Columbia Lighthouse For The Blind
- Assets
- $2.8m
- Revenue
- $5.7m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 87
- Location
- Washington, DC
- Founding
- 02/1959
- Data as of
- 12/2022
- EIN
- 53-0196609
Organization Overview
Columbia Lighthouse For The Blind is located in Washington, DC. The organization was established in 1959. According to its NTEE Classification (P86) the organization is classified as: Blind & Visually Impaired Centers, under the broad grouping of Human Services and related organizations. As of 12/2022, Columbia Lighthouse For The Blind employed 87 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Columbia Lighthouse For The Blind 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 12/2022, Columbia Lighthouse For The Blind generated $5.7m in total revenue. The organization has seen a slow decline revenue. Over the past 8 years, revenues have fallen by an average of (1.5%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $5.5m during the year ending 12/2022. As we would expect to see with falling revenues, expenses have declined by (1.6%) per year over the past 8 years. 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
TO PROVIDE PROGRAMS AND SERVICES TO THE VISUALLY IMPAIRED AND BLIND TO ADVANCE INDEPENDENCE.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
GOVERNMENT:COLUMBIA LIGHTHOUSE FOR THE BLIND'S (CLB) EMPLOYMENT AND TRAINING DEPARTMENT ENSURES THAT ALL CONSUMERS WHO ARE VISUALLY IMPAIRED OR BLIND WHO WANT TO BE EMPLOYED HAVE THE SKILLS, RESOURCES AND NECESSARY TRAINING TO OBTAIN A JOB AND ACHIEVE SUCCESS IN THE WORKPLACE. CLB HIRES INDIVIDUALS WHO ARE BLIND AND VISUALLY IMPAIRED TO PROVIDE EMPLOYMENT THOUGH OUR CONTRACTS WITH THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT.
GOVERNMENT:COLUMBIA LIGHTHOUSE FOR THE BLIND'S (CLB) EMPLOYMENT AND TRAINING DEPARTMENT ENSURES THAT ALL CONSUMERS WHO ARE VISUALLY IMPAIRED OR BLIND WHO WANT TO BE EMPLOYED HAVE THE SKILLS, RESOURCES AND NECESSARY TRAINING TO OBTAIN A JOB AND ACHIEVE SUCCESS IN THE WORKPLACE. CLB HIRES INDIVIDUALS WHO ARE BLIND AND VISUALLY IMPAIRED TO PROVIDE EMPLOYMENT THOUGH OUR CONTRACTS WITH THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT.
REHABILITATION DEPARTMENT:CLB OFFERS COMPREHENSIVE REHABILITATION SERVICES TO HELP INDIVIDUALS WHO ARE BLIND AND VISUALLY IMPAIRED REASSERT CONTROL AND INDEPENDENCE IN THEIR LIVES. CONSUMERS DEVELOP SKILLS THAT ALLOW INDEPENDENT LIVING AT HOME, SCHOOL, WORK, AND IN THE COMMUNITY.
REHABILITATION DEPARTMENT:CLB OFFERS COMPREHENSIVE REHABILITATION SERVICES TO HELP INDIVIDUALS WHO ARE BLIND AND VISUALLY IMPAIRED REASSERT CONTROL AND INDEPENDENCE IN THEIR LIVES. CONSUMERS DEVELOP SKILLS THAT ALLOW INDEPENDENT LIVING AT HOME, SCHOOL, WORK, AND IN THE COMMUNITY.
PROGRAMS SUPPORT:THIS DEPARTMENT PROVIDES ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT TO ALL OF THE PROGRAMS TO INCLUDE INFORMATION AND REFERRAL, INTAKE AND ENTRY IN A CONSUMER DATABASE, ASSIGNMENT OF AUTHORIZATIONS, CONSULTING ASSIGNMENTS, TRANSPORTATION REQUESTS, AND OTHER ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES AS NEEDED.
PROGRAMS SUPPORT:THIS DEPARTMENT PROVIDES ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT TO ALL OF THE PROGRAMS TO INCLUDE INFORMATION AND REFERRAL, INTAKE AND ENTRY IN A CONSUMER DATABASE, ASSIGNMENT OF AUTHORIZATIONS, CONSULTING ASSIGNMENTS, TRANSPORTATION REQUESTS, AND OTHER ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES AS NEEDED.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Anthony J Cancelosi President And CEO | OfficerTrustee | 37.5 | $183,536 |
Amy Dufrane Chair | OfficerTrustee | 4 | $0 |
Rajive Mathur Co-Chair | OfficerTrustee | 4 | $0 |
Cecelia Royster Co-Chair | OfficerTrustee | 4 | $0 |
William Deegan MD Vice Chairman | OfficerTrustee | 4 | $0 |
Andrew Howard Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 4 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $2,313 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $95,486 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $289,164 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $386,963 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $5,141,380 |
| Investment income | $29,748 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $89,890 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $5,650,120 |
| 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. | $202,836 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $47,236 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $2,876,662 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $215,243 |
| Other employee benefits | $289,447 |
| Payroll taxes | $297,106 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $20,533 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $55,429 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $6,112 |
| Fees for services: Other | $723,564 |
| Advertising and promotion | $5,111 |
| Office expenses | $117,957 |
| Information technology | $102,385 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $333,471 |
| Travel | $23,186 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $16,884 |
| Interest | $1,966 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $11,410 |
| Insurance | $55,321 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $5,518,372 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $500 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $185,210 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $878,510 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $3,889 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $0 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $42,041 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $1,329,216 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $368,119 |
| Total assets | $2,807,485 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $506,415 |
| 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 | $73,461 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $327,226 |
| Total liabilities | $907,102 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $1,798,716 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $101,667 |
| 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 | $2,807,485 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Blind Industries & Services Of Maryland Baltimore, MD | $36,168,826 | $11,694,149 |
American Foundation For The Blind Inc Arlington, VA | $28,748,418 | $8,578,565 |
Columbia Lighthouse For The Blind Washington, DC | $2,807,485 | $5,650,120 |
American Brotherhood For The Blind Dba Blind Children And Adults Baltimore, MD | $33,837,904 | $4,873,119 |
Business Opportunities For The Blind Inc Henrico, VA | $4,764,971 | $3,166,828 |
Blinded Veterans Association Alexandria, VA | $13,234,707 | $1,538,511 |
Jacobus Ten Broek Memorial Endowment Fund Baltimore, MD | $20,326,933 | $727,208 |
Service Dogs Of Virginia Inc Charlottesville, VA | $1,845,951 | $556,838 |
National Federation Of The Blind Of Virginia Inc Arlington, VA | $260,414 | $272,934 |
Volunteers For The Blind Inc Fredericksburg, VA | $5,596 | $0 |
Macular Disease Foundation Inc Virginia Beach, VA | $151,284 | $6,272 |
Trc Assist Inc Washington, DC | $1,400 | $0 |