Interesting data from their 2019 990 filing

The non-profit's mission, as documented in the filing, is “Garden academy, inc. uses scientific data-based and accountable interventions to provide an individualized education to students with autism, so that they may lead lives of the greatest possible independence. we are committed to helping students develop skills necessary to realize their full educational potential and to become integral and functional members of their families and the community. garden academy provides a highly structured, intensive, outcome-oriented educational program for students on the autistic spectrum, professional training for all staff on an on-going basis, parent training and transitional services for students moving into less restrictive environments. when appropriate garden academy also promotes increased community awareness and understanding of autism, pervasive developmental disorders and appropriate interventions.”.

When explaining its purpose, the activities were described as: “Garden academy, inc. uses scientific data-based and accountable interventions to provide an individualized education to students with autism, so that they may lead lives of the greatest possible independence.”.

• The non-profit is legally allowed to operate in the state of NJ, as reported.
• The filing provides the non-profit's address in 2019 as 627 MT PLEASANT AVE, WEST ORANGE, NJ, 07052.
• The non-profit has a total of 67 employees, as reported on their form for 2019.
• Does not operate a hospital.
• Operates a school.
• Does not collect art.
• Does not provide credit counseling.
• Does not have foreign activities.
• Is not a donor advised fund.
• Is not a private foundation.
• Expenses are greater than $1,000,000.
• Revenue is greater than $1,000,000.
• Revenue less expenses is -$42,871.
• The CEO compensation strategy within the organization is determined through a review and approval process by a neutral party.
• The organization has 5 independent voting members.
• The organization was formed in 2004.
• The organization is required to file Schedule B.
• The organization is required to file Schedule J.
• The organization is required to file Schedule O.
• The organization pays $3,018,429 in salary, compensation, and benefits to its employees.
• The organization pays $232,578 in fundraising expenses.
• The organization provides Form 990 to its governing body.
• The organization has minutes of its meetings.
• The organization has fundraising events.
• The organization's financial statements were reviewed by an accountant.