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MIP Score

58

Legal Aid
Public Interest Litigation

Kansas Appleseed Center for Law and Justice Inc.

Mission

Kansas Appleseed is a nonprofit organization focused on advocating for systemic changes to promote social justice, food access, child welfare, and civic engagement across Kansas. They collaborate with community members, conduct research, and engage in impact litigation to address pressing issues affecting low-income and marginalized populations.

Basic Information

Tax-Exempt

Address

211 E 8th St, Ste D, Lawrence, Kansas, 66044

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Founded in

1999

EIN

48-1219759

Total Assets

$729.3 thousand

UN Sustainable Development Goals Supported

This organization contributes to the following United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. See the SDG page for more information.

At a Glance

Kansas Fights Voter Suppression

Kansas Fights Voter Suppression

Explore Kansas’s journey in voting rights—from early leadership in expanding access to recent challenges.

Ending Hunger in Kansas

Ending Hunger in Kansas

Kansas Appleseed advocates for policies that eliminate the root causes of hunger.

Child Welfare Advocacy

Child Welfare Advocacy

Working to ensure that Kansas children in foster care receive the support and services they need.

Impact Stats

9232

Children Impacted

Children Impacted by Foster Care

In 2023, Kansas had over 9,000 children impacted by foster care, highlighting the ongoing challenges in the system.

7000+

Children in Foster Care

Lawsuit for Foster Care Reform

In 2020, Kansas officials agreed to a settlement designed to reform the foster care system, benefiting over 7,000 children.

50%

Children on Free Reduced Meals

Hunger and Food Assistance

50% of Kansas children receive assistance from the free and reduced meal program, working towards ensuring that children have access to adequate nutrition.

Past Events

Voter Suppression Forum

2023-09-15

Discussed recent challenges in voting rights and community efforts to combat voter suppression.

Child Welfare Conference

2023-08-03

Annual conference focusing on child welfare reforms and advocacy strategies.

Hunger Action Day

2023-07-20

Community gathering to address food insecurity and share resources.

Upcoming Events

Justice System Reform Meeting

Justice System Reform Meeting

2024-05-01

Join us to discuss reforms in both the youth and adult justice systems in Kansas.

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Advocacy Training Workshop

2024-06-10

A workshop aimed at training community members for effective advocacy.

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Our Programs

SOUL Family Legal Permanency Program

Designed for young people in foster care to reflect their vision of family and supportive adult networks.

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Strengthen Families Rebuild Hope Coalition

Advocacy for a better foster care system involving youth with experiential knowledge.

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Volunteer Opportunities

Advocacy Volunteer

Help advocate for policies that promote a fair and just Kansas.

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Research Assistant

Support Kansas Appleseed's research efforts on social justice issues.

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Testimonials

"Kansas Appleseed is making a meaningful difference in the lives of vulnerable Kansans by addressing systemic issues head-on."

Amanda Schlumpberger

Policy and Research Director

MIP Score (Beta)

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Overall Score

58

44

/100

Program Expense Ratio

85.57%

18

/20

Program Revenue Growth

0.00%

2

/20

Leverage Ratio

0.21

14

/20

Working Capital Ratio

0.5735

8

/20

Fundraising Efficiency

0

2

/20

Latest Filing Data: Form 990

Fiscal Year:2022

Source:Source: Self-reported by organization

Financial Details

Revenue

CategoryAmountPercentage
Contributions, Gifts, and Grants935.1K96.78%
Program Services00.00%
Investment Income15.21K1.57%
Sales of Non-Inventory Assets00.00%
Other Notable Sources15.91K1.65%
Total Revenue966.3K100.00%