Disability Rights Maryland Inc
- Assets
- $2.4m
- Revenue
- $4.2m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 44
- Location
- Baltimore, MD
- Founding
- 12/1977
- Data as of
- 09/2021
- EIN
- 51-0215570
Organization Overview
Disability Rights Maryland Inc, operating under the name Maryland Disability Law Centerinc, is located in Baltimore, MD. The organization was established in 1977. According to its NTEE Classification (I80) the organization is classified as: Legal Services, under the broad grouping of Crime & Legal-Related and related organizations. As of 09/2021, Maryland Disability Law Centerinc employed 44 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Maryland Disability Law Centerinc 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, Maryland Disability Law Centerinc generated $4.2m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 6 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 5.8% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $3.5m during the year ending 09/2021. While expenses have increased by 4.7% 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
DRM ADVANCES THE HUMAN AND LEGAL RIGHTS OF PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES, HELPING SECURE THEIR OPPORTUNITIES TO PARTICIPATE FULLY IN COMMUNITY LIFE, AND DEFENDING THEIR RIGHTS TO SELF-DETERMINATION, DIGNITY, AND EQUALITY.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
DURING THE PAST YEAR, DRM SUCCESSFULLY ASSISTED PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES IN EXPANDING OPPORTUNITIES TO PARTICIPATE FULLY IN ALL ASPECTS OF COMMUNITY LIFE, AND DEFENDING RIGHTS TO SELF-DETERMINATION, DIGNITY, EQUALITY, CHOICE AND FREEDOM FROM ABUSE AND NEGLECT. OUR ADVOCACY ENSURES THAT PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES RECEIVE NEEDED SERVICES AND SUPPORTS, SUCH AS ACCESS TO HEALTH CARE, EDUCATION, HOUSING AND TRANSPORTATION. SPECIFIC ACCOMPLISHMENTS INCLUDE: 20,000 DEAF AND HARD OF HEARING INDIVIDUALS HAVE EQUAL ACCESS TO BALTIMORE CHARMTV RESULTING FROM DRMS AGREEMENT WITH BALTIMORE CITY TO USE CLOSED CAPTIONING AND AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE (ASL) INTERPRETATION IN ALL BROADCASTS; 2,000 STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES ARE NOW ELIGIBLE FOR COMPENSATORY EDUCATION FOR SERVICES NOT RECEIVED DURING REMOTE LEARNING AS A RESULT OF DRMS COMPLAINT TO THE MARYLAND STATE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION (MSDE); 30,000 PEOPLE WITH DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES BENEFITED FROM DRMS ENFORCEMENT OF STATE MANDATED PRIORITY FOR THE COVID-19 VACCINE; REVISIONS IN STATE AGENCIES AND RESIDENTIAL TREATMENT CENTERS FOR YOUTH (RTCS) TO PRACTICES TO DECREASE RESTRAINTS AND SECLUSION OF CHILDREN AND YOUTH AND LESSEN THE INCIDENCE OF SERIOUS INJURIES HAPPENING DURING RESTRAINT OR SECLUSION.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Robin Murphy Executive Dir. | Officer | 54.5 | $141,818 |
Lauren Young Dir. Of Litigation | 49.5 | $113,502 | |
Archie Reed Former Director Of Finance | 38.7 | $89,574 | |
Philisa Rogers Interim Dir Fin | Officer | 38.5 | $68,297 |
Jamar S Mancano Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Laurie Wasserman Vice President | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $42,969 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $3,728,802 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $373,194 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $4,144,965 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $18,487 |
| Investment income | $5,727 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | -$3,026 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | -$9,459 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $4,156,694 |
| 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. | $237,082 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $228,982 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $2,052,674 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $96,215 |
| Other employee benefits | $301,075 |
| Payroll taxes | $167,489 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $4,310 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $17,500 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $217,105 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $4,167 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $229,512 |
| Travel | $1,593 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $8,756 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $22,105 |
| Insurance | $19,087 |
| All other expenses | $3,700 |
| Total functional expenses | $3,483,497 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $165,128 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $1,792,937 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $375,135 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $3,575 |
| 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 | $16,996 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $52,843 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $2,406,614 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $366,110 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $24,584 |
| 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 | $390,694 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $1,903,347 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $112,573 |
| 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 | $2,406,614 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 8 grants that Disability Rights Maryland Inc has recieved totaling $1,209,628.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Maryland Legal Services Corp Baltimore, MD PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $948,316 |
Foundation To Promote Open Society New York, NY PURPOSE: TO PROVIDE GENERAL SUPPORT | $100,000 |
The Morton K And Jane Blaustein Foundation Inc Baltimore, MD PURPOSE: RENEWED SUPPORT TO EXPAND LEGAL SERVICES AND ADVOCACY TO THE DISPROPORTIONATE NUMBER OF STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES INVOLVED IN THE SCHOOL DISCIPLINE PROCESS | $75,000 |
Foundation To Promote Open Society New York, NY PURPOSE: TO CONVENE CONSUMERS AND ADVOCATES TO CREATE EQUITY AND JUSTICE IN PUBLIC BEHAVIORAL HEALTH CARE THROUGH EDUCATION, COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT, AND POLICY REFORM | $50,000 |
Venable Baetjer And Howard Foundation Baltimore, MD PURPOSE: GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | $20,000 |
The Zanvyl And Isabelle Krieger Fund Inc Baltimore, MD PURPOSE: OPERATING SUPPORT | $10,000 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Community Legal Services Inc Philadelphia, PA | $20,694,601 | $20,774,549 |
Legal Services Corporation Of Virginia Richmond, VA | $10,646,853 | $14,922,389 |
Legal Aid Of West Virginia Inc Charleston, WV | $8,085,231 | $13,007,034 |
Legal Aid Society Of The District Of Columbia Washington, DC | $11,128,950 | $10,485,553 |
Childrens Law Center Incorporated Washington, DC | $14,378,579 | $12,810,088 |
Midpenn Legal Services Inc Harrisburg, PA | $12,492,160 | $10,083,039 |
Legal Aid Justice Center Charlottesville, VA | $15,560,165 | $9,357,960 |
North Penn Legal Services Inc Pittston, PA | $3,610,200 | $8,536,778 |
Philadelphia Legal Assistance Center Inc Philadelphia, PA | $3,922,201 | $8,618,441 |
American Immigration Council Washington, DC | $13,684,785 | $11,573,139 |
Legal Aid Southeastern Pennsylvania Inc Norristown, PA | $4,966,104 | $7,982,238 |
Neighborhood Legal Services Association Pittsburgh, PA | $4,035,194 | $7,650,428 |