Elijahs Retreat Inc

Organization Overview

Elijahs Retreat Inc is located in Jacksonville, TX. The organization was established in 2009. According to its NTEE Classification (X21) the organization is classified as: Protestant, under the broad grouping of Religion-Related and related organizations. As of 12/2021, Elijahs Retreat Inc employed 4 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Elijahs Retreat 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, Elijahs Retreat Inc generated $215.9k in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 2 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 48.8% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $123.7k during the year ending 12/2021. While expenses have increased by 31.6% per year over the past 2 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

2021

Describe the Organization's Mission:

Part 3 - Line 1

ELIJAHS RETREAT NURTURES ATTACHMENT FOR FAMILIES FACING AUTISM THROUGH OUTDOOR ADVENTURE AND THE INTERACTION WITH THERAPEUTIC ANIMALS.

Describe the Organization's Program Activity:

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ELIJAH'S RETREAT PROVIDES A 7-DAY RETREAT FOR 300 FAMILIES A YEAR IN FOUR PRIVATE CABINS. EACH CABIN HAD TWO BEDROOMS, FULL KITCHEN, LIVING ROOM, LAUNDRY ROOM, BONFIRE PIT, AND PORCH SWINGS FOR ONLY $45/NIGHT AND A $30 RESERVATION FEE. FLEXIBLE SCHEDULES AND CUSTOMIZATION TO ACCOMMODATE THE INTERESTS AND NEEDS OF EACH FAMILY. THE FIFTY ACRE RETREAT OFFERS A ONE-ACRE FENCED-IN PLAYGROUND, EDUCATIONAL SENSORY GARDEN, MUSIC AND SENSORY ROOMS, 5 MILES OF HIKING, BARREL TRAIN RIDES, BASKETBALL, FOOSBALL, PING PONG, BICYCLES, MOVIE NIGHTS, AND FISHING, ELIJAH'S RETREAT ALSO PROVIDES OPPORTUNITIES TO TRY NEW THERAPIES AND A WIDE VARIETY OF SENSORY TOOLS AT NO EXTRA COST; MINI-EQUINE THERAPY SESSIONS, BASIC HORSEMANSHIP LESSONS AND RANCH HAND EXPERIENCES WHERE FAMILIES FEED, LEARN AND INTERACT WITH THERAPEUTIC ANIMALS.


ELIJAH'S RETREAT STRIVES TO ADDRESS THE CURRENT UNEMPLOYMENT RATE OF 80% FOR ADULTS WITH AUTISM IN RURAL EAST TEXAS. WE PARTNERED WITH JACKSONVILLE ISD AND TEXAS WORKFORCE SOLUTIONS TO PROVIDE PAID WORK EXPERIENCE FOR YOUNG ADULTS WITH AUTISM IN THE CITY OF JACKSONVILLE AND SURROUNDING AREA. ELIJAH'S RETREAT PROVIDES AN APPLICATION AND INTERVIEW TRAINING, JOB COACHING ON NEW SKILLS, SUPPORT, EDUCATION AND SENSORY OPPORTUNITIES FOR MANAGING BEHAVIORS AND SOCIAL INTERACTIONS. WE COLLABORATE WITH THE HIGH SCHOOL TEACHERS, COUNSELORS, AND TRANSITION COORDINATOR THROUGH ADMISSION, REVIEW, AND DISMISSAL MEETINGS TO MODIFY AND IMPLEMENT THE INDIVIDUAL EDUCATION PROGRAM FOR EACH INTERN. THE CENTERPIECE OF THE WORK EXPERIENCE IS AN INTERNSHIP IN HOMESTEADING. THE INTERN GAIN REAL APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE LEARNED IN BIOLOGY, ANIMAL SCIENCE, AND JOB SKILLS. UPON COMPLETION OF THE INTERNSHIP, AN INTERN GAINS CONFIDENCE IN ENTERING THE WORKFORCE TO MAXIMIZE THEIR EMPLOYABILITY.


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Outside Vendors & Contractors

Vendor Name (Service)Compensation
Woodrow Smith Dirt Work
Repaired Road Work
$2,000
Rob Vickers
Trimimg Horse Feet
$760
Tranquility Pest Services
Pest Control
$1,009
Peter Torres
Landscaping
$1,000
Custom Stump Grinding
Stump Grinding
$650
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Financial Statements

Statement of Revenue
Federated campaigns$0
Membership dues$0
Fundraising events$58,272
Related organizations$0
Government grants $0
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above$118,400
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f $18,200
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar$176,672
Total Program Service Revenue$39,241
Investment income $0
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 $215,913

Grants Recieved

Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 4 grants that Elijahs Retreat Inc has recieved totaling $38,575.

Awarding OrganizationAmount
Rainwater Charitable Foundation

Fort Worth, TX

PURPOSE: GENERAL OPERATIONS SUPPORT

$25,000
East Texas Communties Foundation Inc

Tyler, TX

PURPOSE: general support

$12,155
Amazonsmile Foundation

Seattle, WA

PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT

$1,220
Shell Oil Company Foundation

Houston, TX

PURPOSE: MEF

$200
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