Positive Atmosphere Reaches Kids
Positive Atmosphere Reaches Kids
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About this organization
Mission
Within a positive atmosphere built on love, nurturing, and discipline, P.A.R.K. strives to enrich the lives of central Arkansas’ at-risk youth (grades 8 - 12). Specifically, P.A.R.K. exists to build the confidence, self-esteem and spiritual awareness in its members, to ensure their academic achievement, to expand their horizons, and to instill in them the importance of helping others.
About
P.A.R.K. IS AN AFTER SCHOOL AND SUMMER PROGRAM BASED IN LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, WHICH OPERATES MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY THROUGHOUT THE ENTIRE YEAR FOR HIGH-RISK STUDENTS. STUDENTS ENTER THE PROGRAM IN THE 8TH GRADE, BEGINNING A FIVE YEAR COMMITMENT TO HELP ENSURE A STUDENT'S GRADUATION FROM HIGH SCHOOL AS WELL AS INDIVIDUAL GROWTH. EACH DAY, P.A.R.K PROVIDES A SAFE ENVIRONMENT FOR STUDENTS TO COMPLETE ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS AS WELL AS PROVIDING SUPPORT FOR HOMEWORK, TUTORING IN ALL COURSES, RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES, LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT AND INVOLVEMENT IN COMMUNITY SERVICES. MOST STUDENTS ARE HIGH-RISK BECAUSE THEY HAVE GPA'S OF 2.5 OR LESS BEFORE THEY ENTER THE PROGRAM. THEY TYPICALLY HAVE HIGH ACADEMIC POTENTIAL DESPITE THEIR CURRENT POOR PERFORMANCE IN SCHOOL. THEY ARE OFTEN INELIGIBLE FOR SCHOOL SPORTS AND CLUBS DUE TO THEIR LOW ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE. THEY TYPICALLY END UP "ON THE STREETS" AFTER SCHOOL AND DURING THE SUMMER IF THEY DO NOT ENTER THIS PROGRAM. MOST STUDENTS HAVE NO EDUCATIONAL VISION OF ATTENDING COLLEGE, BUT WILL BECOME FIRST GENERATION COLLEGE STUDENTS.
Interesting data from their 2019 990 filing
The non-profit's mission, as described in the filing, is “The mission of p.a.r.k. is to provide high-risk students the opportunity to further their education by completing high school so they can attend college. the three major goals for each student in the program are: (1) to ensure their academic achievement and allow them to expand their horizons; (2)to build their confidence, self-esteem and spiritual awareness; and (3) to instill in them the importance of helping others. these goals are achieved by providing a positive atmosphere built on love, nurturing and discipline.”.
When describing its duties, they were characterized as: “The mission of p.a.r.k. is to provide high-risk students the opportunity to further their education by completing high school so they can attend college. the three major goals for each student in the program are: (1) to ensure their academic achievement and allow them to expand their horizons; (2)to build their confidence, self-esteem and spiritual awareness; and (3) to instill in them the importance of helping others. these goals are achieved by providing a positive atmosphere built on love, nurturing and discipline.”.
- The non-profit has complied with legal regulations by reporting their state of operation as AR.
- The filing shows that the non-profit's address as of 2019 is 6915 GEYER SPRINGS ROAD, LITTLE ROCK, AR, 72209.
- As of 2019, the non-profit has reported a total of 51 employees on their form.
- Does not operate a hospital.
- Does not operate a school.
- Collects 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 -$105,783.
- The compensation of the CEO of the organization is subject to review and approval by an independent body.
- The organization has 11 independent voting members.
- The organization was formed in 1995.
- The organization is required to file Schedule B.
- The organization is required to file Schedule O.
- The organization pays $667,730 in salary, compensation, and benefits to its employees.
- The organization pays $68,350 in fundraising expenses.
- The organization has minutes of its meetings.
- The organization's financial statements were reviewed by an accountant.
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