Duluth Lighthouse For The Blind Inc
- Assets
- $1.8m
- Revenue
- $1.5m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 28
- Location
- Duluth, MN
- Founding
- 03/1951
- Data as of
- 06/2021
- EIN
- 41-0706140
Organization Overview
Duluth Lighthouse For The Blind Inc is located in Duluth, MN. The organization was established in 1951. According to its NTEE Classification (G41) the organization is classified as: Eye Diseases, Blindness & Vision Impairments, under the broad grouping of Voluntary Health Associations & Medical Disciplines and related organizations. As of 06/2021, Duluth Lighthouse For The Blind Inc employed 28 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Duluth Lighthouse For The Blind 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 06/2021, Duluth Lighthouse For The Blind Inc generated $1.5m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 6 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 10.1% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $1.3m during the year ending 06/2021. While expenses have increased by 8.0% 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
FOSTERING VIBRANT LIVES FOR PEOPLE WITH VISION LOSS AND OTHER CHALLENGES TO INDEPENDENCE. TO ACCOMPLISH THIS MISSION, THE LIGHTHOUSE OPERATES MANY DIFFERENT PROGRAMS, SERVING PEOPLE OF ALL AGES IN NORTHERN MN AND NORTHWESTERN WI. AS A RESULT OF OUR COMMITMENT, PEOPLE ARE MAXIMIZING THEIR SELF-RELIANCE AND ARE OPTOMOSTIC ABOUT POSSIBILITIES. OUR PROGRAMS - DEIVERED AT OUR CENTER, IN CLIENTS' HOMES AND IN WORKPLACES - PROVIDE TRAINING, TECHNOLOGY AND SOCIAL/EMOTIONAL SUPPORTS THAT EMPOWER THE WHOLE PERSON.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY SERVICES FOR OLDER ADULTS AND INDIVIDUALS OF ALL AGES WIHT DISABILITIES. SERVING 300+ PEOPLE PER YEAR. WE PROVIDE ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY ASSESSMENTS, INDIVIDUALIZED TECHNOLOGY TRAINING, DEVICE LOANS AND DEMONSTRATIONS, AND CUSTOMIZED TECHNOLOGY SET UP. FOLLOW-UP RESULTS INDICATE MOST CLIENTS ARE USING TECHNOLGOY DAILY AND REPORT SIGNIFICANT GAINS IN INDEPENDENCE AND QUALITY OF LIFE.
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY AND OTHER INDEPENDENT LIVING SERVICES, SERVING OLDER ADULTS AND INDIVIDUALS WITH VISION LOSS AND OTHER DISABILITIES. PROVIDING 1:1 SERVICE TO 200+ PEOPLE PER YEAR, PROMOTING AGING IN PLACE, SAFETY, CONNECTION, QUALITY OF LIFE. DOCUMENTED RESULTS FOR LOW VISION CLIENTS SHOW 15 PERCENTAGE POINT INCREASE ON A VALIDATED TOOL MEASURING FUNCTIONAL INDEPENDENCE. FOR CLIENTS ACROSS DISABILITY AREAS, 90%+ REPORT OUR SERVICES HELP THEM SAY IN THEIR HOMES.
ADJUSTMENT TO BLINDNESS (ATB) REHABILITATION SERVICES: INCLUDES OUR TRANSITION PROGRAM FOR TEENS, ATB TRAINING SERVICES FOR ADULTS AT OUR CENTER OR IN THEIR HOMES. TRAINING IS HIGHLY INDIVIDUALIZED TO EACH PERSON'S NEEDS FOR INDEPENDENT LIVING AND WORK. WE SERVE 25-40 TEENS PER YEAR AND 20-60 ADULTS.
STORE, SCHOOL SERVICES, OTHER TRAINING AND OUTREACH SERVICES, TALKING BOOK RADIO, INFORMATION AND REFERRAL SERVICES.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Mary Junnila Executive Di | Officer | 40 | $72,550 |
Jim Denney Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Michelle Juntunen President | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Barb Larson Vice Preside | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Sarah Sorenson Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Todd Britten Board | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $290,202 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $359,822 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $650,024 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $473,074 |
| Investment income | $77,346 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $299,131 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $1,499,575 |
| 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. | $72,550 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $7,255 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $677,172 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $76,423 |
| Payroll taxes | $64,408 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $5,250 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $21,481 |
| Advertising and promotion | $29,704 |
| Office expenses | $27,421 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $0 |
| Travel | $11,194 |
| 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 | $29,000 |
| Insurance | $34,234 |
| All other expenses | $79,032 |
| Total functional expenses | $1,338,390 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $81,935 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $446,771 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $207,308 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $50,162 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $43,801 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $11,493 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $605,908 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $374,694 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $1,822,072 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $168,595 |
| 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 | $168,595 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $1,653,477 |
| 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 | $1,822,072 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 5 grants that Duluth Lighthouse For The Blind Inc has recieved totaling $109,508.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Charles K Blandin Foundation Grand Rapids, MN PURPOSE: PROJECT SUPPORT TO ALLEVIATE SOCIAL ISOLATION BY PROMOTING BROADBAND CONNECTIVITY AND USE AMONG RURAL ARROWHEAD SENIORS AS PART OF THE BROADBAND PROGRAM IN RURAL MINNESOTA. | $50,000 |
Duluth Superior Area Community Foundation Inc Duluth, MN PURPOSE: PROGRAM SUPPORT | $40,480 |
Minneapolis Foundation Minneapolis, MN PURPOSE: HEALTH | $10,000 |
Stairstep Foundation Minneapolis, MN PURPOSE: Vaccine incentives | $9,000 |
Amazonsmile Foundation Seattle, WA PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $28 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Beyond Vision Inc Milwaukee, WI | $23,591,708 | $9,394,034 |
Vision Forward Association Incorporated Milwaukee, WI | $6,770,094 | $2,817,896 |
Duluth Lighthouse For The Blind Inc Duluth, MN | $1,822,072 | $1,499,575 |
Blindness-Learning In New Dimensions Inc Minneapolis, MN | $1,379,551 | $1,622,923 |
Iowa Optometric Association West Des Moines, IA | $3,760,263 | $1,289,293 |
Wisconsin Council Of The Blind & Visually Impaired Inc Madison, WI | $11,120,842 | $1,458,735 |
National Society To Prevent Blindness Milwaukee, WI | $1,000,091 | $878,132 |
Childrens Eye Foundation Roseville, MN | $2,723,556 | $1,418,550 |
Combat Blindness International Inc Madison, WI | $700,105 | $815,137 |
American Council Of The Blind Enterprises And Services Inc Brooklyn Center, MN | $221,780 | $1,106,698 |
Wisconsin Optometric Asociation Madison, WI | $1,750,914 | $749,977 |
Heart Of America Contact Lens Society Inc Creston, IA | $410,073 | $647,803 |