Ms JD

EIN: 205112363 501(c)(3) Civil Rights & Advocacy

Covina, CA

Total Revenue
$666,039
Total Expenses
$686,293
Total Assets
$299,737
Net Assets
$97,626
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Organization Details

Formation Year
2006
Legal Domicile
CA
Principal Officer
Francesca D Allison
Phone
6174605311
Tax Period
2024-01-01 to 2024-12-31

Ms JD, founded in 2006, is a small nonprofit in the Civil Rights & Advocacy sector that reported $666K in total revenue in fiscal year 2024. Revenue decreased 14% compared to the prior year.

Mission

Ms. JD is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization dedicated to the success of aspiring and early career women lawyers. Ms. JD is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors comprised of practicing attorneys and community leaders and supported by a small group of independent contractors, one part-time staff member and two full-time staff members. Founded at Stanford Law School in 2006 by a group of female law students from Boalt Hall UC Berkeley, Cornell, Georgetown, Harvard, NYU, Stanford, UCLA, UT Austin, the University of Chicago, the University of Michigan, the University of Virginia, and Yale. Serving as a unique nexus between the profession and the pipeline of diverse attorneys, Ms. JD's online community provides a forum for dialogue, professional development, and networking among women lawyers and law students. Ms. JD celebrates women's achievements, addresses remaining challenges, and facilitates continued progress by bringing legal practitioners and law students together to share

Program Service Accomplishments

Program 1
Expenses: $364,825 Revenue: $389,700

LaddHer Up: LadderHer Up is more than a retreat - it is a launchpad for early-career attorneys to connect with one another and learn from those who have climbed ahead. Together, we build community...

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LaddHer Up: LadderHer Up is more than a retreat - it is a launchpad for early-career attorneys to connect with one another and learn from those who have climbed ahead. Together, we build community, expand our networks, and rise - one rung at a time. Law firm associates in their first ten years of practice are invited to join us for two days of targeted professional development workshops, personal career strategy discussions with general counsel, and curated events for business development, mentorship, and career growth.

Program 2
Expenses: $26,461 Revenue: $9,000

Law Student Leadership Academy: Ms. JD's two-day Intensive program is a unique opportunity for law students to develop the tools necessary to enhance their professional development, network with...

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Law Student Leadership Academy: Ms. JD's two-day Intensive program is a unique opportunity for law students to develop the tools necessary to enhance their professional development, network with other law students from across the country, and help them become the leader they aspire to be. Students will hear from attorneys, thought leaders, and professional development professionals speaking on their personal experiences of women in leadership positions and their advice on developing the professional skills required to become and support women in leadership.

Program 3
Expenses: $20,288 Revenue: $2,775

We Persist: A Symposium on Women in Law is a networking and professional development event hosted by Ms. JD. Designed to inspire, educate, and connect women in the legal profession, the symposium...

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We Persist: A Symposium on Women in Law is a networking and professional development event hosted by Ms. JD. Designed to inspire, educate, and connect women in the legal profession, the symposium brings together accomplished women leaders and subject matter experts to share experiences, provide industry knowledge, and foster meaningful professional relationships. Through keynote addresses, expert-led panels, and facilitated conversations, attendees will gain insights from established leaders while building a supportive community of peers within the legal field.

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Liquidity (40%) • Solvency (30%) • Sustainability (20%) • Efficiency (10%)

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Financial Overview (2024)

Revenue Breakdown

Contributions & Grants $369,378
Program Service Revenue $401,755
Investment Income $0
Other Revenue $-105,094
TOTAL REVENUE $666,039

Expense Breakdown

Grants Paid $9,438
Salaries & Benefits $276,994
Fundraising Expenses $111,328
Program Expenses $449,769
Other Expenses $399,861
TOTAL EXPENSES $686,293

Year-over-Year Comparison

2024 2023 Change
Revenue $666,039 $773,467 -0.1%
Expenses $686,293 $786,351 -0.1%
Net Income $-20,254 $-12,884 +0.6%
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Grants to Organizations Grants to Individuals Lobbying Political Activity Foreign Activities Donor Advised Fund Schedule B Required
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Governance

Voting Members
13
Independent Members
12
Employees
5
Volunteers
150

Governance Policies

Conflict of Interest Policy
Whistleblower Policy
Document Retention Policy

Special Practices & Reported Activities

Operated a School
Operated a Hospital
Provided First Class Travel
Reported Conflict of Interest
Reported Asset Diversion
Excess Benefit Transaction
Made Political Expenditures
Engaged in Lobbying
Operated Donor Advised Fund
Maintained Art Collections
Filed Form 720

Compensation of Officers, Directors & Key Employees

Total Officers
5
$142,280
Total Directors
13
$24,000
Key Employees
0
$0
Highest Compensated
0
reported
Name Title Hours/Week Role Reportable Comp Other Comp Total
Francesca D Allison CEO 40.00
Officer
$118,280 $0 $118,280
Krista Selnau Camarda Past Chair Director 2.00
Officer Director
$24,000 $0 $24,000
Sherene Thomas Director 2.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Steven Rice Director 2.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Gabrielle McKenzie Director 2.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Rara Kang Director 2.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Kanysha Phillips Chair Director 15.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
Ashley Gherlone Director 2.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Ruby Garrett Treasurer 2.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
Kara Michels Secretary 2.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
Nazia Khan Director 2.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Sabrina Talukder Director 2.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Ashlei Ferguson Director 2.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Roshal Marshall Director 2.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Note: Compensation data is self-reported by the organization on their Form 990. "Reportable Comp" includes salary, bonuses, and other reportable compensation from the organization and related organizations. "Other Comp" includes benefits, deferred compensation, and non-taxable benefits.

Historical Data

Year Revenue Expenses Assets Net Income
2025 No data No data No data No data
2024 $666,039 $686,293 $299,737 $-20,254
2023 $773,467 $786,351 $119,112 $-12,884
2022 $478,034 $536,400 $131,747 $-58,366
2021 $466,276 $308,260 $193,955 $158,016
2019 $296,269 $191,037 $140,904 $105,232
2019 $296,269 $191,037 $140,904 $105,232
2018 $210,703 $213,138 $15,254 $-2,435
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