Louisiana Appleseed Center For Law And Justice
- Assets
- $264.0k
- Revenue
- $404.1k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 5
- Location
- New Orleans, LA
- Founding
- 12/1997
- Data as of
- 12/2022
- EIN
- 72-1402876
Organization Overview
Louisiana Appleseed Center For Law And Justice is located in New Orleans, LA. The organization was established in 1997. According to its NTEE Classification (P20) the organization is classified as: Human Service Organizations, under the broad grouping of Human Services and related organizations. As of 12/2022, Louisiana Appleseed Center For Law And Justice employed 5 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Louisiana Appleseed Center For Law And Justice 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 12/2022, Louisiana Appleseed Center For Law And Justice generated $404.1k in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 8 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 6.5% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $496.9k during the year ending 12/2022. While expenses have increased by 9.2% per year over the past 8 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:
Part 3 - Line 1
LOUISIANA APPLESEED SOLVES OUR STATE'S TOUGHEST PROBLEMS AT THEIR ROOT CAUSE BY ADVOCATING FOR ACCESS TO JUSTICE, OPPORTUNITY, AND EDUCATION. WE BELIEVE THAT OUR STATE WILL BE STRONGER THROUGH FAIR AND EQUITABLE ACCESS TO THE COURTS, THE ECONOMY, AND PUBLIC SCHOOLS. TO ACCOMPLISH THIS, WE BUILD BRIDGES BETWEEN VULNERABLE COMMUNITIES AND OUR EXTENSIVE NETWORK OF PRO BONO PROFESSIONALS TO DEVELOP MEANINGFUL AND SUSTAINABLE SOLUTIONS THAT HELP JUSTICE TAKE ROOT.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
ACCESS TO JUSTICE: EDUCATING STAKEHOLDERS AND THE PUBLIC ON THE VALUE OF LEGAL AID IN LOUISIANA; PREPARING MATERIALS TO EDUCATE SURVIVORS OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE THROUGH COURT PROCEEDINGS; RESEARCHING OBSTACLES TO SERVICE REQUIREMENTS FOR PROTECTIVE ORDERS; COLLABORATING ON THE CREATION OF FREE CURATED ONLINE LEGAL RESOURCES; PREPARING STANDARDS FOR COURTROOM INTERPRETERS; PREPARING EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS ABOUT IN FORMA PAUPERIS LAWS; RESEARCHING CUSTODY BY MANDATE ISSUES; ENCOURAGING ADOPTION OF POLICY TO GIVE CLE CREDIT FOR PRO BONO; RESEARCHING AND ANALYSING EXPUNGEMENT REFORM AND LAWS AFFECTING RE-ENTRY AFTER INCARCERATION.
ACCESS TO EDUCATION: DEVELOPING BEST PRACTICES FOR BUILDING FINANCIAL SUSTAINABILITY IN PUBLIC SCHOOLS; PREVENTING TEEN DATING VIOLENCE; DEVELOPING LEGAL HANDBOOKS FOR CHARTER SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS AND SCHOOL LEADERS; INCREASING ACCESS TO FOOD FOR PUBLIC SCHOOL STUDENTS; CONDUCTING TRAINING SESSIONS FOR BOARD MEMBERS AND SCHOOL ADMINISTRATORS.
ACCESS TO OPPORTUNITY: UPDATING MANUAL FOR LAWYERS PROVIDING PRO BONO SERVICES FOLLOWING A DISASTER; REVISING LAWS TO EAST TITLE CLEARING FOR LOW-WEALTH FAMILIES, ENABLING THOSE FAMILIES TO PRESERVE HOMEOWNERSHIP AND BUILD WEALTH; DEVELOPING ESTATE PLANNING HANDBOOKS AND GUIDES TO PREVENT HEIRS' PROPERTY; CONNECTING HEIRS' PROPERTY OWNERS TO LEGAL AID AND OTHER LEGAL RESOURCES; COLLABORATING WITH PUBLIC AND NONPROFIT AGENCIES TO TARGET OUTREACH FOR FREE LEGAL HELP; ENCOURAGING THE ADOPTION OF EQUITABLE PRACTICES RELATED TO HEIRS' PROPERTY; ANALYZING STATE LAWS ON THE SUSPENSION OF DRIVERS' LICENSES AND THE RESULTING ECONOMIC IMPACT; DISTRIBUTING A REPORT ENABLING BANKS AND CREDIT UNIONS TO REACH OUT TO THE UNBANKED AND UNDER BANKED; COMMUNITY EDUCATION AND OUTREACH; PARTITICATING IN WORKING GROUP TO DISCUSS LAND USE AND CITY ORDINANCES; RESEARCHING IMPACT OF DEBT BUYING INDUSTRY ON LOUISIANA CONSUMERS.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Valerie Bargas Board Of Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Judge Tiffany Chase Board Of Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Phil Clavarie Jr Board Of Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Robert David Board Of Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Tiffany Davis Board Of Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Ben Dupuy Board Of Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $35,200 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $297,407 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $59,331 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $15,810 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $391,938 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $3 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $12,152 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $404,093 |
| 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. | $126,291 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $31,573 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $139,841 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $3,928 |
| Other employee benefits | $15,471 |
| Payroll taxes | $17,939 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $7,834 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $50,000 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $35,911 |
| Advertising and promotion | $6,835 |
| Office expenses | $1,557 |
| Information technology | $1,461 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $15,810 |
| Travel | $0 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $14,901 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $0 |
| Insurance | $2,084 |
| All other expenses | $542 |
| Total functional expenses | $496,881 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $127,299 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $117,956 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $9,350 |
| 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 | $9,184 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $0 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $176 |
| Total assets | $263,965 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $19,924 |
| 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 | $19,924 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $151,955 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $92,086 |
| 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 | $263,965 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Louisiana Appleseed Center For Law And Justice has awarded $25,100 in support to 2 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
VOICE OF THE EXPERIENCED PURPOSE: TO WORK IN COLLABORATION TO STUDY AND REDUCE HOUSEHOLD DEBT IN COMMUNITIES OF COLOR, ESPECIALLY RELATED TO THE USE OF HIGH-COST FINANCIAL PRODUCTS AND HARMFUL DEBT INCURRED BY COMMUNITIES OF COLOR DUE TO COURT FINES AND FEES. | $11,250 |
LOUISIANA LANGUAGE ACCESS COALITION PURPOSE: TO WORK IN COLLABORATION TO STUDY AND REDUCE HOUSEHOLD DEBT IN COMMUNITIES OF COLOR, ESPECIALLY RELATED TO THE USE OF HIGH-COST FINANCIAL PRODUCTS AND HARMFUL DEBT INCURRED BY COMMUNITIES OF COLOR DUE TO COURT FINES AND FEES. | $13,850 |