The Early Learning Coalition Of Southwest Florida Inc

Organization Overview

The Early Learning Coalition Of Southwest Florida Inc is located in Fort Myers, FL. The organization was established in 2002. According to its NTEE Classification (B01) the organization is classified as: Alliances & Advocacy, under the broad grouping of Education and related organizations. As of 06/2022, Early Learning Coalition Of Southwest Florida Inc employed 62 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Early Learning Coalition Of Southwest Florida 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 06/2022, Early Learning Coalition Of Southwest Florida Inc generated $68.4m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 4 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 9.9% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $68.5m during the year ending 06/2022. While expenses have increased by 10.0% per year over the past 4 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.

Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing

TAX YEAR

2022

Describe the Organization's Mission:

Part 3 - Line 1

THE ORGANIZATION'S PRIMARY EXEMPT PURPOSE IS TO ENHANCE THE QUALITY OF CHILDREN'S LIVES BY PROVIDING FAMILIES, EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATORS, CARE- GIVERS AND COMMUNITY PARTNERS IN COLLIER, GLADES, HENDRY AND LEE COUNTIES, WITH OPPORTUNITIES TO POSITIVELY IMPACT THE FUTURE. THE EARLY LEARNING PROGRAMS HAVE HIGH QUALITY STANDARDS, COMPREHENSIVE SERVICES, SEAMLESS DELIVERY SYSTEMS WITH DIVERSE SETTINGS, AND WELL-EDUCATED, COMPETENT STAFF. THE DELIVERY SYSTEMS FOR SCHOOL READINESS PROGRAMS ARE COMPRISED OF CHILD CARE PROVIDERS AND OF SCHOOL-BASED SITES OPERATED BY PUBLIC AND NONPUBLIC SCHOOLS.

Describe the Organization's Program Activity:

Part 3 - Line 4a

SCHOOL READINESS (SR) PROGRAMS - EMPOWERS PARENTS AS A CHILD'S FIRST TEACHER AND HELPS THEM PREPARE THEIR CHILDREN TO BE READY FOR SCHOOL THROUGH ENROLLMENT WITH SR PROVIDERS. THE PROVIDERS OFFER DEVELOPMENTALLY APPROPRIATE CURRICULUM; SUITABLE STAFF TO CHILDREN RATIOS TO ENSURE THE SUCCESS OF EACH CHILD; AND THE ABILITY FOR PARENTS TO MAKE AN INFORMED CHOICE ABOUT THE EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAM THAT BEST FITS THEIR FAMILY'S NEED. THE EARLY LEARNING COALITION OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA SUPPORTS THE STATE PROGRAM IN COLLIER, GLADES, HENDRY AND LEE COUNTIES BY CONTRACTING FOR SUBSIDIZED CHILD CARE SERVICES WITH 204 SCHOOL READINESS PROVIDERS; PROVIDING TRAINING AND TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE FOR SR PROVIDERS; 9,517 CHILDREN PARTICIPATED IN THE SCHOOL READINESS PROGRAM.


VOLUNTARY PRE-KINDERGARTEN (VPK)- A LEGISLATIVELY MANDATED, STATEWIDE PROGRAM DESIGNED TO PREPARE EVERY FOUR-YEAR-OLD AND YOUNGER FIVE-YEAR-OLDS IN FLORIDA FOR KINDERGARTEN AND BUILD THE FOUNDATION FOR THEIR EDUCATIONAL SUCCESS. THE VPK PROGRAM GIVES EACH CHILD AN OPPORTUNITY FOR PREPARATION TO PERFORM BETTER IN SCHOOL AND THROUGHOUT LIFE THROUGH PARTICIPATION IN VPK. PROVIDERS CONTRACT TO ASSURE HIGH LITERACY STANDARDS, ACCOUNTABILITY, APPROPRIATE CURRICULUM, SUBSTANTIAL INSTRUCTION PERIODS, MANAGEABLE CLASS SIZES, AND QUALIFIED INSTRUCTORS. THE EARLY LEARNING COALITION OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA SUPPORTS THE VPK PROGRAM IN COLLIER, GLADES, HENDRY AND LEE COUNTIES BY CONTRACTING FOR VOLUNTARY PRE-KINDERGARTEN SERVICES AND SUPPORTING THE DEVELOPMENT OF HIGH QUALITY VPK PROVIDERS. THE PROGRAM IS AVAILABLE FOR FOUR AND FIVE-YEAR-OLD CHILDREN IN 262 SITES SERVING 7,726 CHILDREN IN OUR 4-COUNTY REGION.


OUTREACH & AWARENESS: THE EARLY LEARNING COALITION OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA SUPPORTS THE VPK PROGRAM IN COLLIER, GLADES, HENDRY AND LEE COUNTIES BY: MONITORING CONTRACTED VPK CHILD CARE PROVIDERS FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE STATEWIDE VPK CONTRACT AND VPK PROVIDERS UNDER THE REDLAND CHRISTIAN MIGRANT ASSOCIATION INCLUDING, BUT NOT EXCLUSIVE TO, ASSESSMENT CREDENTIALLING, CLASS RATIO AS WELL AS GENERAL HEALTH AND SAFETY REQUIREMENTS. OUTREACH ACTIVITIES AND ADVERTISING TO RAISE PUBLIC AWARENESS OF THE AVAILABILITY OF THE VOLUNTARY PRE-KINDERGARTEN SERVING TO PROMOTE ENROLLMENT OF CHILDREN IN THE VPK PROGRAM.


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Board, Officers & Key Employees

Name (title)Compensation
Dr Kelly Roy
Interim Boar
$0
Douglas Szabo
Vice Chair
$0
Brooke Delmotte
Treasurer
$0
Dr Elizabeth Mcbride
Secretary
$0
Alex Breault
Member
$0
Laura Bright
Member
$0

Outside Vendors & Contractors

Vendor Name (Service)Compensation
Child Care Of Southwest Florida Inc
Daycare
$1,355,825
Kid's World Preschool Inc
Daycare
$1,113,496
Wellington Academy Llc
Daycare
$895,318
Open Doors Preschool
Daycare
$1,282,511
Odyssey Childcare Center
Daycare
$513,459
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Financial Statements

Statement of Revenue
Federated campaigns$0
Membership dues$0
Fundraising events$0
Related organizations$0
Government grants $68,314,719
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$68,314,719
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 $68,403,647

Grants Awarded

Over the last fiscal year, The Early Learning Coalition Of Southwest Florida Inc has awarded $48,446,005 in support to 2 organizations.

Grant RecipientAmount

REDLANDS CHRISTIAN

PURPOSE: VPK

$47,106,972

CHILDCARE PAYMENTS

PURPOSE: VPK & SR

$1,339,033
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