First Up
- Assets
- $10.6m
- Revenue
- $9.4m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 39
- Location
- Philadelphia, PA
- Founding
- 08/1968
- Data as of
- 06/2023
- EIN
- 23-6438144
Organization Overview
First Up is located in Philadelphia, PA. The organization was established in 1968. According to its NTEE Classification (P30) the organization is classified as: Children & Youth Services, under the broad grouping of Human Services and related organizations. As of 06/2023, First Up employed 39 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. First Up 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, First Up generated $9.4m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 7 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 16.2% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $5.1m during the year ending 06/2023. While expenses have increased by 9.6% 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.
Since 2020, First Up has awarded 23 individual grants totaling $617,550. 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:
Part 3 - Line 1
EMPOWER AND EQUIP ADULTS INFLUENTIAL IN YOUNG CHILDREN'S LIVES TO POSITIVELY IMPACT EDUCATIONAL AND DEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOMES FOR YOUNG CHILDREN
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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QUALITY IMPROVEMENT - FIRST UP PROVIDES TRAINING AND COACHING TO EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAMS SEEKING TO IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF THEIR SERVICES. SINCE 1995, FIRST UP HAS ASSISTED OVER 400 CHILD CENTERS AND FAMILY CHILD CARE HOMES IN REACHING STATE (KEYSTONE STARS) OR NATIONAL ACCREDITATION (NAEYC OR NAFCC) STANDARDS. FIRST UP ALSO OFFERS PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND CREDIT BEARING COURSE WORK FOR PROFESSIONALS WORKING TO UPGRADE THEIR PROFESSIONAL CREDENTIALS.
PUBLIC POLICY - FIRST UP WORKS TO EXPAND PENNSYLVANIA'S COMMITMENT TO QUALITY CHILD CARE INITIATIVES, WHICH ARE CRITICAL TO THE HEALTHY DEVELOPMENT OF YOUNG CHILDREN, PARTICULARLY THOSE AT RISK FROM THE EFFECTS OF POVERTY. FIRST UP BUILDS CAPACITY AMONG CHILD CARE STAFF FOR LEADERSHIP AND ADVOCACY AND BUILDS STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT AND AWARENESS OF THE IMPORTANCE OF INVESTING IN HIGH QUALITY EARLY EDUCATION.
ANNUAL CONFERENCE - FOR MORE THAN 30 YEARS, FIRST UP HAS SPONSORED A PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT CONFERENCE FOR THE EARLY CHILDHOOD COMMUNITY IN OUR REGION. IN 2023, 414 PARTICIPANTS BENEFITED FROM PRESENTATIONS BY LOCAL AND NATIONAL EXPERTS IN EARLY CARE EDUCATION. EARLY CHILDHOOD PRACTITIONERS CAN EARN PA ACT 48, PA KEYS, KEYSTONE STARS AND SOCIAL WORK CREDITS BY ATTENDING THE CONFERENCE.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Michelle Taglialetela President | OfficerTrustee | 2.5 | $0 |
Brian Miner Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 2.5 | $0 |
Steven Rossman Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 2.5 | $0 |
Kevin Cafferky Director | Trustee | 2.5 | $0 |
Michael Cianchetta Director | Trustee | 2.5 | $0 |
Cherie Crosby-Weeks Director | Trustee | 2.5 | $0 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
The Kimble Group Program Consultung | 6/29/21 | $131,640 |
John Troncale It Services | 6/29/21 | $102,625 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $10,100 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $0 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $9,033,914 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $9,044,014 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $307,007 |
| Investment income | $30,781 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $2,272 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $9,407,605 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $239,500 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $30,000 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $159,098 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $79,550 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $2,025,001 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $52,043 |
| Other employee benefits | $335,426 |
| Payroll taxes | $165,203 |
| 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 | $1,577 |
| Fees for services: Other | $744,928 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $349,657 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $163,446 |
| Travel | $46,104 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $159,905 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $33,022 |
| Insurance | $23,576 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $5,114,582 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $1,268,705 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $6,149,832 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $2,057,885 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $34,551 |
| 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 | $17,869 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $47,203 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $397,489 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $625,194 |
| Total assets | $10,598,728 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $486,209 |
| 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 | $658,430 |
| Total liabilities | $1,144,639 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $5,549,148 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $3,904,941 |
| 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 | $10,598,728 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, First Up has awarded $140,000 in support to 4 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
CHILDREN'S VILLAGE CHILD CARE PURPOSE: EITC SCHOLARSHIP FUNDS - FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE TO SUPPORT CHILD'S TUITION EXPENSE BASED ON FINANCIAL CRITERIA | $35,000 |
FEDERATION EARLY LEARNING SERVICES PURPOSE: EITC SCHOLARSHIP FUNDS - FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE TO SUPPORT CHILD'S TUITION EXPENSE BASED ON FINANCIAL CRITERIA | $35,000 |
GREATER HOPE MINISTRIES INC PURPOSE: EITC SCHOLARSHIP FUNDS - FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE TO SUPPORT CHILD'S TUITION EXPENSE BASED ON FINANCIAL CRITERIA | $55,000 |
WONDERSPRING EARLY EDUCATION PURPOSE: EITC SCHOLARSHIP FUNDS - FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE TO SUPPORT CHILD'S TUITION EXPENSE BASED ON FINANCIAL CRITERIA | $15,000 |