Sights For Hope
- Assets
- $1.9m
- Revenue
- $1.2m
- Investments
- $628.2k
- Employees
- 30
- Location
- Allentown, PA
- Founding
- 09/1951
- Data as of
- 06/2022
- EIN
- 23-1352260
Organization Overview
Sights For Hope is located in Allentown, PA. The organization was established in 1951. According to its NTEE Classification (P86) the organization is classified as: Blind & Visually Impaired Centers, under the broad grouping of Human Services and related organizations. As of 06/2022, Sights For Hope employed 30 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Sights For Hope 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 06/2022, Sights For Hope generated $1.2m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 7 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 4.3% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $1.2m during the year ending 06/2022. While expenses have increased by 3.9% 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
2022
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
SIGHTS FOR HOPE'S MISSION IS TO PROVIDE PEOPLE WITH VISUAL IMPAIRMENTS THE SKILLS, SUPPORTS, AND SOLUTIONS THAT ADVANCE THEIR SELF-SUFFICIENCY. SIGHTS FOR HOPE SERVICES IN PENNSYLVANIA'S LEHIGH, NORTHAMPTON, AND MONROE COUNTIES TRANSFORM LIVES OF THE PEOPLE IT SERVES BY REMOVING THE BARRIERS TO THEIR INDEPENDENCE AND SUCCESS. THESE SERVICES TEACH ADAPTIVE SKILLS TO ACCOMPLISH DAILY LIFE ACTIVITIES; PROVIDE SUPPORTS THAT COUNTER THE EFFECTS OF VISUAL IMPAIRMENTS AND INCREASE ACCESS TO ESSENTIAL SERVICES, INCLUDING MEDICAL CARE AND HEALTHY FOOD; AND ADVANCE SOLUTIONS THAT ENHANCE SIGHT CAPABILITIES. MORE THAN 40% OF SIGHTS FOR HOPE'S CLIENTS LIVE BELOW OR NEAR THE FEDERAL POVERTY LINE AND APPROXIMATELY 85% LIVE AT OR BELOW 300% OF THE FEDERAL POVERTY LINE. MOST OF ITS SERVICES ARE PROVIDED AT NO COST.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
CLIENT AND PATIENT SERVICES: SERVICES FOR PEOPLE WITH QUALIFYING VISUAL IMPAIRMENTS INCLUDE GROUP AND ONE-ON-ONE LIFE SKILLS EDUCATION PROGRAMS; CASEWORKER SUPPORT; GUIDED TRANSPORT SERVICES THAT INCREASE THEIR ACCESS TO MEDICAL CARE, FOOD, AND OTHER ESSENTIALS; PEER SUPPORT GROUPS; PERSONAL COUNSELING; SOCIAL AND RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES; PUBLIC SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES; FUNCTIONAL LOW VISION EXAMS BY A PROFESSIONAL OPTOMETRIST; AND INDIVIDUALIZED CONSULTATIONS PERFORMED TO MATCH CLIENTS AND PATIENTS WITH THE ASSISTIVE DEVICES THAT BEST MEET THEIR NEEDS.
PREVENTION SERVICES: SIGHTS FOR HOPE'S SCREENINGS OF CHILDREN, MOST OF WHOM ARE AGES 0-6, ARE CONDUCTED WITH ADVANCED HAND-HELD SPOT VISION SCREENER THAT IS HIGHLY ACCURATE IN THE DETERMINATION OF CONDITIONS SUCH AS NEARSIGHTEDNESS, FARSIGHTEDNESS, ASTIGMATISMS, STRABISMUS, AND AMBLYOPIA. SIGHTS FOR HOPE'S COMMUNITY EDUCATION PROGRAMS FOR PRESCHOOL CHILDREN, STUDENTS, ADULTS, AND PROFESSIONALS PROMOTE EYE HEALTH, EYE SAFETY, AND INCLUSION OF PEOPLE WITH VISUAL IMPAIRMENTS.
