NonprofitsLegal Services Of North Dakota

Legal Services Of North Dakota

BISMARCK, ND

Total revenue

$3.1M

Total expenses

$3.3M

Net assets

$434K

Grants received

$7.3M

33 grants

EIN

450336235

Tax year

2024

Mission

Provide high quality advice, education & representation to low-income north dakotans, as well as disadvantaged elderly on areas of civil law.

Programs

2 programs

We provided specialized legal services to 1,021 seniors, assisting with healthcare directives, powers of attorney, wills, and estate planning, as well as other civil legal matters unique to older adults. These services empower seniors to make informed decisions about their healthcare, housing, and financial affairs, improving their quality of life and reducing the risk of exploitation and abuse.

Expenses: $549K

Through our dedicated victim services programs, we supported 199 victims and families impacted by domestic violence, human trafficking, and other crimes. Our attorneys provided critical legal assistance, including obtaining protection orders, advocating in court, and connecting clients with resources for safety and stability. These services played a vital role in helping victims achieve justice and rebuild their lives free from violence and fear.

Expenses: $373K

Financials

FY 2024

Revenue

Contributions & grants$2.3M
Program service revenue$803K
Investment income
Other revenue$18K
Total revenue$3.1M

Expenses

Grants paid
Salaries & benefits$2.5M
Fundraising
Other expenses$801K
Total expenses$3.3M
Total assets$979K
Net assets$434K

People

14 listed

NameRoleCompensation

JEN LEE

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Board

$126K

40 hrs/wk

KIM KRAMER

CFO

Board

$80K

40 hrs/wk

MARY KAE KELSCH

SECRETARY/TREASURER

Board

1 hrs/wk

LENORA KUTZ

DIRECTOR

Board

1 hrs/wk

LISA TOMLINSON

DIRECTOR

Board

1 hrs/wk

JIM WANG

DIRECTOR

Board

1 hrs/wk

SAMANTHA LINDGREN

DIRECTOR

Board

1 hrs/wk

TRACY LAAVEG

PRESIDENT

Board

1 hrs/wk

WADE ENGET

DIRECTOR

Board

1 hrs/wk

MARK ZEHNACKER

DIRECTOR

Board

1 hrs/wk

DANIELLE KRAUS

DIRECTOR

Board

1 hrs/wk

KATIE PERLEBERG

DIRECTOR

Board

1 hrs/wk

GARY RAMSEY

DIRECTOR

Board

1 hrs/wk

LAUREL FORSBERG

VICE PRESIDENT

Board

1 hrs/wk

Grants received

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FromAmountPurposeYear
$100K
GENERAL OPERATIONS
2024
$80K
TO SUPPORT LEGAL SERVICES TO THE POOR
2024
$46K
Support Agency Programs
2024
$19K
FOR THE NORTH DAKOTA COURT IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM - ACCESS TO JUSTIC
2024
$17K
PROVIDE LEGAL REPRESENTATION IN TRIBAL COURTS
2024
$1.2M
CIVIL LEGAL AID
2023
$136K
GENERAL OPERATIONS
2023
$45K
Support Agency Programs
2023
$30K
TO SUPPORT LEGAL SERVICES TO THE POOR
2023
$25K
GENERAL SUPPORT
2023
$10K
FOR THE NORTH DAKOTA COURT IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM
2023
$6K
PROVIDE LEGAL REPRESENTATION IN TRIBAL COURTS
2023
$1.2M
CIVIL LEGAL AID
2022
$146K
GENERAL OPERATIONS
2022
$82K
TO SUPPORT LEGAL SERVICES TO THE POOR
2022
$45K
Support Agency Programs
2022
$25K
GENERAL SUPPORT
2022
$10K
FOR THE NORTH DAKOTA COURT IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM
2022
$1.1M
CIVIL LEGAL AID
2021
$13K
GENERAL SUPPORT
2021
$874K
CIVIL LEGAL AID
2020
$115K
GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT
2020
$45K
TO SUPPORT LEGAL SERVICES TO THE POOR
2020
$10K
GENERAL SUPPORT
2020
$10K
TO PROVIDE PROJECT SUPPORT FOR BANKRUPTCY TRAININGS FOR ATTORNEYS.
2020
$940K
CIVIL LEGAL AID
2019
$95K
TO PROVIDE CIVIL LEGAL SERVICES FOR LOW-INCOME RESIDENTS OF CASS AND CLAY COUNTIES TO IMPROVE SOCIAL DETERMINANTS OF HEALTH.
2019
$10K
GENERAL SUPPORT
2019
$71K
TO SUPPORT LEGAL SERVICES TO THE POOR
2018
$8K
TO PROVIDE PROJECT SUPPORT FOR BANKRUPTCY TRAININGS FOR ATTORNEYS.
2018
$768K
CIVIL LEGAL AID
2017
$27K
INDIAN LEGAL SERVICES
2017
$10K
GENERAL SUPPORT
2017

Funded by

$7.3M from 8 funders · 33 grants · 2017–2024

Legal Services Corporation

$6.1M · 6 grants · 2017–2023

Otto Bremer Trust

$592K · 5 grants · 2019–2024

North Dakota Bar Foundation Inc

$347K · 8 grants · 2018–2024

United Way of Cass-Clay

$136K · 3 grants · 2022–2024

Fredrikson & Byron Foundation

$93K · 6 grants · 2017–2023

Native American Rights Fund Inc

$27K · 1 grant · 2017

Montana Legal Services Association

$23K · 2 grants · 2023–2024

American College Of Bankruptcy

$18K · 2 grants · 2018–2020

Details

EIN450336235
Subsection03
Ruling date1977-03
Formed2004
Employees33
Volunteers15
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