Because I Said I Would
- Assets
- $1.1m
- Revenue
- $1.4m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 15
- Location
- Rocky River, OH
- Founding
- 06/2014
- Data as of
- 12/2021
- EIN
- 46-1262736
Organization Overview
Because I Said I Would is located in Rocky River, OH. The organization was established in 2014. According to its NTEE Classification (W99) the organization is classified as: Public & Societal Benefit N.E.C., under the broad grouping of Public & Societal Benefit and related organizations. As of 12/2021, Because I Said I Would employed 15 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Because I Said I Would 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, Because I Said I Would generated $1.4m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 7 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 7.5% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $928.3k 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:
Part 3 - Line 1
TO BETTER HUMANITY THROUGH PROMISES MADE AND KEPT.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
CHAPTER EDUCATION PROGRAMS FOCUS ON THE ETHICAL, INTELLECTUAL, SOCIAL AND EMOTIONAL DEVELOPMENT OF STUDENTS WHILE INSTILLING A SENSE OF CIVIC DUTY. WE PROVIDE STUDENTS WITH THE OPPORTUNITY TO BUILD THE SELF-CONTROL NEEDED TO FACE LIFE'S CHALLENGES. WITH A FOCUS ON CORE VALUES LIKE HONESTY, ACCOUNTABILITY AND COMPASSION, OUR AIM IS TO HELP BUILD STRONGER CITIZENS THROUGH PROMISES MADE AND KEPT. OUR CHAPTER EDUCATION PROGRAMS TAKE PLACE IN COMMUNITIES, SCHOOOLS, AND CORRECTIONAL FACILITIES AND INCLUDE: SCHOLLWIDE IMPACT PROGRAMS KICKED OFF WITH A MOTIVATIONAL ASSEMBLY, LESSON PLANS FOR EDUCATORS, AND WORKSHOPS FEATURING ANIMATED VIDEOS AND ENGAGING ACTIVITIES.
THE PROMISE TO VOLUNTEER. LESS THAN 25% OF ALL AMERICANS VOLUNTEER. FEW PROMISES ARE MORE IMPORTANT THAN TO SHOW UP. THIS PROGRAM CREATES PLANS FOR IMPACTFUL VOLUNTEER PROJECTS, STAFF SUPPORT TO CHAPTER VOLUNTEER PROJECTS, AND PROMISE BADGES THAT REWARD GOOD CITIZENSHIP AND PROMISES KEPT TO YOURSELF AND OTHERS.
AWARENESS CAMPAIGNS AND PUBLIC RESOURCES. SOCIETY NEEDS TO BE REMINDED THAT PROMISES STILL MATTER AND A HANDSHAKE STILL MEANS SOMETHING. OUR AWARENESS CAMPAIGNS REACH HUNDREDS OF THOUSANDS OF PEOPLE ANNUALLY THROUGH PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENTS THROUGH SOCIAL MEDIA, WORLDWIDE NEWSLETTERS THAT INCLUDE COMPELLING SUPPORTER PROMISE STORIES, SPEACHES AT CHARITIES, SCHOOLS, AND JUVENILE DETENTION CENTERS, AND LOCAL AND NATIONAL MEDIA COVERAGE.
ACCOUNTABILTY BEST PRACTICES. YOU ARE 46% MORE LIKELY TO FULFIL A PROMISE IF YOU SHARE IT WITH SOMEONE. WE PROVIDE PROMISE CARDS AND A FRAMEWORK FOR PLANNING YOUR PROMISES AND HOLDING YOURSELF ACCOUNTABLE. THIS FRAMEWORK INCLUDES PROMISE PLANNER WORKSHEETS, ACCOUNTABILITY PROGRAMS IN SCHOOLS, COMMUNITIES, AND CORRECTIONAL FACILITIES AND FREE PROMISE CARDS.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Alexander David Sheen President | Trustee | 40 | $61,157 |
Amanda Messer Co Founder | Trustee | 40 | $15,934 |
Kevin Matthews Board Member | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Nate Fletcher Secretary | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Mj Frumin Board Member | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Larry Dorfman Board Member | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $344,683 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $295,607 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $640,290 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $492 |
| 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 | $21,704 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $1,378,057 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $2,703 |
| 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 | $525,493 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $45,709 |
| Payroll taxes | $41,136 |
| Fees for services: Management | $57,312 |
| 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 | $2,500 |
| Advertising and promotion | $41,168 |
| Office expenses | $11,252 |
| Information technology | $32,113 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $30,791 |
| Travel | $22,885 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 |
| Interest | $6,380 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $5,728 |
| Insurance | $0 |
| All other expenses | $71,869 |
| Total functional expenses | $928,314 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $806,501 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $105,335 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $120,512 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $6,859 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $14,758 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $3,440 |
| Total assets | $1,057,405 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $19,260 |
| 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 | $150,000 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $205,922 |
| Total liabilities | $375,182 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $682,223 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $1,057,405 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Because I Said I Would has awarded $17,045 in support to 2 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
Indianapolis, IN PURPOSE: TO SUPPORT EXEMPT PURPOSE | $16,500 |
El Paso, TX PURPOSE: TO SUPPORT EXEMPT PURPOSE | $545 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 3 grants that Because I Said I Would has recieved totaling $18,895.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Schwab Charitable Fund San Francisco, CA PURPOSE: PUBLIC, SOCIETAL BENEFIT | $12,750 |
Beyond Reynosa Foundation Denver, CO PURPOSE: CHARITABLE | $6,000 |
Amazonsmile Foundation Seattle, WA PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $145 |
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|---|---|---|
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The Lebron James Family Foundation Akron, OH | $17,485,828 | $12,709,442 |
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Tate Monroe Water Assn Inc New Richmond, OH | $29,411,991 | $5,084,515 |
Progress Michigan Education Lansing, MI | $1,376,107 | $841,661 |
Onecommunity Cleveland, OH | $10,370,909 | $1,306 |
Delta Area Transit Authority Escanaba, MI | $1,938,922 | $2,269,524 |
Monroe County United Ministries Inc Bloomington, IN | $2,769,488 | $2,039,215 |
Municipal Risk Management Inc Sewickley, PA | $1,866,015 | $1,889,170 |
Circuit Clerks Trust For Life Inc Louisville, KY | $1,495,944 | $1,535,006 |
Conservative Mennonite Financial Lebanon, PA | $46,104,322 | $1,303,669 |
Central Ohio Public Market Authority Dublin, OH | $183,043 | $435,513 |