Ruth Lyons Childrens Fund
- Assets
- $177.4k
- Revenue
- $276.7k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 0
- Location
- Cincinnati, OH
- Founding
- 11/1976
- Data as of
- 04/2022
- EIN
- 31-0889764
Organization Overview
Ruth Lyons Childrens Fund is located in Cincinnati, OH. The organization was established in 1976. According to its NTEE Classification (P58) the organization is classified as: Gift Distribution, under the broad grouping of Human Services and related organizations. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Ruth Lyons Childrens Fund 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 04/2022, Ruth Lyons Childrens Fund generated $276.7k in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 7 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 7.2% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $99.4k during the year ending 04/2022. 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
2022
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
THE RUTH LYONS CHILDREN'S FUND PROVIDES FUNDING FOR GIFTS AND EVENTS FOR HOSPITALIZED CHILDREN PARTICULARLY DURING THE HOLIDAY SEASON AND THROUGHOUT THE ENTIRE YEAR IF POSSIBLE.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
CHILDREN'S MEDICAL CENTER, DAYTON, OHIO. PROVIDED THE HOSPITAL'S CHILD LIFE DEPARTMENT WITH A $40,000 GRANT TO MAINTAIN DAILY ACTIVITIES AND PROGRAMS THROUGHOUT THE YEAR. SUCH ACTIVITIES INCLUDE PET THERAPY, ARTS AND CRAFTS, HOLIDAY PARTIES, PIZZA PARTIES, BIRTHDAY GIFTS AND A DAY SHOPPING WITH SECRET SANTA. IN-PATIENT PEDIATRIC PATIENTS ARE ALSO GIVEN INDIVIDUAL GIFTS SUCH AS BOOKS, PUZZLES, OR SMALL BOARD GAMES TO TAKE HOME UPON DISCHARGE FROM THE HOSPITAL.
GOOD SAMARITAN HOSPITAL, CINCINNATI, OHIO. PROVIDED THE HOSPITAL WITH A $40,000 GRANT TO CONTINUE THE UNIQUE GIFTING PROJECT WHEREAS THE HOSPITAL PROVIDES EACH FAMILY THAT HAS AN INFANT IN THE NICU UNIT WITH A HANDMADE PERSONALIZED QUILT. THE QUILT HAS THE RUTH LYONS LOGO EMBROIDERED IN THE CORNER. THE INFANTS ALSO RECEIVE EMBROIDERED RUTH LYONS CHILDREN'S FUND ONESIES AND SLEEPSACKS. BOTH ITEMS SERVE AS FAMILY KEEPSAKES. THE NICU UNIT ALSO PROVIDES VARIOUS BOOKS, JOURNEY BEADS, BOTTLES AND OTHER APPROPRIATE ITEMS THAT ASSIST FAMILIES IN CARING FOR THEIR NEWBORNS.
GOOD SAMARITAN HOSPITAL, CINCINNATI, OHIO. A ONE-TIME GRANT OF $1,500 WAS PROVIDED FOR THE HOSPITAL'S 2ND ANNUAL NICU UNIT HALLOWEEN SPOOKTACULAR EVENT IN OCTOBER 2021. WITH A PATIENT CENSUS OF 60 AT THE TIME OF THE OBSERVED HOLIDAY, EACH BABY WAS GIFTED WITH A HALLOWEEN COSTUME . THIS EVENT HELPS UPLIFT THE MOOD IN THE NICU UNIT NOT ONLY FOR THE FAMILIES BUT ALSO THE HEALTHCARE TEAM. THE COSTUMES WERE GIVEN TO THE FAMILIES TO SERVE AS A KEEPSAKE ITEM AND MILESTONE MARKER DURING THE NEWBORNS STAY AT THE HOSPITAL.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Branden Frantz President | Trustee | 0.5 | $0 |
Lisa Snell Coordinator | Trustee | 4 | $0 |
David Seals Trustee | Trustee | 0 | $0 |
Neal Patel Secretary | Trustee | 0 | $0 |
Julie Gossard Trustee | Trustee | 0.5 | $0 |
Jeff Benscoter Trustee | Trustee | 0 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $0 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $276,706 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $276,706 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $5 |
| 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 | $276,711 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $81,500 |
| 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 of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $0 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $0 |
| Payroll taxes | $0 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $2,557 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $0 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $0 |
| Advertising and promotion | $8,000 |
| Office expenses | $1,095 |
| Information technology | $2,853 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $0 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Insurance | $0 |
| All other expenses | $2,341 |
| Total functional expenses | $99,359 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $177,352 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $177,352 |
| 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 | $177,352 |
| 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 | $177,352 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Ruth Lyons Childrens Fund has awarded $81,500 in support to 3 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
Dayton, OH PURPOSE: admittance & in patient gifts and activities | $40,000 |
GOOD SAMARITAN HOSPITAL PURPOSE: NICU Department gifting | $40,000 |
GOOD SAMARITAN HOSPITAL PURPOSE: special grant for October 21 event | $1,500 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 4 grants that Ruth Lyons Childrens Fund has recieved totaling $10,126.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Schwab Charitable Fund San Francisco, CA PURPOSE: HUMAN SERVICES | $5,700 |
Cedar Fair Charities Sandusky, OH PURPOSE: CASH | $2,038 |
Cedar Fair Charities Sandusky, OH PURPOSE: CASH | $2,038 |
Ge Foundation Norwalk, CT PURPOSE: MATCHING GIFTS | $350 |
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