Open School Inc is located in Portland, OR. The organization was established in 1980. According to its NTEE Classification (B25) the organization is classified as: Secondary & High Schools, under the broad grouping of Education and related organizations. As of 06/2024, Open School Inc employed 75 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Open School 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 06/2024, Open School Inc generated $3.6m in total revenue. This represents a relatively dramatic decline in revenue. Over the past 9 years, the organization has seen revenues fall by an average of (4.8%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $4.6m during the year ending 06/2024. 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
2024
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
THE MISSION IS TO DEVELOP CONNECTION, CAPABILITY, AND CONFIDENCE IN DISCONNECTED YOUTH.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
STEP UP PROGRAM:DURING THE YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2024, THE STEP UP PROGRAM CONTINUED TO PROVIDE SCHOOL-YEAR TUTORING, MENTORING, LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT, ADVOCACY, AND SUMMER PROGRAM SERVICES FOR STUDENTS ENROLLED AT ROOSEVELT, FRANKLIN, AND LEODIS V. MCDANIEL HIGH SCHOOLS WHO AREIDENTIFIED AS NEEDING ACADEMIC AND SOCIAL SUPPORT TO SUCCEED IN THEIR PUBLIC HIGH SCHOOL. THE PROGRAM FOCUSES ON INTENSIVE ENGAGEMENT WITH INCOMING 9TH GRADERS, WITH CONTINUED SUPPORT THROUGH HIGH SCHOOL. STEP UP ENGAGES STUDENTS IN THE SUMMER PRIOR TO 9TH GRADE AND FOCUSES ON FULL, TIMELY CREDIT ATTAINMENT AND ACTIVE STUDENT ENGAGEMENT IN SCHOOL TO KEEP STUDENTS ON TRACK TO GRADUATE. THIS PROGRAM IS FUNDED BY A COMBINATION OF GRANTS AND CONTRACTS WITH PORTLAND PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT, THE PORTLAND CHILDREN'S LEVY, PRIVATE FOUNDATIONS, AND INDIVIUDAL DONORS.
OPEN SCHOOL EAST:THE OPEN SCHOOL EAST PROGRAM, IN PARTNERSHIP WITH CENTENNIAL, GRESHAM-BARLOW, PARKROSE, PORTLAND PUBLIC, REYNOLDS, AND DAVID DOUGLAS SCHOOL DISTRICTS, CONTINUED TO DEPLOY STRATEGIES DESIGNED TO ENGAGE AND ACCELERATE OFF-TRACK STUDENTS IN GRADES 9 THROUGH 12. USING EARLY-WARNING INDICATORS TO IDENTIFY YOUNG, MARGINALIZED STUDENTS AT RISK OF DROPPING OUT, THE ORGANIZATION PROVIDES STUDENTS WITH CULTURALLY INCLUSIVE, RELATIONSHIP-BASED, EXTENDED-DAY AND -YEAR SCHOOL PROGRAMMING WHICH FOCUSES ON ENGAGEMENT AND SKILL-ACCELERATION TO PREPARE THEM FOR POST-SECONDARY SUCCESS. STRATEGIES INCLUDE ACTIVE RECRUITMENT OF STUDENTS, SUMMER SOCIAL-EMOTIONAL LEADERSHIP ACADEMY, RESTORATIVE ACCOUNTABILITY, INTENSIVE FAMILY ENGAGEMENT, AND PREPARATION, EMPHASIZING CULTURAL IDENTITY, ESSENTIAL SKILLS, SOCIAL JUSTICE, AND THE ARTS. STAFF FROM PARTNER DISTRICTS ARE PROVIDED PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT IN BEST PRACTICES FOR ENGAGING MARGINALIZED STUDENTS, WHILE ASSISTING IN TEACHING STUDENTS AT THE SCHOOL. THE PROGRAM IS SUPPORTED BY THE FIVE PARTNER SCHOOL DISTRICTS AS WELL AS PRIVATE FOUNDATION AND INDIVIDUAL GIFTS.
Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
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Anne Lipsitz Board Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Terra Neilson Board President | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Erin Burris Board Member | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Joi Converse Board Member | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Daisy Dhillon D O Board Member | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Stephanie Flora Board Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
---|---|---|
P&c Construction Construction Services | 6/29/17 | $1,942,226 |
Center For Equity And Inclusion Equity Certificate Program Management, S | 6/29/17 | $122,871 |
Statement of Revenue | |
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Federated campaigns | $0 |
Membership dues | $0 |
Fundraising events | $22,000 |
Related organizations | $0 |
Government grants | $654,241 |
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $549,301 |
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $1,225,542 |
Total Program Service Revenue | $2,280,222 |
Investment income | $43,017 |
Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
Royalties | $0 |
Net Rental Income | $0 |
Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
Net Income from Fundraising Events | -$664 |
Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
Total Revenue | $3,550,020 |
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. | $307,368 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $221,224 |
Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
Other salaries and wages | $2,407,740 |
Pension plan accruals and contributions | $80,748 |
Other employee benefits | $266,500 |
Payroll taxes | $240,175 |
Fees for services: Management | $103,313 |
Fees for services: Legal | $139,417 |
Fees for services: Accounting | $24,156 |
Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
Fees for services: Fundraising | $99,420 |
Fees for services: Investment Management | $3,305 |
Fees for services: Other | $54,000 |
Advertising and promotion | $569 |
Office expenses | $52,497 |
Information technology | $0 |
Royalties | $0 |
Occupancy | $261,526 |
Travel | $7,800 |
Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 |
Interest | $23,138 |
Payments to affiliates | $0 |
Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $214,252 |
Insurance | $67,950 |
All other expenses | $0 |
Total functional expenses | $4,647,984 |
Balance Sheet | |
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Cash—non-interest-bearing | $258 |
Savings and temporary cash investments | $1,149,044 |
Pledges and grants receivable | $111,183 |
Accounts receivable, net | $346,652 |
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 | $26,760 |
Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $5,100,504 |
Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
Investments—other securities | $0 |
Investments—program-related | $0 |
Intangible assets | $0 |
Other assets | $418,458 |
Total assets | $7,152,859 |
Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $96,114 |
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 | $468,014 |
Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
Other liabilities | $475,029 |
Total liabilities | $1,039,157 |
Net assets without donor restrictions | $6,084,914 |
Net assets with donor restrictions | $28,788 |
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 | $7,152,859 |