Students Supporting Brain Tumor Research is located in Scottsdale, AZ. The organization was established in 2004. According to its NTEE Classification (G12) the organization is classified as: Fund Raising & Fund Distribution, under the broad grouping of Voluntary Health Associations & Medical Disciplines and related organizations. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Students Supporting Brain Tumor Research 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 06/2023, Students Supporting Brain Tumor Research generated $421.0k in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 3 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 50.2% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $226.3k during the year ending 06/2023. While expenses have increased by 24.0% per year over the past 3 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.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
SSBTR'S MISSION IS TO PROVIDE EDUCATION AND LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT OF OUR YOUTH, FURNISH A PLATFORM FOR THEM TO PLAY A PRINCIPLE ROLE IN EFFECTING POSITVE CHANGES IN THEIR COMMUNITIES, PROMOTE AWARENESS OF HOW COMMON BRAIN TUMORS ARE AS ONE OF THE LEADING CAUSES OF CANCER DEATHS AMONG THEIR PEERS AND ACT AS AN OUTREACH TO SUPPORT AFFECTED INDIVIDUALS AND THE THEIR FAMILIES. THE CENTERPIECE OF THIS STUDENT-RUN NONPROFIT IS ITS ANNUAL CURE-A-THON, WHICH SERVES AS A VEHICLE TOWARD RAISING SUPPORT FOR BRAIN TUMOR RESEARCH THROUGH SOLICITING DONATIONS AND ENHANCING COMMUNITY AND CORPORATE INVOLVEMENT.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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GRANTS PAID TO ORGANIZATIONS FOR THE PURPOSE OF BRAIN TUMOR RESEARCH.
STUDENTS WERE EDUCATED IN NEUROSCIENCE FIELDS WHICH INCLUDE MEDICAL, RESEARCH LABS AND PHILANTHROPY. THESE ARE MONTHLY PROGRAMS STARTING IN AUGUST AND ENDING IN APRIL. SEVEN STUDENTS ARE ON THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS AND AN ADDITIONAL 50 STUDENTS ARE IN ATTENDANCE AT OUR MEETINGS.
Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
---|---|---|---|
Wendy Kaye MD President | OfficerTrustee | 10 | $0 |
Ron Hirsch Vice President | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Steve Glassman Founder | OfficerTrustee | 5 | $0 |
Adreinne Scheck PHD Board Member | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Jesse Higgins Board Member | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Mikaela Gibson Board Member | Trustee | 4 | $0 |
Statement of Revenue | |
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Federated campaigns | $0 |
Membership dues | $0 |
Fundraising events | $51,119 |
Related organizations | $0 |
Government grants | $0 |
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $369,083 |
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $420,202 |
Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
Investment income | $4,126 |
Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
Royalties | $0 |
Net Rental Income | $0 |
Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
Net Income from Fundraising Events | -$3,342 |
Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
Total Revenue | $420,986 |
Statement of Expenses | |
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Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $218,462 |
Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $0 |
Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
Other salaries and wages | $0 |
Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
Other employee benefits | $0 |
Payroll taxes | $0 |
Fees for services: Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
Fees for services: Accounting | $0 |
Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Other | $0 |
Advertising and promotion | $0 |
Office expenses | $4,508 |
Information technology | $1,663 |
Royalties | $0 |
Occupancy | $192 |
Travel | $0 |
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 | $0 |
Insurance | $1,494 |
All other expenses | $0 |
Total functional expenses | $226,319 |
Balance Sheet | |
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Cash—non-interest-bearing | $3,520 |
Savings and temporary cash investments | $3,647 |
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 | $0 |
Investments—publicly traded securities | $205,241 |
Investments—other securities | $0 |
Investments—program-related | $0 |
Intangible assets | $0 |
Other assets | $0 |
Total assets | $212,408 |
Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $0 |
Grants payable | $0 |
Deferred revenue | $0 |
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 | $0 |
Other liabilities | $0 |
Total liabilities | $0 |
Net assets without donor restrictions | $212,408 |
Net assets with donor restrictions | $0 |
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 | $212,408 |
Over the last fiscal year, Students Supporting Brain Tumor Research has awarded $218,000 in support to 4 organizations.
Grant Recipient | Amount |
---|---|
BARROW NEUROLOGICAL FNDTN PURPOSE: PROGRAM SUPPORT | $54,000 |
PHOENIX CHILDRENS HOSP FNDTN PURPOSE: PROGRAM SUPPORT | $86,000 |
TGEN PURPOSE: PROGRAM SUPPORT | $48,000 |
U OF A MEDICAL COLLEGE FNDTN PURPOSE: PROGRAM SUPPORT | $30,000 |