The Branson School
- Assets
- $85.5m
- Revenue
- $25.9m
- Investments
- $31.1k
- Employees
- 141
- Location
- Ross, CA
- Founding
- 11/1948
- Data as of
- 06/2021
- EIN
- 94-0338330
Organization Overview
The Branson School is located in Ross, CA. The organization was established in 1948. 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 06/2021, Branson School employed 141 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Branson School 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 06/2021, Branson School generated $25.9m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 6 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 5.7% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $24.7m during the year ending 06/2021. While expenses have increased by 4.7% 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.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2021
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
TO PROVIDE A QUALITY EDUCATION TO STUDENTS GRADE 9 THROUGH 12.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
THE BRANSON SCHOOL MAINTAINS AND CONDUCTS A SECONDARY SCHOOL FOR APPROXIMATELY 320 GIRLS AND BOYS IN WHICH THEY ARE PROVIDED WITH SUCH INSTRUCTION AND EDUCATION THAT SHALL BE ADEQUATE FOR THE PREPARATION OF STUDENTS FOR ADMISSION TO UNIVERSITIES AND COLLEGES OF THE HIGHEST ATTAINMENT. THE BRANSON SCHOOL ENCOURAGES STUDENTS TO THINK CRITICALLY, COMMUNICATE CLEARLY, DEVELOP THEIR INDIVIDUAL TALENTS AND INTERESTS, AND PURSUE A LIFE-LONG PASSION FOR LEARNING.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Christina Mazzola Head Of School | Officer | 40 | $492,465 |
Benjamin Pastor Chief Advancement Officer | 40 | $216,277 | |
Jeffrey K Symonds English & Music Teacher | 40 | $199,457 | |
Amber Johnson Director Of Finance | 40 | $181,851 | |
David Hanson Cfoo (started 6/22/20) | Officer | 40 | $175,768 |
David Scott English Teacher | 40 | $166,262 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Covington & Burling Llp Legal Services | 6/29/20 | $748,555 |
Peak Building Services Janitorial Services | 6/29/20 | $176,616 |
Covington & Burling Llp Legal Services | 6/29/20 | $748,555 |
Peak Building Services Janitorial Services | 6/29/20 | $176,616 |
Peak Building Services Janitorial Services | 6/29/20 | $176,616 |
Covington & Burling Llp Legal Services | 6/29/20 | $748,555 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $841,167 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $2,961,761 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $304,692 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $3,802,928 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $17,792,902 |
| Investment income | $1,192,197 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | -$24,588 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $3,180,888 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $25,945,124 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $2,644,408 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $869,350 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $608,580 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $9,427,730 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $558,377 |
| Other employee benefits | $1,255,878 |
| Payroll taxes | $680,196 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $113,221 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $64,279 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $35,300 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $115,990 |
| Fees for services: Other | $1,450,241 |
| Advertising and promotion | $178,583 |
| Office expenses | $152,218 |
| Information technology | $601,872 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $947,049 |
| Travel | $24,738 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $99,663 |
| Interest | $734,397 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $1,542,454 |
| Insurance | $264,009 |
| All other expenses | $2,310,813 |
| Total functional expenses | $24,663,890 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $10,970,566 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $1,332,869 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $453,661 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $664,686 |
| 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 | $187,144 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $19,981,464 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $51,873,808 |
| Investments—other securities | $31,076 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $85,495,274 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $3,519,408 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $9,603,399 |
| Tax-exempt bond liabilities | $23,607,819 |
| 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 | $36,730,626 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $14,656,498 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $34,108,150 |
| 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 | $85,495,274 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 25 grants that The Branson School has recieved totaling $837,687.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
J-P Conte Family Foundation San Francisco, CA PURPOSE: SUPPORT THE EDUCATION OF YOUNG PEOPLE. | $200,000 |
Schwab Charitable Fund San Francisco, CA PURPOSE: EDUCATION | $187,583 |
Goldman Sachs Philanthropy Fund New York, NY PURPOSE: EDUCATION | $130,000 |
Bny Mellon Charitable Gift Fund Boston, MA PURPOSE: TO FURTHER THE ORGANIZATION'S EXEMPT PURPOSE | $85,000 |
Crabill Family Foundation San Francisco, CA PURPOSE: TO HELP IN CHALLENGES AND SUPPORTS STUDENTS | $50,000 |
Dm3 Fund St Louis, MO PURPOSE: GENERAL OPERATING FUND | $30,000 |
Endowment Analysis
| Beg. Balance | $25,933,133 |
| Earnings | $6,514,861 |
| Net Contributions | $45,075 |
| Other Expense | $981,251 |
| Ending Balance | $31,511,818 |
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|---|---|---|
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