Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Iowa, Inc.
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Iowa, Inc.
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About this organization
Mission
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Iowa provides children facing adversity with strong and enduring, professionally supported one-to-one relationships that change their lives for the better, forever.
About
Community based mentoring: matches youth, ages 5-18, with adult role models 1-to-1 for guidance, support and unconditional friendship. They meet, at a minimum 4 hrs/month and are involved in a variety of activities. Professional staff supports matches in achieving their goals and helps ensure a fun, fulfilling experience. In FY 2019, 333 children were served, offering that many adults this unique opportunity to invest in their community by investing in a child. Children in Polk, Dallas, and Warren counties were served through this program. Evaluations by parents and volunteers show child improvement in self-confidence (86%); academic performance (64%); relationships with peers (71%); attitude toward school (61%).
Interesting data from their 2020 990 filing
According to the filing, the non-profit's mission is “Our mission is to impact youth by empowering them to discover and achieve their goals through meaningful mentoring. our vision consists of making a positive difference in the lives of our youth.”.
When referring to its actions, they were described as: “To professionally organize adult volunteers interested in the welfare of children.”.
- According to the law, the state of operation reported by the non-profit is IA.
- According to their form, the non-profit as of 2020 has a total of 18 employees.
- Does not operate a hospital.
- Does not operate a school.
- Does not collect art.
- Does not provide credit counseling.
- Does not have foreign activities.
- Is not a donor advised fund.
- Is not a private foundation.
- Expenses are greater than $1,000,000.
- Revenue is between $500,000 and $1,000,000+.
- Revenue less expenses is $10,225.
- The CEO's salary plan within the organization is not subject to review and endorsement by a neutral party.
- The organization has 20 independent voting members.
- The organization was formed in 1967.
- The organization has a written policy that addresses conflicts of interest.
- The organization is required to file Schedule B.
- The organization is required to file Schedule O.
- The organization pays $685,177 in salary, compensation, and benefits to its employees.
- The organization pays $93,636 in fundraising expenses.
- The organization provides Form 990 to its governing body.
- The organization has minutes of its meetings.
- The organization has a written whistleblower policy.
- The organization has fundraising events.
- The organization's financial statements were reviewed by an accountant.
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