South Ward Alliance
- Assets
- $2.7m
- Revenue
- $6.5m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 27
- Location
- Newark, NJ
- Founding
- 08/2014
- Data as of
- 06/2021
- EIN
- 47-1202863
Organization Overview
South Ward Alliance, operating under the name South Ward Children's Alliance, is located in Newark, NJ. The organization was established in 2014. According to its NTEE Classification (O99) the organization is classified as: Youth Development N.E.C., under the broad grouping of Youth Development and related organizations. As of 06/2021, South Ward Children's Alliance employed 27 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. South Ward Children's Alliance 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 06/2021, South Ward Children's Alliance generated $6.5m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 6 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 37.4% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $6.6m during the year ending 06/2021. While expenses have increased by 45.5% per year over the past 6 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.
Since 2019, South Ward Children's Alliance has awarded 75 individual grants totaling $13,308,650. If you would like to learn more about the grant giving history of this organization, scroll down to the grant profile section of this page.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2021
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
OUR VISION FOR OUR CONTINUUM OF SOLUTIONS STARTS BY STRENGTHENING PARENTING SKILLS, ENSURING CHILDREN HAVE A MEDICAL HOME AND ACCESS TO HIGH QUALITY EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAMS AND SERVICES. SWCA NETWORK OF SCHOOLS WILL ENSURE CHILDREN: HAVE GREAT TEACHERS AND TUTORS, IMPLEMENT PROVEN CURRICULUM, AND LAUNCH INTERVENTIONS STRATEGIES TO PROMOTE SCHOOL ATTENDANCE. SWCA AND PARTNERS WILL FILL GAPS SO THAT ALL CHILDREN CAN ATTEND HIGH QUALITY AFTER-SCHOOL PROGRAMS. SWCA AND ITS PARTNERS WILL BLANKET THE NEIGHBORHOOD WITH RESOURCES TO COUNTER THE HIGH PREVALENCE OF ADVERSE CHILDHOOD EXPERIENCES AND THE RESULTING TRAUMA THAT CONTRIBUTES TO POOR SCHOOL PERFORMANCE AND BEHAVIOR, AND RISK FOR LATER NEGATIVE LIFE OUTCOMES. TO ENSURE YOUTH MAKE IT TO THE FINISH LINE OF COLLEGE AND CAREER, SUPPORTS WILL NEED TO BE PUT IN PLACE WHILE THEY MATRICULATE TO ACHIEVE A COLLEGE OR VOCATIONAL DEGREE OR CERTIFICATION THAT ENABLES THEM TO BREAK THE CYCLE OF POVERTY AND THRIVE AS PRODUCTIVE CITIZENS.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
THE ULTIMATE GOAL OF THE SOUTH WARD PROMISE NEIGHBORHOOD IS TO ENSURE ALL CHILDREN HAVE AN UNIMPEDED PATH TO UNLOCKING THEIR LIMITLESS POTENTIAL. WE DO THIS BY SUPPORTING FAMILIES AND YOUNG PEOPLE IN ACHIEVING CRADLE-THROUGH-CAREER MILESTONES RELATED TO: BEING PHYSICALLY AND EMOTIONALLY HEALTHY AND ABLE TO PURSUE THEIR OWN WELLNESS, LIVING IN STABLE HOMES WITH CONSTRUCTIVE ROUTINES AND FAMILY MEMBERS WHO ARE COMMITTED TO CHILDREN'S ACADEMIC AND SOCIAL-EMOTIONAL HEALTH, RESIDING IN VIBRANT, COHESIVE COMMUNITIES THAT ARE SAFE, SUPPORTIVE AND WELCOMING AND LEARNING IN HIGHQUALITY SCHOOLS THAT DRIVE PURPOSE AND PASSION, ENGAGE CAREGIVERS, AND PREPARE STUDENTS TO SUCCEED IN THE WORKFORCE.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Helen Mazarakis Board Chair | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Matt Malloy Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Dominique Lee CEO | Officer | 5 | $0 |
Kimberly Mclain Trustee | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Sally Booth Trustee | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Gary Debode Trustee | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Building Responsible Intelligent Creativ Management Fee | 6/29/21 | $500,000 |
Exponent Partners Consulting | 6/29/21 | $177,516 |
Child Trends Incorporated Consulting | 6/29/21 | $110,095 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $5,104,635 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $1,348,787 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $6,453,422 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $6,453,422 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $2,686,331 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $507,050 |
| 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 | $993,871 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $185,327 |
| Payroll taxes | $92,344 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $108,100 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $528,471 |
| Advertising and promotion | $11,362 |
| Office expenses | $29,855 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $0 |
| Travel | $3,984 |
| 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 | $3,485 |
| Insurance | $0 |
| All other expenses | $6,388 |
| Total functional expenses | $6,558,968 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $523,537 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $1,369,272 |
| 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 | $6,653 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $783,749 |
| Total assets | $2,683,211 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $965,154 |
| 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 | $965,154 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $1,718,057 |
| 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 | $2,683,211 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, South Ward Alliance has awarded $2,686,331 in support to 21 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
Newark, NJ PURPOSE: TO SUPPORT STUDENTS IN THEIR ACADEMIC SUCCESS AND CLOSE THE ACHIEVEMENT GAP | $300,000 |
Boston, MA PURPOSE: TO S | $250,000 |
Newark, NJ PURPOSE: TO SUPPORT STUDENTS IN THEIR ACADEMIC SUCCESS AND CLOSE THE ACHIEVEMENT GAP | $239,265 |
East Orange, NJ PURPOSE: TO SUPPORT STUDENTS IN THEIR ACADEMIC SUCCESS AND CLOSE THE ACHIEVEMENT GAP | $195,599 |
Newark, NJ PURPOSE: TO SUPPORT STUDENTS IN THEIR ACADEMIC SUCCESS AND CLOSE THE ACHIEVEMENT GAP | $187,500 |
Mountainside, NJ PURPOSE: TO SUPPORT STUDENTS IN THEIR ACADEMIC SUCCESS AND CLOSE THE ACHIEVEMENT GAP | $176,522 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 1 grants that South Ward Alliance has recieved totaling $15,000.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Provident Bank Foundation Inc Iselin, NJ PURPOSE: STRONG FAMILIES, MIGHTY SOUTH WARD LOYALTY PROGRAM | $15,000 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Southeast Bronx Neighborhood Centers Inc Bronx, NY | $6,007,816 | $13,549,762 |
Global Kids Inc New York, NY | $4,141,577 | $7,282,340 |
South Ward Alliance Newark, NJ | $2,683,211 | $6,453,422 |
The Brotherhood Sister Sol Inc New York, NY | $20,180,841 | $12,284,943 |
Youth Improving Non-Profits For Children New York, NY | $6,056,525 | $7,304,563 |
Scan Harbor Inc New York, NY | $5,917,279 | $2,994,479 |
Harrison House Community Programs Inc New Castle, DE | $393,593 | $2,708,083 |
Pittsburgh Botanic Garden Oakdale, PA | $22,430,298 | $2,972,831 |
Special Kids Fund Inc Lakewood, NJ | $1,423,306 | $2,189,561 |
2164 Inc New York, NY | $1,694,949 | $1,394,666 |
Johnny Mac Tennis Project Inc New York, NY | $1,282,133 | $1,443,390 |
Irondale Productions Inc Brooklyn, NY | $1,882,290 | $1,170,159 |