National Black Caucus of State Legislators

Washington, DC · Founded 1977

Network of African American state legislators advancing policy solutions

Primary audience
Community Members
Work area
Social Services
Topic
Community Support
Contact
LaKimba DeSadier
Website Contact

About Organization

Membership organization bringing together Black state lawmakers from across the United States. Based in Washington, DC, the caucus develops policy positions and advocates on issues affecting African American communities. The organization reported $3.1 million in revenue for 2023.

What They Focus On

Service Delivery

Provides programs meeting identified community needs with quality, consistency, and cultural responsiveness

Stakeholder Engagement

Builds relationships with participants, partners, and supporters advancing shared goals

Organizational Sustainability

Maintains operational capacity through sound management, diverse funding, and strategic planning

Financial Information

Form 990 data showing organizational financial health and growth.

Revenue (2024)

$3.7M

-1.8% vs 2023

Expenses (2024)

$3.6M

-2.9% vs 2023

Assets (2024)

$2.3M

+22.1% vs 2023

Employees (2024)

13

+85.7% vs 2023

Year Revenue Expenses Assets Employees
2024 $3,700,079 $3,643,312 $2,291,654 13
2023 $3,768,853 $3,753,782 $1,877,433 7
2022 $4,330,026 $3,230,715 $4,822,359 7
2021 $3,218,552 $2,998,492 $4,139,916 5
2020 $2,262,545 $1,206,943 $3,345,505 5
2019 $2,698,815 $1,801,537 $2,310,507 7
2018 $2,034,526 $2,426,063 $1,424,699 4

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. All figures in USD.

How They Work

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  • 01

    Assess Needs

    Identifies community priorities through data analysis, stakeholder input, and environmental scanning

  • 02

    Design Programs

    Develops evidence-based interventions addressing identified needs with measurable outcomes

  • 03

    Deliver Services

    Implements programs through qualified staff, volunteers, and community partners

  • 04

    Evaluate Impact

    Monitors results, collects feedback, and adjusts strategies for continuous improvement

Programs and Initiatives

Services and programs offered by National Black Caucus of State Legislators

Core Programs

Implements strategic initiatives aligned with organizational mission and community priorities

Outreach Services

Engages stakeholders through communication, education, and relationship building activities

Resource Development

Secures funding and partnerships supporting program sustainability and organizational growth

Team & Leadership

Meet the people behind National Black Caucus of State Legislators.

Region II PA, NY, VI

Region II PA, NY, VI

Rep. Regina Young (PA) Chair Sen. Carla J. Joseph (VI) Vice Chair
Region III DE, MD

Region III DE, MD

Rep. Melissa Minor-Brown (DE) Chair Del. Gary Simmons (MD) Vice Chair
Region IV KY, TN, VA, WV

Region IV KY, TN, VA, WV

Del. Cia Price (VA) Chair Rep. G.A Hardaway (TN) Vice Chair
Region V NC, SC

Region V NC, SC

Rep. Amber Baker (NC) Chair Sen. Deon Tedder (SC) Vice Chair
Region VI FL, GA

Region VI FL, GA

Rep. Daryl Campbell (FL) Chair Rep. Debra Bazemore (GA) Vice Chair
Region VII AL, MS

Region VII AL, MS

Sen. Rodger Smitherman (AL) Chair Sen. Hillman Frazier (MS) Vice Chair
Region VIII IL, IN, MN

Region VIII IL, IN, MN

Rep. Robin Shackleford (IN) Chair Vacant Vice Chair
Region IX MI, OH, WI

Region IX MI, OH, WI

Rep. Amos O’Neal (MI) Chair Vacant Vice Chair
Region XI  IA, KS, MO, NE

Region XI  IA, KS, MO, NE

Rep. KC Ohaebosim (KS) Chair Sen. Angela Mosley (MO) Vice Chair
LD

LaKimba DeSadier

CEO
Full-time
Compensation: $165,086
DB

Desmond Banks

Policy Director
Full-time
Compensation: $137,682
NB

Nancy Beams

CFO
Full-time
Compensation: $121,163
JG

Joseph Grant

COO
Full-time
Compensation: $43,989
TG

Tonnette Graham

Policy Director
Full-time
Compensation: $24,679
RH

Rep Harold M Love Jr

President
10 hrs/week
SJ

Sen James Sanders Jr

Vice President
5 hrs/week
SR

Sen Raumesh Akbari

President Elect
7 hrs/week
SG

Sen Gerald Neal

Parliamentarian
5 hrs/week
SP

Sen Paul Lowe

Chaplain
5 hrs/week

Milestones

1977

Organization Founded

1977

Established as nonprofit corporation serving community needs

2018

Financial Growth

2018

Expanded operational capacity through increased revenue and program development

2023

Program Expansion

2023

Enhanced service delivery reaching more individuals and strengthening community partnerships

