Strong Tower Ranch
- Assets
- $352.5k
- Revenue
- $211.7k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 8
- Location
- Wright City, MO
- Founding
- 05/1995
- Data as of
- 12/2022
- EIN
- 43-1666053
Organization Overview
Strong Tower Ranch, operating under the name ', is located in Wright City, MO. The organization was established in 1995. According to its NTEE Classification (X21) the organization is classified as: Protestant, under the broad grouping of Religion-Related and related organizations. As of 12/2022, ' employed 8 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. ' 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 12/2022, ' generated $211.7k in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 7 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 7.8% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $234.6k during the year ending 12/2022. While expenses have increased by 11.6% 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
2022
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
TO ORGANIZE, CONDUCT AND MAINTAIN A RANCH FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF CHARACTER AND TO IMPROVE THE SPIRITUAL, MENTAL, VOCATIONAL, RECREATIONAL, SOCIAL AND PHYSICAL CONDITION OF BOYS AND GIRLS.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
STRONG TOWER RANCH PROVIDES FREE YEAR-AROUND HORSE PROGRAMS AND SUMMER DAY CAMPS FOR CHILDREN WHO HAVE CHALLENGING LIFE CIRCUMSTANCES. STRONG TOWER RANCH ALSO PROVIDES DAY CAMP PROGRAMS TO PAID CAMPERS. TOGETHER THEY SERVED 289 CHILDREN IN 2022. THE DAY CAMPS MISSION IS TO PROVIDE A HIGH QUALITY, CHRIST-CENTERED DAY CAMP EXPERIENCE FOR CHILDREN AND YOUTH AGED 8-14. THEY STRIVE TO HAVE ACTIVITIES THAT ARE BOTH ENTERTAINING AND CHARACTER BUILDING. ACTIVITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO SWIMMING, BOATING, HORSEBACK RIDING, GAMES, CREATION CLASSES, SINGING, BIBLE LESSONS, CRAFTS, ARCHERY, OUTDOOR COOKING, OBSTABLE COURSE, HAY RIDES, HIKING AND FISHING. THE HORSEMANSHIP CAMPS GIVE THE SOLID FOUNDATION IT TAKES TO BE A SKILLED, SAFE RIDER, WHILE BUILDING A RELATIONSHIP OF TRUST AND RESPECT WITH THE HORSE. THOSE SAME ATTRIBUTES ARE CARRIED OVER IN THE DAILY DEVOTIONAL AS THEY LEARN MORE ABOUT HOW THEY CAN STRENGTHEN THEIR RELATIONSHIP WITH JESUS. CAMP TIMES ARE FROM 9AM-4PM MONDAY THROUGH THURSDAY AND 9AM-5PM ON FRIDAY DURING THE SUMMER.
CAMP FACILITIES ARE AVAILABLE ALL YEAR FOR RENTAL BY CHURCHES BAPTISM, FALL FESTIVAL, PICNIC, SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASSES, SCOUTING PROGRAMS, FAMILY REUNIONS, BIRTHDAY PARTIES, GRADUATION PARTIES, WEDDING RECEPTIONS, ETC. THE WILDERNESS CABIN IS AVAILABLE FOR FAMILIES AND GROUPS TO RENT FOR RETREATS AND OTHER ACTIVITIES. SEVERAL MISSION GROUPS ALSO STAYED THERE WHILE SERVING DURING DAY CAMP WEEKS. THE RANCH CONTINUES TO SERVE GIRL SCOUTS, BOY SCOUTS AND OTHER GROUPS WITH QUALITY HORSE DEMONSTRATION AND TRAIL RIDES.
THE RANCH HAS A WORKER TO CAMPER RATIO BETWEEN 12 AND 13 EACH CAMP WEEK. THERE IS A LIFEGUARD SUPERVISING WATER ACTIVITIES AND A FULL TIME NURSE ON THE RANCH PROPERTY DURING CAMP HOURS. ALL STAFF GOES THROUGH TRAINING WHICH INCLUDES CHILD PROTECTION POLICIES. BACKGROUND CHECKS ARE DONE ON STAFF MEMBERS AGED 18 AND UP. WE TRAINED APPROXIMATELY 260 ADULTS AND TEENS IN CHRISTIAN LEADERSHIP AND EVANGELISM.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Mark Brooks Chairman | Officer | 5 | $0 |
Jeremy Blaine Vice Chairman | Officer | 5 | $0 |
Cheryl Smith Secretary | Officer | 5 | $0 |
Pam Regensburger Treasurer | Officer | 5 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $8,695 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $15,490 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $105,855 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $130,040 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $78,341 |
| Investment income | $24 |
| 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 | $211,726 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| 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 | $73,103 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $0 |
| Payroll taxes | $5,592 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $0 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $400 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $11,380 |
| Advertising and promotion | $520 |
| Office expenses | $8,476 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $16,909 |
| Travel | $0 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 |
| Interest | $15,705 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $23,171 |
| Insurance | $15,984 |
| All other expenses | $17,830 |
| Total functional expenses | $234,601 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $56,039 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $14,990 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $978 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $280,467 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $352,474 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $3,802 |
| 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 | $256,052 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $0 |
| Total liabilities | $259,854 |
| 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 | $92,620 |
| Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $352,474 |