Americans For Immigrant Justice
- Assets
- $4.8m
- Revenue
- $5.3m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 65
- Location
- Miami, FL
- Founding
- 01/1996
- Data as of
- 12/2021
- EIN
- 65-0610872
Organization Overview
Americans For Immigrant Justice, operating under the name Fka Fla Immigrant Advocacy Centr, is located in Miami, FL. The organization was established in 1996. According to its NTEE Classification (I80) the organization is classified as: Legal Services, under the broad grouping of Crime & Legal-Related and related organizations. As of 12/2021, Fka Fla Immigrant Advocacy Centr employed 65 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Fka Fla Immigrant Advocacy Centr 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, Fka Fla Immigrant Advocacy Centr generated $5.3m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 7 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 5.3% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $5.1m during the year ending 12/2021. While expenses have increased by 5.8% per year over the past 7 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
TO PROTECT AND PROMOTE THE BASIC HUMAN RIGHTS OF IMMIGRANTS OF ALL NATIONALITIES AT THE LOCAL, STATE AND NATIONAL LEVELS.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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ADVOCACYA FEDERAL JUDGE BLOCKED #SB168, AN ANTI-IMMIGRATION BILL AIMED AT BANNING SANCTUARY CITIES IN FLORIDA. PORTIONS OF THE LAW WERE DECLARED UNCONSTITUTIONAL AND DISCRIMINATORY. AI JUSTICE SERVED AS A PLAINTIFF ORGANIZATION IN THE LITIGATION.AI JUSTICE AND CO-COUNSEL REACHED A SETTLEMENT WITH THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT MANDATING FEDERAL COURT OVERSIGHT OF COMPLIANCE WITH CDC PANDEMIC GUIDELINES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS IN SOUTH FLORIDA'S ICE DETENTION FACILITIES.AI JUSTICE AND CO-COUNSEL REACHED A SETTLEMENT WITH GLADES COUNTY DETENTION CENTER FOR ITS DISCRIMINATORY AND ABUSIVE PRACTICES THAT PREVENTED DETAINED MUSLIM IMMIGRANTS FROM PRACTICING THEIR FAITH, INCLUDING BEING REGULARLY DENIED ACRES TO HALAL FOOD AND PRAYER RUGS. THE PLAINTIFFS WILL RECEIVE DAMAGES FOR THE DENIAL OF THEIR RIGHT TO OBSERVE THEIR RELIGION.THE LITIGATION AND DETENTION PROGRAMS REPRESENTED A 19-YEAR-OLD WHO HAD BEEN DETAINED BY IMMIGRATION AND CUSTOMS ENFORCEMENT FOR NEARLY 300 DAYS AND WAS ABLE TO OBTAIN HIS RELEASE THROUGH A HABEAS PETITION FILED IN FEDERAL COURT. AS PART OF A WORKING GROUP, AI JUSTICE AND PARTNERS PREPARED COMPLAINTS TO THE DHS OFFICE OF CIVIL RIGHTS AND CIVIL LIBERTIES REGARDING THE CONDITIONS AT GLADES COUNTY JAIL, DUE TO DOCUMENTED INSTANCES OF MEDICAL NEGLECT, RACIAL DISCRIMINATION, VERBAL HARASSMENT, SEXUAL HARASSMENT, LACK OF ADEQUATE COVID-19 PROTOCOLS, UNSANITARY DORMITORY CONDITIONS, AND LACK OF ACCESS TO BASIC HYGIENE SUPPLIES.IN OCTOBER OF 2021, THE LITIGATION PROGRAM RELEASED A REPORT ON THE CONDITIONS IN ICE DETENTION DURING COVID-19.
