Ican Dream Center Nfp is located in Tinley Park, IL. The organization was established in 2014. According to its NTEE Classification (A01) the organization is classified as: Alliances & Advocacy, under the broad grouping of Arts, Culture & Humanities and related organizations. As of 12/2023, Ican Dream Center Nfp employed 67 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Ican Dream Center Nfp 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, Ican Dream Center Nfp generated $4.1m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 9 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 39.8% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $4.1m during the year ending 12/2023. While expenses have increased by 43.5% per year over the past 9 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:
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ICAN DREAM CENTER FUELS DREAMS BY EMPOWERING YOUTH WITH SPECIAL NEEDS, AND THEIR FAMILIES, WITH THE SKILLS TO THRIVE.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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DREAM CATCHERS TRANSITION PROGRAM - AN ILLINOIS STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION (ISBE) APPROVED TRANSITION PROGRAM THAT PROVIDES STUDENTS AGED 17-21 WITH A SUPPORTED, MEANINGFUL, AND SUCCESSFUL TRANSITION INTO ADULTHOOD. IN ADDITION TO REINFORCING THE TRADITIONAL ACADEMIC HIGH SCHOOL CURRICULUM, THE PROGRAM TEACHES STUDENTS HOW TO APPLY THEIR KNOWLEDGE AND DEVELOP THE CRITICAL SKILLS NEEDED TO TRANSITION INTO A FULFILLING LIFE AFTER HIGH SCHOOL. STUDENTS GAIN COMPENSATED WORK EXPERIENCE, EARN CREDITS TOWARD GRADUATION (IF NEEDED), AND PARTICIPATE IN VARIOUS COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES.
LITTLE DREAMERS ACADEMY WAS DEVELOPED IN RESPONSE TO THE NEED FOR COMPREHENSIVE SPECIAL EDUCATION AND THERAPEUTIC SUPPORTS FOR STUDENTS FOR CHILDREN AGES 3-7 YEARS OLD. THE DEMAND FOR QUALITY THERAPEUTIC DAY PROGRAMS FOR YOUNG LEARNERS WITH INTENSE NEEDS IS PRONOUNCED AND INCREASING. THIS ISBE-APPROVED PROGRAM FILLS THE GAP PROVIDING IN AN ENVIRONMENT THAT SUPPORTS INDIVIDUAL STRENGTHS AND LEARNING STYLES. WE UTILIZE EMPIRICALLY-BASED METHODOLOGY, TO CREATE LIFE-LONG LEARNERS EMPHASIZING CONTINUITY BETWEEN THE STUDENTS HOME AND LEARNING ENVIRONMENT.
Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
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Dr Evisha Ford Executive Director/president | OfficerTrustee | 25 | $191,000 |
Neesha Stringfellow Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Dr Stephanie Spicer Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Brandon Mells Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Pastor Jerry Mcquay Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Troy Oquin Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Statement of Revenue | |
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Federated campaigns | $0 |
Membership dues | $0 |
Fundraising events | $0 |
Related organizations | $0 |
Government grants | $393,953 |
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $0 |
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $393,953 |
Total Program Service Revenue | $3,702,679 |
Investment income | $44 |
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 | $4,104,810 |
Statement of Expenses | |
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Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $282,004 |
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. | $191,000 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
Other salaries and wages | $1,984,071 |
Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
Other employee benefits | $362,335 |
Payroll taxes | $153,999 |
Fees for services: Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Legal | $3,897 |
Fees for services: Accounting | $87,111 |
Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Other | $323,768 |
Advertising and promotion | $0 |
Office expenses | $16,382 |
Information technology | $20,395 |
Royalties | $0 |
Occupancy | $341,483 |
Travel | $65,195 |
Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $76,262 |
Interest | $4,350 |
Payments to affiliates | $0 |
Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $21,366 |
Insurance | $0 |
All other expenses | $73,379 |
Total functional expenses | $4,125,450 |
Balance Sheet | |
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Cash—non-interest-bearing | $40,348 |
Savings and temporary cash investments | $108,984 |
Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
Accounts receivable, net | $485,922 |
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 | $3,690 |
Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $97,910 |
Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
Investments—other securities | $0 |
Investments—program-related | $0 |
Intangible assets | $0 |
Other assets | $1,115,048 |
Total assets | $1,851,902 |
Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $475,753 |
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 | $1,318,603 |
Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
Other liabilities | $0 |
Total liabilities | $1,794,356 |
Net assets without donor restrictions | $57,546 |
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 | $1,851,902 |