Links Inc is located in New Orleans, LA. The organization was established in 1961. According to its NTEE Classification (A99) the organization is classified as: Arts, Culture & Humanities N.E.C., under the broad grouping of Arts, Culture & Humanities and related organizations. This organization is a subordinate organization within an affiliated group for tax-exemption purposes. Links Inc is a 501(c)(4) and as such, is described as a "Civic League, Social Welfare Organization, and Local Association of Employees" by the IRS.
For the year ending 04/2024, Links Inc generated $148.1k in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 4 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 13.5% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $88.1k during the year ending 04/2024. While expenses have increased by 3.4% per year over the past 4 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
2024
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
THE ORGANIZATION HAS A LONG TRADITION OF PROMOTING AND ENGAGING IN EDUCATIONAL, CIVIC AND INTER-CULTURAL ACTIVITIESTHAT ENRICH THE LIVES OF MEMBERS OF THE BLACK COMMUNITY AT LARGE.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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INTERNATIONAL TRENDS AND SERVICES - PROVIDES SERVICES AND DELIVERS TRANSFORMATIONAL PROGRAMS TO PEOPLE OF AFRICAN ANCESTRY GLOBALLY SO THAT THEY MAY HAVE A BETTER QUALITY OF LIFE. PROGRAMS ARE DESIGNED AND DEVELOPED TO SERVICE THE EDUCATIONAL, HEALTH , AND CULTURAL NEEDS AND TO HELP PEOPLE EMERGE FROM POVERTY. A PRIMARY OBJECTIVE OF THE INTERNATIONAL WORK IS TO ENRICH THE LIVES OF WOMEN AND FAMILIES.
NATIONAL TRENDS AND SERVICES - ADDRESSES THE SOCIAL INEQUITIES THAT PERSIST IN BLACK COMMUNITIES THROUGHOUT THE UNITED STATES. THE ORGANIZATION IS COMMITTED TO RAISING AWARENESS ON ECONOMIC, HEALTH, SOCIAL JUSTICE, AND OTHER BARRIERS THAT AFFECT OUR QUALITY OF LIFE. THE GOAL IS TO ELIMINATE DISPARITIES THESE AREAS FOR THE BETTERMENT OF OUR COMMUNITIES.HBCU INITIATIVES - TO SUPPORT BLACK COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES.
SERVICE TO YOUTH - TO EMPOWER BLACK YOUTH TO USE THEIR INTELLECT AND SPIRIT OF ACHIEVEMENT TO BECOME SUCCESSFUL AND PRODUCTIVE CITIZENS. PROGRAMS ARE IMPLEMENTED THAT ARE RESPONSIVE TO THE ACADEMIC, CULTURAL, CAREER DEVELOPMENT, AND MENTORING NEEDS OF YOUTH. THE ORGANIZATION IS COMMITTED TO LEADING THE WAY AS A CHAMPION OF CHANGE, ENSURING THAT YOUTH ARE ACADEMICALLY SUCCESSFUL AND ENGAGED IN HEALTHY LIFESTYLES.
Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
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Roniesha Alexander-Mcclendon Recording Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 8 | $0 |
Kelli Jordan Corresponding Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 8 | $0 |
Gizelle Banks Financial Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 8 | $0 |
Shaniece Bickham President | OfficerTrustee | 15 | $0 |
Sheryl Kennedy Haydel Vice President | OfficerTrustee | 10 | $0 |
Katherine Dukes Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 8 | $0 |
Statement of Revenue | |
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Federated campaigns | $0 |
Membership dues | $41,717 |
Fundraising events | $82,868 |
Related organizations | $0 |
Government grants | $0 |
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $13,728 |
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $138,313 |
Total Program Service Revenue | $9,740 |
Investment income | $0 |
Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
Royalties | $0 |
Net Rental Income | $0 |
Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
Total Revenue | $148,053 |
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. | $0 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
Other salaries and wages | $0 |
Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
Other employee benefits | $0 |
Payroll taxes | $0 |
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 | $37,966 |
Advertising and promotion | $0 |
Office expenses | $0 |
Information technology | $0 |
Royalties | $0 |
Occupancy | $0 |
Travel | $0 |
Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $7,373 |
Interest | $0 |
Payments to affiliates | $0 |
Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $0 |
Insurance | $660 |
All other expenses | $2,804 |
Total functional expenses | $88,095 |
Balance Sheet | |
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Cash—non-interest-bearing | $35,632 |
Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
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 | $0 |
Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $5,200 |
Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $0 |
Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
Investments—other securities | $0 |
Investments—program-related | $0 |
Intangible assets | $0 |
Other assets | $342,018 |
Total assets | $382,850 |
Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $0 |
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 | $0 |
Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
Other liabilities | $0 |
Total liabilities | $0 |
Net assets without donor restrictions | $21,363 |
Net assets with donor restrictions | $361,487 |
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 | $382,850 |