Forward Edge International is located in Brush Prairie, WA. The organization was established in 1996. According to its NTEE Classification (Q30) the organization is classified as: International Development, under the broad grouping of International, Foreign Affairs & National Security and related organizations. As of 12/2023, Forward Edge International employed 14 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Forward Edge International 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, Forward Edge International generated $3.1m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 5 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 4.9% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $3.2m during the year ending 12/2023. While expenses have increased by 4.4% 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
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
TO TRANSFORM THE LIVES OF CHILDREN TRAPPED IN POVERTY THROUGH CHRIST-CENTERED, HOLISTIC CARE.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
FORWARD EDGE INTERNATIONAL'S (FEI) PROGRAM IN MANAGUA, NICARAGUA - VILLA ESPERANZA - IS A FIVE-FOLD MINISTRY AIMED AT HELPING CHILDREN OVERCOME THE CYCLE OF POVERTY. THIS PROGRAM CURRENTLY SERVES MORE THAN 2,160 NICARAGUANS WITH A HOLISTIC RESIDENTIAL PROGRAM FOR AT-RISK GIRLS (INCLUDES MEALS, HOUSING, EDUCATION, COUNSELING, DISCIPLESHIP, AND HEALTHCARE), A SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM, A BOYS DISCIPLESHIP PROGRAM FOR CHILDREN IN LOCAL COMMUNITIES, A COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM IN PARTNERSHIP WITH LOCAL CHURCHES ALL AROUND MANAGUA, AND A PREGNANCY-PREVENTION TRAINING PROGRAM TAUGHT IN LOCAL SCHOOLS. FEI SENT 41 VOLUNTEERS IN 2023 TO ASSIST THE WORK AT THE VILLA ESPERANZA.
OTHER PROGRAMS INCLUDE SUPPORT TO FEEDING PROGRAMS AT CHILDRENS' HOMES IN HAITI & CUBA, AND DOMESTIC DISASTER RESPONSE, INCLUDING PUERTO RICO.
FEI'S PROGRAM IN OAXACA, MEXICO - TRIGO Y MIEL - SERVES MORE THAN 180 CHILDREN AND THEIR FAMILIES IN THE IMPOVERISHED COLONIA OF ZAACHILA THROUGH REGULAR NUTRITIOUS MEALS, SAFE DRINKING WATER, MEDICAL CHECK-UPS, A TUTORING PROGRAM, AND SPIRITUAL DISCIPLESHIP. FEI ALSO OPERATES A HOME-BUILDING AND BLOCK-MAKING BUSINESS IN OAXACA CALLED OPERATION ENDURING HOMES, THAT BUILDS HOMES FOR THE MATERIALLY POOR, AND PROVIDES JOBS FOR LOCAL FAMILIES. FEI SENT 119 VOLUNTEERS IN 2023 TO ASSIST THE WORK AT TRIGO Y MIEL.
FEI'S PROGRAMS IN KENYA, UGANDA, AND GHANA SERVE OVER 3,190 AT-RISK CHILDREN, PROVIDING DAILY MEALS, SAFE WATER, EDUCATION SUPPORT, SPIRITUAL DISCIPLESHIP, MEDICAL CARE, HOME CONSTRUCTION, BUSINESS TRAINING, AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT.
Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
---|---|---|---|
Brad Fenison Board Secretary | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
David Andersen Board Member | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Lisa Dasilva Board Member | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Jessica Cardwell Board Member | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Johna Shivers Board Member | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Greg Seifert Board Chair | Officer | 3 | $0 |
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 | $2,806,754 |
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $295,275 |
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $2,806,754 |
Total Program Service Revenue | $208,435 |
Investment income | $55,246 |
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 | $3,070,435 |
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. | $124,944 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $1,632 |
Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
Other salaries and wages | $771,726 |
Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
Other employee benefits | $103,414 |
Payroll taxes | $61,878 |
Fees for services: Management | $12,530 |
Fees for services: Legal | $5,000 |
Fees for services: Accounting | $7,250 |
Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Other | $0 |
Advertising and promotion | $214,807 |
Office expenses | $43,170 |
Information technology | $0 |
Royalties | $0 |
Occupancy | $53,970 |
Travel | $9,185 |
Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $14,956 |
Interest | $0 |
Payments to affiliates | $0 |
Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $17,328 |
Insurance | $6,563 |
All other expenses | $12,552 |
Total functional expenses | $3,157,468 |
Balance Sheet | |
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Cash—non-interest-bearing | $794,510 |
Savings and temporary cash investments | $540,246 |
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 | $37,431 |
Inventories for sale or use | $0 |
Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $10,605 |
Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $665,240 |
Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
Investments—other securities | $0 |
Investments—program-related | $0 |
Intangible assets | $0 |
Other assets | $1,038 |
Total assets | $2,049,070 |
Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $63,021 |
Grants payable | $0 |
Deferred revenue | $235,815 |
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 | $66,000 |
Other liabilities | $0 |
Total liabilities | $364,836 |
Net assets without donor restrictions | $1,674,764 |
Net assets with donor restrictions | $9,470 |
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 | $2,049,070 |