The Colorado Center For The Blind
- Assets
- $3.9m
- Revenue
- $2.1m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 30
- Location
- Littleton, CO
- Founding
- 02/1988
- Data as of
- 12/2021
- EIN
- 74-2465141
Organization Overview
The Colorado Center For The Blind is located in Littleton, CO. The organization was established in 1988. According to its NTEE Classification (G45) the organization is classified as: Lung Diseases, under the broad grouping of Voluntary Health Associations & Medical Disciplines and related organizations. As of 12/2021, Colorado Center For The Blind employed 30 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Colorado Center For The Blind 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, Colorado Center For The Blind generated $2.1m in total revenue. The organization has seen a slow decline revenue. Over the past 7 years, revenues have fallen by an average of (1.7%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $2.0m during the year ending 12/2021. As we would expect to see with falling revenues, expenses have declined by (2.3%) per year over the past 7 years. 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
THE COLORADO CENTER FOR THE BLIND PROVIDES TRAINING WHICH ENABLES BLIND INDIVIDUALS TO LEAD INDEPENDENT PRODUCTIVE LIVES.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
INDEPENDENCE TRAINING PROGRAM THIS PROGRAM IS DESIGNED FOR BLIND ADULTS AGES EIGHTEEN AND UP. THE TYPICAL PROGRAM LENGTH IS SIX TO NINE MONTHS. STUDENTS NOT ONLY BUILD THE SKILLS THAT THEY WILL NEED TO BE INDEPENDENT, BUT ALSO FOCUS ON GAINING CONFIDENCE AND BELIEF IN THEMSELVES AS BLIND PEOPLE. CLASSES INCLUDE: HOME MANAGEMENT, CANE TRAVEL, BRAILLE, ORGANIZATIONAL SKILLS, COMPUTER/TECHNOLOGY, INDUSTRIAL ARTS AND VOCATIONAL PLANNING. STUDENTS ARE TAUGHT BY POSITIVE BLIND ROLE MODELS AND LEARN THAT THEY CAN COMPETE WITH THEIR SIGHTED PEERS. WHEN THE STUDENT COMPLETES TRAINING, THEY ARE ABLE TO APPLY FOR EMPLOYMENT OR ATTEND A VOCATIONAL OR ACADEMIC PROGRAM.
YOUTH SERVICES PROGRAM THE CCB OFFERS PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN AGES 5-21 IN BOTH YEAR ROUND AND SUMMER PROGRAMMING. CORE COMPONENTS ARE MENTORING, SKILLS OF BLINDNESS BUILDING, INDEPENDENT LIVING, VOCATIONAL TRAINING AND SERVICES TO PARENTS AND EDUCATORS.
SENIOR SERVICES PROGRAM DESIGNED TO SERVE BLIND ADULTS 55 YEARS OF AGE AND OLDER. OUR GOAL IS TO HELP SENIORS GAIN THE SKILLS AND CONFIDENCE TO STAY INDEPENDENT IN THEIR OWN HOMES AND CONTINUE TO PARTICIPATE IN DAILY ACTIVITIES. OPTIONS OFFERED INCLUDE: IN-HOME TEACHING SERVICES, GROUP CLASSES (BRAILLE, COOKING AND CANE TRAVEL), SUPPORT GROUPS AROUND THE METRO AREA, COMPUTER AND IPHONE INSTRUCTION AND "SENIORS IN CHARGE". THIS IS A FIVE DAY RESIDENTIAL PROGRAM OFFERING INTENSIVE SKILLS OF BLINDNESS TRAINING.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Julie Deden Executive Di | Officer | 40 | $84,187 |
Scott Labarre Chair | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Gary Wunder Vice-Chair | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Kevan Worley Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Peter Slatin Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Jim Gashel Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $456,931 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $480,925 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $937,856 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $1,121,021 |
| Investment income | $84,619 |
| 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 | $2,147,432 |
| 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. | $91,037 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $9,104 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $874,555 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $3,946 |
| Other employee benefits | $87,933 |
| Payroll taxes | $77,252 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $49,529 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $15,513 |
| Fees for services: Other | $4,456 |
| Advertising and promotion | $803 |
| Office expenses | $46,685 |
| Information technology | $58,647 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $147,028 |
| Travel | $0 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $69,954 |
| Insurance | $59,629 |
| All other expenses | $48,552 |
| Total functional expenses | $1,976,961 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $599,212 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $30,000 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $720,558 |
| 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 | $7,392 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $93,800 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $2,424,433 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $3,875,395 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $220,180 |
| 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 | $220,180 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $3,600,215 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $55,000 |
| 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 | $3,875,395 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 1 grants that The Colorado Center For The Blind has recieved totaling $1,500.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Mgn Foundation Tr Wilmington, DE PURPOSE: EDUCATION AND TRAINING FOR BLIND YOUTH | $1,500 |
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