Youth Law Center
- Assets
- $6.2m
- Revenue
- $4.6m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 29
- Location
- San Francisco, CA
- Founding
- 04/1972
- Data as of
- 12/2021
- EIN
- 94-1715280
Organization Overview
Youth Law Center is located in San Francisco, CA. The organization was established in 1972. 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 12/2021, Youth Law Center employed 29 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Youth Law Center 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 12/2021, Youth Law Center generated $4.6m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 7 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 8.5% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $3.4m during the year ending 12/2021. While expenses have increased by 5.8% per year over the past 7 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
2021
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
PROTECTION OF THE RIGHTS OF MINORS. PROVIDE LEGAL EDUCATION, COUNSEL, LEGAL REPRESENTATION AND GENERAL ASSISTANCE IN THE REFORM OF THE LAW REGARDING THE RIGHTS OF MINORS.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
GENERAL MISSION AND ADVOCACY - YLC ADVOCATES TO TRANSFORM JUVENILE JUSTICE AND CHILD WELFARE SYSTEMS ACROSS THE NATION SO EVERY CHILD AND YOUTH CAN THRIVE, UTILIZING MULTIPLE STRATEGIES, INCLUDING LITIGATION; LEGISLATION AND POLICY REFORM; TRAINING AND TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE; LEADERSHIP AND PUBLIC EDUCATION; AND MODEL PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT. AS A PUBLIC INTEREST LAW FIRM, YLC FIGHTS FOR LAWS AND POLICIES TO REDUCE INCARCERATION AND INSTITUTIONALIZATION; ENSURE CHILDREN REMOVED FROM THEIR HOMES ARE IN FAMILIES AND RECEIVE HUMANE AND FAIR TREATMENT, AND RECEIVE THE EDUCATION, HEALTH CARE, FAMILY CONNECTION, AND SUPPORTS YOUTH NEED TO SUCCESSFULLY TRANSITION OUT OF SYSTEMS AND THRIVE AS ADULTS.
THE QUALITY PARENTING INITIATIVE (QPI) IS YLC'S NATIONAL CHILD WELFARE SYSTEM CHANGE INITIATIVE. QPI IS A RELATIONSHIP-BASED APPROACH TO FOSTER CARE, BASED ON THE CONCEPT THAT EVERY CHILD NEEDS EXCELLENT PARENTING EVERY DAY. QPI WORKS TO REFORM CHILD WELFARE PRACTICE AND POLICY TO MEET THAT GOAL BY LISTENING TO AND PARTNERING WITH THOSE WHO ARE DIRECTLY IMPACTED. QPI IS WORKING WITH MORE THAN 80 JURISDICTIONS IN 10 STATES: CALIFORNIA, CONNECTICUT, FLORIDA, KANSAS, LOUISIANA, MINNESOTA, NEVADA, NEW MEXICO, PENNSYLVANIA AND TEXAS AND HAS IMPACTED LOCAL, STATE, AND NATIONAL PRACTICE, POLICY AND CULTURE.
YOUTH LAW ADVOCACY SUPPORT - YLC SERVES AS AN IOLTA FUNDED SUPPORT CENTER ON YOUTH LAW ISSUES FOR QUALIFIED LEGAL SERVICES PROGRAMS PROVIDING DIRECT LEGAL SERVICES IN CALIFORNIA. YLC'S STAFF PROVIDES IMPACT ADVOCACY AND ADVOCACY SUPPORT THROUGH CO-COUNSELING, CONSULTATION, RESEARCH, TRAINING, AND OTHER ASSISTANCE ON A RANGE OF ISSUES INCLUDING PUBLIC BENEFITS, HOUSING, EDUCATION, HEALTH CARE AND OTHER LEGAL ISSUES FACING YOUNG PEOPLE IN THE JUVENILE COURT SYSTEM. YLC ALSO WORKS TO INCREASE CAPACITY OF LEGAL SERVICES PROGRAMS TO ADDRESS THE CIVIL LEGAL ISSUES FACING TRANSITION AGE YOUTH INCLUDING ECONOMIC SUPPORTS, HOUSING, HEALTH CARE, EDUCATION AND OTHER TRANSITIONAL SUPPORT SERVICES.
