Blessings In A Backpack Inc
Only null% goes to programs Strong reserves Growing revenue
Blessings In A Backpack Inc is a 501(c)(3) organization based in Fort Wayne, Indiana, registered in 2008, with $560,895 in FY2024 revenue. CharityIndex grades it B.
111 E Wayne St Ste 555, Fort Wayne, IN, 46802 EIN 26-2627847 Since 2008
Revenue (FY2024)
$561K
▲ 68.9% vs prior year
Youth median: $163K
Expenses (FY2024)
$441K
Net assets
$272K
Employees
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CharityIndex rating
One independent A+ to F grade from four published criteria, each scored separately from IRS filings and combined by weight.
B
★★★★
Rated on 2 of 4 criteria — the rest aren't reported in this filing type.
Held down by its weakest criterion — a strong score on one criterion can't hide a weak one.
How the rating works →—Program efficiency40% of the ratingNo expense breakdown in filings
Measures how much of every dollar spent actually reaches programs, plus what it costs to raise $100 of donations. The worse of the two measures sets the letter (85%+ to programs is an A; under $15 to raise $100 is an A), averaged over the three most recent filings. Not scored for Blessings In A Backpack Inc— this filing type doesn't report it, and the rating simply skips it (never counts it against the organization). See the exact thresholds →
AFinancial health25% of the rating7 mo reserves · +21% margin
Measures whether the organization is built to last: how many months its reserves would cover expenses (3+ months earns an A-range score, but hoarding 5+ years of budget is capped) and whether it runs a surplus or a deficit. For Blessings In A Backpack Inc: 7 mo reserves · +21% margin earns a A on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
—Governance25% of the ratingNot reported in this filing type
Checks how the organization is run, from its own Form 990: an independent board majority, a board of five or more, conflict-of-interest, whistleblower and document-retention policies, and independently audited financials. The share of disclosed checks that pass sets the letter. Not scored for Blessings In A Backpack Inc— this filing type doesn't report it, and the rating simply skips it (never counts it against the organization). See the exact thresholds →
CTransparency10% of the rating2 of 5 disclosure signals
Counts five disclosure signals: a recent filing, a mission statement, program descriptions, a listed website, and the full expense breakdown. More disclosure, better letter. For Blessings In A Backpack Inc: 2 of 5 disclosure signals earns a C on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
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Contact & location
- Address
- 111 E Wayne St Ste 555, Fort Wayne, IN, 46802
- City
- Fort Wayne
- State
- Indiana
- Category
- Youth Development
- Subcategory
- Youth Development Programs
- Website
- …
Financial trends
Revenue grew from $191K (FY2017) to $561K (FY2024) across 8 reported years.
Financial snapshot
Financial health & position (FY2024)
Liabilities $0Net assets $272K
Operating margin
21.3%
Revenue exceeded expenses in the latest fiscal year.
Total assets
$272K
Total liabilities
$0
Net assets
$272K
Financials by year
| Fiscal year | Revenue | Expenses | Net assets | Total assets | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $560,895▲68.9% | $441,308▲30.9% | $271,581▲78.7% | $271,581▲78.7% | 990 |
| 2023 | $332,172▲9.1% | $337,224▲17.3% | $151,994▼3.2% | $151,994▼3.2% | 990 |
| 2022 | $304,496▲34.0% | $287,538▲13.3% | $157,046▲12.1% | $157,046▲12.1% | 990 |
| 2021 | $227,201▼9.0% | $253,862▲33.4% | $140,088▼16.0% | $140,088▼16.0% | 990 |
| 2020 | $249,619▲19.3% | $190,285▼28.3% | $166,749▲55.2% | $166,749▲55.2% | 990 |
| 2019 | $209,155▲1.3% | $265,296▲6.8% | $107,415▼34.3% | $107,415▼34.3% | 990 |
| 2018 | $206,431▲8.0% | $248,299▲66.3% | $163,556▼20.4% | $163,556▼20.4% | 990 |
| 2017 | $191,146 | $149,349 | $205,424 | $205,424 | 990 |
Original Form 990 PDFs (the Form column) are served by ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer, as filed with the IRS. Create a free account to download the CSV report.
Grants received · $254K total
10 grants to Blessings In A Backpack Inc totaling $254K, reported by foundations on their Schedule I filings.
| Grantmaker | Purpose | Year | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parkview Health System Inc | Food distribution program for low-income children | 2024 | $58,490 |
| Parkview Health System Inc | Food distribution program for low-income children | 2023 | $43,890 |
| Parkview Health System Inc | Food distribution program for low-income children | 2022 | $51,890 |
| Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund | For grant recipient's exempt purposes | 2022 | $5,600 |
| Parkview Health System Inc | Food distribution program for low-income children | 2019 | $21,500 |
| Parkview Health System Inc | Food distribution program for low-income children | 2019 | $21,500 |
| Parkview Health System Inc | Food distribution program for low-income children | 2018 | $18,000 |
| Parkview Health System Inc | Food distribution program for low-income children | 2017 | $15,000 |
| Parkview Health System Inc | Food distribution program for low-income children | 2016 | $8,600 |
| Parkview Health System Inc | Food distribution program for low-income children | 2015 | $9,750 |
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Frequently asked questions
- Is Blessings In A Backpack Inc a legitimate nonprofit?
- Yes. Blessings In A Backpack Inc is a 501(c)(3) organization registered with the U.S. Internal Revenue Service under EIN 26-2627847, based in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Donations are tax-deductible.
- What is Blessings In A Backpack Inc's EIN?
- Blessings In A Backpack Inc's Employer Identification Number (EIN) is 26-2627847.
- How much revenue does Blessings In A Backpack Inc report?
- Blessings In A Backpack Inc reported $560,895 in total revenue on its fiscal year 2024 IRS Form 990 filing.
- What financial grade does Blessings In A Backpack Inc have?
- CharityIndex grades Blessings In A Backpack Inc B, based on financial health (reserves and operating margin).
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Data for Blessings In A Backpack Inc (EIN 26-2627847) comes from the IRS Business Master File and e-filed Form 990 returns, via CharityIndex. Figures reflect what the organization reported to the IRS for each fiscal year.