Lighthouse For The Blind In New Orleans
- Assets
- $20.8m
- Revenue
- $9.6m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 178
- Location
- New Orleans, LA
- Founding
- 11/1938
- Data as of
- 12/2021
- EIN
- 72-0408941
Organization Overview
Lighthouse For The Blind In New Orleans, operating under the name Lighthouse Louisiana, is located in New Orleans, LA. The organization was established in 1938. According to its NTEE Classification (G41) the organization is classified as: Eye Diseases, Blindness & Vision Impairments, under the broad grouping of Voluntary Health Associations & Medical Disciplines and related organizations. As of 12/2021, Lighthouse Louisiana employed 178 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Lighthouse Louisiana 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 12/2021, Lighthouse Louisiana generated $9.6m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 7 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 1.4% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $10.8m during the year ending 12/2021. 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
2021
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
TO EMPOWER PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES THROUGH EMPLOYMENT, SERVICES AND ADVOCACY.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
TO SERVICE INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES IN THE REGION BY PROVIDING JOB TRAINING, EMPLOYMENT AND SERVICES. SERVICES AND PROGRAMS INCLUDED - DAILY LIVING SKILLS TRAINING, INSTRUCTION IN BRAILLE, A VISUAL AIDS STORE, ORIENTATION AND MOBILITY, RECREATIONAL SKILLS AND ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY. LIGHTHOUSE LOUISIANA EMPOWERED 1,317 INDIVIDUALS WITH VISION IMPAIRMENT BY PROVIDING DAILY LIVING SKILLS TRAINING, INSTRUCTION IN BRAILLE, ORIENTATION AND MOBILITY, ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY TRAINING AND TRANSPORTATION.DURING 2021, DEAF SERVICES PROVIDED A TOTAL OF 5,559.42 INTERPRETING HOURS, A TOTAL OF 101 CONSUMERS SERVED FOR THE LOUISIANA COMMISSION FOR THE DEAF (LCD) HEARING AID PROGRAM, AND A TOTAL OF 54 CONSUMERS SERVED FOR THE LCD EQUIPMENT PROGRAM.LIGHTHOUSE LOUISIANA'S EMPLOYMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT (LL ES) PROVIDED SERVICES AND SUPPORT TO 182 CLIENTS OVER FOUR PROGRAMS IN 2021. PROGRAM(S) ACHIEVEMENT INCLUDE SECURING GRANTS AND CREATING AND HOSTING STATEWIDE LOUISIANA REHABILITATION VENDOR ADVOCACY (VENDOR COALITION) GROUP, ENHANCED SERVICES AND INCREASED THE NUMBER OF CLIENTS WHO ARE DEAF USING LL ES (16 TOTAL CONSUMERS IN 2021), AND INCREASED EMPLOYER TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES AND EMPLOYEE EXTERNAL EMPLOYMENT PLACEMENT NUMBERS. THE WORK INCENTIVES PLANNING AND ASSISTANCE (WIPA) PROGRAM IS FUNDED BY THE SOCIAL SECURITY ADMINISTRATION THROUGH THE TICKET TO WORK AND WORK INCENTIVES IMPROVEMENT ACT OF 1999. COVERING 30 PARISHES, THE WIPA PROGRAM ALLOWED LIGHTHOUSE LOUISIANA TO SERVE OVER 420 INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES RECEIVING SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY CASH BENEFITS SUCH AS SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY INCOME (SSDI) AND HEALTH INSURANCE THROUGH MEDICAID AND/OR MEDICARE. BENEFICIARIES MAY HAVE OTHER FEDERAL AND STATE BENEFITS SUCH AS VETERANS ADMINISTRATION BENEFITS, SNAP, AND HOUSING VOUCHERS.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Louella Renee Vidrine President | Officer | 40 | $202,361 |
Stephanie Benedetti Vice President Of Sales & Marketing | Officer | 40 | $118,495 |
Chris Hevezi Vice President Of Finance | Officer | 40 | $100,292 |
Susan Pereira Chair | OfficerTrustee | 0.5 | $0 |
Charles Marts Chair Elect | OfficerTrustee | 0.5 | $0 |
Keith Katz Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 0.5 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $23,273 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $1,605,747 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $791,384 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $2,420,404 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $6,693,806 |
| Investment income | $126,342 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $7,538 |
| Net Rental Income | $15,628 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $221,991 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | -$3,232 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $9,622,051 |
| 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. | $354,489 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $187,463 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $4,256,211 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $149,126 |
| Other employee benefits | $724,966 |
| Payroll taxes | $398,049 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $10,180 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $71,200 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $33,697 |
| Fees for services: Other | $925,801 |
| Advertising and promotion | $4,128 |
| Office expenses | $592,407 |
| Information technology | $239,450 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $455,114 |
| Travel | $125,608 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $33,102 |
| Interest | $65,949 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $1,019,502 |
| Insurance | $330,446 |
| All other expenses | $25,530 |
| Total functional expenses | $10,768,297 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $313,527 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $114,735 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $363,812 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $2,307,382 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $1,688,708 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $251,019 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $10,797,520 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $4,915,857 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $38,461 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $20,791,021 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $1,765,306 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $10,576 |
| 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 | $324,126 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $1,329,500 |
| Other liabilities | $0 |
| Total liabilities | $3,429,508 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $16,926,717 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $434,796 |
| 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 | $20,791,021 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 7 grants that Lighthouse For The Blind In New Orleans has recieved totaling $89,021.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
The Greater New Orleans Foundation New Orleans, LA PURPOSE: HUMAN SERVICES | $48,406 |
Fore Kids Foundation Inc Avondale, LA PURPOSE: GENERAL ASSISTANCE | $25,000 |
E J & Marjory B S Ourso Family Foundation Donaldsonville, LA PURPOSE: HEALTH | $10,000 |
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc Charlotte, NC PURPOSE: OPERATIONAL SUPPORT | $5,000 |
Van Der Linden Family Foundation Metairie, LA PURPOSE: TO EFFECT EXEMPT PURPOSE | $500 |
Amazonsmile Foundation Seattle, WA PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $65 |
Endowment Analysis
| Beg. Balance | $268,019 |
| Earnings | $44,905 |
| Admin Expense | $2,443 |
| Other Expense | $9,684 |
| Ending Balance | $300,797 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Travis Association For The Blind Austin, TX | $78,598,900 | $36,471,837 |
Lighthouse For The Blind In New Orleans New Orleans, LA | $20,791,021 | $9,622,051 |
Beacon Lighthouse Inc Wichita Falls, TX | $3,271,118 | $8,876,178 |
East Texas Lighthouse For The Blind Inc Tyler, TX | $45,131,329 | $9,265,830 |
Lighthouse For The Blind Of Houston Houston, TX | $28,697,781 | $5,413,103 |
Knights Templar Eye Foundation Inc Flower Mound, TX | $153,213,107 | $22,979,623 |
South Texas Lighthouse For The Blind Corpus Christi, TX | $31,893,208 | $5,279,988 |
Louisiana Assn For The Blind Inc Shreveport, LA | $31,579,658 | $6,008,985 |
Louisiana Center For The Blind Inc Ruston, LA | $4,006,211 | $2,266,620 |
Southern Eye-Bank Metairie, LA | $10,995,375 | $2,880,299 |
Houston Lighthouse Foundation Inc Houston, TX | $45,366,188 | $2,659,206 |
Louisiana Lions Eye Foundation Inc New Orleans, LA | $1,086,777 | $885,979 |