Nonprofit · EIN 59-2591136
MANA-SOTA LIGHTHOUSE FOR THE BLIND INC
Also known as LIGHTHOUSE VISION LOSS CENTER
Tax-exempt · SARASOTA, FL 34243
Financials
| Year ended | Form | Revenue | Expenses | Net income | Total assets | Liabilities | Net assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| September 30, 2025 | 990 | $2,038,425 | $3,037,993 | -$999,568 | $5,012,625 | $258,065 | $4,754,560 |
| September 30, 2024 | 990 | $2,882,141 | $2,616,455 | $265,686 | $5,848,599 | $185,332 | $5,663,267 |
| September 30, 2023 | 990 | $1,736,617 | $1,881,797 | -$145,180 | $4,910,473 | $156,757 | $4,753,716 |
Financial details: 990 for the year ended September 30, 2025
Revenue
- Contributions, gifts and grants
- $1,656,219
- of which government grants
- $1,355,766
- Program service revenue
- $9,160
- Investment income
- $303,722
- Net gain from sales of assets
- $184,455
- Net income from sales of inventory
- $44,926
- Other revenue
- $69,324
Expenses
- Grants and similar amounts paid
- $0
- Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
- $112,064
- Other salaries and wages
- $1,789,410
- Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
- $2,217,768
- Professional fundraising fees
- $0
- Accounting fees
- $110,781
- Occupancy
- $64,148
- Travel
- $63,163
- Depreciation
- $40,600
- Program services (functional)
- $1,851,634
- Management and general (functional)
- $584,184
- Fundraising (functional)
- $602,175
Balance sheet and other
- Total assets, start of year
- $5,848,599
- Total assets, end of year
- $5,012,625
- Total liabilities, end of year
- $258,065
- Net assets, end of year
- $4,754,560
- Land, buildings and equipment
- $950,342
- Net assets without donor restrictions
- $2,381,556
- Net assets with donor restrictions
- $2,373,004
- Gross receipts
- $2,052,036
- Employees
- 50
- Volunteers
- 18
- Year formed
- 1985
- State of legal domicile
- FL
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 September 30, 2025, highest compensation first.
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation | Other / benefits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ALEXANDRA ELMAN-FOLEY | CEO Officer | 40 | $115,680 | $81 |
| ROBERT OLSEN | PRESIDENT Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| DR PHIL AMES | VICE PRESIDENT Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| JOSH KITCHNER | TREASURER Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| DR JESSICA MARK | SECRETARY Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| CAROLINA SALAS | DIRECTOR Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| CHARLIE KENNEDY | DIRECTOR Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| CHRIS ENGER | DIRECTOR Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| JEAN MARCLEY | DIRECTOR Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
990 for the year ended September 30, 2024: 10 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation | Other / benefits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ALEXANDRA ELMAN-FOLEY | CEO Officer | 40 | $107,945 | $3,490 |
| ROBERT OLSEN | PRESIDENT Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| DR PHIL AMES | VICE PRESIDENT Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| RICHARD DRAPER | TREASURER Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| DR JESSICA MARK | SECRETARY Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| CHRIS ENGER | DIRECTOR Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| JOSH KITCHNER | DIRECTOR Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| JEAN MARCLEY | DIRECTOR Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| CAROLINA SALAS | DIRECTOR Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| MIKE TINSLEY | DIRECTOR Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
990 for the year ended September 30, 2023: 10 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation | Other / benefits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LISA HOWARD | CEO-RESIGNED JULY, 2023 Officer | 40 | $92,675 | $9,522 |
| PHIL AMES | DIRECTOR Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| KRISTIN DOYLE | DIRECTOR Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| JOSH KITCHNER | DIRECTOR Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| CHRIS ENGER | SECRETARY Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| RICHARD A DRAPER | VICE PRESIDENT Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| JESSICA MARK | DIRECTOR Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| ROBB OLSEN | PRESIDENT Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| CAROLINA SALAS | DIRECTOR Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| ALEX ELMAN FOLEY | CEO - HIRED JULY, 2023 Officer | 40 | $0 | $0 |
Address and contacts
- Address (IRS master file)
- 7318 N TAMIAMI TRL, SARASOTA, FL 34243-1401
- Principal officer (990 for 2024)
- ALEXANDRA ELMAN-FOLEY, 7318 N TAMIAMI TRAIL, SARASOTA, FL 34243
- Signed the 990
- ALEXANDRA ELMAN-FOLEY, CEO
- Phone
- (941) 359-1404
- Return prepared by
- DONOVAN PC
Mission
LIGHTHOUSE VISION LOSS EDUCATION CENTER'S MISSION IS TO EDUCATE AND EMPOWER THOSE AFFECTED BY VISION LOSS SO THEY MAY ENJOY HAPPY, HEALTHY AND INDEPENDENT LIVES.
