Life Camps Incorporated
- Assets
- $3.2m
- Revenue
- $4.7m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 54
- Location
- Jamaica, NY
- Founding
- 08/2006
- Data as of
- 12/2021
- EIN
- 20-0814999
Organization Overview
Life Camps Incorporated is located in Jamaica, NY. The organization was established in 2006. According to its NTEE Classification (I21) the organization is classified as: Youth Violence Prevention, under the broad grouping of Crime & Legal-Related and related organizations. As of 12/2021, Life Camps Incorporated employed 54 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Life Camps Incorporated 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 12/2021, Life Camps Incorporated generated $4.7m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 7 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 26.1% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $3.3m during the year ending 12/2021. While expenses have increased by 16.1% per year over the past 7 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
LIFE CAMP PROVIDES YOUTH AND FAMILIES THAT HAVE BEEN IMPACTED BY VIOLENCE WITH THE VALUABLE TOOLS THEY NEED TO STAY IN SCHOOL AND OUT OF THE CRIMINAL JUSTICE SYSTEM. WE APPROACH VIOLENCE AS A PUBLIC HEALTH ISSUE, PROVIDING PROGRAMS TO ADDRESS ITS UNDERLYING CAUSES.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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THROUGH OUR CURE VIOLENCE DEPARTMENT, LIFE CAMP PROVIDED DIRECT SERVICES TO 7 NEIGHBORHOOD SCHOOLS WITH OVER 29,000 STUDENTS BY HAVING A PRESENCE DURING ARRIVAL AND DISMISSAL HOURS, MEETING WITH HIGH RISK YOUTH DURING THEIR LUNCH HOURS TO DO WELLNESS CHECK-INS, AND PROVIDING AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMMING IN PHYSICAL FITNESS, CRITICAL THINKING, HOMEWORK ASSISTANCE, AND THE ARTS. ADDITIONALLY, THE TEAM OF VIOLENCE INTERRUPTERS, HOSPITAL RESPONDERS AND OUTREACH WORKERS ARE CONTINUOUSLY CANVASSING NEIGHBORHOODS, PROVIDING INTERVENTION AND MEDIATION SERVICES, RESPONDING TO INCIDENTS OF VIOLENCE AND CONNECTING WITH HIGH RISK YOUTH AND YOUNG ADULTS TO GROW THEIR SUPPORT NETWORK AND PROVIDE THEM WITH POSITIVE ALTERNATIVES THAT HAVE AN IMPACT ON CHANGING THE CULTURE OF VIOLENCE. THESE SERVICES WERE PROVIDED TO 25,000+ RESIDENTS WITH OVER 30,000 INVESTED HOURS WITHIN QUEENS.
THE YOUTH PROGRAM OFFERED YEAR-ROUND PAID INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES PROVIDING OUR YOUTH PARTICIPANTS WITH WELL-ROUNDED EXPERIENCE WHILE BEING EXPOSED TO A VARIETY OF FUNCTIONAL AREAS WITHIN THE ORGANIZATION. THE YOUTH LEADERSHIP PROGRAM OFFERED A WEALTH OF EXPERIENCE WORKING ALONGSIDE OUR STAFF, MANAGEMENT AND LEADERSHIP TEAM.
