Childrens Literacy Network is located in Ann Arbor, MI. The organization was established in 1992. According to its NTEE Classification (P58) the organization is classified as: Gift Distribution, under the broad grouping of Human Services and related organizations. As of 12/2021, Childrens Literacy Network employed 6 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Childrens Literacy Network 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, Childrens Literacy Network generated $335.1k in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 7 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 16.5% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $170.5k during the year ending 12/2021. While expenses have increased by 9.9% 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:
Part 3 - Line 1
GROWING READERS FOR LIFE TO DESIGN IMPLEMENT LITERACY BASED PROGRAMS TO PROVIDE EQUITABLE OPPORTUNITIES FOR CHILDREN
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
BOOKPALS: IS BUILT ON THE WELL-KNOWN CONCEPT OF PEN PALS AND TARGETS STUDENTS READING, WRITING, AND LISTENING SKILLS. THE OVERARCHING GOALS ARE TO INCREASE CHILDREN'S READING AND LANGUAGE SKILLS AND MOTIVATION TO READ WHILE BUILDING BRIDGES BETWEEN STUDENTS WHO COME FROM VERY DIFFERENT SOCIOECONOMIC COMMUNITIES. DATA COLLECTED IN 2021 FOR BOOKPALS SHOWS OUTSTANDING POSITIVE RESULTS IN ENGAGEMENT, READING SKILLS PROGRESS, AND MOTIVATION.
FLIP: FAMILY LITERACY INTERACTIVE PROGRAM NIGHTS ARE PRODUCED IN PARTNERSHIP WITH JUNIOR LEAGUE OF ANN ARBOR. THESE NIGHTS ARE BASED ON NELL DUKE'S FAMILY LITERACY MODEL AND ARE CONDUCTED IN LOW-RESOURCE ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS AND HEAD START PRESCHOOLS. BECAUSE WE WERE UNABLE TO RUN FLIP IN PERSON WITH LIMITED INDOOR ACCESS FOR LARGE CROWDS, DUE TO COVID RESTRICTIONS, FLIP NIGHTS WERE CONDUCTED VIRTUALLY IN 2021.
LITERACY PACK PROJECT WAS DESIGNED AND IMPLEMENTED TO PROVIDE URGENT LITERACY SUPPORT FOR CHILDREN AFFECTED BY CONTINUED CLOSURES DUE TO THE PANDEMIC. THIS INITITIATIVE CONTINUED THROUGHOUT 2021, WITH OVER 1291 PACKS DISTRIBUTED TO FAMILIES TO DATE.
Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
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Ryan Hutchinson Vice President | Officer | 2 | $0 |
Tammy Wakevainen Treasurer | Officer | 2 | $0 |
Chrissy Barua Secretary | Officer | 2 | $0 |
Natalie D'aubermont Thompson President | Officer | 3 | $0 |
Sharon Moore Member | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
James Osborne Member | Trustee | 1 | $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 | $314,869 |
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $8,420 |
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $314,869 |
Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
Investment income | $88 |
Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
Royalties | $0 |
Net Rental Income | $0 |
Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
Net Income from Fundraising Events | $20,188 |
Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
Total Revenue | $335,145 |
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 | $96,185 |
Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
Other employee benefits | $0 |
Payroll taxes | $7,905 |
Fees for services: Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
Fees for services: Accounting | $5,170 |
Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Other | $500 |
Advertising and promotion | $2,051 |
Office expenses | $16,662 |
Information technology | $0 |
Royalties | $0 |
Occupancy | $8,250 |
Travel | $0 |
Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $45 |
Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 |
Interest | $104 |
Payments to affiliates | $0 |
Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $2,658 |
Insurance | $1,594 |
All other expenses | $29,370 |
Total functional expenses | $170,494 |
Balance Sheet | |
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Cash—non-interest-bearing | $164,621 |
Savings and temporary cash investments | $162,565 |
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 | $0 |
Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $580 |
Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $0 |
Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
Investments—other securities | $0 |
Investments—program-related | $0 |
Intangible assets | $0 |
Other assets | $0 |
Total assets | $327,766 |
Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $9,538 |
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 | $9,538 |
Net assets without donor restrictions | $0 |
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 | $318,228 |
Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $327,766 |
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 10 grants that Childrens Literacy Network has recieved totaling $117,750.
Awarding Organization | Amount |
---|---|
Martin Family Foundation Ann Arbor, MI PURPOSE: EDUCATIONAL | $25,000 |
Duffy Foundation Ann Arbor, MI PURPOSE: USE CONSISTENT W/501(C)(3) STATUS | $15,000 |
Mullick Foundation Saline, MI PURPOSE: PUBLIC EDUCATION AND INFORMATION. | $15,000 |
Thrift Shop Association Of Ann Arbor Ann Arbor, MI PURPOSE: Emergency Aid | $14,750 |
Network For Good Inc Washington, DC PURPOSE: UNRESTRICTED | $14,150 |
Speckhard-Knight Charitable Foundation Ann Arbor, MI PURPOSE: GENERAL OPERATIONS | $12,500 |
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