2024

Continued Operations

2024

Maintained service delivery and organizational stability despite external challenges

Associated People

Board members, advisors, and key contributors

Board of Directors

AL
Asm Landon Dais Director 001.00 hrs/week
DA
Del Ashanti Martinez Financial Secretary 005.00 hrs/week
DC
Del Cia Price Director 001.00 hrs/week
DG
Del Gary Simmons Director 001.00 hrs/week
DK
Del Karen Toles Director 001.00 hrs/week
DK
Del Kent Roberson Director 001.00 hrs/week
RA
Rep Amber Baker Director 001.00 hrs/week
RA
Rep Annie E McDaniel Director 001.00 hrs/week
RA
Rep Antonio Parkinson Director 001.00 hrs/week
RA
Rep Artis McCampbell Director 001.00 hrs/week
RC
Rep Carl L Anderson Director 001.00 hrs/week
RC
Rep Cherrish Pryor Treasurer 005.00 hrs/week
RD
Rep Darnell Brewer Director 001.00 hrs/week
RD
Rep Daryl Campbell Director 001.00 hrs/week
RD
Rep Debra Bazemore Director 001.00 hrs/week
RD
Rep Dianne Hart Director 001.00 hrs/week
RE
Rep Earle Banks Director 001.00 hrs/week
RG
Rep GA Hardaway Director 001.00 hrs/week
RJ
Rep John King Director 001.00 hrs/week
RJ
Rep Jolanda Jones Director 001.00 hrs/week
RK
Rep KC Ohaebosim Director 001.00 hrs/week
RK
Rep Karen Bennett Director 001.00 hrs/week
RK
Rep Kendra Johnson Director 001.00 hrs/week
RM
Rep Marlene Terry Director 001.00 hrs/week
RM
Rep Melissa Minor-Brown Director 001.00 hrs/week
RN
Rep Nicole Collier Director 001.00 hrs/week
RO
Rep Otis Anthony Director 001.00 hrs/week
RR
Rep Raymond Hull Director 001.00 hrs/week
RR
Rep Regina English Director 001.00 hrs/week
RR
Rep Regina Young Director 001.00 hrs/week
RR
Rep Robin Shackleford Director 001.00 hrs/week
RS
Rep Sandra Hollins Director 001.00 hrs/week
RT
Rep Toni Rose Secretary 005.00 hrs/week
RT
Rep Torrey Harris Director 001.00 hrs/week
SA
Sen Angela Mosley Director 001.00 hrs/week
SB
Sen Borris Miles Director 001.00 hrs/week
SC
Sen Carla J Joseph Director 001.00 hrs/week
SD
Sen David Haley Director 001.00 hrs/week
SD
Sen Deon Tedder Director 001.00 hrs/week
SH
Sen Hillman Frazier Director 001.00 hrs/week
SJ
Sen Jamie Scott Director 001.00 hrs/week
SR
Sen Regina Goodwin Director 001.00 hrs/week
SR
Sen Robert Stewart Director 001.00 hrs/week
SR
Sen Rodger Smitherman Director 001.00 hrs/week

Information compiled from IRS Form 990 and organizational materials.

Executive Compensation

Top compensated officers & key employees from IRS Form 990

Total Reported (2024)

$493K

Highest Paid

$165K

Lakimba Desadier

Compensated Officers

5

Name Title Base Other Total Hrs/Wk
Lakimba Desadier CEO $165,086 — $165,086 050
Desmond Banks Policy Director $137,682 — $137,682 040
Nancy Beams CFO $121,163 — $121,163 050
Joseph Grant COO $43,989 — $43,989 040
Tonnette Graham Policy Director $24,679 — $24,679 040

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. Compensation includes base and other reported compensation.

Partners & Funders

Grant funding relationships from IRS Form 990 filings

$210K Grants Received
7 Organizations

Top Funders

7 total
EI
EdChoice Inc
$50K
AC
American Cancer Society Cancer Action
$40K
CT
Ctia - The Wireless Association
$40K
EE
Edison Electric Institute Inc.
$35K
AF
American Fuel And Petrochemical
$15K
TC
Tulsa Community Foundation
$15K
EF
Everytown For Gun Safety Action Fund
$15K
EdChoice Inc American Cancer Society Cancer Action Ctia - The Wireless Association Edison Electric Institute Inc. American Fuel And Petrochemical Tulsa Community Foundation Everytown For Gun Safety Action Fund
EdChoice Inc American Cancer Society Cancer Action Ctia - The Wireless Association Edison Electric Institute Inc. American Fuel And Petrochemical Tulsa Community Foundation Everytown For Gun Safety Action Fund

Source: IRS Form 990 Schedule I filings. Amounts may span multiple tax years.

Contact

Get in touch with National Black Caucus of State Legislators

Phone

(202) 624-5457

Social

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122 C St NW Ste 540 Washington, DC 20001