A C T For Multiple Sclerosis
- Assets
- $205.8k
- Revenue
- $107.4k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 1
- Location
- Palm Desert, CA
- Founding
- 12/1999
- Data as of
- 12/2021
- EIN
- 33-0880635
Organization Overview
A C T For Multiple Sclerosis is located in Palm Desert, CA. The organization was established in 1999. According to its NTEE Classification (G50) the organization is classified as: Nerve, Muscle & Bone Diseases, under the broad grouping of Voluntary Health Associations & Medical Disciplines and related organizations. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. A C T For Multiple Sclerosis 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, A C T For Multiple Sclerosis generated $107.4k in total revenue. This represents a relatively dramatic decline in revenue. Over the past 7 years, the organization has seen revenues fall by an average of (15.1%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $201.8k during the year ending 12/2021. As we would expect to see with falling revenues, expenses have declined by (8.6%) per year over the past 7 years. 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
TO HELP COACHELLA VALLEY RESIDENTS LIVE WITH MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS, ITS SYMPTOMS AND DEBILITIES BY PROVIDING THE TOOLS AND RESOURCES NECESSARY TO SUCCESSFULLY IMPROVE THEIR QUALITY OF LIFE.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
CORE SERVICES - THESE CORE SERVICES PROVIDE A NON-INVASIVE APPROACH TOWARD THE MANAGEMENT OF MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS. THE PROGRAM INCLUDES EXERCISE, CARDIO PROGRAMS, STRENGTH TRAINING, MASSAGE, YOGA, AND REFLEXOLOGY. EXERCISE AND MOTION THERAPY ARE EVALUATED AND CHARTED FOR EACH PARTICIPANT BY A PHYSICAL THERAPIST EVERY SIX MONTHS. THE GOAL IS TO PROVE THAT EXCERCISE TRAINING AND MASSAGE EITHER STOPS OR SLOWS THE PROGRESSION OF MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS.
SUBSIDIZED CLIENT UTILITIES - THIS PROGRAM PROVIDES RELIEF FROM THE SUMMER HEAT SUBSIDIZING ELECTRICITY COSTS FROM JUNE 1 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 30 FOR THOSE CLIENTS WHOSE HOUSEHOLD INCOME DOES NOT EXCEED THE ESTABLISHED THRESHOLD.
OTHER DISTRIBUTION EXPENSES - THE ORGANIZATION PROVIDES ADDITIONAL ASSISTANCE FOR MOBILITY EQUIPMENT AND REPAIRS RELATED TO EITHER THIS EQUIPMENT OR OTHER NECESSITIES, SUCH AS AIR CONDITIONING. IT ALSO PROVIDES A NUMBER OF EDUCATIONAL WORKSHOPS, CLIENT QUARTERLY MEETINGS, AND OTHER SPECIAL PROGRAMS THROUGHOUT THE YEAR. IN ADDITION, ITS EDUCATIONAL RESOURCE CENTER PROVIDES CLIENTS WITH THE OPPORTUNITY TO LEARN A VARIETY OF COMPUTER PROGRAMS, INCLUDING DRAGON VOICE ACTIVATION AND PARTICIPATION IN WEBCAST SESSIONS. THE READING AND LEARNING LIBRARY PROVIDES CLIENTS ACCESS TO SIGNIFICANT BOOKS AND RESOURCE MATERIALS COVERING ALL ASPECTS OF MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Susie Morales Director | Trustee | 15 | $52,000 |
Penny Mason Corr Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 15 | $0 |
Ann Greer Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 15 | $0 |
Linda Williamson Vice President | OfficerTrustee | 15 | $0 |
Anne Pope President | OfficerTrustee | 15 | $0 |
George Turner Director | Trustee | 15 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $31,000 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $39,406 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $70,406 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $418 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $36,534 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $107,358 |
| 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. | $52,000 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $9,880 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $0 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $0 |
| Payroll taxes | $4,412 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| 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 | $6,200 |
| Advertising and promotion | $4,204 |
| Office expenses | $7,756 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $19,048 |
| 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 | $226 |
| Insurance | $3,752 |
| All other expenses | $14,629 |
| Total functional expenses | $201,841 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $53,796 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $141,587 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $100 |
| 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 | $7,734 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $152 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $2,470 |
| Total assets | $205,839 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $5,821 |
| 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 | $5,821 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $200,018 |
| 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 | $205,839 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 7 grants that A C T For Multiple Sclerosis has recieved totaling $75,064.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Regional Access Project Foundation Inc Palm Desert, CA PURPOSE: HEALTH/MENTAL HEALTH | $50,000 |
Bighorn Golf Club Charities Palm Desert, CA PURPOSE: FUND COMMUNITY BETTERMENT | $8,000 |
Auen Foundation Palm Desert, CA PURPOSE: CK#3789-GENERAL PROGRAM SUPPORT. CK#3815-OPERATING EXPENSES. | $7,000 |
Coachella Valley Wellness Foundation Rancho Mirage, CA PURPOSE: WELLNESS SUPPORT | $6,000 |
Grace Helen Spearman Foundation Palm Springs, CA PURPOSE: TO HELP RESIDENTS WITH MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS | $2,500 |
The Hyman And Mintz Family Foundation Rancho Mirage, CA PURPOSE: MISSION IS TO PROVIDE ASSISTANCE FOR COACHELLA VALLEY RESIDENTS LIVING WITH MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS. | $1,395 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Association Woodland Hills, CA | $12,004,045 | $10,468,130 |
Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Association Portland, OR | $3,939,845 | $4,368,601 |
Joint Electrical Industry Fund San Jose, CA | $5,316,972 | $2,015,967 |
Adult & Pediatric Spine Research Foundation Inc San Anselmo, CA | $9,464,891 | $173,934 |
Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Association Phoenix, AZ | $1,551,685 | $1,483,680 |
Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Association Citrus Heights, CA | $1,088,166 | $1,260,833 |
Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Association Oceanside, CA | $0 | $2,138,341 |
Parkinsons Resources Of Oregon Beaverton, OR | $3,158,996 | $1,166,467 |
Road 2 Recovery Foundation Poway, CA | $2,785,803 | $1,723,214 |
Southern California Joint Pole Committee San Dimas, CA | $374,552 | $956,754 |
Personal Enrichment Program Inc Venice, CA | $143,594 | $802,209 |
Sup Joint Employment Committee Trust San Francisco, CA | $101,954 | $709,109 |