Sophia Montessori Academy is located in Denver, CO. The organization was established in 2019. According to its NTEE Classification (B21) the organization is classified as: Preschools, under the broad grouping of Education and related organizations. As of 06/2022, Sophia Montessori Academy employed 8 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Sophia Montessori Academy 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, Sophia Montessori Academy generated $490.1k in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 4 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 41.9% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $310.9k during the year ending 06/2022. While expenses have increased by 31.7% 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.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2022
Describe the Organization's Mission:
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SOPHIA MONTESSORI IS DEDICATED TO SERVING CHILDREN AND FAMILIES BY INSPIRING A DEEP LOVE OF THE FAITH, TO ASSIST THEM IN BECOMING PROBLEM SOLVERS, CRITICAL THINKERS, AND FEARLESS LEADERS. THIS IS ACCOMPLISHED THROUGH A RIGOROUS, CLASSICALLY-BASED CURRICULUM FOLLOWING DR. MONTESSORI'S METHOD OF EDUCATION. OUR MISSION IS TO BRING THE CHILDREN INTO RELATIONSHIP WITH CHRIST THROUGH A WAY OF LIFE BASED IN TRUTH, BEAUTY AND GOODNESS AS WE LEAD THEM TO THEIR GOD-GIVEN POTENTIAL. OUR APPROACH IS FOUNDED ON THE REALITY OF CHRIST AND THE GOOD SHEPHERD. RELIGIOUS EDUCATION IS FOSTERED SPECIFICALLY THROUGH THE CATECHESIS OF THE GOOD SHEPHERD AND SUPPORTED THROUGH THE DIVINE LITURGY AND DAILY PRAYER.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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SOPHIA MONTESSORI EMPLOYS WELL-EDUCATED AND TRAINED STAFF TO ASSIST IN SERVING ALL ENROLLED STUDENTS AND FAMILIES THROUGH A CLASSICALLY BASED CURRICULUM BASED ON DR. MONTESSORI'S METHOD OF EDUCATION. THE STAFF MUST COMPLETE RIGOROUS TRAINING AND MAINTAIN THEIR CERTIFICATION THROUGH CONTINUED EDUCATION CLASSES AND OTHER CLASSES.
THE FACILITY AND CLASSROOM IS PROVIDED FOR STUDENTS' LEARNING ENVIRONMENT. ALL SPACES ARE KEPT IN ORDER AND CLEAN AT ALL TIMES. THE MATERIALS AND LESSONS OFFERED ARE FREQUENTLY ROTATED AND RENEWED THROUGHOUT THE SCHOOL YEAR. IN THE SUMMER MONTHS, THE OUTDOOR SPACES INCLUDES GARDENING ACTIVITIES AND WATER PLAY. SEASONAL CRAFTS AND FIELD TRIPS ARE PROVIDED TO ENCOURAGE CULTURAL EXPERIENCE.
FUNDRAISING ACTIVITIES PROVIDE TUITION SUPPORT FOR STUDENT AND FAMILIES AND SUPPORT CLASSROOM NEEDS THROUGHOUT THE YEAR. OUR LARGEST FUNDRAISER IS AN ANNUAL GALA.
Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
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Pauline Meert President, School Director | Officer | 40 | $40,000 |
Emma Hecker Office Manager/secretary | Officer | 40 | $36,000 |
Rudy Andras Board Member | Officer | 2 | $0 |
FR Joel Barstad Chaplain | Officer | 2 | $0 |
Joseph Orrino Board Member | Officer | 2 | $0 |
Irene Ortega Vice President | Officer | 2 | $0 |
Statement of Revenue | |
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Federated campaigns | $0 |
Membership dues | $0 |
Fundraising events | $48,510 |
Related organizations | $0 |
Government grants | $0 |
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $190,608 |
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $239,118 |
Total Program Service Revenue | $250,432 |
Investment income | $215 |
Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
Royalties | $375 |
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 | $490,140 |
Statement of Expenses | |
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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. | $108,400 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
Other salaries and wages | $54,010 |
Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
Other employee benefits | $3,338 |
Payroll taxes | $12,401 |
Fees for services: Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
Fees for services: Accounting | $2,325 |
Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Other | $10,263 |
Advertising and promotion | $25,351 |
Office expenses | $15,089 |
Information technology | $2,121 |
Royalties | $0 |
Occupancy | $48,284 |
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 | $12,024 |
Insurance | $6,770 |
All other expenses | $1,741 |
Total functional expenses | $310,864 |
Balance Sheet | |
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Cash—non-interest-bearing | $68,411 |
Savings and temporary cash investments | $180,545 |
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 | $19,051 |
Total assets | $268,007 |
Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $20 |
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 | -$2,747 |
Total liabilities | -$2,727 |
Net assets without donor restrictions | $270,734 |
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 | $268,007 |
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 2 grants that Sophia Montessori Academy has recieved totaling $45,289.
Awarding Organization | Amount |
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Temple Hoyne Buell Foundation Denver, CO PURPOSE: FURNITURE, FIXTURES AND EQUIPMENT, EXCLUDING OUTDOOR TURF (ONE PAYMENT CONDITIONAL) | $45,000 |
Amazonsmile Foundation Seattle, WA PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $289 |
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