Lighthouse For The Visually Impaired And Blind Inc
- Assets
- $7.1m
- Revenue
- $1.4m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 32
- Location
- New Port Richey, FL
- Founding
- 09/1983
- Data as of
- 06/2022
- EIN
- 59-2311666
Organization Overview
Lighthouse For The Visually Impaired And Blind Inc is located in New Port Richey, FL. The organization was established in 1983. 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 06/2022, Lighthouse For The Visually Impaired And Blind Inc employed 32 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Lighthouse For The Visually Impaired And Blind 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 06/2022, Lighthouse For The Visually Impaired And Blind 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 3.1% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $1.1m during the year ending 06/2022. While expenses have increased by 0.6% 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:
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THE MISSION OF THE LIGHTHOUSE IS TO PROVIDE PERSONS WHO ARE BLIND AND VISUALLY IMPAIRED WITH THE SKILLS NEEDED TO ACHIEVE THEIR MAXIMUM INDEPENDENCE.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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1,336 PEOPLE WHO ARE VISUALLY IMPAIRED AND BLIND, THEIR FAMILIES, PROFESSIONALS, THE GENERAL PUBLIC AND LOCAL EMPLOYERS BENEFITED THIS YEAR FROM LIGHTHOUSE PROGRAMS. OUR INDEPENDENT LIVING ADULT PROGRAM PROVIDED REHABILITATION INSTRUCTION AND GUIDANCE THAT HELPED 268 INDIVIDUALS TO ACQUIRE SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE TO MANAGE THEIR LIVES AS ADULTS TO LIVE MORE INDEPENDENTLY IN THEIR HOMES AND COMMUNITIES WITH A MAXIMUM DEGREE OF SELF-DIRECTION. VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION PROVIDED JOB PREPAREDNESS TRAINING FOR 47 VISUALLY IMPAIRED ADULTS INCLUDING BRAILLE, USE OF ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY AND COMPUTERS. TRANSITION PROGRAMS PROVIDE YEAR ROUND TRAINING AND SERVICES TO TEENAGERS TO PREPARE THEM FOR THE TRANSITION FROM HIGH SCHOOL TO THE WORKFORCE OR COLLEGE. EARLY INTERVENTION PROGRAMS ENHANCE ALL AREAS OF CHILD DEVELOPMENT FOR CHILDREN BIRTH THROUGH FIVE YEARS OF AGE AND THEIR FAMILIES. INDUSTRY PROGRAMS PROVIDE DIRECT, PAID COMPETITIVE EMPLOYMENT TO PERSONS WHO ARE LEGALLY BLIND. PRODUCT ASSEMBLY AND PACKAGING IS PERFORMED AND SOLD TO GOVERNMENT AND COMMERCIAL CUSTOMERS. CHILDREN'S PROGRAMS PROVIDE RECREATIONAL AND SOCIAL ACTIVITIES TO CHILDREN AGES 5-13 WHO ARE VISUALLY IMPAIRED. LIGHTHOUSE ALSO HAS A LOW VISION STORE TO PURCHASE ADAPTIVE AIDS.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Stefanie Pontlitz Executive Director | Officer | 40 | $91,000 |
Captain Wendy Longman Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Shawn Foster President | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Aaron Lyon President Elect | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Terry Haas Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Jennifer Selk Immediate Past President | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $32,525 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $866,045 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $301,363 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $1,199,933 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $89,094 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $17,400 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $36,656 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $7,002 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $1,353,999 |
| 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. | $91,000 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $36,400 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $475,439 |
| Other salaries and wages | $0 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $15,408 |
| Payroll taxes | $51,541 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $44,313 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $27,178 |
| Fees for services: Other | $0 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $0 |
| Information technology | $6,312 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $79,169 |
| Travel | $71,708 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 |
| Interest | $40,509 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $81,766 |
| Insurance | $28,429 |
| All other expenses | $15,814 |
| Total functional expenses | $1,071,145 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $142,229 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $300,369 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $90,371 |
| 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 | $22,635 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $20,688 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $3,398,664 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $3,075,921 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $10,000 |
| Total assets | $7,060,877 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $27,066 |
| 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 | $1,254,944 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $0 |
| Total liabilities | $1,282,010 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $4,740,908 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $1,037,959 |
| 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 | $7,060,877 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 8 grants that Lighthouse For The Visually Impaired And Blind Inc has recieved totaling $112,010.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Florida Association Of Agencies Serving The Blind Inc Monticello, FL PURPOSE: CHILDREN'S PROGRAM | $56,178 |
United Way Of Pasco County Inc Land O Lakes, FL PURPOSE: Community Support | $28,700 |
Debartolo Family Foundation Tampa, FL PURPOSE: PROGRAM SERVICES | $10,000 |
Suncoast Credit Union Foundation Tampa, FL PURPOSE: 2021-2022 FUNDING | $10,000 |
United Way Of Hernando County Inc Spring Hill, FL PURPOSE: CHARITABLE | $6,000 |
The Duke Energy Foundation Charlotte, NC PURPOSE: MATCHING GIFTS | $600 |
Endowment Analysis
| Beg. Balance | $1,012,811 |
| Earnings | $48,000 |
| Other Expense | $48,000 |
| Ending Balance | $1,012,811 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Southeastern Guide Dogs Inc Palmetto, FL | $80,761,956 | $24,295,464 |
Miami Lighthouse For The Blind And Visually Impaired Inc Miami, FL | $65,063,396 | $20,974,871 |
Center For The Visually Impaired Inc Atlanta, GA | $5,636,216 | $2,874,308 |
Lighthouse For The Visually Impaired And Blind Inc New Port Richey, FL | $7,060,877 | $1,353,999 |
Lighthouse Of Collier Inc Naples, FL | $1,192,303 | $919,147 |
New Vision For Independence Inc Mount Dora, FL | $294,497 | $534,085 |
Paws 4 Liberty Lake Worth, FL | $622,654 | $417,979 |
Florida Outreach Center For The Blind Inc Palm Springs, FL | $948,688 | $365,404 |
Choosing To See Inc Lauderdale By The Sea, FL | $119,135 | $0 |
Iris Lending Library For The Blind Inc Jacksonville, FL | $451,978 | $0 |
National Federation Of The Blind Of Alabama Mobile, AL | $125,405 | $0 |
Anthony Eannelli Trust For The Blind St Petersburg, FL | $0 | -$1,960 |