Sherwood Center For The Exceptional Child, operating under the name Sherwood Autism Center, is located in Kansas City, MO. The organization was established in 1976. According to its NTEE Classification (B28) the organization is classified as: Special Education, under the broad grouping of Education and related organizations. As of 06/2021, Sherwood Autism Center employed 93 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Sherwood Autism Center 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 06/2021, Sherwood Autism Center generated $3.9m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 6 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 4.7% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $3.0m during the year ending 06/2021. While expenses have increased by 2.7% per year over the past 6 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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SHERWOOD AUTISM CENTER'S MISSION IS TO EMPOWER CHILDREN AND ADULTS WITH AUTISM AND RELATED DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITES TO MAXIMIZE THEIR POTENTIAL IN FAMILY AND COMMUNITY LIFE. WHILE AUTISM REMAINS AN IMPORTANT AREA OF EXPERTISE AND FOCUS, THE AGENCY SERVES CHILDREN AND ADULTS OF ALL AGES WITH A WIDE RANGE OF NEEDS AND DISABILITIES.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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SHERWOOD CENTER WAS FOUNDED IN 1974, HOUSED IN A CHURCH BASEMENT PROVIDING SPECIAL EDUCATION SERVICE FOR SIX CHILDREN WITH AUTISM. TODAY, WE ARE IN A MUCH IMPROVED STAND-ALONE SCHOOL BUILDING SERVING A TOTAL OF 88 STUDENTS. SHERWOOD'S SPECIAL EDUCATION PROGRAM IS FUNDED BY 13 SURROUNDING SCHOOL DISTRICTS. SHERWOOD'S SPECIAL EDUCATION PROGRAM OPERATES 220 DAYS A YEAR INCLUDING AN EIGHT-WEEK EXTENDED SUMMER PROGRAM. STUDENT AGES ARE 5-21, ARE REFERRED TO OUR PROGRAM THROUGH THEIR DISTRICTS WHEN A SPECIALIZED SCHOOL ENVIRONMENT IS RECOMMENDED FOR THE SUCCESS OF THE STUDENT. EACH STUDENT HAS INDIVIDUALIZED PROGRAMS WHICH INCLUDE SMALL STUDENT TO STAFF RATIOS, BEHAVIORAL SUPPORT IF NEEDED, SOCIAL AND COMMUNICATION SKILLS, MUSIC THERAPY, OCCUPATIONAL, SPEECH, PHYSICAL THERAPY, COMMUNITY BASED INSTRUCTION, AND TRANSACTIONAL SKILLS TOWARDS RETURNING TO THE PUBLIC SCHOOL SYSTEM OR GETTING A JOB IN THE COMMUNITY.
SHERWOOD CENTER WAS THE FIRST ORGANIZATION IN KANSAS CITY TO PROVIDE DAY SERVICES FOR ADULTS WITH AUTISM. SHERWOOD SUCCESSFULLY RAISED OVER 3 MILLION DOLLARS TO BUILD A NEW ADDITION TO OUR 8030 WARD PARKWAY PLAZA LOCATION. WITH MUCH NEEDED NEW TRAINING ROOMS DESIGNED TO INCREASE A PERSON'S INDEPENDENT FUNCTIONING, PHYSICAL HEALTH, COMMUNICATION, COGNITIVE TRAINING, SOCIALIZATION, DOMESTIC AND ECONOMIC MANAGEMENT, AND ACTIVITIES OF DAILY LIVING, BEHAVIOR SUPPORT, RESPONSIBILITY AND SELF-DIRECTION. WE ARE PROUD TO OFFER PRE-VOCATIONAL SERVICES THAT INCLUDE JOB TRAINING AND PLACEMENT. EMPLOYMENT SERVICES ARE CUSTOMIZED TO MEET THE GOALS AND SERVICE NEEDS OF EACH INDIVIDUAL AFTER UNDERSTANDING EACH PERSON'S STRENGTHS AND INTERESTS. IN FY 20-21 WE PROVIDED SERVICES FOR 69 ADULTS, OPERATING MONDAY-FRIDAY, 52 WEEKS A YEAR EXCLUDING HOLIDAYS. SHERWOOD PROVIDES ON-SITE AND OFF-SITE IN SMALL STAFF RATIO (1-1:1-6) FUNDED BY THE DEPARTMENT OF MENTAL HEALTH.
Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
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Laci Maltbie Chief Executive Officer | Officer | 40 | $136,185 |
Sarah Guthrie Chief Development Officer | Officer | 40 | $77,464 |
Molly Pomeroy Chief Program Officer | Officer | 40 | $38,186 |
David Green Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Leslie Sims President | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Larry Hisle Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Statement of Revenue | |
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Federated campaigns | $44,326 |
Membership dues | $0 |
Fundraising events | $74,179 |
Related organizations | $0 |
Government grants | $678,802 |
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $288,886 |
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $1,328 |
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $1,086,193 |
Total Program Service Revenue | $2,862,682 |
Investment income | $1,713 |
Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
Royalties | $0 |
Net Rental Income | $0 |
Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
Net Income from Fundraising Events | -$33,636 |
Net Income from Gaming Activities | $2,818 |
Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
Total Revenue | $3,936,095 |
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. | $287,532 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $57,506 |
Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
Other salaries and wages | $1,583,691 |
Pension plan accruals and contributions | $10,525 |
Other employee benefits | $196,208 |
Payroll taxes | $134,930 |
Fees for services: Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Legal | $2,264 |
Fees for services: Accounting | $93,422 |
Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Other | $96,467 |
Advertising and promotion | $0 |
Office expenses | $43,748 |
Information technology | $40,099 |
Royalties | $0 |
Occupancy | $188,827 |
Travel | $13,233 |
Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $8,974 |
Interest | $0 |
Payments to affiliates | $0 |
Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $130,851 |
Insurance | $83,261 |
All other expenses | $1,298 |
Total functional expenses | $3,032,191 |
Balance Sheet | |
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Cash—non-interest-bearing | $1,079,500 |
Savings and temporary cash investments | $2,185,452 |
Pledges and grants receivable | $135,878 |
Accounts receivable, net | $327,195 |
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 | $69,359 |
Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $5,396,244 |
Investments—publicly traded securities | $20,553 |
Investments—other securities | $0 |
Investments—program-related | $0 |
Intangible assets | $0 |
Other assets | $0 |
Total assets | $9,214,181 |
Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $110,289 |
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 | $454,586 |
Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
Other liabilities | $424,575 |
Total liabilities | $989,450 |
Net assets without donor restrictions | $8,042,497 |
Net assets with donor restrictions | $182,234 |
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 | $9,214,181 |
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 1 grants that Sherwood Center For The Exceptional Child has recieved totaling $5,000.
Awarding Organization | Amount |
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Geraldine And R A Barrows Foundation Kansas City, MO PURPOSE: PROGRAM SUPPORT | $5,000 |
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Hadley Institute For The Blind And Visually Impaired Winnetka, IL | $99,224,802 | $15,744,483 |
Keshet Northbrook, IL | $16,526,441 | $12,193,321 |
Miriam Foundation St Louis, MO | $35,729,458 | $12,133,437 |
Civitan Center Benton, AR | $7,426,072 | $8,172,929 |
Science And Arts Academy Des Plaines, IL | $14,489,626 | $8,495,124 |