The Chicago Lighthouse For People Who Are Blind Or Visually Impaired
- Assets
- $37.6m
- Revenue
- $42.6m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 939
- Location
- Chicago, IL
- Founding
- 10/1933
- Data as of
- 06/2021
- EIN
- 36-2169139
Organization Overview
The Chicago Lighthouse For People Who Are Blind Or Visually Impaired is located in Chicago, IL. The organization was established in 1933. 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 06/2021, Chicago Lighthouse For People Who Are Blind Or Visually Impaired employed 939 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Chicago Lighthouse For People Who Are Blind Or Visually Impaired 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, Chicago Lighthouse For People Who Are Blind Or Visually Impaired generated $42.6m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 6 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 4.3% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $38.0m during the year ending 06/2021. While expenses have increased by 1.8% 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
990T
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990T Filing
TAX YEAR
2021
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
THE CHICAGO LIGHTHOUSE STRIVES TO PROVIDE QUALITY EDUCATIONAL, CLINICAL, (CONTINUED IN SCHEDULE O) REHABILITATION AND VOCATIONAL SERVICES TO PEOPLE WHO ARE BLIND, VISUALLY IMPARIRED, MULTI-DISABLED OR VETERANS.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
CUSTOMER SERVICE CENTER OPERATIONS INCLUDE PROVIDING CUSTOMER SERVICE JOBS FOR CONTRACTS ENTERED INTO WITH BOTH PRIVATE COMPANIES AND STATE AGENCIES, AND THE ASSESSMENT AND TRAINING PROGRAMS TO ASSIST POTENTIAL EMPLOYEES IN GAINING THE SKILLS NECESSARY FOR EMPLOYMENT IN THIS AREA.
VISION REHABILITATION AND RESEARCH: THE SANDY AND RICK FORSYTHE CENTER FOR COMPREHENSIVE VISION CARE, THE BERGMAN INSTITUTE FOR PSYCHOLOGICAL SUPPORT, AS WELL AS THE PANGERE CENTER FOR INHERITED RETINAL DISEASES, PROVIDE COMPREHENSIVE DIAGNOSTIC, REHABILITATIVE, CLINICAL, PSYCHOLOGICAL, OPTOMETRIC AND OPHTHALMOLOGICAL SERVICES, AS WELL AS RESEARCH, IN THE FIELD OF LOW VISION. SERVICES ARE PROVIDED TO PATIENTS OF ALL AGES AT THE LIGHTHOUSE AND AT A NUMBER OF SATELLITE LOCATIONS WITHIN THE CHICAGO-LAND AREA. DOCTORS AND THERAPISTS ARE SPECIFICALLY TRAINED IN THE FIELD OF LOW VISION.
PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN AND YOUTH INCLUDE: THE EARLY INTERVENTION PROGRAM, THE CHILDREN'S DEVELOPMENT CENTER, THE PRE-SCHOOL FOR ALL PROGRAM, AND THE YOUTH TRANSITIONS PROGRAM, ALL OF WHICH, TOGETHER, PROVIDE SERVICES AND/OR OPPORTUNITIES TO CHILDREN AND TEENS, WHO ARE BLIND, VISUALLY IMPAIRED AND/OR MULTI-DISABLED, FROM BIRTH THROUGH YOUNG ADULTHOOD, AS WELL AS TO THEIR FAMILIES.
