Our Children
- Assets
- $108.9k
- Revenue
- $377.7k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 0
- Location
- Minnetonka, MN
- Founding
- Data as of
- 12/2021
- EIN
- 84-4222845
Organization Overview
Our Children is located in Minnetonka, MN. According to its NTEE Classification (W24) the organization is classified as: Citizen Participation, under the broad grouping of Public & Societal Benefit and related organizations. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Our Children is a 501(c)(4) and as such, is described as a "Civic League, Social Welfare Organization, and Local Association of Employees" by the IRS.
For the year ending 12/2021, Our Children generated $377.7k in total revenue. This represents a relatively dramatic decline in revenue. Over the past 2 years, the organization has seen revenues fall by an average of (11.7%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $500.3k during the year ending 12/2021. 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
OUR CHILDREN IS AN EFFORT TO EDUCATE ALL MINNESOTANS THAT ALL CHILDREN DESERVE A QUALITY PUBLIC EDUCATION.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
OUR CHILDREN WAS ABLE TO INTRODUCE THE PAGE AMENDMENT BILL IN BOTH THE HOUSE AND SENATE AND BUILD AN ADVOCACY OPERATION TO BUILD OUR COALITION OF SUPPORTERS. WE WERE BUSY INTRODUCING THE PAGE AMENDMENT TO POTENTIAL PAGE PARTNERS AND WORKING TO COLLABORATE WITH THESE PARTNERS.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Nevada Littlewolf Executive Director | Officer | 40 | $108,000 |
Rashad Turner Former Board Of Director | Trustee | 1 | $26,500 |
Mike Mcfadden President | OfficerTrustee | 3 | $0 |
Michael Ciresi Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Louis King Board Of Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Kathleen Blatz Board Of Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
K2 & Co Communications, Fundraising, Management | 12/30/21 | $154,297 |
Messerli Kramer Government Affairs | 12/30/21 | $140,000 |
Nevada Littlewolf Executive Director | 12/30/21 | $108,353 |
Financial Statements
| 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 | $377,662 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $377,662 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $0 |
| 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 | $377,662 |
| 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. | $134,500 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $134,500 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $0 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $0 |
| Payroll taxes | $0 |
| Fees for services: Management | $25,000 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $2,600 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $4,815 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $87,250 |
| Advertising and promotion | $6,475 |
| Office expenses | $4,015 |
| Information technology | $48,260 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $0 |
| Travel | $581 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $500,290 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $99,907 |
| 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 | $9,000 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $0 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $108,907 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $48,175 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Total liabilities | $48,175 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $60,732 |
| 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 | $108,907 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 1 grants that Our Children has recieved totaling $1,800.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Elliott And Marlys Badzin Family Foundation Eagan, MN PURPOSE: GENERAL FUNDING | $1,800 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Win Minnesota Saint Paul, MN | $1,242,170 | $2,311,000 |
Madison Parks Foundation Inc Madison, WI | $4,094,657 | $1,634,719 |
Federation Of State Conservation Voter Leagues Inc Minneapolis, MN | $993,932 | $1,288,972 |
Minnesota Voice Saint Paul, MN | $623,859 | $539,519 |
American Future Fund West Des Moines, IA | $1,849,149 | $360,138 |
Federation Of State Conservation Voter Leagues Inc Madison, WI | $916,897 | $892,473 |
Wisconsin Family Action Inc Madison, WI | $468,342 | $565,160 |
Alliance For A Better Minnesotaeducation Fund Saint Paul, MN | $12,300 | $318,000 |
Fairvote Minnesota Foundation Saint Paul, MN | $311,242 | $626,509 |
Our Children Minnetonka, MN | $108,907 | $377,662 |
Growth & Justice Saint Paul, MN | $105,540 | $200,347 |
Citizens Involvement Council Pierre, SD | $440,754 | $250,288 |