Connections
- Assets
- $5.8m
- Revenue
- $7.5m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 256
- Location
- West Fargo, ND
- Founding
- 12/1973
- Data as of
- 06/2021
- EIN
- 41-0991686
Organization Overview
Connections is located in West Fargo, ND. The organization was established in 1973. According to its NTEE Classification (P82) the organization is classified as: Developmentally Disabled Centers, under the broad grouping of Human Services and related organizations. As of 06/2021, Connections employed 256 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Connections 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 06/2021, Connections generated $7.5m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 7 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 10.4% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $6.0m during the year ending 06/2021. While expenses have increased by 7.2% 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
TO ACTIVELY SUPPORT PEOPLE IN ACHIEVING PERSONAL SATISFACTION THROUGH INDEPENDENCE, COMMUNITY INTEGRATION, AND EMPOWERMENT.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
ADULT FOSTER CARE SERVICES ALLOW INDIVIDUALS TO LIVE IN GROUP CARE, LEARN LIVING SKILLS, SOCIAL SKILLS AND REMAIN IN THE COMMUNITY WITH THE SUPPORT OF THE STAFF AND PROGRAM. WE HAVE CONTINUED TO GROW THIS PROGRAM BY UTILIZING A PERSON-CENTERED APPROACH AND EVALUATING EACH SITE FOR LONG-TERM FINANCIAL FEASIBILITY. WITH THE CONTINUED FY GROWTH, WE ARE CONSTANTLY RE-EVALUATING PROCESSES TO STREAMLINE OUR OPERATIONS.
THE SEMI-INDEPENDENT LIVING SERVICES ALLOWS ITS PARTICIPANTS TO REMAIN IN THEIR OWN HOME. WITH THE ASSISTANCE OF STAFF, PARTICIPANTS ARE ABLE TO LEARN NEEDED CLEANING, SHOPPING, FINANCIAL, AND SOCIAL SKILLS THAT PERMIT THEM TO LIVE INDEPENDENTLY IN THE COMMUNITY. THIS PROGRAM ALSO COORDINATES OUTINGS AND TRIPS FOR THOSE INDIVIDUALS INTERESTED IN GETTING TOGETHER AND EXPLORING DIFFERENT ACTIVITIES. IN THE PAST THEY HAVE DONE SUCH THINGS AS LOCAL CAMPING TRIPS, TRIPS OUT OF TOWN TO MALL OF AMERICA, ETC.., AND OFTEN HAVE GET TOGETHERS FOR OTHER EVENTS SUCH AS HALLOWEEN AND CHRISTMAS PARTIES.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Sheila Sartwell Executive Director | Officer | 40 | $126,836 |
Michelle Lalim Director Of Finance | Officer | 40 | $58,704 |
Shirley Johnson Vice Chair | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Brad Stedman Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Angela Doll Chair | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Teri Langlie Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $755,900 |
| Investment income | $3,731 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $17,086 |
| 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 | $7,513,413 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| 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. | $232,942 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $4,412,179 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $193,963 |
| Payroll taxes | $413,696 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $413 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $9,200 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $58,811 |
| Advertising and promotion | $12,745 |
| Office expenses | $94,318 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $188,500 |
| Travel | $28,102 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $17,710 |
| Interest | $27,885 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $130,585 |
| Insurance | $60,822 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $5,954,935 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $792,182 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $2,932,703 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $293,125 |
| 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 | $35,161 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $345,037 |
| Other assets | $555 |
| Total assets | $5,836,259 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $432,669 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $0 |
| Tax-exempt bond liabilities | $0 |
| Escrow or custodial account liability | $13,055 |
| Loans and other payables to any current Officer, Director, or Controlling Person | $0 |
| Secured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $785,705 |
| Other liabilities | $0 |
| Total liabilities | $1,231,429 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $0 |
| 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 |
| Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $4,604,830 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 1 grants that Connections has recieved totaling $750.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
The Barry Foundation Fargo, ND PURPOSE: PAY: RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES, EQUIPMENT, FEES | $750 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Community Living Services Incorporated Fargo, ND | $19,445,426 | $22,252,466 |
Touchstone Mental Health Minneapolis, MN | $8,476,042 | $15,823,650 |
Dakotabilities Sioux Falls, SD | $18,394,244 | $13,416,769 |
Able Incorporated Dickinson, ND | $27,235,184 | $16,593,018 |
Human Service Agency Watertown, SD | $13,335,518 | $13,761,129 |
Harry Meyering Center Inc Mankato, MN | $16,984,389 | $13,887,257 |
Lifequest Mitchell, SD | $5,936,493 | $14,949,946 |
Opportunity Foundation Inc Williston, ND | $8,430,927 | $12,852,089 |
Arc Minnesota Inc St Paul, MN | $7,527,865 | $12,831,212 |
Metropolitan Community Services Hopkins, MN | $394,551 | $8,622,165 |
Ability Building Services Inc Yankton, SD | $8,664,697 | $8,810,891 |
Montana Independent Living Project Inc Helena, MT | $2,730,097 | $8,653,910 |