William A Lawson Institute For Peace & Prosperity
- Assets
- $12.5m
- Revenue
- $3.7m
- Investments
- $28.4k
- Employees
- 48
- Location
- Houston, TX
- Founding
- 02/1997
- Data as of
- 06/2022
- EIN
- 76-0496051
Organization Overview
William A Lawson Institute For Peace & Prosperity is located in Houston, TX. The organization was established in 1997. According to its NTEE Classification (S40) the organization is classified as: Business & Industry, under the broad grouping of Community Improvement & Capacity Building and related organizations. As of 06/2022, William A Lawson Institute For Peace & Prosperity employed 48 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. William A Lawson Institute For Peace & Prosperity 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 06/2022, William A Lawson Institute For Peace & Prosperity generated $3.7m in total revenue. This represents a relatively dramatic decline in revenue. Over the past 7 years, the organization has seen revenues fall by an average of (9.0%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $4.0m during the year ending 06/2022. 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
THE WILLIAM A. LAWSON INSTITUTE FOR PEACE AND PROSPERITY TARGETS THREE SEGMENTS OF THE COMMUNITY WITH SERVICES THAT BRIDGE THE GAP BETWEEN THE POWERFUL AND THE POWERLESS - CHILDREN, CRIMINAL JUSTICE, AND SENIORS.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
THE LAWSON ACADEMY OPERATES TWO SINGLE GENDER MIDDLE SCHOOL CAMPUSES (ONE FOR GIRLS AND ONE FOR BOYS) LOCATED AT 5052 SCOTT STREET, HOUSTON, TEXAS 77004. THE ACADEMY SERVES PRIMARILY LOW-INCOME STUDENTS AND PROVIDES THREE FREE MEALS DAILY TO ALL STUDENTS. INSTRUCTION IS DELIVERED THROUGH CORE CONTENT (MATH, ENGLISH/LANGUAGE ARTS, SCIENCE, SOCIAL STUDIES) DELIVERED IN TWO OR THREE CLASSES DAILY. MATH, MATH SOLUTIONS AND MATH ENRICHMENT ARE THREE STAND-ALONE CLASSES TO BRING STUDENTS UP TWO OR MORE GRADE LEVELS PER YEAR. ENGLISH/LANGUAGE ARTS IS COMPLEMENTED WITH READ 180 TO INCREASE READING LEXILE LEVELS BY TWO OR MORE GRADES PER YEAR. EVERYTHING AT THE ACADEMY IS TAILORED TO MEET THE STUDENT ON HIS/HER CURRENT LEVEL AND MEASURE GROWTH TO ENABLE STUDENTS TO SUCCEED.
WALIPP SENIOR RESIDENCE OPENED IN 2005 TO ADDRESS THE HOUSING PLIGHT OF SENIORS WHO DESIRE A SAFE AND COMFORTABLE COMMUNITY EXPERIENCE. WE ACHIEVED FULL OCCUPANCY OF OUR 50 UNITS (42 2-BEDROOM/2BATHROOM AND 8 1-BEDROOM/1-BATHROOM) IN 2007 AND MAINTAINED HIGH OCCUPANCY RATES FOR THESE SAFE AND COMFORTABLE UNITS. PARTNERHSIP WITH THE HOUSTON POLICE DEPARTMENTS' BLUE STAR PROGRAMS INSURES A DRUG-FREE/CRIME-FREE FACILITY THAT RIVALS THE CITY'S FINEST LIVING ESTABLISHMENTS. TODAY, AGENCY MANAGEMENT MAINTAINS AN ACTIVE WAIT LIST AND 51% OF THE UNITS ARE OFFERED AT BELOW-THE-MARKET-RENTS FOR THE BENEFIT OF LOW-INCOME SENIORS. ON-CAMPUS BEAUTY AND BARBER SERVICES ALONG WITH EFFECTIVE PROGRAMMING ENABLE OUR RESIDENTS TO ENJOY FELLOWSHIP AND COMRADERIE MINUTES AWAY FROM THE MEDICAL CENTER, DOWNTOWN AND LOCAL EVENTS.WE ARE NOT JUST MANAGING AN APARTMENT BUILDING, WE HAVE CREATED A VIABLE AND NURTURING COMMUNITY: ONE WITH MOVIE & GAME NIGHTS, HEALTH AND WELLNESS EDUCATION, LEGAL DOCUMENT AND TAX PREPARATION, WEEKLY BIBLE STUDIES, AND COMMUNITY PARTIES THAT ENGAGE THE RESIDENTS IN FUN AND REWARDING EXPERIENCES.
