PACIFIC ASIAN COUNSELING SERVICES
Mission Statement
PACS is a community-based nonprofit dedicated to enriching the lives of children and families through counseling and caring. Since 1981, PACS has focused on serving underserved communities across Los Angeles County, with a strong emphasis on immigrant and refugee populations. The organization provides a range of mental health and supportive services, from prevention and early intervention to more intensive programs, designed to meet individuals and families where they are. PACS is known for its culturally responsive and language-accessible approach, as well as its commitment to creating a supportive environment for both clients and staff. The organization’s work is rooted in respect, community connection, and a belief that everyone deserves the opportunity to live a meaningful and stable life.
Financial Overview — FY 2025
Compared with Peers
FY 2023| Ratio | This org | Peer median | Position (P10 → P90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Program expense ratio
Program expenses / total expenses
· higher is better
|
84.3% | 85.1% |
P10P90
|
Below median |
|
Admin expense ratio
Management and general / total expenses
· lower is better
|
15.7% | 12.8% |
P10P90
|
Below median |
|
Fundraising expense ratio
Fundraising expenses / total expenses
· lower is better
|
0.0% | 0.0% |
P10P90
|
Top quarter |
|
Operating reserve
Months of expenses covered by net assets
· higher is better
|
0.2 mo | 6.3 mo |
P10P90
|
Bottom quarter |
|
Liabilities to assets
Total liabilities / total assets
· lower is better
|
96.2% | 23.1% |
P10P90
|
Bottom quarter |
|
Revenue concentration
Share of revenue from the largest source
· lower is better
|
99.7% | 91.7% |
P10P90
|
Bottom quarter |
|
Revenue growth
Year over year revenue growth
|
-5.6% | 8.8% |
P10P90
|
|
|
Expense growth
Year over year expense growth
|
-5.5% | 11.0% |
P10P90
|
|
|
Surplus margin
Surplus as a share of revenue
|
0.9% | 2.6% |
P10P90
|
Impact
1 program| Outcome / Program | People Served | Cost / Service | # Completed | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cost Varies, a donation of $1000 provides 1 month of rental assistance to prevent homelessness | 1,009 | $1,000.00 | — | Per Day |
Financial History
| Year | Revenue | Expenses | Net Assets | Program % | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6.4M | $6.3M | N/A | — | 67 |
| 2024 | $6.4M | $6.3M | N/A | — | 70 |
| 2023 | $6.4M | $6.3M | $102K | 84.3% | 80 |
| 2022 | $6.8M | $6.7M | $217K | 83.9% | 89 |
| 2021 | $13.6M | $6.8M | N/A | — | 101 |
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