Arete Schools United
- Assets
- $73.0k
- Revenue
- $210.0k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 0
- Location
- Dubois, WY
- Founding
- 08/2016
- Data as of
- 12/2021
- EIN
- 81-3186397
Organization Overview
Arete Schools United is located in Dubois, WY. The organization was established in 2016. According to its NTEE Classification (B12) the organization is classified as: Fund Raising & Fund Distribution, under the broad grouping of Education and related organizations. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Arete Schools United 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, Arete Schools United generated $210.0k in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 5 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 38.6% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $196.3k during the year ending 12/2021. While expenses have increased by 48.3% per year over the past 5 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
ARETE SCHOOLS UNITED EXISTS TO AIDE SCHOOLS IN PROVIDING EDUCATION TO UNDER SERVED COMMUNITIES AND CHILDREN WITH LIMITED ACCESS TO QUALITY EDUCATION. INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, OPERATIONAL SUPPORT AND THE PHYSICAL CONSTRUCTION OF SCHOOLS IN SUCH COMMUNITIES.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
ARETE CONTRIBUTED TO THE PRIMARY FUNDING FOR OPERATION OF A SCHOOL IN THE UNDERSERVED COMMUNITY OF PALACAGUINA, NICARAGUA. FUNDS WERE USED TO PROVIDE A BI-LINGUAL, QUALITY EDUCATION TO 168 STUDENTS IN PALACAGUINA GRADES PREK-3 THROUGH 4TH GRADE. THIS OPERATIONAL FUNDING INCLUDES: PROVIDING UNIFORMS TO STUDENTS, BOOKS AND CLASSROOM SUPPLIES, CLASSROOM FURNITURE/DESKS, SALARIES FOR TEACHERS AND ADMINISTRATIVE PERSONEL, TEACHER TRAINING, AS WELL AS DAILY EXPENSES REQUIRED FOR THE OPERATION OF SCHOOL.
ARETE CONTRIBUTED FUNDS FOR THE CONSTRUCTION AND EQUIPPING OF A SCHOOL IN THE UNDER-SERVED COMMUNITY OF PALACAGUINA, NICARAGUA. FUNDS IN 2021 WERE USED TO BUILD AND EQUIP A 4TH GRADE CLASSROOM, BUILD A SCHOOL KITCHEN AND CAFETERIA, COMPLETE SAFETY FENCING AND WALLS, BEGIN CONSTRUCTION OF A 5TH/6TH GRADE CLASSROOM BUILDING, COMPLETE A MIDDLE SCHOOL PLAYGROUND, GENERAL IMPROVEMENTS SUCH AS SIDEWALKS, SECURITY CAMERAS, AND COOLING FANS, AND OVERALL MAINTENANCE ITEMS SUCH AS PAINTING, DRAINAGE PROJECTS, AND SUCH.
IN ADDITION TO FUNDING EDUCATION AND SCHOOL CONSTRUCTION, ARETE CONTRIBUTED FUNDS FOR COMMUNITY SERVICE PROJECTS IN 2021 TO HELP IMPOVERISHED COMMUNITIES AND FAMILIES. PROJECTS INCLUDE 2 ONGOING, WEEKEND FOOD OUTREACHES SERVING MORE THAN 170 CHILDREN IN THE COMMUNITIES OF LA TUNA AND EL TAMARINDO AND DISTRIBUTION OF 90,205 MEALS TO HUNGRY FAMILIES. IN TOTAL, ARETE ASSISTED IN THE DELIVERY OF 120,691 MEALS IN 2021. OTHER COMMUNITY PROJECTS INCLUDE: THE REBUILDING OF A BRIDGE DESTROYED BY HURRICANES TO THE LA PLASUELA COMMUNITY AND THE REBUILDING OF TWO HOMES DESTROYED BY HURRICANES, ONE HOME DESTROYED BY A FIRE, AND ONE HOME FOR A FAMILY IN SEVERE NEED. ANOTHER SERVICE OUTREACH PROGRAM SERVICE WAS THE MONTHLY SUPPORT OF AN ELDERLY WIDOW AND MONTHLY SUPPORT OF A FAMILY IN NEED.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Brenton Scott Witonski President Of The Board Of Directors | OfficerTrustee | 25 | $0 |
Edward Witonski Vice President Of The Board Of Directors | Trustee | 5 | $0 |
Deborah Witonski Secretary/treasurer Of The Board Of Directors | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Tim Ezell Board Member | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Bruce Gilson Board Member | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Joanna Blocker Board Member | Trustee | 2 | $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 | $210,036 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $210,036 |
| 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 | $210,036 |
| 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. | $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 | $0 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Information technology | $506 |
| 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 | $0 |
| All other expenses | $195,747 |
| Total functional expenses | $196,253 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $72,955 |
| 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 | $72,955 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Total liabilities | $0 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $72,955 |
| 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 | $72,955 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 1 grants that Arete Schools United has recieved totaling $121.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Amazonsmile Foundation Seattle, WA PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $121 |
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