Lighthouse of Collier Inc

“The ceo and the board of directors review the 990 prior to filing.”

“Directors are required to sign a conflict of interest disclosure annually and update any potential or actual duality of interest.”

“Lighthouse of collier, inc. Determines compensation based upon comparisons in the industry. When reviewing and determining compensation, lighthouse of collier considers what employees in -like" positions are compensating their employees. Such factors as comparable job responsibilities, similar education & experience, comparable non-profit organizations in the rehabilitation industry, the size of the organization, the location, and the past performance of the employee are all taken into consideration when determining salary. For the purpose of defining -like" the following criteria is used: part time vs full time, skills required, skills performed, the size of the organization, budget for the employing entity, number of clients served, number of employees at organization, similar management responsibility and the programs provided by the organization. Compensation data provided by vision service alliance as well as information provided by florida agencies serving the blind is referenced.”

“Governing documents are available upon request”

“The organization uses a professional employer leasing organization (peo). The peo entered into a joint-employment relationship with lighthouse of collier by leasing employees to the employer, thereby allowing the peo to share and manage many employee-related responsibilities and liabilities. The amounts on line 5 are for informational and transparency purposes. Accreditation: lighthouse of collier is fully accredited by the association for education rehabilitation of the blind and visually impaired & holds the 2024 platinum seal of transparency by guide star.”

“Volunteers help with summer camp and fundraising.”

“The lighthouse of collier provides training and rehabilitation services for babies, children, youth, adults (working and nonworking) and seniors (over 55) who are blind and visually impaired, at no charge, to help those in the community who are blind and visually impaired community. The services provided have increased and the programs provided continue to expand based upon needs in the community. An individual must meet the following criteria in order to qualify for services: must be diagnosed with a corrected bilateral visual impairment, which constitutes a substantial impediment in their ability to live independently, or must have the presence of a progressive bilateral eye impairment that will result in a substantial impediment to the individual's ability to live independently. All programs are tailored to the client's individual needs and are year- round in a group and/or on an individual basis depending on the needs of the client. All programs are year-round in a group and/or on an individual basis depending on the needs of the client. Our adult programs include: - independent daily living skills - low vision training - assistive technology - orientation and mobility - support groups - vocational rehabilitation - recreation and leisure independent daily living skills the lighthouse provides an ongoing, weekly independent living skills class. This course introduces a variety of tools, tips and techniques. Examples of topics include: strategies to increase visual access in the home; tools and tips for safely accessing the kitchen; tips for identifying and labeling medications; low to high tech tools and technology to access money and paperwork. Low vision training the majority of our clients have some remaining vision. We therefore teach clients techniques to optimize use of their residual vision; such as: controlling glare, increasing contrast or adjusting lighting. Additionally, we provide training in the use of low vision aids, including prescribed optical devices and video magnifiers. Assistive technology the lighthouse of collier takes an individualized, client driven approach with all members who engage in services. The client's wishes and goals drive the services offered. It is understood that people have different learning styles and may learn at a different pace. The lighthouse of collier offers individualized and group instruction and makes every effort to accommodate scheduling needs. Meeting with an assistive technology (at) specialist and engaging in training allows the individual who is blind or visually impaired the opportunity to successfully utilize computer technology within their home, school or work setting. Instruction is available for windows and apple users to successfully navigate their machines, write emails, utilize calendars, browse the internet, and so much more. Meeting with an at specialist and engaging in training also allows the individual the opportunity to successfully utilize mobile devices (iphone, ipad, android platform) and benefit from the applications available which were designed for those who are blind or who live with visual impairments. Individuals who successfully complete at training are able to incorporate technology into their day to day tasks- paying bills, managing accounts, shopping on-line, and communicating with friends and family. Individuals who successfully complete at training can confidently and independent manage their own technology needs and have a competitive edge in today's job market. Orientation and mobility we also provide orientation and mobility training (o&m). O&m is a profession that focuses on teaching individuals with vision loss how to safely and efficiently navigate their homes and communities. Some examples of o&m training include: trailing walls and furniture to safely navigate homes, using the long white cane to navigate curbs and sidewalks, walking with a sighted guide and/or using auditory skills to safely cross intersections. Support groups adj”

“Professional fees 8,508 1,001 500 leased employees 396,228 46,615 23,308 total 404,736 47,616 23,808”

“Fundraising expenses 9,606 fundraising expenses -9,606”