OTHER PROGRAMS
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Jennifer Rodriguez Executive Di | Officer | 40 | $163,282 |
Carole Shauffer Senior Direc | 40 | $162,235 | |
Jamie Averett Quality Pare | 40 | $129,997 | |
Maria Ramiu Managing Dir | 40 | $124,230 | |
Erin Palacios Staff Attorn | 40 | $118,964 | |
Meredith Desaultes Taft Staff Attorn | 40 | $108,739 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $1,177,895 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $1,947,606 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $3,125,501 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $1,407,000 |
| Investment income | $987 |
| 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 | $4,557,219 |
| 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. | $163,282 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $11,903 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $1,760,120 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $517,316 |
| Payroll taxes | $0 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $40,036 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $0 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $17,565 |
| Information technology | $51,415 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $79,368 |
| Travel | $7,925 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 |
| Interest | $385 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $5,399 |
| Insurance | $12,429 |
| All other expenses | $13,022 |
| Total functional expenses | $3,351,072 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $3,064,884 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $1,854,643 |
| 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 | $16,870 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $8,575 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $1,248,462 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $11,886 |
| Total assets | $6,205,320 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $92,672 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $58,253 |
| 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 | $150,925 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $3,627,630 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $2,426,765 |
| 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 | $6,205,320 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 10 grants that Youth Law Center has recieved totaling $780,946.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
The California Wellness Foundation Los Angeles, CA PURPOSE: FOR CORE OPERATING SUPPORT TO IMPROVE THE WELLBEING AND POSTSECONDARY EDUCATIONAL JOURNEY OF YOUNG PEOPLE INVOLVED WITH JUVENILE JUSTICE SYSTEMS IN CALIFORNIA THROUGH STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT, TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE, AND PUBLIC POLICY EFFORTS. | $500,000 |
The Zellerbach Family Foundation San Francisco, CA PURPOSE: GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT FOR YOUTH LAW CENTER | $100,000 |
Annie E Casey Foundation Baltimore, MD PURPOSE: SUPPORT TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE WITH STRENGTHENING FAMILIES ACT IMPLEMENTATION, FOSTERING CONNECTIONS ACT AND FAMILY FIRST ACT | $70,000 |
California Changelawyers San Francisco, CA PURPOSE: MOVEMENT LAWYERING | $50,000 |
Mightycause Charitable Foundation Marianna, FL PURPOSE: UNRESTRICTED | $37,490 |
The Louis E Newman Charitable Trust Los Altos, CA PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $10,000 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Neighborhood Legal Services Of Los Angeles County Glendale, CA | $15,484,574 | $19,079,887 |
California Rural Legal Assistance Inc Oakland, CA | $14,600,496 | $20,882,280 |
Legal Aid Society Of San Diego San Diego, CA | $15,145,816 | $17,326,996 |
Metropolitan Public Defender Service Inc Portland, OR | $8,044,816 | $18,356,669 |
Inner City Law Center Los Angeles, CA | $17,738,196 | $17,206,542 |
Public Counsel Los Angeles, CA | $30,574,529 | $22,640,331 |
National Center For Youth Law Oakland, CA | $22,722,399 | $21,981,853 |
Florence Immigrant And Refugee Rights Project Inc Tucson, AZ | $19,480,878 | $17,243,235 |
Legal Services Of Northern California Sacramento, CA | $5,798,116 | $12,088,565 |
Community Legal Aid Socal Santa Ana, CA | $12,459,593 | $12,638,604 |
California Appellate Project San Francisco, CA | $5,763,935 | $11,023,144 |
Inland Counties Legal Services Inc Riverside, CA | $3,308,865 | $11,146,641 |