Project Vida
- Assets
- $4.7m
- Revenue
- $7.0m
- Investments
- $82.8k
- Employees
- 60
- Location
- El Paso, TX
- Founding
- 07/1989
- Data as of
- 08/2021
- EIN
- 74-2481679
Organization Overview
Project Vida is located in El Paso, TX. The organization was established in 1989. According to its NTEE Classification (X99) the organization is classified as: Religion-Related N.E.C., under the broad grouping of Religion-Related and related organizations. As of 08/2021, Project Vida employed 60 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Project Vida 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 08/2021, Project Vida generated $7.0m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 6 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 19.6% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $6.4m during the year ending 08/2021. While expenses have increased by 19.4% per year over the past 6 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
PROJECT VIDA IS A FAITH-BASED NON-PROFIT WORKING WITH UNDERSERVED COMMUNITIES TO IDENTIFY THEIR VISION FOR THEIR FUTURE, CHALLENGES THEY FACE, AND THEN DEVELOPING PROGRAMS WITH THEM TO ASSIST THEM IN MOVING TOWARDS THEIR VISION IN THE WIDEST POSSIBLE CONTEXT.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
MICROENTPRISE PROGRAMS PROVIDES BUSINESS COUNSELING AND TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE TO SMALL BUSINESSES, TYPICALLY FAMILY-OWNED AND LESS THAN $1 MILLION DOLLARS IN GROSS REVENUE. DURING 2020, PROJECT VIDA PROVIDED SMALL BUSINESS ECONOMIC GRANTS TO 211 BUSINESSES IN EL PASO COUNTY.
BUILD SAFE PROGRAM - PROJECT VIDA WAS SELECTED AS A SUBRECIPIENT OF CARES-ACT FUNDS FROM THE CITY OF EL PASO, TEXAS. THE FUNDS RECEIVED UNDER THE BUILD SAFE PROGRAM WERE USED TO PROVIDE ASSISTANCE TO SMALL BUSINESSES THAT WERE IMPACTED BY COVID-19 AND REQUIRED PHYSICAL ALTERATIONS TO THEIR FACILITIES, SUCH AS THE PURCHASE OF PERSONAL PROTECTION EQUIPMENT IN ORDER TO IMPLEMENT SOCIAL DISTANCING MEASURES.
HOMELESS PREVENTION AND RECOVERY PROGRAM - 'ROOTS AND WINGS' PROVIDES COUNSELING AND FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE TO FAMILIES AT RISK OF HOMELESSNESS AND PROVIDES UP TO 24 MONTHS OF SUPPORTIVE SERVICES AND RESIDENCY IN SIX APARTMENTS FOR SINGLE PARENTS WITH CHILDREN NEEDING TO RECOVER FROM HOMELESSNESS. RAPID RE-HOUSING PROGRAM PROVIDES TRANSITIONAL HOUSING FOR INDIVIDUALS AT RISK OR EXPERIENCING HOMELESSNESS
HOUSING (APARTMENT) PROGRAM - THIS PROGRAM PROVIDES SAFE AND AFFORDABLE HOUSING TO LOW INCOME FAMILIES.COMMUNITY COLLABORATION PROGRAM - COMMUNITY COLLABORATION PROVIDES ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT SERVICES TO OTHER AFFILIATED NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATIONS AND PROVIDES OUTREACH HEALTH EDUCATION ACTIVITIES BOTH DIRECTLY AND WITH OTHER COLLABORATIVE ORGANIZATIONS.EDUCATION AND ENRICHMENT PROGRAM - THIS PROGRAM PROVIDES A SAFE HAVEN FOR CHILDREN FROM AGE SIX TO EIGHTEEN, INCLUDING GANG PREVENTION, TUTORS, COMPUTER ACCESS, ARTS, CRAFTS, AND TIME FOR COMMUNITY SERVICE.EARLY CHILDHOOD AND LATCHKEY PROGRAM - THE EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT CENTER HAS APPROXIMATELY 75 SLOTS WHERE LICENSED SERVICES ARE PROVIDED TO CHILDREN FROM NEWBORN TO AGE TWELVE. NEIGHBORHOOD STABILIZATION PROGRAM - THIS PROGRAM HELPS REBUILD COMMUNITIES THAT HAVE BEEN AFFECTED BY THE FORECLOSURE CRISIS.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
William Schlesinger Co-Director | Officer | 40 | $48,961 |
Carol Schlesinger Co-Director | Officer | 40 | $30,462 |
Lee Ann Bondurant Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 5 | $0 |
Neal Locke Chair | OfficerTrustee | 5 | $0 |
Armando Avila Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 3 | $0 |
Susan Gevarra Member | Trustee | 4 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $4,676,169 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $903,466 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $5,579,635 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $1,164,858 |
| Investment income | $389 |
| 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 | $6,974,845 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $3,286,420 |
| 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 | $1,279,750 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $217,292 |
| Payroll taxes | $95,336 |
| 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 | $28,196 |
| Advertising and promotion | $5,080 |
| Office expenses | $0 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $8,871 |
| Travel | $0 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 |
| Interest | $11,185 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $77,042 |
| Insurance | $119,158 |
| All other expenses | $404,243 |
| Total functional expenses | $6,425,692 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $759,612 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $558,166 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $187,853 |
| 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 | $19,721 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $2,380,409 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $82,807 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $750,157 |
| Total assets | $4,738,725 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $277,336 |
| 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 | $2,259,202 |
| Other liabilities | $8,839 |
| Total liabilities | $2,545,377 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $1,253,271 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $940,077 |
| 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 | $4,738,725 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 9 grants that Project Vida has recieved totaling $231,757.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
United Way Of El Paso County El Paso, TX PURPOSE: ROOTS & WINGS HOMELESS PREVENTION AND RECOVERY, EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT, AFTER-SCHOOL ENRICHMENT PROGRAM | $112,045 |
El Paso Community Foundation El Paso, TX PURPOSE: Early Childhood Dev. & Child Care | $32,573 |
Marathon Petroleum Foundation Inc Findlay, OH PURPOSE: THRIVING COMMUNITIES SAMBRANO & AFTER-SCHOOL HENDERSON STEM | $30,000 |
Texas Mutual Insurance Company Austin, TX PURPOSE: Generational Learning | $25,000 |
Gecu Foundation El Paso, TX PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $10,000 |
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc Charlotte, NC PURPOSE: OPERATIONAL SUPPORT | $9,167 |
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|---|---|---|
Evelyn Rubenstein Jewish Community Center Of Houston Texas Houston, TX | $63,544,592 | $32,335,855 |
Multi-Faith Retirement Services Live Oak Retirement Center Shreveport, LA | $13,466,156 | $10,872,483 |
Southern Oklahoma Memorial Foundation Inc Ardmore, OK | $106,106,910 | $11,493,167 |
El Paso Center For Children Inc El Paso, TX | $2,932,170 | $7,098,518 |
Adult & Teen Challenge Of Texas San Antonio, TX | $11,283,106 | $8,543,774 |
Project Vida El Paso, TX | $4,738,725 | $6,974,845 |
If Gathering Dallas, TX | $3,452,499 | $4,210,258 |
Ecumenical Center For Religion And Health San Antonio, TX | $7,342,387 | $4,148,621 |
To Every Tribe Los Fresnos, TX | $3,193,524 | $2,946,318 |
Rocky Mountain Youth Corps Ranchos De Taos, NM | $2,570,057 | $3,220,479 |
Missions Of Yahweh Inc Houston, TX | $2,309,465 | $2,489,933 |
Arkansas Baptist Assembly Siloam Springs, AR | $8,310,305 | $3,183,707 |