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Nonprofit · EIN 26-0036285

INDIANA LATINO INSTITUTE INC

Tax-exempt · INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46202

Financials

$2.8M$1.7M2023$1.5M$2.2M2024
Revenue Expenses · by fiscal year end
Financials of INDIANA LATINO INSTITUTE INC by year, from its e-filed returns
Year endedFormRevenueExpensesNet incomeTotal assetsLiabilitiesNet assets
December 31, 2024990$1,478,705$2,187,743-$709,038$3,705,887$362,336$3,343,551
December 31, 2023990$2,817,179$1,681,684$1,135,495$4,266,333$213,744$4,052,589
Financial details: 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024

Revenue

Contributions, gifts and grants
$1,210,929
of which government grants
$182,943
Program service revenue
$309,176
Investment income
$39,052
Net income from fundraising events
-$80,452
Other revenue
-$80,452

Expenses

Grants and similar amounts paid
$675,397
Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
$288,646
Other salaries and wages
$490,666
Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
$901,326
Professional fundraising fees
$0
Accounting fees
$30,017
Occupancy
$48,492
Travel
$66,177
Program services (functional)
$1,993,930
Management and general (functional)
$140,012
Fundraising (functional)
$53,801

Balance sheet and other

Total assets, start of year
$4,266,333
Total assets, end of year
$3,705,887
Total liabilities, end of year
$362,336
Net assets, end of year
$3,343,551
Land, buildings and equipment
$25,888
Net assets without donor restrictions
$1,563,722
Net assets with donor restrictions
$1,779,829
Gross receipts
$1,666,111
Employees
24
Volunteers
80
Year formed
2001
State of legal domicile
IN

From the e-filed returns the IRS publishes as XML (latest three processing years; amended returns replace the original). PDF copies at the IRS.

Officers, directors and key employees

As listed on the 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024, highest compensation first.

NameTitleHours / weekCompensationOther / benefits
Marlene DotsonPresident & CEO
Officer
40$173,110$22,380
Andrew PenalvaDirector of Workforce Development
Officer
40$80,267$12,889
Art VasquezChair
Trustee or director, Officer
5$0$0
Andrew AdamsVice Chair
Trustee or director, Officer
5$0$0
Mike MerkelTreasurer
Trustee or director, Officer
5$0$0
Dr Virginia CaineSecretary
Trustee or director, Officer
5$0$0
Rebeca Espinoza KubackiDirector
Trustee or director
1$0$0
Rosemily GeyerDirector
Trustee or director
1$0$0
James McBryantDirector
Trustee or director
1$0$0
Alfonso VidalDirector
Trustee or director
1$0$0
Carole CastoDirector
Trustee or director
1$0$0
Jadira HoptryDirector
Trustee or director
1$0$0
Ricardo Garcia De AlbaDirector
Trustee or director
1$0$0
Gina MillerDirector
Trustee or director
1$0$0
Rafael SanchezDirector
Trustee or director
1$0$0
6 more people on this return
NameTitleHours / weekCompensation
Danny LopezDirector
Trustee or director
1$0
Seth MoralesDirector
Trustee or director
1$0
Matzine Sanchez-GutierrezDirector
Trustee or director
1$0
Mario RodriguezDirector
Trustee or director
1$0
Greg StremlawDirector
Trustee or director
1$0
Sam CentellasDirector
Trustee or director
1$0
990 for the year ended December 31, 2023: 18 people
NameTitleHours / weekCompensationOther / benefits
Marlene DotsonPresident & CEO
Officer
40$148,984$20,849
Seth MoralesChairman
Trustee or director, Officer
5$0$0
Matzine Sanchez-GutierrezSecretary
Trustee or director, Officer
5$0$0
Mike MerkelTreasurer
Trustee or director, Officer
5$0$0
Art VasquezVice Chair
Trustee or director, Officer
5$0$0
Rebeca Espinoza KubackiDirector
Trustee or director
1$0$0
Rosemily GeyerDirector
Trustee or director
1$0$0
Ryan Marques - Exited 0723Former Director
Trustee or director
1$0$0
James McBryantDirector
Trustee or director
1$0$0
Alfonso VidalDirector
Trustee or director
1$0$0
Carole CastoDirector
Trustee or director
1$0$0
Jadira HoptryDirector
Trustee or director
1$0$0
Ricardo Garcia De AlbaDirector
Trustee or director
1$0$0
Dr Virginia CaineDirector
Trustee or director
1$0$0
Gina MillerDirector
Trustee or director
1$0$0
Rafael SanchezDirector
Trustee or director
1$0$0
Danny LopezDirector
Trustee or director
1$0$0
Andrew AdamsDirector
Trustee or director
1$0$0

