Growing Possibilities Inc
- Assets
- $530.0k
- Revenue
- $898.1k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 14
- Location
- Bethel, CT
- Founding
- 02/2011
- Data as of
- 06/2018
- EIN
- 27-0581545
Organization Overview
Growing Possibilities Inc, operating under the name Roses for Autism, is located in Bethel, CT. The organization was established in 2011. According to its NTEE Classification (G84) the organization is classified as: Autism, under the broad grouping of Voluntary Health Associations & Medical Disciplines and related organizations. As of 06/2018, Roses for Autism employed 14 individuals. Roses for Autism 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 06/2018, Roses for Autism generated $898.1k in total revenue. This represents a relatively dramatic decline in revenue. Over the past 4 years, the organization has seen revenues fall by an average of (6.5%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $1.2m during the year ending 06/2018. As we would expect to see with falling revenues, expenses have declined by (5.6%) per year over the past 4 years. 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
2018
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
ROSES FOR AUTISM IS A LOCAL HORICULTURE BUSINESS WITH A PROFOUND SOCIAL MISSION, TO PREPARE ADULTS WITH AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDERS FOR THE WORKFORCE WITH HANDS-ON, CLASSROOM AND ON-THE-JOB TRAINING AND HELPING THEM OBTAIN THEIR FIRST JOB. IT'S THE FLAGSHIP INITIATIVE OF GROWING POSSIBLITIES, A NON-PROFIT FOUNDED BY ABILITY BEYOND DISABILITY, INC. IN 2009.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
ROSES FOR AUTISM: ROSES FOR AUTISM ADDRESSES A UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY TO SERVE PEOPLE ON THE AUTISM SPECTRUM WITH EMPLOYMENT SKILLS DEVELOPMENT AND TRAINING BY PROVIDING CAUSE-BASED FLORAL PRODUCTS TO CONSUMERS. THE SUCCESS WE DEMONSTRATE WITH ASD EMPLOYMENT TRAINING IN THIS SETTING WILL SERVE AS A FLAGSHIP FOR REPLICATING THE MODEL'S BEST PRACTICES. OUR VISION IS THAT ROSES FOR AUTISM WILL SERVE AS AN AUTISM TRAINING AND EMPLOYMENT MODEL THAT CAN BE REPLICATED IN VARIOUS BUSINESS SETTINGS. ROSES FOR AUTISM RELIES HEAVILY ON PHILANTHROPY AND ROSE SALES TO KEEP THE TRAINING PROGRAM RUNNING. DURING 2018, VANDALISM DESTROYED THE NEW SENSORY GARDEN THAT HAD BEEN DESIGNED AS A PLACE OF BEAUTY AND DISCOVERY. THE GARDEN IS BOTH THERAPEUTIC AND EDUCATIONAL FOR A VARIETY OF INDIVIDUALS, PARTICULARLY THOSE WITH DISABILITIES WHOSE SENSORY RESPONSES ARE IMPACTED. CHILDREN AND ADULTS WITH AUTISM AND OTHER SENSORY PROCESSING DISORDERS COULD RELAX, REFLECT, AND FEEL COMFORTABLE IN EXPLORING THEIR SENSES IN A WELCOMING ENVIROMENT. PROUDLY, IT IS REPORTED THAT THE HEARTBREAKING IMPACT OF THE VANDALISM WAS SHORTLIVED. WITH THE HELP OF THREE DOZEN VOLUNTEERS, AS WELL AS THE GUILFORD BOY SCOUT TROOP 472, OUR CHERISHED GARDEN HAS BEEN REBUILT. THE NEW DESIGN FEATURES GARDEN BEDS DEDICATED TO THE SENSES OF SIGHT, SMELL, SOUND, TASTE, TOUCH AS WELL AS A LABYRINTH ALL TO STIMULATE THE SENSE BALANCE AND INTROSPECTION. WE ALSO HAVE A GAZEBO FOR GUESTS TO RELAX AND ENJOY THE BEAUTY OF THE GARDEN. A CARING COMMUNITY OF VOLUNTEERS AND DONORS WHO DEEPLY VALUE THE GARDEN'S IMPACT ON THE REGION MADE THE REBUILT SENSORY GARDEN A REALITY, AND ABILITY BEYOND IS SO DEEPLY GRATEFUL FOR THEIR KINDNESS.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Lori Pasqualini Chief Financial Officer | OfficerTrustee | 50 | $0 |
Jane Davis President/ceo | OfficerTrustee | 50 | $0 |
Thomas Fanning Development Officer | 30 | $0 | |
Donald Whitham Board Of Directors | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Amy Brown Controller | 50 | $0 | |
Kris Foss Director | 40 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $18,472 |
| Investment income | $0 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $898,142 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| 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. | $0 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $606,479 |
| Other salaries and wages | $0 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $86,680 |
| Payroll taxes | $46,395 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $1,788 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $1,946 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $0 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $7,541 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $109,317 |
| Travel | $15,601 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 |
| Interest | $6,752 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $134,332 |
| Insurance | $8,011 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $1,196,427 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $1,950 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $234,374 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $8,315 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $839 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $529,963 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $16,262 |
| 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 | $3,485,277 |
| Total liabilities | $3,501,539 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | -$2,971,576 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $0 |
| Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds | $0 |
| Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, building, or equipment fund | $0 |
| Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | -$2,971,576 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 1 grants that Growing Possibilities Inc has recieved totaling $11,577.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Paypal Charitable Giving Fund Washington, DC PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $11,577 |
Endowment Analysis
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Autism Services Inc Amherst, NY | $8,978,650 | $17,352,717 |
Kelberman Center Inc Utica, NY | $7,615,222 | $14,488,433 |
Nassau Suffolk Services For The Autistic Commack, NY | $10,767,565 | $11,328,469 |
Halcyon Center Bahavioral Associate Of Mass Inc Providence, RI | $3,706,482 | $6,122,037 |
G I L Foundation Inc Prospect, CT | $2,033,287 | $4,712,700 |
The Asperger-Autism Network Inc Watertown, MA | $1,408,079 | $4,278,793 |
Autism Services Association Inc Wellesley Hills, MA | $5,645,297 | $3,199,447 |
Family Autism Center Inc Garden City, NY | $649,421 | $3,622,009 |
Atlas Foundation For Autism Inc New York, NY | $652,076 | $2,553,883 |
Grace Foundation Of New York Staten Island, NY | $2,804,796 | $3,221,277 |
Doug Flutie Jr Foundation For Autism Inc Newton, MA | $3,890,774 | $2,449,717 |
Growing Possibilities Inc Bethel, CT | $529,963 | $898,142 |