NonprofitsBelieve Schools Inc

Education

Believe Schools Inc

INDIANAPOLIS, IN

Total revenue

$5.1M

Total expenses

$5.9M

Net assets

Grants received

$3.6M

18 grants

EIN

833062439

Tax year

2023

Mission

Believe circle city high school is a public college and career preparatory high school dedicated to the achievement of students in the indianapolis area. Our mission is to develop students into leaders through a community that fosters their agency, autonomy, and acceleration providing a foundation for future independence and success.

Programs

2 programs

Dual enrollment programs offered through partnerships with the minority contractors collaboration, cosmetology programs, messer construction, and other organizations provide students with hands-on career and technical education opportunities. These programs serve over 50 students annually, focusing on equipping them with industry-relevant skills and certifications while earning high school and college credits. The minority contractors collaboration and messer construction programs emphasize training in construction and skilled trades, fostering pathways into lucrative industries. Cosmetology programs provide students with the foundational skills and hours required for licensing. These initiatives prepare students for immediate entry into the workforce or further education, promoting career readiness and economic mobility.

Counseling and therapy programs provided through partnerships with one sensible solution, open seat, and similar organizations deliver critical mental health and life coaching services to students. Over 50% of participating students receive weekly sessions tailored to their individual needs, focusing on personal growth, emotional regulation, and resilience. These programs aim to support students' overall well-being, addressing challenges such as stress, trauma, and social-emotional development. With professional counselors and therapists, these initiatives foster a supportive environment that empowers students to thrive academically and personally.

Financials

FY 2023

Revenue

Contributions & grants$4.8M
Program service revenue$24K
Investment income$151
Other revenue$212K
Total revenue$5.1M

Expenses

Grants paid
Salaries & benefits$2.5M
Fundraising
Other expenses$3.4M
Total expenses$5.9M
Total assets$3.9M
Net assets

People

12 listed

NameRoleCompensation

KIMBERLY NEAL-BRANNUM

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Board

$155K

40 hrs/wk

PATRICK JONES

CHAIR

Board

0.5 hrs/wk

HALEY HARSHMAN

CO-CHAIR

Board

0.5 hrs/wk

LATONYA TURNER

CO-CHAIR

Board

0.5 hrs/wk

JENNIFER FULK

SECRETARY

Board

0.5 hrs/wk

MARQUES WHITMIRE

TREASURER

Board

0.5 hrs/wk

BUNMI AKINTOMIDE

MEMBER

Board

0.5 hrs/wk

ANDRE BENNIN

MEMBER

Board

0.5 hrs/wk

DEREK DENNIS

MEMBER

Board

0.5 hrs/wk

CHRISTL GLIER

MEMBER

Board

0.5 hrs/wk

ALICIA HERVEY

MEMBER

Board

0.5 hrs/wk

KAITLYN REIMER

CHIEF ACADEMIC OFFICER

Staff

$113K

40 hrs/wk

Grants received

Showing 18 of 18

FromAmountPurposeYear
$305K
CHARTER SCHOOL CAPACITY-BUILDING
2024
$265K
INNOVATIVE SCHOOLS
2024
$250K
FELLOW SCHOOL INVESTMENT
2024
$123K
BELIEVE Scholars Are Resilience
2024
$100K
CHARTER SCHOOL GROWTH
2024
$30K
IMPACT AND INNOVATION
2024
$220K
INNOVATIVE SCHOOLS
2023
$106K
THE GRANT IS PROVIDED TO ASSIST BELIEVE SCHOOLS, INC. IN FURTHERING ITS EDUCATIONAL AND CHARITABLE PURPOSES UNDER CODE SECTION 501(C)(3). SPECIFICALLY, THE MIND TRUST SEEKS TO ASSIST BELIEVE SCHOOLS, INC. IN PROVIDING PROGRAMMATIC HIGH DOSAGE TUTORING AND ENROLLMENT SUPPORT.
2023
$6K
TO PROVIDE NEEDED CAFETERIA EQUIPMENT
2023
$558K
SEE ATTACHED
2022
$140K
INNOVATIVE SCHOOLS
2022
$390
Program and/or Operating Support
2022
$115K
INNOVATIVE SCHOOLS
2021
$397K
SEE ATTACHED
2020
$205K
INNOVATIVE SCHOOLS
2020
$440K
SEE ATTACHED
2019

Funded by

$3.6M from 7 funders · 18 grants · 2019–2024

The Mind Trust Inc

$1.8M · 5 grants · 2019–2024

New Schools Fund

$945K · 5 grants · 2020–2024

Charter Fund Inc

$435K · 3 grants · 2024

United Way Of Central Indiana Inc

$290K · 2 grants · 2022

The Indianapolis Foundation Inc

$123K · 1 grant · 2024

Details

EIN833062439
NTEE codeB29
Subsection03
Ruling date2019-03
Formed2018
Employees38
Volunteers9
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