Family Forum Inc is located in Superior, WI. The organization was established in 1980. According to its NTEE Classification (B21) the organization is classified as: Preschools, under the broad grouping of Education and related organizations. As of 11/2023, Family Forum Inc employed 136 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Family Forum 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 11/2023, Family Forum Inc generated $6.7m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 8 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 4.6% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $6.6m during the year ending 11/2023. While expenses have increased by 4.2% per year over the past 8 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
990T
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990T Filing
TAX YEAR
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
DEVELOP & PROVIDE EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS TO CHILDREN & FAMILIES FROM LOW-INCOME HOUSEHOLDS IN NORTHWEST WISCONSIN.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
CHILD EDUCATION:FAMILY FORUM PROVIDES HEAD START AND EARLY HEAD START SERVICES IN NORTHERN WISCONSIN. WE PARTNER WITH FAMILIES AND COMMUNITIES TO PROVIDE A STRONG SUPPORT NETWORK FOR LOW-INCOME FAMILIES OF CHILDREN ZERO TO FIVE YEARS OF AGE. THE SERVICES INCLUDE CENTER-BASED PRESCHOOL EXPERIENCES WHICH SERVES 290 THREE TO FIVE YEAR OLD CHILDREN. EARLY HEAD START HOME-BASED PROGRAM PROVIDES SERVICES TO 84 CHILDREN AGES BIRTH TO 3 YEARS OF AGE, INCLUDING PRENATAL WOMEN. EARLY HEAD START CENTER-BASED PROGRAM SERVES 16 CHILDREN AGES 6 WEEKS TO 36 MONTHS.
EXTENDED HOURS:FAMILY FORUM OFFERS AN EXTENDED HOUR PRESCHOOL PROGRAM, WHICH INCREASES THE PROGRAM HOURS FOR CHILDREN FROM 4 HOURS A DAY TO 7.5 HOURS. THE DATA IS SHOWING 3-YEAR OLD CHILDREN ARE MAKING STRONGER ACADEMIC GAINS WHEN IN A STRUCTURED PROGRAM WITH A LONGER PERIOD.
FOOD PROGRAMS:PROGRAM THAT PROVIDES FOOD FOR ALL CHILDREN ENROLLED IN OUR PROGRAM FROM AGES 6 WEEKS TO 5 YEARS.
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Denise Schmitz-Enking Chairperson | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Sue Fabini Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Joanne Nielson Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Vicki Schlone Board Member | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Kelly Schoen Board Member | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Jeanne Myer Executive Director | Officer | 40 | $110,286 |
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $6,616,396 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $0 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $6,616,396 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $85,876 |
| Investment income | $7,427 |
| 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 | $6,709,699 |
| 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. | $408,245 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $214,568 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $3,692,520 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $39,287 |
| Other employee benefits | $578,607 |
| Payroll taxes | $292,059 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $1,800 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $39,634 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $116,107 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $57,059 |
| Information technology | $36,444 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $439,595 |
| Travel | $147,932 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 |
| Interest | $123 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $249,185 |
| Insurance | $0 |
| All other expenses | $49,753 |
| Total functional expenses | $6,582,559 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $463,305 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $513,411 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $321,281 |
| 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 | $31,876 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $1,133,206 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $78,348 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $257,312 |
| Total assets | $2,798,739 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $521,602 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $196,890 |
| 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 | $257,434 |
| Total liabilities | $975,926 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $1,822,813 |
| 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 | $2,798,739 |