Equal Access To Justice Inc
- Assets
- $274.6k
- Revenue
- $274.7k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 1
- Location
- Albuquerque, NM
- Founding
- 04/1996
- Data as of
- 03/2022
- 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 03/2022, Equal Access To Justice Inc generated $274.7k in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 7 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 22.6% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $249.8k during the year ending 03/2022. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Since 2020, Equal Access To Justice Inc has awarded 12 individual grants totaling $550,133. 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
2022
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
TO SUPPORT AND EXPAND CIVIL LEGAL SERVICES TO MEET THE CRITICAL LEGAL NEEDS OF NEW MEXICANS. FOR OVER 30 YEARS, EAJ HAS BEEN INCREASING ACCESS TO JUSTICE BY PROVIDING UNRESTRICTED, NONCOMPETITIVE FUNDS TO CIVIL LEGAL SERVICE PROVIDERS. THE END RESULT IS MORE FAMILIES STAYING IN THEIR HOMES, MORE CHILDREN RECEIVING THE EDUCATION THEY DESERVE, MORE SENIORS AND VETERANS ACCESSING MEDICAL BENEFITS, AND MORE WORKERS' RIGHTS BEING PROTECTED.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
NEW MEXICO LEGAL AID (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 HOW TO PROTECT THEMSELVES.
THE NEW MEXICO CENTER ON LAW AND POVERTY (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; INCREASE WORKERS' ACCESS TO FAIR AND SAFE WORKING CONDITIONS; AND STOP ABUSIVE LENDING AND DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES.
DNA PEOPLE'S LEGAL SERVICES (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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Heather Norfleet Executive Director | Trustee | 30 | $53,000 |
Susan G Chappell President | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Susan Miller Bisong Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Charles K Purcell Vice President | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Bruce Cottrell Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Amy Brown Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $11,040 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $263,609 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $274,649 |
| 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 | $274,678 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $178,575 |
| 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 | $40,000 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $10,000 |
| Other employee benefits | $3,000 |
| Payroll taxes | $3,548 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $3,415 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $0 |
| Advertising and promotion | $538 |
| Office expenses | $6,715 |
| Information technology | $2,404 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $0 |
| 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 | $962 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $249,837 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $272,645 |
| 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 | $1,918 |
| Total assets | $274,563 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $902 |
| 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 | $902 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $273,661 |
| 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 | $274,563 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Equal Access To Justice Inc has awarded $178,575 in support to 3 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
Albuquerque, NM PURPOSE: LEGAL AID ASSISTANCE | $73,340 |
Window Rock, AZ PURPOSE: LEGAL AID ASSISTANCE | $54,331 |
Albuquerque, NM PURPOSE: LEGAL AID ASSISTANCE | $50,904 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 2 grants that Equal Access To Justice Inc has recieved totaling $5,195.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Growing Up New Mexico Inc Santa Fe, NM PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $5,095 |
Abeles Foundation Walnut Creek, CA PURPOSE: SUPPORT PUBLIC CHARITIES | $100 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Daniels Fund Denver, CO | $0 | $97,503,421 |
Saudi Aramco Ret Welfare Ben Tr Houston, TX | $29,146 | $26,385,582 |
San Angelo Area Foundation San Angelo, TX | $221,834,647 | $42,062,458 |
Mercy Ships Foundation Lindale, TX | $100,019,661 | $12,520,932 |
Texas Womens Foundation Dallas, TX | $33,197,240 | $8,443,158 |
Caring For Colorado Centennial Fund Denver, CO | $31,808,788 | $10,829,484 |
Barton Institute For Community Action Denver, CO | $34,619,921 | $16,322,072 |
Forever Young Foundation Bountiful, UT | $7,150,368 | $5,097,036 |
The University Of Texas At Tyler Education Inc Tyler, TX | $0 | $51,128 |
Butcher Fund Houston, TX | $0 | $254,062 |
Lensic Performing Arts Center Corporation Santa Fe, NM | $15,012,313 | $4,156,320 |
John R & Greli N Less Charitable Trust San Antonio, TX | $117,218,576 | $120,089,499 |