Challenge Unlimited Inc
- Assets
- $19.6m
- Revenue
- $27.0m
- Investments
- $255.3k
- Employees
- 914
- Location
- Alton, IL
- Founding
- 03/1963
- Data as of
- 06/2022
- EIN
- 37-0805566
Organization Overview
Challenge Unlimited Inc is located in Alton, IL. The organization was established in 1963. According to its NTEE Classification (J30) the organization is classified as: Vocational Rehabilitation, under the broad grouping of Employment and related organizations. As of 06/2022, Challenge Unlimited Inc employed 914 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Challenge Unlimited 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 06/2022, Challenge Unlimited Inc generated $27.0m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 7 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 2.2% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $30.6m during the year ending 06/2022. While expenses have increased by 4.4% 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
2022
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
PROVIDING JOB AND LIFE SKILLS TRAINING, JOB PLACEMENT SERVICES AND DIRECT EMPLOYMENT TO PEOPLE WITH ALL TYPES OF DISABILITIES.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
VOCATIONAL DEVELOPMENT - PROVIDE DISABLED PEOPLE WITH AN ASSESSMENT OF ABILITIES AND A SKILLED TRAINING PROGRAM TO PREPARE THEM FOR COMPETITIVE EMPLOYMENT.
COMMUNITY DAY SERVICE - PROVIDE EMPLOYMENT, SOCIAL, RECREATIONAL AND LIFE SKILLS TO SEVERELY DISABLED PEOPLE.
COMMUNITY SUPPORT SERVICE - PROVIDE THE MENTALLY ILL WITH WORK AND ON THE JOB TRAINING IN ORDER TO PLACE THEM WITH EMPLOYERS AND REDUCE THE FREQUENCY OF PSYCHOLOGICAL HOSPITALIZATION.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Charlotte Hammond President And CEO | Officer | 40 | $280,865 |
Tony Crawley Executive VP Of Operations | Officer | 40 | $187,655 |
Debra Mcmahon Executive VP Of Program Se | Officer | 40 | $168,567 |
Andrew Esterer Executive VP Of Finance | Officer | 40 | $161,438 |
M Rebecca Pelton Executive VP Of Human Reso | Officer | 40 | $129,119 |
Tom Morrissey Chairperson | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Orkin Pest Control | 6/29/22 | $269,872 |
American Tree Llc Tree Service | 6/29/22 | $107,629 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $496,898 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $3,003 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $20,000 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $499,901 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $26,362,379 |
| Investment income | $55,369 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $6,931 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $27,029,176 |
| 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. | $1,047,484 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $1,047,484 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $14,520,718 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $111,902 |
| Other employee benefits | $3,085,212 |
| Payroll taxes | $1,174,351 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $97,979 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $32,377 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $0 |
| Advertising and promotion | $5,344 |
| Office expenses | $0 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $2,137,493 |
| Travel | $654,394 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $31,467 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $745,495 |
| Insurance | $0 |
| All other expenses | $963,447 |
| Total functional expenses | $30,634,008 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $451,607 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $8,562,714 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $3,860,209 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $644,206 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $0 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $292,008 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $5,466,583 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $255,290 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $18,901 |
| Total assets | $19,551,518 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $3,095,689 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $3,944 |
| 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 | $255,290 |
| Total liabilities | $3,354,923 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $16,196,595 |
| 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 | $19,551,518 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 2 grants that Challenge Unlimited Inc has recieved totaling $20,720.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Sourceamerica Vienna, VA PURPOSE: NPA TRAINING VOUCHERS GRANT | $20,658 |
Amazonsmile Foundation Seattle, WA PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $62 |
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| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Bosma Industries For The Blind Inc Indianapolis, IN | $91,434,320 | $116,517,311 |
The Thresholds Chicago, IL | $94,634,488 | $99,875,195 |
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