Independence First Inc
- Assets
- $17.2m
- Revenue
- $27.0m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 1,410
- Location
- Milwaukee, WI
- Founding
- 12/1980
- Data as of
- 12/2021
- EIN
- 39-1343425
Organization Overview
Independence First Inc is located in Milwaukee, WI. The organization was established in 1980. According to its NTEE Classification (P80) the organization is classified as: Centers to Support the Independence of Specific Populations, under the broad grouping of Human Services and related organizations. As of 12/2021, Independence First Inc employed 1,410 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Independence First Inc 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, Independence First Inc generated $27.0m in total revenue. The organization has seen a slow decline revenue. Over the past 6 years, revenues have fallen by an average of (2.2%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $25.3m during the year ending 12/2021. As we would expect to see with falling revenues, expenses have declined by (3.9%) per year over the past 6 years. 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
INDEPENDENCE FIRST IS A NON-PROFIT 501C3 INDEPENDENT LIVING CENTER (ILC) DIRECTED AND CONTROLLED BY PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES, PRIMARILY SERVING THE FOUR COUNTY METROPOLITAN MILWAUKEE AREA. OUR MISSION IS TO EFFECTIVELY FACILITATE EMPOWERMENT OF INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES THROUGH THE CORE SERVICES OF ADVOCACY, INDEPENDENT LIVING SKILLS, INFORMATION AND REFERRAL, PEER SUPPORT, AND TRANSITION. INDEPENDENCE FIRST PROMOTES DIVERSITY AND MULTICULTURAL PARTICIPATION IN ITS OPERATIONS AND SERVICES.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
PERSONAL ASSISTANCE SERVICES PROVIDE PERSONAL CARE SERVICES AT HOME FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES WITH RN SUPERVISION AND CASE MANAGEMENT FOR PARTICIPANTS. THESE SERVICES ASSIST PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES TO REMAIN INDEPENDENT IN THE COMMUNITY RATHER THAN BE FORCED TO MOVE INTO AN INSTITUTIONAL SETTING.
INDEPENDENT LIVING SKILLS TRAINING PROVIDES PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES WITH EDUCATION AND TRAINING TO INCREASE THEIR ABILITY TO LIVE INDEPENDENTLY IN THE COMMUNITY. SKILLS TRAINING OFFERED INCLUDE TOPICS OF MONEY, HOME AND TIME MANAGEMENT, COMMUNICATION SKILLS, HOW TO BUILD SELF-ESTEEM, HOW TO SET GOALS AND MAKE GOOD DECISIONS, DEALING WITH CONFLICT AND ANGER, STRESS MANAGEMENT, ASSERTIVENESS, COMPUTER TRAINING, JUST TO NAME A FEW. INDIVIDUALS SET THEIR GOALS AND TRAINING ASSISTS THEM TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN ACHIEVING THEM.
ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY SERVICE PROVIDES EDUCATION ABOUT, EVALUATIONS FOR, AND TRIALS OF ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY EQUIPMENT. THIS PROGRAM EXISTS TO HELP INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES, FAMILY MEMBERS, FRIENDS, SERVICE PROVIDERS, AND EMPLOYERS MAKE INFORMED CHOICES ABOUT ADAPTIVE EQUIPMENT AND TO FIND COST-EFFECTIVE WAYS TO MEET THEIR ADAPTIVE EQUIPMENT NEEDS.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Marcia Boucher President/ceo | Officer | 40 | $206,472 |
Deb Langham Chief Operating Officer | Officer | 40 | $170,973 |
Wendy Huot Dir. Of Business Services | Officer | 40 | $155,793 |
Tracy Thomas Controller | 40 | $126,762 | |
Kathleen Meisner Dir. Of Independent Living Services | 40 | $114,746 | |
Jacob Nowak Information Technology Dir. | 40 | $108,057 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $125,504 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $754,933 |
| Government grants | $797,397 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $242,356 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $1,920,190 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $24,716,150 |
| Investment income | $126,447 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | -$8,078 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $252,182 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $27,006,891 |
| 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. | $577,051 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $577,051 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $19,085,794 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $440,441 |
| Other employee benefits | $1,561,644 |
| Payroll taxes | $1,383,370 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $9,203 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $48,450 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $19,705 |
| Fees for services: Other | $470,024 |
| Advertising and promotion | $180,413 |
| Office expenses | $352,673 |
| Information technology | $328,040 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $266,225 |
| Travel | $18,314 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $21,521 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $7,118 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $286,146 |
| Insurance | $193,595 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $25,342,992 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $679,863 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $700,000 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $129,550 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $2,243,671 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $35,930 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $0 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $560,399 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $5,910,661 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $6,858,062 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $41,812 |
| Total assets | $17,159,948 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $992,516 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $221,311 |
| 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 | $2,298,789 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $339,211 |
| Total liabilities | $3,851,827 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $10,122,826 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $3,185,295 |
| 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 | $17,159,948 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 17 grants that Independence First Inc has recieved totaling $216,534.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
United Way Of Greater Milwaukee & Waukesha County Inc Milwaukee, WI PURPOSE: REDUCING BARRIERS TO EMPLOYMENT | $65,000 |
United Way Of Greater Milwaukee & Waukesha County Inc Milwaukee, WI PURPOSE: HEALTHY YOUTH | $35,000 |
Employment Resources Incorporated Madison, WI PURPOSE: WORK INCENTIVES PLANNING AND ASSISTANCE PROGRAM | $22,225 |
Greater Milwaukee Foundation Inc Milwaukee, WI PURPOSE: SUSTAINING SUPPORT | $15,434 |
Greater Milwaukee Foundation Inc Milwaukee, WI PURPOSE: SUSTAINING SUPPORT | $15,434 |
Alvin & Marion Birnschein Foundation Milwaukee, WI PURPOSE: GENERAL | $15,000 |
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