Community Development Project Inc
- Assets
- $4.8m
- Revenue
- $7.4m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 62
- Location
- New York, NY
- Founding
- 05/2019
- Data as of
- 06/2023
- EIN
- 83-1441257
Organization Overview
Community Development Project Inc, operating under the name Takerootjustice, is located in New York, NY. The organization was established in 2019. According to its NTEE Classification (S20) the organization is classified as: Community & Neighborhood Development, under the broad grouping of Community Improvement & Capacity Building and related organizations. As of 06/2023, Takerootjustice employed 62 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Takerootjustice is a 501(c)(3) and as such, is described as a "Charitable or Religous organization or a private foundation" by the IRS.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
TAKEROOT JUSTICE PROVIDES LEGAL, PARTICIPATORY RESEARCH AND POLICY SUPPORT TO STRENGTHEN THE WORK OF GRASSROOTS AND COMMUNITY-BASED GROUPS IN NEW YORK CITY TO DISMANTLE RACIAL, ECONOMIC AND SOCIAL OPPRESSION.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
HOUSING RIGHTS: TAKEROOT'S AFFORDABLE HOUSING WORK HAS PRESERVED MORE THAN 10,000 UNITS OF AFFORDABLE HOUSING, ACHIEVED MILLIONS OF DOLLARS' WORTH OF REPAIRS FOR LOW-INCOME TENANTS, AND KEPT THOUSANDS OF NEW YORKERS IN THEIR HOMES BY PREVENTING EVICTION AND DISPLACEMENT. TAKEROOT'S HOUSING RIGHTS TEAM PROVIDES LEGAL SUPPORT TO NEIGHBORHOOD GROUPS ACROSS THE CITY THAT ARE ORGANIZING LOW-INCOME TENANTS TO FIGHT BACK AGAINST GENTRIFICATION AND PRESERVE THE AFFORDABILITY OF NEW YORK'S HOUSING STOCK. TAKEROOT PROVIDES CIVIL LEGAL SERVICES TO LOW-INCOME TENANTS BY BRINGING SUIT ON BEHALF OF TENANT ASSOCIATIONS AGAINST LANDLORDS ATTEMPTING TO DISPLACE LOW-INCOME TENANTS BY WITHHOLDING REPAIRS, ILLEGALLY INCREASING RENTS, HARASSING AND INTIMIDATING TENANTS. TAKEROOT'S HOUSING RIGHTS TEAM ALSO PROVIDES LEGAL ASSISTANCE THROUGH COMMUNITY WORKSHOPS AND TRAINING, LEGAL CLINICS AND A ADVICE HOTLINE. IN COALITION WITH LOCAL GRASSROOTS ORGANIZATIONS, TAKEROOT'S HOUSING RIGHTS TEAM ALSO WORKS TO STRENGTHEN TENANT PROTECTIONS AT THE LOCAL AND STATE LEVEL TO ENSURE HOUSING STABILITY FOR ALL NEW YORKERS
RESOURCE MANAGEMENT AND COALITION COORDINATION: TAKEROOT'S RESOURCE MANAGEMENT TEAM ADMINISTERS AND MANAGES THE ORGANIZATION'S GOVERNMENT FUNDING CONTRACTS AND COLLECTS AND ANALYZES DATA ON TAKEROOT'S MANY PROGRAMS AND SERVICES. THE TEAM ALSO INCLUDES PROFESSIONALS WHO COORDINATE AND MANAGE COALITIONS OF NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS ENGAGED IN HOUSING, IMMIGRATION AND EMPLOYMENT WORK IN NEW YORK CITY.
IMMIGRANTS' RIGHTS: TAKEROOT'S IMMIGRANTS' RIGHTS TEAM FINDS INNOVATIVE WAYS TO USE AND CHANGE LAWS IN ORDER TO BUILD POWER IN IMMIGRANT COMMUNITIES OF COLOR. TAKEROOT EMPLOYS THE TOOLS OF DIRECT REPRESENTATION, COMMUNITY EDUCATION, AND ADVOCACY TO ADVANCE THE RIGHTS OF LOW-INCOME IMMIGRANTS. TAKEROOT PARTNERS WITH WORKING CLASS IMMIGRANT ORGANIZING GROUPS TO PROVIDE THEIR MEMBERS WITH COMPREHENSIVE LEGAL REPRESENTATION IN AFFIRMATIVE AND REMOVAL DEFENSE CASES. TAKEROOT AIMS TO PROTECT INDIVIDUALS FROM DETENTION AND DEPORTATION, KEEP FAMILIES TOGETHER AND BUILD POWER IN IMMIGRANT COMMUNITIES. TAKEROOT PROVIDES UP-TO-DATE KNOW YOUR RIGHTS ("KYR") WORKSHOPS AND MATERIALS TO HELP OUR PARTNERS KEEP THEIR BASE SAFE AND INFORMED OF CHANGES IN IMMIGRATION POLICY. TAKEROOT'S TEAM IS ALSO INVOLVED IN EFFORTS TO SUPPORT THE DEVELOPMENT OF IMMIGRANT COMMUNITY DEFENSE NETWORKS, ADVOCACY TO CHALLENGE HARSH IMMIGRATION LAWS AND ENFORCEMENT PRACTICES, AND PROMOTE LANGUAGE ACCESS
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Irene Linares Outgoing Union Rep | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Michele Burger Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Lee Bynum Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Sean Doyle Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Ladonna Lusher Chair | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Laine Romero-Alston Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Ncheng Llp Financial Services | 6/29/23 | $278,112 |
Dega Systems It Support Services | 6/29/23 | $161,144 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $6,071,643 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $1,359,760 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $7,431,403 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $0 |
| 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 | $7,431,403 |
| 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. | $416,394 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $416,394 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $4,128,358 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $121,603 |
| Other employee benefits | $684,188 |
| Payroll taxes | $427,442 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $349,571 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $22,000 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $554,119 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $40,027 |
| Information technology | $16,699 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $323,172 |
| Travel | $1,325 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Insurance | $34,539 |
| All other expenses | $43,563 |
| Total functional expenses | $7,280,066 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $744,144 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $4,006,566 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $0 |
| 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 | $13,775 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $0 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $4,764,485 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $347,355 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $254,826 |
| Tax-exempt bond liabilities | $0 |
| Escrow or custodial account liability | $228,924 |
| Loans and other payables to any current Officer, Director, or Controlling Person | $0 |
| Secured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $762,528 |
| Other liabilities | $354,926 |
| Total liabilities | $1,948,559 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $2,068,644 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $747,282 |
| 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 | $4,764,485 |