The Rainbow Connection is located in Rochester, MI. The organization was established in 1985. According to its NTEE Classification (E86) the organization is classified as: Patient & Family Support, under the broad grouping of Health Care and related organizations. As of 12/2021, Rainbow Connection employed 15 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Rainbow Connection 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, Rainbow Connection generated $3.7m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 7 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 9.0% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $2.8m during the year ending 12/2021. While expenses have increased by 2.9% 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:
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THE RAINBOW CONNECTION MAKES DREAMS COME TRUE FOR MICHIGAN CHILDREN WITH LIFE THREATENING MEDICAL CONDITIONS AND PROVIDES SUPPORT SERVICES TO THE FAMILIES.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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THE RAINBOW CONNECTION IS A UNIQUE AND COMPASSIONATE WISH GRANTING ORGANIZATION FOCUSING ON MAKING DREAMS COME TRUE FOR FAMILIES BATTLING A LIFE THREATENING MEDICAL CONDITION. GRANTING WISHES IS A WAY OF PROVIDING FAMILIES THE OPPORTUNITY TO SHARE A POSITIVE EXPERIENCE TOGETHER, MAKING LASTING MEMORIES ALONG THE WAY AND PROVIDING HOPE OF A BRIGHTER FUTURE.
THE RAINBOW CONNECTION SPECIAL RESPONSE PROGRAM REFERS FAMILIES, STRUGGLING WITH FINANCIAL HARDSHIPS, TO APPROPRIATE AGENCIES FOR ASSISTANCE.
THE RAINBOW CONNECTION ENHANCEMENT PROGRAM PROVIDES NEEDED DISTRACTIONS FOR THESE SPECIAL CHILDREN LIKE HAPPY PACKS DURING HOSPITAL STAYS, COMPLIMENTARY SPORTING/ENTERTAINMENT TICKETS, AS WELL AS A SUMMER PICNIC AND HOLIDAY PARTY.
SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM - $1,000 SCHOLARSHIPS EACH YEAR FOR WISH CHILDREN TAKING COLLEGE CLASSES.
Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
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George Miller Thru 123121 Executive Director | Officer | 50 | $121,521 |
Ingrid Todt Executive Director | Officer | 50 | $88,300 |
Dan Flynn 2nd V.P. And Treas. | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
David Anderson Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Kevin Schnieders Vice President | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Rebecca Neuman President | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Statement of Revenue | |
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Federated campaigns | $0 |
Membership dues | $0 |
Fundraising events | $1,067,644 |
Related organizations | $0 |
Government grants | $231,000 |
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $2,213,945 |
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $1,252,636 |
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $3,512,589 |
Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
Investment income | $132,447 |
Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
Royalties | $0 |
Net Rental Income | $0 |
Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | -$992 |
Net Income from Fundraising Events | $48,241 |
Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
Total Revenue | $3,692,285 |
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. | $703,646 |
Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $217,741 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $18,262 |
Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
Other salaries and wages | $337,195 |
Pension plan accruals and contributions | $9,291 |
Other employee benefits | $8,361 |
Payroll taxes | $41,794 |
Fees for services: Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
Fees for services: Accounting | $11,000 |
Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Other | $4,050 |
Advertising and promotion | $26,040 |
Office expenses | $43,351 |
Information technology | $0 |
Royalties | $0 |
Occupancy | $6,124 |
Travel | $6,792 |
Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 |
Interest | $0 |
Payments to affiliates | $0 |
Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $45,553 |
Insurance | $6,794 |
All other expenses | $13,509 |
Total functional expenses | $2,824,992 |
Balance Sheet | |
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Cash—non-interest-bearing | $1,661,774 |
Savings and temporary cash investments | $126,826 |
Pledges and grants receivable | $66,500 |
Accounts receivable, net | $1,446 |
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 | $0 |
Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $503,624 |
Investments—publicly traded securities | $2,188,527 |
Investments—other securities | $0 |
Investments—program-related | $0 |
Intangible assets | $0 |
Other assets | $26,500 |
Total assets | $4,575,197 |
Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $24,443 |
Grants payable | $0 |
Deferred revenue | $6,300 |
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 | $30,743 |
Net assets without donor restrictions | $4,490,426 |
Net assets with donor restrictions | $54,028 |
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 | $4,575,197 |
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 2 grants that The Rainbow Connection has recieved totaling $13,000.
Awarding Organization | Amount |
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Kukacares Sterling Heights, MI | | $11,000 |
Organization Name not Listed PURPOSE: CHARITABLE | | $2,000 |
Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
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Make-A-Wish Foundation Of Ohio Kentucky And Indiana Inc Columbus, OH | $15,872,839 | $13,599,516 |
Make-A-Wish Foundation Of Michigan Brighton, MI | $10,107,725 | $9,980,417 |
Ronald Mcdonald House Charities Of Northeast Ohio Inc Cleveland, OH | $36,230,740 | $6,843,245 |
Make-A-Wish Foundation Of Wisconsin Inc Wauwatosa, WI | $20,875,834 | $8,322,945 |
Ronald Mcdonald House Charities Inc Youngstown, OH | $0 | $1,738,198 |
Ronald Mcdonald House Charities Of Central Ohio Inc Columbus, OH | $58,634,339 | $11,417,646 |
Ronald Mcdonald House Charities Of Eastern Wisconsin Inc Wauwatosa, WI | $44,058,995 | $8,974,077 |
The Rainbow Connection Rochester, MI | $4,575,197 | $3,692,285 |
Wellness Plan Medical Centers Foundation Detroit, MI | $21,645,852 | $1,827,669 |
Ronald Mcdonald House Charities Of Central Indiana Inc Indianapolis, IN | $15,485,004 | $4,081,551 |
Riley Cheer Guild Inc Indianapolis, IN | $2,832,608 | $2,416,808 |
Ronald Mcdonald House Charities Of Northwest Ohio Inc Toledo, OH | $11,226,275 | $1,341,682 |