Commission On Economic Opportunity Of Luzerne County
- Assets
- $24.7m
- Revenue
- $41.1m
- Investments
- $785.2k
- Employees
- 157
- Location
- Wilkesbarre, PA
- Founding
- 02/1967
- Data as of
- 06/2021
- EIN
- 23-1653093
Organization Overview
Commission On Economic Opportunity Of Luzerne County is located in Wilkesbarre, PA. The organization was established in 1967. According to its NTEE Classification (L80) the organization is classified as: Housing Support, under the broad grouping of Housing & Shelter and related organizations. As of 06/2021, Commission On Economic Opportunity Of Luzerne County employed 157 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Commission On Economic Opportunity Of Luzerne County 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, Commission On Economic Opportunity Of Luzerne County generated $41.1m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 6 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 9.4% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $39.6m during the year ending 06/2021. While expenses have increased by 8.4% per year over the past 6 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
SUPPORT ECONOMIC AND SOCIAL INDEPENDENCE FOR LOW INCOME PEOPLE BY PROVIDING A RANGE OF COMMUNITY SERVICES.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
HOUSING AND EMERGENCY SERVICES: OFFERS HOUSING STABILITY SERVICES TO LOW INCOME FAMILIES WITH CHILDREN, VETERANS, AND VULNERABLE SENIOR CITIZENS AND DISABLED WITH FIXED INCOMES. PROVIDES RESOLUTIONS TO SHORT TERM, EMERGENCY HOUSING NEEDS TO PREVENT HOMELESSNESS. PROVIDES GUIDANCE AND ASSISTANCE FOR OTHER SHORT TERM FINANCIAL EMERGENCIES THAT ALLOW FAMILIES WITH CHILDREN, SENIOR CITIZENS, THE DISABLED, AND VETERANS. PROGRAM FUNDING INCLUDES FEDERAL, STATE AND LOCAL SOURCES. HOUSING SUPPORTS INCLUDING RENTAL AND RELOCATION ASSISTANCE, EMERGENCY SHELTER, FORECLOSURE PREVENTION WAS PROVIDED TO 3,842 FAMILIES WITH CHILDREN, SENIOR CITIZENS, DISABLED AND VETERANS. SERVICES ENABLE FAMILIES TO ATTAIN OR MAINTAIN THEIR STABLE HOUSING.
WEATHERIZATION AND ENERGY ASSISTANCE: PROMOTES RESIDENTIAL ENERGY CONSERVATION AND HEALTH AND SAFETY; ADDRESSES SHORT-TERM ENERGY CRISES FOR LOW-INCOME FAMILIES, SENIOR CITIZENS, THOSE WITH DISABILITIES, AND VETERANS FACED WITH BROKEN HEATING EQUIPMENT, LACK OF FUEL, OR UTILITY SERVICE TERMINATION. PROGRAM FUNDING SOURCES INCLUDE FEDERAL, STATE, AS WELL AS VARIOUS UTILITY COMPANIES AND PRIVATE DONORS. 7,485 HOUSEHOLDS QUALIFIED FOR EMERGENCY HEATING ASSISTANCE THOUGH THE LIHEAP CRISIS PROGRAM; 10,715 LOW INCOME FAMILIES WITH CHILDREN, SENIOR CITIZENS, THE DISABLED AND VETERANS ENROLLED IN UTILITY CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS; 339 FAMILIES RECEIVED WEATHERIZATION SERVICES.
FOOD BANK/NUTRITION SERVICES: DISTRIBUTES DONATED AND PURCHASED FOOD PRODUCT TO A NETWORK OF 200 FOOD DISTRIBUTION PARTNERS. PROMOTES HEALTHY NUTRITION AMONG LOW INCOME AND VULNERABLE POPULATIONS IN OUR 4 COUNTY REGIONS, ESPECIALLY CHILDREN AND SENIOR CITIZENS. PROGRAM FUNDING INCLUDES FEDERAL, STATE AND PRIVATE DONORS; INCLUDING FOOD COMPANIES, BUSINESSES, FOUNDATIONS, AND INDIVIDUALS. THE FOOD BANK RECEIVED 11,313,078 LBS. OF DONATED FOOD PRODUCT VALUED AT $20,250,409; SUPPLEMENTAL FOOD BOXES PROVIDED TO APPROX. 1,700 SENIORS MONTHLY; AGENCY FOOD PANTRIES PROVIDED 5,847 UNITS OF SERVICE TO 1,239 UNIQUE FAMILIES; THANKSGIVING VOUCHERS PROVIDED TO 7,175 FAMILIES; 333 VIRTUAL NUTRITION EDUCATION SESSIONS REACHED 1,004 SCHOOL-AGED CHILDREN, 402 ADULTS AND 929 ELDERLY AND 390,481 PRINTED RECIPES AND NUTRITION INFORMATION WAS SHARED AT FOOD PANTRIES THROUGHOUT THE COMMUNITY.
