Optimist International
- Assets
- $66.5k
- Revenue
- $143.0k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 0
- Location
- Wilmington, NC
- Founding
- 02/1958
- Data as of
- 12/2021
- EIN
- 56-6061283
Organization Overview
Optimist International is located in Wilmington, NC. The organization was established in 1958. According to its NTEE Classification (O51) the organization is classified as: Youth Community Service Clubs, under the broad grouping of Youth Development and related organizations. This organization is a subordinate organization within an affiliated group for tax-exemption purposes. Optimist International is a 501(c)(4) and as such, is described as a "Civic League, Social Welfare Organization, and Local Association of Employees" by the IRS.
For the year ending 12/2021, Optimist International generated $143.0k in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 7 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 0.6% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $129.4k during the year ending 12/2021. While expenses have increased by 0.1% per year over the past 7 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
OFFER PROGRAMS TO SUPPORT THE LOCAL YOUTH OF NEW HANOVER COUNTY NC
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
OPERATION OF BASEBALL LEAGUES FOR LOCAL YOUTH. OVER 1,500 YOUTH PARTICIPATE, LEARNING PHYSICAL SKILLS, TEAMWORK, COMMITMENT, SOCIAL SKILLS AND SPORTSMANSHIP.
OFFER FINANCIAL SUPPORT FOR VARIOUS ORGANIZATIONS SUCH AS CHILDHOOD CANCER PROGRAMS, LOCAL HOME FOR BOYS AND GIRLS AND OTHER OPTIMIST YOUTH ACTIVITIES.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Buck O'shields President | OfficerTrustee | 10 | $0 |
Hamp Stephens Vice President | OfficerTrustee | 10 | $0 |
Mike Smith President Elect | OfficerTrustee | 10 | $0 |
Rossie Manning Board Member | Officer | 10 | $0 |
Tim Burleson Board Member | Officer | 10 | $0 |
Jeff Boyer Board Member | Officer | 10 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $0 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $0 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $0 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $96,012 |
| 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 | $46,946 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $142,958 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $15,000 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $1,000 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $0 |
| Payroll taxes | $0 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $2,400 |
| 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 | $9,310 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $0 |
| Insurance | $3,350 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $129,413 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $66,488 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Total assets | $66,488 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $980 |
| 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 | $980 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $65,508 |
| 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 | $66,488 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Optimist International has awarded $12,500 in support to 2 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
UNC ONCOLOGY TRUST FUND | | | $12,500 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Young Mens Christian Association Of Avery County Inc Linville, NC | $10,986,803 | $2,337,962 |
Akins Path Inc Brentwood, TN | $456,373 | $802,753 |
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Get In The Game Winston Salem, NC | $65,253 | $276,203 |
Capital District Key Club Ashland, VA | $180,225 | $229,795 |
Optimist International Herndon, VA | $281,595 | $257,129 |
W-Underdogs Inc Atlanta, GA | $53,074 | $229,092 |
Kids Boost Inc Cumming, GA | $240,262 | $317,927 |
Kinston Teens Kinston, NC | $171,834 | $111,660 |
Multicare Foundation Inc Greeneville, TN | $44,186 | $86,526 |
Optimist International Wilmington, NC | $66,488 | $142,958 |
Dale City Track Club Woodbridge, VA | $33,631 | $0 |