Seeds Of Independence is located in Freeport, ME. The organization was established in 2009. According to its NTEE Classification (O50) the organization is classified as: Youth Development Programs, under the broad grouping of Youth Development and related organizations. As of 12/2021, Seeds Of Independence employed 8 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Seeds Of Independence 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, Seeds Of Independence generated $43.3k 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 (17.4%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $22.5k during the year ending 12/2021. As we would expect to see with falling revenues, expenses have declined by (28.5%) per year over the past 7 years. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Form
990EZ
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990EZ Filing
TAX YEAR
2021
Describe the Organization's Mission:
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SEEDS OF INDEPENDENCE IS A MENTOR AND VOLUNTEER BASED NON-PROFIT CORPORATION FOUNDED TO HELP AT RISK YOUTHS IN MAINE REACH THEIR FULL POTENTIAL AS INDEPENDENT, PRODUCTIVE MEMBERS OF SOCIETY. THE CORPORATION INTENDS TO COMBAT JUVENILE DELINQUENCY AND POSITIVELY AFFECT THE SCHOOL DROPOUT RATE IN OUR STATE BY OPERATING NUMEROUS PROGRAMS AIMED AT MENTORING AT RISK YOUTHS.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3
ROOTS PROGRAM: EMPLOYS A MULTI-TIERED APPROACH TO SUPPORTING YOUTH OVER THE COURSE OF SIX YEARS, FROM SEVENTH GRADE THROUGH HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION. INFORMED BY STUDENTS' PERSONAL GROWTH AND UNIQUE DEVELOPMENTAL DEMANDS, ROOTS IS CONTINUALLY EVOLVING TO BUILD ON STUDENT STRENGTHS AND TO SUPPORT THEIR NEEDS THROUGH ACTIVE AND ONGOING ENGAGEMENT WITH ADULT MENTORS AND COMMUNITY PARTNERS.
JUMP START PROGRAM: IS AN EIGHT-WEEK COURT DIVERSION PROGRAM FOR FIRST TIME NON-VIOLENT OFFENDERS DESIGNED TO INCREASE THOUGHTFUL DECISION MAKING, SELF-AWARENESS, SELF-ADVOCACY, COMMUNICATION, AND RESPECT FOR OTHERS. STUDENTS PARTICIPATE IN WEEKLY, JUDGEMENT FREE, GROUP DISCUSSIONS WITH THEIR PEERS, MENTORS, AND GUEST SPEAKERS.
NAVIGATE/EOS (GRADES 6-12 PROGRAM): NAVIGATE IS A PEER-MENTORING PROGRAM IN WHICH HIGH SCHOOL UPPERCLASSMEN HELP FRESHMEN AND SOPHOMORES FACE THE SOCIAL, ACADEMIC, AND BEHAVIORAL CHALLENGES IN THEIR ADJUSTMENT TO HIGH SCHOOL. EOS IS A IN-SCHOOL AND OUT-OF-SCHOOL ENRICHMENT OPPORTUNITIES TO MIDDLE SCHOOL YOUTHS AND THEIR FAMILIES WITH THE END GOAL OF CREATING COMMUNITY, OVERCOMING CHALLENGES, AND BUILDING ASPIRATIONS BEYOND MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOL.
Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
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Thomas Wright Founder | 2 | $0 | |
Thomas Dodge President | 2 | $0 | |
Benjamin Palmer Treasurer | 3 | $0 | |
Alice Gormley Vice President | 2 | $0 | |
Ramsey Dodge Board Member | 1 | $0 | |
Dana Anderson Board Member | 1 | $0 |
Statement of Revenue | |
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Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $38,522 |
Total Program Service Revenue | $4,763 |
Membership dues | $0 |
Investment income | $0 |
Gain or Loss | $0 |
Net Income from Gaming & Fundraising | $0 |
Other Revenue | $0 |
Total Revenue | $43,285 |
Statement of Expenses | |
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Grants and similar amounts paid | $0 |
Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
Salaries, other compensation, and employee benefits | $9,150 |
Professional fees and other payments to independent contractors | $4,801 |
Occupancy, rent, utilities, and maintenance | $0 |
Printing, publications, postage, and shipping | $1,849 |
Other expenses | $6,665 |
Total expenses | $22,465 |
Balance Sheet | |
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Cash, savings, and investments | $30,256 |
Other assets | $0 |
Total assets | $30,256 |
Total liabilities | $0 |
Net assets or fund balances | $30,256 |
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 2 grants that Seeds Of Independence has recieved totaling $1,000.
Awarding Organization | Amount |
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Triton Foundation Yarmouth, ME PURPOSE: GENERAL PURPOSES | $500 |
Triton Foundation Yarmouth, ME PURPOSE: GENERAL PURPOSES | $500 |
Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
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Ymca Alliance Of Maine Boothbay Harbor, ME | $858,962 | $3,334,346 |
Hurricane Island Foundation Rockland, ME | $2,589,539 | $2,820,272 |
Timanous Foundation South Portland, ME | $8,529,924 | $2,326,657 |
4 Leaf Lacrosse New England Hooksett, NH | $433,064 | $832,320 |
Tree Street Youth Inc Lewiston, ME | $4,002,831 | $1,476,944 |
Telling Room Portland, ME | $1,008,660 | $915,425 |
Hitters Count Inc Gorham, ME | $178,368 | $628,090 |
Oyster River Youth Association Madbury, NH | $490,758 | $376,563 |
Makin It Happen Coalition For Resilient Youth Inc Manchester, NH | $224,160 | $456,330 |
Apex Youth Connection Biddefrord, ME | $1,123,636 | $568,546 |
Maine Youth Alliance Belfast, ME | $113,521 | $413,922 |
All Children Cared For Educated Supported & Successful Winchester, NH | $8,780 | $170,933 |