Onward We Learn
- Assets
- $9.2m
- Revenue
- $6.3m
- Investments
- $196.7k
- Employees
- 119
- Location
- Providence, RI
- Founding
- 04/1990
- Data as of
- 09/2023
- EIN
- 22-3031765
Organization Overview
Onward We Learn is located in Providence, RI. The organization was established in 1990. According to its NTEE Classification (B11) the organization is classified as: Single Organization Support, under the broad grouping of Education and related organizations. As of 09/2023, Onward We Learn employed 119 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Onward We Learn 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 09/2023, Onward We Learn generated $6.3m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 8 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 4.0% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $5.6m during the year ending 09/2023. While expenses have increased by 1.5% per year over the past 8 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.
Since 2015, Onward We Learn has awarded 25 individual grants totaling $574,520. If you would like to learn more about the grant giving history of this organization, scroll down to the grant profile section of this page.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
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ONWARD WE LEARN IS A COLLEGE ACCESS AND SUCCESS ORGANIZATION IN RHODE ISLAND.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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ONWARD WE LEARN ADVISORY:EACH YEAR THE ORGANIZATION RECRUITS A NEW CLASS OF STUDENTS FROM MIDDLE SCHOOL GRADES (6TH THROUGH 8TH) AND PROVIDES THEM WITH ONGOING SERVICES THROUGH THEIR FIRST YEAR OF COLLEGE. SERVICES INCLUDE PERSONALIZED SUPPORT FROM 29 ADVISORS WHO OPERATE IN 37 MIDDLE SCHOOLS AND HIGH SCHOOLS AND AT THE STATE'S THREE PUBLIC COLLEGES. WE ALSO PROVIDE OVER 60 INNOVATIVE OUT-OF-SCHOOL PROGRAMS TO MEET STUDENTS' ACADEMIC, SOCIAL AND EMOTIONAL DEVELOPMENT, CAREER EDUCATION, AND COLLEGE READINESS NEEDS. ONWARD WE LEARN ADVISORS ARE A DIVERSE GROUP OF YOUNG PROFESSIONALS WHO UNDERSTAND THE CHALLENGES THAT YOUNG PEOPLE IN DISADVANTAGE COMMUNITIES FACE, SINCE MANY OF THEM ARE ALUMNI OR COME FROM THE COMMUNITIES THAT WE SERVE.
THE SUCCESS OF THE ORGANIZATION'S PROGRAM PRIMARILY LIES IN OUR SEAMLESS SYSTEM OF STEADY ADULT SUPPORT FOR STUDENTS FROM GRADE 6 TO HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION. WE PLACE A TEAM OF 25 FULL-TIME MIDDLE SCHOOL AND HIGH SCHOOL ADVISORS IN 35 SCHOOLS IN OUR TARGET DISTRICTS THROUGHOUT THE ACADEMIC YEAR TO PERSONALIZE THE COLLEGE-BOUND EXPERIENCE FOR THE STUDENTS IN OUR PROGRAMS. THESE ADVISORS FORGE RELATIONSHIPS WITH STUDENTS, ENCOURAGE THEM TO PURSUE HIGH ACADEMIC GOALS AND RUN VARIOUS AFTER-SCHOOL, WEEKEND, AND SCHOOL VACATION AND SUMMER PROGRAMS TO MEET STUDENTS' ACADEMIC, PERSONAL AND SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT, COLLEGE READINESS AND CAREER EXPLORATION NEEDS. ADVISORS ARE A DIVERSE GROUP OF YOUNG PROFESSIONALS WHO UNDERSTAND THE CHALLENGES THAT YOUNG PEOPLE AND DISADVANTAGED COMMUNITIES FACE, SINCE MANY OF THEM ARE ALUMNI OR COME FROM RHODE ISLAND'S URBAN COMMUNITIES.
SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM:IN FY 2023 WE PROVIDED $711,469 FOR SCHOLARSHIPS TO 525 STUDENTS TO SUPPORT POST-SECONDARY SUCCESS. THROUGH THE ACCUMULATION OF FUNDS AND FEDERAL AWARDS RECEIVED INDIRECTLY FROM THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION UNDER THE GEAR UP PROGRAM, THE ORGANIZATION WILL AWARD SCHOLARSHIPS FOR POST-SECONDARY STUDIES TO ELIGIBLE STUDENTS. SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS ARE GRANTED ON A YEAR-TO-YEAR BASIS.
ONWARD CHALLENGE ACADEMIC & ADVENTURE PROGRAM: MIDDLE SCHOOL IS OFTEN THE TIME WHEN STUDENTS FROM UNDER-RESOURCED COMMUNITIES BEGIN TO FALL BEHIND THEIR PEERS IN SCHOOL. THE ORGANIZATION PROVIDES AN INTENSIVE PROGRAM FOR MIDDLE SCHOOL STUDENTS CALLED THE CHALLENGE ADVENTURE AND ACADEMIC PROGRAM ("CAAP"), WHICH FOCUSES ON LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT, TEAMBUILDING, PROBLEM SOLVING, THINKING AND CONFLICT RESOLUTION INTEGRATED WITH LITERACY DEVELOPMENT. IT PROVIDES PARTICIPANTS WITH OPPORTUNITIES TO TAKE HEALTHY RISKS WHILE FACING PROGRESSIVELY MORE DIFFICULT CHALLENGES; TO LEARN FROM THEIR SUCCESSES AND FAILURES; AND TO BUILD SKILLS THAT WILL ENABLE THEM TO OVERCOME THE CHALLENGES THAT LIE AHEAD.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Andrew Bramson President & CEO | OfficerTrustee | 35 | $175,431 |
Meg Geoghegan Chairperson | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Jessica Marfeo Vice Chairperson | OfficerTrustee | 0.3 | $0 |
Mary Halpin Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 0.3 | $0 |
Victor Capellan Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 0.3 | $0 |
Eric Shorter Secretary, Thru June 06, 2023 | Trustee | 0.3 | $0 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Student Transportation Of America Transportation | 9/29/23 | $109,192 |
Drexel University Data Evaluation | 9/29/23 | $120,000 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $4,936,099 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $1,108,220 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $6,044,319 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $82,634 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $144,230 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $6,271,183 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $711,469 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $332,262 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $190,559 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $2,464,037 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $63,682 |
| Other employee benefits | $234,329 |
| Payroll taxes | $241,828 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $921 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $17,250 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $32,220 |
| Fees for services: Other | $577,779 |
| Advertising and promotion | $9,519 |
| Office expenses | $156,563 |
| Information technology | $8,024 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $175,804 |
| Travel | $140,432 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $44,371 |
| Interest | $5,002 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $47,164 |
| Insurance | $21,937 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $5,558,753 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $822,405 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $107,158 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $594,601 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $578,981 |
| 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 | $44,439 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $229,052 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $6,470,734 |
| Investments—other securities | $196,744 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $198,226 |
| Total assets | $9,242,340 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $670,008 |
| 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 | $183,065 |
| Total liabilities | $853,073 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $7,338,445 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $1,050,822 |
| 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 | $9,242,340 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Onward We Learn has awarded $68,241 in support to 3 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
BLACKSTONE ACADEMY PURPOSE: ACADEMIC ENRICHMENT SUPPORT | $25,000 |
THE WHEELER SCHOOL PURPOSE: ACADEMIC ENRICHMENT SUPPORT | $40,016 |
NARRAGANSETT COUNCIL PURPOSE: ACADEMIC ENRICHMENT SUPPORT | $3,225 |