Action For Children
- Assets
- $7.2m
- Revenue
- $16.0m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 127
- Location
- Columbus, OH
- Founding
- 03/1973
- Data as of
- 06/2023
- EIN
- 31-0820393
Organization Overview
Action For Children is located in Columbus, OH. The organization was established in 1973. As of 06/2023, Action For Children employed 127 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Action For Children 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, Action For Children generated $16.0m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 8 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 19.0% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $15.9m during the year ending 06/2023. While expenses have increased by 19.0% per year over the past 8 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.
Since 2022, Action For Children has awarded 146 individual grants totaling $1,390,363. If you would like to learn more about the grant giving history of this organization, scroll down to the grant profile section of this page.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
REFER TO PAGE 2
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
EARLY CHILDHOOD COMMUNITY - PROVIDE CHILD CARE CENTERS AND FAMILY CHILD CARE HOMES (DIRECTORS, TEACHERS AND FAMILY CHILD CARE PROVIDERS) WITH COACHING, PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE AND SUPPORT IN OBTAINING, INCREASING OR MAINTAINING STEP UP TO QUALITY RATING. PROVIDE AID TO FAMILY CHILD CARE HOMES FOR THE PROVISION OF NUTRITIOUS FOODS THAT CONTRIBUTE TO THE WELLNESS, HEALTHY GROWTH, AND DEVELOPMENT OF YOUNG CHILDREN.
PARENTS, GUARDIANS, AND FAMILIES - PROVIDE PARENTS AND GUARDIANS WITH KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND SUPPORT IN CREATING A HEALTHY, MUTUALLY RESPECTFUL FAMILY WHILE ALSO PROVIDING LEARNING EXPERIENCES SO AS TO INCREASE SCHOOL READINESS OUTCOMES AND ENSURE THAT FAMILIES IN CENTRAL OHIO HAVE INCREASED KNOWLEDGE OF QUALITY INDICATORS AND ACCESS TO CHILD CARE AND EARLY EDUCATION PROGRAMS FOR THEIR CHILDREN.
COMMUNITY - PROVIDE WEB CHECK FINGERPRINTING SERVICES FOR THOSE NEEDING A CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK FOR EMPLOYMENT OR OTHER REASONS.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Lisa Cochran President | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Mary Kay Irwin Vice President | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Matthew Sharp Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Rebecca Love PHD Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Alex Anthony Trustee | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Daniel M Bauer Trustee | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $305,838 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $66,048 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $14,866,183 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $47,403 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $15,285,472 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $701,882 |
| Investment income | $6,608 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | -$46,363 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $15,950,626 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $2,068,904 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $5,865,270 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $143,167 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $143,167 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $4,221,926 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $370,183 |
| Payroll taxes | $342,074 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $34,004 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $1,113,745 |
| Advertising and promotion | $567,817 |
| Office expenses | $103,392 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $309,514 |
| Travel | $119,307 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $54,303 |
| Interest | $961 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $49,608 |
| Insurance | $35,271 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $15,869,641 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $4,650,207 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $396,383 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $1,676,535 |
| 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 | $34,658 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $328,369 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $92,667 |
| Total assets | $7,178,819 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $502,813 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $3,506,837 |
| 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 | $184,390 |
| Total liabilities | $4,194,040 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $2,978,733 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $6,046 |
| 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 | $7,178,819 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Action For Children has awarded $1,108,000 in support to 112 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
ALICE JEFFERSON PURPOSE: INCENTIVES | $6,750 |
21ST CENTURY EDU-CARE CENTER PURPOSE: INCENTIVES | $16,000 |
ARTISSEIA WILLIAMS PURPOSE: INCENTIVES | $5,500 |
BRANDI WALKER PURPOSE: INCENTIVES | $5,750 |
CHILD ZONE PURPOSE: INCENTIVES | $5,750 |
BRIGHT FUTURES LEARNING CENTER PURPOSE: INCENTIVES | $23,750 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Action For Children Columbus, OH | $7,178,819 | $15,950,626 |
Hoffman Homes Inc Littlestown, PA | $17,111,471 | $15,394,312 |
Presbyterian Child Welfare Agency Buckhorn, KY | $12,348,347 | $7,783,307 |
Indiana Youth Institute Inc Indianapolis, IN | $12,770,331 | $8,930,227 |
Child Development Council Of Northeastern Pa Inc Wilkes Barre, PA | $2,898,509 | $3,917,841 |
Childrens Bureau Foundation Inc Indianapolis, IN | $43,644,166 | $5,563,184 |
Motivated Young Minds Community Services Philadelphia, PA | $108,526 | $1,180,357 |
Pennsylvania Council Of Children Youth And Family Services Camp Hill, PA | $1,667,420 | $823,009 |
The Childrens Advocacy Center Of Green River District Henderson, KY | $293,551 | $638,140 |
Childrens Charitites At Adios Roseville, MI | $118,831 | $281,918 |
Child-Adult Resource Services Inc Rockville, IN | $53,078 | $124,246 |
Christ Child Society Of Dayton Inc Kettering, OH | $139,812 | $0 |
Wics Inc Cambridge, OH | $193,531 | $0 |