Virgin Island Advocacy Inc
- Assets
- $403.2k
- Revenue
- $1.1m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 7
- Location
- Frederiksted, VI
- Founding
- 10/1996
- Data as of
- 09/2021
- EIN
- 66-0363251
Organization Overview
Virgin Island Advocacy Inc, operating under the name Disability Rights Center Of Vi, is located in Frederiksted, VI. The organization was established in 1996. According to its NTEE Classification (R20) the organization is classified as: Civil Rights, under the broad grouping of Civil Rights, Social Action & Advocacy and related organizations. As of 09/2021, Disability Rights Center Of VI employed 7 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Disability Rights Center Of VI 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 09/2021, Disability Rights Center Of VI generated $1.1m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 6 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 6.0% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $1.1m during the year ending 09/2021. While expenses have increased by 6.1% 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
PROTECTION AND ADVOCACY FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
THE DISABILITY RIGHTS CENTER OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS (DRCVI) PROVIDED SENSITIVITY TRAININGS AND METHODS AIMED AT DE-ESCALATING POTENTIALLY DANGEROUS ENCOUNTERS BETWEEN PERSONS WITH DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES AND THE POLICE; HOSTED WORKSHOPS FOR LOCAL STAKEHOLDER ORGANIZATIONS, AND PRODUCED LOCAL TELEVISION AND RADIO PROGRAMS THAT CENTER ON THE DISABILITY EXPERIENCE.
THE DISABILITY RIGHTS CENTER OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS (DRCVI) CONDUCTED 9 WORKSHOPS ON INDIVIDUAL RIGHTS WITHIN THE COMMUNITY: WE WORKED WITH THE GOVERNMENT OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS HUMAN RESOURCES PERSONNEL ON THE SUBJECT OF REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS, WE TRAINED MEMBERS OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS DEAF AND HARD OF HEARING ADVOCATES ON THE VACCINATION PROCESS AND INDIVIDUAL RIGHTS, AND WE TRAINED THE VIRGIN ISLANDS POLICE DEPARTMENT AND PEACE OFFICERS ON THE SUBJECT OF LAW ENFORCEMENT INTERACTION WITH INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES AND THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT. (ADA). IN ADDITION, DRCVI ADVOCATED ON BEHALF OF 12 INDIVIDUALS, BROADCAST 6 RADIO SHOWS AND 1 PSA ON INDIVIDUAL RIGHTS, AND DISSEMINATED 1136 PUBLICATIONS TO RELEVANT AUDIENCES ON INDIVIDUAL RIGHTS.
DRCVI PROVIDES PROTECTION AND ADVOCACY SERVICES FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH MENTAL ILLNESS INCLUDING: MONITORING FACILITIES THAT SERVE PERSONS WITH MENTAL ILLNESS, DISSEMINATING INFORMATION, AND PROVIDING LEGAL ASSISTANCE. DRCVI STAFF CONTINUES TO ADVOCATE FOR A CASE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM IN THE VIRGIN ISLANDS FOR PERSONS WITH A MENTAL ILLNESS. WE MONITORED 18 FACILITIES TERRITORY-WIDE AND PROVIDED INFORMATION ON MENTAL ILLNESS RESOURCES VIA THE AGENCY WEBSITE, SOCIAL MEDIA ACCOUNTS, AND RADIO PROGRAM.
DRCVI PROVIDES LEGAL SERVICES, CONDUCTS INVESTIGATIONS OF FACILITIES, PROVIDES INFORMATION AND REFERRAL SERVICES AND TRAINING AND OUTREACH TO UNDERSERVED COMMUNITIES.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Amelia Lamont Executive Director | Officer | 37.5 | $127,300 |
Archie Jennings Employee | 37.5 | $111,673 | |
Veronica Handy Board Chair | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Sherilyn Pogson Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Flavia Logie Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Angus Drigo Executive Director | Officer | 37.5 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $1,011,136 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $77,053 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $1,088,189 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $84 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| 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 | $1,088,273 |
| 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. | $170,950 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $136,760 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $363,048 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $35,501 |
| Other employee benefits | $66,624 |
| Payroll taxes | $48,072 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $1,575 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $51,135 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $115,531 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $31,344 |
| Information technology | $13,077 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $42,800 |
| Travel | $6,806 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $4,778 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $4,359 |
| Insurance | $16,252 |
| All other expenses | $1,010 |
| Total functional expenses | $1,086,649 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $117,508 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $161,288 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $14,714 |
| 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 | $1,976 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $104,647 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $3,068 |
| Total assets | $403,201 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $43,750 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $10,000 |
| 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 | $53,750 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $349,451 |
| 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 | $403,201 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 1 grants that Virgin Island Advocacy Inc has recieved totaling $17,500.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund Boston, MA PURPOSE: For grant recipient's exempt purposes | $17,500 |
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| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Frederiksted Health Care Inc St Croix, VI | $21,462,956 | $20,093,262 |
St Thomas East End Medical Center Corporation St Thomas, VI | $1,996,505 | $9,089,421 |
Antilles School Inc St Thomas, VI | $18,150,774 | $7,193,439 |
Lutheran Social Services Of The Virgin Islands Inc Frederiksted, VI | $10,436,028 | $7,573,437 |
Community Foundation Of The Virgin Islands Inc St Thomas, VI | $18,108,646 | $4,188,957 |
Good Hope Country Day School Inc Kingshill, VI | $5,932,536 | $5,069,204 |
Virgin Islands Montessori School Inc St Thomas, VI | $10,940,872 | $6,258,599 |
Gifft Hill School Inc St John, VI | $7,446,421 | $3,215,239 |
St Croix Foundation For Community Development Inc Christiansted, VI | $5,135,909 | $4,094,244 |
The Foundation For Te College Of The Virgin Islands Inc St Thomas, VI | $87,725,641 | $3,069,621 |