WALIPP PUBLIC DEFENDER - WALIPP LED THE ADVOCACY EFFORTS BEFORE THE HARRIS COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT TO CONFIRM ALEX BUNIN AS CHIEF PUBLIC DEFENDER, THE FIRST IN OUR COUNTY'S HISTORY. THE OFFICE OF THE PUBLIC DEFENDER STEPS IN WHEN AN ACCUSED PERSON CANNOT AFFORD TO HIRE A LAWYER. MR. BUNIN'S APPOINTMENT, MADE POSSIBLE AS A RESULT OF THE EFFORTS OF THE WALIPP AND RELIGIOUS LEADERS OF ALL FAITHS, MARKED A MAJOR IMPROVEMENT IN THE SYSTEM OF CRIMINAL JUSTICE FOR HOUSTON'S INDIGENT POPULATION. THE CLERGY COALITION, WHICH INCLUDES REV. BILL LAWSON, RABBI SAM KARFF AND ARCHBISHOP JOSEPH FIORENZA, SEEKS ALTERNATIVES TO SAFELY REDUCE THE OVERINCARCERATION OF LOW-LEVEL, NONVIOLENT OFFENDERS AND TO SUPPORT INDIGENT DEFENSE.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Cheryl Lawson Executive Director | Officer | 60 | $152,568 |
Yolanda Smith Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Terence Frederick Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Catherine Mosbacher Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Mary Ramos Chair | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Imogen Papadopoulos Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $2,640,194 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $238,741 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $2,878,935 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $533,993 |
| Investment income | $72,797 |
| 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 | $3,692,985 |
| 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. | $182,568 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $182,568 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $1,499,941 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $134,089 |
| Payroll taxes | $46,379 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $461,296 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $0 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $240,000 |
| Travel | $0 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 |
| Interest | $295,364 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $5,795 |
| Insurance | $112,551 |
| All other expenses | $367,530 |
| Total functional expenses | $4,008,504 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $944,130 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $655,433 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $123,803 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $0 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $7,243,837 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $0 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $0 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $3,409,003 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $28,434 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $56,830 |
| Total assets | $12,461,470 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $12,471 |
| 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 | $2,931,966 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $29,161 |
| Total liabilities | $2,973,598 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $4,017,511 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $5,470,361 |
| 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 | $12,461,470 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 4 grants that William A Lawson Institute For Peace & Prosperity has recieved totaling $60,300.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
American Endowment Foundation Hudson, OH PURPOSE: GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | $25,000 |
Samuels Family Foundation Bellaire, TX PURPOSE: FOR CHARITABLE PURPOSES. | $25,000 |
Houston Texans Foundation Houston, TX PURPOSE: TO STRENGTHEN THE THIRD WARD COMMUNITY THROUGH EDUC SUCCESS FOR ALL STUDENTS & PROVIDE SAFE HOUSING FOR SENIORS | $10,000 |
Shell Oil Company Foundation Houston, TX PURPOSE: MG | $300 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Circuit Events Local Organizing Committee Austin, TX | $5,758,250 | $14,482,431 |
American Productivity & Quality Center Inc Houston, TX | $30,940,165 | $18,224,607 |
Dallas Tourism Public Improvement District Corporation Dallas, TX | $29,263,170 | $10,147,188 |
Better Business Bureau Of North Central Texas Inc Dallas, TX | $3,812,795 | $6,541,958 |
Arkansas Capital Corporation Little Rock, AR | $35,717,433 | $8,371,701 |
Open Compute Project Foundation Austin, TX | $5,357,330 | $7,132,647 |
San Antonio Tourism Public Improvement District Corporation San Antonio, TX | $8,579,205 | $6,386,484 |
William A Lawson Institute For Peace & Prosperity Houston, TX | $12,461,470 | $3,692,985 |
Dottie System Inc Baton Rouge, LA | $4,069,603 | $4,084,315 |
Oklahoma Alliance For Manufacturing Excellence Inc Tulsa, OK | $2,792,871 | $3,651,596 |
La Fe Preparatory School Inc El Paso, TX | $1,712,513 | $2,611,735 |
Conference Of Consulting Actuaries Bee Cave, TX | $11,632,171 | $2,821,046 |