NonprofitsBright Side Opportunities Corporation

Recreation & Sports

Bright Side Opportunities Corporation

LANCASTER, PA

Total revenue

$872K

Total expenses

$997K

Net assets

$2.3M

Grants received

$802K

34 grants

EIN

233062048

Tax year

2024

Mission

We provide opportunities dedicated to individual achievement and to strengthening the community through collaboration and programs that are educational and inclusive with a concentration on stem education and senior health and wellness.

Programs

2 programs

The bright side opportunities center's stem programs are designed to inspire and prepare students for future careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (stem). By exposing students to a wide range of stem disciplines, the program sparks curiousity, builds confidence, and develops the critical thinking skills necessary for success in a rapidly changing world. Each day focuses on a different area within stem, bridging the gap between education and industry. Through partnerships with local business and career professionals, known as "career connectors", students gain firsthand exposure to real-world applications of stem concepts. This collaboration helps them see the connection between classroom learning and future career opportunities. By integrating academic learning with hands-on exploration and mentorship, the program broadens students' horizons and cultivates both the skills and passion needed to pursue meaningful and successful careers in stem fields.

Expenses: $114K

The bright side opportunities center's fitness center experienced a strong year of growth and community engagement. Classes fully resumed, and participation returned to pre-pandemic levels. Membership increased by about 10%, reflecting renewed community interest in health and wellness. The center's silver sneakers program saw a 30% increase in participation, demonstrating a growing commitment among older adults to stay active and connected. In addition, pickleball continues to expand rapidly, attracting participants of all ages and strengthening the center's reputation as an inclusive and vibrant fitness hub. The fitness center's continued growth highlights the community's trust in our programs and affirms that our dedication to promoting health, wellness, and social connection is making a lasting, positive impact.

Expenses: $11K

Financials

FY 2024

Revenue

Contributions & grants$415K
Program service revenue$361K
Investment income$2K
Other revenue$94K
Total revenue$872K

Expenses

Grants paid
Salaries & benefits$482K
Fundraising$27K
Other expenses$514K
Total expenses$997K
Total assets$3.2M
Net assets$2.3M

People

23 listed

NameRoleCompensation

WILLONDA MCCLOUD

PRESIDENT &

Board

$117K

40 hrs/wk

FRANCINE HARLEY

CHAIR PERSON

Board

2 hrs/wk

GREG ADAMS

VICE CHAIR

Board

2 hrs/wk

DR DEBORAH DAVIS

SECRETARY

Board

2 hrs/wk

FRED WALLER

TREASURER

Board

2 hrs/wk

PETRONA LAPORTE

IMMEDIATE PA

Board

1 hrs/wk

ENELLY BETANCOURT

BOARD MEMBER

Board

1 hrs/wk

SALENA COACHMAN

BOARD MEMBER

Board

1 hrs/wk

VALERIE PERRY-CROSS

BOARD MEMBER

Board

1 hrs/wk

BARBARA DIXON

BOARD MEMBER

Board

1 hrs/wk

TRACEY FLETCHER

BOARD MEMBER

Board

1 hrs/wk

LISA GRAYBER

BOARD MEMBER

Board

1 hrs/wk

GRETCHEL HATHAWAY PHD

BOARD MEMBER

Board

1 hrs/wk

ROBERT HOLLISTER PHD

BOARD MEMBER

Board

1 hrs/wk

STACY KELLEY

BOARD MEMBER

Board

1 hrs/wk

REV JOHN A KNIGHT PASTOR

BOARD MEMBER

Board

1 hrs/wk

TOWAHNA RHIM PHD

BOARD MEMBER

Board

1 hrs/wk

STAN SAUNDERS

BOARD MEMBER

Board

1 hrs/wk

JANET SIMMS

BOARD MEMBER

Board

1 hrs/wk

CHARLES TAYLOR

BOARD MEMBER

Board

1 hrs/wk

DEBORAH THOMAS

BOARD MEMBER

Board

1 hrs/wk

SUSIN THOMAS

BOARD MEMBER

Board

1 hrs/wk

JORDAN WORMLEY

BOARD MEMBER

Board

1 hrs/wk

Grants received

Showing 34 of 34

FromAmountPurposeYear
$153K
GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT, EVENT SUPPORT, STRONG CHOICES BRIGHT FUTURES PROGRAM FOR WELL-BEING OF ELDERLY INDIVIDUALS, AND DONOR RECOMMENDED GRANT FROM DONOR ADVISED FUND FOR STEM PROGRAM
2024
$20K
GENERAL SUPPORT
2024
$5K
TAX AND AUDIT PREP
2024
$5K
TECH DEEP DIVE - ST
2024
$5K
ALL STAFF DEIJ WORKSHOPS
2024
$60K
LEVEL UP & LAUNCH
2023
$54K
LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT, GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT, AND DONOR RECOMMENDED GRANT FROM DONOR ADVISED FUND FOR STEM PROGRAM
2023
$13K
GRANT - STEM
2023
$10K
SUPPORT PROGRAM SVC
2023
$5K
WATER CONSERVATION - RAIN THE DRAIN
2023
$37K
LEVEL UP & LAUNCH
2022
$29K
GRANT - STEM
2022
$27K
DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT
2022
$25K
SPORTS/LEISURE
2022
$38K
GRANT - STEM
2021
$35K
LEVEL UP & LAUNCH
2021
$9K
COMMUNITY ACTION GRANTS
2021
$25K
STEM GIRLS LEADERSHIP ACADEMY
2020
$16K
GRANT - STEM
2020
$16K
DESIGNATED GRANTS FOR GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT.
2020
$274
GENERAL PURPOSE
2020
$8K
DESIGNATED GRANTS FOR GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT, DREAMS AFRICAN AMERICAN AND LATINO ART EXHIBIT, AND TEENAGE GIRLS EMPOWERMENT SUMMIT 2018.
2018

Funded by

$802K from 11 funders · 34 grants · 2018–2024

Lancaster County Community Foundation

$258K · 5 grants · 2018–2024

Central Pennsylvania Food Bank

$170K · 9 grants · 2020–2023

United Way Of Lancaster County

$132K · 3 grants · 2021–2023

The Steinman Foundation

$96K · 4 grants · 2020–2023

American Endowment Foundation

$50K · 2 grants · 2020–2022

The Keith Campbell Foundation

$43K · 6 grants · 2023–2024

Arconic Foundation

$25K · 1 grant · 2020

Lancaster General Hospital

$10K · 1 grant · 2023

Details

EIN233062048
NTEE codeN31
Subsection03
Ruling date2001-03
Formed2000
Employees23
Volunteers300
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