Down Syndrome Association Of Connecticut Inc

Organization Overview

Down Syndrome Association Of Connecticut Inc is located in New Britain, CT. The organization was established in 1987. According to its NTEE Classification (G25) the organization is classified as: Down Syndrome, under the broad grouping of Voluntary Health Associations & Medical Disciplines and related organizations. As of 06/2020, Down Syndrome Association Of Connecticut Inc employed 2 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Down Syndrome Association Of Connecticut 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 06/2021, Down Syndrome Association Of Connecticut Inc generated $253.0k in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 6 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 15.4% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $227.1k during the year ending 06/2021. While expenses have increased by 13.2% per year over the past 6 years. They've been increasing with an increasing level of total revenue. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.

Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990EZ Filing

TAX YEAR

2021

Describe the Organization's Mission:

Part 3 - Line 1

TO ENCOURAGE INTENTIONALLY INCLUSIVE COMMUNITIES WHILE PROVIDING RESOURCES AND SUPPORT TO INDIVIDUALS WHO LIVE WITH DOWN SYNDROME AND THEIR ADVOCATES.

Describe the Organization's Program Activity:

Part 3

CONFERENCES, SEMINARS & OTHER EVENTS TO INFORM AND EDUCATE THE PUBLIC, FAMILIES AND PERSONS WITH DOWN SYNDROME. ENCOURAGE PARTNERSHIPS BETWEEN MEDICAL AND EDUCATIONAL PROFESSIONALS CONCERNED WITH DOWN SYNDROME.


CONFERENCES, SEMINARS & OTHER EVENTS TO INFORM AND EDUCATE THE PUBLIC, FAMILIES AND PERSONS WITH DOWN SYNDROME. ENCOURAGE PARTNERSHIPS BETWEEN MEDICAL AND EDUCATIONAL PROFESSIONALS CONCERNED WITH DOWN SYNDROME.


THE DS ACT LITERACY AND EDUCATION CENTER, THE ONLY ONE OF ITS KIND IN THE STATE AND ONE OF ONLY A FEW IN THE COUNTRY, PROVIDES HIGHLY INDIVIDUALIZED RESEARCH-BASED LITERACY INSTRUCTION TO STUDENTS WITH A DOWN SYNDROME LEARNING PROFILE. ADDITIONALLY, THE CENTER DRIVES EXCELLENCE IN GENERAL EDUCATION THROUGH PRE-SERVICE TEACHER TRAINING, PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMMING FOR SCHOOL STAFF, AND MENTORING AND INSTRUCTION FOR PARENTS. THE CENTER COLLABORATES WITH ACADEMIC INSTITUTIONS TO PUBLISH PEER-REVIEWED PAPERS ON BEST PRACTICES IN LITERACY INSTRUCTION.


THE MEMBER SUPPORT PROGRAMMING CONNECTS PARENTS AND FAMILY MEMBERS OF INDIVIDUALS WITH DOWN SYNDROME TO INFORMATION, AND SKILLED MEDICAL AND THERAPEUTIC PROFESSIONALS. PARENTS CONNECT WITH ONE ANOTHER FOR PEER SUPPORT AT SOCIAL AND EDUCATIONAL ACTIVITIES. DS ACT FACILITATES SPECIFIC SUPPORT GROUPS FOR TEENS, AND ADULTS WITH DOWN SYNDROME, AND FOR PARENTS WHO HAVE RECENTLY RECEIVED A DIAGNOSIS. THE SUNSHINE COMMITTEE LENDS SUPPORT TO FAMILIES FACING ILLNESS, AND, DURING COVID, FINANCIAL HARDSHIP.


AWARENESS AND OUTREACH EFFORTS INCLUDE ANNUAL DONATIONS OF BOOKS ABOUT DOWN SYNDROME TO SCHOOLS AND LIBRARIES, PRESENTATIONS TO SCHOOL GROUPS AND AT PUBLIC EVENTS, AND DISTRIBUTION OF MATERIALS TO HEALTHCARE PROVIDERS.


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Financial Statements

Statement of Revenue
Federated campaigns$0
Membership dues$2,128
Fundraising events$0
Related organizations$0
Government grants $25,650
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above$40,001
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f $0
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar$67,779
Total Program Service Revenue$112,033
Investment income $52,491
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 $252,953

Grants Recieved

Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 9 grants that Down Syndrome Association Of Connecticut Inc has recieved totaling $36,521.

Awarding OrganizationAmount
Community Foundation Of Greater New Britain Inc

New Britain, CT

PURPOSE: TO SUPPORT VARIOUS PROGRAMS

$8,100
American Online Giving Foundation Inc

Newark, DE

PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT

$8,040
Network For Good Inc

Washington, DC

PURPOSE: UNRESTRICTED

$7,460
Arbella Insurance Foundation Inc

Boston, MA

PURPOSE: UNRESTRICTED OPERATING FUNDS

$7,000
Jana Foundation Inc

New York, NY

PURPOSE: CHARITY

$5,000
Amazonsmile Foundation

Seattle, WA

PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT

$696
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