Hero Kids Foundation is located in Suffolk, VA. The organization was established in 2014. According to its NTEE Classification (E60) the organization is classified as: Health Support, under the broad grouping of Health Care and related organizations. As of 12/2023, Hero Kids Foundation employed 2 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Hero Kids Foundation 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 12/2023, Hero Kids Foundation generated $139.6k in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 4 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 16.6% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $229.6k during the year ending 12/2023. 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:
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AT HERO KIDS FOUNDATION, OUR MISSION IS TO SUPPORT AND UPLIFT THE FAMILIES OF FIRST RESPONDERS AND MILITARY PERSONNEL THROUGH NATURE-BASED TEAM- BUILDING ACTIVITIES AND ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION. WE ARE DEDICATED TO FOSTERING RESILIENCE, CAMARADERIE, AND WELL-BEING WITHIN OUR COMMUNITY BY PROVIDING UNIQUE, ENGAGING EXPERIENCES THAT STRENGTHEN BONDS AND INSPIRE A DEEP APPRECIATION FOR THE NATURAL WORLD. THROUGH OUR INNOVATIVE PROGRAMS AND EVENTS, WE AIM TO CREATE A SUSTAINABLE IMPACT THAT EMPOWERS FAMILIES AND ENSURES LASTING POSITIVE CHANGE.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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EQUINE SCHOLARSHIP FUND: HERO KIDS FOUNDATION IS ABLE TO PROVIDE NATURE BASED EQUINE FACILITATED PSYCHOTHERAPY. OUR SCHOLARSHIP PROVIDED ACCESS TO: ONE ON ONE (1 CHILD TO 1 HORSE) THERAPY, CHILDRENS GROUP AND EQUINE THERAPY AND OPPORTUNITY FOR FAMILY COUNSELING IN A NATURE BASED SETTING. THE NUMBER OF SESSIONS A FAMILY RECEIVES IS DEPENDENT ON COMBINATION OF THERAPEUTIC MODALITIES.
NATURE BASED ACTIVITIES: IN OUR NATURE BASED PROGRAMS WE WILL PROVIDE TEAM BUILDING AND FAMILY DYNAMICS DEVELOPMENT WHILE ENGAGING IN ACTIVITIES SUCH AS RAISED GARDENS, CROP DEVELOPMENT, OUTDOOR TEAM BUILDING ACTIVITIES AND NATURE BASED FAMILY COMMUNICATION AND CONNECTION ACTIVITIES. WE ALSO ARE DEVELOPING OPPORTUNITIES FOR FAMILY WEEKEND DESTINATION ACTIVITIES THAT WOULD PROVIDE A MORE PERSONAL ASSISTANCE TO FAMILIES.
Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
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John Raniowski Founder & Di | OfficerTrustee | 20 | $0 |
Kreg Vaughn Prior Exec D | OfficerTrustee | 20 | $39,115 |
Barbara Shurtleff President | OfficerTrustee | 3 | $0 |
Eric Storch Vice Preside | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Chris Topping Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Kim Painter Board Member | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Statement of Revenue | |
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Federated campaigns | $0 |
Membership dues | $0 |
Fundraising events | $0 |
Related organizations | $0 |
Government grants | $0 |
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $139,642 |
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $23,344 |
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $139,642 |
Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
Investment income | $3 |
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 | $139,645 |
Statement of Expenses | |
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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. | $39,115 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
Other salaries and wages | $49,219 |
Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
Other employee benefits | $0 |
Payroll taxes | $7,913 |
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 | $9,774 |
Advertising and promotion | $14,222 |
Office expenses | $7,505 |
Information technology | $0 |
Royalties | $0 |
Occupancy | $2,789 |
Travel | $2,459 |
Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 |
Interest | $1,391 |
Payments to affiliates | $0 |
Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $9,364 |
Insurance | $3,348 |
All other expenses | $4,299 |
Total functional expenses | $229,561 |
Balance Sheet | |
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Cash—non-interest-bearing | $7,777 |
Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
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 | $0 |
Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $145,465 |
Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
Investments—other securities | $0 |
Investments—program-related | $0 |
Intangible assets | $0 |
Other assets | $0 |
Total assets | $153,242 |
Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $31,045 |
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 | $25,000 |
Other liabilities | $0 |
Total liabilities | $56,045 |
Net assets without donor restrictions | $97,197 |
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 | $153,242 |