Northwest Health Law Advocates
- Assets
- $1.7m
- Revenue
- $1.4m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 6
- Location
- Seattle, WA
- Founding
- 07/1999
- Data as of
- 12/2022
- EIN
- 91-1961032
Organization Overview
Northwest Health Law Advocates is located in Seattle, WA. The organization was established in 1999. According to its NTEE Classification (E01) the organization is classified as: Alliances & Advocacy, under the broad grouping of Health Care and related organizations. As of 12/2022, Northwest Health Law Advocates employed 6 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Northwest Health Law Advocates 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 12/2022, Northwest Health Law Advocates generated $1.4m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 4 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 38.3% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $651.1k during the year ending 12/2022. While expenses have increased by 11.7% per year over the past 4 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.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2022
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
NOHLA WORKS FOR ACCESS TO HEALTH CARE THROUGH OUTREACH, EDUCATION TRAINING LEGAL POLICY ANALYSIS PROPOSING SOLUTIONS REPRESENTING LOW-INCOME INDIVIDUALS ON ISSUES OF PUBLIC SIGNIFICANCE.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
ANALYZED LEGAL AND POLICY ISSUES AND PROVIDED INPUT TO FEDERAL AND STATE GOVERNMENTS AND POLICYMAKERS ON PROPOSED RULES, PROCEDURES, LEGISLATION AND BUDGET RELATED TO HEALTH CARE ACCESS, EQUITY AND AFFORDABILITY IN PUBLIC PROGRAMS AND PRIVATE INSURANCE, INCLUDING PANDEMIC-RELATED PROTECTIONS STATE SUBSIDIES TO IMPROVE AFFORDABILITY OF INDIVIDUAL HEALTH COVERAGE STRENGTHENING STATES PUBLIC OPTION STATE GRANTS FOR HEALTH CARE PROVIDERS TO SERVE UNINSURED RESIDENTS HEALTH COVERAGE EQUITY FOR IMMIGRANTS IMPACT OF IMMIGRATION RULES ON ACCESS TO HEALTH CARE IMPACT OF FEDERAL HEALTH CARE PROPOSALS ON WASHINGTON OUT-OF-NETWORK SURPRISE PROVIDER BILLING LONG-TERM CARE ELIGIBILITY COVERAGE OF SERVICES IN MEDICAID. MENTORED OTHER ADVOCATES IN DRAFTING COMMENTS ON REGULATIONS. FILED AMICUS CURIAE BRIEF IN CASE CHALLENGING DENIAL OF MENTAL HEALTH THERAPY. ANALYZED SURVEY OF WA RESIDENTS ON IMPACT OF HEALTH CARE PRICES.
ADVOCATED WITH AGENCIES, FOCUSING ON IMPROVED AND AFFORDABLE COVERAGE AND CARE FOR LOW-INCOME, VULNERABLE INDIVIDUALS, WOMEN AND IMMIGRANTS INCLUDING MORE AFFORDABILITY AID FOR LOW-INCOME MEDICARE ENROLLEES, MAXIMIZING ENROLLMENT OF ELIGIBLE INDIVIDUALS IN NEWLY-EXPANDED MEDICAID POSTPARTUM COVERAGE, OBTAINING FEDERAL WAIVER FOR WA EXCHANGE TO SERVE IMMIGRANTS, LANGUAGE ACCESS IMPROVEMENTS IN INSURANCE AND PUBLIC PROGRAMS, IMPROVING SURPRISE BILLING PROTECTIONS AND CHARITY CARE RULES. LED STAKEHOLDER GROUPS AND WORKED WITH AGENCIES TO ADDRESS THE IMPACT OF FEDERAL AND STATE LAWS ON LOW-INCOME POPULATIONS AND TO PROMOTE DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION.
PROVIDED OVER 50 TRAININGS PRESENTATIONS, NUMEROUS PUBLICATIONS, ELECTRONIC NEWSLETTERS SOCIAL MEDIA POSTINGS ON HEALTH ACCESS FOR IMMIGRANTS/KNOW YOUR RIGHTS, ADMINISTRATIVE ADVOCACY, PANDEMIC-RELATED CHANGES TO PUBLIC PROGRAMS, HEALTH COVERAGE RIGHTS, IMPACT OF HEALTH POLICY CHANGES LEGAL DEVELOPMENTS INCLUDING HEALTH INSURANCE, REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH RIGHTS, MEDICAID, WASHINGTON HEALTH BENEFIT EXCHANGE, CHARITY CARE IMMIGRANT HEALTH, REACHING THOUSANDS OF ADVOCATES, LAWYERS, HEALTH PROVIDERS, INDIVIDUALS. HELD FULL-DAY CONTINUING LEGAL EDUCATION EVENT-- HEALTH CARE ACCESS-- HOW ARE THE COURTS SHAPING OUR FUTURE. PRESENTED TO CMS LEADERSHIP WA HEALTH CARE COST TRANSPARENCY BOARD. REVISED DRAFTED PUBLICATIONS FOR WASHINGTON LAWHELP, WASHINGTON LAWYERS PRACTICE MANUAL, NOHLA WEBSITE. PROVIDED REGULAR LEGISLATIVE UPDATES ON WASHINGTON HEALTH CARE ACCESS LEGISLATION BUDGET TO COMMUNITY. PROVIDED AN ESTIMATED 200 CONSULTATIONS FOR LEGAL SERVICES PRIVATE ATTORNEYS, PROVIDERS, COMMUNITY ADVOCATES LAW STUDENTS ON HEALTH PROGRAMS ACCESS TO CARE.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Janet Varon Executive Director | Officer | 31.5 | $101,509 |
Lori Buchsbaum President Board Member | OfficerTrustee | 4 | $0 |
Audrey Sheffield Treasurer Board Member | OfficerTrustee | 4 | $0 |
Sujatha Branch Vice President, Secretary Board Member | OfficerTrustee | 0.5 | $0 |
Cezanne Garcia Board Member | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Christina Peters Board Member | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $537 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $0 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $1,335,373 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $1,335,910 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $8,259 |
| Investment income | $6,674 |
| 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 | $1,350,843 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $10,000 |
| 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. | $106,324 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $38,808 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $310,264 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $12,550 |
| Other employee benefits | $26,691 |
| Payroll taxes | $32,567 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $4,425 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $34,100 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $15,000 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $57,045 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $8,466 |
| Information technology | $8,781 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $13,440 |
| Travel | $126 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $3,777 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $0 |
| Insurance | $2,837 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $651,140 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $129,147 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $617,647 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $903,835 |
| 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 | $1,650,629 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $71,632 |
| 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 | $71,632 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $617,497 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $961,500 |
| 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 | $1,650,629 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Northwest Health Law Advocates has awarded $74,250 in support to 2 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
EL CENTRO DE LA RAZA PURPOSE: work on immigrant access to healthcare | $68,000 |
ENTRE HERMANOS PURPOSE: COVID-19 health care access for immigrants | $6,250 |