DONATIONS AND GRANTS AND HOUSING
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Matthew Bayzic Key Employee | Officer | 40 | $194,403 |
Roderick Blaine Key Employee | Officer | 40 | $164,396 |
Em Brady Ceo/assistant Secretary | Officer | 33 | $149,055 |
Judge Hugh Mundy President | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Gary Lamont Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Marie Mccormick Vice President | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Joseph L Vullo Attorney Legal | 6/29/20 | $114,800 |
Joseph L Vullo Attorney Legal | 6/29/20 | $114,800 |
Gensel Custom Heating And Air Construction | 6/29/20 | $236,787 |
Monk Heating & Air Construction | 6/29/20 | $109,554 |
Gensel Custom Heating And Air Construction | 6/29/20 | $236,787 |
Monk Heating & Air Construction | 6/29/20 | $109,554 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $18,045,222 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $21,488,500 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $14,466,321 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $39,533,722 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $1,463,028 |
| Investment income | $22,350 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | -$758 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $41,061,242 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $212,390 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $23,663,265 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $158,361 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $2,261 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $5,315,013 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $1,519,230 |
| Payroll taxes | $598,220 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Advertising and promotion | $32,252 |
| Office expenses | $0 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $285,806 |
| Travel | $76,108 |
| 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 | $383,703 |
| Insurance | $478,805 |
| All other expenses | $786,958 |
| Total functional expenses | $39,580,745 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $0 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $10,261,840 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $3,577,416 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $1,592,065 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $17,424 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $8,450,363 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $785,172 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $24,684,280 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $1,266,190 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $10,354,102 |
| 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 | $240,000 |
| Total liabilities | $11,860,292 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $6,159,774 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $6,664,214 |
| 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 | $24,684,280 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Commission On Economic Opportunity Of Luzerne County has awarded $390,114 in support to 2 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
Wilkesbarre, PA PURPOSE: INCREASING ECONOMIC AND SOCIAL INDEPENDENCE FOR LOW INCOME PEOPLE | $375,114 |
Scranton, PA PURPOSE: PRESERVE FUNDS FOR BOYS AND GIRLS CLUBS OF AMERICA | $15,000 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 10 grants that Commission On Economic Opportunity Of Luzerne County has recieved totaling $2,173,254.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Robin Hood Foundation New York, NY PURPOSE: POVERTY RELIEF | $1,896,000 |
United Way Of Wyoming Valley Wilkes Barre, PA PURPOSE: PROGRAM OPERATING COSTS | $90,458 |
Central Pennsylvania Food Bank Harrisburg, PA PURPOSE: FOOD RELIEF | $58,326 |
Geisinger Health Danville, PA PURPOSE: SUPPORT MISSION | $25,000 |
Wyoming County United Way Inc Tunkhannock, PA PURPOSE: PROGRAM SUPPORT | $24,996 |
The Luzerne Foundation Wilkesbarre, PA PURPOSE: PROGRAM SUPPORT, WEINBERG FOOD BANK, MATCHING GIFT INCENTIVES, ARK CHARITY PROJECT | $23,000 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Chn Housing Partners Cleveland, OH | $74,492,798 | $91,427,214 |
Aspire Of Western New York Inc Getzville, NY | $37,144,710 | $73,972,719 |
Allegheny Council To Improve Our Neighborhoods-Housing Incorporated Pittsburgh, PA | $58,739,057 | $67,049,805 |
Commission On Economic Opportunity Of Luzerne County Wilkesbarre, PA | $24,684,280 | $41,061,242 |
Emerald Development And Economic Cleveland, OH | $37,695,936 | $37,548,229 |
Community First Fund Lancaster, PA | $129,035,730 | $44,963,943 |
Womens Housing And Economic Development Corporation Bronx, NY | $29,527,353 | $27,859,543 |
Joint Ownership Entity New York City Corp New York, NY | $155,995,039 | $17,434,025 |
Breaking Ground Housing Development Fund Corporation New York, NY | $193,138,085 | $25,961,669 |
Highland Park Community Development Corporation Brooklyn, NY | $3,265,910 | $15,414,103 |
Beyond Owners Group Inc Willow Street, PA | $131,731,512 | $8,827,345 |
Springpoint Senior Living Inc Cherry Hill, NJ | $72,542,176 | $10,591,630 |