Program accomplishments
- ADL - ACTIVITIES OF DAILY LIVING - A 6 WEEK COURSE OFFERED TO ALL CLIENTS FROM PRE-ETS TO OLDER BLIND. THE STANDARDS FOR ADJUSTMENT TO VISION LOSS INCLUDES ASSESSING EACH CLIENT'S INDIVIDUAL NEEDS, TEACHING PURPOSEFUL, ADAPTIVE DAILY LIVING SKILLS, AND GIVING CLIENTS A "MENTAL TOOLBOX" TO AID THEM WITH PERFORMING DAY TO DAY COMMON TASKS INDEPENDENTLY AND SAFELY. THE PROGRAM IS DESIGNED IN A GROUP SETTING, MEETING ONCE WEEKLY, FOR A SERIES OF SIX WEEKS. ALSO INCLUDED IN THIS PROGRAM IS FAMILY SUPPORT SERVICES, ONE-ON-ONE SUPPORT AND GROUP SETTINGS TO HELP WITH THE THE EMOTIONAL ASPECTS OF VISION LOSS AND THE GRIEVING OF THEIR OLD WAY OF LIFE.Expenses $870,153
- AT - THE PURPOSE OF THE ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY TRAINING SERVICES PROGRAM IS TO EMPOWER VISUALLY IMPAIRED AND BLIND STUDENTS BY PROVIDING THEM WITH THE SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE NECESSARY TO EFFECTIVELY USE ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGIES. THIS PROGRAM AIMS TO ENHANCE THEIR INDEPENDENCE, EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES, AND EMPLOYMENT PROSPECTS WHERE APPLICABLE. THE LIGHTHOUSE VISION LOSS EDUCATION CENTER PROVIDES A FULL RANGE OF ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY SERVICES TO EMPOWER INDIVIDUALS WHO ARE BLIND OR VISUALLY IMPAIRED TO ACHIEVE THE MAXIMUM POTENTIAL IN DAILY LIFE, EDUCATION, AND EMPLOYMENT.revenue $9,160
- PRE-ETS/VR TRANSITION AND EMPLOYMENT SERVICESSTUDENTS AND ADULTS RE-ADAPTING TO THE WORKFORCE LEARN IMPORTANT LIFE SKILLS, ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY, ORIENTATION & MOBILITY, PRACTICAL JOB READINESS SKILLS AND SOCIAL SKILLS TO HELP THEM SUCCEED IN SCHOOL, IN THE WORKPLACE AND IN EVERYDAY LIFE.Expenses $962,533
- CHILDREN'S PROGRAM OUR PROGRAM PROVIDES SUPPLEMENTARY TRAINING FOR CHILDREN AGES 5 TO 13, BEYOND WHAT IS RECEIVED IN SCHOOL, TO BRIDGE THE GAP BETWEEN HOME AND SCHOOL. THE PROGRAM FOCUSES ON THE EXPANDED CORE CURRICULUM (ECC) A RESEARCH-BASED APPROACH DESIGNED TO HELP CHILDREN WITH VISUAL IMPAIRMENTS DEVELOP CRITICAL LIFE SKILLS.LUMINATION LOW VISION STORE FORMERLY CALLED PEEPERS, THIS STORE FEATURES PRODUCTS GEARED TOWARD PEOPLE WITH LOW VISION, WHETHER CLIENTS OR NOT. LUMINATION'S MAGNIFICATION CONSULTANTS OFFER ONE TO ONE CONSULTATIONS, BASED ON WHICH PRODUCTS ARE MOST APPROPRIATE TO AN INDIVIDUAL'S PARTICULAR EYE CONDITION. PEEPERS OPENED A WEBSTORE IN NOVEMBER OF 2020 DESIGNED TO SELL LESS CONSULTATIVE PRODUCTS, AND IN 2024 WAS REBRANDED AS LUMINATION, AND THE STORE FEATURES ITEMS FOR USE IN THE HOME AND OFFICE, TALKING MEDICAL DEVICES AND ALARMS, AND WILL SOON BE A RETAILER OF RAY-BAN META GLASSES.LIGHTHOUSE TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS THIS PROGRAM WAS STARTED IN 2024 TO HELP BRIDGE THE GAP BETWEEN LOW VISION TECHNOLOGY AND EVERYDAY TECH ISSUES. SERVICES ARE OFFERED ON AN HOURLY BASIS AND SLIDING SCALE FOR CLIENTS, AND AT A COMPETITIVE PRICE FOR THE GENERAL PUBLIC.Expenses $18,948 · revenue $69,324
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 September, so each return is due on the 15th day of the 5th month after that.
