Build-A-Bear Foundation Inc
- Assets
- $1.9m
- Revenue
- $1.8m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 0
- Location
- Saint Louis, MO
- Founding
- 09/2003
- Data as of
- 12/2021
- EIN
- 33-1007188
Organization Overview
Build-A-Bear Foundation Inc is located in Saint Louis, MO. The organization was established in 2003. According to its NTEE Classification (P30) the organization is classified as: Children & Youth Services, 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. Build-A-Bear Foundation 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 12/2021, Build-A-Bear Foundation Inc generated $1.8m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 7 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 6.4% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $1.0m during the year ending 12/2021. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Since 2020, Build-A-Bear Foundation Inc has awarded 41 individual grants totaling $2,645,084. 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
2021
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
BUILD-A-BEAR FOUNDATION SEEKS TO ADD A LITTLE MORE HEART TO LIFE BY SHARING HUGS AND MAKING DAYS A LITTLE BIT BRIGHTER FOR THOSE IN NEED.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
ASSOCIATE DISASTER RELIEF - DONATIONS TO INDIVIDUALS SUPPORTING BABW ASSOCIATES IN NEED OF FINANCIAL RELIEF.
ASSOCIATE SCHOLARSHIP- DONATIONS TO BABW ASSOCIATES AND FAMILY MEMBERS WHO APPLIED AND WERE ACCEPTED TO RECEIVE THE SCHOLARSHIPS.
HEALTH AND WELLNESS PROGRAM - DONATIONS TO CHARITABLE ORGANIZATIONS TO SUPPORT THEIR EFFORTS IN HEALTH AND WELLNESS PROGRAMS.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Ray Mueller Treasurer, Director | OfficerTrustee | 0 | $0 |
Mike Early Secretary, Director | OfficerTrustee | 0 | $0 |
Maxine Clark Chairman, Director | OfficerTrustee | 0 | $0 |
Voin Todorovic President, Director | OfficerTrustee | 0 | $0 |
Chris Hurt Director | Trustee | 0 | $0 |
Arvetta Powell Director | Trustee | 0 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $429,312 |
| Government grants | $0 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $1,396,215 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $120,924 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $1,825,527 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $579 |
| 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 | $1,826,106 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $910,012 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $16,506 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $6,087 |
| 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 | $13,677 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $9,300 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $0 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $890 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $1,021,918 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $0 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $1,607,185 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $256,763 |
| 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 | $6,027 |
| 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 | $1,869,975 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $8,478 |
| 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 | $94,219 |
| Total liabilities | $102,697 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $1,355,558 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $411,720 |
| 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 | $1,869,975 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Build-A-Bear Foundation Inc has awarded $679,550 in support to 11 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
MARINE TOYS FOR TOTS PURPOSE: Toys for low income children | $183,329 |
AMERICAN RED CROSS PURPOSE: DISASTER RELIEF | $150,000 |
Phoenix, AZ PURPOSE: General Support | $100,000 |
SHRINERS HOSPITALS FOR CHILDREN PURPOSE: General Support | $50,000 |
Saint Louis, MO PURPOSE: General Support | $50,000 |
BABY2BABY PURPOSE: General Support | $40,150 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Kansas Childrens Service League Wichita, KS | $10,344,235 | $17,651,176 |
Kids Above All Illinois Chicago, IL | $6,170,372 | $14,023,607 |
Catholic Charities Of Louisville Inc Louisville, KY | $10,972,807 | $15,581,081 |
Jackson County Community Childrens Service Fund Kansas City, MO | $22,334,800 | $14,345,673 |
Youth Service Bureau Of Illinois Valley Incorporated Ottawa, IL | $4,153,278 | $14,098,230 |
Gads Hill Center Chicago, IL | $12,791,437 | $15,113,158 |
Crossroads Youth & Family Services Inc Norman, OK | $6,187,416 | $14,829,861 |
Lutheran Family And Childrens Services Of Missouri St Louis, MO | $11,391,794 | $13,865,128 |
Ronald Mcdonald House Charities Of Chicagoland And Northwest Indiana Oak Brook, IL | $71,872,336 | $16,625,455 |
Night Ministry Chicago, IL | $17,470,779 | $11,762,279 |
Child Saving Institute Inc Omaha, NE | $4,800,291 | $9,949,776 |
Safe Families For Children Alliance Chicago, IL | $3,523,068 | $9,924,305 |