Legal Aid Foundation Of Los Angeles
- Assets
- $50.2m
- Revenue
- $37.6m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 267
- Location
- Los Angeles, CA
- Founding
- 02/1943
- Data as of
- 12/2022
- EIN
- 95-1684067
Organization Overview
Legal Aid Foundation Of Los Angeles is located in Los Angeles, CA. The organization was established in 1943. 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 12/2022, Legal Aid Foundation Of Los Angeles employed 267 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Legal Aid Foundation Of Los Angeles 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, Legal Aid Foundation Of Los Angeles generated $37.6m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 8 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 12.5% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $37.4m during the year ending 12/2022. While expenses have increased by 13.8% per year over the past 8 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 2021, Legal Aid Foundation Of Los Angeles has awarded 34 individual grants totaling $17,314,913. 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
LEGAL AID FOUNDATION OF LOS ANGELES (LAFLA) SEEKS TO ACHIEVE EQUAL JUSTICE FOR LOW-INCOME PEOPLE.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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HOUSING, COMMUNITIES & EVICTION DEFENSE: ADDRESSES SYSTEMS CHANGE THROUGH LITIGATION, POLICY AND EDUCATION AIMED AT CREATING AND PRESERVING AFFORDABLE HOUSING AND HOMEOWNERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES; INCREASES ECONOMIC POWER; PRESERVES CIVIL RIGHTS; SEEKS ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE ON BEHALF OF POOR AND LOW-INCOME RESIDENTS; PARTNERS WITH COMMUNITY-BASED ORGANIZATIONS TO BUILD HEALTHY, ECONOMICALLY VIBRANT NEIGHBORHOODS. EVICTION DEFENSE CENTER: PROVIDES FREE DIRECT REPRESENTATION FOR INDIGENT INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES FACING EVICTION; NEGOTIATES WITH LANDLORDS TO ENSURE FAMILIES CAN STAY IN THEIR HOMES; DEFENDS RESIDENTS OF PUBLIC HOUSING AND SECTION 8 VOUCHER HOLDERS AGAINST LOSING THEIR HOUSING OR HOUSING SUBSIDY; HELPS CLIENTS LIVING IN UNINHABITABLE CONDITIONS TO GET REDUCTIONS IN RENT. LAFLA CLOSED 6,076 CASES IN THIS AREA OF LAW IN 2022.
SANTA MONICA COMMUNITY OFFICE: FUNDED THROUGH GRANTS FROM THE CITY OF SANTA MONICA; PROVIDES LEGAL SERVICES TO RESIDENTS OF SANTA MONICA ONLY; OFFERS DOMESTIC VIOLENCE CLINIC AND SELF-HELP LEGAL ACCESS CENTER; ATTORNEYS WORK WITH LOCAL AGENCIES AND CITY SERVICES TO PROVIDE FAMILY LAW, HOUSING, VETERANS BENEFIT AND IMMIGRATION SERVICES. THIS OFFICE CLOSED 1,073 CASES IN 2022.
RESTORING COMMUNITIES: ASSISTS INDIVIDUALS WITH CRIMINAL JUSTICE INVOLVEMENT TO REMOVE LEGAL BARRIERS TO EMPLOYMENT, HOUSING, AND BENEFITS BY CLEARING CRIMINAL CONVICTIONS, DEFENDING CITATIONS, AND RESTORING DRIVERS AND OCCUPATIONAL LICENSES. IN 2022, LAFLA CLOSED 1,448 CASES IN THESE AREAS OF LAW.SURVIVOR AND FAMILY JUSTICE: HELPS SURVIVORS OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AND SEXUAL ASSAULT GET RESTRAINING ORDERS, DIVORCES, CHILD CUSTODY, VISITATION AND SUPPORT; SECURES THE RETURN OF CONCEALED AND ABDUCTED CHILDREN.IMMIGRATION ACCESS: SUPPORTS TORTURE VICTIMS SEEKING ASYLUM IN THE UNITED STATES WITH THE IMMIGRATION PROCESS; REPRESENTS SURVIVORS OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE, HUMAN TRAFFICKING, SEXUAL ASSAULTS AND OTHER SERIOUS CRIMES TO OBTAIN PROTECTION AND PERMANENT RESIDENCY; PROTECTS VULNERABLE UNACCOMPANIED CHILDREN THROUGHOUT THE IMMIGRATION PROCESS; PROVIDES COMPREHENSIVE CASE MANAGEMENT TO VICTIMS OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AND SURVIVORS OF TORTURE. IN 2022, LAFLA CLOSED 1,045 CASES DEALING WITH THESE LEGAL ISSUES.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Amy Lerner-Hill Vice President To Pres. (6/22) | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Michael Maddigan President To Board Member (6/22) | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Kahn A Scolnick Board Member To VP (6/22) | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Brianne Wiese Board Member To Secretary (6/22) | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Amber S Finch Secretary (end 6/22) | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Lynette M Jones Board Member To Treasurer (6/22) | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Allied Intl Security Inc Security | 12/30/21 | $265,893 |
Robert Half Legal Temp Agency | 12/30/21 | $206,583 |
Lexis-nexis Legal Research | 12/30/21 | $120,693 |
House & Robertson Architects Inc Architect Services | 12/30/21 | $107,229 |
Kforce Technology Temp Agency | 12/30/21 | $108,455 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $601,612 |
| Related organizations | $500,000 |
| Government grants | $31,561,661 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $2,248,676 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $13,410 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $34,911,949 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $546,511 |
| Investment income | $441,204 |
| 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 | $37,571,083 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $10,619,693 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $58,030 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $939,941 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $442,863 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $15,531,272 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $646,394 |
| Other employee benefits | $2,465,586 |
| Payroll taxes | $1,173,823 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $191,736 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $67,300 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $438,440 |
| Advertising and promotion | $9,578 |
| Office expenses | $777,004 |
| Information technology | $426,190 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $2,166,906 |
| Travel | $24,335 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 |
| Interest | $86,480 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $422,134 |
| Insurance | $200,337 |
| All other expenses | $269,524 |
| Total functional expenses | $37,354,022 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $6,552,653 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $493,237 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $8,650,271 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $90,332 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $13,262,600 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $0 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $169,858 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $4,160,879 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $15,743,116 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $1,110,986 |
| Total assets | $50,233,932 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $7,815,114 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $3,379,527 |
| Tax-exempt bond liabilities | $0 |
| Escrow or custodial account liability | $3,702 |
| Loans and other payables to any current Officer, Director, or Controlling Person | $0 |
| Secured mortgages and notes payable | $1,200,000 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $1,128,991 |
| Total liabilities | $13,527,334 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $34,052,321 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $2,654,277 |
| 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 | $50,233,932 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Legal Aid Foundation Of Los Angeles has awarded $10,614,671 in support to 19 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
ASIAN AMERICANS ADVANCING JUSTICE - LOS ANGELES PURPOSE: Client legal assistance through sub-grants | $49,905 |
BASTA PURPOSE: Client legal assistance through sub-grants | $1,229,960 |
BET TZEDEK PURPOSE: Client legal assistance through sub-grants | $842,750 |
CENTER FOR THE PACIFIC-ASIAN FAMILY INC PURPOSE: Client legal assistance through sub-grants | $13,458 |
KOREAN AMERICAN FAMILY SERVICES PURPOSE: Client legal assistance through sub-grants | $7,829 |
COMMUNITY LEGAL AID SOCAL PURPOSE: Client legal assistance through sub-grants | $335,822 |