| Tax year | Year ended | Due | IRS public records |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | September 30, 2026 | February 16, 2027 | Not due yet |
| 2024 | September 30, 2025 | February 17, 2026 | 990 on file |
| 2023 | September 30, 2024 | February 18, 2025 | 990 on file |
IRS record
- EIN
- 59-2591136
- 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
- 1986
- Accounting year ends
- September
- Files
- Form 990 or 990-EZ
- Category (NTEE)
- Voluntary health associations and medical disciplines (G41Z)
- Assets (IRS master file)
- $5,012,625
- Income (IRS master file)
- $2,052,036
Filing history
| Form | Year ended | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 990 | September 2025 | $2,038,425 | $3,037,993 | $5,012,625 | XML |
| 990 | September 2024 | $2,882,141 | $2,616,455 | $5,848,599 | XML |
| 990 | September 2023 | $1,736,617 | $1,881,797 | $4,910,473 | XML |
| 990 | September 2022 | $1,718,494 | $1,486,773 | $4,649,002 | IRS |
| 990 | September 2021 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | September 2020 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | September 2018 | – | – | – | 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 59-2591136).
Questions about MANA-SOTA LIGHTHOUSE FOR THE BLIND INC
- What is the EIN of MANA-SOTA LIGHTHOUSE FOR THE BLIND INC?
- The employer identification number (EIN) of MANA-SOTA LIGHTHOUSE FOR THE BLIND INC is 59-2591136.
- Is MANA-SOTA LIGHTHOUSE FOR THE BLIND INC tax-exempt?
- Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 1986.
- Are donations to MANA-SOTA LIGHTHOUSE FOR THE BLIND INC tax-deductible?
- Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
- Which annual return does MANA-SOTA LIGHTHOUSE FOR THE BLIND 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 MANA-SOTA LIGHTHOUSE FOR THE BLIND INC due?
- The return for tax year 2025 (the year ending September 30, 2026) is due February 16, 2027. Form 8868 extends it by six months; the 990-N cannot be extended.
- When did MANA-SOTA LIGHTHOUSE FOR THE BLIND INC last file with the IRS?
- The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990 for the year ended September 2025.
- Who is the principal officer of MANA-SOTA LIGHTHOUSE FOR THE BLIND INC?
- The 990 for the year ended September 30, 2025 names ALEXANDRA ELMAN-FOLEY.
- Who are the officers and directors of MANA-SOTA LIGHTHOUSE FOR THE BLIND INC?
- The 990 for the year ended September 30, 2025 lists 9 people; 1 received compensation from the organization, the highest $115,680 (ALEXANDRA ELMAN-FOLEY, CEO).
- How much revenue does MANA-SOTA LIGHTHOUSE FOR THE BLIND INC have?
- On its 990 for the year ended September 30, 2025 it reported revenue of $2,038,425, expenses of $3,037,993 and total assets of $5,012,625 at year end.
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