55,000 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Salt Lake Legal Defender Association Salt Lake City, UT | $36,357,529 | $22,046,436 |
Washington Association Of Sheriffs And Police Chiefs Lacey, WA | $9,315,530 | $19,382,891 |
Neighborhood Legal Services Of Los Angeles County Glendale, CA | $15,484,574 | $19,079,887 |
Futures Without Violence San Francisco, CA | $78,282,688 | $17,427,941 |
California Rural Legal Assistance Inc Oakland, CA | $14,600,496 | $20,882,280 |
Community Firm Denver, CO | $6,715,849 | $18,879,836 |
San Mateo County Bar Association Redwood City, CA | $12,601,910 | $18,917,889 |
Legal Aid Society Of San Diego San Diego, CA | $15,145,816 | $17,326,996 |
Metropolitan Public Defender Service Inc Portland, OR | $8,044,816 | $18,356,669 |
National Law Enforcement Telecommunications Systems Inc Phoenix, AZ | $28,200,414 | $15,616,683 |
Inner City Law Center Los Angeles, CA | $17,738,196 | $17,206,542 |
San Joaquin County Child Abuse Prevention Council Stockton, CA | $6,373,589 | $16,827,116 |