Science Spark
- Assets
- $1.6m
- Revenue
- $804.2k
- Investments
- $652.7k
- Employees
- 5
- Location
- Encinitas, CA
- Founding
- 09/2008
- Data as of
- 12/2021
- EIN
- 26-2497802
Organization Overview
Science Spark is located in Encinitas, CA. The organization was established in 2008. According to its NTEE Classification (B90) the organization is classified as: Educational Services, under the broad grouping of Education and related organizations. As of 12/2021, Science Spark employed 5 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Science Spark 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, Science Spark generated $804.2k in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 7 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 38.3% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $783.6k during the year ending 12/2021. While expenses have increased by 1.0% 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
OUR MISSION IS TO RE-INVIGORATE THE INTEREST OF OUR NATIONS YOUTH IN SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING AND MATH (STEM) BY PRODUCING AND PRESENTING THE MOST COMPELLING, EXCITING, EDUCATIONAL AND ENTERTAINING SCIENCE GATHERINGS IN THE UNITED STATES. WE WILL ACCOMPLISH OUR MISSION BY:OFFERING STELLAR, MULTI-FACETED PROGRAMS WITH HIGH ENTERTAINMENT VALUE AND INTEGRITY OF SCIENTIFIC CONTENT.APPEALING TO A LARGE, DIVERSE AUDIENCE OF ALL AGES AND BACKGROUNDS, FROM PROFESSIONALS TO NOVICES, FROM SCIENCE ENTHUSIASTS TO THE MERELY CURIOUSENGAGING THE GREATEST MINDS IN SCIENCE.INVOLVING THE MOST DYNAMIC LEADERS IN BUSINESS, TECHNOLOGY, GOVERNMENT, EDUCATION AND CULTURE.BUILDING A STRONG FOUNDATION OF PRESTIGIOUS AND IMPRESSIVE INSTITUTIONAL PARTNERS RESULTING IN INCREASED COMMUNICATION BETWEEN THE SCIENTIFIC AND EDUCATIONAL COMMUNITIES.PRODUCING EACH PROGRAM AT THE HIGHEST LEVEL OF QUALITY, APPLYING PROFESSIONAL MEDIA AND THEATRICAL STANDARDS OF EXCELLENCE AND TECHNICAL SOPHISTICATION.SPREADING TH
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
FOR TEN YEARS, THE USA SCIENCE & ENGINEERING FESTIVAL WAS THE LARGEST AND ONLY NATIONAL SCIENCE FESTIVAL, FEATURING NATIONWIDE SCHOOL PROGRAMS, INCLUDING OUR POPULAR 'NIFTY FIFTY' SCIENCE SPEAKER PROGRAM AND X-STEM SYMPOSIUMS. MORE THAN 350,000 ATTENDEES CELEBRATED SCIENCE AT OUR MOST RECENT EXPO AT THE WASHINGTON DC CONVENTION CENTER. DUE TO THE COVID PANDEMIC, OUR MISSION, TO INSPIRE THE NEXT GENERATION OF INNOVATORS IS BEING CARRIED OUT BY OFFERING OUR PROGRAMS IN A VIRTUAL FORMAT ON THE INTERNET.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Marc S Shulman Treasurer | 50 | $150,763 | |
Mike O'donnell Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 0 | $0 |
Diane E Birnie Bock President & CEO | OfficerTrustee | 8 | $0 |
Quincy K Bock Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 0 | $0 |
Aggie Korbin Director | Trustee | 0 | $0 |
Adam Kalish Director | Trustee | 4 | $0 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Marc S Shulman Consulting | 12/30/16 | $239,928 |
Lauren R Gicas Consulting | 12/30/16 | $116,241 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $57,142 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $23,403 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $80,545 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $717,300 |
| Investment income | $6,363 |
| 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 | $804,208 |
| 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. | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $356,641 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $0 |
| Payroll taxes | $28,186 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $9,215 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $11,000 |
| Advertising and promotion | $61,219 |
| Office expenses | $3,726 |
| Information technology | $6,674 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $0 |
| Travel | $279 |
| 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 | $87 |
| Insurance | $3,602 |
| All other expenses | $1,016 |
| Total functional expenses | $783,593 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $926,805 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| 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 | $652,724 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $1,579,529 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $877 |
| 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 | $15,674 |
| Total liabilities | $16,551 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $1,562,978 |
| 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 | $1,579,529 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 3 grants that Science Spark has recieved totaling $25,045.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Broadcom Foundation Wilmington, DE PURPOSE: 2021 SCIFEST ALL ACCESS GLOBAL VIRTUAL SCIENCE FESTIVAL PARTICIPATION FUND | $15,000 |
Greater Houston Community Foundation Houston, TX PURPOSE: EDUCATIONAL | $10,000 |
Amazonsmile Foundation Seattle, WA PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $45 |
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