Playing Field Inc
- Assets
- $599.1k
- Revenue
- $1.6m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 30
- Location
- Madison, WI
- Founding
- 07/2015
- Data as of
- 08/2021
- EIN
- 47-4112110
Organization Overview
Playing Field Inc is located in Madison, WI. The organization was established in 2015. According to its NTEE Classification (B11) the organization is classified as: Single Organization Support, under the broad grouping of Education and related organizations. As of 08/2021, Playing Field Inc employed 30 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Playing Field Inc 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 08/2021, Playing Field Inc generated $1.6m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 6 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 20.4% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $1.5m during the year ending 08/2021. While expenses have increased by 20.0% 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 EARLY EDUCATION SERVICES & CHILD CARE TO CHILDREN FROM VARIOUS SOCIO-ECONOMIC BACKGROUNDS WITH THE GOAL OF CREATING A MODEL EARLY EDUCATION PROGRAM AIMED AT EDUCATING CHILDREN FROM THE POOREST FAMILIES IN THE COMMUNITY ALONGSIDE CHILDREN FROM MORE AFFLUENT FAMILIES; TO PROVIDE OPPORTUNITIES FOR PARENT EDUCATION, TRAINING & INVOLVEMENT IN THEIR CHILDREN'S EDUCATION.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
THE PLAYING FIELD IS A HIGH-QUALITY EARLY LEARNING CENTER FOCUSED ON EARLY ATTACHMENT AND BRAIN DEVELOPMENT. IN THE CONTEXT OF OUR SCHOOL FAMILY, WE CARE FOR AND EDUCATE CHILDREN EXPERIENCING HOMELESSNESS RIGHT ALONGSIDE CHILDREN FROM MORE ADVANTAGED BACKGROUNDS. WE BELIEVE OUR UNIQUE MODEL IS AN IMPORTANT STEP TOWARD MINIMIZING THE DISPARITY AMONG MADISON'S CHILDREN AND WILL HAVE AMAZING BENEFITS FOR CHILDREN FROM BOTH GROUPS.SEGREGATION EXISTS WITHIN THE NATION'S CHILD CARE SYSTEM. HIGH-QUALITY EARLY EDUCATION PROGRAMS ARE OUT OF REACH FOR MANY FAMILIES. EVEN WITH SUBSIDIZED CHILD CARE, THE RATES AT MANY CENTERS ARE SIMPLY TOO HIGH FOR STRUGGLING FAMILIES. CHILDREN MOST IN NEED OF QUALITY EARLY EDUCATION ARE NOT ABLE TO ACCESS IT.THE PLAYING FIELD OFFERS THE HIGHEST LEVEL OF EARLY CARE AND EDUCATION TO CHILDREN FROM VARIED SOCIO-ECONOMIC BACKGROUNDS. FOR OVER SIX YEARS, THE PLAYING FIELD HAS INTENTIONALLY ADDRESSED THE BARRIERS THAT DENY CHILDREN ACCESS TO HIGH QUALITY EARLY CARE AND EDUCATION. OUR DIVERSE FUNDING SOURCES ASSURE THAT NO FAMILY IS TURNED AWAY DUE TO LACK OF FINANCIAL MEANS. IN ADDITION, OUR TRAUMA SENSITIVE APPROACH EQUIPS OUR STAFF TO SUPPORT CHILDREN IMPACTED BY ADVERSITY SUCH AS HOMELESSNESS.OUR SCHOOL FAMILY REFLECTS THE DIVERSITY OF OUR COMMUNITY AND TAKES A STEP TOWARDS MINIMIZING THE DISPARITY THAT EXISTS BETWEEN OUR YOUNGEST CITIZENS."
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Abbi Kruse Executive Director | Officer | 40 | $66,654 |
Michelle Hall Secretary, Parent Representative | OfficerTrustee | 0.5 | $0 |
Tom Popp President | OfficerTrustee | 3 | $0 |
Randy Ruplinger Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 3 | $0 |
Stephen Pieroni Director, Family Represent | Trustee | 0.5 | $0 |
Dr Jenean Dilworth-Bart Director | Trustee | 0.5 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $153,072 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $891,857 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $258,572 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $1,303,501 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $327,114 |
| Investment income | $669 |
| 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 | $1,639,420 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $2,630 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $75,422 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $37,712 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $866,617 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $14,871 |
| Other employee benefits | $96,132 |
| Payroll taxes | $69,890 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $1,350 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $240 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $10,000 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $1,800 |
| Advertising and promotion | $6,334 |
| Office expenses | $21,095 |
| Information technology | $4,936 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $96,793 |
| Travel | $8,848 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $21,934 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $0 |
| Insurance | $12,133 |
| All other expenses | $2,467 |
| Total functional expenses | $1,468,228 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $43,531 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $503,348 |
| 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 | $52,213 |
| Total assets | $599,092 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $0 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $549,092 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $50,000 |
| 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 | $599,092 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 2 grants that Playing Field Inc has recieved totaling $257,544.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
United Way Of Dane County Inc Madison, WI PURPOSE: Program Operating Cost | $157,544 |
Roots And Wings Foundation Inc Seattle, WA PURPOSE: GENERAL OPERATIONS | $100,000 |
Endowment Analysis
| Earnings | $2,383 |
| Admin Expense | $170 |
| Net Contributions | $50,000 |
| Ending Balance | $52,213 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Michigan State University Foundation East Lansing, MI | $535,425,307 | $55,850,938 |
University Of Northern Iowa Foundation Cedar Falls, IA | $173,378,893 | $31,725,389 |
Illinois State University Foundation Normal, IL | $269,993,016 | $34,747,700 |
National Assistance Foundation Des Moines, IA | $16,519,301 | $16,875,706 |
Southern Illinois University Foundation Carbondale, IL | $260,208,288 | $31,565,742 |
University Research Park Inc Madison, WI | $162,117,796 | $19,527,506 |
Eastern Michigan University Foundation Ypsilanti, MI | $82,145,619 | $14,420,618 |
Michigan Tech Fund Houghton, MI | $217,061,508 | $42,674,434 |
Northern Illinois University Foundation Dekalb, IL | $169,106,712 | $31,131,654 |
Grand Rapids Community College Foundation Grand Rapids, MI | $37,079,013 | $9,829,978 |
Christian Schools International Insurance Plan And Trust Fund Grandville, MI | $5,188,497 | $9,699,281 |
Saginaw Valley State University Foundation University Center, MI | $94,804,323 | $8,609,845 |