Balanced Inc is located in Kansas City, MO. The organization was established in 2017. According to its NTEE Classification (K40) the organization is classified as: Nutrition, under the broad grouping of Food, Agriculture & Nutrition and related organizations. As of 12/2022, Balanced Inc employed 5 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Balanced 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 12/2022, Balanced Inc generated $737.2k in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 5 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 15.6% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $397.9k during the year ending 12/2022. While expenses have increased by 16.1% 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
2022
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
BALANCED IS A NUTRITION SECURITY AND PUBLIC HEALTH ADVOCACY ORGANIZATION. WE PROVIDE BOTH EDUCATION AND ENGAGE IN NUTRITION ADVOCACY WORK WITH VOLUNTEERS AND INSTITUTIONAL PARTNERS TO IMPROVE THE HEALTHFULNESS OF MENU OFFERINGS IN COMMUNITY INSTITUTIONS LIKE SCHOOLS, HOSPITALS, AND OFFICES.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
OUR ADVOCACY PROGRAM LAUNCHED THE FOCUS ON FIBER CAMPAIGN CALLING ATTENTION TO THE NEED FOR INCREASED DIETARY FIBER IN SCHOOL MEALS. WE LAUNCHED BOTH PUBLIC AWARENESS CAMPAIGNS AS WELL AS A CALL TO ACTION TO GARNER ENDORSEMENTS FOR INCREASING FIBER IN SCHOOL MEALS.
OUR INSTITUTIONAL SUPPORT PROGRAM WORKED WITH SCHOOL DISTRICTS, PARTNER NONPROFITS, AND OTHER INSTITUTIONS TO REDESIGN FOOD SERVICE MENUS, ASSIST WITH PROCUREMENT CONCERNS, SOURCE RECIPES AND INGREDIENTS, AND PROMOTE THEIR HEALTHIER MENUS. WE ALSO LAUNCHED A PRODUCT AND VENDOR DIRECTORY TO ASSIST INSTITUTIONAL FOOD SERVICE TEAMS WITH FINDING AND CONTACTING COMPANIES/VENDORS WHO CAN SUPPLY THEM WITH PRODUCTS AND INGREDIENTS ALIGNED WITH THEIR MENU CHANGES.
OUR NUTRITION POLICY PROGRAM WORKED WITH THE MASSACHUSETTS HEALTHY SCHOOL LUNCH COALITION TO INTRODUCE THE MASSACHUSETTS HEALTHY SCHOOL LUNCH BILL INTO THE EDUCATION COMMITTEE OF THE MASSACHUSETTS LEGISLATURE. THESE ACTIVITIES INCLUDED CREATING AND DISTRIBUTING EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS, BUILDING GRASSROOTS SUPPORT, AND WORKING WITH LEGISLATORS GET THE BILL INTRODUCED.
Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
---|---|---|---|
Katie Schloer Board Member | Officer | 0 | $0 |
Audrey Sanchez Executive Director | Officer | 60 | $60,073 |
Michel Greger Board Member | Officer | 0 | $0 |
Alexis Fox Board Member | Officer | 3 | $0 |
David Coman-Hidy Board Member | Officer | 0 | $0 |
Alice Coleman Development Specialist | 40 | $66,739 |
Statement of Revenue | |
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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 | $737,185 |
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $737,185 |
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 | $737,185 |
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. | $60,073 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $6,007 |
Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
Other salaries and wages | $209,906 |
Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
Other employee benefits | $30,149 |
Payroll taxes | $21,958 |
Fees for services: Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
Fees for services: Accounting | $750 |
Fees for services: Lobbying | $17,556 |
Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Other | $4,190 |
Advertising and promotion | $772 |
Office expenses | $2,694 |
Information technology | $35,090 |
Royalties | $0 |
Occupancy | $100 |
Travel | $6,095 |
Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $2,487 |
Interest | $0 |
Payments to affiliates | $0 |
Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $0 |
Insurance | $2,139 |
All other expenses | $3,608 |
Total functional expenses | $397,867 |
Balance Sheet | |
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Cash—non-interest-bearing | $585,955 |
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 | $585,955 |
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 | $585,955 |
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 | $585,955 |