American Caribbean Experience Inc
- Assets
- $289.0k
- Revenue
- $1.2m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 1
- Location
- Sandy Springs, GA
- Founding
- 06/2002
- Data as of
- 12/2023
- EIN
- 01-0608595
Organization Overview
American Caribbean Experience Inc is located in Sandy Springs, GA. The organization was established in 2002. According to its NTEE Classification (Q30) the organization is classified as: International Development, under the broad grouping of International, Foreign Affairs & National Security and related organizations. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. American Caribbean Experience Inc is a 501(c)(3) and as such, is described as a "Charitable or Religous organization or a private foundation" by the IRS.
For the year ending 12/2023, American Caribbean Experience Inc generated $1.2m in total revenue. The organization has seen a slow decline revenue. Over the past 9 years, revenues have fallen by an average of (0.3%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $1.4m during the year ending 12/2023. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
AMERICAN-CARIBBEAN EXPERIENCE IS A CHRIST-BASED OUTREACH MINISTRY DEDICATED TO COMMUNITY TRANSFORMATION IN THE PARISH OF ST. MARY, JAMAICA THROUGH STRATEGIC INITIATIVES IN EDUCATION, ENTERPRISE, HEALTHCARE, AND DISCIPLESHIP.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
EDUCATION - ACE OPERATED THE CHILD SPONSORSHIP PROGRAM TO MEET THE PHYSICAL AND EDUCATIONAL NEEDS OF OUR SPONSORED CHILDREN AND THEIR FAMILIES. IN 2023 WE CONTINUED THE CHANGES IN ACCOUNTABILITY WITH THE PARENTS AND FAMILIES OF THE STUDENTS SPONSORED. WE WERE ABLE TO EMPLOY SOME OF THE PARENTS WHO NEEDED TO EARN AS WELL AS BEGIN THE PROCESS OF CELEBRATING STUDENT ATTENDANCE, GRADES AND SPECIAL ACHIEVEMENTS THAT HELP BUILD THE CONFIDENCE NEEDED IN THE STUDENTS. THESE OPPORTUNITIES BENEFITED AND CONTINUE TO BENEFIT THE HEALTH AND WELL-BEING OF THE ENTIRE FAMILY.
DISCIPLESHIP - 2023 BEGAN THE WEEKLY USE OF THE PEACE HOUSE WITH ACTIVITIES, DINNER, CELEBRATIONS, AND COMMUNITY GROUP CHATS THAT DEALT WITH SPIRITUALITY. WE WERE ABLE TO HOLD DINNERS FOR OUR STAFF AND NEIGHBORS WHO ARE INTERESTED IN BECOMING PART OF A COMMUNITY WITH THEIR FAMILIES. WHILE ACE IS NOT A CHURCH NOR DOES IT DESIRE TO BECOME ONE, THE MINISTRY PROMOTES SOCIAL FELLOWSHIP THAT PROMOTES FAMILY LIFE, HEALTHY LIFESTYLE CHOICES, AND A SPIRITUAL UNDERSTANDING OF A GOD WHO LOVES THEM AND GIVES EACH PERSON A PURPOSE FOR THEIR LIVES. ACE HIRED A LOCAL PASTOR TO SPEAK TO THE COMMUNITY ATTENDING ABOUT TOPICS ON FINDING PEACE AND ESTABLISHING A BASE LINE FOR LIVING. MANY TOPICS WERE DISCUSSED DEALING WITH CHALLENGES OUR COMMUNITY FACES. BOOK CLUB WAS REINSTATED FOR THE ACE EMPLOYEES HELPING THEM GROW IN THEIR FAITH WALK.
HEALTHCARE - WELLNESS AFTER COVID WAS VERY LIMITED TO OUTREACH. WITH 2023 OPENING UP MORE IN OUR HEALTH REGION, ACE PROVIDED THE NECESSARY PROGRAMS AND FOLLOW UP WITH OUR ELDERLY, HOMEBOUND AND SPECIAL NEEDS STUDENTS. ACE PROVIDED LICENSED HEALTH PROVIDERS TO SEE AND ACCESS THE SICK AND FRAIL WHO WERE UNABLE TO LEAVE THEIR HOMES FOR MEDICAL HELP. IN ADDITION, IF THEY NEEDED A HAIRCUT OR SHAVE, WE USED OUR EQUIPMENT TO HELP CLEAN THEM UP. WE WERE BLESSED TO GET TO SPEND OVER TWO HOURS OR MORE PER RESIDENT.
ENTERPRISE - THE MICROBUSINESS PROGRAM CONTINUES TO BE A LEADING FORCE IN THE LOCAL ECONOMY AND YET KEEPING OUR CARBON FOOTPRINT SMALL. THIS PROGRAM HELPED ADULTS LEARN SKILLS AND GAIN EMPLOYMENT WHILE TEACHING THEIR CHILDREN THAT A FUTURE IS POSSIBLE IN A FAMILY BUSINESS. ACE HIRED A TOTAL OF 4 MEN/WOMEN TO JOIN THE AGRICULTURE WORK FORCE. OUR HONEY PROGRAM IS CONTINUALLY EXPANDING AND SELLING ON A RETAIL BASIS TO THE LOCAL COMMUNITY. CLOUD 9 CHOCOLATE PRODUCTION HAS EXPANDED TO ANOTHER BAR, MINT CHOCOLATE, MAKING OUR LINE OF BRANDS 5 BARS AND 1 ESPRESSO BEAN. THE EDUCATIONAL PIECE OF HOW TO GROW, REAP, AND MAKE CHOCOLATE IS A BIG DEMAND IN THE TOURIST MARKET.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Mike Cauldwell Vice Chair | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Gayla Cauldwell Director | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Allen Fitzwater Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Steve Guy Chairman | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Dixon Marlow Director | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Steve Hatcher Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $0 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $869,045 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $869,045 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $357,257 |
| Investment income | $1,804 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $1,233,742 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $985,451 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $87,192 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $4,360 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $0 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $20,000 |
| Other employee benefits | $3,191 |
| Payroll taxes | $6,627 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $17,281 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $120,865 |
| Advertising and promotion | $17,973 |
| Office expenses | $617 |
| Information technology | $27,393 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $4,052 |
| Travel | $24,717 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $894 |
| Insurance | $11,497 |
| All other expenses | $461 |
| Total functional expenses | $1,421,125 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $198,698 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $0 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $0 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $0 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $2,745 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $87,562 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $289,005 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $24,990 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $118,755 |
| Tax-exempt bond liabilities | $0 |
| Escrow or custodial account liability | $0 |
| Loans and other payables to any current Officer, Director, or Controlling Person | $0 |
| Secured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $81,315 |
| Other liabilities | $0 |
| Total liabilities | $225,060 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $33,530 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $30,415 |
| Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds | $0 |
| Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, building, or equipment fund | $0 |
| Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds | $0 |
| Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $289,005 |