Science Play-space Initiative Spi Inc
Only null% goes to programs Strong reserves Declining revenue
Science Play-space Initiative Spi Inc is a 501(c)(3) organization based in Mount Vernon, Ohio, registered in 2012, with $131,287 in FY2024 revenue. CharityIndex grades it D.
400 S Main St, Mount Vernon, OH, 43050 EIN 45-4592640 Since 2012
Revenue (FY2024)
$131K
▼ 5.4% vs prior year
Education median: $200K
Expenses (FY2024)
$175K
Net assets
$587K
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.
D
—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 Science Play-space Initiative Spi Inc— this filing type doesn't report it, and the rating simply skips it (never counts it against the organization). See the exact thresholds →
DFinancial health25% of the rating40 mo reserves · -33% 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 Science Play-space Initiative Spi Inc: 40 mo reserves · -33% margin earns a D 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 Science Play-space Initiative Spi 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 Science Play-space Initiative Spi Inc: 2 of 5 disclosure signals earns a C on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
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Contact & location
- Address
- 400 S Main St, Mount Vernon, OH, 43050
- City
- Mount Vernon
- State
- Ohio
- Category
- Education
- Subcategory
- Educational Services
- Website
- …
Financial trends
Revenue grew from $73K (FY2012) to $131K (FY2024) across 12 reported years.
Financial snapshot
Financial health & position (FY2024)
Liabilities $0Net assets $587K
Operating margin
-32.9%
Spent more than it raised in the latest fiscal year.
Total assets
$587K
Total liabilities
$0
Net assets
$587K
Financials by year
| Fiscal year | Revenue | Expenses | Net assets | Total assets | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $131,287▼5.4% | $174,537▼1.1% | $586,558▼6.9% | $586,558▼6.9% | 990 |
| 2023 | $138,818▼15.3% | $176,485▲6.4% | $629,808▼5.6% | $629,808▼5.6% | 990 |
| 2022 | $163,918▼23.3% | $165,808▲3.0% | $667,475▼0.3% | $667,475▼0.3% | 990 |
| 2021 | $213,759▲31.9% | $160,949▲20.5% | $669,365▲6.2% | $669,365▲6.2% | 990 |
| 2020 | $162,020▼6.5% | $133,601▼20.8% | $630,214▲7.2% | $630,214▲7.2% | 990 |
| 2019 | $173,241▼16.4% | $168,605▼1.1% | $588,140▲0.8% | $588,140▼0.1% | 990 |
| 2018 | $207,275▼31.2% | $170,476▲35.7% | $583,504▲6.7% | $589,001▲7.4% | 990 |
| 2017 | $301,419▼31.3% | $125,596▲5.8% | $546,705▲47.4% | $548,520▲47.0% | 990 |
| 2016 | $439,030▲288% | $118,737▲20.9% | $370,882▲633% | $373,024▲594% | 990 |
| 2015 | $113,096▲93.8% | $98,172▲63.9% | $50,588▲26.6% | $53,785▲22.1% | 990EZ |
| 2013 | $58,347▼20.1% | $59,887▲63.3% | $39,953▼3.7% | $44,035▼0.9% | 990EZ |
| 2012 | $72,986 | $36,664 | $41,493 | $44,425 | 990EZ |
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 · $30K total
3 grants to Science Play-space Initiative Spi Inc totaling $30K, reported by foundations on their Schedule I filings.
| Grantmaker | Purpose | Year | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus Foundation | Arts and humanities | 2017 | $20,000 |
| Columbus Foundation | Arts and humanities | 2016 | $5,000 |
| Donor Advised Charitable Giving | Health & human services | 2015 | $5,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
- Is Science Play-space Initiative Spi Inc a legitimate nonprofit?
- Yes. Science Play-space Initiative Spi Inc is a 501(c)(3) organization registered with the U.S. Internal Revenue Service under EIN 45-4592640, based in Mount Vernon, Ohio. Donations are tax-deductible.
- What is Science Play-space Initiative Spi Inc's EIN?
- Science Play-space Initiative Spi Inc's Employer Identification Number (EIN) is 45-4592640.
- How much revenue does Science Play-space Initiative Spi Inc report?
- Science Play-space Initiative Spi Inc reported $131,287 in total revenue on its fiscal year 2024 IRS Form 990 filing.
- What financial grade does Science Play-space Initiative Spi Inc have?
- CharityIndex grades Science Play-space Initiative Spi Inc D, based on financial health (reserves and operating margin).
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Data for Science Play-space Initiative Spi Inc (EIN 45-4592640) 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.