irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2020
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $9KEDUCATION AND non-partisan ADVOCACY - PROVIDES PRACTICAL INFORMATION AND A BROAD RANGE OF RESOURCES TO INDEPENDENT WORKERS, POLICYMAKERS, THE MEDIA AND OTHERS. THIS INCLUDES ANALYSIS OF NEW WORK ARRANGEMENTS IN OUR CHANGING ECONOMY, POLICY UPDATES TO FLEXIBLE WORKERS AND POLICYMAKERS AND REFERRALS FOR LEGAL AND TAX INFORMATION FOR PEOPLE WHO WORK INDEPENDENTLY.
named programs · 2 · from sources
What they call their work
Free Legal Assistance Program
Offers free legal support to independent workers on contract review, negotiation, dispute resolution, intellectual property, and non-payment issues.
Policy Research and Issue Reports
Produces in-depth studies on challenges facing independent workers, including unpaid wages, unemployment protection, retirement, and tax policy.
activities · 3 groups
What they do
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Worker Rights Advocacy & Wage Protection 1 activity
- Advocates for legal protections for independent workers through policy initiativesCo-sponsors and promotes legislative efforts to secure rights for freelancers, including the Freelance Isn’t Free Act to combat nonpayment and late payment, and bills extending harassment and discrimination protections to independent workers under New York City’s Human Rights Law.
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Nonprofit Sector Research & Data Analysis 1 activity
- Conducts and publishes research on independent work in the changing economyCarries out long-term research and analysis on labor and employment trends affecting independent workers, with findings disseminated to workers, policymakers, and media to inform public understanding and policy development.
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Pro Bono Legal Representation and Support 1 activity
- Provides free legal assistance and education to independent workersOffers direct legal services and educational resources to independent workers on issues including contract review and negotiation, incorporation, dispute resolution, intellectual property, and non-payment. Serves as a support mechanism for freelancers navigating legal challenges in their work.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$461K
Contributions & grants$461K100%
Program service revenue$1870%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$218K
Program expenses62%
Admin / overhead37%
Fundraising2%
Salaries & benefits$24K
Grants paid out$870
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$590K
Cash$143K
Investments$0
Liabilities$247K
Net assets$344K
Liquid reserves7.8 mo
3 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +624.0%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| RAFAEL ESPINAL | EXEC. DIRECTOR | 1 | $218K |
board members · 5
- ELLE TOUSSI — CHAIR (AS OF 01/24)
- HANAN KOLKO — CHAIR (THRU 01/24)
- INA CHANG — DIRECTOR (THRU 06/24)
- OHAD FOLMAN — DIRECTOR (THRU 06/24)
- TRISALA CHANDARIA — SECRETARY/TREASURER
relationships · 3
Who they work with
- Freelancers Union Partner — Collaborated on research studies related to independent workers.
- New York City Council Government — Government body with which the organization's executive director served in an official capacity while advancing freelancer protections.
- New York City Council Government — Primary funder supporting the provision of free legal assistance to independent workers.
strategies · 3
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Integrated Research, Education, and Advocacymethodology: research-education-advocacyBy combining research, education, and non-partisan advocacy, we create a feedback loop that informs policy and practice because multi-pronged approaches generate deeper impact than isolated efforts.
- Research-for-Advocacymethodology: research-for-advocacyBy producing original research, we shape public discourse and influence policy because evidence-based narratives increase awareness and motivate action on behalf of independent workers.
- Worker-Centered Movement Buildingmethodology: worker-centered movement buildingBy engaging directly with independent workers and amplifying their voices, we build collective power and drive systemic change because authentic worker leadership strengthens advocacy and ensures relevance to real-world needs.