Shep Ty
- Assets
- $109.2k
- Revenue
- $346.9k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 2
- Location
- Inglewood, CA
- Founding
- 02/2004
- Data as of
- 12/2021
- EIN
- 73-1687650
Organization Overview
Shep Ty, operating under the name Embrace Game Changer, is located in Inglewood, CA. The organization was established in 2004. According to its NTEE Classification (A23) the organization is classified as: Cultural & Ethnic Awareness, under the broad grouping of Arts, Culture & Humanities and related organizations. As of 12/2021, Embrace Game Changer employed 2 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Embrace Game Changer 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, Embrace Game Changer generated $346.9k in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 7 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 11.6% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $353.5k during the year ending 12/2021. While expenses have increased by 11.8% 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
EMBRACE UTILIZES COMMUNITY SERVICE TO CREATE ENVIRONMENTS THAT ALLOW PEOPLE FROM ALL WALKS OF LIFE TO SPEND QUALITY TIME TOGETHER WORKING TOWARD A COMMON CAUSE. THE ORGANIZATION IS BUILT ON THE PHILOSOPHY THAT SERVING COMMUNITIES IN NEED BRINGS PEOPLE TOGETHER.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
GAME CHANGER PROGRAM:GAME CHANGER PROGRAM IS AN EXPERIEMTIAL LEARNING MODEL ROOTED IN BEHAVIORAL PSYCHOLOGY THAT UTILIZES SPORTING EVENTS TO CREATE A SAFE SPACE FOR MODERATED COMMUNICATION BETWEEN MEMBERS OF THE GENERAL PUBLIC AND LAW ENFORCEMENT, TO PREVENT VIOLENT/DEADLY ENTERACTIONS BETWEEN LAW ENFORCEMENT AND CIVILIAN MEMBERS OF THE COMMMUNITY. THE ULTIMATE GOALS FOR GAME CHANGERS IS FOR PARTICIPATES TO BECOME BETTER EDUCATED ABOUT ONE ANOTHER, LEADING TO CHANGES IN PERCEPTION AND BEHAVIOR, LEADING TO A CHANGE IN OUTCOMES. AT THE END OF 2021, GAME CHANGER HOSTED A TOTAL OF 126 EVENTS FROM 10 DIFFERENT STATES WITH 57 LAW ENFORCEMENT AGENCIES. THIS INCLUDED A TOTAL OF 749 LAW ENFORCEMENT PARTICIPANTS AND 1,466 CIVILIAN PARTICIPANTS.
VIRTUAL TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM:VIRTUAL TECHNOLOGY IS A PROGRAM FUNDED BY DEPT OF HOMELAND SECURITY TO DO RESEARCH IN DEVELOPING AN IMMERSIVE TECHNOLOGY PROTOTYPE THAT FEATURES INTERACTIVE TRAINING SCENARIOS DESIGNED TO EDUCATE, EXPOSE AND BRING ABOUT CHANGES IN PERCEPTION.
MODERATION SERVICES - SEE SCHEDULE O NUMBER 04 FOR ACCOMPLISHMENTS
COPS & CONVICTS - SEE SCHEDULE O NUMBER 04 FOR ACCOMPLISHMENTS
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Sean Sheppard Ceoexec Director | 50 | $207,530 | |
Stuart Tryon-Ceo Tryon Secur Risk Secretary | Officer | 2 | $0 |
Dr Aaron Bruce-Chief Divers Art Ctr Board Chair | Officer | 2 | $0 |
Edwin Cruz-Princ Cruz Campbell Fin Treasurer | Officer | 2 | $0 |
Rick Wall-Retired Chief Of Police Board Member | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Michael Files-Active Duty Us Navy Board Member | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $257,637 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $88,916 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $346,553 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $379 |
| 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 | $346,932 |
| 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. | $191,278 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $8,558 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $64,000 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $13,718 |
| Payroll taxes | $16,747 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $618 |
| 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 | $34,199 |
| Advertising and promotion | $52 |
| Office expenses | $0 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $17,206 |
| Travel | $1,272 |
| 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 | $2,980 |
| All other expenses | $6,115 |
| Total functional expenses | $353,505 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $12,239 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $64,799 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $30,642 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $1,530 |
| 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 | $109,210 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $0 |
| 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 | $30,641 |
| Other liabilities | $0 |
| Total liabilities | $30,641 |
| 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 | $78,569 |
| Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $109,210 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 1 grants that Shep Ty has recieved totaling $10,000.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Morrison & Foerster Foundation San Francisco, CA PURPOSE: GAME CHANGER PROGRAM | $10,000 |
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|---|---|---|
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American Indian Health & Services Corporation Santa Barbara, CA | $10,365,655 | $13,137,792 |
River Of Life Foundation Santa Clara, CA | $1,212,027 | $11,599,827 |
Destination Crenshaw Los Angeles, CA | $35,511,106 | $11,299,025 |
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Napa Valley Festival Association Walnut Creek, CA | $13,659,159 | $11,728,133 |
Apano Communities United Fund Portland, OR | $4,683,636 | $5,442,613 |
Puente De La Costa Sur Pescadero, CA | $6,663,176 | $5,921,974 |