Independence For The Blind Of West Florida is located in Pensacola, FL. The organization was established in 1995. According to its NTEE Classification (J30) the organization is classified as: Vocational Rehabilitation, under the broad grouping of Employment and related organizations. As of 09/2022, Independence For The Blind Of West Florida employed 13 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Independence For The Blind Of West Florida 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 09/2021, Independence For The Blind Of West Florida generated $778.7k in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 6 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 0.3% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $590.9k during the year ending 09/2021. 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:
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OUR MISSION IS TO TEACH INDEPENDENT LIVING SKILLS, COMPUTER AND ADAPTIVE TECHNOLOGY, AND TO PROVIDE VOCATIONAL TRAINING, AND EMPLOYMENT-RELATED SERVICES TO PEOPLE WHO ARE BLIND OR VISUALLY IMPAIRED SO THEY CAN ACHIEVE MAXIMUM INDEPENDENCE.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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THE OLDER BLIND PROGRAM IS DESIGNED FOR BLIND AND VISUALLY IMPAIRED ADULTS 55 OR OLDER WHOSE GOALS DO NOT INCLUDE FUTURE EMPLOYMENT. THE PRIMARY GOAL OF THIS PROGRAM IS HELPING THE OLDER BLIND TO MAINTAIN OR IMPROVE THEIR ABILITY TO REMAIN INDEPENDENT, RETURN TO A FULL ROLE IN THE FAMILY, PARTICIPATE IN THE COMMUNITY, ADDRESS PERSONAL NEEDS AND GOALS THROUGH SPECIFIC TRAINING IN ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING AREAS: ORIENTATION & MOBILITY - TRAINING IN SAFE AND INDEPENDENT TRAVEL; INDEPENDENT LIVING SKILLS - TECHNIQUES FOR MONEY MANAGEMENT, HOUSEHOLD MAINTENANCE, PERSONAL GROOMING, RECORD KEEPING, ORGANIZATION, AND MEDICATION MANAGEMENT; ACCESS TECHNOLOGY - COMPUTERS AND OTHER TECHNOLOGY THAT MAKE THINGS ACCESSIBLE TO THE BLIND INCLUDING WORD PROCESSING, E-MAIL, AND THE INTERNET.
VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION PROGRAM - PROVIDES INSTRUCTION TO BLIND AND VISUALLY IMPAIRED INDIVIDUALS WHO DESIRE TO BECOME OR REMAIN EMPLOYED. INSTRUCTION INCLUDES: EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS INCLUDING RESUME WRITING; INTERVIEWING TECHNIQUES; JOB SEARCH METHODS; ORIENTATION AND MOBILITY SKILLS, COMPUTERS AND TECHNOLOGY AND ACTIVITIES OF DAILY LIVING.
TRANSITION PROGRAM - A PROGRAM FOR YOUTH AGES 14 THROUGH 21 THAT IS OFFERED YEAR-ROUND AFTER SCHOOL AND ON WEEKENDS PLUS AS AN INTENSIVE SUMMER PROGRAM FOR PLANNING POST-HIGH SCHOOL LIFE. TRAINING INCLUDES: COLLEGE PREPARATION AND/OR JOB READINESS SKILLS; SAFE INDOOR AND OUTDOOR TRAVEL SKILLS; COOKING AND SELF-CARE TECHNIQUES; USE OF VARIOUS ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY INCLUDING THE USE OF COMPUTERS AND OTHER DEVICES; POLITE SOCIAL INTERACTION AND SELF-ADVOCACY; GUIDANCE IN UNDERSTANDING VOCATIONAL INTERESTS AND VALUES, AND ACTUAL ON-THE-JOB EXPERIENCES.
