Child Care Choices Inc
- Assets
- $3.9m
- Revenue
- $22.5m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 29
- Location
- Waite Park, MN
- Founding
- 06/1978
- Data as of
- 09/2021
- EIN
- 41-1321820
Organization Overview
Child Care Choices Inc, operating under the name Milestones, is located in Waite Park, MN. The organization was established in 1978. According to its NTEE Classification (Z99) the organization is classified as: Unknown, under the broad grouping of Unknown and related organizations. As of 09/2021, Milestones employed 29 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Milestones 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 09/2021, Milestones generated $22.5m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 6 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 18.6% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $22.3m during the year ending 09/2021. While expenses have increased by 18.2% per year over the past 6 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 PROVIDE LEADERSHIP FOR CHILD CARE EXCELLENCE THROUGH THE CHILD CARE AWARE PROGRAM FOR REGION 7W IN MINNESOTA, THE EARLY LEARNING SCHOLARSHIPS, THE USDA CHILD AND ADULT CARE FOOD PROGRAM, AND THE SUMMER PRESCHOOL PROGRAM FOR THE ENTIRE STATE OF MINNESOTA.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
CHILD CARE CHOICES, INC. HOLDS A CONTRACT WITH THE STATE OF MINNESOTA TO SPONSOR THE USDA CHILD AND ADULT CARE FOOD PROGRAM. THE PROGRAM PROMOTES PROPER NUTRITION FOR CHILDREN IN THE CARE OF LICENSED IN-HOME CHILD CARE PROVIDERS BY REIMBURSING THEM FOR A PORTION OF THEIR FOOD COSTS FOR CREDITABLE MEALS. CHILD CARE PROVIDERS KEEP DAILY RECORDS OF ATTENDANCE AND MEALS SERVED TO CHILDREN IN THEIR CARE. THE INFORMATION IS SUBMITTED TO CHILD CARE CHOICES ON CLAIMS ELECTRONICALLY OR ON SCANNED MENU REPORTING FORMS. THE CLAIMS ARE REVIEWED FOR ACCURACY AND ALLOWABLE FOOD SERVED ACCORDING TO USDA REGULATIONS. THE CLAIMS ARE SUBMITTED TO THE STATE FOR FINAL PROCESSING. PAYMENT IS MADE TO CHILD CARE CHOICES FOR THE GRAND TOTAL OF CLAIMS AND THE PAYMENTS ARE DISBURSED TO EACH INDIVIDUAL PROVIDER.
CHILD CARE CHOICES, INC. SERVES AS THE CHILD CARE AWARE, WEST/CENTRAL DISTRICT SITE FOR 22 COUNTIES AND 7W REGIONAL SERVICES FOR BENTON, SHERBURNE, STEARNS, AND WRIGHT COUNTIES. THROUGH ALL SERVICES PROVIDED, CHILD CARE AWARE PROMOTES HIGH QUALITY CHILD CARE THAT MEETS THE NEEDS OF YOUNG CHILDREN AND THEIR FAMILIES. CHILD CARE AWARE, WEST/CENTRAL PROVIDES PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT, GRANTS, AND PARENT AWARE RECRUITING TO ALL 22 COUNTIES WITHIN THE DISTRICT. REGION 7W CHILD CARE AWARE PROVIDES COMMUNITY OUTREACH AND SUPPORT TO CHILD CARE PROGRAMS AND PARENT AWARE COACHING. CHILD CARE AWARE AT THE REGIONAL AND DISTRICT LEVEL, PROVIDES RESOURCES AND TOOLS TO HELP INDIVIDUALS OPEN A CHILD CARE BUSINESS. CHILD CARE AWARE ALSO HAS COMPONENTS THAT OFFER SERVICES TO FAMILY, FRIEND, AND NEIGHBOR (LEGALLY NON-LICENSED) CHILD CAREGIVERS.
CHILD CARE CHOICES, INC. ADMINISTERS THE EARLY LEARNING SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM STATEWIDE. THIS PROGRAM IS A STATE OF MINNESOTA INITIATIVE TO EXPAND ACCESS TO HIGH QUALITY EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN AGES THREE TO FIVE FROM LOW-INCOME FAMILIES. THESE SCHOLARSHIPS PROVIDE FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE FOR ELIGIBLE FAMILIES TO ENROLL THEIR CHILDREN IN HIGH QUALITY CHILD CARE AND EARLY EDUCATION PROGRAMS PARTICIPATING IN PARENT AWARE.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Colleen C Orne Executive Director | Officer | 45 | $83,377 |
Jeremy Schreifels Board Chair | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Angie Schoenrock Secretary | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Jan Stockinger Vice Chair | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Mark Sizer Board Member | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Rebecca Cluever Board Member | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $22,334,661 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $132,841 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $22,467,502 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $25,824 |
| Investment income | $369 |
| 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 | $22,493,695 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $20,439,085 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $89,285 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $64,285 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $1,012,792 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $20,473 |
| Other employee benefits | $124,640 |
| Payroll taxes | $82,007 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $11,445 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $128,976 |
| Advertising and promotion | $1,271 |
| Office expenses | $145,393 |
| Information technology | $41,966 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $111,779 |
| Travel | $8,836 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $6,516 |
| Insurance | $4,399 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $22,253,002 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $0 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $1,663,485 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $2,174,600 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $5,067 |
| 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 | $17,652 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $33,528 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $3,894,332 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $3,100,979 |
| Grants payable | $461,789 |
| Deferred revenue | $26,414 |
| Tax-exempt bond liabilities | $0 |
| Escrow or custodial account liability | $54,795 |
| 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 | $3,643,977 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $186,177 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $64,178 |
| 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 | $3,894,332 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 1 grants that Child Care Choices Inc has recieved totaling $7,500.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Initiative Foundation Little Falls, MN PURPOSE: PROVIDE TRAINING FOR EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATORS THAT FOCUSES ON BUSINESS MODEL ADJUSTMENTS, SELF CARE, AND BEST PRACTICES FOR HOW TO SUPPORT CHILDREN DURING THE PANDEMIC. | $7,500 |
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| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Iowa Donor Network North Liberty, IA | $39,614,924 | $35,703,085 |
Wellpoint Care Network Inc Milwaukee, WI | $8,696,347 | $28,630,570 |
Woodward Youth Corporation Woodward, IA | $6,374,013 | $25,268,723 |
Child Care Choices Inc Waite Park, MN | $3,894,332 | $22,493,695 |
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Art Of Living Foundation Fairfield, IA | $25,087,396 | $11,765,416 |
Land O L Foundation St Paul, MN | $1,405,792 | $8,007,013 |
Bridging Incorporated Bloomington, MN | $8,455,401 | $8,965,404 |
Opportunities Unlimited Sioux City, IA | $5,084,189 | $7,147,348 |