Des Moines Christian School is located in Urbandale, IA. The organization was established in 1981. According to its NTEE Classification (B20) the organization is classified as: Elementary & Secondary Schools, under the broad grouping of Education and related organizations. As of 06/2023, Des Moines Christian School employed 301 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Des Moines Christian School 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 06/2023, Des Moines Christian School generated $16.1m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 8 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 8.8% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $15.0m during the year ending 06/2023. While expenses have increased by 9.4% 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
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
TO PROVIDE AN EXCELLENT, CHRIST-CENTERED EDUCATION TO PRE K - 12TH GRADE STUDENTS AND TO PROVIDE CHRIST-CENTERED CHILD CARE TO THE COMMUNITY. TO EQUIP MINDS AND NURTURE HEARTS TO IMPACT THE WORLD FOR CHRIST.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
SECONDARY EDUCATION - TO PROVIDE A QUALITY CHRIST-CENTERED COLLEGE PREP CURRICULUM TO GRADES 6-12. IN ADDITION TO A VARIETY OF ACADEMIC COURSES, EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES INCLUDING MUSIC AND ATHLETICS FOR BOTH MIDDLE SCHOOL AND HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS ARE OFFERED.
IN ADDITION TO PROVIDING AN EXCELLENT, CHRIST-CENTERED EDUCATION, WE ALSO SEEK TO PROMOTE THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE WHOLE PERSON THROUGH A VARIETY OF PROGRAMS AND ACTIVITIES. OUR MEMBERSHIP IN THE WEST CENTRAL ATHLETICS AND ACTIVITIES CONFERENCE ALLOWS THE STUDENTS TO COMPETE IN SPORTS, FINE ARTS AND ACADEMIC COMPETITIONS.
ELEMENTARY EDUCATION - TO PROVIDE A QUALITY CHRIST-CENTERED EDUCATION TO CHILDREN IN GRADES K-5. THE PROGRAM INCLUDES AN ACADEMIC FOCUS AS WELL AS A FOCUS ON THE ARTS AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION.
CHILD CARE & PRESCHOOL - TO PROVIDE QUALITY CHRIST-CENTERED CHILD CARE TO CHILDREN AGES 2 - PRE-KINDERGARTEN AND TO PREPARE YOUNG STUDENTS FOR KINDERGARTEN.
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Cade Lambert Head Of Scho | Officer | 40 | $281,469 |
Anne Soppe Head Of Fina | Officer | 40 | $108,628 |
Julia Veenstra Dir Of Advan | 40 | $109,230 | |
Cory Nikkel Head Of High | 40 | $102,579 | |
Karla Lowe Head Of Elem | 40 | $100,462 | |
Aimanohi Egbelakin Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Ball Team Llc Renovation | 6/29/23 | $7,270,208 |
Light This Productions Llc Sound, Video, L | 6/29/23 | $253,460 |
Innovation Refunds Llc Ertc Recovery S | 6/29/23 | $213,487 |
Dsm Professional Maintenance Cleaning Servic | 6/29/23 | $172,955 |
Baker Group Hvac Services | 6/29/23 | $117,822 |
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $215,424 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $0 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $1,344,476 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $5,250 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $1,559,900 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $14,086,042 |
| Investment income | $100,840 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $105,897 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $41,212 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | -$36,212 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $152,820 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $16,127,280 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $286,441 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $502,644 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $70,371 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $7,888,645 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $200,688 |
| Other employee benefits | $1,310,368 |
| Payroll taxes | $594,564 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $5,791 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $62,045 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $10,670 |
| Fees for services: Other | $514,175 |
| Advertising and promotion | $62,892 |
| Office expenses | $422,847 |
| Information technology | $278,869 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $310,315 |
| Travel | $27,114 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 |
| Interest | $84,884 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $1,303,685 |
| Insurance | $40,238 |
| All other expenses | $208,958 |
| Total functional expenses | $15,034,449 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $3,569,805 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $4,923,321 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $3,448,860 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $16,804 |
| 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 | $227,785 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $30,170,355 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $1,564,271 |
| Investments—other securities | $17,366 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $182,507 |
| Total assets | $44,121,074 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $1,632,652 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $1,386,084 |
| 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 | $2,699,948 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $159,375 |
| Total liabilities | $5,878,059 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $33,749,799 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $4,493,216 |
| 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 | $44,121,074 |