MINNESOTA WOMEN LAWYERS

EIN: 510231778

Minneapolis, MN

Total Revenue
$344,403
Total Expenses
$434,588
Total Assets
$366,641
Net Assets
$367,607
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Organization Details

Formation Year
1972
Legal Domicile
MN
Principal Officer
Debra Pexa
Phone
6123383205
Tax Period
2023-07-01 to 2024-06-30

MINNESOTA WOMEN LAWYERS, founded in 1972, is a small nonprofit that reported $344K in total revenue in fiscal year 2023. Revenue decreased 11% compared to the prior year. Expenses of $435K exceeded revenue, resulting in a 26% operating deficit.

Mission

To advance the success of women attorneys and strive for a just society.

Program Service Accomplishments

Program 1
Expenses: $12,458 Revenue: $12,605

Minnesota Women Lawyers (MWL) held the 29th Annual Rosalie Wahl Leadership Lecture on the evening of Tuesday, November 14, 2023 at The Reserve at Wells Fargo Center (90 S 7th Street, 7th Floor...

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Minnesota Women Lawyers (MWL) held the 29th Annual Rosalie Wahl Leadership Lecture on the evening of Tuesday, November 14, 2023 at The Reserve at Wells Fargo Center (90 S 7th Street, 7th Floor, Downtown Minneapolis). The program was held from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m., with an hors d'oeuvres and dessert reception following the program. In keeping with FY23-24 MWL President Poonam Kumar's theme of "Finding and Using your Voice", the 2023 Wahl Lecture will feature a fireside chat with a esteemed group of women leaders from the Minnesota legal community who embrace their own voice in a myriad of ways, both personally and professionally. We are pleased to welcome panelists in conversation with Poonam: * Amanda Cialkowski, Attorney and Firm President, Nilan Johnson Lewis * Amy Dahl, Vice President, International, The Toro Company * Lola Velazquez-Aguilu, Vice President & Chief Legal Counsel | Neuromodulation, Medtronic

Program 2
Expenses: $10,937 Revenue: $10,838

Minnesota Women Lawyers held its 52nd Annual Meeting led by MWL President Poonam Kumar to celebrate past accomplishments and plan future successes. Highlighted by keynote remarks from Chief Justice...

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Minnesota Women Lawyers held its 52nd Annual Meeting led by MWL President Poonam Kumar to celebrate past accomplishments and plan future successes. Highlighted by keynote remarks from Chief Justice Natalie Hudson, Minnesota Supreme Court. We recapped our current fiscal year, introduced the FY24-25 Board of Directors, and honored the 2024 Annual Award recipients.

Program 3
Expenses: $12,063 Revenue: $10,797

MWL continued its ongoing opportunities to engage with Minnesota Women Lawyers and its members, learn from legal community leaders, and build connections across the profession. Through the MWL Member...

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MWL continued its ongoing opportunities to engage with Minnesota Women Lawyers and its members, learn from legal community leaders, and build connections across the profession. Through the MWL Member Mondays, the MWL Leadership Institute, and other professional development programming and events, MWL provided a consistent opportunity for members and the statewide legal community to connect on topics of common interest, all in support of MWL's mission and values. The gatherings offered dynamic and relevant programming in both remote and in-person formats. We heard from community leaders, participated in a workshop-style formats, and engaged in a group-wide discussions. Furthermore, programming and related events provided members and non-members alike with the opportunity to learn more about MWL and its benefits, as well as opportunities to volunteer and further engage with the association.

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

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Financial Overview (2023)

Revenue Breakdown

Contributions & Grants $274,359
Program Service Revenue $35,409
Investment Income $2,961
Other Revenue $31,674
TOTAL REVENUE $344,403

Expense Breakdown

Grants Paid $0
Salaries & Benefits $330,449
Fundraising Expenses $0
Program Expenses $56,005
Other Expenses $104,139
TOTAL EXPENSES $434,588

Year-over-Year Comparison

2023 2022 Change
Revenue $344,403 $386,002 -0.1%
Expenses $434,588 $391,169 +0.1%
Net Income $-90,185 $-5,167 +16.5%
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Governance

Voting Members
19
Independent Members
19
Employees
4
Volunteers
200

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
18
$0
Total Directors
0
$0
Key Employees
0
$0
Highest Compensated
1
reported
Name Title Hours/Week Role Reportable Comp Other Comp Total
Debra Pexa Executive Director 60
Highest
$141,042 $141,042 $282,084
Dionne Blake Treasurer 5
Officer
$0 $0 $0
Molly Hough Director 5
Officer
$0 $0 $0
Kelsey Kelley Director 5
Officer
$0 $0 $0
Karen Opp Secretary 5
Officer
$0 $0 $0
Mary Szondy Director 5
Officer
$0 $0 $0
Ellen Ahrens Wickman Director 5
Officer
$0 $0 $0
Deborah Autrey Director 5
Officer
$0 $0 $0
Amy Schmidt St Croix Valley Chapter 5
Officer
$0 $0 $0
Linda Tabory Northeastern Chapter 5
Officer
$0 $0 $0
Heidi Hovis Central Chapter 5
Officer
$0 $0 $0
Laura Bartlow Director 5
Officer
$0 $0 $0
Emerald Gratz President-Elect 5
Officer
$0 $0 $0
Kristen Larson Director 5
Officer
$0 $0 $0
Jennifer Robbins Past-President 5
Officer
$0 $0 $0
Poonam Kumar President 10
Officer
$0 $0 $0
Virginia McCalmont Director 5
Officer
$0 $0 $0
Cody Blades Director 5
Officer
$0 $0 $0
Amy Boyle Director 5
Officer
$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 $344,403 $434,588 $366,641 $-90,185
2023 $386,002 $391,169 $430,033 $-5,167
2022 $492,303 $389,012 $436,347 $103,291
2021 $410,626 $280,185 $332,802 $130,441
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