Kaleidoscope Youth Center Inc

Organization Overview

Kaleidoscope Youth Center Inc is located in Columbus, OH. The organization was established in 1994. According to its NTEE Classification (O50) the organization is classified as: Youth Development Programs, under the broad grouping of Youth Development and related organizations. As of 12/2022, Kaleidoscope Youth Center Inc employed 20 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Kaleidoscope Youth Center 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 12/2022, Kaleidoscope Youth Center Inc generated $2.0m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 8 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 23.4% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $1.8m during the year ending 12/2022. While expenses have increased by 26.3% 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.

Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing

TAX YEAR

2022

Describe the Organization's Mission:

Part 3 - Line 1

TO SERVE AND SUPPORT LGBTQIA+ YOUTH AND YOUNG ADULTS.

Describe the Organization's Program Activity:

Part 3 - Line 4a

THE STAFF, VOLUNTEERS, AND PARTICIPANTS WORK TOGETHER TO CULTIVATE A SAFE AND SUPPORTIVE COMMUNITY AT THE CENTER OF E. TOWN STREET IN COLUMBUS, OHIO. PROGRAMMING AT THE CENTER FALLS INTO FIVE KEY AREAS:SOCIAL AND BEHAVIORAL HEALTH; HOLISTIC HEALTH AND WELLNESS, LIFE-SKILLS DEVELOPMENT; IDENTIFY AFFIRMATION AND COMMUNITY BUILDING; AND LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT, EMPOWERMENT, AND ADVOCACY. DAILY ACTIVITIES CHANGE ON A REGULAR BASIS, ARE BASED ON INPUT FROM THE YOUTH PARTICIPANTS, AND INCLUDE FRIDAY PIZZA AND MOVIE NIGHTS, ARTS PROGRAMMING, GAME NIGHTS, DISCUSSION GROUPS, HEALTH AND FITNESS ACTIVITIES. SNACKS AND MEALS ARE AVAILABLE, AND A RESOURCE CENTER OFFERS ITEMS ADDRESSING BASIC NEEDS SUCH AS CLOTHING, OUTWEAR HYGIENCE ITEMS, REFERRAL TO OTHER COMMUNITY RESOURCES. EVENTS INCLUDING OTHER PROM AND MARCHING IN COLUMBUS PRIDE PARADE, PROVIDE FUN, SAFE, AND POSITIVE VENUES FOR YOUTH PLANNING, ORGANIZATION, AND LEADERSHIP.


THE GOAL IS TO CREATE MORE INCLUSIVE ENVIRONMENTS FOR LGBTQ YOUTH EVERYWHERE IN THE COMMUNITY. KYC PROVIDES TRAINING TO YOUTH-SERVING PROFESSIONALS AND OTHERS IN THE COMMUNITY TO HELP UNDERSTANDING OF LGBTQ YOUTH EXPERIENCE, TERMINOLOGY, RISK FACTORS, HOW TO PROMOTE SUCCESS, AND HOW TO CREATE SAFE AND AFFIRMING ENVIRONMENTS AND SERVICES. TRAININGS ARE TAILORED TO THE AUDIENCE AND ADDITIONAL RESOURCES ARE PROVIDED. KYC ALSO ADVOCATE FOR INDIVIDUAL YOUTH WITHIN THE SCHOOL, AND OTHER SETTINGS, BY REQUEST.


KYC SUPPORTS A NETWORK OF OVER 92 GSA(GENDERS AND SEXUALITIES ALLIANCE)CLUBS OPERATING IN SCHOOLS ACROSS OHIO WHERE STUDENTS ANYWHERE ALONG THE SPECTRUM OF SEXUAL ORIENTATION AND GENDER IDENTITY ARE WELCOMED AND A CULTURE OF SUPPORT AND INCLUSION IS DEVELOPED. KYCS GSA NETWORK COORDINATOR PROVIDES GUIDANCE AND SUPPORT TO ADVISORS AND STUDENTS, LINKING THE CLUBS TOGETHER FOR MUTUAL ASSISTANCE. GSA MEMBERS LEARN ABOUT DETERMINING A GROUPS MISSION, SETTING GOALS, PROJECT PLANNING, AND IMPLEMENTATION, TEAM BUILDING, AND LEADERSHIP. GSA MEMBERS ALSO ENCOURAGED TO PARTICIPATE IN THE YOUTH LEADERSHIP COUNCIL, WHERE YOUTH ARE PROVIDED OPPORTUNITIES TO MAKE THEM STRONGER MORE EFFECTIVE LEADERS. COUNCIL MEMBERS ARE PROVIDED A FORMAL SPACE TO DISCUSS CHALLENGES FACING THEIR GSA AND THE ABILITY TO WORK WITH OTHER LGBTQ AND ALLY STUDENTS TO PLAN AND IMPLEMENT EVENTS.


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Board, Officers & Key Employees

Name (title)Compensation
Erin Upchurch
Executive Director
$81,712
Shauna Tepper
Board
$0
J Eric Questel
Board
$0
Joe Mayer
Board
$0
Storm Woods
Board
$0
Sydney Mlakar
Board
$0

Financial Statements

Statement of Revenue
Federated campaigns$0
Membership dues$0
Fundraising events$0
Related organizations$0
Government grants $1,823,245
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above$165,662
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f $0
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar$1,988,907
Total Program Service Revenue$0
Investment income $130
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 $2,026,034

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