SERVICE OUTCOMES - IN THE 2021-2022 SERVICE YEAR, SIGHTS FOR HOPE PRODUCED THE FOLLOWING OUTCOMES:95% OF ITS CLIENTS MAINTAINED THEIR LEVEL OF INDEPENDENCE98% OF CLIENTS IMPROVED OR MAINTAINED THEIR ABILITY TO PERFORM DAILY ACTIVITIES98% OF CLIENTS GAINED IMPROVED ACCESS TO MEDICAL SERVICES76% OF CLIENTS GAINED IMPROVED ACCESS TO NUTRITIOUS FOODS79% OF CLIENTS REPORTED IMPROVED SAFETY AND FUNCTIONALITY OF THEIR HOMES73% OF CLIENTS ACHIEVED AN IMPROVED OUTLOOK ON LIFE78% OF CLIENTS ACHIEVE AN IMPROVED OVERALL QUALITY OF LIFE4,680 CHILDREN AGES 0-6 RECEIVED FREE VISION SCREENINGS - A YEAR-OVER-YEAR INCREASE OF 159% AND A PROGRESSION TOWARD PRE-PANDEMIC LEVELS 15% OF CHILDREN AGES 0-6 WHO RECEIVED VISION SCREENINGS WERE FOUND TO HAVE AN UNDETECTED VISUAL IMPAIRMENT OF ANY TYPE AND WERE REFERRED FOR SERVICE BY EYE CARE PROFESSIONALS.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Dennis W Zehner Executive Director CEO | Officer | 40 | $63,244 |
Michael Wambaugh President | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Fred Folland Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Devin Darby Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Kate Raymond Vice President | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Linwood Gehris Board Member | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $26,000 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $360,000 |
| Government grants | $0 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $472,946 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $858,946 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $310,123 |
| Investment income | $110 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $16,981 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $2,525 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $1,903 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $11,010 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $11,397 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $1,212,995 |
| 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. | $67,817 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $37,299 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $582,224 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $55,379 |
| Payroll taxes | $52,427 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $0 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $104,282 |
| Advertising and promotion | $13,164 |
| Office expenses | $56,623 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $115,415 |
| Travel | $30,347 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $4,963 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $72,995 |
| Insurance | $29,247 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $1,209,531 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $230,227 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $10,561 |
| 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 | $45,222 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $11,280 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $887,196 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $628,241 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $80,053 |
| Total assets | $1,892,780 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $91,135 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $8,248 |
| 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 | $99,383 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $1,161,156 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $632,241 |
| 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 | $1,892,780 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 12 grants that Sights For Hope has recieved totaling $121,080.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
United Way Of The Greater Lehigh Valley Allentown, PA PURPOSE: DONOR DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT; PROGRAM OPERATING COSTS | $57,454 |
R Dale & Francis M Hughes Foundatn Tr Lancaster, PA PURPOSE: OPERATIONS | $22,000 |
Harry C Trexler Estate Allentown, PA PURPOSE: TO SUPPORT VISION REHABILITATION SERVICES FOR LEHIGH COUNTY RESIDENTS. | $12,000 |
Allone Charities Wilkesbarre, PA PURPOSE: GENERAL USE OF THE ORGANIZATION | $8,080 |
Two Rivers Health & Wellness Foundation Easton, PA PURPOSE: VISUAL IMPAIRMENT | $7,500 |
Fleming Foundation Zionsville, PA PURPOSE: CONTRIBUTION TO GENERAL FUND | $5,000 |
Endowment Analysis
| Beg. Balance | $3,266,843 |
| Earnings | -$390,303 |
| Admin Expense | $2,622 |
| Net Contributions | $433,158 |
| Grants | $360,000 |
| Ending Balance | $2,947,076 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Association For The Blind And Visually Impaired-Goodwill Industr Rochester, NY | $38,384,000 | $14,634,022 |
Via Visually Impaired Advancement Buffalo, NY | $14,312,562 | $14,987,718 |
Keystone Blind Association Hermitage, PA | $7,368,800 | $13,832,538 |
Visions Services For The Blind And Visually Impaired New York, NY | $132,242,399 | $14,332,092 |
Cincinnati Association For The Blind Cincinnati, OH | $47,537,282 | $12,376,472 |
Cleveland Society For The Blind Cleveland, OH | $134,853,057 | $29,589,386 |
Blind Industries & Services Of Maryland Baltimore, MD | $36,482,311 | $9,322,066 |
North Central Sight Services Inc Williamsport, PA | $12,090,988 | $11,041,823 |
Visioncorps Lancaster, PA | $39,668,941 | $11,840,915 |
Clovernook Center For The Blind And Visually Impaired Cincinnati, OH | $36,604,319 | $10,891,182 |
Jewish Guild For The Blind New York, NY | $68,568,868 | $9,629,979 |
Guide Dog Foundation For The Blind Inc Smithtown, NY | $48,826,109 | $13,918,395 |