Center For Sacred Studies Morningstar Foundation
- Assets
- $167.8k
- Revenue
- $521.9k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 8
- Location
- Guerneville, CA
- Founding
- 07/2002
- Data as of
- 12/2022
- EIN
- 77-0572410
Organization Overview
Center For Sacred Studies Morningstar Foundation is located in Guerneville, CA. The organization was established in 2002. According to its NTEE Classification (X99) the organization is classified as: Religion-Related N.E.C., under the broad grouping of Religion-Related and related organizations. As of 12/2022, Center For Sacred Studies Morningstar Foundation employed 8 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Center For Sacred Studies Morningstar 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 12/2022, Center For Sacred Studies Morningstar Foundation generated $521.9k in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 8 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 0.5% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $804.6k during the year ending 12/2022. While expenses have increased by 8.9% per year over the past 8 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.
Since 2014, Center For Sacred Studies Morningstar Foundation has awarded 12 individual grants totaling $156,300. If you would like to learn more about the grant giving history of this organization, scroll down to the grant profile section of this page.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2022
Describe the Organization's Mission:
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THE CENTER FOR SACRED STUDIES (CSS) IS DEDICATED TO SUSTAINING WAYS OF LIFE BASED ON COLLABORATION AND RECIPROCITY WITH THE EARTH AND ALL HER BEINGS. CSS ACTIVITIES INCLUDE PROVIDING PRAYER SERVICES, CEREMONIES, AND A VARIETY OF GATHERINGS FOR WORSHIP ACCORDING TO VARIOUS TRADITIONS. THE PURPOSE OF THESE OFFERINGS IS TO INVITE INDIVIDUALS, FAMILIES AND THE COMMUNITY TO DEVELOP DEVOTION AND TO STRENGTHEN THEIR RELATIONSHIP TO THE DIVINE. CSS PROGRAMS INCLUDE DIRECTED STUDY AND MINISTERIAL TRAINING. THE DIRECTED STUDY EXPLORES METHODOLOGIES, PRACTICES, THEORIES, TRADITIONS, BELIEFS, SCRIPTURES, PHILOSOPHIES AND INDIVIDUAL SPIRITUAL EXPERIENCES. THE GOAL IS TO ENLIGHTEN AN INDIVIDUAL'S PRACTICE OF WORSHIP AND DAILY LIVING FOR THE PURPOSE OF LIVING ONE'S LIFE AS A WALKING PRAYER. THE MINISTRY TRAINING PREPARES ONE TO ASSIST OTHERS THROUGH THE "DIRECTED STUDY" AS LISTED ABOVE. THOSE GOING THROUGH THE CSS MINISTRY TRAINING MAY BE ORDAINED AND ABLE TO CONDUCT CEREMONIES, STUDY GROUPS, AND ASS
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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FISCAL SPONSORSHIPS: CENTER FOR SACRED STUDIES ACTS AS A FISCAL SPONSOR FOR VARIOUS PROGRAMS WHOSE MISSIONS ARE ALIGNED WITH OUR OWN TAX-EXEMPT MISSION AND GOALS. CENTER FOR SACRED STUDIES OFFERS SERVICES IN ACCOUNTING, HUMAN RESOURCES, MENTORING, AND LEGAL AND ORGANIZATIONAL SUPPORT.
EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS:CSS PROGRAMS INCLUDE DIRECTED STUDY AND MINISTERIAL TRAINING. THE DIRECTED STUDY EXPLORES METHODOLOGIES, PRACTICES, THEORIES, TRADITIONS, BELIEFS, SCRIPTURES, PHILOSOPHIES AND INDIVIDUAL SPIRITUAL EXPERIENCES. THE GOAL IS TO ENLIGHTEN AN INDIVIDUALS PRACTICE OF WORSHIP AND DAILY LIVING FOR THE PURPOSE OF LIVING ONE'S LIFE AS A WALKING PRAYER.
THE CENTER FOR SACRED STUDIES CENTER AND EARTH & SPIRIT STORE:CSS HAS A PHYSICAL LOCATION IN GUERNEVILLE, CALIFORNIA WHERE WE CREATE SACRED SPACE WITH DIFFERENT CULTURAL TRADITIONS IN PRAYER AND THE SHARING OF KNOWLEDGE; ARE UNIFIED BY CULTURAL TRADITIONS; SERVE MIND, BODY, HEART AND SPIRIT; OFFER WORKSHOPS, CLASSES, AND ANCIENT HEALING MODALITIES; SELL CRYSTALS, BOOKS, JEWELRY, MUSIC AND ARTISAN ITEMS TO CREATE SACRED SPACE; AND IN THE SPIRIT OF COLLABORATION AND RECIPROCITY, BUILD BRIDGES OF UNDERSTANDING WITH OTHER HEALING CENTERS AND COMMUNITIES.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Darlene Hunter Treasurer | Officer | 20 | $32,439 |
Tricia Noble Director | Trustee | 3 | $26,600 |
Valerie Hausmann Director | Trustee | 5 | $15,710 |
Wendy Cummins President | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Audrey Reed Executive Dir. | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Ryan Brandenburg Director | Trustee | 5 | $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 | $364,324 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $364,324 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $99,343 |
| 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 | $388 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $57,871 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $521,926 |
| 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. | $74,749 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $48,149 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $105,300 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $0 |
| Payroll taxes | $17,446 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $2,737 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $268,502 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $0 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $13,493 |
| Travel | $100,880 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 |
| Interest | $6,543 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $58 |
| Insurance | $6,023 |
| All other expenses | $74,165 |
| Total functional expenses | $804,614 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $163,079 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $135 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $1,196 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $0 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $3,437 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $167,847 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $148,237 |
| Total liabilities | $148,237 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $0 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $19,610 |
| 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 | $167,847 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Center For Sacred Studies Morningstar Foundation has awarded $76,800 in support to 6 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
MINDAHI BASTISTA MUNOZ PURPOSE: COVID FUNDRAISER DONATION | $20,900 |
SACRED HEALING FOUNDATION PURPOSE: COVID FUNDRAISER DONATION | $7,500 |
SLIM BUTES AGRICULTURE PURPOSE: GARDEN FUNDING | $10,000 |
MINDAHI BASTISTA MUNOZ PURPOSE: COVID FUNDRAISER DONATION | $20,900 |
SACRED HEALING FOUNDATION PURPOSE: COVID FUNDRAISER DONATION | $7,500 |
SLIM BUTES AGRICULTURE PURPOSE: GARDEN FUNDING | $10,000 |