Starlight Childrens Foundation
- Assets
- $19.2m
- Revenue
- $17.7m
- Investments
- $8.4m
- Employees
- 38
- Location
- Culver City, CA
- Founding
- 09/1987
- Data as of
- 12/2023
- EIN
- 95-3802159
Organization Overview
Starlight Childrens Foundation is located in Culver City, CA. The organization was established in 1987. According to its NTEE Classification (P80) the organization is classified as: Centers to Support the Independence of Specific Populations, under the broad grouping of Human Services and related organizations. As of 12/2023, Starlight Childrens Foundation employed 38 individuals. This organization is a parent organization of an affiliated group for tax-exemption purposes. Starlight Childrens Foundation 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, Starlight Childrens Foundation generated $17.7m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 9 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 11.3% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $17.8m during the year ending 12/2023. While expenses have increased by 12.0% per year over the past 9 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 2016, Starlight Childrens Foundation has awarded 28 individual grants totaling $1,662,234. 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:
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STARLIGHT CHILDRENS FOUNDATION STARLIGHT DELIVERS HAPPINESS TO SERIOUSLY ILL CHILDREN AND THEIR FAMILIES.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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STARLIGHT DELIVERIES STARLIGHT OFFERS AN EASY-TO-USE ONLINE PLATFORM WHERE HOSPITALS CAN ORDER ITEMS DIRECTLY FROM STARLIGHTS INVENTORY OF DONATED GIFT IN-KIND TOYS, BOOKS, GAMES, CRAFTING MATERIALS, AND OTHER URGENTLY NEEDED PRODUCTS THAT DELIVER HAPPINESS TO HOSPITALIZED KIDS AND THEIR FAMILIES. PRODUCTS ARE, BY DEFAULT, SHIPPED FREE-OF-CHARGE TO OUR MORE THAN 700 HOSPITAL AND HEALTH CARE FACILITY PARTNERS IN THE US, TO APPROXIMATELY 348,000 CHILDREN IN 2023.
STARLIGHT HOSPITAL WEAR STARLIGHT GOWNS ARE HIGH-QUALITY, FUN, SOFT, AND COLORFUL HOSPITAL GOWNS THAT KIDS LOVE TO WEAR. THE GOWNS TIE ON THE SIDE INSTEAD OF DOWN THE BACK TO BETTER ACCOMMODATE A CHILDS NEED FOR PRIVACY AND COMFORT, AND INCLUDE PLASTIC SNAPS ON BOTH SLEEVES TO ALLOW EASY ACCESS FOR MEDICAL PROCEDURES. IN 2021, STARLIGHT ADDED PAJAMA PANTS TO THE HOSPITAL WEAR PROGRAM TO FURTHER ENHANCE THE HOSPITAL EXPERIENCE FOR PATIENTS. IN 2023, APPROXIMATELY 80,000 CHILDREN RECEIVED ASSISTANCE.
STARLIGHT GAMING STARLIGHT GAMING DELIVERS HAPPINESS TO SERIOUSLY ILL CHILDREN BY PROVIDING THEM A SENSE OF NORMALCY AND DISTRACTION FROM THE STRESS AND ANXIETY THAT OFTEN COMES WITH BEING A CHILD IN A HOSPITAL. EACH STARLIGHT GAMING STATION COMES PRE-LOADED WITH NINTENDO VIDEO GAMES AND STREAMING PLATFORMS FOR HOURS OF ENTERTAINMENT, BUT ALSO GIVES EACH CHILD A WAY TO CONNECT WITH FRIENDS AND SIBLINGS DURING THEIR HOSPITAL STAY.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Adam Garone CEO | Officer | 40 | $362,818 |
Mike Olson CPA CFO | Officer | 40 | $192,123 |
Cindee Starkie VP Of Marketing Communications | 40 | $149,018 | |
Aimee Finn Sr. Director Individual Giving | 40 | $128,109 | |
Christine Soldner Sr. Director Corp. Development | 40 | $124,328 | |
John Rosenberg Chair | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Cargo Zone Handling, Storage, And Distribution Dist | 12/30/23 | $1,205,986 |
Pigeon Road Photography Video Services | 12/30/23 | $173,104 |
Daniel Edelman Public Relations | 12/30/23 | $125,000 |
Adtheorent Inc Advertising Services | 12/30/23 | $123,250 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| 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 | $17,233,113 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $8,954,413 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $17,233,113 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $366,165 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | -$11,087 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $104,358 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $17,692,549 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $12,004,479 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $616,429 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $176,109 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $2,492,798 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $50,452 |
| Other employee benefits | $239,365 |
| Payroll taxes | $222,666 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $9,022 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $37,485 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $5,387 |
| Advertising and promotion | $1,087,796 |
| Office expenses | $49,224 |
| Information technology | $253,946 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $98,760 |
| Travel | $283,966 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $62,399 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $110,578 |
| Insurance | $26,454 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $17,815,696 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $1,578,791 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $960,282 |
| 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 | $7,681,011 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $238,970 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $141,895 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $8,437,763 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $192,283 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $19,230,995 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $781,358 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $42,599 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $213,236 |
| Total liabilities | $1,037,193 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $9,201,123 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $8,992,679 |
| 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 | $19,230,995 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Starlight Childrens Foundation has awarded $351,025 in support to 9 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
CHILDREN'S MEDICAL CENTER PURPOSE: PLAYROOM UPDATE | $25,000 |
BERNARD AND MILLIE DUKER CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL AT ALBANY MEDICAL CENTER PURPOSE: PLAYROOM/TEEN ROOM UPDATE | $25,000 |
DELL CHILDREN'S MEDICAL PURPOSE: TEEN AND TWEEN PLAYROOMS | $20,000 |
ST JOSEPH'S CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL FOUNDATION PURPOSE: TEEN LOUNGE UPDATE | $55,000 |
THOMAS JEFFERSON UNIVERSITY PURPOSE: TEEN SPACE UPDATE | $29,025 |
DIAMOND CHILDREN'S PURPOSE: TEEN ROOM UPDATE | $22,000 |