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.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2021
Describe the Organization's Mission:
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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.
Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
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Cheryl Torres Director Of Elijah's Retreat | 40 | $20,771 | |
Kristen Sohn Family Coordinator | Officer | 25 | $13,193 |
Brian Raney Homestead Coordinator | Officer | 25 | $11,661 |
Amy Smith Secretary Of The Board Of Directors | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Laura Elliott President Of The Board Of Directors | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Bonnies Osteen Board Of Directors | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
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Woodrow Smith Dirt Work Repaired Road Work | 12/30/21 | $2,000 |
Tranquility Pest Services Pest Control | 12/30/21 | $1,009 |
Peter Torres Landscaping | 12/30/21 | $1,000 |
Rob Vickers Trimimg Horse Feet | 12/30/21 | $760 |
Custom Stump Grinding Stump Grinding | 12/30/21 | $650 |
Statement of Revenue | |
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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 |
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. | $0 |
Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
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 | $45,622 |
Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
Other employee benefits | $0 |
Payroll taxes | $3,487 |
Fees for services: Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
Fees for services: Accounting | $800 |
Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Other | $0 |
Advertising and promotion | $1,582 |
Office expenses | $0 |
Information technology | $1,734 |
Royalties | $0 |
Occupancy | $0 |
Travel | $3,717 |
Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $960 |
Interest | $0 |
Payments to affiliates | $0 |
Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $0 |
Insurance | $6,215 |
All other expenses | $0 |
Total functional expenses | $123,735 |
Balance Sheet | |
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Cash—non-interest-bearing | $71,799 |
Savings and temporary cash investments | $35,382 |
Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
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 | $1,100 |
Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $0 |
Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $25,705 |
Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
Investments—other securities | $0 |
Investments—program-related | $0 |
Intangible assets | $0 |
Other assets | $0 |
Total assets | $133,986 |
Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $0 |
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 | $0 |
Net assets without donor restrictions | $133,986 |
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 | $133,986 |
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 4 grants that Elijahs Retreat Inc has recieved totaling $38,575.
Awarding Organization | Amount |
---|---|
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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