Marshallese Educational Initiative Inc
- Assets
- $170.1k
- Revenue
- $742.2k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 4
- Location
- Springdale, AR
- Founding
- 05/2014
- Data as of
- 12/2020
- EIN
- 46-3148318
Organization Overview
Marshallese Educational Initiative Inc is located in Springdale, AR. The organization was established in 2014. According to its NTEE Classification (B99) the organization is classified as: Education N.E.C., under the broad grouping of Education and related organizations. As of 12/2020, Marshallese Educational Initiative Inc employed 4 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Marshallese Educational Initiative 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 12/2020, Marshallese Educational Initiative Inc generated $742.2k in total revenue. All expenses for the organization totaled $614.3k during the year ending 12/2020. While expenses have increased by 90.5% per year over the past 3 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
2020
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
THROUGH EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMMING, MEI PROMOTES THE CULTURAL, INTELLECTUAL, AND HISTORICAL AWARENESS OF THE MARSHALLESE PEOPLE AND FACILITATES INTERCULTURAL DIALOGUE TO FOSTER POSITIVE SOCIAL CHANGE.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
COVID 19 RECOVERY & RELIEF- IN MARCH 2020 WHEN THE PANDEMIC FIRST DIRECTLY IMPACTED ARKANSAS, MEI LAUNCHED THEIR COVID-19 RELIEF AND RESPONSE PROJECT. OIA'S CONTINUED ASSISTANCE KEPT STAFF IN PLACE AND ADDITIONAL FEDERAL GRANTS, CITY, AND PRIVATE GRANTS ALLOWED US TO PROVIDE FOOD, PPE, CLEANING SUPPLIES, AND FUNERAL, UTILITY, AND RENTAL ASSISTANCE TO MARSHALLESE COMMUNITY MEMBERS, TO CONDUCT EDUCATIONAL OUTREACH, AND TO HIRE ADDITIONAL STAFF TO MEET RESPONSE DEMANDS. STAFF HAVE WORKED TO EDUCATE THE COMMUNITY DIRECTLY AND THROUGH PSA'S, COMMUNITY DRIVES AND OUTREACH EVENTS, AND TRANSLATOR SERVICES. MEI IS ALSO CURRENTLY DEVELOPING AN ONLINE TRAINING FOR HEALTHCARE PROVIDERS.
MEI STAFF HELP MARSHALLESE NAVIGATE LIFE IN THE UNITED STATES (ARKANSAS). PROGRAMMING AREAS INCLUDE DAY TO DAY OUTREACH, INTERPRETER AND TRANSLATIONS SERIVCES, AND ONE-ON-ONE ASSISTANCE (MAINTAINING A STAFF AND OFFICE). SPECIFIC PROGRAMS ARE AIMED AT YOUTH, WOMEN, AND ELDER POPULATIONS. YOUTH PROGRAMMING IS CENTERED ON RAISING EDUCATIONAL ATTAINMENT LEVELS AND PROVIDING OPPORTUNITIES FOR LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT. IN, ADDITION MEI'S WOMEN'S ADVOCACY PROJECT IS FOCUSED ON RAISING AWARENESS OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE, SEXUAL ASSAULT, AND TRAFFICKING AND HELPING MITIGATE ITS PREVALENCE IN PACIFIC ISLANDER CULTURE.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
April L Brown President | OfficerTrustee | 20 | $18,950 |
Christopher Jacob Vice Preside | OfficerTrustee | 10 | $12,735 |
Sevin Gallo Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 5 | $9,485 |
Wana Bing Director | Trustee | 5 | $0 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Faith Jibas | 12/30/18 | $9,550 |
Carmen Chong Gum | 12/30/18 | $8,529 |
Rotha Mejbon-samuel | 12/30/18 | $3,494 |
April Brown | 12/30/18 | $8,060 |
Larry Muller | 12/30/18 | $3,150 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $382,787 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $347,772 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $730,559 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $11,660 |
| Investment income | $22 |
| 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 | $742,241 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $228,127 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $41,170 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $9,475 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $126,363 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $15,218 |
| Payroll taxes | $10,098 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $0 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $100,556 |
| Advertising and promotion | $1,065 |
| Office expenses | $11,121 |
| Information technology | $4,920 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $5,320 |
| Travel | $2,103 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Insurance | $0 |
| All other expenses | $1,774 |
| Total functional expenses | $614,261 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $28,459 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $135,537 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $3,000 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $0 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $3,074 |
| Total assets | $170,070 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $11,900 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $0 |
| 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 | $17,220 |
| Other liabilities | $280 |
| Total liabilities | $29,400 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $140,670 |
| 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 | $170,070 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 3 grants that Marshallese Educational Initiative Inc has recieved totaling $35,021.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Arkansas Community Foundation Inc Little Rock, AR PURPOSE: TO SUPPORT COVID-19 VACCINE OUTREACH | $25,000 |
Arvest Foundation Bentonville, AR PURPOSE: TO SUPPORT THE MARSHALLESE WOMEN'S ADVOCACY PROGRAM WHICH 1) INCREASES ACCESS TO JUSTICE FOR MARSHALLESE FEMALE SURVIVORS OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE, SEXUAL ASSAULT AND HUMAN TRAFFICKING, AND 2) PROMOTES WOMEN'S EMPOWERMENT THROUGH WHOLISTIC HEALTH PRACTICES. | $10,000 |
Amazonsmile Foundation Seattle, WA PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $21 |
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