Wescoe Foundation For Pulmonary Fibrosis Inc
- Assets
- $139.1k
- Revenue
- $168.7k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 6
- Location
- Coopersburg, PA
- Founding
- 07/2011
- Data as of
- 12/2021
- EIN
- 27-4464618
Organization Overview
Wescoe Foundation For Pulmonary Fibrosis Inc is located in Coopersburg, PA. The organization was established in 2011. According to its NTEE Classification (H12) the organization is classified as: Fund Raising & Fund Distribution, under the broad grouping of Medical Research and related organizations. As of 12/2021, Wescoe Foundation For Pulmonary Fibrosis Inc employed 6 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Wescoe Foundation For Pulmonary Fibrosis 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 12/2021, Wescoe Foundation For Pulmonary Fibrosis Inc generated $168.7k in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 6 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 25.8% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $166.4k during the year ending 12/2021. While expenses have increased by 30.0% 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:
Part 3 - Line 1
THE WESCOE FOUNDATION FOR PULMONARY FIBROSIS PROVIDES SUPPORT, EDUCATION, ADVOCACY AND RESOURCES FOR PATIENTS LIVING WITH IDIOPATHIC PULMONARY FIBROSIS (IPF), THEIR FAMILIES AND CARE PARTNERS IN ORDER TO SUSTAIN THE HIGHEST POSSIBLE QUALITY OF LIFE.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
SUPPORT GROUPS: THROUGH OUR SUPPORT GROUPS, THE WESCOE FOUNDATION FOR PULMONARY FIBROSIS CONNECTS PATIENTS, CARE PARTNERS AND FAMILIES TO ESSENTIAL EDUCATION, SUPPORT AND RESOURCES WHILE NAVIGATING PULMONARY FIBROSIS. WE HAVE EVOLVED FROM ONE SUPPORT GROUP IN THE LEHIGH VALLEY, PENNSYLVANIA AREA TO 17 SUPPORT GROUPS IN PENNSYLVANIA AND NEW JERSEY. AS A RESULT OF COVID-19, WE HAVE TRANSITIONED OUR SUPPORT GROUPS TO A VIRTUAL PLATFORM AND MAINTAINED CONSISTENCY WITH ATTENDANCE AS WE PRIORITIZE THE NEEDS OF PATIENTS AND FAMILIES. IN EFFORT TO GROW AND DEVELOP OUR PROGRAMMING, OUR COLLABORATIVE EFFORTS WITH MAJOR MEDICAL CENTERS AND AREA COMMUNITY HOSPITALS REMAIN STRONG IN PATIENT AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT. WE HAVE EXPANDED OUR GROUPS TO PRIORITIZE CARE PARTNER SUPPORT, LUNG TRANSPLANT EDUCATION, AND OVERALL MENTAL HEALTH.
IPF EDUCATIONAL SEMINARS: THE WESCOE FOUNDATION FOR PULMONARY FIBROSIS HAS PRIORITIZED OUR IPF EDUCATIONAL SEMINARS TO MAKE SURE PATIENTS, DIAGNOSED AND NEWLY DIAGNOSED, RECEIVE THE ESSENTIAL INFORMATION WHILE LIVING WITH PULMONARY FIBROSIS. WE HAVE WORKED WITH LEADING HCPS, INDUSTRY, AND MENTAL HEALTH PROVIDERS TO DELIVER THESE VERY IMPORTANT SESSIONS. THE TRANSITION TO A VIRTUAL PLATFORM HAS ALLOWED US TO EXPAND OUR OUTREACH BOTH NATIONALLY AND INTERNATIONALLY.
PA-IPF SUPPORT NETWORK: THE PA-IPF SUPPORT NETWORK IS A GRANT FUNDED PROGRAM UNDER WESCOE FOUNDATION FOR PULMONARY FIBROSIS. THIS PROGRAM IS A NEW, ONE-OF-ITS KIND, ONLY STATE-WIDE IPF SUPPORT NETWORK THAT EXISTS IN THE UNITED STATES. WE HAVE INCORPORATED CENTERS OF EXCELLENCE TO CONTINUE EFFECTIVE EDUCATION AND SUPPORT THROUGHOUT PENNSYLVANIA. LED BY LEADING EXPERTS, WE HOLD A MONTHLY PULMONARY FIBROSIS PODCAST ON ALL TOPICS DEALING WITH PULMONARY FIBROSIS. THE SUPPORT NETWORK ALSO PROVIDES PATIENT AND PROVIDER CHECKLISTS, PATIENT GUIDE AND OTHER VALUABLE, PRACTICAL TOOLS FOR PATIENTS AND FAMILIES. WE HAVE LED A VERY SUCCESSFUL PULMONARY FIBROSIS AWARENESS CAMPAIGN THROUGH IPF COMMUNITY AWARENESS EVENTS, PASSING OF PA SENATE RESOLUTION DESIGNATING A WEEK IN SEPTEMBER AS RESEARCH AND AWARENESS WEEK, AND LIGHTING 9 PROMINENT LANDMARKS AND 22 PULMONARY REHABILITATION CENTERS BLUE.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Jennifer Fernandes Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Gerard Petersen President | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Kyle Elsenbaumer Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Trisha Colasurdo Vice President | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Mike Pfeiffer Board Member | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Douglas Corwin Board Member | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $16,737 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $108,106 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $52,877 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $177,720 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $33 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | -$9,102 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $168,651 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| 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. | $45,000 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $13,500 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $15,368 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $0 |
| Payroll taxes | $4,352 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $9,270 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $2,000 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $546 |
| Advertising and promotion | $6,495 |
| Office expenses | $18,712 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $5,150 |
| Travel | $0 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $1,817 |
| Insurance | $1,692 |
| All other expenses | $5,116 |
| Total functional expenses | $166,408 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $134,404 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| 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 | $4,712 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $139,116 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $0 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $139,116 |
| 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 |
| Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds | $0 |
| Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $139,116 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 3 grants that Wescoe Foundation For Pulmonary Fibrosis Inc has recieved totaling $13,100.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Network For Good Inc Washington, DC PURPOSE: UNRESTRICTED | $12,019 |
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc Charlotte, NC PURPOSE: OPERATIONAL SUPPORT | $1,000 |
Amazonsmile Foundation Seattle, WA PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $81 |
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