Bear Necessities Pediatric Cancer … - Form 990 Financial Data

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Organization Details

Formation Year

1993

Legal Domicile

Principal Officer

Alicia Vega

Phone

3122141200

Tax Period

2024-07-01 to 2025-06-30

Bear Necessities Pediatric Cancer Foundation, founded in 1993, is a community nonprofit in the Medical Research sector that reported $1.5M in total revenue in fiscal year 2024. Revenue grew 14% year-over-year, indicating healthy expansion.

Mission

Our mission is to eliminate pediatric cancer while providing hope and support to those who are touched by it. Our vision is a world without pediatric cancer.Forty-three children are diagnosed with cancer daily, and pediatric cancer remains the leading cause of death from disease among children. Even so, less than 4% of the total federal funding spent on cancer research is directed toward the treatment of children. These statistics are staggering. At Bear Necessities, we are dedicated to supporting pediatric cancer research to ultimately discover a cure, while continuing to help patients and their families today, bringing hope and joy to those in need. We couldn't continue this critical work without the unwavering support of our donors. Thank you for all you do.

Program Service Accomplishments

Program 1

Expenses: $935,410

Bear Hugs:Bear Hugs are customized experiences or gifts to brighten the life of a child living with cancer. Bear Hugs are special moments in families' lives that offer a respite from the stressful...

Bear Hugs:Bear Hugs are customized experiences or gifts to brighten the life of a child living with cancer. Bear Hugs are special moments in families' lives that offer a respite from the stressful and often frightening experiences that occur throughout a pediatric cancer journey. To make each Bear Hug special, we partner closely with families to design a Bear Hug that meets their unique needs and interests. In addition to bringing children joy, Bear Hugs often encourage play and physical activity, which can improve health outcomes according to many studies.

Program 2

Expenses: $74,769

Counseling:Through its partnership with SamarCare Counseling and Bridgepoint Psychology Center, Bear Necessities provides up to 12 free counseling sessions with a licensed clinical therapist for...

Counseling:Through its partnership with SamarCare Counseling and Bridgepoint Psychology Center, Bear Necessities provides up to 12 free counseling sessions with a licensed clinical therapist for pediatric cancer patients and any member of their immediate family. There is no limit on how many members of a family we serve. Bear Necessities offsets the full cost of these sessions or whatever a family's health insurance does not cover. Individuals are eligible for this program for up to eight years after receiving a pediatric cancer diagnosis.

Program 3

Expenses: $45,804

Scholarships:Thanks to a transformational investment from a board member, Bear Necessities launched a scholarship program in 2022 for pediatric cancer patients, survivors, and the siblings of someone who experienced pediatric cancer. The program is designed to ease the financial and emotional hardships associated with fighting pediatric cancer and to provide the opportunity for young people affected by pediatric cancer to pursue higher education from an accredited institution.

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Liquidity (40%) • Solvency (30%) • Sustainability (20%) • Efficiency (10%)

Financial Overview (2024)

Revenue Breakdown

Contributions & Grants $1,297,152

Program Service Revenue $0

Investment Income $52,447

Other Revenue $135,380

TOTAL REVENUE $1,484,979

Expense Breakdown

Grants Paid $15,000

Salaries & Benefits $617,410

Fundraising Expenses $253,551

Program Expenses $1,080,718

Other Expenses $879,996

TOTAL EXPENSES $1,512,406

Year-over-Year Comparison

	2024	2023	Change
Revenue	$1,484,979	$1,297,950	+0.1%
Expenses	$1,512,406	$1,459,087	+0.0%
Net Income	$-27,427	$-161,137	-0.8%

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✗ Grants to Organizations ✓ Grants to Individuals ✗ Lobbying ✗ Political Activity ✗ Foreign Activities ✗ Donor Advised Fund ✓ Schedule B Required

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Governance

Voting Members

Independent Members

Employees

Volunteers

Governance Policies

✓ Conflict of Interest Policy

✓ Whistleblower Policy

✓ Document Retention Policy

Special Practices & Reported Activities

✗ Operated a School

✗ Operated a Hospital

✗ Provided First Class Travel

⚠ Reported Conflict of Interest

✗ Reported Asset Diversion

✗ Excess Benefit Transaction

✗ Made Political Expenditures

✗ Engaged in Lobbying

✗ Operated Donor Advised Fund

✗ Maintained Art Collections

✗ Filed Form 720

Compensation of Officers, Directors & Key Employees

Total Officers

$487,500

Total Directors

$147,500

Key Employees

Highest Compensated

reported

Name	Title	Hours/Week	Role	Reportable Comp	Other Comp	Total
KATHLEEN CASEY	PRESIDENT AND FOUNDER	40.00	Officer Director	$147,500	$0	$147,500
CLAIRE JOLCOVER	CO-CHAIR	1.00	Officer Director	$0	$0	$0
JOY LARISEY	CO-CHAIR	1.00	Officer Director	$0	$0	$0
JAMES HERBISON	VICE CHAIR	1.00	Officer Director	$0	$0	$0
BARBARA HARTMAN	SECRETARY	1.00	Officer Director	$0	$0	$0
PAULA HAMRIC	TREASURER	1.00	Officer Director	$0	$0	$0
AJANI NIMMAGADDA	DIRECTOR	1.00	Director	$0	$0	$0
ANDREA CAPUTO	DIRECTOR	1.00	Director	$0	$0	$0
BRIANNA ELSASS	TREASURER (Current)	1.00	Officer Director	$0	$0	$0
CHERYL GRACE	DIRECTOR	1.00	Director	$0	$0	$0
COURTNEY MOORE	DIRECTOR	1.00	Director	$0	$0	$0
CRAIG SHIRLEY	DIRECTOR	1.00	Director	$0	$0	$0
DELNAZ VAZIFDAR	DIRECTOR	1.00	Director	$0	$0	$0
JEFF CONRAD	DIRECTOR	1.00	Director	$0	$0	$0
JON JELINEK	DIRECTOR	1.00	Director	$0	$0	$0
KENRA CASTELLONI	DIRECTOR	1.00	Director	$0	$0	$0
PAMELA MIKULEC	DIRECTOR	1.00	Director	$0	$0	$0
ROB PELLICANO	DIRECTOR	1.00	Director	$0	$0	$0
STEPH SORENSEN	DIRECTOR	1.00	Director	$0	$0	$0
SUSAN HITCH-ZINT	DIRECTOR	1.00	Director	$0	$0	$0
KATE TILLOTSON	CEO	45.00	Officer	$140,000	$0	$140,000
Michelle Hanfling	VP of Programs & Operations	40.00	Officer	$100,000	$0	$100,000
COURTNEY KRUPA	VICE PRESIDENT	40.00	Officer	$100,000	$0	$100,000

Note: Compensation data is self-reported by the organization on their Form 990. "Reportable Comp" includes salary, bonuses, and other reportable compensation from the organization and related organizations. "Other Comp" includes benefits, deferred compensation, and non-taxable benefits.

Historical Data

Year	Revenue	Expenses	Assets	Net Income
2025	$1,484,979	$1,512,406	$2,378,698	$-27,427
2024	$1,297,950	$1,459,087	$2,401,640	$-161,137
2023	$1,735,462	$1,413,781	$2,550,663	$321,681
2022	$1,700,490	$1,491,073	$2,315,118	$209,417
2021	$1,301,560	$1,134,321	$2,288,465	$167,239
2020	$1,470,033	$1,717,512	$2,123,822	$-247,479
2019	$1,958,290	$1,815,174	$2,310,866	$143,116

Bear Necessities Pediatric Cancer Foundation