SAGE: Advocacy and Services for LGBTQ+ Elders
Meets Standards
Standards For Charity Accountability
Governance
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Finances
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Program Expenses
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Accurate Expense Reporting
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Fundraising & Info
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SAGE: Advocacy and Services for LGBTQ+ Elders meets the 20 Standards for Charity Accountability.
Stated Purpose:
SAGE is the world’s largest and oldest organization dedicated to improving the lives of LGBTQ+ elders. In partnership with our constituents and allies, SAGE works to achieve a high quality of life for LGBTQ+ older people, supports and advocates for their rights, fosters a greater understanding of aging in all communities, and promotes positive images of LGBTQ+ life in later years. We fulfill our mission through advocacy and by providing direct services, training, education, and technical assistance.
Year, State Incorporated:
1978, NY
At SAGE, we envision a world where LGBTQ+ elders are valued, have limitless opportunities, and thrive. Since 1978, we have led the way in advocating for policies, services, and resources that empower LGBTQ+ elders to live openly and authentically. Our dedicated team members work nationally to protect our rights, build health and longevity, and preserve the vibrancy of our community as we age. Each of us has a place in creating a bright future for the LGBTQ+ community and we light the way for the next generation to follow.
We exist because:
* We envision a world where LGBTQ+ elders are valued, have limitless opportunities, and thrive.
* LGBTQ+ elders often have fewer resources, and our needs are different than our straight and cisgender peers.
* Our community is growing. With the number of LGBTQ+ people who are 50+ surpassing 7 million by 2030, it is increasingly important to ensure that every member of our community can access the resources, care, and support they need to thrive.
With expertise and our deep belief in equity, SAGE works across generations to prioritize 2 programmatic themes:
* Shaping Policies & Communities: We advocate for legislation, policies, and practices that recognize, respect and make space for LGBTQ+ elders. From changing laws to training elder-care and healthcare providers to creating resources that empower our community to build financial stability and live in safe spaces to age in community.
* Taking Care of our Own: The LGBTQ community has always survived by caring for one another, and SAGE provides the network to make that possible for more LGBTQ+ elders each day. By providing access to the aspects of healthy aging – housing, financial stability, food, mental health and community connections – SAGE builds health & longevity for our community.
For the year ended June 30, 2024, SAGE: Advocacy and Services for LGBTQ+ Elders's program expenses were:
| Direct Services | $15,596,132 |
| Public Outreach | $2,441,909 |
| Total Program Expenses | $18,038,041 |
Chief Executive
Michael Adams
Chair of the Board
Ruth Eisenberg, Of Counsel
Chair's Profession / Business Affiliation
Harmon, Curran, Spielberg & Eisenberg LLP
Board Size
26
Paid Staff Size
95
Method(s) Used:
Direct mail appeals, Invitations to fund raising events, Grant proposals, Internet, Planned giving arrangements, Cause-related marketing (affinity credit cards, consumer product sales, etc.), Appeals via Social Media (Facebook, etc.)
This organization is tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. It is eligible to receive contributions deductible as charitable donations for federal income tax purposes.
Source of Funds
| Contributions | $7,484,669 |
| Government Grants and Contracts | $7,225,575 |
| Special Events | $1,668,699 |
| Investment Income | $1,030,947 |
| Program Income and Service Fees | $859,670 |
| Donated Materials, Facilities, and Services | $595,361 |
| Bequests | $556,687 |
| Other | $146,650 |
| Total Income | $19,568,258 |
Programs: 75% Fundraising: 14% Administrative: 11%
| Total Income | $19,568,258 |
| Total expenses: | $24,077,241 |
| Program expenses | $18,038,041 |
| Fundraising expenses | $3,479,482 |
| Administrative expenses | $2,559,718 |
| Other expenses | $0 |
| Income in Excess of Expenses | $-4,508,983 |
| Beginning Net Assets | $25,349,401 |
| Other Changes In Net Assets | $0 |
| Ending Net Assets | $20,840,418 |
| Total Liabilities | $11,270,824 |
| Total Assets | $32,111,242 |
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BBB Foundation of Metropolitan New York