Address and contacts

Address (IRS master file)
2126 N MERIDIAN ST STE 100, INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46202-1317
In care of
% MARLENE DOTSON
Principal officer (990 for 2024)
Andrew Penalva, 2126 N Meridian Street 100, Indianapolis, IN 462021317
Signed the 990
Andrew Penalva, Director of Workforce Development
Phone
(317) 472-1055
Return prepared by
Barnes Dennig & Co LTD

Mission

Our mission is to advance Latino educational attainment and workforce preparedness statewide through advocacy, leadership development, and culturally responsive programming.

990 for the year ended December 31, 2024

Program accomplishments

  • EDUCATIONThe Indiana Latino Institute focuses on increasing the number of Latino high school and college graduates in Indiana by preparing them in four key areas: college access, college success, workforce preparedness, and Voice/Youth Empowerment.a. College AccessILI helps students navigate college processes, financial aid, and career exploration. ILI also refers students and their families to general social service agencies for additional needs. ILI presents information to students and parents about higher education topics such as college readiness, scholarships, financial aid, workforce development, and community service. ILI host annual education summits to educate students on how to successfully prepare for, and complete, the college access component of the college process. A College and Career fair is provided for students.b. College SuccessThe Indiana Latino Institute supports college students statewide throughout their years in higher education to graduation and into the workforce. From one-on-one college coaching, internships, and scholarships, ILI provides resources to ensure students are informed and prepared as they continue their education.There are opportunities for college students at all levels, from traditional four-year tracks, part-time students, certificate programs, and more.c. Workforce PreparednessFirst Year Employment Exploration - ILI secures community partners to host incoming college freshmen over the summer. The program includes real world experience as well as resume development guidance and professional development trainings from ILI staff.Internship Program - ILI secures community partners to host interns over the summer. The internship includes real world experience as well as assistance from ILI staff who guide students to develop their resume and conduct career research projects. ILI provides interns with a scholarship upon completion of the internship.Internship through Partnership ILI partnerships with existing internship programs are available through partners such as Eli Lilly, Sherwin Williams, Allison Transmission, Carrier UTC, and Indiana Internet. These entities are established to provide workforce development opportunities for students. The Indiana Latino Institute places students in these programs that are run by outside entities.Fellowship Program - ILI secures corporate partners to host fellows who are college seniors or graduate students. The fellowship includes real world experience as well as character and leadership development trainings. Fellows are paid directly for their time.d. VOICE (Youth Health Empowerment)The program seeks to engage, educate, and empower youth to celebrate a tobacco-free lifestyle. Voice is actively building a network of Latino youth leaders to assist with the design and implementation of initiatives that will educate the community and empower their peers to be tobacco-free and have a healthy lifestyle."
    Expenses $1,740,614 · grants $675,397 · revenue $309,176
  • LEADERSHIPILI's leadership development programming focuses on identifying, supporting, and connecting Latino Hoosier leaders through widespread recognition and by facilitating access and to high-level individuals and spaces.The ILI's Leadership Circle is an annual, year-long commitment that incorporates a multi-pronged approach to bringing young, emerging Latinos front and center, both within the Latino community as well as within the larger community. Through individualized mentoring, networking and leadership development opportunities and think tank sessions based on issues of importance, these talented young leaders will have a unique opportunity to learn from established Latino community members as well as gain valuable skills that will focus on their own empowerment. The Leadership Circle is committed to identifying, mentoring, and connecting young, emerging Latino leaders, ideally aged 29-40, to ensure that the growing community has ready and willing leaders who are prepared for the challenges that lie ahead.Each year, a small group of exemplary emerging Indiana Latinos will participate in this bold new initiative. Those selected will be invited into this exclusive Leadership development series and will make a year-long commitment to fulfilling all requirements of this coveted personal and professional development opportunity through the following paths:1. High Profile Mentorship2. Empowerment Opportunities3. Focused Leadership Training4. Civic Engagement5. Strategic Networking6. Think Tank Breakout Sessions7. Community Service Opportunities
    Expenses $116,470
  • SYSTEM CHANGEThe Indiana Latino Institute empowers Latinos to use their collective voice to create "system change" through education. ILI provides data dissemination to provide definitive and necessary research. Our advocacy efforts strive to form and deliver a Latino perspective that serves as a solid voice on issues of importance for our community.Through our education and advocacy efforts, ILI is positioned to be the leader in all issues impacting Latino communities throughout Indiana. Community empowerment and success begins with developing a well-articulated voice, and our advocacy efforts strive to form and deliver a Latino perspective that serves as a solid voice on issues of importance for our community. ILI will advocate for all issues impacting Latino Hoosiers. This work is not limited to Health and Education, but also on topics such as Immigration, Economic Development and Public Safety. While we work diligently to develop our advocacy efforts on all issues of importance, our strategic objectives include the following:a. ILI serves as a convener of Latino networks and organizations statewide.b. ILI educates community leaders and government officials on issues of importance to the Indiana Latino communities.c. ILI strives to educate community members on issues of importance to the Latino community (education, health, immigration, and economic development)
    Expenses $136,846

