Human Services : Social Services
Miami Lighthouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired
Providing hope, confidence and independence
Rating
| Overall Rating |  |
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| (68.39) | |||
| Organizational Efficiency | |||
| Program Expenses | 83.9% | ||
| Administrative Expenses | 6.6% | ||
| Fundraising Expenses | 9.3% | ||
| Fundraising Efficiency | $0.09 | ||
| Efficiency Rating |  |
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| (38.39) | |||
| Organizational Capacity | |||
| Primary Revenue Growth | 28.4% | ||
| Program Expenses Growth | 24.1% | ||
| Working Capital Ratio (years) | 2.49 | ||
| Capacity Rating | |
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| (30.00) |
Income Statement (FYE 12/2008)
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Contact Information
Miami Lighthouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired
601 Southwest Eighth Avenue
Miami, FL 33130
tel: (305) 856-2288
fax: (305) 285-6967
EIN: 59-0637847
Leadership (FYE 12/2008)
| Name | Title | Compensation | % of Expenses | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia A. Jacko | President, CEO (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.) | $183,517 | 3.61% |
Mission
Established in 1931, Miami Lighthouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired is the oldest and largest private agency in Florida to serve people of all ages who are blind or the visually impaired. Miami Lighthouse has expanded into a state-of-the-art 34,000 square foot facility to provide rehabilitation, vocational and social services for persons who are blind or visually impaired. The Lighthouse offers a range of programs and services including adult services; children's services; the Solutions Store, a one-stop shop dedicated to the needs of people who are blind or visually impaired; low vision services and life enrichment classes.
Charities Performing Similar Types of Work
| Charity Name | Overall Score | Overall Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Miami Lighthouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired - FL | 68.39 | |
| American Printing House For The Blind - KY | 55.80 |  |
| Blind Childrens Center - CA | 59.36 | |
| JBI International - NY | 55.12 | |
| The Chicago Lighthouse - IL | 62.45 | |
| Charity Name | Overall Score | Overall Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Miami Lighthouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired - FL | 68.39 | |
| Heritage for the Blind - NY | 19.56 | 0 Stars |
| National Federation of the Blind - MD | 51.53 | |
| American Foundation for the Blind - NY | 49.71 |  |
| The Chicago Lighthouse - IL | 62.45 | |
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