Institute for Contemplative Life DBA Inner Pathway Publishing

EIN: 800272164 501(c)(3) Mental Health

Redlands, CA

Total Revenue
$102,847
Total Expenses
$99,851
Total Assets
$575,615
Net Assets
$574,900
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Organization Details

Formation Year
2008
Legal Domicile
CA
Principal Officer
Fran Grace
Phone
9098446355
Tax Period
2024-10-01 to 2025-09-30

Institute for Contemplative Life DBA Inner Pathway Publishing, founded in 2008, is a small nonprofit in the Mental Health sector that reported $103K in total revenue in fiscal year 2024. Net assets of $575K represent 67 months of operating reserves.

Mission

Our purpose is to support the inner pathway of all who come to us. By inner pathway, we refer to the innate qualities of the human spirit: love, joy, gratitude, forgiveness, compassion, inner peace, beauty, and humor. The inner pathway is timeless and open to all, free of dogma, dues, or membership. These inner capacities are the goal of every religion, yet religion is not required to access them because they lie within each person. We foster these inner qualities by presenting the teachings of all verified spiritual paths in a way that is of practical benefit. We do this through offering private sessions in spiritual direction, publication of unique books, podcasts, films, classes, retreats, workshops, and regular meditation gatherings.

Program Service Accomplishments

Program 1
Expenses: $91,410

NEW BOOKS: 1 The Power of Love book was published in e-book format for the first time. 2 There Is No Time Not To Live: Interview About My Journey with Fran Grace was written, produced and published...

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NEW BOOKS: 1 The Power of Love book was published in e-book format for the first time. 2 There Is No Time Not To Live: Interview About My Journey with Fran Grace was written, produced and published in print and e-book formats. NEW VIDEOS AND CONTENT: 1 Fran created 10 new videos that are available on Vimeo and YouTube. 2 Fran has written several REFLECTIONS aka blog posts in the last year. 3 Social Media: Facebook page and Instagram page, where we post inspirational messages and announcements, every few days. 4. Fran created one-third of the content for our new Power of Love online course to be launched in 2026. NEW ONLINE COURSE PLATFORM: Fran and web designer spent 8 months to establish a platform on our website for new online courses, which will be available to the public beginning in January 2026. NEW SPIRITUAL DIRECTION SERVICES: Beginning in December 2022, Fran now offers individual Spiritual Direction / Mentoring sessions by donation to The Institute. People can make the appointment online. https://innerpathway.com/about/spiritual-direction/ NEW EVENTS: 1 Fran began a year-long curriculum called Great Books of the Inner World, offered in two, 12-week semesters, every week at two different time sessions to accommodate global time zones. 2 Dream Workshops: Diane and Fran offered 1 workshop in 2024. 3 Fran offered a 4-day contemplative retreat in Inverness, CA, on topic The Path of the Mystic. 4. Fran started a new POL Study Group on Mondays every week for people who live in Europe and other time zones. CONTINUED ACTIVITIES: 1 Continuing since 2019: Fran and Board members Chris, Michelle and Lynde attend a weekly POL Study Group on Zoom with people who have completed her online course based on the book. 2 Continuing since 2020: Fran facilitates a weekly Loving Kindness Meditation on Zoom, in collaboration with the University of Redlands, and Board member Lynde Nottebaum assists.

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

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Financial Overview (2024)

Revenue Breakdown

Contributions & Grants $56,238
Program Service Revenue $26,987
Investment Income $14,871
Other Revenue $4,751
TOTAL REVENUE $102,847

Expense Breakdown

Grants Paid $30,138
Salaries & Benefits $0
Fundraising Expenses $0
Program Expenses $91,410
Other Expenses $69,713
TOTAL EXPENSES $99,851

Year-over-Year Comparison

2024 2023 Change
Revenue $102,847 $101,199 +0.0%
Expenses $99,851 $72,884 +0.4%
Net Income $2,996 $28,315 -0.9%
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Governance

Voting Members
7
Independent Members
7
Employees
N/A
Volunteers
6

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
3
$0
Total Directors
7
$0
Key Employees
0
$0
Highest Compensated
0
reported
Name Title Hours/Week Role Reportable Comp Other Comp Total
Fran Grace President 45.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
Marsha Webb Secretary 1.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
Chris Johnson Treasurer 5.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
Megan Eslamboly Director 0.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Lynde Nottebaum Director 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Tim Thompson Director 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Michelle O'Brien Director 2.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
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 $102,847 $99,851 $575,615 $2,996
2024 $101,199 $72,884 $560,589 $28,315
2023 $19,868 $31,183 $533,117 $-11,315
2022 $536,580 $101,341 $548,200 $435,239
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