Omaha Association Of The Blind Inc
- Assets
- $1.4m
- Revenue
- $372.5k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 0
- Location
- Omaha, NE
- Founding
- 12/1949
- Data as of
- 12/2021
- EIN
- 47-6032166
Organization Overview
Omaha Association Of The Blind Inc is located in Omaha, NE. The organization was established in 1949. 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. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Omaha Association Of 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 12/2021, Omaha Association Of The Blind Inc generated $372.5k in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 7 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 44.1% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $54.3k during the year ending 12/2021. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Since 2016, Omaha Association Of The Blind Inc has awarded 18 individual grants totaling $270,428. If you would like to learn more about the grant giving history of this organization, scroll down to the grant profile section of this page.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2021
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
IT IS THE MISSION OF THE OMAHA ASSOCIATION OF THE BLIND TO PROMOTE THE SOCIAL, INTELLECTUAL AND ECONOMIC WELFARE OF THE BLIND, TO WORK TOWARD THEIR INTERESTS IN GENERAL AND TO FOSTER A FEELING OF FRATERNITY FELLOWSHIP.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
FINANCIAL SUPPORT TO RADIO TALKING BOOK, A RADIO PROGRAM FOR THE BLIND.
FINANCIAL SUPPORT TO SHARE-A-FARE CAB SERVICE FOR THE BLIND.
ACTIVITIES AT A RESIDENCE FOR THE BLIND AND VISUALLY IMPAIRED.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Jamie Carlson Board Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 0 | $0 |
Evelyn Katz Board Recording Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 0 | $0 |
Mark Bulger Board Chair Membership President | OfficerTrustee | 0 | $0 |
Glendora Weiland Membership Vice President | Trustee | 0 | $0 |
Lisa Johnson Board Member | Trustee | 0 | $0 |
Katie Larson Board Member | Trustee | 0 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $0 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $575 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $575 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $71,171 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $300,777 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $372,523 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $41,155 |
| 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. | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $0 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $0 |
| Payroll taxes | $0 |
| Fees for services: Management | $7,222 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $2,043 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $1,273 |
| Fees for services: Other | $0 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $0 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $0 |
| Travel | $0 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Insurance | $2,556 |
| All other expenses | $23 |
| Total functional expenses | $54,272 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $2,595 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $47,612 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $0 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $0 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $1,319,763 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $3,006 |
| Total assets | $1,372,976 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $0 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $1,372,976 |
| 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 | $1,372,976 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Omaha Association Of The Blind Inc has awarded $41,155 in support to 3 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
Omaha, NE PURPOSE: FINANCIAL SUPPORT OF RADIO STATION | $24,000 |
Omaha, NE PURPOSE: FINANCIAL SUPPORT OF PROGRAM TO ASSIST WITH TAXI CAB FEES FOR THE BLIND | $12,000 |
Omaha, NE PURPOSE: INFORMATIONAL MEETINGS, ACTIVITIES AND SUPPORT OF OF THE BLIND THROUGH ACTIVITIES AT WALTER B ROBERTS MANOR | $5,155 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Missouri Lions Eye Research Foundation Kansas City, MO | $11,391,885 | $10,320,745 |
Delta Gamma Center For Children With Visual Impairments Saint Louis, MO | $8,354,019 | $2,664,417 |
St Louis Society For The Blind St Louis, MO | $19,259,060 | $3,202,136 |
Iowa Optometric Association West Des Moines, IA | $3,760,263 | $1,289,293 |
United States Association For Blind Athletes Inc Colorado Springs, CO | $1,136,004 | $998,179 |
Outlook Enrichment Omaha, NE | $306,129 | $973,954 |
Kansas Optometric Association Topeka, KS | $1,824,467 | $775,017 |
Colorado Optometric Association Inc Denver, CO | $3,462,917 | $1,110,225 |
Nebraska Optometric Association Inc Lincoln, NE | $530,949 | $700,888 |
Heart Of America Contact Lens Society Inc Creston, IA | $410,073 | $647,803 |
Lions Business Oppertunities For The Missouri Blind Inc Jefferson City, MO | $1,258,926 | $745,364 |
Missouri Optometric Association Jefferson City, MO | $1,155,930 | $638,326 |