Youth For Christ Usa Inc, operating under the name West Michigan Youth for Christ, is located in Grand Rapids, MI. The organization was established in 1972. According to its NTEE Classification (O55) the organization is classified as: Youth Development - Religious Leadership, under the broad grouping of Youth Development and related organizations. As of 06/2024, West Michigan Youth for Christ employed 30 individuals. This organization is a subordinate organization within an affiliated group for tax-exemption purposes. West Michigan Youth for Christ 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 06/2024, West Michigan Youth for Christ generated $2.1m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 5 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 7.6% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $2.0m during the year ending 06/2024. While expenses have increased by 6.5% per year over the past 5 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
2024
Describe the Organization's Mission:
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WEST MICHIGAN YOUTH FOR CHRIST SEEKS TO REACH YOUNG PEOPLE EVERYWHERE, WORKING WITH THE LOCAL CHURCH AND LIKE-MINDED PARTNERS TO RAISE UP FOLLOWERS OF JESUS WHO LEAD BY GODLY LIFESTYLE, DEVOTION TO THE BIBLE AND PRAYER, PASSION FOR SHARING CHRISTS LOVE AND SOCIAL INVOLVEMENT.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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WMYFC HAS A GOAL TO REACH YOUNG PEOPLE EVERYWHERE TO RAISE UP LIFELONG FOLLOWERS OF JESUS CHRIST. TO ACCOMPLISH THIS PURPOSE THEY ARE ACTIVE IN AREA HIGH SCHOOLS AND MIDDLE SCHOOLS WITH HUNDREDS OF VOLUNTEERS TO MAKE AN IMPACT ON A STUDENTS LIFE WITH THE LOVE OF JESUS. VOLUNTEERS ACCOMPLISH THIS THROUGH INTENTIONAL CONTACT WITH STUDENTS BY WEEKLY MEETINGS, WEEKEND EVENTS, SERVICE PROJECTS AND SUMMER CAMP. WMYFC ALSO REACHES OUT TO KIDS IN THE JUVENILE JUSTICE SYSTEM WITH MENTORING RELATIONSHIPS. FREQUENT CONNECTIONS, ONE-TO-ONE CONTACTS, A BALANCED PROGRAM OF BIBLE STUDY, SMALL GROUP AND TEACHINGS SEEK TO PROVIDE THE PHYSICAL, EMOTIONAL AND SPIRITUAL NEEDS OF THESE YOUNG PEOPLE, WITH THE HOPE THAT THESE STRUCTURES WILL SUSTAIN THE TEENS TO SUCCESSFULLY ENTER THEIR COMMUNITY AND CHURCHES.
Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
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Daniel Kregel Executive Director | Officer | 40 | $78,357 |
Matt Bell Trustee | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Jim Bruinsma Trustee | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Peter Smit Trustee | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Shayne Underwood Trustee | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Sarah Flick Trustee | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Statement of Revenue | |
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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 | $2,031,714 |
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $1,058 |
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $2,031,714 |
Total Program Service Revenue | $16,273 |
Investment income | $68,973 |
Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
Royalties | $0 |
Net Rental Income | $8,760 |
Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $4,900 |
Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
Total Revenue | $2,130,620 |
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. | $158,017 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $52,146 |
Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
Other salaries and wages | $1,013,856 |
Pension plan accruals and contributions | $19,931 |
Other employee benefits | $175,921 |
Payroll taxes | $54,420 |
Fees for services: Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
Fees for services: Accounting | $13,015 |
Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
Fees for services: Investment Management | $455 |
Fees for services: Other | $38,211 |
Advertising and promotion | $72,817 |
Office expenses | $60,515 |
Information technology | $12,467 |
Royalties | $0 |
Occupancy | $55,607 |
Travel | $36,235 |
Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $33,315 |
Interest | $0 |
Payments to affiliates | $0 |
Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $11,407 |
Insurance | $24,877 |
All other expenses | $212,402 |
Total functional expenses | $1,993,468 |
Balance Sheet | |
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Cash—non-interest-bearing | $760 |
Savings and temporary cash investments | $1,727,324 |
Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
Accounts receivable, net | $72,266 |
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 | $9,185 |
Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $63,816 |
Investments—publicly traded securities | $50,217 |
Investments—other securities | $0 |
Investments—program-related | $0 |
Intangible assets | $0 |
Other assets | $0 |
Total assets | $1,923,568 |
Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $37,987 |
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 | $25,712 |
Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
Other liabilities | $0 |
Total liabilities | $63,699 |
Net assets without donor restrictions | $1,095,866 |
Net assets with donor restrictions | $764,003 |
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 | $1,923,568 |