About
Our MissionIs dedicated to assisting all who are living with vision loss to achieve greater independence through excellence in education and wrap-around support services that advance necessary skills and establish meaningful community connections. The organization is committed to collaborating with local, regional, and national partners to broaden access to resources and opportunities that enable those we serve to live their lives to the fullest.Our Vision Seeks to inspire all who are living with vision loss to thrive.
Donations are tax-deductible
Financial Snapshot
FY ending 2024-06-30Financial history
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RevenueExpenses
Latest FY2024: $5.0M · Avg: $3.5M
501(h) election
This 501(c)(3) elected the 501(h) safe-harbor — lobbying expenditures are capped under a clear dollar formula instead of the "insubstantial part" standard.
Political & Grant Activity
Address
123 S Broad ST STE 2135
Philadelphia, PA, 19109-104
Governance
Voting board members8
Independent members8
Conflict-of-interest policyYes
Whistleblower policyYes
Doc-retention policyYes
Audit committeeYes
990 reviewed by boardNo
Compensation practices
Severance paymentsNo
Equity-based compNo
Supplemental retirement planNo
Board approved compYes
Initial contract exceptionNo
Financial detail (Schedule D)
Permanent endowment %100.0%
Endowment held by related orgYes
Fundraising activity (Schedule G)
Uses professional fundraisersYes
Gross fundraising receipts$208K
Net to org$38K
Retained by contractors$174K
ChannelsMail · Phone · Email · Grant solicitation
Public records
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