Providence Student Union
- Assets
- $389.0k
- Revenue
- $435.4k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 20
- Location
- Providence, RI
- Founding
- 05/2016
- Data as of
- 06/2023
- EIN
- 45-5052229
Organization Overview
Providence Student Union is located in Providence, RI. The organization was established in 2016. According to its NTEE Classification (B80) the organization is classified as: Student Services, under the broad grouping of Education and related organizations. As of 06/2023, Providence Student Union employed 20 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Providence Student Union 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 06/2023, Providence Student Union generated $435.4k in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 7 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 10.2% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $406.7k during the year ending 06/2023. While expenses have increased by 11.8% 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
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
PROVIDENCE STUDENT UNION BUILDS STUDENT POWER TO IMPROVE OUR EDUCATION AND WELL-BEING. WE ENVISION A TRUE UNION FOR STUDENTS" THAT INCREASES YOUNG PEOPLE'S COLLECTIVE POWER AND ENSURES OUR FRUSTRATIONS, DEMANDS, AND DREAMS ARE HEARD. AT PSU, YOUNG PEOPLE GROW AS LEADERS, ORGANIZERS, AND ADVOCATES FOR JUSTICE IN ALL FORMS, TODAY AND THROUGHOUT THEIR LIVES.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
YOUTH ORGANIZING & LEADERSHIP PROGRAM: DURING THE 2022-23 SCHOOL YEAR, WE ADVANCED GRASSROOTS, YOUTH-LED CAMPAIGNS AND CONDUCTED YOUTH LEADERSHIP PROGRAMMING. WE ADVANCED THE COUNSELORS NOT COPS (CNC) CAMPAIGN IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE PROVIDENCE ALLIANCE FOR STUDENT SAFETY (PASS) THROUGH A WELL-ATTENDED CNC 101 WORKSHOP, A NEW CNC BILLBOARD CAMPAIGN, THE PASS WEBSITE LAUNCH, RESTORATIVE JUSTICE AND PEER ADVOCATE TRAINING PROGRAMS, COLLABORATIVE RESEARCH PROJECTS, YOUTH TESTIMONIES AND PUBLIC STATEMENTS, AND NUMEROUS PANELS AND PUBLIC EVENTS. WE ADVANCED THE STUDENT BILL OF RIGHTS (SBOR) CAMPAIGN THROUGH A YOUTH-LED KNOW YOUR RIGHTS CONFERENCE AS WELL AS NUMEROUS EDUCATIONAL WORKSHOPS AND ACTIONS THAT PUSHED FOR STUDENTS' RIGHTS. AS PART OF INTERNATIONAL DENIM DAY IN APRIL, PSU HELD A WEEK OF ACTION IN SOLIDARITY WITH SURVIVORS OF SEXUAL ASSAULT, CULMINATING IN A WALKOUT AND RALLY AT THE STATE HOUSE. IN ADDITION TO SPECIFIC CAMPAIGN ACTIONS, WE HOSTED A WIDE VARIETY OF STUDENT EVENTS AND WORKSHOPS, SUCH AS THE BACK TO SCHOOL BASH, CHAPTER LAUNCH PARTY, BLACK LIVES MATTER IN SCHOOL WEEK, VARIOUS ART BUILDS, AND MANY OTHERS. PROVIDING VARIOUS ON-RAMPS TO LEADERSHIP ROLES, WE CONTINUED DEVELOPING OUR YOUTH-LED TASK FORCES AND SCHOOL CHAPTERS AT CLASSICAL HIGH SCHOOL AND THE MET. WE ALSO DEVELOPED A YOUTH-LED STRATEGIC PLAN AND HELD LEADERSHIP TEAM AND BOARD/STAFF RETREATS.
WELL-BEING AID (WBA) PROGRAM: THE WBA PROGRAM CONNECTS PROVIDENCE PUBLIC HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS WITH EMERGENCY FUNDS AND RESOURCES TO ADDRESS THEIR URGENT NEEDS, SUCH AS PAYING FAMILY UTILITY BILLS OR RENT, PURCHASING GROCERIES, OR OBTAINING A LAPTOP FOR SCHOOL. STUDENTS SUBMIT CONFIDENTIAL ONLINE APPLICATIONS FOR SUPPORT, AND THEN THE YOUTH-LED TASK FORCE REVIEWS THE APPLICATIONS AND DETERMINES WHICH REQUESTS CAN BE ACCOMMODATED. LAST SCHOOL YEAR, PSU RECEIVED 62 REQUESTS FOR SUPPORT AND GRANTED $13,350 IN FINANCIAL AND IN-KIND SUPPORT TO 29 RECIPIENTS.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Jaya Sarkar Chair | OfficerTrustee | 5 | $0 |
Rachel Bishop Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Jack Rusley Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Mahasan Chaney Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Tashal Brown Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Perri Leviss Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $2,000 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $421,649 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $423,649 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $4,760 |
| Investment income | $0 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $6,962 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $435,371 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $5,140 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $13,350 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $60,650 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $14,957 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $174,475 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $5,298 |
| Other employee benefits | $5,120 |
| Payroll taxes | $23,711 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $7,424 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $4,778 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $2,753 |
| Advertising and promotion | $9,134 |
| Office expenses | $10,397 |
| Information technology | $8,034 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $37,139 |
| Travel | $2,711 |
| 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 | $3,240 |
| All other expenses | $59 |
| Total functional expenses | $406,738 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $388,985 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $0 |
| 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 | $388,985 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $6,209 |
| 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 | $6,209 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $365,932 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $16,844 |
| 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 | $388,985 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Providence Student Union has awarded $5,140 in support to 2 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
YOUNG VOICES PURPOSE: Youth stipends for restorative justice program | $2,610 |
ARISE PURPOSE: Youth stipends for restorative justice program | $2,530 |