ADULT PROGRAM ACTIVITIES
Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
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Raven Holloway Executive Di | Officer | 40 | $64,211 |
Rhonda Dorfman President | OfficerTrustee | 10 | $0 |
Glenn Barbee Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 5 | $0 |
Barbara Macneil Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 5 | $0 |
Mary O'grady Vice Preside | OfficerTrustee | 5 | $0 |
Gayle Crume Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Statement of Revenue | |
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Federated campaigns | $2,237 |
Membership dues | $0 |
Fundraising events | $0 |
Related organizations | $0 |
Government grants | $98,929 |
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $110,280 |
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $211,446 |
Total Program Service Revenue | $529,749 |
Investment income | $11,407 |
Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
Royalties | $0 |
Net Rental Income | $5,681 |
Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $3,341 |
Net Income from Fundraising Events | $17,070 |
Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
Total Revenue | $778,694 |
Statement of Expenses | |
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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. | $58,503 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $19,306 |
Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
Other salaries and wages | $277,174 |
Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
Other employee benefits | $37,202 |
Payroll taxes | $32,572 |
Fees for services: Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
Fees for services: Accounting | $11,400 |
Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
Fees for services: Investment Management | $1,912 |
Fees for services: Other | $0 |
Advertising and promotion | $2,228 |
Office expenses | $5,230 |
Information technology | $0 |
Royalties | $0 |
Occupancy | $12,085 |
Travel | $7,704 |
Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 |
Interest | $24,392 |
Payments to affiliates | $0 |
Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $47,599 |
Insurance | $22,665 |
All other expenses | $1,913 |
Total functional expenses | $590,905 |
Balance Sheet | |
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Cash—non-interest-bearing | $0 |
Savings and temporary cash investments | $272,739 |
Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
Accounts receivable, net | $73,456 |
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 | $2,466 |
Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $1,014,034 |
Investments—publicly traded securities | $405,730 |
Investments—other securities | $0 |
Investments—program-related | $0 |
Intangible assets | $0 |
Other assets | $1,400 |
Total assets | $1,769,825 |
Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $27,867 |
Grants payable | $0 |
Deferred revenue | $500 |
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 | $552,884 |
Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
Other liabilities | $0 |
Total liabilities | $581,251 |
Net assets without donor restrictions | $1,188,574 |
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 | $1,769,825 |
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 13 grants that Independence For The Blind Of West Florida has recieved totaling $45,215.
Awarding Organization | Amount |
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Florida Association Of Agencies Serving The Blind Inc Monticello, FL PURPOSE: CHILDREN'S PROGRAM | $39,938 |
United Way Of West Florida Inc Pensacola, FL PURPOSE: DESIGNATION/ALLOC | $5,029 |
Amazonsmile Foundation Seattle, WA PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $53 |
Westrock Foundation Atlanta, GA PURPOSE: MATCHING GIFTS PROGRAM | $48 |
Westrock Foundation Atlanta, GA PURPOSE: MATCHING GIFTS PROGRAM | $19 |
Westrock Foundation Atlanta, GA PURPOSE: MATCHING GIFTS PROGRAM | $19 |
Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
---|---|---|
Easter Seals North Georgia Inc Clarkston, GA | $16,338,473 | $35,024,605 |
Bobby Dodd Institute Inc Atlanta, GA | $15,439,617 | $18,957,191 |
Abilities Inc Of Florida Clearwater, FL | $8,593,004 | $12,363,414 |
Wiregrass Rehabilitation Center Inc Dothan, AL | $13,393,058 | $8,461,901 |
The Arc Nature Coast Inc Spring Hill, FL | $8,156,274 | $6,536,043 |
Palm Beach Habilitation Center Inc Palm Springs, FL | $6,844,061 | $5,263,189 |
Easter Seals West Georgia Inc Columbus, GA | $14,019,285 | $4,649,150 |
Nobis Works Inc Marietta, GA | $8,145,153 | $3,990,090 |
New Ventures Inc Lagrange, GA | $3,943,756 | $4,611,445 |
Easter Seals Middle Georgia Inc Dublin, GA | $8,249,507 | $1,151,532 |
Workshops Empowerment Inc Birmingham, AL | $3,515,471 | $2,242,861 |
New Horizons For Community Bound Individuals Inc Hialeah, FL | $1,079,117 | $1,578,871 |