Amaze is located in Saint Paul, MN. The organization was established in 2000. According to its NTEE Classification (B94) the organization is classified as: Parent & Teacher Groups, under the broad grouping of Education and related organizations. As of 12/2021, Amaze employed 7 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Amaze 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, Amaze generated $875.4k in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 7 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 10.8% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $748.7k during the year ending 12/2021. While expenses have increased by 7.8% 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 MISSION OF AMAZEWORKS IS TO CHAMPION EQUITY AND BELONGING FOR ALL. WE ENVISION A WORLD IN WHICH EVERY PERSON CAN REACH THEIR FULL POTENTIAL BECAUSE THEY ARE SEEN, HEARD, AND VALUED FOR ALL OF WHO THEY ARE. CONTINUED ON SCHEDULE O, LINE 06.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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AMAZEWORKS PROVIDES ANTI-BIAS EDUCATION PROGRAMS AND RESOURCES TO ADDRESS THESE CORE ISSUES. OUR LITERATURE-BASED ELEMENTARY CURRICULUM, PERSONA DOLL PROGRAM, AND VIDEO-BASED MIDDLE SCHOOL CURRICULUM ENGAGE STUDENTS IN REGULAR, INTENTIONAL CONVERSATIONS ON IDENTITY, DIFFERENCE, AND BIAS. AS THEY SHARE STORIES, LISTEN TO NEW PERSPECTIVES, AND ENGAGE IN ANTI-BIAS DISCUSSIONS, STUDENTS BUILD EMPATHY, PRACTICE SOCIAL-EMOTIONAL SKILLS, AND LEARN TO RESPOND APPROPRIATELY TO BIAS. OUR CLASSROOM DYNAMICS PROGRAM PROVIDES TEACHERS WITH STRATEGIES AND TOOLS TO CREATE MORE CONNECTED CLASSROOMS.
IN RECENT YEARS, AMAZEWORKS HAS SEEN A SIGNIFICANT INCREASE IN OUR ANTI-BIAS, EQUITY SERVICES TO NONPROFITS, FOR-PROFITS, MUNICIPALITIES, AND GOVERNMENT AGENCIES ACROSS THE STATE. THESE ORGANIZATIONS TYPICALLY HAVE MAJORITY WHITE STAFF AND LEADERSHIP AND OFTEN SERVE RACIALLY OR CULTURALLY DIVERSE POPULATIONS. THROUGH OUR DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION, AND BELONGING TRAINING AND CONSULTING SERVICES, WE HELP THEM CREATE MORE INCLUSIVE WORKPLACE CULTURES, POLICIES, AND PRACTICES THAT CENTER EQUITY AND BELONGING FOR ALL OF THEIR STAKEHOLDERS.
Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
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Rebecca Slaby Executive Director | Officer | 40 | $80,639 |
Shilad Sen Board Member | Trustee | 5 | $0 |
Carrie Carroll Secretary | Trustee | 5 | $0 |
Jenny Jendro Board Member | Trustee | 5 | $0 |
Tina Alvir-Romero Board Member | Trustee | 5 | $0 |
Yelena Bailey Board Member | Trustee | 5 | $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 | $292,920 |
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $292,920 |
Total Program Service Revenue | $581,266 |
Investment income | $1,224 |
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 | $875,410 |
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. | $80,639 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $24,192 |
Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
Other salaries and wages | $307,452 |
Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
Other employee benefits | $36,839 |
Payroll taxes | $31,392 |
Fees for services: Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
Fees for services: Accounting | $1,220 |
Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Other | $74,548 |
Advertising and promotion | $0 |
Office expenses | $9,007 |
Information technology | $4,744 |
Royalties | $0 |
Occupancy | $24,589 |
Travel | $0 |
Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $3,251 |
Interest | $0 |
Payments to affiliates | $0 |
Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $0 |
Insurance | $1,562 |
All other expenses | $0 |
Total functional expenses | $748,670 |
Balance Sheet | |
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Cash—non-interest-bearing | $369,600 |
Savings and temporary cash investments | $395 |
Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
Accounts receivable, net | $65,875 |
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 | $4,403 |
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 | $440,273 |
Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $25,402 |
Grants payable | $0 |
Deferred revenue | $9,994 |
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 | $35,396 |
Net assets without donor restrictions | $394,877 |
Net assets with donor restrictions | $10,000 |
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 | $440,273 |
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 3 grants that Amaze has recieved totaling $27,359.
Awarding Organization | Amount |
---|---|
Paypal Charitable Giving Fund Washington, DC PURPOSE: General Support | $12,693 |
Headwaters Foundation For Justice Minneapolis, MN PURPOSE: GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | $8,000 |
Mightycause Charitable Foundation Marianna, FL PURPOSE: UNRESTRICTED | $6,666 |
Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
---|---|---|
Amaze Saint Paul, MN | $440,273 | $875,410 |
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Tiger Fan Club Farmington, MN | $585,844 | $422,920 |
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Faith Hope And Love Global Ministries Minneapolis, MN | $298,058 | $293,794 |
Midvale Lincoln Parent Teacher Organization Inc Madison, WI | $174,864 | $372,510 |
East Ridge Parent & Staff Organization Nonprofit Saint Paul, MN | $353,198 | $233,363 |
West Marshall Community Schools Association State Center, IA | $231,488 | $232,386 |
Racine Coop Nursery School Racine, WI | $160,084 | $0 |
Titan Booster Club Inc Montgomery, MN | $166,060 | $254,021 |
Hudson Blue Line Club Inc Hudson, WI | $80,542 | $0 |
Inver Grove Heights B E S T Foundation Inver Grove Heights, MN | $1,805,647 | $127,085 |