OUR THERAPEUTIC WELLNESS DEPARTMENT HAS WORKED WITH MORE THAN ONE THOUSAND INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES TO ENSURE THAT THEY RECEIVE APPROPRIATE SUPPORT AND SERVICES TO DEAL WITH MENTAL HEALTH AND EMOTIONAL WELLNESS ISSUES, INCLUDING: INFORMAL COUNSELING,GRIEF COUNSELING, VICTIM SERVICES, STRESS REDUCTION,HEALTHY LIVING, COGNITIVE BEHAVIORAL THERAPY,PROFESSIONAL MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES, ANGER MANAGEMENT AND SELF-CARE SUPPORT. THERAPEUTIC WELLNESS HAS MANAGED AN EQUAL NUMBER OF REFERRALS AND FOLLOW UP SERVICES IN THE AREAS OF PROFESSIONAL MENTAL HEALTH, SUBSTANCE ABUSE PREVENTION/INTERVENTION, EMERGENCY SHELTER AND CRIME VICTIM SUPPORT SERVICES FOR VICTIMS OF VIOLENCE AND THEIR FAMILIES.FURTHERMORE, TW HAS HOSTED OVER 200 EVENTS VIA ZOOM AND IN-PERSON IN THE AREAS OF EDUCATION, PUBLIC OUTREACH AND ADVOCACY, REACHING OVER 15,000 COMMUNITY MEMBERS.OUR PUBLIC ONLINE WELLNESS PLATFORMS HAVE SCALED OUR WELLNESS IMPACT, WITH OVER 600,000 IMPRESSIONS ACROSS ALL OF OUR PLATFORMS.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Erica Ford Chief Executive Officer | OfficerTrustee | 40 | $162,499 |
Robin D Kearse Associate Director | 40 | $116,673 | |
Robert A Hogan Chief Of Street | 40 | $113,935 | |
Jed Michel Chief Financial Officer | OfficerTrustee | 4 | $0 |
Rebecca Parekh Member | Trustee | 4 | $0 |
Adina Callendar Member | Trustee | 4 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $2,657,513 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $2,074,732 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $4,732,245 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $0 |
| 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 | $4,732,245 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $51,939 |
| 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. | $125,000 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $81,923 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $1,465,353 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $91,840 |
| Payroll taxes | $116,761 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $249,710 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $131,633 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $403,109 |
| Advertising and promotion | $3,417 |
| Office expenses | $0 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $68,711 |
| Travel | $106,407 |
| 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 | $74,805 |
| Insurance | $25,896 |
| All other expenses | $82,599 |
| Total functional expenses | $3,341,494 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $1,062,378 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $1,873,603 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $47,210 |
| 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 | $14,485 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $186,806 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $3,184,482 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $252,247 |
| 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 | $1,183,320 |
| Other liabilities | $8,527 |
| Total liabilities | $1,444,094 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $9,652 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $1,730,736 |
| 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 | $3,184,482 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Life Camps Incorporated has awarded $43,914 in support to 3 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
Staten Island, NY PURPOSE: Support winter youth employment program | $20,000 |
Queens, NY PURPOSE: Toward violence around catchment area | $18,914 |
Jamaica, NY PURPOSE: Promoting wellness and peace in our comm | $5,000 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 4 grants that Life Camps Incorporated has recieved totaling $170,249.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
New York Womens Foundation New York, NY PURPOSE: EARLY INVESTMENT | $120,000 |
Goldman Sachs Charitable Gift Fund New York, NY PURPOSE: COMMUNITY OUTREACH & ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS | $50,000 |
Jp Morgan Chase Foundation New York, NY PURPOSE: GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | $200 |
Amazonsmile Foundation Seattle, WA PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $49 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Cattaraugus Community Action Inc Salamanca, NY | $8,199,277 | $10,722,581 |
The Housing Collective Inc Bridgeport, CT | $4,061,260 | $6,154,712 |
The Ministry For Hope Inc Port Jefferson, NY | $5,734,088 | $7,131,985 |
March For Our Lives Action Fund New York, NY | $1,444,399 | $4,094,155 |
Preventative Aftercare Inc Grove City, PA | $1,759,174 | $5,105,601 |
Life Camps Incorporated Jamaica, NY | $3,184,482 | $4,732,245 |
Roxbury Youthworks Inc Roxbury Crossing, MA | $2,179,709 | $3,751,446 |
Friends Of The Children New York New York, NY | $2,429,831 | $2,523,060 |
Girls For Gender Equity Inc-G G E Brooklyn, NY | $6,700,726 | $3,745,418 |
Francis Casey Inc Lewisburg, PA | $1,202,210 | $2,234,010 |
Community Connections For Youth Inc Bronx, NY | $1,526,442 | $1,635,131 |
Council Of Juvenile Justice Administrators Inc Hingham, MA | $759,447 | $2,101,848 |