Equal Access To Justice Inc
- Assets
- $402.1k
- Revenue
- $410.4k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 1
- Location
- Albuquerque, NM
- Founding
- 04/1996
- Data as of
- 03/2024
- EIN
- 85-0437183
Organization Overview
Equal Access To Justice Inc is located in Albuquerque, NM. The organization was established in 1996. According to its NTEE Classification (T99) the organization is classified as: Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking Foundations N.E.C., under the broad grouping of Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking Foundations and related organizations. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Equal Access To Justice Inc 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 03/2024, Equal Access To Justice Inc generated $410.4k in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 5 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 15.4% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $304.1k during the year ending 03/2024. While expenses have increased by 7.9% per year over the past 5 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 2020, Equal Access To Justice Inc has awarded 18 individual grants totaling $957,826. 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
2024
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
TO INCREASE ACCESS TO JUSTICE, BY SUPPORTING AND EXPANDING FREE CIVIL LEGAL SERVICES FOR LOW-INCOME NEW MEXICANS.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
PROVIDING RESOURCES FOR NEW MEXICO LEGAL AID (NMLA). NMLA PROVIDES STATEWIDE CIVIL LEGAL SERVICES AND IS THE VOICE,DEFENDER AND ADVOCATE FOR POOR PEOPLE WHO ARE SEEKING JUSTICE IN ALL FORUMS, PARTICULARLY IN THE COMMUNITIES IN WHICH THEY LIVE. NMLA IS COMMITTED TO HELPING POOR PEOPLE IN THEIR STRUGGLE TO ACCESS FOOD, SHELTER, SECURITY, AND TO PRESERVE THEIR UNIQUE CULTURAL HERITAGES. NMLA PROVIDES DIRECT LEGAL REPRESENTATION AND ASSISTANCE TO 15-20,000 PEOPLE ANNUALLY IN LEGAL MATTERS THAT IMPACT ESSENTIAL NEEDS: SHELTER, PROTECTION FROM ABUSE (PHYSICAL, MENTAL, AND ECONOMIC), FOOD,INCOME PROTECTION, AND PREDATORY LENDING PRACTICES. TENS OF THOUSANDS MORE RECEIVE LEGAL INFORMATION ABOUT THEIR RIGHTS AND INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO PROTECT THEMSELVES.
PROVIDING RESOURCES FOR THE NEW MEXICO CENTER ON LAW AND POVERTY (NMCLP). NMCLP ADVANCES ECONOMIC AND SOCIAL JUSTICE THROUGH EDUCATION, ADVOCACY, AND LITIGATION. NMCLP PARTNERS WITH COMMUNITIES TO TAKE ACTION AND PURSUE SYSTEM-WIDE CHANGES TO IMPROVE LIVING CONDITIONS, AND PROTECT RIGHTS. NMCLP WORKS TO INCREASE ACCESS TO HEALTHCARE, FOOD, INCOME, AND SAFE AND AFFORDABLE HOUSING; TRANSFORM NEW MEXICO'S PUBLIC EDUCATION SYSTEM; AND INCREASE WORKERS' ACCESS TO FAIR PAY AND SAFE WORKING CONDITIONS.
PROVIDING RESOURCES FOR DNA PEOPLE'S LEGAL SERVICES (DNA). DNA PROVIDES ACCESS TO JUSTICE TO THOSE WHO ARE LOW INCOME AND VULNERABLE BY PROVIDING HIGH QUALITY LEGAL SERVICES AND EDUCATION WHILE RESPECTING TRIBAL SOVEREIGNTY AND CULTURAL TRADITIONS. SINCE 1967, DNA HAS PROVIDED FREE LEGAL AID ON THE NAVAJO NATION, JICARILLA APACHE NATION, THE HOPI NATION, AND IN REMOTE PARTS OF NEW MEXICO, NORTHERN ARIZONA, AND SOUTHERN UTAH. DNA'S SERVICES HAVE HELPED PEOPLE LIVING IN POVERTY USE EXISTING POLICIES AND LAWS TO PROTECT THEIR PROPERTY AND ASSETS, STAY SAFE FROM PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND FINANCIAL ABUSE, AVOID EXPLOITATION, AND SAFEGUARD THEIR CIVIL RIGHTS.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
M Karen Kilgore President | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Charles K Purcell Vice President | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Susan Miller Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Sonya Bellafant Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Bruce Cottrell Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
David Stout Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $0 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $410,403 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $410,403 |
| 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 | $410,403 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $214,200 |
| 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. | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $48,667 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $12,167 |
| Other employee benefits | $3,000 |
| Payroll taxes | $4,058 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $2,727 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $0 |
| Advertising and promotion | $6,079 |
| Office expenses | $7,159 |
| Information technology | $3,100 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $1,228 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Insurance | $1,269 |
| All other expenses | $430 |
| Total functional expenses | $304,084 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $402,066 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| 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 | $0 |
| 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 | $402,066 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $1,352 |
| 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 | $3,250 |
| Total liabilities | $4,602 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $397,464 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $0 |
| 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 | $402,066 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Equal Access To Justice Inc has awarded $211,200 in support to 3 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
DNA PEOPLE'S LEGAL SERVICES PURPOSE: LEGAL AID ASSISTANCE | $73,000 |
NEW MEXICO CENTER ON LAW AND POVERTY PURPOSE: LEGAL AID ASSISTANCE | $66,700 |
NEW MEXICO LEGAL AID PURPOSE: LEGAL AID ASSISTANCE | $71,500 |