Legal Voice
- Assets
- $4.7m
- Revenue
- $4.8m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 28
- Location
- Seattle, WA
- Founding
- 11/1978
- Data as of
- 12/2023
- EIN
- 91-1047900
Organization Overview
Legal Voice is located in Seattle, WA. The organization was established in 1978. According to its NTEE Classification (I80) the organization is classified as: Legal Services, under the broad grouping of Crime & Legal-Related and related organizations. As of 12/2023, Legal Voice employed 28 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Legal Voice 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 12/2023, Legal Voice generated $4.8m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 9 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 14.0% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $3.0m during the year ending 12/2023. While expenses have increased by 11.9% per year over the past 9 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 2015, Legal Voice has awarded 20 individual grants totaling $1,439,500. 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
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
LEGAL VOICE WAS FOUNDED ON THE BELIEF THAT ALL WOMEN, GIRLS, AND LGBTQ+ PEOPLE SHOULD BE ABLE TO LIVE THEIR LIVES WITH DIGNITY, SAFETY, AND AUTONOMY. WE ADVANCE JUSTICE AND BUILD COMMUNITY POWER BY USING MULTIPLE STRATEGIES: LITIGATION, LEGISLATIVE ADVOCACY, AND PUBLIC EDUCATION.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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SEXUAL VIOLENCE LAW PROGRAM: THROUGH TRAUMA INFORMED, HOLISTIC, SURVIVOR-CENTERED LEGAL ADVOCACY THAT IS BASED IN RACE AND GENDER EQUITY PRINCIPLES THE SVL PROGRAM PROVIDES DIRECT REPRESENTATION TO PROTECT THE PRIVACY, SAFETY, AND CIVIL RIGHTS OF SURVIVORS OF SEXUAL VIOLENCE.
PUBLIC EDUCATION PROGRAM: THROUGH OUR PUBLIC EDUCATION PROGRAM (PEP), LEGAL VOICE PROVIDES STAKEHOLDERS, ALLIES, AND COMMUNITY PARTNERS WITH INFORMATION ABOUT THE LAW AND THEIR LEGAL RIGHTS. WE OFTEN PARTNER WITH COMMUNITY GROUPS ON TRAININGS, PRESENTATIONS, AND THE DEVELOPMENT OF KNOW YOUR RIGHTS MATERIALS, AND ARE SEEKING TO MAKE THIS INFORMATION AS ACCESSIBLE AS POSSIBLE.
LITIGATION PROGRAM: WE PARTNER CLOSELY WITH THOSE DIRECTLY IMPACTED TO IDENTIFY LEGAL ISSUES THAT WILL HAVE A BROAD IMPACT ACROSS COMMUNITIES. THROUGH THESE PARTNERSHIPS, WE PARTICIPATE AS COUNSEL AND/OR AMICUS CURIAE IN CASES THAT HAVE THE ABILITY TO CHANGE OR CREATE NEW LAW, ELEVATE COMMUNITY VOICES AND EXPERIENCES, AND PROVIDE OPPORTUNITIES TO BUILD COMMUNITY AND COLLECTIVE POWER.
LEGISLATIVE ADVOCACY PROGRAM: OUR ADVOCACY WORK IS A DIRECT REFLECTION OF COMMUNITY'S PRIORITIES, NEEDS, AND HOPES. THROUGH COMMUNITY LAWYERING, WE CENTER THE COMMUNITY'S VISION OF CHANGE AND PRIORITIZE LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT. TOGETHER WE DRAFT AND ADVOCATE FOR POLICES AT THE STATE AND LOCAL LEVELS THAT INCORPORATE THE GOALS OF THOSE MOST MARGINALIZED AND DEFEND AGAINST BILLS AND POLICIES THAT WILL IMPEDE PROGRESS. WE BELIEVE THAT THOSE CLOSEST TO THE PAIN SHOULD ALSO BE CLOSEST TO THE POWER.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Neha Nariya President | OfficerTrustee | 10 | $0 |
Michelle Francis Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 10 | $0 |
Elizabeth Weinstein VP Development | OfficerTrustee | 8 | $0 |
Vanessa Torres Hernandez Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 8 | $0 |
Carolea Casas Board Member | Trustee | 6 | $0 |
Mika Rothman Board Member | Trustee | 6 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $586 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $863,689 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $3,889,605 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $880,345 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $4,753,880 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $27,198 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | -$10,054 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | -$52 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $4,770,972 |
| 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. | $315,113 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $19,624 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $1,827,712 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $100,207 |
| Payroll taxes | $190,427 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $374 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $31,435 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $36,000 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $19,470 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $193,719 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $36,067 |
| Information technology | $75,863 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $11,278 |
| Travel | $40,262 |
| 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 | $5,989 |
| Insurance | $13,498 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $2,996,837 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $1,032,794 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $916,851 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $1,758,590 |
| 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 | $10,433 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $16,332 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $827,381 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $107,824 |
| Total assets | $4,670,205 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $13,456 |
| 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 | $108,165 |
| Total liabilities | $121,621 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $2,994,999 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $1,553,585 |
| 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 | $4,670,205 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Legal Voice has awarded $421,000 in support to 4 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
GENDER JUSTICE PURPOSE: Program Assistance | $122,500 |
SOUTHWEST WOMEN'S LAW CENTER PURPOSE: Program Assistance | $110,000 |
CALIFORNIA WOMEN'S LAW CENTER PURPOSE: Program Assistance | $6,000 |
WOMEN'S LAW PROJECT PURPOSE: Program Assistance | $182,500 |