Bittersweet Inc
- Assets
- $8.4m
- Revenue
- $7.4m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 304
- Location
- Whitehouse, OH
- Founding
- 09/1977
- Data as of
- 12/2021
- EIN
- 34-1218722
Organization Overview
Bittersweet Inc, operating under the name Bittersweet Farms, is located in Whitehouse, OH. The organization was established in 1977. According to its NTEE Classification (G84) the organization is classified as: Autism, under the broad grouping of Voluntary Health Associations & Medical Disciplines and related organizations. As of 12/2021, Bittersweet Farms employed 304 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Bittersweet Farms 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, Bittersweet Farms generated $7.4m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 7 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 0.7% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $6.2m during the year ending 12/2021. 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 CALLING OF BITTERSWEET, INC. IS TO PROVIDE SUPPORT AND ACTIVE TREATMENT PROGRAMS TO INDIVIDUALS WITH AUTISM. ENCOMPASSING AN ARRAY OF ENVIRONMENTS AND SERVICES ACROSS THREE DIFFERENT SETTINGS, THE PROGRAMS ARE DESIGNED TO INCREASE AUTONOMY AND SELF-RELIANCE, ENABLE CHOICES, MAXIMIZE DIGNITY, AND ENCOURAGE COMMUNITY INTERACTIONS. BITTERSWEET, INC. FURTHER STRIVES TO POSITIVELY AFFECT THE LIVES OF THOSE WITH AUTISM THROUGH HABILITATION AND VOCATIONAL ACTIVITIES IN A FARM ENVIRONMENT AND BY PROVIDING CONSULTATION AND TRAINING TO FAMILIES AND PROFESSIONALS.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
ICF/IID - LICENSED MEDICAID INTERMEDIATE CARE FACILITY FOR PEOPLE WITH DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES WHICH IS CERTIFIED TO COMPLY WITH FEDERAL STANDARDS IN THE AREAS OF MANAGEMENT, CLIENT PROTECTIONS, FACILITY STAFFING, ACHIEVE TREATMENT SERVICES, CLIENT BEHAVIOR AND FACILITY PRACTICES, HEALTHCARE SERVICES, PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT AND DIETETIC SERVICES.
DAY HAB SERVICES - INCLUDE ADULT DAY SUPPORT, VOCATIONAL HABILITATION, NON-MEDICAL TRANSPORTATION AND AN ADOLESCENT TRANSITIONAL SCHOOL PROGRAM.
COMMUNITY LIVING - PROVIDES COMMUNITY LIVING SERVICES TO BOTH ADULTS AND ADOLESCENTS. ASSISTS INDIVIDUALS TO LIVE AS INDEPENDENTLY AS POSSIBLE.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Dustin Watkins Executive Director | Officer | 29 | $87,346 |
Jennifer Sponsler Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Ryan Householder Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Charles Seddon President | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Matt Anderson Vice President | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Judy Parikh Director | Trustee | 0.5 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $289,520 |
| Government grants | $1,179,232 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $93,507 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $59,536 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $1,562,259 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $5,600,107 |
| Investment income | $3,216 |
| 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 | $7,386,172 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $18,828 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $120,957 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $120,957 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $3,939,976 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $12,737 |
| Other employee benefits | $340,885 |
| Payroll taxes | $401,397 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $5,966 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $83,041 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $44,559 |
| Advertising and promotion | $54,933 |
| Office expenses | $130,363 |
| Information technology | $76,644 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $199,562 |
| Travel | $65,771 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 |
| Interest | $15,010 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $248,817 |
| Insurance | $77,729 |
| All other expenses | $38,464 |
| Total functional expenses | $6,222,343 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $2,631,911 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $160,014 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $1,064,200 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $422,669 |
| 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 | $142,899 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $1,545,744 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $13,459 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $2,404,594 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $48,681 |
| Total assets | $8,434,171 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $279,564 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $55,468 |
| Tax-exempt bond liabilities | $659,371 |
| Escrow or custodial account liability | $48,476 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Total liabilities | $1,042,879 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $7,076,066 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $315,226 |
| 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 | $8,434,171 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 6 grants that Bittersweet Inc has recieved totaling $125,989.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Toledo Community Foundation Toledo, OH PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT, GGARDENS VOCATION PROGRAM, PROGRAM SUPPLIES, ANNUAL GIFT, BITTERSWEET CREATIVE ARTS PROGRAM, BITTERSWEET PEMBERVILLE REC RESPITE, SOCIAL RECREATION PROGRAM, PICKUP TRUCK | $59,950 |
Good Shepherd Foundation Of Ohio Pennington, NJ PURPOSE: UNRESTRICTED GENERAL | $30,000 |
National Association For The Exchange Of Industrial Resources I Galesburg, IL PURPOSE: CARE OF ILL, NEEDY, OR MINOR | $17,408 |
Toledo Community Foundation Toledo, OH PURPOSE: PALMER HOUSE, RESPITE CARE SERVICES FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH AUTISM OR OTHER DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES UNDER THE AGE OF 18, ANNUAL DISTRIBUTION | $13,265 |
Elsie And Harry Baumker Charitable Foundation Inc Seminole, FL PURPOSE: EXPAND BUILDING TO HOUSE DAY STAFF | $5,000 |
Amazonsmile Foundation Seattle, WA PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $366 |
Endowment Analysis
| Beg. Balance | $360,958 |
| Earnings | $52,804 |
| Admin Expense | $1,559 |
| Grants | $11,862 |
| Ending Balance | $400,341 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Keystone Autism Services Harrisburg, PA | $7,960,178 | $12,786,973 |
Autism Services Center Inc Huntington, WV | $15,498,870 | $12,892,922 |
Center For Autism Philadelphia, PA | $6,806,766 | $10,732,876 |
Bittersweet Inc Whitehouse, OH | $8,434,171 | $7,386,172 |
Merakey Midwest Lafayette Hill, PA | $678,052 | $3,154,269 |
Autism Alliance Of Michigan Southfield, MI | $4,081,004 | $4,422,290 |
Autism Spectrum Disorder Foundation Inc Schererville, IN | $61,248 | $2,683,805 |
Autism Society Of America Carmel, IN | $493,611 | $2,237,919 |
Better Outcomes Living Diversely Inc Harrisburg, PA | $673,139 | $2,147,367 |
Augusta Levy Learning Center Inc Wheeling, WV | $2,978,555 | $2,900,495 |
Pennsylvania Advocates And Resources For Autism And Intellect Lemoyne, PA | $331,128 | $1,711,385 |
Footprints Center For Autism Perry, OH | $270,405 | $1,013,506 |