Blue Skies For Children Inc
- Assets
- $3.3m
- Revenue
- $3.2m
- Investments
- $555.4k
- Employees
- 71
- Location
- Oakland, CA
- Founding
- 06/1981
- Data as of
- 09/2021
- EIN
- 94-2701342
Organization Overview
Blue Skies For Children Inc is located in Oakland, CA. The organization was established in 1981. According to its NTEE Classification (P33) the organization is classified as: Child Day Care, under the broad grouping of Human Services and related organizations. As of 09/2021, Blue Skies For Children Inc employed 71 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Blue Skies For Children 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 09/2021, Blue Skies For Children Inc generated $3.2m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 6 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 6.6% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $2.5m during the year ending 09/2021. While expenses have increased by 2.5% 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
THE MISSION OF BLUESKIES IS TO PRAC- TICE AND TEACH AN OPTIMAL APPROACH TO EDUCATION AND CARE OF YOUNG CHILDREN BASED ON THE INTERRELATED DISCIPLINES OF HUMAN DEVELOPMENT. SUCH AN APPROACH SUSTAINS AND SUPPORTS TODAYS CHILDREN AND FAMILIES AND PROVIDES A MODEL [CONTINUED]
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
ELLEN SHERWOOD NURSERY SCHOOLBLUE SKIES FOR CHILDREN PROVIDES HIGH QUALITY, LICENSED, FULL DAY YEAR ROUND CHILD CARE AND EDUCATION TO 54 CHILDREN FROM THE AGES OF 2.5 YEARS TO KINDERGARTEN ENTRY.
HEDCO INFANT TODDLER CENTERBLUE SKIES FOR CHILDREN PROVIDES HIGH QUALITY, LICENSED, FULL DAY YEAR ROUND CHILD CARE AND EDUCATION TO 38 CHILDREN FROM THE AGES OF 2 MONTHS TO 2.5 YEARS.
ADULT EDUCATIONBLUE SKIES FOR CHILDREN:(1) PROVIDES CONSULTATION AND TRAINING TO STAFF AT OTHER LOCAL CHILD CARE CENTERS AND THE OAKLAND UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT TO IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF CARE FOR THE CHILDREN ENROLLED THERE, AND(2) PRODUCES TEACHER EDUCATION MATERIALS SUCH AS BOOKS AND DVDS FOR WIDER DISTRIBUTION IN SUPPORT OF THE EARLY CHILDHOOD TEACHING PROFESSION.
ELLEN SHERWOOD NURSERY SCHOOLBLUE SKIES FOR CHILDREN PROVIDES HIGH QUALITY, LICENSED, FULL DAY YEAR ROUND CHILD CARE AND EDUCATION TO 54 CHILDREN FROM THE AGES OF 2.5 YEARS TO KINDERGARTEN ENTRY.
HEDCO INFANT TODDLER CENTERBLUE SKIES FOR CHILDREN PROVIDES HIGH QUALITY, LICENSED, FULL DAY YEAR ROUND CHILD CARE AND EDUCATION TO 38 CHILDREN FROM THE AGES OF 2 MONTHS TO 2.5 YEARS.
ADULT EDUCATIONBLUE SKIES FOR CHILDREN:(1) PROVIDES CONSULTATION AND TRAINING TO STAFF AT OTHER LOCAL CHILD CARE CENTERS AND THE OAKLAND UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT TO IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF CARE FOR THE CHILDREN ENROLLED THERE, AND(2) PRODUCES TEACHER EDUCATION MATERIALS SUCH AS BOOKS AND DVDS FOR WIDER DISTRIBUTION IN SUPPORT OF THE EARLY CHILDHOOD TEACHING PROFESSION.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Claire Bainer Exec Director | Officer | 40 | $87,686 |
Ameena Muhammed Operations Dir. | Officer | 40 | $78,837 |
Julia Owens Operations Dir. | Officer | 40 | $69,856 |
Alejandro Lorenzo President | OfficerTrustee | 3 | $0 |
Erin Jozwiak Vice President | OfficerTrustee | 3 | $0 |
Michael Shih Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 3 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $379,100 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $570,699 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $949,799 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $2,227,035 |
| Investment income | $7,858 |
| 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 | $3,186,549 |
| 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. | $280,090 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $52,180 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $1,328,455 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $15,616 |
| Other employee benefits | $327,192 |
| Payroll taxes | $79,504 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $26,945 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $12,333 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $47,080 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $39,492 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $0 |
| Travel | $9,675 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 |
| Interest | $16,881 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $83,003 |
| Insurance | $8,123 |
| All other expenses | $25,347 |
| Total functional expenses | $2,536,179 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $649,401 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $475,504 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $26,696 |
| 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 | $27,007 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $1,579,668 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $555,448 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $3,569 |
| Total assets | $3,317,293 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $89,545 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $20,700 |
| 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 | $380,312 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $0 |
| Total liabilities | $490,557 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $2,399,759 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $426,977 |
| 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 | $3,317,293 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 3 grants that Blue Skies For Children Inc has recieved totaling $96,016.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Bernard E & Alba Witkin Charitable Foundation Berkeley, CA PURPOSE: TUITION SUPPORT/MENTAL HEALTH PROGRAM | $75,000 |
Schwab Charitable Fund San Francisco, CA PURPOSE: HUMAN SERVICES | $20,600 |
Amazonsmile Foundation Seattle, WA PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $416 |
Endowment Analysis
| Beg. Balance | $463,078 |
| Earnings | $92,370 |
| Ending Balance | $555,448 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Creative Alternatives Turlock, CA | $16,460,273 | $17,191,691 |
Central California Child Development Services Ceres, CA | $5,867,759 | $17,911,125 |
Child Care Coordinating Council Of San Mateo County Inc Redwood City, CA | $6,695,792 | $17,903,623 |
Sjb Child Development Centers San Jose, CA | $5,435,445 | $16,724,123 |
Quality Childrens Services Carlsbad, CA | $6,642,630 | $14,225,799 |
B J Jordan Child Care Programs Inc Sacramento, CA | $3,184,918 | $12,848,102 |
Child Lane Signal Hill, CA | $3,930,326 | $12,699,593 |
Child Development Consortium Of Los Angeles Inc Los Angeles, CA | $4,690,183 | $12,931,725 |
The Resource Connection Of Amador And Calaveras Counties Inc San Andreas, CA | $6,713,065 | $11,772,962 |
California Childrens Academy Los Angeles, CA | $2,968,947 | $10,881,122 |
Santa Barbara Family Care Center Santa Maria, CA | $1,622,293 | $10,784,346 |
The Childrens Collective Inc Los Angeles, CA | $3,341,814 | $9,814,488 |