DIRECT SERVICESIN 2021, AMERICANS FOR IMMIGRANT JUSTICE (AI JUSTICE) CONTINUED TO SERVE THE COMMUNITY'S MOST VULNERABLE IMMIGRANTS DESPITE THE CHALLENGES CAUSED BY THE PANDEMIC. THE CHILDREN'S LEGAL PROGRAM SERVED 3,237 MINORS, THE FAMILY DEFENSE PROGRAM SERVED 1,209 INDIVIDUALS IN THE COMMUNITY, THE DETENTION PROGRAM SERVED 316 DETAINED INDIVIDUALS, THE LUCHA PROGRAM SERVED 835 SURVIVORS OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE, HUMAN TRAFFICKING AND/OR SEXUAL ASSAULT AND THE LITIGATION PROGRAM REPRESENTED 10 INDIVIDUALS. ADDITIONALLY, THE FAMILY DEFENSE PROGRAM PROVIDED KNOW YOUR RIGHTS PRESENTATIONS (KYRS) FOR 85 INDIVIDUALS AND SCREENING CLINICS FOR 741.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Cheryl Little Executive Director | Officer | 40 | $197,431 |
Michelle Ortiz Associate Executive Direct | 40 | $129,924 | |
Walter Cortes CFO | Officer | 40 | $129,847 |
Lisa Lehner Director Of Litigation | 40 | $109,662 | |
Markenzy Lapointe ESQ Secretary | Officer | 1 | $0 |
Khalid M Mirza At Large | Officer | 1 | $0 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Sunny Isle Llc Rent | 12/30/21 | $205,453 |
Florida Blue Health Care Premiums | 12/30/21 | $317,832 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $545,126 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $3,879,333 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $4,424,459 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $4,536 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $25,000 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $5,269,014 |
| 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. | $327,278 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $59,729 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $3,065,704 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $68,204 |
| Other employee benefits | $294,279 |
| Payroll taxes | $242,744 |
| 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 | $503,491 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $94,233 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $262,952 |
| Travel | $2,739 |
| 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 | $61,681 |
| Insurance | $11,579 |
| All other expenses | $23,248 |
| Total functional expenses | $5,107,933 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $1,204,541 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $2,907,942 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $537,073 |
| 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 | $19,965 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $67,523 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $44,360 |
| Total assets | $4,781,404 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $65,639 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $4,045 |
| 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 | $38,468 |
| Total liabilities | $108,152 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $4,501,515 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $171,737 |
| 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 | $4,781,404 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Americans For Immigrant Justice has awarded $225,176 in support to 5 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
FLORIDA INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY PURPOSE: PARTNER UNDER TCT | $89,536 |
Miami, FL PURPOSE: PARTNER UNDER TCT | $52,840 |
San Juan, PR PURPOSE: PARTNER UNDER TCT | $43,640 |
SISTERS OF THE HUMILITY OF MARY PURPOSE: PARTNER UNDER TCT | $24,577 |
New York, NY PURPOSE: LEGAL SERVICES | $14,583 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 1 grants that Americans For Immigrant Justice has recieved totaling $500.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Kahle Foundation Inc Vero Beach, FL PURPOSE: FURTHERANCE OF CHARITABLE ACTIVITY | $500 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Georgia Legal Services Program Inc Atlanta, GA | $10,846,145 | $21,808,357 |
Federal Defender Program Inc Atlanta, GA | $3,000,349 | $16,976,185 |
Atlanta Legal Aid Society Inc Atlanta, GA | $13,961,359 | $12,435,415 |
Legal Services Alabama Inc Montgomery, AL | $4,865,497 | $12,594,890 |
Legal Aid Society Of Palm Beach County Inc West Palm Beach, FL | $9,043,816 | $13,698,474 |
Community Legal Servies Of Mid- Florida Inc Orlando, FL | $10,144,490 | $11,067,426 |
Legal Services Of Greater Miami Inc Miami, FL | $17,473,917 | $11,143,793 |
Florida Rural Legal Services Inc Lakeland, FL | $6,856,034 | $8,445,441 |
Legal Services Of North Florida Inc Tallahassee, FL | $10,311,104 | $7,282,318 |
Middle District Of Alabama Federal Defender Program Inc Montgomery, AL | $721,661 | $6,413,888 |
Jacksonville Area Legal Aid Inc Jacksonville, FL | $4,666,272 | $6,853,537 |
Atlanta Volunteer Lawyers Foundation Inc Atlanta, GA | $3,717,313 | $6,971,906 |