Kc Blind All-Stars Foundation

Organization Overview

Kc Blind All-Stars Foundation is located in Kansas City, KS. The organization was established in 1988. According to its NTEE Classification (G41) the organization is classified as: Eye Diseases, Blindness & Vision Impairments, under the broad grouping of Voluntary Health Associations & Medical Disciplines and related organizations. As of 06/2024, Kc Blind All-Stars Foundation employed 3 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Kc Blind All-Stars 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 06/2024, Kc Blind All-Stars Foundation generated $306.3k in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 4 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 28.7% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $471.8k during the year ending 06/2024. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.

Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing

TAX YEAR

2024

Describe the Organization's Mission:

Part 3 - Line 1

KC BLIND ALL-STARS' MISSION IS TO SUPPORT KANSAS STATE SCHOOL FOR THE BLIND AND IS DEDICATED TO PROVIDING ASSISTANCE TO LOW VISION AND BLIND STUDENTS IN EDUCATION, TECHNOLOGY, AND CAREER PROGRAMS. KC BLIND ALL-STARS PROVIDES ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY, SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES, ATHLETIC EVENTS, AND EXTRA-CURRICULUR SPORTSA ALONG WITH EXPERIENCES IN MUSIC AND PERFORMING ARTS.

Describe the Organization's Program Activity:

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REPLACEMENT OF PREVIOUS TRACK AT KANSAS STATE SCHOOL FOR THE BLIND, REPLACED WITH A MODERN ACCESSIBLE TRACK THAT FACILITATES STUDENT PHYSICAL FITNESS, COMPETITION IN SPORTS AND OTHER ATHLETIC ENDEAVORS. THE INCLUSION OF A BLIND SOCCER PITCH WAS ADDED TO INCLUDE A WIDER VARIETY OF SPORTS AT KSSB


EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCES: THE KC BLIND ALL-STARS PROVIDES SUPPORT FOR STUDENTS TO HAVE A VARIED AND DIVERSE EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCES THAT INCLUDE CELEBRATE ACCESS EVENTS, EXTENDED SCHOOL YEAR, DEVELOPMENT OF A SENSORY GARDEN AT KSSB, SCHOLARSHIPS FOR THOSE ATTENDING TRAINING PROGRAMS AND COLLEGE, LOW VISION EXAMS AND EQUIPMENT AND INCLUSIVE ENTREPRENEURSHIP THROUGH THE CAFE AND COFFEE BEAN ROASTING BUSINESS.


STEM EVENTS AND ACCESSIBLE PROGRAMS; INCLUDING, IMMERSIVE WEEK LONG EXPERIENCES AT SPACE CAMP, MAKE48 COMPETITION TO DEVELOP A MARKETABLE PROTOTYPE, KSSB STEM MOBILE UNIT THAT TRAVELS ACROSS THE STATE TO BRING ACCESSIBLE TECHNOLOGY TO SCHOOLS, PODCASTING CLUB AND MAKERSPACE PROGRAM. THESE COMMUNITY PROGRAMS ALLOW STUDENTS TO EXPLORE TECHNOLOGY, DEVELOP CRITICAL LIFE SKILLS, PRACTICE PROBLEM SOLVING AND FOSTER AN ENVIORNMENT OF ENPOWERMENT.


ATHLETICS: THE ORGANIZATION SPONSORS AN ANNUAL 5K WALK AND RUN TO PROMOTE LOW VISION AND BLIND AWARENESS WHILE RAISING FUNDS FOR CRITICAL PROGRAMS AT KSSB. KCBAS SUPPORTS VISUALLY IMPAIRED STUDENTS' PARTICIPATION IN ACCESSIBLE SPORTS INCLUDING BLIND SOCCER, TRACK AND FIELD, SWIMMING, AND GOAL BALL. KC BLIND ALL-STARS SPONSORS HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS COMPETING AND ATTENDING STATE COMPETIIONS THROUGH OUT THEIR SCHOOL CONFERENCE WHILE PROVIDING NEEDED EQUIPMENT AND FUNDS NECESSARY FOR LONG DISTANCE TRAVEL. KCBAS PROVIDES NEEDED SUPPLIES FOR EXTRA-CURRICULUR SPORTS AND AFTER-SCHOOL ACTIVITIES


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Financial Statements

Statement of Revenue
Federated campaigns$0
Membership dues$0
Fundraising events$44,945
Related organizations$0
Government grants $0
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above$261,385
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f $0
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar$306,330
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 $306,330

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