Mexican American Legal Defense And Educational Fund
- Assets
- $25.8m
- Revenue
- $10.4m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 92
- Location
- Los Angeles, CA
- Founding
- 07/1967
- Data as of
- 04/2022
- EIN
- 74-1563270
Organization Overview
Mexican American Legal Defense And Educational Fund is located in Los Angeles, CA. The organization was established in 1967. According to its NTEE Classification (R22) the organization is classified as: Minority Rights, under the broad grouping of Civil Rights, Social Action & Advocacy and related organizations. As of 04/2022, Mexican American Legal Defense And Educational Fund employed 92 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Mexican American Legal Defense And Educational Fund 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 04/2022, Mexican American Legal Defense And Educational Fund generated $10.4m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 7 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 11.0% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $8.9m during the year ending 04/2022. While expenses have increased by 5.5% 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.
Since 2015, Mexican American Legal Defense And Educational Fund has awarded 30 individual grants totaling $941,887. If you would like to learn more about the grant giving history of this organization, scroll down to the grant profile section of this page.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2022
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
FOUNDED IN 1968, MALDEF IS THE NATION'S LEADING LATINO CIVIL RIGHTS LEGAL ORGANIZATION, PROMOTING SOCIAL CHANGE THROUGH ADVOCACY, COMMUNITY EDUCATION AND LITIGATION IN THE AREAS OF EDUCATION, EMPLOYMENT, IMMIGRANTS RIGHTS AND POLITICAL ACCESS.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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LITIGATION: MALDEF ADVANCES THE CIVIL RIGHTS OF LATINOS NATIONWIDE BY PURSUING LITIGATION IN THE AREAS OF EDUCATION, EMPLOYMENT AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITY, IMMIGRANTS RIGHTS AND POLITICAL ACCESS.(PLEASE SEE THE ATTACHED "LITIGATION DOCKET" FOR DETAILS ON OUR LITIGATION ACTIVITY FOR 2021-2022)
PUBLIC POLICY: MALDEF ADVANCES THE CIVIL RIGHTS OF LATINOS NATIONWIDE THROUGH PUBLIC POLICY ADVOCACY AND ANALYSIS IN THE AREAS OF EDUCATION, EMPLOYMENT AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITY, IMMIGRANTS RIGHTS AND POLITICAL ACCESS. (PLEASE SEE THE ATTACHED SUPPLEMENT "PUBLIC POLICY SUPPLEMENT" FOR MORE DETAIL ON OUR PUBLIC POLICY ACTIVITY FOR 2021-2022)
COMMUNITY EDUCATION AND LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT: MALDEF ADVANCES THE CIVIL RIGHTS OF LATINOS NATIONWIDE THROUGH COMMUNITY EDUCATION PROGRAMS INCLUDING A PARENT SCHOOL PARTNERSHIP PROGRAM, YOUTH LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM, AND SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMS. (PLEASE SEE THE ATTACHED SUPPLEMENT "CELD -- COMMUNITY EDUCATION AND LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT" FOR DETAILS ON OUR PROGRAMS FOR 2021-2022)
REVENUE AND EXPENSES IN OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES ARE FROM FISCAL SPONSORSHIPS. MALDEF CURRENTLY HAS ELEVEN ACTIVE FISCAL SPONSORSHIPS. ALL OF THEM ARE DIRECT FISCAL SPONSORSHIPS.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Thomas A Saenz President And General Counsel | Officer | 47.5 | $373,843 |
Shelley Mallchok Vice President Of Finance/cfo | Officer | 37.5 | $162,877 |
Gina Montoya Vice President Of Development | 50 | $162,877 | |
Nina Perales Vice President Of Litigation | 50 | $160,839 | |
Sandra Hernandez VP Of Communications & Media | 50 | $160,583 | |
Belinda E Helzer National Senior Counsel (thru 11/21) | 50 | $132,974 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
The Raben Group Media/public Relations | 4/29/17 | $123,240 |
Revolution Interactive Website Hosting, Social Media Consulting | 4/29/17 | $129,538 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $6,500 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $441,869 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $0 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $6,982,781 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $7,431,150 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $2,444,480 |
