Literacy Council of Highlands Inc

EIN: 561883637 501(c)(3) Education

Highlands, NC

Total Revenue
$810,124
Total Expenses
$611,544
Total Assets
$906,838
Net Assets
$906,838
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Organization Details

Formation Year
1997
Legal Domicile
NC
Phone
8285280863
Tax Period
2023-01-01 to 2023-12-31

Literacy Council of Highlands Inc, founded in 1997, is a small nonprofit in the Education sector that reported $810K in total revenue in fiscal year 2023. Revenue surged 71% from the prior year, signaling strong growth momentum. The organization ran a surplus of $199K, a strong 25% operating margin.

Mission

To enrich lives and expand the knowledge of children, adults and families through diverse educational programs that advance literacy in its many forms and to promote lifelong learning, which results in an informed and empowered community.

Program Service Accomplishments

Program 1
Expenses: $373,830 Revenue: $0

After-School Programming: Over the past year, this program has seen significant accomplishments in improving student performance and engagement in school. With the help of dedicated teachers, tutors...

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After-School Programming: Over the past year, this program has seen significant accomplishments in improving student performance and engagement in school. With the help of dedicated teachers, tutors, and volunteers, approximately 85% of participating students have demonstrated measurable gains in literacy and math skills. The program also expanded their STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) activities. This approach not only reinforces academic content, but well-rounded development in our students.

Program 2

Dolly Parton Imagination Library and Book Give-Away: The Literacy & Learning Center pays for the Macon County chapter of the Dolly Parton Imagination Library. Each child enrolled, which is more than...

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Dolly Parton Imagination Library and Book Give-Away: The Literacy & Learning Center pays for the Macon County chapter of the Dolly Parton Imagination Library. Each child enrolled, which is more than 1,000 in Macon County, receives a book each month from birth to their fifth birthday. Additionally, The Literacy & Learning Center distributes books throughout the year to children in the after-school program, at the Halloween town event, and the Christmas parade in downtown Highlands. Through these efforts, more than 14,000 books were distributed, ensuring children in the community have access to reading materials in their homes. Surveys show that 90% of parents involved in the program report an increase in their childrens reading frequency and interest.

Program 3

Adult Education: The adult education programs, which include Adult Literacy, GED classes, and English as a Second Language, have been instrumental in helping adults improve their literacy skills...

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Adult Education: The adult education programs, which include Adult Literacy, GED classes, and English as a Second Language, have been instrumental in helping adults improve their literacy skills, earn their high school equivalency (GED) and gain essential workforce skills. These programs have provided critical support in career readiness and have empowered adults to achieve personal and professional growth.

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

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Financial Overview (2023)

Revenue Breakdown

Contributions & Grants $720,577
Program Service Revenue $0
Investment Income $101
Other Revenue $89,446
TOTAL REVENUE $810,124

Expense Breakdown

Grants Paid $0
Salaries & Benefits $331,283
Fundraising Expenses $83,291
Program Expenses $373,830
Other Expenses $280,261
TOTAL EXPENSES $611,544

Year-over-Year Comparison

2023 2022 Change
Revenue $810,124 $473,896 +0.7%
Expenses $611,544 $419,698 +0.5%
Net Income $198,580 $54,198 +2.7%
Key Indicators
Grants to Organizations Grants to Individuals Lobbying Political Activity Foreign Activities Donor Advised Fund Schedule B Required
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Governance

Voting Members
9
Independent Members
9
Employees
11
Volunteers
45

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
$83,873
Total Directors
9
$0
Key Employees
0
$0
Highest Compensated
0
reported
Name Title Hours/Week Role Reportable Comp Other Comp Total
Bonnie Potts Executive Director 40.00
Officer
$79,063 $4,810 $83,873
Kirk Dornbush Chair 10.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
Mark Chmar Vice-Chair 10.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
Robin Canady Treasurer 5.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
Dawn Van Fleet Secretary 5.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
Vickie Betts Board Member 5.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
John Golwen Board Member 5.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Bob Lennon Board Member 5.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Bill Lathem Board Member 5.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Lisa Richards Board Member 5.00
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
2024 No data No data No data No data
2023 $810,124 $611,544 $906,838 $198,580
2022 $473,896 $419,698 $753,047 $54,198
2021 $391,307 $359,463 $735,026 $31,844
2020 $333,081 $338,228 $699,781 $-5,147
2019 $685,128 $339,395 $672,936 $345,733
2018 $387,025 $264,449 $329,190 $122,576
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