Kids Forward Inc

Organization Overview

Kids Forward Inc is located in Madison, WI. The organization was established in 1942. According to its NTEE Classification (P30) the organization is classified as: Children & Youth Services, under the broad grouping of Human Services and related organizations. As of 12/2021, Kids Forward Inc employed 13 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Kids Forward 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 12/2021, Kids Forward Inc generated $2.1m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 7 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 2.7% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $1.5m during the year ending 12/2021. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.

Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing

TAX YEAR

2021

Describe the Organization's Mission:

Part 3 - Line 1

TO ADVOCATE FOR PROGRAMS AND SERVICES DIRECTED TOWARDS STRENGTHENING FAMILY AND THE COMMUNITY AND PROMOTING THE WELL-BEING OF CHILDREN.

Describe the Organization's Program Activity:

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STATE EDUCATION AND PUBLIC ISSUES - KIDS FORWARD ADVOCATES FOR EFFECTIVE, LONG-LASTING SOLUTIONS THAT BREAK DOWN BARRIERS TO SUCCESS FOR CHILDREN AND FAMILIES IN WISCONSIN. USING RESEARCH AND A COMMUNITY-INFORMED APPROACH, KIDS FORWARD WORKS TO HELP EVERY CHILD, EVERY FAMILY, AND EVERY COMMUNITY THRIVE. KIDS FORWARD SEEKS TO ENSURE THAT ALL CHILDREN AND ADULTS WHO NEED HEALTH CARE HAVE ACCESS TO AFFORDABLE HEALTH CARE COVERAGE AND SERVICES THAT MEETS THEIR HEALTH CARE NEEDS. WISCONSIN HAS MADE PROGRESS IN THE PAST IN INCREASING COVERAGE FOR LOW-INCOME CHILDREN AND MANY ADULTS, AND KIDS FORWARD SEEKS TO PROMOTE POLICIES AND PRACTICES THAT AT LEAST MAINTAIN, IF NOT EXPAND, THAT COVERAGE. KIDS FORWARD IS ACTIVE IN WORKING TO EXPAND BADGERCARE (MEDICAID) AND PROTECT THE AFFORDABLE CARE ACT AS CRITICAL SOURCES OF ACCESSIBLE, AFFORDABLE HEALTHCARE FOR CHILDREN AND FAMILIES. KIDS FORWARD WORKS TO ACHIEVE RACIAL AND ETHNIC EQUITY AT THE LOCAL AND STATE LEVEL. OUR RACE TO EQUITY PROJECT IS A COMPREHENSIVE APPROACH TO ENGAGING LEADERS AND COMMUNITY MEMBERS IN DANE COUNTY AND WISCONSIN IN A BROADER, SOLUTION-ORIENTED DIALOGUE AIMED AT REDUCING THE PROFOUND AND PERSISTENT RACIAL DISPARITIES IN HEALTH, EDUCATION, CHILD WELFARE, CRIMINAL JUSTICE, EMPLOYMENT, AND INCOME THAT PLAGUE THE NATION, STATE, AND COUNTY. PART OF THE WAY WE SEEK TO REDUCE THESE DISPARITIES IS THROUGH RESEARCH, ADVOCACY, AND THE DISSEMINATION OF INFORMATION. THE WISCONSIN BUDGET PROJECT IS AN INITIATIVE OF KIDS FORWARD ENGAGED IN ANALYSIS AND EDUCATION ON STATE BUDGET AND TAX ISSUES, PARTICULARLY THOSE RELATING TO LOW- AND MODERATE-INCOME FAMILIES. THE BUDGET PROJECT SEEKS TO BROADEN THE DEBATE ON BUDGET AND TAX POLICY THROUGH PUBLIC EDUCATION AND BY ENCOURAGING CIVIC ENGAGEMENT ON THESE ISSUES.


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Board, Officers & Key Employees

Name (title)Compensation
Michele Mackey
Executive Director
$124,306
Jacquelyn Boggess
President
$0
Lucia Nunez
Vice President
$0
Sarah Inman
Secretary
$0
Helene Nelson
Treasurer
$0
Denise Demarb
Director
$0

Financial Statements

Statement of Revenue
Federated campaigns$47,209
Membership dues$0
Fundraising events$0
Related organizations$33,593
Government grants $584,245
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above$1,405,855
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f $0
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar$2,070,902
Total Program Service Revenue$30,971
Investment income $1,025
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 $2,103,523

Grants Awarded

Over the last fiscal year, Kids Forward Inc has awarded $24,800 in support to 2 organizations.

Grant RecipientAmount

YWCA OF ROCK COUNTY

Org PageRecipient Profile

Janesville, WI

PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT

$15,000

WISCONSIN ALLIANCE FOR WOMEN'S HEALTH INC

Org PageRecipient Profile

Madison, WI

PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT

$9,800
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Grants Recieved

Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 14 grants that Kids Forward Inc has recieved totaling $1,067,255.

Awarding OrganizationAmount
David And Lucile Packard Foundation

Los Altos, CA

PURPOSE: CHILDREN, FAMILIES, AND COMMUNITIES

$233,333
Roots And Wings Foundation Inc

Seattle, WA

PURPOSE: GENERAL OPERATIONS

$150,000
Partnership For Americas Children

Washington, DC

PURPOSE: TO SUPPORT CHILD AVOCACY WORK

$130,000
Annie E Casey Foundation

Baltimore, MD

PURPOSE: SUPPORT VARIOUS KIDS COUNT ACTIVITIES

$100,000
Center On Budget And Policy Priorities

Washington, DC

PURPOSE: Core Capacity Project

$75,000
Annie E Casey Foundation

Baltimore, MD

PURPOSE: SUPPORT CONTINUED PARTICIPATION IN THE STATE PRIORITIES PARTNERSHIP NETWORK

$75,000
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