Civic Intelligence

People Power and Light Inc

EIN 92-2480348 • 501(c)4 • New Orleans, LA

Profile

People Power and Light (PPL) is an organization dedicated to developing a healthy and vibrant economy in Louisiana, particularly in those areas devastated by the petrochemical industry. The primary purpose of PPL is to engage with people at the local level on matters of pollution, environmental justice and civil rights.

834 Ida StreetNew Orleans, LA 70119

peoplepowerandlight.org

Siviq Scores

Precomputed percentiles relative to similar nonprofits. These scores are descriptive rather than judgmental.

Liabilities / Assets

Score unavailable

No value available

Liabilities-to-assets requires both liabilities and assets on the latest valid filing.

Source year 2024

Liabilities / Revenue

Score unavailable

No value available

Liabilities-to-revenue requires both liabilities and revenue on the latest valid filing.

Source year 2024

Net Margin

6th percentile

-160%

Higher net margin than 6% of similar nonprofits.

501(c)4 • <$500k nonprofits • Source year 2024

Top Officer Pay

91st percentile

$0

Higher top officer pay than 91% of similar nonprofits.

Top officer pay equals 0.0% of source-year revenue.

501(c)4 • <$500k nonprofits • Source year 2024

Asset Growth

Score unavailable

No value available

No earlier valid filing was available within the previous three public years.

Source year 2024

Revenue Growth

Score unavailable

No value available

No earlier valid filing was available within the previous three public years.

Source year 2024

Balance Sheet
Liabilities / AssetsScore unavailable

Assets

Down

$108,360

Down $56,121 (-34%) from 2023

Liabilities

-

No earlier filing loaded for comparison.

Net Assets

Down

$108,360

Down $56,121 (-34%) from 2023

Operations
Liabilities / RevenueScore unavailableNet Margin6th percentile

Revenue

Down

$35,000

Down $215,000 (-86%) from 2023

Expenses

Up

$91,121

Up $5,602 (+6.6%) from 2023

Net Income

Down

-$56,121

Down $220,602 (-134%) from 2023

Trend Graphs

Balance Sheet Trend

Asset GrowthScore unavailable

Grouped bars show assets, liabilities, and net assets across loaded filings.

$200K$150K$100K$50K$0Assets 2023: $164,481Liabilities 2023: $0Net Assets 2023: $164,4812023Assets 2024: $108,360Net Assets 2024: $108,3602024

Highlighted filing

2024

Assets$108,360
Liabilities-
Net Assets$108,360
Open 2024 Filing

Operations Trend

Revenue GrowthScore unavailable

Revenue, expenses, and net income by year, with the latest filing highlighted.

$300K$200K$100K$0-$100KRevenue 2023: $250,000Expenses 2023: $85,519Net Income 2023: $164,4812023Revenue 2024: $35,000Expenses 2024: $91,121Net Income 2024: -$56,1212024

Highlighted filing

2024

Revenue$35,000
Expenses$91,121
Net Income-$56,121
Open 2024 Filing

Filings

Most recent year

2024 • Form 990EZDetailed filing. Detailed filing data is available for this year.

Open filing
Assets
$108,360
Liabilities
-
Net assets
$108,360
Revenue
$35,000
Expenses
$91,121
Net income
-$56,121
Balance SheetOperations
YearAssetsLiabilitiesNet AssetsRevenueExpensesNet Income
2024Detailed filing. Detailed filing data is available for this year.$1.08$1.08$0.35$0.91$0.56
2023Detailed filing. Detailed filing data is available for this year.$1.64$0.00$1.64$2.50$0.86$1.64
Latest Filing Detail
Jump To
Filing Snapshot
Filing Period
Jan 1, 2024 to Dec 31, 2024
Signed
Oct 14, 2025
Return Version
2024v5.2
Gross Receipts
$35,000
Mission and Program Overview

Mission

People Power and Light (PPL) is an organization dedicated to developing a healthy and vibrant economy in Louisiana, particularly in those areas devastated by the petrochemical industry. The primary purpose of PPL is to engage with people at the local level on matters of pollution, environmental justice and civil rights.

Program Services

DescriptionGrantsExpenses
VOTER REGISTRATIONTo increase voter participation by facilitating the registration of eligible citizens, ensuring they are prepared to vote in upcoming elections.Key activities include registration drives at community events such as football games and high-traffic areas such as outside grocery stores. Outreach and education events, including door-to-door canvassing, and participation in community events. These activities are designed to promote civic engagement and make the electoral process more accessible to all eligible voters.--
VOTER EDUCATION/DOOR TO DOOR CANVASINGTo inform and educate community members about the electoral process, voting rights, and key community issues, and to listen about what matters most to community members. We hosted events that had non-partisan information on the importance of voting, how to register, and how to participate in local, and state, elections. Educational materials, like pamphlets, were created and distributed through various channels such as social media, community centers, and local events. Collaborations with local organizations, schools, and community groups help extend the reach of these educational efforts. We also collected and analyzed data and trends from these conversations and events.--
CANDIDATE RECRUITMENTTo identify, recruit, and support community-oriented individuals interested in running for public office, with a focus on fostering diverse representation and community engagement. We proactively reach out to community leaders, activists, and other potential candidates who demonstrate a commitment to public service and the community's well-being. This outreach is conducted through local events, community forums, and collaboration with local organizations and stakeholders. These activities are conducted in a non-partisan manner, focusing solely on supporting the democratic process and ensuring that the community has access to a broad range of qualified candidates.--
Compensation and Service Providers
Top Officer Pay91st percentile

Employees

NameTitleFull / Part TimeBaseOtherTotal
Joel EmersonChairman-$0--
Gail LeboeufChairman-$0--
Anne RolfesTreasurer-$0--
Pam SpeesSecretary-$0--
Filing and Contact Details

Filer

Filer Name
People Power and Light Inc
EIN
92-2480348
Phone
5044524909
Address
834 Ida Street, New Orleans, LA 70119

Signing Officer

Name
Anne Rolfes
Title
Treasurer
Signed
2025-10-14
Discuss with paid preparer
Yes

Preparer

Firm
DeMonte & Falgoust CPAs LLC
Address
3828 Canal Street, New Orleans, LA 70119
Preparer
John R Falgoust Jrcpa
Phone
5044826661
Supplemental Narrative

Additional Explanations

Other Expenses.1001

“Advertising and Promotion $1069”

Other Expenses.1002

“Office Expenses $3463”

Other Expenses.1005

“Travel $240”

Other Expenses.1012

“Insurance $4615”

Other Expenses.1

“First AId kits $2546”

Other Expenses.2

“Bank Charges $212”

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