Independence Now Inc
- Assets
- $1.3m
- Revenue
- $1.4m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 26
- Location
- Silver Spring, MD
- Founding
- 12/1994
- Data as of
- 09/2022
- EIN
- 52-1891697
Organization Overview
Independence Now Inc is located in Silver Spring, MD. The organization was established in 1994. According to its NTEE Classification (R30) the organization is classified as: Intergroup & Race Relations, under the broad grouping of Civil Rights, Social Action & Advocacy and related organizations. As of 09/2022, Independence Now Inc employed 26 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Independence Now 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 09/2022, Independence Now Inc generated $1.4m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 7 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 1.0% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $1.5m during the year ending 09/2022. While expenses have increased by 1.7% 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
WE ADVOCATE AND EMBODY INDEPENDENCE AND EQUALITY FOR ALL PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
INDEPENDENT LIVING SERVICES PROGRAM: INCLUDES ACL 1 & 2; ACL 1 & 2 COVID (CARES ACT) ; YLF, DORS-IL AND AAB WHICH ARE DIRECTED TOWARD PROMOTING MAXIMUM INDEPENDENCE OF THOSE SERVED BY OUR CORE SERVICES OF IL SKILLS, PEER MENTORING, INFORMATION AND REFERRAL, ADVOCACY AND TRANSITION SERVICES. CARES ACT FUNDS WERE USED TO ADDRESS THE ISSUES FACING PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES DURING THE COVID PANDEMIC. THIS INCLUDED CASE MANAGEMENT, SHARING OF INFORMATION, HOSTING VIRTUAL EDUCATIONAL EVENTS AND PURCHASING EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES FOR CONSUMERS. THE GEOGRAPHIC AREA FOR THESE SERVICES IS MONTGOMERY AND PRINCE GEORGE'S COUNTIES. THE YOUTH LEADERSHIP FORUM PROVIDES LEADERSHIP TRAINING FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES ENTERING THEIR LAST 2 YEARS IN HIGH SCHOOL.
COMMUNITY SERVICES PROGRAM: INCLUDES DORS-AT, EMPLOYMENT AND EARN. INCLUDES ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENTS TO EVALUATE AND RECOMMEND MAKING HOMES MORE ACCESSIBLE FOR INDEPENDENT LIVING. THIS INCLUDES FUNDING FOR HOME MODIFICATIONS AND PURCHASING ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY. EMPLOYMENT SERVICES ARE PROVIDED UPON REFERRALS FROM FUNDING ENTITIES, INCLUDING JOB PREP, JOB DEVELOPMENT AND JOB COACHING. THE EARN PROGRAM SUPPORTS PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES TO PURSUE BECOMING A CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT AND THEN SEEKING EMPLOYMENT IN THE FIELD.
WORK INCENTIVES PLANNING AND ASSISTANCE PROGRAM: ASSISTS INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES AND MEMBERS OF THE AGING COMMUNITY WHO RECEIVE DISABILITY BENEFITS FROM SOCIAL SECURITY WHO WANT TO EXPLORE RETURNING TO WORK. PEOPLE WHO REQUEST SERVICES RECEIVE INDIVIDUAL ASSISTANCE FROM A CERTIFIED COMMUNITY WORK INCENTIVES COORDINATOR WHO PRESENT WORK INCENTIVES AND INFORMATION ON HOW WORK AFFECTS BENEFITS.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Name Not Listed Member | Trustee | 0.5 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $1,076,816 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $36,634 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $1,113,450 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $299,432 |
| Investment income | $33,703 |
| 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 | $1,446,585 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $102,202 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $111,838 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $11,544 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $675,170 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $20,482 |
| Payroll taxes | $62,380 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $110,707 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $119,276 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $49,023 |
| Information technology | $10,644 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $118,740 |
| Travel | $6,020 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 |
| Interest | $716 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $4,036 |
| Insurance | $11,650 |
| All other expenses | $4,304 |
| Total functional expenses | $1,454,444 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $280,797 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $5,199 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $147,053 |
| 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 | $23,409 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $17,538 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $795,306 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $7,624 |
| Total assets | $1,276,926 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $105,199 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $6,776 |
| 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 | $22,520 |
| Total liabilities | $134,495 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $1,112,811 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $29,620 |
| 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 | $1,276,926 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 2 grants that Independence Now Inc has recieved totaling $20,012.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Aid Association For The Blind Of The District Of Columbia Kensington, MD PURPOSE: SERVICES TO BLIND/LOW VISION DC AREA RESIDENTS | $20,000 |
Amazonsmile Foundation Seattle, WA PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $12 |
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Virginia Center For Inclusive Communities Richmond, VA | $3,535,381 | $1,928,048 |
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