Learning Disabilities Association, Inc. (LDA Minnesota)

Mission Statement

LDA Minnesota serves individuals, families and communities impacted by learning differences, equipping and inspiring learners to thrive and lead fulfilled lives.

Impact and Programs

Accomplishments LDA Minnesota’s spectrum services include diagnostic assessments, tutoring and executive function skill building, academic interventions for students in low-income schools, teacher training and professional development, family literacy activities, parent workshops and support groups. LDA directly served 1,131 individuals during FY 2021 (Sept. 1, 2020 – Aug. 31, 2021), of those served, 76% were children and families; 24% were adults; 73% were low-income; and 63% were people of color. Many, if not all, of our low-income students would not have access to high quality tutoring or academic support if it were not for LDA’s programs. LDA’s largest program, Learning Connections, continues to deliver important intervention time to students who are behind in basic reading and math skills. With gaps in learning time due to the pandemic, our expanding network of school partners are emphasizing the importance of focused interventions to help students catch up. During the school year 2020-2021, the Learning Connections Program served 166 students in grades K-12. For students receiving reading or math interventions during the school year, 85 had at least two benchmark data points: 89% showed positive growth, and 74% exceeded expected growth expectations, narrowing their achievement gaps. LDA’s newest program, our alternative teacher preparation and licensure, graduated its first cohort of teacher candidates in May 2021 and welcomed a new cohort this Fall 2021 who include 55% who identify as Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC).
Current Goals LDA Minnesota’s goal is to improve learning outcomes for Minnesotans achieving below their potential, especially for individuals challenged by learning disabilities, attention deficits, and economic or educational disadvantage. All of LDA’s programs contribute to this goal either through direct service with students or indirectly through teacher or parent training and development. LDA's Learning Connections Program will provide intensive academic instruction will increase reading and math skills and improve academic achievement for more than 300 low-income students at-risk for school failure at seven sites. LDA's Assessments will serve 39 individuals and diagnose learning disabilities or ADHD and follow-up feedback to improve their understanding of how they learn, their academic strengths and weaknesses, and helpful accommodations. Additionally, 65 children, youth, and adults with learning disabilities, attention deficits, or other learning challenges will receive individualized Tutoring or Executive Function Skill Building to achieve personal educational goals. LDA Minnesota's Teacher Prep Program will enroll a diverse group of teacher candidates with at least 40% identifying as BIPOC and retain 90% of candidates through completion in the program.
Community or Constituency Served LDA Minnesota helps children, youth, and adults with or at risk for learning and attention challenges to achieve their potential in work, school, and life. LDA’s goal is to improve learning outcomes for Minnesotans, especially for individuals challenged by learning disabilities, attention deficits, and economic or educational disadvantage.
Geographic Area Served Statewide with primary focus on the Twin Cities

Reports & Finances

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Major Program Expenses
Learning Connections:
$306,986
Teacher Preparation & Licensure:
$222,088
Assessment Services:
$77,507
3 Year Average Expenses
Program Services
$659,813
84.4%
Management
$86,744
11.1%
Fundraising
$35,181
4.5%
Unrestricted Net Assets
End of Year:
Beginning of Year:
Difference:
2020
$883,688
$859,737
$23,951
2019
$859,737
$1,025,655
($165,918)
2018
$1,025,655
$1,037,002
($11,347)

Notes from the Council

Organization Last Reviewed on 05/03/2022

This date is representative of when we completed our initial Accountability Wizard® nonprofit review, and provided the organization with their results. This review is good for three years from the date provided
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Address:
6100 Golden Valley Road
Golden Valley, MN 55422
Phone: 952-582-6000

General Information

Alternative Name: LDA Minnesota, LDA, LDA Learning Center
EIN: 23-7297031
Principal Staff: Martha Moriarty
Number of Full-Time Equivalents (FTE): 11
Volunteer Opportunities: Yes
Number of Clients: 1,200
Ruling Year: 1973

Board

Board Chair: Jerry Golden
Number of Board Members: 8
Board Meetings with Quorum: 6
Average Member Attendance: 9

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1915 Highway 36 W Ste 133 • Roseville, Minnesota 55113-2709
Phone: (651) 224–7030 • E-mail: info@smartgivers.org

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