Grace Academy Inc is located in Hartford, CT. The organization was established in 2010. According to its NTEE Classification (B20) the organization is classified as: Elementary & Secondary Schools, under the broad grouping of Education and related organizations. As of 06/2023, Grace Academy Inc employed 38 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Grace Academy Inc 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, Grace Academy Inc generated $1.4m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 7 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 3.6% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $1.4m during the year ending 06/2023. While expenses have increased by 8.5% 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
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
GRACE ACADEMY IS AN INDEPENDENT, INTERFAITH, TUITION-FREE MIDDLE SCHOOL FOR GIRLS FROM UNDERSERVED FAMILIES IN THE CITY OF HARTFORD. WE TRANSFORM THE LIVES OF OUR STUDENTS BY PROVIDING THEM WITH INDIVIDUALIZED ATTENTION, A CHALLENGING AND DIVERSE ACADEMIC PROGRAM, AND A SAFE AND INSPIRING ENVIRONMENT THAT PREPARES GIRLS TO SUCCEED IN HIGH SHOOL, COLLEGE AND LIFE.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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ACADEMICS: ACADEMICS ARE THE CORNERSTONE OF A GRACE ACADEMY EDUCATION. THE FACULTY IS ALWAYS MINDFUL THAT THEY ARE PREPARING THEIR YOUNG STUDENTS TO SUCCEED IN DEMANDING HIGH SCHOOL AND COLLEGE PROGRAMS. HIGHLIGHTS OF THE ACADEMIC PROGRAM INCLUDE A CHALLENGING ACADEMIC CURRICULUM THAT INCLUDES LANGUAGE ARTS AND READING, MATHEMATICS, SCIENCE, SOCIAL STUDIES, SPANISH, RELIGION, MEDIA/TECHNOLOGY, HEALTH, ART AND MUSIC; AN INTENTIONALLY SMALL COMMUNITY WITH SMALL, STRUCTURED CLASSES TO FOSTER AS MUCH INDIVIDUAL ATTENTION AS POSSIBLE; A HOMEWORK BLOCK OF TIME WITH INDIVIDUAL TUTORING AVAILABLE; AND FORMAL PROGRESS REPORTS AND REPORT CARD SESSIONS WITH THE PARENTS.
GRADUATE SUPPORT PROGRAM: GRACE ACADEMY'S GOAL IS THAT ALL OF ITS STUDENTS SUCCESSFULLY GRADUATE FROM A SELECTIVE, HIGHLY REGARDED, COLLEGE PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL, AND CONTINUE ON TO POST-SECONDARY EDUCATION SO THEY ARE IN THE POSITION TO SUPPORT THEMSELVES, THEIR FAMILIES, AND HELP CHANGE THEIR COMMUNITIES. THE GRADUATE SUPPORT PROGRAM HELPS FACILITATE A SMOOTH AND SUCCESSFUL TRANSITION INTO PRIVATE OR COMPETITIVE PUBLIC CHARTER/MAGNET SCHOOLS BY PROVIDING ASSISTANCE WITH SSAT PREP CLASSES, HIGH SCHOOL SELECTION, APPLICATION, REGISTRATION, AND FINANCIAL AID COUNSELING; MONITORING ACADEMIC PROGRESS THROUGH HIGH SCHOOL; OFFERING SUPPORT, IN COLLABORATION WITH HIGH SCHOOL COUNSELING STAFF WITH COLLEGE PREPARATORY AND PLACEMENT ACTIVITIES; AND MAINTAINING ONGOING CONTACT WITH ALUMNAE AND ORGANIZING EVENTS THAT PROVIDE THEM WITH THE OPPORTUNITY TO RE-ENGAGE WITH GRACE ACADEMY AND REUNITE WITH THEIR PEERS.
Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
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Michael Bergin Chairman | OfficerTrustee | 5 | $0 |
Kathy Bromage Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 5 | $0 |
Marco Carducci Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Jennifer Centrone Director | Trustee | 3 | $0 |
John Charette Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Sr Mary Rose Crowley Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Statement of Revenue | |
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Federated campaigns | $0 |
Membership dues | $0 |
Fundraising events | $496,792 |
Related organizations | $0 |
Government grants | $6,713 |
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $809,899 |
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $142,874 |
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $1,313,404 |
Total Program Service Revenue | $4,165 |
Investment income | $129,964 |
Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
Royalties | $0 |
Net Rental Income | $0 |
Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | -$17,522 |
Net Income from Fundraising Events | -$30,481 |
Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
Total Revenue | $1,399,530 |
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. | $136,533 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $20,480 |
Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
Other salaries and wages | $628,897 |
Pension plan accruals and contributions | $6,914 |
Other employee benefits | $37,730 |
Payroll taxes | $60,235 |
Fees for services: Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
Fees for services: Accounting | $2,800 |
Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
Fees for services: Investment Management | $16,867 |
Fees for services: Other | $2,655 |
Advertising and promotion | $9,096 |
Office expenses | $85,078 |
Information technology | $0 |
Royalties | $0 |
Occupancy | $106,617 |
Travel | $1,833 |
Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $1,196 |
Interest | $0 |
Payments to affiliates | $0 |
Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $36,720 |
Insurance | $18,496 |
All other expenses | $23,380 |
Total functional expenses | $1,395,592 |
Balance Sheet | |
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Cash—non-interest-bearing | -$9,505 |
Savings and temporary cash investments | $727,313 |
Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
Accounts receivable, net | $947 |
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 | $12,932 |
Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $222,981 |
Investments—publicly traded securities | $3,759,442 |
Investments—other securities | $0 |
Investments—program-related | $0 |
Intangible assets | $0 |
Other assets | $0 |
Total assets | $4,714,110 |
Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $34,498 |
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 | $34,498 |
Net assets without donor restrictions | $4,420,076 |
Net assets with donor restrictions | $259,536 |
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 | $4,714,110 |