Virginia Poverty Law Center Inc
- Assets
- $3.5m
- Revenue
- $6.1m
- Investments
- $1.8m
- Employees
- 46
- Location
- Richmond, VA
- Founding
- 07/1979
- Data as of
- 06/2023
- EIN
- 54-1093402
Organization Overview
Virginia Poverty Law Center Inc is located in Richmond, VA. The organization was established in 1979. 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 06/2023, Virginia Poverty Law Center Inc employed 46 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Virginia Poverty Law Center 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 06/2023, Virginia Poverty Law Center Inc generated $6.1m in total revenue. The organization has seen a slow decline revenue. Over the past 8 years, revenues have fallen by an average of (2.1%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $5.8m during the year ending 06/2023. 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
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
THE VIRGINIA POVERTY LAW CENTER (VPLC) PROVIDES LEADERSHIP, SUPPORT, TRAINING, PUBLIC EDUCATION, AND ADVOCACY TO ADDRESS THE CIVIL LEGAL NEEDS OF VIRGINIA'S LOW-INCOME POPULATION. OUR LEGAL STAFF SPECIALIZES IN AREAS OF LAW THAT AFFECT LOW-INCOME VIRGINIANS. THROUGH TRAINING AND COMMUNICATIONS, WE EDUCATE OTHERS ABOUT THE LEGAL RIGHTS OF THE POOR AND IDENTIFY SYSTEMIC PROBLEMS AND ISSUES. WE WORK COLLABORATIVELY WITH VIRGINIA'S LEGAL AID COMMUNITY, OTHER ORGANIZATIONS, AND STAKEHOLDERS TO REPRESENT THE INTERESTS OF LOW-INCOME VIRGINIANS IN THE COURTS, EXECUTIVE AGENCIES, AND LEGISLATIVE BODIES.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
SINCE 1978, WE'VE BEEN A SOURCE OF INFORMATION ON POVERTY LAW ISSUES. FROM NEW LAWYER TRAINING TO EDUCATIONAL OUTREACH TO LEADERSHIP ON ADVOCACY ISSUES, WE ENSURE THAT LOW-INCOME VIRGINIANS' VOICES ARE HEARD BY OUR LEGAL SYSTEM. THROUGH OUR TEAM AND OUR LEGAL AID PROGRAM PARTNERS WE HELP VIRGINIANS UNDERSTAND AND EXPRESS THEIR RIGHTS IN AREAS SUCH AS DOMESTIC AND SEXUAL VIOLENCE LAW, ELDER LAW, HOUSING LAW, FAMILY LAW, PUBLIC BENEFITS AND CONSUMER LAW.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Helen O'beirne Hardiman ESQ Immediate Past President | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Tori Andrea Babington ESQ President | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Emily Connor Kennedy ESQ Treasurer | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
L Charde Reid Board Of Directors | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Drew Sarrett ESQ Board Of Directors | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Wanda Harry Board Of Directors | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $143,902 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $5,848,068 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $5,991,970 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $25,010 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $94,378 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $6,111,358 |
| 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. | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $2,779,561 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $147,998 |
| Other employee benefits | $491,765 |
| Payroll taxes | $147,998 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $83,305 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $202,054 |
| Travel | $105,426 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $175,987 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $19,334 |
| Insurance | $0 |
| All other expenses | $12,611 |
| Total functional expenses | $5,821,067 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $0 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $110,410 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $444,889 |
| 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 | $51,618 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $68,503 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $1,768,914 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $1,025,381 |
| Total assets | $3,469,715 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $229,328 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $86,000 |
| 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 | $1,022,332 |
| Total liabilities | $1,337,660 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $2,132,055 |
| 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 | $3,469,715 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Virginia Poverty Law Center Inc has awarded $3,401,706 in support to 10 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
CENTRAL VIRGINIA LEGAL SERVICES PURPOSE: ACA HEALTHCARE NAVIGATOR GRANTS | $385,890 |
LEGAL AID JUSTICE CENTER PURPOSE: ACA HEALTHCARE NAVIGATOR GRANTS | $550,511 |
BLUE RIDGE LEGAL SERVICES PURPOSE: ACA HEALTHCARE NAVIGATOR GRANTS | $315,890 |
LEGAL AID SOCIETY OF EASTERN VIRGINIA PURPOSE: ACA HEALTHCARE NAVIGATOR GRANTS | $550,600 |
LEGAL AID SOCIETY OF ROANOKE VALLEY PURPOSE: ACA HEALTHCARE NAVIGATOR GRANTS | $235,000 |
LEGAL SERVICES OF NORTHERN VIRGINIA PURPOSE: ACA HEALTHCARE NAVIGATOR GRANTS | $490,100 |