Community Action Of Northeast Indiana Inc, operating under the name Brightpoint, is located in Fort Wayne, IN. The organization was established in 1965. According to its NTEE Classification (S21) the organization is classified as: Community Coalitions, under the broad grouping of Community Improvement & Capacity Building and related organizations. As of 10/2023, Brightpoint employed 339 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Brightpoint 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 10/2023, Brightpoint generated $32.7m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 8 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 7.5% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $31.6m during the year ending 10/2023. While expenses have increased by 7.0% 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.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
TO REMOVE THE CAUSES AND CONDITIONS OF POVERTY IN NORTHEAST INDIANA.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
CHILD EDUCATION -CHILD EDUCATION PROGRAMS INCLUDE THE EARLY HEAD START AND HEAD START PROGRAMS.THE EARLY HEAD START PROGRAM IS A FEDERALLY FUNDED, EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAM, CREATED TO BREAK THE CYCLE OF POVERTY BY PROVIDING SERVICES TO CHILDREN FROM LOW-INCOME FAMILIES. HOME VISITORS COME INTO THE HOME WEEKLY TO PROVIDE FAMILY SERVICES AND WORK WITH PARENT AND CHILD ON ACTIVITIES BASED ON THEIR CHILD'S AGE AND FAMILY NEEDS.THE HEAD START PROGRAM PROVIDES PRESCHOOL SERVICES AND SOCIAL SERVICES FOR PARENTS OF CHILDREN AGES 3-5 YEARS OLD. PRESCHOOL CHILDREN RECEIVE EDUCATION, HEALTH, MENTAL HEALTH, NUTRITION, DENTAL, VISION, AND HEARING SERVICES.IN FISCAL YEAR 2023, 7933 PARTICIPANTS WERE SERVED WITH THESE PROGRAMS.
WEATHERIZATION AND ENERGY -THE WEATHERIZATION PROGRAM PROVIDES FREE, ENERGY-EFFICIENT IMPROVEMENTS FOR THE HOMES OF LOW-INCOME FAMILIES. IMPROVEMENTS MAY INCLUDE INSULATING ATTICS, WALLS AND MOBILE HOME BELLIES, AS WELL AS, REPAIRING POORLY INSTALLED HEATING SYSTEM EQUIPMENT OR LEAKING DUCTS, AND SOME FURNACES. THE ENERGY ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS INCLUDE BOTH HEATING AND SUMMER COOLING ASSISTANCE. THE ENERGY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM PAYS A PORTION OF A CLIENT'S WINTER HEATING BILLS. SUMMER COOLING ALSO PROVIDES AIR CONDITIONERS OR UTILITY BILL CREDITS IN SUMMER MONTHS, DEPENDING ON A FAMILY'S SITUATION. THE ENERGY ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS ASSISTS A CLIENT WITH A ONE-TIME BENEFIT THAT IS APPLIED TO THEIR WINTER HEATING BILLS. SUMMER ASSISTANCE IS BASED ON WHETHER THERE ARE FUNDS LEFT FROM THE HEATING SEASON. PROGRAM YEAR 2021 ONLY ALLOWED FOR SUMMER CRISIS BENEFITS TO BE AVAILABLE TO THE MOST VULNERABLE POPULATION (ELDERLY, DISABLED, HOUSEHOLDS WITH CHILDREN UNDER THE AGE OF 5 AND VETERANS). CLIENTS MUST BE IN DISCONNECT OR DISCONNECTED ALREADY ON THEIR ELECTRIC BILL. IT IS A ONE TIME $200 BENEFIT. IN FISCAL YEAR 2023, 16,468 FAMILIES WERE SERVED BY THESE PROGRAMS.
SELF-SUFFICIENCY - PROVIDES ASSISTANCE TO AID CLIENTS IN ACHIEVING SELF-SUFFICIENCY THROUGH TRANSPORTATION, FAMILY DEVELOPMENT, ENROLLMENT IN HEALTH INSURANCE PROGRAMS, JOB TRAINING FOR YOUTH, AND OTHER SUPPORT.IN FISCAL YEAR 2023, 18039 PARTICIPANTS WERE SERVED WITH THESE PROGRAMS.
Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
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Kathy Heuer Chairperson | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Kim Carpenter Vice-Chairperson | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Sue Ehinger Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Susan Berghoff Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Laqueisha Brown Board Member | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Justin Busch Board Member | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
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Classic Cafe Food Service | 10/30/23 | $879,234 |
Ronald Dierkes Maintenance | 10/30/23 | $488,602 |
Doc Dancer Inc Weatherization Contractor | 10/30/23 | $437,675 |
Momper Insulation Weatherization Contractor | 10/30/23 | $397,390 |
Allied Mechanical Maintenance | 10/30/23 | $354,969 |
Statement of Revenue | |
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Federated campaigns | $145,598 |
Membership dues | $0 |
Fundraising events | $23,333 |
Related organizations | $0 |
Government grants | $29,644,759 |
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $2,022,615 |
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $4,106 |
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $31,836,305 |
Total Program Service Revenue | $683,812 |
Investment income | $134,531 |
Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
Royalties | $0 |
Net Rental Income | $0 |
Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
Net Income from Fundraising Events | -$4,387 |
Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
Total Revenue | $32,650,261 |
Statement of Expenses | |
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Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $0 |
Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $11,855,982 |
Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $332,649 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $332,649 |
Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
Other salaries and wages | $10,896,684 |
Pension plan accruals and contributions | $223,720 |
Other employee benefits | $1,778,499 |
Payroll taxes | $892,592 |
Fees for services: Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Legal | $67,573 |
Fees for services: Accounting | $69,380 |
Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Other | $1,358,613 |
Advertising and promotion | $66,969 |
Office expenses | $1,122,537 |
Information technology | $455,465 |
Royalties | $0 |
Occupancy | $1,661,429 |
Travel | $163,258 |
Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $263,054 |
Interest | $1,102 |
Payments to affiliates | $0 |
Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $136,116 |
Insurance | $103,959 |
All other expenses | $112,579 |
Total functional expenses | $31,562,160 |
Balance Sheet | |
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Cash—non-interest-bearing | $368,729 |
Savings and temporary cash investments | $1,820,010 |
Pledges and grants receivable | $3,272,999 |
Accounts receivable, net | $746,379 |
Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
Notes and loans receivable | $562,138 |
Inventories for sale or use | $0 |
Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $230,877 |
Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $1,497,751 |
Investments—publicly traded securities | $1,300,503 |
Investments—other securities | $98,959 |
Investments—program-related | $0 |
Intangible assets | $0 |
Other assets | $8,056,752 |
Total assets | $17,955,097 |
Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $1,601,212 |
Grants payable | $0 |
Deferred revenue | $1,050,541 |
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 | $5,579,841 |
Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
Other liabilities | $3,135,000 |
Total liabilities | $11,366,594 |
Net assets without donor restrictions | $5,591,265 |
Net assets with donor restrictions | $997,238 |
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 | $17,955,097 |
Over the last fiscal year, Community Action Of Northeast Indiana Inc has awarded $199,867 in support to 2 organizations.
Grant Recipient | Amount |
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CANI'S CENTER FOR COMMUNITY AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT INC PURPOSE: PROGRAM OPERATIONS | $122,352 |
BRIDGES COMMUNITY SERVICES INC PURPOSE: FOR SUPPORTIVE SERVICES FOR VETERAN FAMILIES. | $77,515 |