THE INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS CENTER FOR THE STATE OF ILLINOIS IS ADMINISTERED BY THE CHICAGO LIGHTHOUSE AND FUNDED THROUGH THE ILLINOIS STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION. THIS PROGRAM ALSO RECEIVES AN IN-KIND GRANT FROM THE AMERICAN PRINTING HOUSE FOR THE BLIND. CHICAGO LIGHTHOUSE INDUSTRIES OPERATES MANUFACTURING, ASSEMBLY, FEDERAL GOVERNMENT SERVICE CONTRACTS AND CONTRACT CLOSEOUT ACTIVITIES. INDEPENDENT LIVING SERVICES INCLUDE PROGRAMS WHICH ARE DESIGNED TO MAXIMIZE INDEPENDENT LIVING FUNCTIONS IN THE HOME, WORKPLACE AND COMMUNITY AT LARGE. LIGHTHOUSE EMPLOYMENT SERVICES/VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION PROGRAMS PROVIDE ASSISTANCE TO PEOPLE WHO ARE BLIND OR VISUALLY IMPAIRED OR BLIND AS THEY PREPARE FOR AND SECURE EMPLOYMENT.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Szlyk Janet P President & CEO | OfficerTrustee | 32 | $310,522 |
Januszewski Mary Lynne - Cfo (thru 9/20); Fin. Adv. (as Of 9/20) | Officer | 32 | $179,057 |
Tully Pamela Evp & COO | Officer | 32 | $168,917 |
Stoeberl Kathleen SVP - Call Center Op | 40 | $151,345 | |
Bonzani Jeanette SVP - Hr | 40 | $145,745 | |
Miller Jennifer Chief Development Officer | 40 | $143,792 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Telmed Inc Sub C Call Center | 6/29/21 | $567,185 |
Paetecwindstream Telecommunication | 6/29/21 | $352,211 |
Pinnacle Development General Contracting | 6/29/21 | $969,123 |
Mutual Of Omaha Finance | 6/29/21 | $301,639 |
Lasalle Network Staffing Agency | 6/29/21 | $448,206 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $68,668 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $313,228 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $3,196,754 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $5,599,176 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $106,796 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $9,177,826 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $32,874,231 |
| Investment income | $280,427 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $434 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $367,022 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | -$212,867 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $48,489 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $42,554,444 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $796,295 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $41,794 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $869,045 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $114,232 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $21,703,242 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $214,254 |
| Other employee benefits | $2,219,335 |
| Payroll taxes | $2,275,138 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $410,142 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $155,000 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $79,575 |
| Fees for services: Other | $2,349,940 |
| Advertising and promotion | $51,663 |
| Office expenses | $1,515,000 |
| Information technology | $433,152 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $601,925 |
| Travel | $83,963 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $7,484 |
| Interest | $289,244 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $1,197,478 |
| Insurance | $169,583 |
| All other expenses | $587,369 |
| Total functional expenses | $37,978,946 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $5,866,908 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $2,351,741 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $4,103,590 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $49,928 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $362,116 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $9,569,090 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $14,542,073 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $744,970 |
| Total assets | $37,590,416 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $3,736,442 |
| 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 | $3,966,654 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $4,349,425 |
| Other liabilities | $0 |
| Total liabilities | $12,052,521 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $20,040,466 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $5,497,429 |
| 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 | $37,590,416 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 19 grants that The Chicago Lighthouse For People Who Are Blind Or Visually Impaired has recieved totaling $801,520.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Robert R Mccormick Foundation Chicago, IL PURPOSE: FOR SUPPORT OF THE VETERANS' EMPLOYMENT EMPOWERMENT PROJECT AND ILLINOIS JOINING FORCES CARE COORDINATION CENTER | $200,000 |
Network For Good Inc Washington, DC PURPOSE: UNRESTRICTED | $187,400 |
Schwab Charitable Fund San Francisco, CA PURPOSE: HUMAN SERVICES | $71,468 |
American Online Giving Foundation Inc Newark, DE PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $63,460 |
Arie And Ida Crown Memorial Chicago, IL PURPOSE: PROGRAM SUPPORT | $60,000 |
Circle Of Service Foundation Chicago, IL PURPOSE: COMMUNITY SERVICES | $50,000 |
Endowment Analysis
| Beg. Balance | $2,610,944 |
| Earnings | $30,168 |
| Net Contributions | $3,005,281 |
| Other Expense | $11,241 |
| Ending Balance | $5,635,152 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
The Chicago Lighthouse For People Who Are Blind Or Visually Impaired Chicago, IL | $37,590,416 | $42,554,444 |
Evansville Assn For The Blind Evansville, IN | $4,701,914 | $1,432,635 |
Vons Vision Inc Florence, KY | $2,556,546 | $1,445,752 |
Blind Service Association Inc Chicago, IL | $11,989,714 | $818,839 |
Visionserve Alliance Inc Saint Louis, MO | $608,379 | $599,346 |
Paws With Purpose Louisville, KY | $459,584 | $514,525 |
American Council Of The Blind Of Wisconsin Inc Milwaukee, WI | $56,522 | $241,932 |
J R & Emily Morgan Fund For The Blind And Prevention Of Blindness Milwaukee, WI | $1,983,874 | $407,545 |
Dogsinvests Palmyra, WI | $179,179 | $226,161 |
International Christian Braille Mission Inc Grayson, KY | $40,765 | $0 |
Wisconsin Lions Birch-Sturm Memorial Fund Inc Rosholt, WI | $8,487,470 | $498,923 |
Educational Center For The Visually Impaired Springfield, IL | $273,091 | $146,358 |