Zero Abuse Project
- Assets
- $746.5k
- Revenue
- $3.8m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 28
- Location
- St Paul, MN
- Founding
- 11/2018
- Data as of
- 12/2023
- EIN
- 82-4614993
Organization Overview
Zero Abuse Project is located in St Paul, MN. The organization was established in 2018. According to its NTEE Classification (I72) the organization is classified as: Child Abuse Prevention, under the broad grouping of Crime & Legal-Related and related organizations. As of 12/2023, Zero Abuse Project employed 28 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Zero Abuse Project 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 12/2023, Zero Abuse Project generated $3.8m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 6 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 19.6% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $3.8m during the year ending 12/2023. While expenses have increased by 24.6% per year over the past 6 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 2018, Zero Abuse Project has awarded 12 individual grants totaling $809,911. 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
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
TO PROTECT CHILDREN FROM ABUSE AND SEXUAL ASSAULT, BY ENGAGING PEOPLE AND RESOURCES THROUGH A TRAUMA-INFORMED APPROACH OF EDUCATION, RESEARCH, ADVOCACY, AND ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
EDUCATION AND TRAINING - FOCUSED ON TRAINING LAW ENFORCEMENT, LAWYERS, PROSECUTORS, AND ALLIED PROFESSIONALS TO SUCCESSFULLY RESPOND TO AND PREVENT CHILD SEXUAL ABUSE. PUBLIC EDUCATION TRAININGS ARE ALSO FACILITATED FOR CHURCHES, SCHOOLS, YOUTH ORGANIZATIONS, ETC. STAFF ARE ALSO STAYING CURRENT WITH THE LATEST RESEARCH IN THE FIELD AND DISSEMINATE REPORTS, SUMMARIES, ETC. RELATED TO ZAP'S MISSION. ALSO INCLUDES THE ANNUAL CONFERENCE HELD EACH YEAR DESIGNED TO BRING CROSS-DISCIPLINARY PROFESSIONALS TOGETHER TO LEARN AND SHARE THE LATEST IN COMBATTING CHILD SEXUAL ABUSE.
CENTER FOR FAITH AND CHILD PROTECTION - TO ASSIST FAITH COMMUNITIES IN DEVELOPING YOUTH PROTECTION POLICIES AND TRAIN FAITH LEADERS TO DEVELOP TRAUMA-INFORMED RESPONSES TO SURVIVORS OF CHILD SEX ABUSE.
SURVIVOR SUPPORT - INCLUDES EXPENSES RELATED TO THE JACOB WETTERLING RESOURCE CENTER (JWRC) AND OTHER VICTIM-RELATED PROGRAMS. JWRC WORKS TO END ALL FORMS OF CHILD MALTREATMENT THROUGH EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND PREVENTION WHILE ADVOCATING FOR AND SERVING CHILDREN, ADULT SURVIVORS, AND COMMUNITIES IN MINNESOTA. ALSO INCLUDES ACTIVITIES THAT CREATE AND DISSEMINATE TOOLS AND RESOURCES FOR SURVIVORS OF CHILDHOOD SEXUAL ABUSE. ZAP HOPES TO CREATE SPACES FOR SURVIVORS TO SHARE THEIR STORIES AND RECEIVE SUPPORT TO OVERCOME TRAUMA AND ITS LASTING EFFECTS. WE ALSO RECEIVED A THREE-YEAR GRANT FROM THE OFFICE FOR VICTIMS OF CRIME TO ASSIST CHILDREN'S ADVOCACY CENTERS IN IMPLEMENTING SPIRITUAL CARE PROGRAMS FOR MALTREATED CHILDREN AND ADULT SURVIVORS OF ABUSE. THIS GRANT WILL ALSO FUND THE FIRST MAJOR STUDY ON THE EFFECTIVENESS OF CAC CHAPLAINCY PROGRAMS IN ADDRESSING THE SPIRITUAL IMPACT OF CHILD ABUSE.
SPECIAL PROJECTS - INCLUDES EXPENSES RELATED TO THE ICAC GRANTS TO STRENGTHEN TECHNOLOGICAL INVESTIGATIVE CAPACITY THROUGH THE TRAINING AND THE DEVELOPMENT AND/OR ENHANCEMENT OF WIDELY USED INVESTIGATIVE TOOLS, METHODS, AND TECHNOLOGIES. THE GOAL IS TO INCREASE THE CAPCAITY OF LAW ENFORCEMENT, PROSECUTORS, AND OTHER PROFESSIONALS IN COMBATING CHILD PORNOGRAPHY AND ONLINE CHILD EXPLOITATION, INCLUDING CASES OF CHILD SEX TRAFFICING.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
David Lisak Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Joelle Casteix Chair | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Michael Galantino Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Michael Johnson Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Elizabeth Hobbs Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Steve Liga Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Excelsior Creative Llc Web Design/branding | 12/30/22 | $119,767 |
Lumix Benefit Llc Accounting | 12/30/22 | $101,052 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $26,968 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $2,553,160 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $313,603 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $2,893,731 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $912,860 |
| 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 | $1,485 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $14,008 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $3,822,084 |
| 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. | $725,904 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $180,821 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $1,314,634 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $319,314 |
| Payroll taxes | $151,525 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $119,782 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $728,627 |
| Advertising and promotion | $4,771 |
| Office expenses | $17,282 |
| Information technology | $7,524 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $57,688 |
| Travel | $346,971 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 |
| Interest | $7,012 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $4,263 |
| Insurance | $14,521 |
| All other expenses | -$436 |
| Total functional expenses | $3,829,571 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $256,154 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $208,685 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $221,825 |
| 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 | $34,065 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $5,132 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $20,679 |
| Total assets | $746,540 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $279,487 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $143,500 |
| 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 | $281,680 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $21,182 |
| Total liabilities | $725,849 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | -$84,484 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $105,175 |
| 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 | $746,540 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Zero Abuse Project has awarded $132,097 in support to 4 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
NORTHWEST ARKANSAS COMMUNITY COLLEGE PURPOSE: TO SUPPORT ORGANIZATION'S PROGRAM SERVICES | $37,715 |
AMERICAN PROFESSIONAL SOCIETY ON ABUSE OF CHILDREN PURPOSE: TO SUPPORT ORGANIZATION'S PROGRAM SERVICES | $8,445 |
LATINO HEALTH ACCESS PURPOSE: OUTREACH TO RAISE AWARENESS OF CVA ACTS | $44,002 |
CHILDREN'S ADVOCACY CENTERS OF MISSISSIPPI PURPOSE: EFFICACY STUDY OF CAST IN MISSISSIPPI | $41,935 |