Special Equestrians
- Assets
- $487.2k
- Revenue
- $490.9k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 28
- Location
- Warrington, PA
- Founding
- 06/1982
- Data as of
- 12/2021
- EIN
- 23-2196098
Organization Overview
Special Equestrians is located in Warrington, PA. The organization was established in 1982. According to its NTEE Classification (N69) the organization is classified as: Equestrian, under the broad grouping of Recreation & Sports and related organizations. As of 12/2021, Special Equestrians employed 28 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Special Equestrians 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, Special Equestrians generated $490.9k in total revenue. This represents a relatively dramatic decline in revenue. Over the past 7 years, the organization has seen revenues fall by an average of (3.3%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $516.9k during the year ending 12/2021. 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:
Part 3 - Line 1
SPECIAL EQUESTRIANS PROVIDES THERAPEUTIC RIDING PROGRAMS TO INDIVIDUALS WITH PHYSICAL, MENTAL, AND EMOTIONAL DISABILITIES.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
SPECIAL EQUESTRIANS EQUINE-ASSISTED THERAPIES AND LEARNING PROGRAMS USE THE POWERFUL HEALING PROPERTIES OF THERAPEUTIC RIDING AND UNMOUNTED GROUNDWORK TO HELP INDIVIDUALS WITH PHYSICAL, COGNITIVE, AND EMOTIONAL DISABILITIES DEVELOP NEW SKILLS AND REACH HIGHER LEVELS OF FUNCTIONING. SE IS A PREMIER ACCREDITED PATH (PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATION OF THERAPEUTIC HORSEMANSHIP) INTERNATIONAL CENTER; OUR FACILITY, STAFF, AND PROGRAMMING MEET ALL RELEVANT PATH INTL. CERTIFICATION STANDARDS. WE ARE COMMITTED TO SERVING ANYONE WHO CAN BENEFIT FROM OUR SERVICES, REGARDLESS OF THEIR ABILITY TO PAY. IF FAMILIES CANNOT AFFORD TO PAY OUR LOW FEES, THEY CAN APPLY FOR ADDITIONAL FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE. WE PROVIDE SCHOLARSHIPS FOR ROUGHLY 30 PERCENT OF OUR RIDERS.WE WORK SUCCESSFULLY WITH RIDERS WHO MEET CRITERIA FOR MORE THAN 60 DIFFERENT DISABLING DIAGNOSES, INCLUDING CEREBRAL PALSY, DOWN SYNDROME, BRAIN INJURIES, AND AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDERS. IN ADDITION, WE HAVE GROUP PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN AND YOUTH AT RISK FOR SCHOOL FAILURE; CHILDREN AND YOUNG ADULTS ENROLLED IN AUTISM INTENSIVE SUPPORT CLASSROOMS AND DAY PROGRAMS; WOMEN AND GIRLS RECOVERING FROM DOMESTIC TRAUMA AND PERSONAL HEALTH CHALLENGES; SENIORS WITH AGE-RELATED DISABILITIES; CHILDREN GRIEVING THE LOSS OF A FAMILY MEMBER, AND THOSE AFFECTED BY A RELATIVE LIVING WITH CANCER. REPRESENTING DIVERSE ETHNIC AND SOCIOECONOMIC BACKGROUNDS, 80 PERCENT OF OUR RIDERS WERE 18 OR YOUNGER.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Mary-Jo May Executive Dir. | Officer | 40 | $72,692 |
Brian Zamrin Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 0.5 | $0 |
Kathleen Meyer Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 0.5 | $0 |
Allen Tate Board Chair | OfficerTrustee | 0.5 | $0 |
Susan Eckert Director | Trustee | 0.5 | $0 |
Wade Farrior PHD Director | Trustee | 0.5 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $2,765 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $82,507 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $274,133 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $359,405 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $109,083 |
| Investment income | $181 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $16,322 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $490,916 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $15,582 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $72,692 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $14,538 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $223,707 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $0 |
| Payroll taxes | $26,516 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $10,354 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $0 |
| Advertising and promotion | $420 |
| Office expenses | $2,409 |
| Information technology | $5,689 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $9,722 |
| Travel | $634 |
| 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 | $14,046 |
| Insurance | $25,348 |
| All other expenses | $18,671 |
| Total functional expenses | $516,909 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $125,388 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $148,822 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $1,532 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $18,087 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $0 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $5,977 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $187,366 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $487,172 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $10,079 |
| 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 | $8,080 |
| Total liabilities | $18,159 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $343,944 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $125,069 |
| 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 | $487,172 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 15 grants that Special Equestrians has recieved totaling $95,687.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Merck Company Foundation Kenilworth, NJ PURPOSE: CONTRIBUTION PROVIDED | $25,000 |
Philadelphia Foundation Philadelphia, PA PURPOSE: LEADERSHIP | $18,000 |
Connelly Foundation West Conshohocken, PA PURPOSE: TUITION ASSISTANCE | $15,000 |
Commonwealth National Foundation Blue Bell, PA PURPOSE: SUPPORT | $10,000 |
Windmill Foundation Inc Philadelphia, PA PURPOSE: TO FUND THE RECIPIENT'S OPERATING BUDGET | $10,000 |
Bucks County Foundation Pittsburgh, PA | | $7,500 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Ohio Harness Horsemens Assn Grove City, OH | $76,103,227 | $69,500,596 |
Jockey Club New York, NY | $77,383,639 | $14,119,358 |
Horsemens Benevolent & Protective Assoc Inc Ohio Division Grove City, OH | $13,638,374 | $9,989,300 |
Pennsylvania Harness Horsemens Association Chester, PA | $47,723,168 | $7,569,633 |
Interscholastic Equestrian Association Inc Chagrin Falls, OH | $1,821,708 | $2,864,631 |
Lphsa Inc Lake Placid, NY | $506,275 | $2,224,218 |
Washington International Horseshow Association Ltd Annapolis, MD | $661,387 | $2,450,328 |
Meadowbrook Foundation Inc Chevy Chase, MD | $4,161,973 | $2,176,434 |
Maryland Thoroughbred Horsemans Association Owings Mills, MD | $1,933,805 | $1,645,385 |
Western New York Harness Horsemens Association Inc Batavia, NY | $1,628,703 | $1,541,793 |
Pennsylvania Horse Breeders Association Inc Kennett Square, PA | $833,317 | $1,478,049 |
Pegasus Farm Hartville, OH | $3,046,238 | $1,440,332 |