Tampa Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc.
Tampa Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc.
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About this organization
Mission
Lighthouse for the Blind's mission is "to maximize independence and provide employment opportunities for persons who are blind or visually impaired."
About
Transition program which assists blind and visually impaired youth to be ready to work, go to college, or attend a technical school upon completion of high school. 57 teens received training in career exploration, technology, independent living and employment skills to prepare for college or work upon graduation from high school. One of these individuals, Tony, shares his story that exemplifies the positive outcome of this program. Tony enrolled in the teen transition program at age 13. His first work experience in transition was at Publix. From that very first work experience, when he was 14, Tony made up his mind that when he graduated from high school he wanted to work at Publix. During the next 7 summers, Tony had a variety of different work experience jobs, but he remained firm on wanting to return to Publix. Upon graduation from high school, Tony was referred to our job placement program. He met with his counselor and his placement specialist and they discussed with him about going to college or a technical school but Tony remained firm on working at Publix. His dream was fulfilled in September of last year when he found employment at a Publix near his home. During his participation in the transition program Tony participated in many areas to build his skills such as his technology skills, his independent living skills, self-confidence and his braille skills. Tony learned to prepare meals for himself. With the help of his teachers he learned how to advocate for himself. Despite additional disabilities, Tony trained and has participated in stair climbing competitions with our teens. The first time he competed using his cane and made it to the top of a 42 story building he said, "I can't believe all these people are cheering for me." He loves to compete and stay busy as much as he loves Publix. Tony has developed into a hard working young man.
Interesting data from their 2020 990 filing
The purpose of the non-profit is stated in the filing as “To maximize independence and provide employment opportunities for persons who are blind or visually impaired.”.
Their activities were defined as: “To maximize independence and provide employment opportunities for persons who are blind or visually impaired.”.
- As per legal requirements, the non-profit's state of operation is reported as FL.
- The non-profit's address in 2020 as per the filing is 1106 West Platt Street, Tampa, FL, 33606.
- The form of the non-profit organization shows 64 employees as of 2020.
- Does not operate a hospital.
- Does not operate a school.
- Does not collect art.
- Does not provide credit counseling.
- Does not have foreign activities.
- Is not a donor-advised fund.
- Is not a private foundation.
- Expenses are greater than $1,000,000.
- Revenue is greater than $1,000,000.
- Revenue less expenses is -$140,801.
- The compensation policy for the CEO of the organization is established through an impartial evaluation and endorsement.
- The organization has a written policy that describes how long it will retain documents.
- The organization has 15 independent voting members.
- The organization was formed in 1940.
- The organization has a written policy that addresses conflicts of interest.
- The organization is required to file Schedule B.
- The organization is required to file Schedule O.
- The organization pays $2,365,568 in salary, compensation, and benefits to its employees.
- The organization pays $107,420 in fundraising expenses.
- The organization provides Form 990 to its governing body.
- The organization has minutes of its meetings.
- The organization has a written whistleblower policy.
- The organization has fundraising events.
- The organization's financial statements were reviewed by an accountant.