Knowautism Foundation
- Assets
- $543.0k
- Revenue
- $470.0k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 1
- Location
- Houston, TX
- Founding
- 06/2014
- Data as of
- 12/2022
- EIN
- 46-2573522
Organization Overview
Knowautism Foundation is located in Houston, TX. The organization was established in 2014. According to its NTEE Classification (G99) the organization is classified as: Voluntary Health Associations & Medical Disciplines N.E.C., under the broad grouping of Voluntary Health Associations & Medical Disciplines and related organizations. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Knowautism Foundation 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, Knowautism Foundation generated $470.0k in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 7 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 11.6% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $312.1k during the year ending 12/2022. While expenses have increased by 10.0% 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
KNOWAUTISM FOUNDATION PROMOTES AUTISM AWARENESS BY PROVIDING EDUCATION RELATING TO AUTISM, AND SUPPORTING OTHER ORGANIZATIONS THAT PROVIDE RESOURCES FOR FAMILIES STRICKEN WITH AUTISTIC FAMILY MEMBERS.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
TUITION & THERAPY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM PROVIDES SCHOLARSHIPS RANGING FROM $1,000 TO $10,000 TO HELP EASE THE FINANCIAL BURDEN OF THERAPEUTIC TREATMENTS AND INTERVENTION FOR AUTISM. TO BE ELIGIBLE, THE CHILD MUST BE BETWEEN 12 MONTHS AND 18 YEARS OF AGE AND MUST HAVE ALREADY RECEIVED A CLINICAL DIAGNOSIS OF AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER. THESE AWARDS MAY BE USED FOR BEHAVIORAL INTERVENTION PROGRAMS, OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY, SPEECH THERAPY, SOCIAL SKILLS GROUPS, SPECIAL NEEDS SCHOOLS, AND SPECIAL EDUCATION PROGRAMS.
COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS PROGRAM - THE PURPOSE OF THIS PROGRAM IS TO SUPPORT OTHER ORGANIZATIONS WITH PROGRAMMING FOR SPECIAL NEEDS CHILDREN IN THE COMMUNITY TO FURTHER OUR MISSION.THE SPECIAL INTEREST FUND WAS ESTABLISHED TO HELP CHILDREN WITH AUTISM ACCESS ADAPTIVE AND INCLUSIVE PROGRAMS AND SERVICES THAT DO NOT FALL UNDER THE UMBRELLA OF TRADITIONAL AUTISM TREATMENTS OR INTERVENTIONS. AWARDS RANGE FROM $500 TO $2,000 PER CHILD. ELIGIBLE PROGRAMS INCLUDE SPECIALIZED CAMPS, MUSIC THERAPY, ART THERAPY, YOGA THERAPY, THERAPEUTIC HORSEBACK RIDING, ADAPTIVE SWIM LESSONS, AND SIMILAR PROGRAMMING. THIS FUND MAY ALSO BE USED TO COVER FEES FOR THE SERVICES OF AUTISM/DISABILITY ADVOCATES (UP TO $1,000).ART PROGRAM FOCUSES ON PROVIDING CHILDREN AN OUTLET TO EXPRESS THEMSELVES. WE PROVIDE ART KITS TO OUR GRANT RECIPIENTS, STUDENTS FROM SCHOOLS, AND OTHER ORGANIZATIONS, TO CHILDREN INTERESTED IN PARTICIPATING IN OUR ART FESTIVAL. THE SUBMISSIONS ARE FEATURED IN OUR ANNUAL AS I AM ART FESTIVAL. AUTISM DIAGNOSTIC ASSISTANCE PROGRAM PROVIDES FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE TO FAMILIES TO HELP SUBSIDIZE THE COST OF DIAGNOSTIC TESTING FOR CHILDREN BETWEEN THE AGES OF 12 MONTHS AND 14 YEARS OF AGE.
THE EMERGENCY RELIEF PROGRAM PROVIDES DIRECT FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE TO FAMILIES WITH CHILDREN AND ADULTS AFFECTED BY AUTISM TO HELP THEM WITH FOOD AND SCHOOL SUPPLIES WHEN THEY ARE NEGATIVELY IMPACTED BY NATURAL DISASTERS.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Edna Michelle Bohreer Chairperson | OfficerTrustee | 5 | $0 |
Chris Cardenas Grants Chair | OfficerTrustee | 0.5 | $0 |
Tracy Faulkner Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 0.25 | $0 |
Marian Mclendon Vice Chair | OfficerTrustee | 0.5 | $0 |
Perri Palermo-Motamedi Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Sherri Zucker Development Chair | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $662,632 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $0 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $4,702 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $667,334 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| 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 | -$197,349 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $469,985 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $52,000 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $156,455 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $15,500 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $3,153 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $13,947 |
| Other salaries and wages | $0 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $0 |
| Payroll taxes | $2,061 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $28,968 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $0 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $6,589 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $11,410 |
| Travel | $0 |
| 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 | $1,354 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $312,131 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $543,049 |
| 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 | $543,049 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $504 |
| 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 | $504 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $542,545 |
| 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 | $543,049 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Knowautism Foundation has awarded $40,000 in support to 2 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
HOUSTON BALLET PURPOSE: ADAPTED DANCE | $20,000 |
THEATER UNDER THE STARS PURPOSE: INCLUSIVE ARTS | $20,000 |