What it must file and when

IRS records say it files Form 990 or 990-EZ. Based on its last return; a smaller organization may file the 990-N. Its accounting year ends in December, so each return is due on the 15th day of the 5th month after that.

Tax yearYear endedDueIRS public records
2025December 31, 2025May 15, 2026Not on file
2024December 31, 2024May 15, 2025990 on file
2023December 31, 2023May 15, 2024990 on file

IRS record

EIN
26-0036285
Tax-exempt status
501(c)(3): Charitable, religious, educational or scientific organization
Foundation status
Publicly supported organization (170(b)(1)(A)(vi))
Donations deductible (Pub 78)
Public charity, 50% deduction limit
Exempt since
2002
Accounting year ends
December
Files
Form 990 or 990-EZ
Assets (IRS master file)
$3,705,887
Income (IRS master file)
$1,666,111

Filing history

FormYear endedRevenueExpensesAssetsReturn
990December 2024$1,478,705$2,187,743$3,705,887XML
990December 2023$2,817,179$1,681,684$4,266,333XML
990December 2022$1,263,703$1,414,713$3,043,951IRS
990December 2021–––IRS
990December 2020–––IRS
990December 2018–––IRS
990December 2017–––IRS

990-N: the IRS bulk file holds only the latest e-Postcard per organization; earlier years come from archived copies of that file since 2020 and can have gaps (the IRS e-Postcard search lists every one). 990, 990-EZ, 990-PF, 990-T: every e-filed return in the IRS e-file index since 2019; XML for the latest three processing years, amounts from the IRS Statistics of Income extracts before that. PDF copies and determination letters at the IRS (search EIN 26-0036285).

Questions about INDIANA LATINO INSTITUTE INC

What is the EIN of INDIANA LATINO INSTITUTE INC?
The employer identification number (EIN) of INDIANA LATINO INSTITUTE INC is 26-0036285.
Is INDIANA LATINO INSTITUTE INC tax-exempt?
Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 2002.
Are donations to INDIANA LATINO INSTITUTE INC tax-deductible?
Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
Which annual return does INDIANA LATINO INSTITUTE INC file?
Form 990 or 990-EZ. Based on its last return; a smaller organization may file the 990-N.
When is the next return of INDIANA LATINO INSTITUTE INC due?
The return for tax year 2025 (the year ending December 31, 2025) is due May 15, 2026. Form 8868 extends it by six months; the 990-N cannot be extended.
When did INDIANA LATINO INSTITUTE INC last file with the IRS?
The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990 for the year ended December 2024.
Who is the principal officer of INDIANA LATINO INSTITUTE INC?
The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024 names Andrew Penalva.
Who are the officers and directors of INDIANA LATINO INSTITUTE INC?
The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024 lists 21 people; 2 received compensation from the organization, the highest $173,110 (Marlene Dotson, President & CEO).
How much revenue does INDIANA LATINO INSTITUTE INC have?
On its 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024 it reported revenue of $1,478,705, expenses of $2,187,743 and total assets of $3,705,887 at year end.

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