Childrens Forum Inc
- Assets
- $5.7m
- Revenue
- $15.4m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 83
- Location
- Tallahassee, FL
- Founding
- 12/1990
- Data as of
- 06/2021
- EIN
- 65-0165007
Organization Overview
Childrens Forum Inc is located in Tallahassee, FL. The organization was established in 1990. According to its NTEE Classification (P33) the organization is classified as: Child Day Care, under the broad grouping of Human Services and related organizations. As of 06/2021, Childrens Forum Inc employed 83 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Childrens Forum 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 06/2021, Childrens Forum Inc generated $15.4m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 6 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 10.9% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $15.3m during the year ending 06/2021. While expenses have increased by 10.8% per year over the past 6 years. They've been increasing with an increasing level of total revenue. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2021
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
PROVIDES LEADERSHIP AND ADVOCACY TO ACHIEVE HIGH-QUALITY, AFFORDABLE AND AVAILABLE EARLY CARE AND EDUCATION SERVICES FOR ALL CHILDREN.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
THE TEACHER EDUCATION AND COMPENSATION HELPS (TEACH) EARLY CHILDHOOD SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM: PROVIDES SCHOLARSHIPS FOR EARLY CARE EDUCATORS AND CENTER DIRECTORS TO WORK TOWARDS EARNING AN ASSOCIATE'S DEGREE OR CREDENTIALS IN EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION. THE MAJORITY OF TUITION AND BOOK COSTS ARE PAID FOR AND MOST TEACH PARTICIPANTS RECEIVE A PER-SEMESTER STIPEND FOR TRAVEL OR FOR INTERNET ACCCESS AS WELL AS A BONUS FOR CAREGIVERS AND DIRECTORS WHO COMPLETE THEIR SCHOLARSHIP CONTRACT. THE TEACH PROGRAM WORKS WITH SEVERAL COLLEGES, UNIVERSITIES AND VOCATIONAL TECHNICAL SCHOOLS THROUGHOUT THE STATE AS WELL AS SEVERAL COMMUNITY BASED TRAINING INSTITUTIONS. UNDER MANAGEMENT OF THE FORUM, THE FLORIDA TEACH EARLY CHILDHOOD SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM SERVES AS AN UMBRELLA FOR A VARIETY OF EDUCATIONAL SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES FOR PEOPLE WORKING IN EARLY CARE AND EDUCATION PROGRAMS.
CHILD CARE INCENTIVE$ FLORIDA: THE PROGRAM IS DESIGNED TO INCREASE STABILITY AND IMPROVE CHILD CARE QUALITY BY REDUCING TURNOVER AND ENCOURAGING CONTINUED EDUCATION OF CHILD CARE PRACTITIONERS. THIS PROGRAM PROVIDES EDUCATION BASED SALARY SUPPLEMENTS FOR LOW TO MODERATE WAGE EARNERS WHO WORK WITH YOUNG CHILDREN AGES BIRTH TO FIVE.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT: THE FORUM MANAGES WORKFORCE REGISTRIES FOR EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATORS (ECE) IN MIAMI-DADE AND PALM BEACH COUNTIES. FORUM STAFF VERIFY EDUCATIONAL, TRAINING AND CERTIFICATION RECORDS, TRACK PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT DATA, AND PRODUCE REPORTS ON THE ECE WORKFORCES IN THOSE COUNTIES.
IN ADDITION TO THE PROGRAMS LISTED ABOVE, THERE ARE FOUR OTHER PROGRAMS THAT CHILDREN'S FORUM OPERATES. SOME OF THESE PROGRAMS ARE FOR EDUCATIONAL AND TRAINING SERVICES.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Phyllis Kalifeh President/ceo | Officer | 40 | $220,047 |
Melissa Clements Vp, Chief Research Officer | Officer | 40 | $92,429 |
William Kirchhoff VP Of Mis | Officer | 40 | $84,625 |
Lori L Stegmeyer Director Of Workforce Ini | Trustee | 40 | $76,479 |
Kerri Cloud CFO | Officer | 40 | $64,906 |
Denise Bishop Vice President-Out Reach. | Officer | 40 | $60,236 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $14,775,957 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $0 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $14,775,957 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $610,983 |
| Investment income | $131 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $2,540 |
| 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 | $15,389,611 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $746 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $10,135,235 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $710,200 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $7,101 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $2,524,365 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $103,783 |
| Other employee benefits | $271,573 |
| Payroll taxes | $222,400 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $4,200 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $83,200 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $388,294 |
| Advertising and promotion | $2,985 |
| Office expenses | $201,844 |
| Information technology | $11,868 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $334,596 |
| Travel | $4,538 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $17,774 |
| Interest | $18 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $6,688 |
| Insurance | $29,004 |
| All other expenses | $1,594 |
| Total functional expenses | $15,311,356 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $34,220 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $2,203,007 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $3,357,257 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $81,721 |
| 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 | $27,745 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $29,317 |
| Total assets | $5,733,267 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $1,760,741 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $20,954 |
| 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 | $1,214,009 |
| Total liabilities | $2,995,704 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $2,725,915 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $11,648 |
| 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 | $5,733,267 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 2 grants that Childrens Forum Inc has recieved totaling $25,158.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Charles Stewart Mott Foundation Flint, MI PURPOSE: TO SUPPORT A STATEWIDE AFTERSCHOOL NETWORK TO ENSURE THE AVAILABILITY AND EXPANSION OF SCHOOL-LINKED QUALITY AFTERSCHOOL AND SUMMER LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES THAT MEET THE NEEDS OF UNDERSERVED YOUTH. | $25,000 |
Amazonsmile Foundation Seattle, WA PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $158 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Quality Care For Children Inc Atlanta, GA | $7,415,823 | $20,444,719 |
R Club Child Care Inc St Petersburg, FL | $18,176,880 | $19,595,312 |
Family Central Inc Ft Lauderdale, FL | $4,010,498 | $16,912,867 |
Childrens Forum Inc Tallahassee, FL | $5,733,267 | $15,389,611 |
Centro Mater Child Care Servicesinc Lauderdale Lakes, FL | $3,264,997 | $12,190,582 |
Gulf Regional Early Childhood Services Inc Mobile, AL | $4,519,682 | $13,000,222 |
Assistance Unlimited Inc Lauderdale Lakes, FL | $14,917,830 | $14,034,670 |
Child Care Of Southwest Florida Inc Ft Myers, FL | $4,237,848 | $11,344,922 |
Community Childcare Food Supplement Inc Savannah, GA | $1,811,584 | $9,216,213 |
Early Education And Care Inc Panama City, FL | $7,887,030 | $6,650,931 |
Childcare Resources Birmingham, AL | $765,038 | $7,739,319 |
Florence Fuller Child Development Centers Inc Boca Raton, FL | $9,224,394 | $8,503,035 |