Helping Link
- Assets
- $577.6k
- Revenue
- $326.6k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 2
- Location
- Seattle, WA
- Founding
- 10/2005
- Data as of
- 12/2021
- EIN
- 20-1988027
Organization Overview
Helping Link is located in Seattle, WA. The organization was established in 2005. According to its NTEE Classification (A70) the organization is classified as: Humanities, under the broad grouping of Arts, Culture & Humanities and related organizations. As of 12/2021, Helping Link employed 2 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Helping Link 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, Helping Link generated $326.6k in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 7 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 16.4% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $153.1k during the year ending 12/2021. While expenses have increased by 9.5% 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
TO EMPOWER VIETNAMESE-AMERICAN'S SOCIAL ADJUSTMENT, FAMILY STABILITY, AND SELF-SUFFICIENCY WHILE NURTURING COMMUNITY SERVICE AND YOUTH LEADERS THROUGH ESL/CITIZENSHIP CLASSES, DIGITAL LITERACY PROGRAMS, AND INFORMATION AND REFERRAL SERVICES.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
ESL AND CITIZENSHIP PROGRAMS: OUR ESL PROGRAM IS OFFERED YEAR-ROUND IN 10-WEEK INCREMENTS. TWICE A WEEK, NATIVE ENGLISH SPEAKING AND BILINGUAL INSTRUCTORS GATHER WITH OUR CLIENTS TO TEACH CONVERSATIONAL ENGLISH IN CONTEXT-FOCUSED CLASSES. CLASSES EMPHASIZE SOCIAL INTERACTION AND LANGUAGE SKILLS FOR SPECIFIC SITUATIONS IN A SAFE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT. CLIENTS PRACTICE LANGUAGE USEFUL FOR JOB-SEEKING AND MANAGING OTHER LIFE TASKS. THIS RUNS HAND-IN-HAND WITH OUR CITIZENSHIP AND NATURALIZATION CLASSES WHICH FOCUS ON AMERICAN HISTORY, GOVERNMENT, AND SOCIAL STUDIES.
TECHNOLOGY AND DIGITAL LITERACY PROGRAM: FOCUSED PRIMARILY ON COMPUTERS AND IPAD USE, THIS COURSE MEETS TWICE A WEEK TO INSTRUCT CLIENTS ON BASIC TECHNOLOGY USE IN ORDER TO HELP CLIENTS DEVELOP SKILLS NEEDED FOR EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES. THE COURSE ALSO TEACHES CLIENTS TO USE TECHNOLOGY AND SOCIAL MEDIA TO MAINTAIN COMMUNICATION, NAVIGATE AROUND THE CITY, AND STAY CONNECTED WITH THEIR COMMUNITY. OUR CLIENTS ARE GIVEN NEW MEANS TO ASSIMILATE TO THEIR NEW HOME. THIS, ALONG WITH THE RELATIONSHIPS FORGED AMONGST CLIENTS AND VOLUNTEERS, HELPS BUILD CONFIDENCE AND PREVENT THE ISOLATION COMMON TO IMMIGRANT COMMUNITIES.
INFORMATION AND REFERRAL SERVICES: WE HELP FAMILIES AND INDIVIDUALS ACCESS SERVICES AND NAVIGATE CHALLENGES IN AREAS SUCH AS EDUCATION, HEALTH, EMPLOYMENT, AND IMMIGRATION. WE HAVE A STRONG WORKING RELATIONSHIP WITH OTHER AGENCIES WHO SPECIALIZE IN THESE SERVICES THROUGH A CULTURALLY COMPETENT LENS REFLECTIVE OF OUR COMMUNITY'S NEEDS. THROUGH THIS WORK, OUR CLIENTS ARE ABLE TO EXERCISE THEIR RIGHTS, BUILD THEIR LIVES, AND CONTRIBUTE TO THE WELL-BEING OF THEIR FAMILIES AND THIS CITY.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Minh-Duc Nguyen Executive Director | Officer | 40 | $98,590 |
Hao Duong Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Carrie George President | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Mary Smith Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Betsy Mcfeely Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Alex Raquer Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $96,335 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $64,240 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $175,060 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $335,635 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $26 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | -$9,022 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $326,639 |
| 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. | $109,332 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $5,467 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $7,323 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $5,581 |
| Payroll taxes | $0 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $1,288 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $16,845 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $3,804 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $3,000 |
| Travel | $0 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $114 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $4,870 |
| Insurance | $0 |
| All other expenses | $920 |
| Total functional expenses | $153,077 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $105,418 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $416,724 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $32,500 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $3,519 |
| 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 | $19,481 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $577,642 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $6,381 |
| 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 | $6,381 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $571,261 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $0 |
| 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 | $577,642 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 11 grants that Helping Link has recieved totaling $102,819.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Satterberg Foundation Seattle, WA PURPOSE: GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | $50,000 |
American Online Giving Foundation Inc Newark, DE PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $11,200 |
Lucky Seven Foundation Wilmington, DE PURPOSE: GENERAL & UNRESTRICTED | $10,000 |
Lucky Seven Foundation Wilmington, DE PURPOSE: CHARITABLE EVENT | $10,000 |
Group Health Foumdaiton Seattle, WA PURPOSE: GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | $10,000 |
The Seattle Foundation Seattle, WA PURPOSE: TO SUPPORT THE VIETNAMESE AMERICAN ORGANIZATION | $7,500 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Literary Arts Inc Portland, OR | $14,485,873 | $11,203,520 |
Alaska Humanities Forum Anchorage, AK | $1,435,904 | $3,701,429 |
Library Foundation Inc Serving The People Of Multnomah County Portland, OR | $22,669,861 | $3,134,177 |
Richard Hugo House Seattle, WA | $7,413,381 | $2,157,328 |
Seattle Arts And Lectures Inc Seattle, WA | $2,481,915 | $2,696,759 |
Humanities Washington Seattle, WA | $1,874,322 | $2,110,794 |
Japan Business Association Of Seattle Bellevue, WA | $1,492,861 | $1,546,847 |
Hedgebrook Langley, WA | $5,559,307 | $1,728,150 |
Idaho Humanities Council Boise, ID | $2,222,458 | $1,158,629 |
Goodtime Chinese School Portland, OR | $1,015,586 | $1,575,587 |
American Studies Assn Spokane, WA | $994,754 | $1,099,135 |
Shokookai Of Portland Beaverton, OR | $785,587 | $753,552 |