Making The Right Connections Inc
- Assets
- $58.8k
- Revenue
- $337.8k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 1
- Location
- Los Angeles, CA
- Founding
- 11/1993
- Data as of
- 08/2023
- EIN
- 95-4426850
Organization Overview
Making The Right Connections Inc is located in Los Angeles, CA. The organization was established in 1993. According to its NTEE Classification (B80) the organization is classified as: Student Services, under the broad grouping of Education and related organizations. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Making The Right Connections 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 08/2023, Making The Right Connections Inc generated $337.8k in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 4 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 12.4% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $314.9k during the year ending 08/2023. While expenses have increased by 11.7% per year over the past 4 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
MAKING THE RIGHT CONNECTIONS (MTRC) IS A 5/6 WEEK EDUCATIONAL ENRICHMENT SUMMER PROGRAM FOR CHILDREN IN GRADES K-8 THAT FOCUSES ON GANG PREVENTION. THE PURPOSE OF MTRC IS TO HELP INNER-CITY KIDS "AT-RISK" FOR GANG ASSOCIATIONS TO CHOOSE FAMILY, CHURCH, SCHOOL & COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS OVER GANG ACTIVITY.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
DURING THE MTRC SUMMER PROGRAM OF 2023, IN-KIND CONTRIBUTION INCLUDED $85,042 IN YOUTH SERVICES (VOLUNTEERING), $30,000 FOR USE OF SCHOOL CAMPUSES FOR THE PROGRAM AT THEIR SCHOOL SITES, $25,000 FOR BREAKFAST/LUNCH MEALS & FOOD SERVICES AND $650 FOR STUDENT LIABILITY INSURANCE. IN ADDITION, THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF MTRC SPENT ABOUT 1/3 OF HIS TIME (1/3 OF SALARY = $7,573) PREPARING AND RUNNING THE SUMMER PROGRAM.
DURING THE SUMMER OF 2023, 527 CHILDREN PARTICIPATED IN OUR 4/5 WEEK (MONDAY-FRIDAY) EDUCATIONAL ENRICHMENT/GANG PREVENTION PROGRAM LOCATED AT 3 SCHOOL SITES: EAST LA (OUR LADY OF LOURDES), NORTHEAST LA (ST. BERNARD SCHOOL)AND SOUTH LA (ST. VINCENT SCHOOL). CHILDREN PARTICIPATED IN LESSONS RELATED TO STRENGTHENING THEIR FAMILY, CHURCH, SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY RELATIONSHIPS. $97,482 WAS DISTRIBUTED TO THE ABOVE 3 SCHOOLS TO ASSIST THEM IN PAYING FOR COORDINATOR/TEACHER STIPENDS, CURRICULUM MATERIALS FOR TEACHERS, ACTIVITY MATERIALS FOR STUDENTS, GUEST SPEAKER FEES, FIELD TRIP ENTRANCE FEES, SNACKS AND LUNCHES FOR STUDENTS, OTHER PROGRAM MATERIALS AND SUPPLIES, ETC.
ALL OF THE 527 CHILDREN (GRADES K-8) ENROLLED IN THE MTRC SUMMER PROGRAM OF 2023 PARTICIPATED IN WEEKLY FIELD TRIPS (4/5 FIELD TRIPS PER SCHOOL SITE). MAKING THE RIGHT CONNECTIONS, INC. (OR MTRC, INC) DIRECTLY PAID $26,738 TO THE PACER ENTERPRISES, INC. BUS COMPANY FOR THE RENTAL OF THE REQUIRED NUMBER OF BUSSES.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Daniel Drass President & CEO | Trustee | 35 | $21,000 |
Robert Gutierrez Vice-President | 1 | $0 | |
Richard Monteilh Secretary-Treasurer | 1 | $0 | |
Sr Mary Elizabeth Galt B.v.m., Director | 1 | $0 | |
Helen Martinez PHD Director | 1 | $0 | |
Sr Diane Smith Csj Director | 1 | $0 |
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 | $181,849 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $181,849 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $6 |
| 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 | $337,848 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $97,482 |
| 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. | $21,000 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $7,000 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $0 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $0 |
| Payroll taxes | $1,719 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $5,493 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $0 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $0 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $45,300 |
| Travel | $0 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $0 |
| Insurance | $0 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $314,944 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $0 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $58,795 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $0 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $0 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $0 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $58,795 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $0 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $1,005 |
| Total liabilities | $1,005 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $57,790 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $0 |
| 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 | $58,795 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Making The Right Connections Inc has awarded $97,482 in support to 3 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
OUR LADY OF LOURDES SCHOOL PURPOSE: MTRC SUMMER PROGRAM | $28,442 |
ST BERNARD SCHOOL PURPOSE: MTRC SUMMER PROGRAM | $34,345 |
ST VINCENT SCHOOL PURPOSE: MTRC SUMMER PROGRAM | $34,695 |