Dear Jack Foundation Inc is located in Littleton, CO. The organization was established in 2011. According to its NTEE Classification (G30) the organization is classified as: Cancer, under the broad grouping of Voluntary Health Associations & Medical Disciplines and related organizations. As of 12/2023, Dear Jack Foundation Inc employed 8 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Dear Jack Foundation Inc 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 12/2023, Dear Jack Foundation Inc generated $714.7k in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 9 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 14.0% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $853.7k during the year ending 12/2023. 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
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
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THE DEAR JACK FOUNDATION PROVIDES IMPACTFUL PROGRAMS BENEFITING ADOLESCENTS AND YOUNG ADULTS (AYA) DIAGNOSED WITH CANCER AND THEIR FAMILIES TO IMPROVE THEIR QUALITY OF LIFE FROM TREATMENT TO SURVIVORSHIP. THROUGH PROGRAMS AND STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIPS, DEAR JACK ADDRESSES THE PHYSICAL AND EMOTIONAL NEEDS OF AYA CANCER PATIENTS, SURVIVORS AND THEIR FAMILIES. ONE-ON-ONE PATIENT SUPPORT AND WELLNESS PROGRAMS ALLOW THE DEAR JACK FOUNDATION TO EMPOWER PATIENTS, SURVIVORS AND THEIR CAREGIVERS IN THEIR HEALING AND TO PROVIDE ASSURANCE THAT THEY ARE NOT ALONE IN THEIR CANCER JOURNEY.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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DEAR JACK'S LIFELIST PROGRAM FULFILLED OVER 300 WISHES FOR 100 PROGRAM PARTICIPANTS IN 2023. DEAR JACK'S COMMUNITY INITIATIVE HOSTED 12 GET-TOGETHERS FOR CANCER PATIENTS AND SURVIVORS AGES 18-39 TO PROVIDE COMMUNITY SUPPORT, MENTAL AND PHYSICAL HEALTH RESOURCES, AND A SAFE SPACE FOR CONNECTING AND EMPOWERING OUR PROGRAM PARTICIPANTS. DEAR JACK'S LETTERS WITH LOVE VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY INVOLVED OVER 700 VOLUNTEERS ACROSS THE COUNTRY TO WRITE NOTES OF SUPPORT AND ENCOURAGEMENT TO OUR PROGRAM PARTICIPANTS IN ACTIVE CANCER TREATMENT.
Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
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Ryan Pettengill Executive Di | OfficerTrustee | 40 | $12,500 |
Steve Mitzel Int Exec Dir | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $66,417 |
Andrew Mcmahon Board Member | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Darren Shames Board Member | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Elisa Chin Board Member | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Justin King Board Member | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Statement of Revenue | |
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Federated campaigns | $0 |
Membership dues | $0 |
Fundraising events | $106,249 |
Related organizations | $0 |
Government grants | $0 |
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $714,575 |
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $820,824 |
Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
Investment income | $15,929 |
Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
Royalties | $41 |
Net Rental Income | $0 |
Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
Net Income from Fundraising Events | -$122,118 |
Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
Total Revenue | $714,676 |
Statement of Expenses | |
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Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $10,000 |
Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $2,750 |
Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $78,917 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $78,917 |
Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
Other salaries and wages | $209,706 |
Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
Other employee benefits | $9,119 |
Payroll taxes | $25,210 |
Fees for services: Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
Fees for services: Accounting | $30,635 |
Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Other | $60,237 |
Advertising and promotion | $4,807 |
Office expenses | $8,019 |
Information technology | $17,212 |
Royalties | $0 |
Occupancy | $16,908 |
Travel | $28,601 |
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 | $0 |
Insurance | $4,945 |
All other expenses | $3,788 |
Total functional expenses | $853,749 |
Balance Sheet | |
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Cash—non-interest-bearing | $230,751 |
Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
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 | $5,120 |
Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $16,941 |
Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $0 |
Investments—publicly traded securities | $392,442 |
Investments—other securities | $0 |
Investments—program-related | $0 |
Intangible assets | $0 |
Other assets | $0 |
Total assets | $645,254 |
Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $27,123 |
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 | $27,123 |
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 | $618,131 |
Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $645,254 |
Over the last fiscal year, Dear Jack Foundation Inc has awarded $200,000 in support to 4 organizations.
Grant Recipient | Amount |
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MEMORIAL SLOAN KETTERING CANCER CENTER PURPOSE: SUPPORT FOR ADOLESCENTS AND YOUNG ADULTS WITH CANCER. | $160,000 |
FIRST DESCENTS PURPOSE: SUPPORT FOR CAMP EXPERIENCES FOR CHILDREN WITH SERIOUS HEALTH CHALLENGES. | $10,000 |
CANCER FOR COLLEGE PURPOSE: SUPPORT COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS. | $10,000 |
NYU WINTHROP HOSPITAL PURPOSE: SUPPORT FOR ADOLESCENTS AND YOUNG ADULTS WITH CANCER. | $20,000 |