Bethany Christian Services Inc
- Assets
- $68.4m
- Revenue
- $21.7m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 169
- Location
- Grand Rapids, MI
- Founding
- 09/1987
- Data as of
- 12/2021
- EIN
- 38-1405282
Organization Overview
Bethany Christian Services Inc is located in Grand Rapids, MI. The organization was established in 1987. According to its NTEE Classification (P40) the organization is classified as: Family Services, under the broad grouping of Human Services and related organizations. As of 12/2021, Bethany Christian Services Inc employed 169 individuals. This organization is a parent organization of an affiliated group for tax-exemption purposes. Bethany Christian Services 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, Bethany Christian Services Inc generated $21.7m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 7 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 7.6% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $22.8m during the year ending 12/2021. While expenses have increased by 8.1% per year over the past 7 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:
Part 3 - Line 1
BETHANY CHRISTIAN SERVICES PROVIDES SOCIAL SERVICES FOR CHILDREN AND FAMILIES THROUGH PROGRAMS INCLUDING FOSTER CARE, REFUGEE AND IMMIGRANT SERVICES, DOMESTIC INFANT ADOPTION, INTERNATIONAL ADOPTION, AND COUNSELING.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
BETHANY CHRISTIAN SERVICES COORDINATES A SPONSORSHIP PROGRAM WHEREBY FAMILIES IN ALBANIA, ETHIOPIA, GHANA, HAITI, AND SOUTH KOREA RECEIVE ASSISTANCE THANKS TO FUNDS DONATED FROM PERSONS IN THE US. THIS ASSISTANCE IS FOR PEOPLE WHO ARE LIVING IN POVERTY AND DESTITUTE SITUATIONS, AND PROVIDES BASIC LIVING NEEDS SO THEY CAN DEVELOP STABILITY IN THEIR LIVES. FUNDS RECEIVED IN THE OPERATION OF THIS PROGRAM ARE CONTRIBUTIONS AND AS SUCH ARE REPORTED ON PAGE 9, PART VII LINE 1F.
INFORMATION IN THIS RETURN IS DERIVED FROM THE RESULTS OF THE NATIONAL OFFICE OF BETHANY CHRISTIAN SERVICES. THE NATIONAL OFFICE SERVES THE ADMINISTRATIVE AND PROGRAM SUPPORT NEEDS OF APPROXIMATELY 110 SERVICE LOCATIONS IN 32 STATES. SERVICES PROVIDED FOR LOCATIONS THROUGHOUT THE US INCLUDE: ADMINISTRATION, HUMAN RESOURCES, FINANCE AND ACCOUNTING, INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY, STAFF DEVELOPMENT, MARKETING, DONOR ENGAGEMENT, AND QUALITY ASSURANCE. REVENUE REPORTED HERE IS THE COST OF THE NATIONAL OFFICE SERVICES THAT ARE ALLCOATED TO EACH BETHANY CHRISTIAN SERVICES BRANCH LOCATION. THE DIRECT SERVICE ACTIVITIES OF THE BRANCH OFFICES OF BETHANY CHRISTIAN SERVICES ARE REPORTED ON A SEPARATELY FILED IRS GROUP FORM 990. ACTIVITIES OF THE BRANCHES CONSIST OF A WIDE VARIETY OF SOCIAL SERVICE PROGRAMS THAT BENEFIT CHILDREN AND FAMILIES, INCLUDING: FOSTER CARE, REFUGEE AND IMMIGRANT SERVICES, DOMESTIC INFANT ADOPTION, INTERNATIONAL ADOPTION, OLDER CHILD ADOPTION, COUNSELING, FARMILY PRESERVATION, AND YOUTH SERVICES.
THE ORGANIZATION MAINTAINS A DONOR SUPPORTED ASSISTANCE FUND CALLED CARING CONNECTION, THE PURPOSE OF WHICH IS TO MAKE GRANTS TO ELIGIBLE FAMILIES WHO ADOPT CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL PLACEMENT NEEDS. THE ORGANIZATION HAS A COMMITTEE OF STAFF MEMBERS WHO REVIEW EACH APPLICATION FOR SUPPORT AND AWARD GRANTS BASED ON THE MERITS OF EACH APPLICATION AND THE AMOUNT OF FUNDS AVAILABLE TO BE DISBURSED. NOT ALL FAMILIES WHO APPLY RECEIVE ASSISTANCE. THE COMMITTEE MEETS REGULARLY THROUGHOUT THE YEAR TO REVIEW THE APPLICANTS ADOPTION STORY AND THE NEEDS OF THE CHILD THEY ARE ADOPTING.
