Education : Other Education Programs and Services
Braille Institute of America
Empowering visually impaired people to live fulfilling lives
Rating
| Overall Rating |  |
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| (49.13) | |||
| Organizational Efficiency | |||
| Program Expenses | 80.0% | ||
| Administrative Expenses | 10.4% | ||
| Fundraising Expenses | 9.4% | ||
| Fundraising Efficiency | $0.16 | ||
| Efficiency Rating |  |
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| (35.50) | |||
| Organizational Capacity | |||
| Primary Revenue Growth | -5.6% | ||
| Program Expenses Growth | 3.6% | ||
| Working Capital Ratio (years) | 4.66 | ||
| Capacity Rating |  |
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| (13.62) |
Income Statement (FYE 06/2008)
Contact Information
Braille Institute of America
741 North Vermont Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90029
tel: (800) 272-4553
fax: (323) 663-1428
EIN: 95-1641426
Leadership (FYE 06/2008)
| Name | Title | Compensation | % of Expenses | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leslie E. Stocker Jr. | President (The person identified as holding the highest position of management, and therefore who would normally be responsible for carrying out the mission of the charity and leading the organization on a day-to-day basis.) | $255,905 | 1.02% |
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Mission
Founded in 1919, Braille Institute is committed to eliminating barriers to a fulfilling life caused by blindness and severe sight loss. Programs include a nationally recognized library serving blind and disabled individuals, a publishing house, child development services, youth programs, low vision rehabilitation services, adult education programs and an ongoing effort to promote Braille literacy throughout the United States. All programs and services are provided free of charge. More than 75,000 people were assisted in 2008.
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|---|---|---|
| Braille Institute of America - CA | 49.13 | |
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| Charity Name | Overall Score | Overall Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Braille Institute of America - CA | 49.13 | |
| Recording for the Blind & Dyslexic - NJ | 38.26 |  |
| American Action Fund for Blind Children and Adults - MD | 52.60 | |
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