Friends Of Montessori Association is located in Prairie Village, KS. The organization was established in 1964. 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 06/2021, Friends Of Montessori Association employed 23 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Friends Of Montessori Association 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, Friends Of Montessori Association generated $1.9m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 6 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 7.5% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $1.4m during the year ending 06/2021. While expenses have increased by 5.1% 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:
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THE MISSION OF HIGHLAWN MONTESSORI SCHOOL IS TO PROVIDE A CHILD-CENTERED MONTESSORI COMMUNITY WHICH FACILITATES THE SOCIAL, EMOTIONAL, PHYSICAL AND COGNITIVE DEVELOPMENT OF EACH CHILD.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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MONTESSORI SCHOOL WITH 184 STUDENTS: TRADITIONAL PROGRAM HOURS: 8:40 11:40 AM (AGES 3 TO 4 ) EXTENDED DAY HOURS: 8:40 AM 2:30 PM (AGES 4 TO 6)NEW STUDENTS ENROLLED IN TEH TRADITION CHILDREN'S HOUSE PROGRAM, STARTING AS YOUNG AS AGE 3, ATTEND OUR SCHOOL FROM 8:40 11:40 AM MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY.AS CHILDREN SHOW ACADEMIC AND SOCIAL READINESS TO WORK INDEPENDENTLY, USUALLY BETWEEN AGES 4 AND 5, THE DIRECTRESS WILL INVITE THEM TO STAY FOR EXTENDED DAY UNTIL 2:30. THESE CHILDREN STAY FOR LUNCH BEGINNING ONE AFTERNOON A WEEK. THE CHILDREN'S WORKDAY THEN EXTENDS FROM MORNING INTO THE AFTERNOON WITH OPPORTUNITY FOR MORE IN-DEPTH EXPLORATION. THE CHILDREN'S HOUSE EXTENDED DAY PROGRAM IS OFFERED TO CHILDREN 4 AND OLDER. THIS SESSION RUNS FROM 8:40-2:30 P.M. MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY. THE AFTERNOON EXTENDED DAY ALLOWS THE OLDER CHILDREN TO HAVE MORE ACADEMIC, SMALLER GROUP EXPERIENCE IN THEIR CLASSROOM. CHILDREN ARE INVITED TO START ONE AFTERNOON AND SLOWLY INCREASE THE NUMBER OF AFTERNOONS. THE DECISION CONCERNING THE CHILD'S READINESS FOR EXTENDED DAY IS MADE BY THE CLASSROOM TEACHER WITH INPUT FROM THE PARENTS. READINESS FOR EXTENDED DAY IS DETERMINED BY OBSERVING THE CHILD. GUIDELINES THE TEACHER WILL USE INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING.THE CHILD: HAS A DESIRE TO STAY FOR LUNCH AND THE EXTENDED DAY. HAS GIVEN UP TAKING NAPS OR NO LONGER NAPS EVERYDAY. CAN WORK INDEPENDENTLY FOR EXTENDED PERIODS OF TIME. CAN FOCUS DURING THE MORE DIFFICULT AND COMPLICATED LESSONS.FULL DAY CHILDREN'S HOUSE PROGRAM HOURS: 7:30 AM 5: 30 PM 3, 4, OR 5 DAYS PER WEEKTHE FULL DAY CHILDREN'S HOUSE PROGRAM, STARTING WITH CHILDREN AS YOUNG AS AGE 3, INCLUDES EXTENDED HOURS FROM AS EARLY AS 7:30AM TO 5:30PM. PARENTS HAVE THE OPTION TO ENROLL THEIR CHILD ON A FEE-BASED SCHEDULE FOR 3, 4, OR 5 FULL DAYS PER WEEK, WITH VARYING DISMISSAL TIMES UNTIL 5:30PM. THE FULL DAY PROGRAM IS AN EXTENSION OF THE TRADITIONAL CHILDREN'S HOUSE CLASS. CHILDREN ENJOY A RELAXED, COZY, HOME-LIKE ATMOSPHERE UNDER THE DIRECTION OF A TRAINED MONTESSORI TEACHER. THIS PROGRAM OFFERS THE BEST OF BOTH WORLDS; THE NURTURING AND COMFORT OF HOME AND THE CHALLENGING STIMULATION OF MONTESSORI. CHILDREN PARTICIPATE JOYFULLY IN MANY ACTIVITIES; CARE FOR THE ENVIRONMENT, SCIENCE, CULTURAL ACTIVITIES, ART, MUSIC, MOVEMENT, COOKING AND GAMES. THE CHILDREN MAY CHOOSE TO PARTICIPATE IN AN ORGANIZED ACTIVITY OR WORK FREELY IN A FULLY EQUIPPED MONTESSORI CLASSROOM TO ENHANCE THE CHILD'S SOCIAL, EMOTIONAL, SPIRITUAL AND COGNITIVE GROWTH.CHILDREN'S HOUSE MONTESSORI CLASSROOM CHILDREN AGES 3 TO 6 DIRECTLY LEARN THROUGH THEIR SENSES AND ABSORB INFORMATION EFFORTLESSLY THROUGH MOVEMENT AND HANDS-ON MATERIALS. THE FOCUS OF MONTESSORI EDUCATION IS NOT ACADEMIC READINESS OR THE MASTERY OF A SPECIFIC SKILL, BUT DEVELOPMENT OF THE WHOLE CHILD SOCIALLY, EMOTIONALLY, PHYSICALLY, AND INTELLECTUALLY.THE MIXED AGE CLASSES OFFER OPPORTUNITIES TO LEARN WHICH DO NOT EXIST IN SAME-AGE SETTINGS. THE OLDER, EXPERIENCED CHILDREN BECOME LEADERS AND ROLE MODELS TO THE YOUNGER CHILDREN, WHO ABSORB SOCIAL VALUES AND CULTURAL IMPRESSIONS FROM THE ACTIVITIES OF THE OLDER CHILDREN. THE CHILDREN LEARN DETAILS OF MATH, LANGUAGE AND GEOGRAPHY JUST FROM WALKING THROUGH THE CLASSROOM! THROUGH LEADERSHIP, THE OLDER CHILDREN GAIN SELF-CONFIDENCE AND RESPONSIBILITY. A NATURAL, FAMILY-LIKE ATMOSPHERE DEVELOPS SPONTANEOUSLY, RESULTING IN A BOND BETWEEN THE CHILDREN AND ALSO WITH THE GUIDE. FROM THIS COMES THE GREATEST LEVEL OF SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT MUTUAL CARE AND RESPECT.
Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
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Kathy Morrison Director | 40 | $109,801 | |
Jennifer Ecton Director | Trustee | 5 | $0 |
Debbie Greenberg Director And President | Trustee | 5 | $0 |
Matt Ferguson Director | Trustee | 5 | $0 |
Katie Longhauser Director | Trustee | 5 | $0 |
Korb Maxwell Director | Trustee | 5 | $0 |
Statement of Revenue | |
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Federated campaigns | $0 |
Membership dues | $0 |
Fundraising events | $0 |
Related organizations | $0 |
Government grants | $52,695 |
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $24,054 |
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $76,749 |
Total Program Service Revenue | $1,823,765 |
Investment income | $52 |
Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
Royalties | $0 |
Net Rental Income | $0 |
Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
Net Income from Fundraising Events | $2,992 |
Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
Net Income from Sales of Inventory | -$4,184 |
Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
Total Revenue | $1,899,374 |
Statement of Expenses | |
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Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $0 |
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. | $0 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
Other salaries and wages | $884,485 |
Pension plan accruals and contributions | $37,555 |
Other employee benefits | $35,286 |
Payroll taxes | $64,567 |
Fees for services: Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
Fees for services: Accounting | $789 |
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 | $21,114 |
Information technology | $107,993 |
Royalties | $0 |
Occupancy | $0 |
Travel | $0 |
Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $7,305 |
Interest | $17,088 |
Payments to affiliates | $0 |
Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $60,231 |
Insurance | $37,484 |
All other expenses | $1,012 |
Total functional expenses | $1,377,548 |
Balance Sheet | |
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Cash—non-interest-bearing | $1,610,782 |
Savings and temporary cash investments | $92,120 |
Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
Accounts receivable, net | $607,663 |
Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
Inventories for sale or use | $5,239 |
Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $0 |
Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $1,789,938 |
Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
Investments—other securities | $0 |
Investments—program-related | $0 |
Intangible assets | $0 |
Other assets | $0 |
Total assets | $4,105,742 |
Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $75,308 |
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 | $355,118 |
Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
Other liabilities | $0 |
Total liabilities | $430,426 |
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 | $3,675,316 |
Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $4,105,742 |
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 3 grants that Friends Of Montessori Association has recieved totaling $125,480.
Awarding Organization | Amount |
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Kansas Association Of Child Care Resource And Referral Agencies Salina, KS PURPOSE: SUSTAINABILITY GRANT | $120,000 |
Paypal Charitable Giving Fund Washington, DC PURPOSE: General Support | $5,328 |
Amazonsmile Foundation Seattle, WA PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $152 |
Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
---|---|---|
Umkc Foundation Kansas City, MO | $70,681,044 | $43,162,989 |
St Louis Charter Schools St Louis, MO | $19,224,709 | $16,300,473 |
Washburn University Foundation Topeka, KS | $212,049,839 | $17,810,833 |
Linda Hall Library Trust Kansas City, MO | $201,287,634 | $7,552,380 |
Fort Hays State University Foundation Hays, KS | $117,134,366 | $18,921,024 |
University Of Northern Colorado Foundation Inc Greeley, CO | $134,921,327 | $19,470,249 |
Private Education-Employers Trust St Louis, MO | $386,613 | $11,502,248 |
Emporia State University Foundation Emporia, KS | $139,579,484 | $15,768,413 |
Colorado Mesa University Foundation Grand Junciton, CO | $51,533,089 | $12,141,497 |
Dsst Public Schools Foundation Denver, CO | $32,542,761 | $13,664,687 |
Colorado State University-Pueblo Foundation Pueblo, CO | $68,008,177 | $8,127,637 |
Pittsburg State University Foundation Inc Pittsburg, KS | $127,952,768 | $13,650,196 |