Children First Inc
- Assets
- $8.9m
- Revenue
- $13.3m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 256
- Location
- Sarasota, FL
- Founding
- 07/1998
- Data as of
- 12/2021
- EIN
- 59-0968249
Organization Overview
Children First Inc is located in Sarasota, FL. The organization was established in 1998. According to its NTEE Classification (B21) the organization is classified as: Preschools, under the broad grouping of Education and related organizations. As of 12/2021, Children First Inc employed 256 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Children First 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 12/2021, Children First Inc generated $13.3m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 7 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 8.2% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $12.9m during the year ending 12/2021. While expenses have increased by 7.7% 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
IN 2021, CHILDREN FIRST PROVIDED EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION AND FAMILY STRENGTHENING SERVICES TO 757 AT-RISK CHILDREN, AGES BIRTH TO 5, AND THEIR FAMILIES. CHILDREN RECEIVE HIGH QUALITY EDUCATION TO ENSURE HEALTHY DEVELOPMENT AND KINDERGARTEN READINESS.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
HEAD START - SERVING AT-RISK AND ECONOMICALLY VULNERABLE FAMILIES WITH YOUNG CHILDREN, HEAD START IS A PROGRAM TAILORED FOR CHILDREN THREE TO FIVE YEARS OF AGE WHICH PROVIDES EARLY EDUCATION, HEALTH, DENTAL, VISION, HEARING AND DEVELOPMENTAL SCREENINGS, AND COORDINATION OF APPROPRIATE THERAPIES TO ADDRESS THE INDIVIDUAL CHILD'S NEEDS. SERVICES ALSO INCLUDE SUPPORT FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY THROUGH FAMILY STRENGTHENING CLASSES AND INDIVIDUAL FAMILY GOAL SETTING TO ACHIEVE ECONOMIC SELF SUFFICIENCY. 333 CHILDREN WERE SERVED DURING THE 2021 CALENDAR YEAR (FOR THE 2020-21 ACADEMIC YEAR - 196 CHILDREN WERE SERVED FROM JAN - JUNE; 137 ADDITIONAL CHILDREN WERE ENROLLED FROM AUGUST - DECEMBER). THIS IS AN UNDUPLICATED COUNT. PROGRAM OF EXCELLENCE DESIGNATION RENEWAL OBTAINED IN 2021 DESIGNATING CHILDREN FIRST AMONGST THE TOP 1% OF HEAD START / EARLY HEAD START PROGRAMS NATIONWIDE.
EARLY HEAD START - ALSO SERVING AT-RISK AND ECONOMICALLY VULNERABLE FAMILIES WITH VERY YOUNG CHILDREN, EARLY HEAD START IS A PROGRAM DESIGNED FOR EXPECTANT FAMILIES AND THEIR CHILDREN, BIRTH TO THREE YEARS OF AGE. FOLLOWING THE COMPREHENSIVE HEAD START MODEL, PROGRAM PROVIDES CHILDREN AND FAMILIES WITH A WIDE ARRAY OF EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT, HEALTH, AND SUPPORT SERVICES. 412 CHILDREN WERE SERVED DURING THE 2021 CALENDAR YEAR (FOR THE 2020/21 ACADEMIC YEAR - 304 CHILDREN WERE SERVED FROM JAN - JUNE; 108 ADDITIONAL CHILDREN WERE ENROLLED FROM AUGUST - DECEMBER). THIS IS AN UNDUPLICATED COUNT. PROGRAM OF EXCELLENCE DESIGNATION RENEWAL OBTAINED IN 2021.
EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION - THE EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION PROGRAM IS BASED ON THE HEAD START/EARLY HEAD START MODEL THIS PROGRAM IS FOR CHILDREN SIX WEEKS TO FIVE YEARS OF AGE. THE CHILDREN AND FAMILIES RECEIVE HIGH QUALITY SERVICES AND ARE PROVIDED VERY SIGNIFICANT SCHOLARSHIP SUPPORT. IN ADDITION TO THE 12 FULL TIME EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION CLIENTS, CHILDREN FIRST SERVED 62 CHILDREN IN EXTENDED BEFORE AND AFTER CARE PROGRAMS ON AVERAGE EACH MONTH. THE SUMMER LEARNING PROGRAM SERVED 322 CHILDREN (DUPLICATED COUNT), WHICH INCLUDES CHILDREN WHO WERE SERVED DURING THE SCHOOL YEAR IN HEAD START OR EARLY HEAD START PROGRAMS IN 2021.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Philip Tavill President & CEO | Officer | 40 | $239,047 |
Jessica Rogers Highest Compensated Employee | 40 | $193,050 | |
Kathleen Sullivan Highest Compensated Employee | 40 | $125,023 | |
Keith Johnson Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 0.5 | $0 |
Katrina Otchet Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Andrea Johnson Director | Trustee | 0.5 | $0 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Iventure Solutions It Support | 12/30/21 | $149,093 |
Fontana Consulting Cfo/accounting Services | 12/30/21 | $213,060 |
Brilliant Harvest Llc Solar Panels (Purchase/install) | 12/30/21 | $202,520 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $173,899 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $8,492,693 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $3,553,452 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $12,220,044 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $599,304 |
| Investment income | $2,208 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $491,280 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $13,314,523 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| 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. | $268,850 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $268,850 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $7,646,077 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $441,230 |
| Other employee benefits | $914,020 |
| Payroll taxes | $590,849 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $0 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $913,955 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $28,367 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $994 |
| 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 | $354,845 |
| Insurance | $167,944 |
| All other expenses | $1,027,610 |
| Total functional expenses | $12,882,014 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $0 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $3,789,542 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $135,764 |
| 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 | $264,352 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $4,691,676 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $7,709 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $17,499 |
| Total assets | $8,906,542 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $400,076 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $1,295,072 |
| 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 | $96,849 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $0 |
| Total liabilities | $1,791,997 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $7,017,815 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $96,730 |
| 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 | $8,906,542 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 2 grants that Children First Inc has recieved totaling $20,000.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Wilson - Wood Foundation Inc Nokomis, FL PURPOSE: COMPREHENSIVE SERVICES FOR CHILDREN/FAMILIES | $15,000 |
Allyn Foundation Incorporated A Delaware Corp Hinsdale, IL PURPOSE: YOUTH SERVICES | $5,000 |
Endowment Analysis
| Beg. Balance | $92,212 |
| Earnings | $1,880 |
| Ending Balance | $94,092 |
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