First Responders Foundation
- Assets
- $1.0m
- Revenue
- $993.9k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 12
- Location
- Omaha, NE
- Founding
- 02/2009
- Data as of
- 12/2021
- EIN
- 26-3499345
Organization Overview
First Responders Foundation is located in Omaha, NE. The organization was established in 2009. According to its NTEE Classification (M24) the organization is classified as: Fire Prevention, under the broad grouping of Public Safety, Disaster Preparedness & Relief and related organizations. As of 12/2021, First Responders Foundation employed 12 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. First Responders Foundation 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, First Responders Foundation generated $993.9k in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 7 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 8.3% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $800.8k during the year ending 12/2021. While expenses have increased by 3.9% 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.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2021
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
THE MISSION OF THE FIRST RESPONDERS FOUNDATION IS TO SERVE AND HONOR FIRST RESPONDERS, VETERANS, AND THEIR FAMILIES, BUILD APPRECIATION AND RESPECT FOR THEIR WORK, AND ENHANCE PUBLIC SAFETY. STAFF PROVIDE SUPPORT TO VARIOUS CATEGORIES OF FIRST RESPONDERS. FOR EXAMPLE, FIRE, POLICE, CORRECTIONS, STATE TROOPERS, 911 DISPATCH, SHERRIFF, AND EMERGENCY ROOM PERSONNEL.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: FIRST RESPONDERS SUPPORT TEAM (FRST) PROGRAMS ARE AVAILABLE FOR ALL FIRST RESPONDERS (PAID AND NON-PAID) AND THEIR FAMILIES. FRST CLINICIANS PROVIDE BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SERVICES INCLUDING IN-PERSON THERAPY SESSIONS, TELEHEALTH THERAPY SESSIONS, SUBSTANCE ABUSE EVALUATIONS AND COUNSELING. OTHER AVAILABLE SERVICES INCLUDE SUPPORT GROUPS, TRAINING ON PEER SUPPORT, RESILIENCY AND SUICIDE PREVENTION, AND WORKSHOPS DESIGNED TO MITIGATE THE EFFECTS OF STRESS AND TRAUMA UPON FIRST RESPONDERS AND THEIR FAMILIES.
POLICE AND FIRE SUPPORT: SUPPORT POLICE AND FIRE DEPARTMENTS THROUGH THE PURCHASE OF EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES NEEDED BY BOTH DEPARTMENTS.
PHYSICAL HEALTH: FITNESS AREAS ARE AVAILABLE TO FIRST RESPONDERS, VETERANS AND THEIR FAMILIES WITH MEMBERSHIPS. THE GYM IS STAFFED WITH PROFESSIONALS, SOME OF WHOM ARE FIRST RESPONDERS OR MILITARY. SERVICES OFFERED INCLUDE DIET AND NUTRITIONAL PLANNING, FUNCTIONAL FITNESS CLASSES, WOMEN'S WORKOUTS, BOOT CAMP CLASSES, PERSONAL TRAINING, YOGA AND OTHERS.
CORE PROGRAMS INCLUDE BEHAVIORAL AND PHYSICAL HEALTH WORKSHOPS AND SESSIONS FOR FIRST RESPONDERS, VETERANS AND THEIR FAMILIES. COMMITTEE CHAPTERS CONTINUE TO BE FORMED IN THE REGION TO EXPAND THE GEOGRAPHIC REACH FOR SUPPORT TO FIRST RESPONDERS, VETERANS, AND THEIR FAMILIES. COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT AND AWARENESS: PROMOTES PUBLIC AWARENESS ANDAPPRECIATION FOR FIRST RESPONDERS THROUGH VARIOUS EVENTS, INCLUDINGAPPRECIATION LUNCHES, ACTION DAY, & AWARDS OF EXCELLENCE. PUBLIC SAFETY: SUPPORTS PUBLIC SAFETY EFFORTS, SUCH AS THE PURCHASE AND COLLABORATION OF INSTALLATION OF FIRE DETECTORS.SERVICE DOG TRAINING: INCLUDES FUNDING FOR SERVICE DOG TRAINING FOR MILITARYVETERANS AND RETIRED FIRST RESPONDERS.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Allen Batschelet President & CEO | OfficerTrustee | 40 | $83,000 |
Gary Steiner Chairman | OfficerTrustee | 10 | $0 |
Debbie Bremer Vice President | OfficerTrustee | 5 | $0 |
Mary Rosenthal Former Vice President Thru 12/20 | OfficerTrustee | 5 | $0 |
Mike Corrigan Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 5 | $0 |
Leria Bray Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 5 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $67,199 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $4,000 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $812,614 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $42,455 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $883,813 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $41,007 |
| Investment income | $10,609 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $23,100 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $34,706 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | -$4,281 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $329 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $993,934 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $44,953 |
| 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. | $83,000 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $24,900 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $261,467 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $0 |
| Payroll taxes | $30,263 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $21,323 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $4,100 |
| Advertising and promotion | $15,729 |
| Office expenses | $15,459 |
| Information technology | $16,846 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $92,289 |
| Travel | $780 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $2,398 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $12,945 |
| Insurance | $10,553 |
| All other expenses | $428 |
| Total functional expenses | $800,819 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $6,642 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $881,158 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $0 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $113,240 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $3,366 |
| Total assets | $1,004,406 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $24,189 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Total liabilities | $24,189 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $906,467 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $73,750 |
| 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 | $1,004,406 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, First Responders Foundation has awarded $16,829 in support to 2 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
OMAHA FIRE DEPARTMENT PURPOSE: SUPPORT FOR OMAHA FIRE DEPARTMENT | $11,016 |
OMAHA POLICE DEPARTMENT PURPOSE: SUPPORT FOR OMAHA POLICE DEPARTMENT | $5,813 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 10 grants that First Responders Foundation has recieved totaling $317,282.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Sherwood Foundation Omaha, NE PURPOSE: 2022 OPERATING GRANT | $75,000 |
Sherwood Foundation Omaha, NE PURPOSE: 2021 OPERATING GRANT | $75,000 |
Robert B Daugherty Foundation Omaha, NE PURPOSE: PROGRAM SUPPORT | $50,000 |
Kim Foundation Omaha, NE PURPOSE: MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES FOR FIRST RESPONDERS AND MILITARY | $40,000 |
Gary Sinise Foundation Nashville, TN PURPOSE: ORGANIZATION SUPPORT GRANT | $25,000 |
Schwab Charitable Fund San Francisco, CA PURPOSE: PUBLIC, SOCIETAL BENEFIT | $21,000 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
The Backstoppers Inc Saint Louis, MO | $58,482,364 | $10,650,014 |
Firemens Relief Association Olathe, KS | $708,183 | $1,513,081 |
Omaha Firefighters Credit Union Omaha, NE | $75,132,969 | $1,880,444 |
Overland Park Fire District No 1 Firemen S Relief Association Overland Park, KS | $0 | $1,392,450 |
Nebraska State Volunteer Firemens Association Milford, NE | $601,877 | $917,828 |
International Association Of Fire Fighters Denver, CO | $1,289,536 | $1,025,595 |
First Responders Foundation Omaha, NE | $1,004,406 | $993,934 |
International Association Of Fire Fighters Omaha, NE | $1,687,518 | $943,837 |
Irvington Volunteer Fire Department Incorporated Omaha, NE | $5,856,295 | $991,435 |
West Region Wildfire Council Ridgway, CO | $591,486 | $662,511 |
Wolf Creek Fire Protection Association Farmington, MO | $21,949 | $139,420 |
Shawnee Firemens Relief Association Shawnee, KS | $1,396,099 | $741,013 |