National Federation Of The Blind Of Louisiana Inc is located in Ruston, LA. The organization was established in 1980. According to its NTEE Classification (P86) the organization is classified as: Blind & Visually Impaired Centers, under the broad grouping of Human Services and related organizations. As of 12/2023, National Federation Of The Blind Of Louisiana Inc employed 20 individuals. This organization is a subordinate organization within an affiliated group for tax-exemption purposes. National Federation Of The Blind Of Louisiana 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 12/2023, National Federation Of The Blind Of Louisiana Inc generated $35.5k in total revenue. This represents a relatively dramatic decline in revenue. Over the past 8 years, the organization has seen revenues fall by an average of (12.1%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $47.8k during the year ending 12/2023. As we would expect to see with falling revenues, expenses have declined by (4.4%) per year over the past 8 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
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
OUTREACH ADVOCACY, TRAINING AND SUPPORT FOR BLIND/VISUALLY IMPAIRED PEOPLE OF ALL AGES.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
LOUISIANA CENTER FOR THE BLIND - FUNDS USED TO OPERATE A PRIVATE, NON-PROFIT RESIDENTIAL TRAINING SCHOOL FOR BLIND AND VISUALLY IMPARED ADULTS AND CHILDREN THIS IS A 501(C)3 ORGANIZATION.
NATIONAL FEDERATION OF THE BLIND OF LA - FUNDS USED TO PROVIDE OUTREACH ADVOCACY, TRAINING, AND SUPPORT FOR BLIND/VISUALLY IMPAIRED PEOPLE OF ALL AGES OF THIS STATE WIDE CONSUMER ORGANIZATION. THIS IS A 501(C)3 ORGANIZATION. THERE WERE NOT ADEQUATE FUNDS FOR THIS PROGRAM THIS YEAR.
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Treva Olivero President | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Jewel Ardoin Vice President | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Bre Brown Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Zena Pearcy Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $0 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $0 |
| 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 | $35,512 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $35,512 |
| 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. | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $1,010 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $0 |
| Payroll taxes | $78 |
| 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 | $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 | $0 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $47,840 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $174,875 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $2,758 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $177,633 |
| 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 | $2,022 |
| Total liabilities | $2,022 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $175,611 |
| 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 | $177,633 |
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|---|---|---|
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World Services For The Blind Incorporated Little Rock, AR | $15,569,074 | $3,201,645 |
Affiliated Blind Of Louisiana Training Center Inc Lafayette, LA | $2,868,444 | $2,113,880 |
Gallant Hearts Guide Dog Center Madison, MS | $800,969 | $226,225 |
Low Vision Resource Center San Antonio, TX | $703,171 | $177,321 |
American Foundation For The Blind Trust 00105 Nect Dallas, TX | $1,246,325 | -$37,286 |
Metta Inc Dallas, TX | $2,910 | $0 |
National Federation Of The Blind Of Louisiana Inc Ruston, LA | $177,633 | $35,512 |
National Federation Of The Blind Of Louisiana Inc Ruston, LA | $113,817 | $33,590 |
All Blind Children Of Texas Austin, TX | $137,281 | $39,891 |
Blake Recording For The Blind Trust Dallas, TX | $657,971 | $22,728 |
National Federation Of The Blind Of Louisiana Inc Ruston, LA | $79,700 | $24,754 |
National Federation Of The Blind Of Louisiana Ruston, LA | $24,084 | $16,487 |
Light For The Blind Corporation Houston, TX | $0 | $1,250 |