| Investment income | $305,141 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $441,155 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | -$258,669 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $10,363,257 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $1,000 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $71,768 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $628,539 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $278,511 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $4,048,970 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $294,734 |
| Other employee benefits | $939,299 |
| Payroll taxes | $398,333 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $29,738 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $102,195 |
| Fees for services: Other | $376,387 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $186,599 |
| Information technology | $53,185 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $528,025 |
| Travel | $207,084 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $12,956 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $52,402 |
| Insurance | $55,661 |
| All other expenses | $22,732 |
| Total functional expenses | $8,874,079 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $191,519 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $10,254,573 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $4,085,931 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $2,022 |
| 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 | $62,522 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $1,336,268 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $8,366,912 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $1,544,710 |
| Total assets | $25,844,457 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $3,160,794 |
| Grants payable | $2,426,791 |
| 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 | $5,587,585 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $15,200,755 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $5,056,117 |
| 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 | $25,844,457 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Mexican American Legal Defense And Educational Fund has awarded $15,745 in support to 2 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
Pasadena, CA PURPOSE: ORGANIZATIONAL CONTRIBUTION | $14,745 |
Sun Valley, CA PURPOSE: VIRTUAL SPONSORSHIP | $1,000 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 48 grants that Mexican American Legal Defense And Educational Fund has recieved totaling $7,710,065.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Neo Philanthropy Inc New York, NY PURPOSE: Program Grant | $3,600,000 |
New Venture Fund Washington, DC PURPOSE: CIVIL RIGHTS, SOCIAL ACTION, ADVOCACY | $525,000 |
The Jpb Foundation New York, NY PURPOSE: ADVANCING VOTING RIGHTS AND IMMIGRANT INTEGRATION | $500,000 |
Arcus Foundation New York, NY PURPOSE: SUPPORT FOR FAMILIA: TRANS QUEER LIBERATION MOVEMENT TO ORGANIZE AGAINST THE DETENTION, DEPORTATION, AND CRIMINALIZATION OF TRANS AND QUEER LATINX UNDOCUMENTED IMMIGRANTS | $225,000 |
Tides Foundation San Francisco, CA PURPOSE: EQUITY, HUMAN RIGHTS, AND ECONOMIC EMPOWERMENT | $200,000 |
Fwdus Education Fund Inc Washington, DC PURPOSE: IMMIGRATION EDUCATION GRANT | $200,000 |
Endowment Analysis
| Beg. Balance | $3,140,861 |
| Earnings | -$384,210 |
| Admin Expense | $3,921 |
| Ending Balance | $2,752,730 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Chinese For Affirmative Action San Francisco, CA | $46,812,510 | $48,725,620 |
Mexican American Legal Defense And Educational Fund Los Angeles, CA | $25,844,457 | $10,363,257 |
Pars Equality Center Menlo Park, CA | $2,628,995 | $4,617,793 |
Indians For Collective Action K K Jindal Sunnyvale, CA | $790,788 | $1,804,660 |
California Legislative Black Caucus Policy Institute Los Angeles, CA | $2,798,128 | $1,960,063 |
Center For Empowered Politics Education Fund San Francisco, CA | $3,989,428 | $4,198,048 |
Brightline Defense Project San Francisco, CA | $501,975 | $880,774 |
Center For Asian Americans United For Self-Empowerment Inc Los Angeles, CA | $724,479 | $842,505 |
National Association For The Advancement Of Colored People Eugene, OR | $299,407 | $487,567 |
North Bay Jobs With Justice Santa Rosa, CA | $585,168 | $800,394 |
Community Justice Alliance Inc Sacramento, CA | $413,261 | $699,013 |
Oregon Association Of Minority Entrepreneurs Portland, OR | $1,417,502 | $346,184 |