Grow Early Learning Corp
501(c)(3) Donations tax-deductible
88% goes to programs $0 to raise $100 Growing revenue
Grow Early Learning Corp is a 501(c)(3) organization based in Raleigh, North Carolina, registered in 1982, with $79,457,527 in FY2024 revenue. CharityIndex grades it A, and it directs about 88% of spending to programs.
2301 Sugar Bush Rd Ste 400, Raleigh, NC, 27612 EIN 52-1020023 Since 1982
Revenue (FY2024)
$79.5M
▼ 4.8% vs prior year
Expenses (FY2024)
$79.8M
Net assets
$21.4M
Employees
1,340
CharityIndex rating
One independent A+ to F grade from four published criteria, each scored separately from IRS filings and combined by weight.
A
AProgram efficiency40% of the rating88% to programs · $0 to raise $100
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. For Grow Early Learning Corp: 88% to programs · $0 to raise $100 earns a A on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
AFinancial health25% of the rating3 mo reserves · -0% 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 Grow Early Learning Corp: 3 mo reserves · -0% margin earns a A on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
A+Governance25% of the rating6 of 6 checks met
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. For Grow Early Learning Corp: 6 of 6 checks met earns a A+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
A+Transparency10% of the rating5 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 Grow Early Learning Corp: 5 of 5 disclosure signals earns a A+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
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Mission
East coast migrant head start project is committed to preparing the children of migrant and seasonal farm workers for success. we do this by providing holistic, high-quality early childhood education services for children and families in a nurturing, culturally-sensitive environment and by providing services and advocating for children and families in their other areas of need.
What they do
Ecmhsp also is funded to provide training and technical assistance to staff of ecmhsp and its delegate agencies. training and technical assistance is accomplished through a variety of activities, including on-site training and technical assistance, cluster training, and annualconference activities. in addition, ecmhsp is funded to provide professional development activities relating to the credentialing of head start teachers and other head start staff.
Contact & location
- Address
- 2301 Sugar Bush Rd Ste 400, Raleigh, NC, 27612
- City
- Raleigh
- State
- North Carolina
- Category
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- Subcategory
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Financial trends
Revenue grew from $48.9M (FY2013) to $79.5M (FY2024) across 11 reported years.
Financial snapshot
Financial health & position (FY2024)
Liabilities $10.6MNet assets $21.4M
Operating margin
-0.5%
Spent more than it raised in the latest fiscal year.
Total assets
$32.0M
Total liabilities
$10.6M
Net assets
$21.4M
Salaries & benefits
$56.3M
71% of expenses
Board members
10
10 independent
Financials by year
| Fiscal year | Revenue | Expenses | Net assets | Total assets | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $79,457,527▼4.8% | $79,826,478▲0.7% | $21,375,803▲8.9% | $32,023,261▲4.7% | 990 |
| 2023 | $83,424,741▲9.6% | $79,266,745▲7.2% | $19,621,336▲26.9% | $30,577,889▲23.7% | 990 |
| 2022 | $76,098,166▲25.5% | $73,941,996▲26.3% | $15,463,340▲16.2% | $24,729,073▲60.4% | 990 |
| 2021 | $60,635,891▲19.8% | $58,552,759▲17.8% | $13,307,169▲18.6% | $15,412,919▲7.4% | 990 |
| 2020 | $50,601,253▲1.3% | $49,698,270▼2.0% | $11,224,037▲8.7% | $14,347,825▲14.0% | 990 |
| 2019 | $49,929,989▲8.7% | $50,710,466▲11.8% | $10,321,054▼2.9% | $12,581,210▲0.1% | 990 |
| 2017 | $45,918,246▼4.5% | $45,347,641▼1.0% | $10,632,041▲5.7% | $12,570,311▲5.4% | 990 |
| 2016 | $48,077,620▲2.2% | $45,809,243▲0.2% | $10,061,436▲29.1% | $11,921,152▲7.5% | 990 |
| 2015 | $47,045,374▲3.7% | $45,700,565▼1.4% | $7,793,059▲20.9% | $11,094,057▲17.0% | 990 |
| 2014 | $45,369,724▼7.2% | $46,361,647▼4.7% | $6,448,250▲800% | $9,485,981▲237% | 990 |
| 2013 | $48,875,268 | $48,648,714▼13.2% | $716,330▲46.2% | $2,814,448▼2.9% | 990 |
| 2012 | — | $56,050,668▲2.5% | $490,043▲75.6% | $2,897,237▼14.7% | 990 |
| 2011 | — | $54,703,920▼4.6% | $279,107▼6.3% | $3,397,438▼7.5% | 990 |
| 2010 | — | $57,348,450▲0.6% | $297,818▲1.9% | $3,673,404▼17.7% | 990 |
| 2009 | — | $57,006,388 | $292,232 | $4,462,399 | 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.
