Serious Fun Childrens Network Inc
- Assets
- $19.5m
- Revenue
- $17.2m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 35
- Location
- Norwalk, CT
- Founding
- 09/2001
- Data as of
- 12/2023
- EIN
- 31-1794455
Organization Overview
Serious Fun Childrens Network Inc is located in Norwalk, CT. The organization was established in 2001. According to its NTEE Classification (F03) the organization is classified as: Professional Societies & Associations, under the broad grouping of Mental Health & Crisis Intervention and related organizations. As of 12/2023, Serious Fun Childrens Network Inc employed 35 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Serious Fun Childrens Network 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 12/2023, Serious Fun Childrens Network Inc generated $17.2m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 9 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 3.8% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $17.1m during the year ending 12/2023. While expenses have increased by 1.4% per year over the past 9 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 2015, Serious Fun Childrens Network Inc has awarded 94 individual grants totaling $51,972,375. 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
OUR MISSION IS TO CREATE OPPORTUNITIES FOR CHILDREN AND THEIR FAMILIES TO REACH BEYOND SERIOUS ILLNESS AND DISCOVER JOY, CONFIDENCE AND A NEW WORLD OF POSSIBILITIES, ALWAYS FREE OF CHARGE.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
TO PROVIDE SERVICES TO 16 MEMBER CAMPS AND PARTNER PROGRAMS IN FORMATION, INITIATE PROGRAMS TO SHARE BEST PRACTICES BETWEEN CAMPS, ENSURE QUALITY MEDICAL AND CAMP PROGRAMS, AWARD GRANTS TO MEMBER CAMPS AND SUPPORT FUNDRAISING AND SUSTAINABILITY EFFORTS, AND ISSUE AND IMPACT AWARENESS. THE SERIOUSFUN PARTNER PROGRAMS SUPPORT WORK WITH INTERNATIONAL AND LOCAL MEDICAL AND OPERATIONAL PARTNERS TO SERVE CHILDREN WITH SERIOUS MEDICAL CONDITIONS IN PARTS OF THE WORLD WHERE THEY WOULD NOT OTHERWISE HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO EXPERIENCE THE BENEFITS OF CAMP. THIS NUMBER ALSO INCLUDES FUNDING FOR INNOVATION GRANTS TO CAMPS IN THE NETWORK.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Andy Fry Trustee | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Carole Watkins Trustee | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Carolyn Bechtel Trustee | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Cathie Bennett Outgoing Trustee | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Charlie Crew Trustee | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Don O'sullivan Outgoing Trustee | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Total Management Uk Ltd Event Management And Planning | 12/30/19 | $193,951 |
The Developer Society Online Advertising | 12/30/19 | $117,949 |
Cipriani 42nd Street Lessee Llc Gala Event Services | 12/30/19 | $155,820 |
Seed Entertainment Llc Event Planning | 12/30/19 | $137,058 |
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 | $16,530,551 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $660,950 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $16,530,551 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $587,464 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $23,637 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $17,151,915 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $6,064,699 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $4,738,304 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $1,100,141 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $285,750 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $2,750,808 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $195,498 |
| Other employee benefits | $192,816 |
| Payroll taxes | $305,605 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $21,984 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $58,070 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $650,744 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $167,500 |
| Information technology | $288,028 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $288,929 |
| Travel | $100,326 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $107,189 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $15,303 |
| Insurance | $60,180 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $17,106,124 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $824,461 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $7,697,018 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $271,767 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $31,139 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $250,000 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $0 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $247,427 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $68,043 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $8,647,060 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $1,450,250 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $19,487,165 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $2,114,914 |
| 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 | $1,480,701 |
| Total liabilities | $3,595,615 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $12,783,261 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $3,108,289 |
| 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 | $19,487,165 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Serious Fun Childrens Network Inc has awarded $6,064,699 in support to 9 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
CAMP BOGGY CREEK PURPOSE: OPERATING AND CAPITAL NEEDS | $615,130 |
DOUBLE H RANCH PURPOSE: OPERATING AND CAPITAL NEEDS | $570,468 |
CAMP KOREY PURPOSE: OPERATING AND CAPITAL NEEDS | $655,715 |
FLYING HORSE FARMS PURPOSE: OPERATING AND CAPITAL NEEDS | $1,069,733 |
NORTH STAR REACH PURPOSE: OPERATING AND CAPITAL NEEDS | $390,959 |
HOLE IN THE WALL GANG PURPOSE: OPERATING AND CAPITAL NEEDS | $602,545 |