Build-a-bear Foundation Inc
Only null% goes to programs Strong reserves
Build-a-bear Foundation Inc is a 501(c)(3) organization based in Saint Louis, Missouri, registered in 2003, with $2,011,924 in FY2024 revenue. CharityIndex grades it B.
415 S 18th St Ste 200, Saint Louis, MO, 63103 EIN 33-1007188 Since 2003
Revenue (FY2024)
$2.0M
▲ 0.9% vs prior year
Human Services median: $293K
Expenses (FY2024)
$1.7M
Net assets
$2.4M
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 Build-a-bear Foundation 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 rating17 mo reserves · +15% 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 Build-a-bear Foundation Inc: 17 mo reserves · +15% 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 Build-a-bear Foundation 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 Build-a-bear Foundation Inc: 2 of 5 disclosure signals earns a C on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
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Contact & location
- Address
- 415 S 18th St Ste 200, Saint Louis, MO, 63103
- City
- Saint Louis
- State
- Missouri
- Category
- Human Services
- Subcategory
- Children & Youth Services
- Website
- …
Financial trends
Revenue grew from $697K (FY2020) to $2.0M (FY2024) across 5 reported years.
Financial snapshot
Financial health & position (FY2024)
Liabilities $177KNet assets $2.4M
Operating margin
14.7%
Revenue exceeded expenses in the latest fiscal year.
Total assets
$2.6M
Total liabilities
$177K
Net assets
$2.4M
Financials by year
| Fiscal year | Revenue | Expenses | Net assets | Total assets | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,011,924▲0.9% | $1,715,508▼23.4% | $2,437,433▲18.4% | $2,614,473▲19.1% | 990 |
| 2023 | $1,993,273▼20.5% | $2,238,209▲9.6% | $2,059,239▼6.6% | $2,195,249▼9.8% | 990 |
| 2022 | $2,507,246▲37.3% | $2,042,796▲99.9% | $2,204,907▲24.8% | $2,432,507▲30.1% | 990 |
| 2021 | $1,826,106▲162% | $1,021,918▼15.6% | $1,767,278▲83.5% | $1,869,975▲62.6% | 990 |
| 2020 | $697,398 | $1,211,502 | $963,090 | $1,150,097 | 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 · $38K total
3 grants to Build-a-bear Foundation Inc totaling $38K, reported by foundations on their Schedule I filings.
| Grantmaker | Purpose | Year | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Way of Greater St Louis Inc | Ccs - community stability and crisis response | 2022 | $15,000 |
| Charities Aid Foundation America | Charitable donation | 2022 | $15,000 |
| The Foundation For Barnes-jewish Hospital | To empower kids of all ages to express themselves in a safe, warm space through services, experiences and, of course, furry friends | 2022 | $7,500 |
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Frequently asked questions
- Is Build-a-bear Foundation Inc a legitimate nonprofit?
- Yes. Build-a-bear Foundation Inc is a 501(c)(3) organization registered with the U.S. Internal Revenue Service under EIN 33-1007188, based in Saint Louis, Missouri. Donations are tax-deductible.
- What is Build-a-bear Foundation Inc's EIN?
- Build-a-bear Foundation Inc's Employer Identification Number (EIN) is 33-1007188.
- How much revenue does Build-a-bear Foundation Inc report?
- Build-a-bear Foundation Inc reported $2,011,924 in total revenue on its fiscal year 2024 IRS Form 990 filing.
- What financial grade does Build-a-bear Foundation Inc have?
- CharityIndex grades Build-a-bear Foundation Inc B, based on financial health (reserves and operating margin).
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Data for Build-a-bear Foundation Inc (EIN 33-1007188) 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.