Leadership & compensation (FY2024)
Highest-paid: Maria Garza — $207,095 (0.26% of total expenses)
| Name | Title | Hours/week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maria Garza | Chief Executive Officer | 40 | $207,095 |
| John Menditto | Chief Legal Officer | 40 | $177,872 |
| Patricia Martinez | Chief of Staff | 40 | $162,734 |
| Christine L Alvarado | Chief Innovation Officer | 40 | $156,790 |
| Javier Gonzalez | Chief Operations Officer | 40 | $148,171 |
| Sondra A Mcdonald | Chief Financial Officer | 40 | $133,194 |
| Angel J Casiano | Director of Program Operat | 40 | $128,151 |
| Jamie Jenny Guzman | Director of Program Operat | 40 | $126,312 |
| Mayra Rangel | Director | 40 | $125,466 |
| Loretta N Jones | Head Start Administrator | 40 | $124,970 |
| Christopher Davis | Director of Human Resources | 40 | $113,478 |
| Dana E Rogers | Director | 40 | $111,106 |
| Delores A Stubbs | Director | 40 | $108,014 |
| Rosecar Mccormick | Director of Program Operat | 40 | $105,756 |
| Lisa Murray | Director of Technology Solutions | 40 | $105,608 |
| Dr Jose S Villa | Board Member | 2 | — |
| Esperanza Gamboa | Board Member | 2 | — |
| Faustina Vasquez | Policy Council President | 2 | — |
| Israel Najera | Board Member | 2 | — |
| Juvencio Rocha-peralta | Vice President | 6 | — |
Top vendors & contractors (FY2024)
| Contractor | Services | Paid |
|---|---|---|
| Gonzalez Metal Roofing | Roofing | $353,350 |
Grants received · $324K total
15 grants to Grow Early Learning Corp totaling $324K, reported by foundations on their Schedule I filings.
| Grantmaker | Purpose | Year | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mightycause Charitable Foundation | Unrestricted | 2024 | $8,041 |
| Unidosus | Grants | 2023 | $74,500 |
| Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund | For grant recipient's exempt purposes | 2023 | $15,700 |
| Mightycause Charitable Foundation | — | 2023 | $6,343 |
| Unidosus | Grants | 2022 | $38,750 |
| Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund | For grant recipient's exempt purposes | 2022 | $15,600 |
| Mightycause Charitable Foundation | Unrestricted | 2022 | $9,329 |
| Unidosus | Grants | 2021 | $61,750 |
| Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund | For grant recipient's exempt purposes | 2021 | $14,250 |
| Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund | For grant recipient's exempt purposes | 2021 | $14,250 |
| Mightycause Charitable Foundation | Unrestricted | 2021 | $5,962 |
| Unidosus | Grants | 2020 | $33,500 |
| Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund | For grant recipient's exempt purposes | 2020 | $13,200 |
| Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund | For grant recipient's exempt purposes | 2018 | $7,500 |
| Unidosus | Grants | 2018 | $5,000 |
Grants made · $5.2M in FY2024
2 grants totaling $5.2M in FY2024. All grants made by Grow Early Learning Corp →
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pathstone Corporation | To provide subcontracts for provision of migrant head start services | $4,434,456 |
| St Benedict Child Development Ctr St Benedict Day Care Center | To provide subcontracts for provision of migrant head start services | $778,132 |
Frequently asked questions
- Is Grow Early Learning Corp a legitimate nonprofit?
- Yes. Grow Early Learning Corp is a 501(c)(3) organization registered with the U.S. Internal Revenue Service under EIN 52-1020023, based in Raleigh, North Carolina. Donations are tax-deductible.
- What is Grow Early Learning Corp's EIN?
- Grow Early Learning Corp's Employer Identification Number (EIN) is 52-1020023.
- How much revenue does Grow Early Learning Corp report?
- Grow Early Learning Corp reported $79,457,527 in total revenue on its fiscal year 2024 IRS Form 990 filing.
- How much of Grow Early Learning Corp's spending goes to programs?
- Grow Early Learning Corp spends about 88% of its total expenses on programs, based on its latest IRS Form 990.
- What financial grade does Grow Early Learning Corp have?
- CharityIndex grades Grow Early Learning Corp A, based on program efficiency and fundraising cost.
- How much does Grow Early Learning Corp's highest-paid employee make?
- The highest reported compensation on Grow Early Learning Corp's latest Form 990 is $207,095, paid to Maria Garza (Chief Executive Officer).
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Data for Grow Early Learning Corp (EIN 52-1020023) 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.