Indiana Latino Institute Inc
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
Our mission is to advance Latino educational attainment and workforce preparedness statewide through advocacy, leadership development, and culturally responsive programming.
- Income
- $1.5 million
- Spending
- $2.2 million
- Spent on programs
- 91%
- Reserves
- 8.4 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- donations and private grants, 70%
- Employees
- 24
- Volunteers
- 80
- Highest pay
- $195,490, president & ceo
Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Financial health
Fair: 63 out of 100. Higher than 36% of charities in its peer group (arts and culture, $1m to $10m).
Reserves
28 of 35Spendable reserves would cover 8.4 months of spending.
Debt
20 of 20It owes 10% of what it owns.
Living within its means
0 of 15Spending exceeded income by 48% of income.
Income trend
0 of 15Income fell 48% on the year before.
Spending floor
15 of 1591% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 4 cents.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Governance
Strong: 95 out of 100. Higher than 62% of charities in its peer group (arts and culture, $1m to $10m).
Independent board
25 of 2519 of 19 voting board members are independent.
Conflict of interest policy
15 of 15Has a written conflict of interest policy.
Whistleblower policy
8 of 8Has a written whistleblower policy.
Record keeping policy
7 of 7Has a written policy on keeping and destroying records.
Board minutes
5 of 5Keeps minutes of board meetings.
Board sees the tax return
10 of 10Gave the board a copy of this return before filing it.
Pay set independently
0 of 5Reports no independent review process for its chief executive's pay.
Independent check of accounts
15 of 15Its accounts were audited by an independent accountant.
No reported misuse
10 of 10Reports no diversion of assets, excess benefits or loans to insiders.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Impact evidence
Describes programs. Its tax return describes what it does but we have found no measurable results in it.
Programs described in its return (3)
- $1.7 million spent. 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."
- $116,470 spent. 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
- $136,846 spent. 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)
Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Legitimacy checks
Is it registered with the IRS? Passed.
Listed in the IRS master file of tax-exempt organizations as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
Has the IRS revoked its tax-exempt status? Passed.
Not on the IRS automatic revocation list.
Source: Automatic revocation of exemption list, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
Are donations tax-deductible? Passed.
On the IRS list of organizations eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions.
Source: Publication 78 data: organizations eligible for tax-deductible contributions, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
Is it keeping up with its IRS filings? Passed.
Most recent return on file covers the year ending December 2024.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.
Recognized by the IRS since May 2002.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
Is it in good standing with state regulators? Passed.
Not on California's list of charities barred from soliciting. Other states are not yet checked.
Source: May Not Operate or Solicit for Charitable Purposes list, California Attorney General, Registry of Charities and Fundraisers, file dated October 21, 2026.
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