SALES OF RESOURCE AND EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS ON TOPICS COVERING ADOPTION, FOSTER CARE AND CHILD WELFARE TO CHURCHES AND OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Christopher Palusky President/ceo | Officer | 45 | $249,350 |
Cheryl Jereczek Svp, Donor Engagement | Officer | 45 | $188,535 |
Scott Devries Chief Financial Officer | Officer | 45 | $150,752 |
Michael Bruxvoort Vp,information Technology | 45 | $134,983 | |
Nhung Hurst Svp, Legal Counsel | 45 | $133,218 | |
Moraima Ruiz Sr Dir Human Resources | 45 | $127,507 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Gdk Construction Company Construction | 12/30/21 | $1,619,039 |
Ukg Inc Payroll And Human Resources Services | 12/30/21 | $328,134 |
Warner Norcross & Judd Llp Legal | 12/30/21 | $267,328 |
Amplify Marketing Services Marketing | 12/30/21 | $184,000 |
Pinkston Public Relations Consulting | 12/30/21 | $176,500 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $0 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $2,923,261 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $1,638,896 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $2,923,261 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $17,765,486 |
| Investment income | $991,380 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | -$1,821 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $21,710,387 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $37,734 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $438,885 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $665,239 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $481,300 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $11,961,183 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $495,965 |
| Other employee benefits | $1,970,393 |
| Payroll taxes | $914,495 |
| Fees for services: Management | $1,175,968 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $148,685 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $66,000 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $60,500 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $138,008 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $79,953 |
| Fees for services: Other | $0 |
| Advertising and promotion | $480,705 |
| Office expenses | $708,507 |
| Information technology | $179,684 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $523,566 |
| Travel | $305,738 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $186,545 |
| Interest | $304,273 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $1,039,095 |
| Insurance | $202,431 |
| All other expenses | $433,530 |
| Total functional expenses | $22,801,978 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $3,941,233 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $3,000,000 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $375,000 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $874 |
| 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 | $1,636,666 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $18,704,687 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $39,575,302 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $1,184,609 |
| Total assets | $68,418,371 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $11,033,331 |
| 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 | $8,864,399 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $1,500,000 |
| Other liabilities | $1,361,825 |
| Total liabilities | $22,759,555 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $42,017,014 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $3,641,802 |
| 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 | $68,418,371 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 29 grants that Bethany Christian Services Inc has recieved totaling $32,642,331.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Lutheran Immigration And Refugee Service Baltimore, MD PURPOSE: CHILDREN SERVICES | $28,885,667 |
National Christian Charitable Foundation Inc Alpharetta, GA PURPOSE: POVERTY | $2,584,214 |
Douglas & Maria Devos Foundation Grand Rapids, MI PURPOSE: GENERAL OPERATING | $250,000 |
Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors Inc New York, NY PURPOSE: GENERAL | $250,000 |
Alliance For Life - Missouri Inc Lees Summit, MO PURPOSE: ATA CONTRACT PAYMENT | $123,400 |
Heart Of West Michigan United Way Grand Rapids, MI PURPOSE: ALLOCATION / DONOR DESIGNATION | $104,623 |
Endowment Analysis
| Beg. Balance | $22,168,076 |
| Earnings | $2,643,135 |
| Net Contributions | $1,169,671 |
| Grants | $1,208,193 |
| Ending Balance | $24,772,689 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Starfish Family Services Inc Inkster, MI | $15,933,160 | $46,429,457 |
Bethany Christian Services Inc Grand Rapids, MI | $68,418,371 | $21,710,387 |
Jewish Family Service West Bloomfield, MI | $22,562,152 | $20,219,121 |
Cap Services Inc Stevens Point, WI | $51,415,788 | $20,477,463 |
Family Services Of Northeast Wisconsin Inc Green Bay, WI | $20,431,269 | $18,504,506 |
Arbor Circle Corporation Grand Rapids, MI | $11,236,854 | $17,704,356 |
Oakland Family Services Pontiac, MI | $6,566,624 | $13,805,046 |
St Charles Youth And Family Services Inc Milwaukee, WI | $8,959,168 | $12,461,282 |
Sos Community Services Ypsilanti, MI | $4,698,915 | $12,205,840 |
Family & Children Services Inc Kalamazoo, MI | $32,880,645 | $13,121,460 |
Eagle Village Inc Hersey, MI | $8,675,172 | $9,597,805 |
Lutheran Child & Family Services Of Indiana Indianapolis, IN | $66,445,351 | $7,597,945 |