Variety-The Childrens Charity International is located in Glendale, CA. The organization was established in 1965. According to its NTEE Classification (Q12) the organization is classified as: Fund Raising & Fund Distribution, under the broad grouping of International, Foreign Affairs & National Security and related organizations. As of 09/2023, Variety-The Childrens Charity International employed 2 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Variety-The Childrens Charity International 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 09/2023, Variety-The Childrens Charity International generated $629.7k in total revenue. This represents a relatively dramatic decline in revenue. Over the past 8 years, the organization has seen revenues fall by an average of (6.2%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $374.7k during the year ending 09/2023. As we would expect to see with falling revenues, expenses have declined by (10.0%) per year over the past 8 years. 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 FUND AND DELIVER EFFECTIVE PROGRAMS THAT ADDRESS THE NEEDS OF ALL CHILDREN LOCALLY, NATIONALLY AND INTERNATIONALLY.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
ALL CHILDREN ARE SPECIAL. HOWEVER, VARIETY THE CHILDRENS CHARITYS PURPOSE IS TO SERVE CHILDREN WHO ARE LESS FORTUNATE CHILDREN WHO LIVE AND GROW UP WITH A SERIOUS ILLNESS, DISABILITY OR DISADVANTAGE. THESE ARE EXTRA SPECIAL CHILDREN WHO REQUIRE A SPECIAL KIND OF HELP. THAT HELP IS YOU AND VARIETY THE CHILDRENS CHARITY. UNDER FOUR CORE PROGRAMS VARIETY THE CHILDRENS CHARITY DELIVERS ON ITS PROMISE TO PROVIDE A FUTURE WITHOUT LIMITS FOR EVERY CHILD, REGARDLESS OF THEIR BACKGROUND OR ABILITY, AND TO BE THE MOST TRUSTED AND EFFECTIVE CHILDRENS CHARITY IN THE WORLD.1.VARIETYS CARE PROGRAM DELIVERS CRITICAL LIFE-SAVING MEDICAL EQUIPMENT AND SERVICES, HEALTHCARE AND WELL-BEING TO INDIVIDUAL CHILDREN AND CHILDRENS HEALTH ORGANIZATIONS.2.VARIETYS FREEDOM PROGRAM DELIVERS VITAL LIFE-CHANGING EQUIPMENT AND SERVICES FOR MOBILITY, INDEPENDENCE AND SOCIAL INCLUSION TO INDIVIDUAL CHILDREN AND CHILDRENS ORGANIZATIONS.3.VARIETYS FUTURE PROGRAM DELIVERS CRUCIAL LIFE-ENRICHING COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT AND SERVICES, EDUCATION AND SELF-ESTEEM TO INDIVIDUAL CHILDREN AND CHILDRENS ORGANIZATIONS.4.VARIETYS INTERNATIONAL CHILDRENS FUND DELIVERS IMPERATIVE MOBILITY EQUIPMENT FOR CHILDREN IN DEVELOPING COUNTRIES. UNLIKE MOST CHARITABLE ORGANIZATIONS THAT FOCUS ON A SINGLE AREA PROBLEM OR ISSUE, VARIETY FOCUSES ON MULTIPLE UNMET NEEDS OF CHILDREN WHO ARE SICK, DISADVANTAGED OR LIVE WITH DISABILITIES AND OTHER SPECIAL NEEDS AT A LOCAL, NATIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL LEVEL. OUR AIM IS TO MAXIMIZE THE REAL, LONG-TERM POSITIVE SOCIAL IMPACT FOR ALL CHILDREN.
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Dave Mcconachie Treasurer | Trustee | 15 | $0 |
Ken Loughnan Chair Advisory | Trustee | 6 | $0 |
John Dennis Director | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
David Small Chair, Asia Pac | Trustee | 10 | $0 |
Belinda Judson Director | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Angus Murray Chair, Children | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| 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 | $24,424 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $24,424 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $560,706 |
| Investment income | $44,590 |
| 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 | $629,720 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $10,500 |
| 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. | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $149,992 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $5,800 |
| Payroll taxes | $11,680 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $53,446 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $6,000 |
| Advertising and promotion | $3,824 |
| Office expenses | $18,831 |
| Information technology | $11,488 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $47,049 |
| Travel | $0 |
| 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 | $1,114 |
| Insurance | $24,870 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $374,720 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $1,132,999 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $115,309 |
| 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 | $5,893 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $901,643 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $12,993 |
| Total assets | $2,168,837 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $17,356 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $40,733 |
| Total liabilities | $58,089 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $967,221 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $1,143,527 |
| 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 | $2,168,837 |
Over the last fiscal year, Variety-The Childrens Charity International has awarded $66,442 in support to 2 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
ABUNDANT LIFE CARE INC | | | $10,000 |
CAMBODIA CHILDRENS FUND | | | $56,442 |