The Life Link
- Assets
- $3.1m
- Revenue
- $7.4m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 83
- Location
- Santa Fe, NM
- Founding
- 04/1996
- Data as of
- 06/2021
- EIN
- 85-0360455
Organization Overview
The Life Link is located in Santa Fe, NM. The organization was established in 1996. According to its NTEE Classification (O20) the organization is classified as: Youth Centers & Clubs, under the broad grouping of Youth Development and related organizations. As of 06/2021, Life Link employed 83 individuals. This organization is a parent organization of an affiliated group for tax-exemption purposes. Life Link 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, Life Link generated $7.4m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 6 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 3.9% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $7.2m during the year ending 06/2021. While expenses have increased by 3.5% 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
THE LIFE LINK HELPS HUNGRY, HOMELESS, AND DISPLACED INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES ACHIEVE SELF-SUFFICIENCY THROUGH EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE, HOUSING, EMPLOYMENT SERVICES, AND OTHER SUPPORTIVE PROGRAMS INCLUDING ADVANCED ADDICTION AND MENTAL HEALTH TREATMENT SERVICES.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
THE LIFE LINK IS COMMITTED TO IMPROVING INDIVIDUAL AND COMMUNITY HEALTH THROUGH BREAKING CYCLES OF CHRONIC HOMELESSNESS, MENTAL ILLNESS, TRAUMA, EXPLOITATION, AND ADDICTION. NOT ONLY WERE WERE WE ABLE TO SERVE WITHOUT SKIPPING A BEAT WHEN THE COVID-19 GLOBAL PANDEMIC HIT, WE WERE ABLE TO WORK MORE CLOSELY AS A TEAM, STRENGTHEN OUR OUTRAECH EFFORTS, SERVE MORE CLIENTS, AND IMPLEMENT NEW PROGRAMS AND SERVICES THAT CONTINUE TO PROVIDE CRUCIAL SERVICES TO THE MOST MARGINALIZED PEOPLE IN OUR COMMUNITY. OUR SUPPORTER BASE IS GROWING, THE AWARENESS OF OUR SERVICES IS EXTENDING, AND WE HAVE SUCCESSFULLY INTEGRATED NEW WAYS TO PROVIDE SERVICES, INCLUDING A TELEHEALTH PLATFORM. WE ARE PRIMED TO CONTINUE OUR GROWTH AND STRENGTHEN OUR MISSION.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Michael Debernardi CEO | Officer | 40 | $120,511 |
Christy O'neil CFO | Officer | 40 | $75,977 |
Craig O'hare Chair | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Mary Chavez Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Joanna Prukop Vice Chair | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Carmen Contreras Board Member | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $4,889,192 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $344,645 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $84,082 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $5,233,837 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $1,917,969 |
| Investment income | $9,502 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $50,645 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $182,259 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $7,396,927 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $2,739,086 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $207,885 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $39,992 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $2,566,972 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $36,547 |
| Other employee benefits | $174,199 |
| Payroll taxes | $212,910 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $18,142 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $48,870 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $386,356 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $136,772 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $239,783 |
| Travel | $40,570 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $11,694 |
| Interest | $25,584 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $58,173 |
| Insurance | $44,414 |
| All other expenses | $12,108 |
| Total functional expenses | $7,182,615 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $385,349 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $12,072 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $494,943 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $129,432 |
| 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 | $104,884 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $1,919,595 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $51,233 |
| Total assets | $3,097,508 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $418,412 |
| 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 | $1,118,696 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $0 |
| Total liabilities | $1,537,108 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $1,488,105 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $72,295 |
| 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 | $3,097,508 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, The Life Link has awarded $132,275 in support to 3 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
ESPERANZA GUIDANCE CENTER PURPOSE: PROGRAM SERVICES | $52,828 |
Santa Fe, NM PURPOSE: FINANCIAL SUPPORT | $50,000 |
Sante Fe, NM PURPOSE: BUILDING REPAIRS | $29,447 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 7 grants that The Life Link has recieved totaling $196,146.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Realty Gift Fund Santa Fe, NM PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $75,000 |
The Celia L And Victor W Farris Foundation Inc Boston, MA PURPOSE: TELEHEALTH INITIATIVE GRANT | $58,598 |
The Celia L And Victor W Farris Foundation Inc Boston, MA PURPOSE: EMERGENCY RESPONSE GRANT | $30,000 |
Santa Fe Community Foundation Santa Fe, NM PURPOSE: GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | $24,000 |
Rx Abuse Leadership Initiative Washington, DC PURPOSE: TO SUPPORT THE CAMPAIGN ADDRESSING THE CURRENT OPIOID CRISIS | $7,000 |
Nancy Ann Mellen Foundation East Haven, CT PURPOSE: UNRESTRICTED | $1,500 |
Endowment Analysis
| Beg. Balance | $42,392 |
| Earnings | $9,320 |
| Admin Expense | $479 |
| Ending Balance | $51,233 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Youth Empowerment Services Inc San Antonio, TX | $7,844,599 | $11,560,080 |
The Life Link Santa Fe, NM | $3,097,508 | $7,396,927 |
Center For Success And Independence Inc Houston, TX | $2,763,575 | $6,535,294 |
The Mentoring Alliance Tyler, TX | $10,248,637 | $7,386,369 |
Year One Inc Denver, CO | $3,272,334 | $5,406,313 |
Boys & Girls Club Of Oklahoma County Inc Oklahoma City, OK | $13,692,559 | $7,392,530 |
Challenge Soccer Club Spring, TX | $1,043,388 | $3,206,725 |
Lake Travis Youth Association Austin, TX | $3,138,331 | $2,866,170 |
Sa Youth San Antonio, TX | $2,712,910 | $2,327,387 |
Tulsa Dream Center Inc Tulsa, OK | $4,560,115 | $3,603,226 |
I C A N Improving Chandlers Area Neighborhoods Chandler, AZ | $6,559,702 | $3,730,734 |
Camp Summit Inc Dallas, TX | $14,161,470 | $2,314,142 |