Take The Next Step is located in Monroe, WA. The organization was established in 2005. According to its NTEE Classification (P60) the organization is classified as: Emergency Assistance, under the broad grouping of Human Services and related organizations. As of 12/2021, Take The Next Step employed 15 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Take The Next Step 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 12/2021, Take The Next Step generated $783.1k in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 7 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 14.3% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $780.8k during the year ending 12/2021. While expenses have increased by 15.3% per year over the past 7 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
2021
Describe the Organization's Mission:
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TAKE THE NEXT STEP (TTNS) IS A GRASS-ROOTS, FAITH-BASED, NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION WHOSE MISSION IS TO OFFER FRIENDSHIP, HELP, AND HOPE TO OUR NEIGHBORS IN NEED. WE ACCOMPLISH THIS THROUGH OUR COMMUNITY RESOURCE CENTER, OUTREACH PROGRAM, KIDZ CLUB AND STUDENT LEADERS AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS, COMMUNITY DINNERS, AND GROWING TOGETHER TEEN MOTHERS SUPPORT GROUP.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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COMMUNITY RESOURCE CENTER: PARTICIPANTS / CLIENTS RECEIVE IMMEDIATE ASSISTANCE TO MEET THEIR DAILY NEEDS EMERGENCY FOOD, GAS AND BUS CARDS TO HELP WITH TRANSPORTATION TO MEDICAL AND JOB APPOINTMENTS, COLD WEATHER GEAR, AND SHELTER ITEMS LIKE TENTS AND SLEEPING BAGS. CENTER NAVIGATORS WALK ALONGSIDE CLIENTS THROUGH HOUSING AND JOB SEARCHES, ACCESS TO ADDICTION AND MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES, AND CONNECTION TO ADDITIONAL RESOURCES. FROM MARCH THROUGH DECEMBER, WE DELIVERED OVER $220,000 IN DIRECT FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE TO 170 FAMILIES STRUGGLING WITH THE IMPACTS OF COVID.
KIDZ CLUB AND STUDENT LEADERS AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS: WE FOLLOWED THE MANDATED THE CLOSURE OF SCHOOLS AND SUSPENDED OUR PROGRAMS IN MARCH. OUR STAFF CHECKED IN WITH FAMILIES EVERY WEEK TO MAKE CERTAIN THEY WERE SAFE AND WELL, AND TO HELP WITH REMOTE SCHOOL-RELATED ISSUES LIKE HOW TO SIGN UP FOR DISCOUNTED INTERNET SERVICE AND THEN, HOW TO CONNECT SCHOOL-PROVIDED CHROMEBOOKS TO ZOOM SCHOOL. EVERY MONTH VOLUNTEERS FILLED HUGE KIDZ PACK GIFT BAGS WITH SNACKS, FUN ACTIVITIES, GAMES, A BIT OF ACADEMIC WORK, AND THE LIBRARY DONATED OVER 1,000 BOOKS. STAFF AND VOLUNTEERS DELIVERED THE PACKS TO HOMES AND KEPT UP THEIR RELATIONSHIPS WITH BOTH CHILDREN AND FAMILIES.
HOMELESS COMMUNITY OUTREACH - COMMUNITY DINNERS AND COLD WEATHER SHELTER: WHEN COVID FORCED THE CLOSURE OF OUR RESOURCE CENTER AND SUSPENSION OF COMMUNITY DINNERS, WE LOADED UP OUR VAN WITH FOOD, HYGIENE SUPPLIES, CLOTHING AND SUPPLIES AND DROVE THROUGHOUT OUR COMMUNITY TO ENSURE OUR HOMELESS NEIGHBORS WERE SAFE AND WELL. VOLUNTEERS PREPARED AND FILLED BIG GROCERY BAGS OF HEALTHY, NO-COOK FOOD AND OTHER SUPPLIES MORE THAN 2,600 BAGS-FULL! WE DISCOVERED FAR MORE MEANINGFUL CONVERSATIONS AND OUTCOMES WITH OUR HOMELESS NEIGHBORS WHEN WE GO OUT TO MEET THEM WHERE THEY ARE.
Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
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Sarah E Lunstrum Director | Trustee | 27 | $42,178 |
Sarah Morgan Director | Trustee | 29 | $20,176 |
Donna Olson President | Officer | 10 | $0 |
Kimberlea Green Secretary/treas | Officer | 2 | $0 |
Bill Mahoskey Director | Trustee | 4 | $0 |
Philip Spirito Director | Trustee | 5 | $0 |
Statement of Revenue | |
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Federated campaigns | $0 |
Membership dues | $0 |
Fundraising events | $0 |
Related organizations | $0 |
Government grants | $219,401 |
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $555,413 |
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $296,283 |
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $774,814 |
Total Program Service Revenue | $9,607 |
Investment income | $91 |
Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
Royalties | $0 |
Net Rental Income | $0 |
Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
Net Income from Fundraising Events | -$1,445 |
Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
Total Revenue | $783,067 |
Statement of Expenses | |
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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 | $0 |
Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $62,354 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $2,408 |
Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
Other salaries and wages | $184,794 |
Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
Other employee benefits | $0 |
Payroll taxes | $21,994 |
Fees for services: Management | $90 |
Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
Fees for services: Accounting | $20,605 |
Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Other | $0 |
Advertising and promotion | $1,275 |
Office expenses | $20,641 |
Information technology | $0 |
Royalties | $0 |
Occupancy | $8,249 |
Travel | $2,328 |
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 | $3,958 |
Insurance | $6,200 |
All other expenses | $0 |
Total functional expenses | $780,814 |
Balance Sheet | |
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Cash—non-interest-bearing | $162,309 |
Savings and temporary cash investments | $102,328 |
Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
Accounts receivable, net | $528 |
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 | $21,871 |
Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
Investments—other securities | $0 |
Investments—program-related | $0 |
Intangible assets | $0 |
Other assets | $0 |
Total assets | $287,036 |
Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $8,308 |
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 | $1 |
Total liabilities | $8,309 |
Net assets without donor restrictions | $278,727 |
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 | $287,036 |
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 4 grants that Take The Next Step has recieved totaling $113,647.
Awarding Organization | Amount |
---|---|
Whitehorse Foundation Seattle, WA PURPOSE: TO PROVIDE GENERAL SUPPORT | $75,000 |
Discuren Charitable Foundation Seattle, WA PURPOSE: GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | $25,000 |
American Online Giving Foundation Inc Newark, DE PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $13,135 |
Amazonsmile Foundation Seattle, WA PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $512 |
Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
---|---|---|
S H A R E Inc Vancouver, WA | $13,349,063 | $22,765,352 |
Washington Gorge Action Programs Bingen, WA | $2,466,644 | $7,884,837 |
Community Services Of Moses Lake Inc Moses Lake, WA | $4,192,683 | $8,480,054 |
Ballard Food Bank Seattle, WA | $20,391,602 | $14,249,244 |
Puyallup Food Bank Puyallup, WA | $3,419,718 | $5,275,690 |
Harvest Against Hunger Seattle, WA | $960,690 | $5,878,024 |
University District Service League Seattle, WA | $6,354,078 | $6,363,383 |
North Helpline Seattle, WA | $3,029,179 | $5,310,612 |
Community Sharing Program Cottage Grove, OR | $1,172,872 | $4,294,366 |
White Center Emergency Food Association Seattle, WA | $3,261,391 | $4,091,573 |
Kent Food Bank And Emergency Services Kent, WA | $1,547,997 | $3,752,103 |
Snow Cap Community Charites Fairview, OR | $6,428,689 | $4,080,561 |