Lutheran Social Services of the Southwest
Meets Standards
Standards For Charity Accountability
Governance
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Board Oversight
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Board Size
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Board Meetings
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Board Compensation
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Conflict of Interest
Measuring Effectiveness
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Effectiveness Policy
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Effectiveness Report
Finances
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Program Expenses
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Fundraising Expenses
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Accumulating Funds
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Audit Report
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Detailed Expense Breakdown
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Accurate Expense Reporting
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Budget Plan
Fundraising & Info
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Truthful Materials
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Annual Report
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Website Disclosures
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Donor Privacy
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Cause Marketing Disclosures
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Complaints
Lutheran Social Services of the Southwest meets the 20 Standards for Charity Accountability.
Stated Purpose:
We stabilize people during crisis and transition, build a foundation where people can thrive, and preserve dignity and respect for the most vulnerable.
Year, State Incorporated:
1970, AZ
Aging and Disability Services - Prevents seniors and individuals with disabilities from experiencing isolation, loneliness, and health risks, so that they can live safely in their homes and within their
communities. Includes home care, habilitation, meals on wheels, and grocery shopping services.
Refugee and Immigration Services - With volunteers and community Co-Sponsor Teams, LSS-SW builds self-reliant foundations for approximately 400 refugees entering the United State legally each year. Services include: Pre-arrival housing, Case management, Navigating transportation and basic public services, Employment support, K-12 refugee education services, Women's empowerment, and Tucson
Refugee Youth Mentor Program.
Children and Family Services - Children and Family Services builds strong families to help children grow in safe and loving families through a comprehensive range of services. These services include: Child and Parent Workshops, Foster and Adoption, Family Resource Centers, Family Resource Center events and community, and Family Friends and Neighbors program.
Emergency Services - LSS-SW Emergency Services, in partnership with faith partners and hardworking volunteers, relieves hunger for neighbors facing extreme poverty through food pantries, rent & utility assistance, and disaster preparedness.
For the year ended June 30, 2024, Lutheran Social Services of the Southwest's program expenses were:
| Refugee and Immigration | $10,552,218 |
| Aging and Disability Services | $7,469,533 |
| Foster Care | $1,574,450 |
| Emergency Services | $1,560,610 |
| Family Resource Center | $1,380,717 |
| Total Program Expenses | $22,537,528 |
Chief Executive
Connie Phillips, President/CEO
Chair of the Board
Janie Magruder, Board Chairperson
Chair's Profession / Business Affiliation
Board Size
12
Paid Staff Size
410
Method(s) Used:
Direct mail appeals, Telephone appeals, Invitations to fund raising events, Grant proposals, Cause-related marketing (affinity credit cards, consumer product sales, etc.), Membership appeals
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.
The following information is based on Lutheran Social Services of the Southwest's audited financial statements for the year ended June 30, 2024.
Source of Funds
| Grants with governmental and other agencies | $20,272,674 |
| Healthcare service contracts | $3,921,077 |
| Contributions | $2,488,312 |
| Program fees | $221,638 |
| Donated goods and services | $98,016 |
| Investment income, net | $73,807 |
| Other revenue | $25,842 |
| Gain on disposal of assets | $6,370 |
| Total Income | $27,107,736 |
Programs: 87% Fundraising: 3% Administrative: 11%
| Total Income | $27,107,736 |
| Total expenses: | $25,996,761 |
| Program expenses | $22,537,528 |
| Fundraising expenses | $717,447 |
| Administrative expenses | $2,741,786 |
| Other expenses | $0 |
| Income in Excess of Expenses | $1,110,975 |
| Beginning Net Assets | $4,365,186 |
| Other Changes In Net Assets | $0 |
| Ending Net Assets | $5,476,161 |
| Total Liabilities | $4,754,629 |
| Total Assets | $10,230,790 |
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