Bluffton Self Help Inc is located in Bluffton, SC. The organization was established in 1989. According to its NTEE Classification (P20) the organization is classified as: Human Service Organizations, under the broad grouping of Human Services and related organizations. As of 12/2023, Bluffton Self Help Inc employed 27 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Bluffton Self Help 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 12/2023, Bluffton Self Help Inc generated $3.4m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 5 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 13.3% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $3.1m during the year ending 12/2023. While expenses have increased by 13.1% per year over the past 5 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
THE ORGANIZATION'S MISSION IS TO EMPOWER AND ADVOCATE FOR LOWCOUNTRY NEIGHBORS TO IMPROVE THEIR LIVES THROUGH EDUCATION AND TRAINING, BASIC NEEDS, AND GUIDED ACCESS TO A NETWORK OF COMMUNITY RESOURCES.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
BSH ADDRESSES BASIC NEEDS THROUGH OUR FOOD PANTRY, CLOTHING STORE AND EMERGENCY FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE AND PROVIDES EDUCATION, WORKFORCE TRAINING, SCHOLARSHIPS, CAREER PLANNING, AND FINANCIAL COUNSELING.
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Courtney Hampson Executive Di | 40 | $126,500 | |
Joel Taylor Chairman | OfficerTrustee | 5 | $0 |
Doug Adamson Director | Trustee | 5 | $0 |
Michael Ventling Treasurer/se | OfficerTrustee | 5 | $0 |
Don Brashears Director | Trustee | 5 | $0 |
Ben Ham Director | Trustee | 5 | $0 |
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $25,000 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $3,024,127 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $1,289,257 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $3,049,127 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $10,367 |
| Investment income | $105,830 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $244,121 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $3,409,445 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| 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. | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $1,134,240 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $0 |
| Payroll taxes | $0 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $49,668 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $0 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $73,854 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $240,897 |
| 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 | $46,383 |
| Insurance | $19,234 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $3,137,732 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $1,313,512 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $274,343 |
| 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 | $10,200 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $664,575 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $2,536,952 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $153,921 |
| Total assets | $4,953,503 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $139,992 |
| 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 | $150,415 |
| Total liabilities | $290,407 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $4,641,005 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $22,091 |
| 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 | $4,953,503 |