Law Enforcement Legal Defense Fund
- Assets
- $6.0m
- Revenue
- $4.0m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 2
- Location
- Alexandria, VA
- Founding
- 01/1980
- Data as of
- 12/2021
- EIN
- 52-1095066
Organization Overview
Law Enforcement Legal Defense Fund is located in Alexandria, VA. The organization was established in 1980. According to its NTEE Classification (I60) the organization is classified as: Law Enforcement, under the broad grouping of Crime & Legal-Related and related organizations. As of 12/2021, Law Enforcement Legal Defense Fund employed 2 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Law Enforcement Legal Defense Fund 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, Law Enforcement Legal Defense Fund generated $4.0m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 7 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 14.8% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $3.4m during the year ending 12/2021. While expenses have increased by 7.3% 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.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2021
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
BENEVOLENT AND EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT AND DEFENSE OF THE LAW ENFORCEMENT PROFESSION. SEE PART III
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
PUBLIC EDUCATION & MEDIA RELATIONS: WE SEEK TO EDUCATE THE PUBLIC THROUGH DIRECT MAIL AND ONLINE CAMPAIGNS ABOUT THE MANY RISKS AND THREATS TO LAW ENFORCEMENT PERSONNEL IN ORDER TO BUILD A MORE INFORMED, RESPECTFUL, AND APPRECIATIVE SOCIETY BY PUBLICIZING THE MANY CHALLENGES AND DANGERS FACED BY OUR NATION'S LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS. WE ALSO RAISE AWARENESS OF THE RISKS TO THE LIVELIHOOD, HEALTH, AND SAFETY OF OUR NATION'S LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS AND PROVIDE SUPPORT AND APPROPRIATE RECOGNITION FOR THEIR MANY SACRIFICES. SEE SCHEDULE O FOR CONTINUATION
CASE DEFENSE: WE SUPPORT AND DEFEND THE LAW ENFORCEMENT PROFESSION AND THOSE LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS WHO HAVE DEVOTED THEIR LIVES TO UPHOLDING THE CONSTITUTION AND SERVING THE UNITED STATES AND ITS CITIZENS WHILE ENFORCING ITS LAWS. WE SUPPORT THE DEFENSE OF WRONGFULLY ACCUSED/CHARGED LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS BY PROVIDING FUNDS FOR DEFENSE COUNSEL, COURT AND SUBSISTENCE COSTS, AND EXPERT WITNESSES.
ASSOCIATION COLLABORATION: WE SUPPORT ACTIVITIES OF LAW ENFORCEMENT PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS, FRATERNAL ORGANIZATIONS, AND RELATED GROUPS. WE ALSO PROVIDE RECOGNITION TO EXCEPTIONAL PRIVATE CITIZENS WHO DEFEND AND PROTECT LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS ENGAGED IN OFFICIAL ACTIONS.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Jason C Johnson President | Officer | 40 | $167,000 |
Carmela Stremple Secretary/treasurer | Officer | 40 | $83,528 |
John J Burke Vice Chair | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Alfred S Regnery Chair | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Danielle Cutrona Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Hon Edwin Meese III Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $0 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $3,545,432 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $3,545,432 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $110,583 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $310,591 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $3,999,479 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $309,316 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $331,725 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $123,491 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $0 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $0 |
| Payroll taxes | $18,657 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $35,582 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $377,456 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $61,918 |
| Fees for services: Other | $143,675 |
| Advertising and promotion | $69,413 |
| Office expenses | $1,174,438 |
| Information technology | $13,339 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $31,526 |
| Travel | $2,239 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $4,748 |
| Insurance | $3,158 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $3,361,713 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $348,578 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $20,902 |
| 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 | $3,043 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $20,920 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $5,617,095 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $6,010,538 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $136,783 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Total liabilities | $136,783 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $5,873,755 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $0 |
| 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 | $6,010,538 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Law Enforcement Legal Defense Fund has awarded $45,250 in support to 3 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
Washington, DC PURPOSE: Support of Mission- See Part IV | $30,000 |
Washington, DC PURPOSE: Support of Mission- See Part IV | $10,250 |
Camdenton, MO PURPOSE: Support of Mission- See Part IV | $5,000 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 1 grants that Law Enforcement Legal Defense Fund has recieved totaling $1,500.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Ed And Fern Hamel Family Foundation Inc Elkridge, MD PURPOSE: SUPPORT LAW ENFORCEMENT PROFESSION | $1,500 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Seafarers Officers And Employees Welfare Fund Camp Springs, MD | $10,885,855 | $10,948,260 |
Police Executive Research Forum Washington, DC | $13,229,759 | $9,098,163 |
Integrated Justice Information Systems Institute Inc Ashburn, VA | $2,295,206 | $4,628,206 |
Law Enforcement Legal Defense Fund Alexandria, VA | $6,010,538 | $3,999,479 |
National Legal & Policy Center Falls Church, VA | $2,245,899 | $2,527,574 |
National Association Of Police Organizations Inc Alexandria, VA | $2,961,373 | $1,837,654 |
Cia Officers Memorial Foundation Herndon, VA | $44,152,518 | $12,915,085 |
National Organization Of Black Law Enforcement Executives Noble Alexandria, VA | $2,186,857 | $2,238,516 |
Maryland Troopers Association Inc Pikesville, MD | $3,599,016 | $1,815,245 |
Fbi Agents Association Alexandria, VA | $4,554,055 | $1,668,796 |
Virginia Sheriffs Institute Inc Richmond, VA | $2,422,488 | $1,354,206 |
International Municipal Lawyers Association Inc Rockville, MD | $1,741,330 | $1,510,990 |