Cornerstone Christian Schools
- Assets
- $502.7k
- Revenue
- $2.9m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 98
- Location
- Bellevue, NE
- Founding
- 10/2016
- Data as of
- 07/2021
- EIN
- 47-2298836
Organization Overview
Cornerstone Christian Schools is located in Bellevue, NE. The organization was established in 2016. According to its NTEE Classification (B20) the organization is classified as: Elementary & Secondary Schools, under the broad grouping of Education and related organizations. As of 07/2021, Cornerstone Christian Schools employed 98 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Cornerstone Christian Schools 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 07/2021, Cornerstone Christian Schools generated $2.9m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 6 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 10.2% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $2.7m during the year ending 07/2021. While expenses have increased by 8.4% 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.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2021
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
TO PROVIDE CHRISTIAN EDUCATION TO FAMILIES IN AND AROUND BELLEVUE, NEBRASKA.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS, INC. (CCS) IS AN APPROVED SCHOOL THROUGH THE NEBRASKA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. ALL TEACHERS HOLD A STATE OF NEBRASKA TEACHING CERTIFICATE AND HAVE A STRONG COMMITMENT TO THE LORD JESUS CHRIST AND HIS CHILDREN. CCS IS OPERATING AS AN APPROVED SCHOOL BY COMPLYING WITH THE PROVISIONS AND PARTICIPATING IN THE ANNUAL COMPLIANCE VERIFICATION OF NEBRASKA'S RULE 14: REGULATIONS AND PROCEDURES FOR THE LEGAL OPERATION OF APPROVED NONPUBLIC SCHOOL. THIS SET OF REQUIREMENTS ESTABLISHES MINIMUM STANDARDS FOR THE OPERATION OF NONPUBLIC SCHOOLS AND SUPPORTS THE MISSIONS AND GOALS OF NONPUBLIC EDUCATION IN NEBRASKA WHILE ENDURING A LEVEL OF QUALITY AND EQUALITY OF EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITY. THIS ACTIVITY IS CONDUCTED BY CERTIFIED ADMINISTRATORS AND TEACHERS FOR THE STATE OF NEBRASKA AND SUPPORTED BY QUALIFIED STAFF. CCS IS A DISCIPLESHIP SCHOOL COMMITTED TO THE ACADEMIC, SPIRITUAL, AND SOCIAL GROWTH OF EACH STUDENT. OUR STUDENTS RECEIVE AN EXCELLENT EDUCATION IN ALL ACADEMIC SUBJECTS ALONG WITH INSTRUCTION IN VOCAL AND INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC, ART, TECHNOLOGY, AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION. EMPHASIS IS PLACED ON DEVELOPING A RELATIONSHIP WITH THE LORD JESUS CHRIST AND A BIBLICAL WORLD VIEW. STUDENTS RECEIVE DAILY BIBLE INSTRUCTION, ATTEND WEEKLY CHAPEL SERVICES, AND PARTICIPATE IN SERVICE PROJECTS FOR THE COMMUNITY. DURING THE 2020-2021 SCHOOL YEAR, CCS PROVIDED ELEMENTARY EDUCATION FROM KINDERGARTEN THROUGH 5TH GRADE, MIDDLE SCHOOL EDUCATION (GRADES 6TH THROUGH 8TH), AND HIGH SCHOOL EDUCATION (GRADES 9TH THROUGH 12TH) ALL AT ONE CAMPUS. DAILY BIBLE CLASSES ARE INTEGRATED INTO THE ACADEMIC CURRICULUM AND ONCE A WEEK A WORSHIP SERVICE IS HELD THAT FEATURES RELEVANT AND PRACTICAL BIBLICAL TEACHING THAT STUDENTS WILL FIND ENGAGING AND LIFE-CHANGING. CCS OFFERS BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM, COUGAR CARE, TO WORKING FAMILIES TO PROVIDE AN EXTENDED SCHOOL DAY. THIS ACTIVITY FURTHER PROVIDES CCS ADDITIONAL TIME BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL TO GUIDE AND OFFER ACADEMIC HELP FOR THE STUDENTS THAT CHOOSE TO PARTICIPATE. CCS ALSO PROVIDES AN AFTER SCHOOL MONTHLY ENRICHMENT ACTIVITY FOR STUDENTS IN KINDERGARTEN THROUGH 5TH GRADE. THESE ENRICHMENT ACTIVITIES ALLOW THE STUDENTS TO RECEIVE FURTHER INSTRUCTION FROM MEMBERS OF THE COMMUNITY ABOUT THEIR AREA OF EXPERTISE.
CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS, INC. HAS A HOT LUNCH AND MILK PROGRAM. HOT LUNCH IS PROVIDED DAILY AND THE STUDENTS CAN OPT TO PURCHASE HOT LUNCH OR BRING THEIR OWN LUNCH. THE LUNCH IS CONTRACTED OUT TO A LOCAL CATERING COMPANY. THE STUDENTS DO HAVE AN OPPORTUNITY TO PURCHASE MILK EVERYDAY. THE STUDENTS BUY A LUNCH AND MILK TICKET AT THE BEGINNING OF THE YEAR AND THEY REPLENISH THEIR TICKETS AFTER THEY HAVE USED ALL OF THEIR FUNDS.
THE STUDENTS IN GRADES 6TH THROUGH 12TH HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO PARTICIPATE IN ATHLETIC PROGRAMS SUCH AS SOCCER, VOLLEYBALL, BASKETBALL, DANCE TEAM, WINTER GUARD, CROSS COUNTRY, AND TRACK. CCS IS A MEMBER OF THE FRONTIER CONFERENCE AND OPERATES ITS ATHLETIC PROGRAM ACCORDING TO NEBRASKA SCHOOL ACTIVITIES ASSOCIATION GUIDELINES. THESE ACTIVITIES FURTHER THE SCHOOL'S PURPOSE BY TEACHING THE STUDENTS TEAMWORK AND CHARACTER.
MISCELLANEOUS OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Teri Lynn Schrag Superintendent | Officer | 40 | $50,000 |
Lawson Weihing Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 5 | $0 |
Bryan Bartels President | OfficerTrustee | 5 | $0 |
Tony Boex Member At Large | Trustee | 3 | $0 |
Jessica Dotzler Member At Large | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
George Schuler Member At Large Thru 4/2021 | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $229,428 |
| Related organizations | $59,571 |
| Government grants | $21,476 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $139,981 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $450,456 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $2,454,258 |
| Investment income | $245 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $7,200 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $12,835 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $2,924,994 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $5,050 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $164,121 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $50,000 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $50,000 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $1,423,984 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $0 |
| Payroll taxes | $110,427 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $8,100 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $86 |
| Advertising and promotion | $350 |
| Office expenses | $122,911 |
| Information technology | $10,768 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $399,266 |
| Travel | $1,323 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 |
| Interest | $3,979 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $7,698 |
| Insurance | $16,251 |
| All other expenses | $1,991 |
| Total functional expenses | $2,673,835 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $321,517 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $60,346 |
| 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 | $120,884 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $502,747 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $11,188 |
| 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 | $86,562 |
| Total liabilities | $97,750 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $0 |
| 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 | $404,997 |
| Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $502,747 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 1 grants that Cornerstone Christian Schools has recieved totaling $10,000.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Donald And Marjorie Holloway Foundation Norfolk, NE PURPOSE: SPECIAL PROJECTS | $10,000 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Hope Educational & Research Center St Louis, MO | $196,443,117 | $45,382,338 |
Association Of Christian Schools International Colorado Springs, CO | $18,742,731 | $17,834,465 |
University Academy Kansas City, MO | $4,761,090 | $14,511,451 |
Missouri Military Academy Mexico, MO | $77,413,966 | $15,231,953 |
Cheyenne Mountain Charter Academy Colorado Springs, CO | $6,874,430 | $14,641,481 |
Hogan Preparatory Academy Inc Kansas City, MO | $20,422,452 | $17,837,885 |
Des Moines Christian School Urbandale, IA | $33,454,159 | $19,777,183 |
Tiospa Zina Tribal School Agency Village, SD | $23,159,499 | $11,778,835 |
Marty Indian School Board Inc Marty, SD | $22,784,414 | $13,798,378 |
Tri-County Child And Family Development Council Inc Waterloo, IA | $2,164,616 | $9,342,746 |
Brownell Talbot School Omaha, NE | $23,640,010 | $10,050,600 |
Colorado Springs Christian Schools Colorado Springs, CO | $10,949,710 | $8,595,983 |