Elementary Institute Of Science
- Assets
- $6.0m
- Revenue
- $1.4m
- Investments
- $944.2k
- Employees
- 29
- Location
- San Diego, CA
- Founding
- 01/1969
- Data as of
- 06/2021
- EIN
- 94-1669545
Organization Overview
Elementary Institute Of Science is located in San Diego, CA. The organization was established in 1969. According to its NTEE Classification (U20) the organization is classified as: General Science, under the broad grouping of Science & Technology and related organizations. As of 06/2021, Elementary Institute Of Science employed 29 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Elementary Institute Of Science 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, Elementary Institute Of Science generated $1.4m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 6 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 2.4% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $1.1m during the year ending 06/2021. While expenses have increased by 3.5% 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:
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ELEMENTARY INSTITUTE OF SCIENCE (EIS) IS A PREMIER SCIENCE ENRICHMENT CENTER DEDICATED TO DEVELOPING STEM SKILLS AND INTERESTS IN ORDER TO ADDRESS THE WIDENING GAP OF UNDER-REPRESENTED STUDENTS IN SCIENCE.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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ELEMENTARY INSTITUTE OF SCIENCE (EIS) IS A PREMIER SCIENCE ENRICHMENT CENTER DEDICATED TO DEVELOPING STEM SKILLS AND INTERESTS IN ORDER TO ADDRESS THE WIDENING GAP OF UNDER-REPRESENTED STUDENTS IN SCIENCE. THROUGH INQUIRY-BASED PROJECT LEARNING ACTIVITIES, CHILDREN ARE ABLE EXPLORE, EXPERIMENT AND UNDERSTAND THE WORLD OF SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING AND MATH (STEM). EIS WAS ESTABLISHED IN SOUTHEAST SAN DIEGO IN 1964. THE FOUNDER, TOM WATTS, STARTED A HANDS-ON SCIENCE CLUB IN THE BACK OF HIS CLASSROOM. HE BELIEVED SCIENCE EDUCATION WOULD PROVIDE A STRONG FOUNDATION FOR THE STUDENTS TO CONTINUE ON TO COLLEGE AND TO SUCCEED IN THE RAPIDLY EXPANDING STEM-SKILLED WORKFORCE. THE AFTER-SCHOOL CLUB THRIVED. EIS BECAME ONE OF THE FIRST AND FINEST AFTER-SCHOOL STEM PROGRAMS IN THE UNITED STATES.THE EIS SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY LEARNING CENTER IS A LANDMARK BUILDING WHICH PROVIDES THE IDEAL ENVIRONMENT FOR HANDS-ON LEARNING AND EXPLORATION. THE 15,000-SQUARE FOOT FACILITY INCLUDES FIVE SCIENCE LABS, TWO IT LABS, A PHOTOGRAPHY LAB, LECTURE THEATRE AND CONFERENCE ROOM. EIS PROVIDES ON-GOING, PROGRESSIVE STEM PROGRAMS THAT CONTINUE TO CHALLENGE AND ENGAGE STUDENTS FROM THE AGE OF 7 THROUGH HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION IN A SPECIALIZED LABORATORY SETTING. ALL SUBJECTS INCLUDE A HANDS-ON LEARNING COMPONENT. CLASSES HAVE A MAXIMUM RATIO OF 10 STUDENTS TO ONE INSTRUCTOR. THE PROGRAMS ENCOMPASS 18 DIFFERENT SUBJECTS WITH CONTINUOUSLY IMPROVED CURRICULUM AND TOPICAL THEMES. EIS PROGRAMS UTILIZE COMMUNITY RESOURCES AND COLLABORATIONS. PROGRAMS ARE OFFERED BOTH AFTER-SCHOOL AND ON SATURDAYS, IN ADDITION TO A POPULAR SUMMER SCIENCE CAMP. EIS APPROACH IS DESIGNED TO PRODUCE LONG-TERM LEARNING GAINS AND SUSTAIN INTEREST IN STEM LEARNING THROUGH STEPPED LEVELS. PROGRAM ACTIVITIES INCLUDE FIELD TRIPS, PRESENTATIONS AND CAREER EXPLORATION.OVER 10,000 STUDENTS FROM ALL OVER SAN DIEGO COUNTY HAVE ATTENDED THE ELEMENTARY INSTITUTE OF SCIENCE. MANY EIS STUDENTS HAVE GONE ON TO ATTEND THE FINEST UNIVERSITIES IN THE UNITED STATES AND HAVE BECOME DOCTORS, SCIENTISTS AND OTHER STEM PROFESSIONALS.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
James Stone Executive Dir. | Officer | 40 | $113,868 |
Dr Pamela Thompson Vice President | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Brenna Sefton Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Debra Roy President | OfficerTrustee | 8 | $0 |
Lisa Walters-Hoffert Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Dr Mary Taylor Director | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $188,613 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $1,201,076 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $1,389,689 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $42,960 |
| Investment income | $11,626 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $800 |
| 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 | $1,449,596 |
| 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. | $121,375 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $30,344 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $540,044 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $53,931 |
| Payroll taxes | $62,766 |
| 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 | $45,474 |
| Advertising and promotion | $11,399 |
| Office expenses | $0 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $3,917 |
| 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 | $130,169 |
| Insurance | $25,097 |
| All other expenses | $14,449 |
| Total functional expenses | $1,118,136 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $663,815 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $330,282 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $87,415 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $5,850 |
| 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 | $13,737 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $3,923,218 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $944,179 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $555 |
| Total assets | $5,969,051 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $72,433 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $186,182 |
| 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 | $258,615 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $4,574,041 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $1,136,395 |
| 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 | $5,969,051 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 2 grants that Elementary Institute Of Science has recieved totaling $12,000.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
The Rice Family Foundation San Diego, CA PURPOSE: EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS | $10,000 |
The Floyd Robinson Foundation San Diego, CA PURPOSE: EDUCATIONAL | $2,000 |
Endowment Analysis
| Beg. Balance | $747,470 |
| Earnings | $193,282 |
| Other Expense | $8,057 |
| Ending Balance | $932,695 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Alfred E Mann Foundation For Scientific Research Santa Clarita, CA | $374,343,975 | $128,538,828 |
Oak Crest Institute Of Science Monrovia, CA | $4,897,984 | $4,671,335 |
Oregon Community Programs Eugene, OR | $4,423,506 | $4,611,357 |
Mind Research Inc Irvine, CA | $3,941,316 | $4,172,778 |
Chabot Space & Science Center Foundation Oakland, CA | $6,788,703 | $6,494,123 |
Society For The Advancement Of Material & Process Engineering Diamond Bar, CA | $8,577,702 | $1,437,457 |
Technovation Menlo Park, CA | $3,118,299 | $3,683,772 |
Foundation For Animal Care Andeducation San Diego, CA | $1,478,690 | $1,368,884 |
The Jupiter Research Foundation Los Altos, CA | $436,660 | $882,871 |
Buckminster Fuller Institute San Francisco, CA | $680,672 | $1,086,568 |
Decentralized Trails & Research All San Diego, CA | $2,135,392 | $2,240,290 |
Elementary Institute Of Science San Diego, CA | $5,969,051 | $1,449,596 |