Los Angeles Urban League
- Assets
- $2.1m
- Revenue
- $3.6m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 38
- Location
- Los Angeles, CA
- Founding
- 07/1945
- Data as of
- 06/2021
- EIN
- 95-1691288
Organization Overview
Los Angeles Urban League is located in Los Angeles, CA. The organization was established in 1945. According to its NTEE Classification (P22) the organization is classified as: Urban League, under the broad grouping of Human Services and related organizations. As of 06/2021, Los Angeles Urban League employed 38 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Los Angeles Urban League 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 06/2021, Los Angeles Urban League generated $3.6m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 6 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 0.5% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $3.0m during the year ending 06/2021. 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
TO HELP AFRICAN AMERICANS AND OTHERS IN UNDERSERVED COMMUNITIES ACHIEVE THEIR HIGHEST TRUE SOCIAL PARITY, ECONOMIC SELF-RELIANCE, POWER, AND CIVIL RIGHTS. SEE SCHEDULE O FOR FURTHER DETAILS.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
THE URBAN CENTER FOR ENTREPRENEURSHIP IS DESIGNED TO HELP LOCAL AND SMALLMINORITY-OWNED BUSINESSES THRIVE, BY PROVIDING TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE, TRAINING WORKSHOPS, AND ONE-ON-ONE CONSULTATION TO BUSINESS OWNERS. TRAINING AND CONSULTATION IS PROVIDED BY SEASONED ENTREPRENEURS, PROFESSIONAL BUSINESS COACHES, AND GUEST SPEAKERS WITH EXPERTISE IN FINANCE, SALES, ACCOUNTING, AND OTHER DISCIPLINES. WORKSHOPS ARE CO-SPONSORED BY CORPORATIONS, BANKS, COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS, AND OTHER ENTITIES, LIKE THE SBA, THAT HAVE A SHARED INTEREST IN INCREASING THE FINANCIAL LITERACY, BUSINESS ACUMEN, AND SCALE OF DISADVANTAGED BUSINESSES. TRAINING CONTENT INCLUDES: ACCOUNTING; DIGITAL MARKETING; CERTIFICATION; LOAN READINESS; CONTRACT READINESS; AND A VARIETY OF OTHER TOPICS AIMED AT HELPING OWNERS TO GROW THEIR BUSINESSES, EARN HIGHER PROFITS, AND HIRE MORE LOCAL EMPLOYEES.
OTHER PROGRAMS: REMAINDER OF PROGRAM EXPENSES WERE INCURRED FOR CLIENT SUPPORTIVE SERVICES (E.G. TRANSPORTATION, CLOTHING, UNION DUES, ETC.); OUTREACH EFFORTS LIKE JOB FAIRS AND COMMUNITY EVENTS; STAFFING OF RECRUITMENT AND PLACEMENT INITIATIVES; RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT OF YOUTH EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS, SPECIFICALLY:1. BRIDGE BUILDERS YOUTH STEM PROGRAM2. BLACK WEALTH ATTAINMENT AND RETENTION WORKSHOPS3. 2021 VIRTUAL BLACK HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION EDUCATIONAL INITIATIVE4. RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT OF EDUCATION PROGRAMS
THE BACKSTAGE CAREERS PROGRAM PREPARES YOUNG ADULTS FOR NEW CAREERS IN THE ENTERTAINMENT INDUSTRY, THROUGH EDUCATION AND TRAINING, AND THROUGH PARTNERSHIP WITH EMPLOYERS LOOKING FOR QUALIFIED APPLICANTS. LAUL WORKS WITH TV AND FILM STUDIOS, PRODUCTION COMPANIES, ENTERTAINMENT UNIONS, COLLEGES, AND MUSIC INDUSTRY PLAYERS TO PROVIDE CLIENTS WITH TRAINING, STIPENDS, REAL-WORLD EXPERIENCE LEADING TO APPRENTICESHIPS AND JOB PLACEMENT. TRAINING AND HIRING PARTNERS INCLUDE PARAMOUNT, LIONSGATE ENTERTAINMENT, AMAZON PRIME STUDIOS, AND 1500 SOUND ACADEMY.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Michael A Lawson President & CEO | Officer | 40 | $220,000 |
Brian Williams VP & COO | Officer | 40 | $148,837 |
Deidra Sherman CFO | Officer | 40 | $95,550 |
Noel Massie Chair Emeritus | OfficerTrustee | 1.5 | $0 |
Elliot Hinds Chairman | OfficerTrustee | 1.5 | $0 |
Faye Mcclure Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 1.5 | $0 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
The Reddock Law Group Human Resource Consu | 6/29/15 | $136,128 |
The Reddock Law Group Human Resource Consu | 6/29/15 | $136,128 |
Green Hasson & Janks Llp Accounting & Finance | 6/29/15 | $141,271 |
Joyce Madison | 6/29/15 | $115,500 |
The Zamzow Group Accounting & Finance | 6/29/15 | $191,900 |
Green Hasson & Janks Llp Accounting & Finance | 6/29/15 | $141,271 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $0 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $3,528,586 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $3,528,586 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $12,000 |
| Investment income | $3 |
| 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 | $3,576,676 |
| 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. | $498,818 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $498,818 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $624,534 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $119,161 |
| Payroll taxes | $92,537 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $14,465 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $18,000 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $121,163 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $0 |
| Advertising and promotion | $39,733 |
| Office expenses | $25,225 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $82,224 |
| 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 | $6,344 |
| Insurance | $104,661 |
| All other expenses | $270,996 |
| Total functional expenses | $3,029,111 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $1,815,062 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $5,790 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $122,863 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $118,300 |
| 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 | $17,662 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $17,837 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $2,500 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $2,100,014 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $383,840 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $328,180 |
| 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 | $4,961 |
| Total liabilities | $716,981 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $603,678 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $779,355 |
| 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 | $2,100,014 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 15 grants that Los Angeles Urban League has recieved totaling $1,194,292.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
National Urban League Inc New York, NY PURPOSE: SEE PART IV | $445,078 |
The Annenberg Foundation Conshohocken, PA PURPOSE: GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | $250,000 |
Smidt Foundation Beverly Hills, CA PURPOSE: GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | $145,000 |
Goldman Sachs Philanthropy Fund New York, NY PURPOSE: COMMUNITY & HUMAN SERVICES | $130,000 |
The Annenberg Foundation Conshohocken, PA PURPOSE: GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | $75,000 |
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc Charlotte, NC PURPOSE: OPERATIONAL SUPPORT | $40,000 |
Endowment Analysis
| Beg. Balance | $326,429 |
| Other Expense | $326,429 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Urban League Of Portland Portland, OR | $3,857,088 | $11,933,359 |
Greater Phoenix Urban League Inc Phoenix, AZ | $1,171,054 | $9,409,563 |
Greater Sacramento Urban League Sacramento, CA | $4,124,482 | $5,033,237 |
Los Angeles Urban League Los Angeles, CA | $2,100,014 | $3,576,676 |
Urban League Of San Diego County San Diego, CA | $1,059,794 | $2,239,313 |
New Horizon Foster Care Agency Inc West Sacramento, CA | $253,993 | $872,653 |
Portland African-American Leadership Forum Portland, OR | $476,871 | $765,735 |
Tucson Urban League Inc Tucson, AZ | $12,373 | $0 |
Self Enlightenment Foundation Long Beach, CA | $1,403 | $0 |
Tucson Urban League Housing Corporation Tucson, AZ | $0 | $0 |