NonprofitsCreative Development Academy

Education

Creative Development Academy

SAINT LOUIS, MO

Total revenue

$959K

Total expenses

$952K

Net assets

$14K

Grants received

EIN

831872708

Tax year

2024

Mission

Fostering the physical, emotional, social, and cognitive development of each child through age-appropriate activities and curriculum. Ensuring the safety and well-being of all children by maintaining a secure environment, adhering to health and safety regulations, and implementing emergency procedures. Embracing diversity and creating an inclusive environment where every child feels valued and respected regardless of their background, culture, or abilities. Collaborating with parents and families to support the holistic development of their children, providing opportunities for involvement and communication. Offering high-quality early childhood education that stimulates curiosity, creativity, and a love for learning, preparing children for future academic success.

Programs

2 programs

Our scholarship initiative is designed to expand access to high-quality early childhood education for families experiencing financial hardship. By providing targeted tuition assistance, we ensure that children from underserved communities can participate in our enriching, developmentally focused programs within a nurturing and inclusive environment. This initiative underscores our commitment to promoting educational equity by removing cost barriers and supporting diverse learners through inclusive practices and fostering long-term success by investing in early developmental milestones. We take pride in contributing to the academic and personal growth of our community's youngest learners. Through this program, we empower children from all backgrounds to thrive-building a foundation for lifelong achievement and a brighter future

Expenses: $157K

Our center has established a robust framework for parent engagement, recognizing caregivers as pivotal partners in early childhood education. We offer a diverse array of opportunities, including developmentally focused workshops, family seminars, and structured volunteer roles, that empower parents to participate actively in their child's learning journey. These efforts foster meaningful connections between families and educators, cultivate a shared commitment to educational excellence, and reinforce parents' roles as their child's first teachers. Through sustained family engagement, we have cultivated a collaborative community that enriches our children's learning environments and strengthens overall program outcomes

Expenses: $41K

Financials

FY 2024

Revenue

Contributions & grants$153K
Program service revenue$806K
Investment income
Other revenue
Total revenue$959K

Expenses

Grants paid$50K
Salaries & benefits$436K
Fundraising
Other expenses$466K
Total expenses$952K
Total assets$14K
Net assets$14K

People

3 listed

NameRoleCompensation

Saleetha Barbee

Executive Director

Board

$51K

60 hrs/wk

Rahson Jordan

Board

Board

10 hrs/wk

Veronica Connors Sandford

Treasurer

Board

10 hrs/wk

Details

EIN831872708
NTEE codeB90
Subsection03
Ruling date2023-02
Formed2018
Employees17
Volunteers11
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