He Sapa Otipi Inc

EIN: 842500396 501(c)(3) Human Services

Rapid City, SD

Total Revenue
$641,753
Total Expenses
$330,272
Total Assets
$898,300
Net Assets
$895,713
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Organization Details

Formation Year
2016
Legal Domicile
SD
Principal Officer
Cante Heart
Phone
6059390004
Tax Period
2024-01-01 to 2024-12-31

He Sapa Otipi Inc, founded in 2016, is a small nonprofit in the Human Services sector that reported $642K in total revenue in fiscal year 2024. Revenue decreased 12% compared to the prior year. The organization ran a surplus of $311K, a strong 49% operating margin.

Mission

He Sapa Otipi restores hope, healing, and sovereignty by reclaiming Indigenous lifeways and uplifting the mind, body, and spirit of our people through cultural strength and community care.

Program Service Accomplishments

Program 1
Expenses: $231,994

In Lakota, He Sapa translates to "Sacred Black Hills." Otipi translates to "The Center." He Sapa Otipi is organized and operated exclusively to revitalize traditional kinships and foster a sense of...

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In Lakota, He Sapa translates to "Sacred Black Hills." Otipi translates to "The Center." He Sapa Otipi is organized and operated exclusively to revitalize traditional kinships and foster a sense of belonging within cultural wellness and community. The purpose of He Sapa Otipi is: A. To build a community center that provides a safe place for reconnecting Lakota well-being to character, ceremony, community, cultural awareness, and identity. B. To work as a hub of resources to educate and engage native populations, as well as to celebrate the richness of our shared values and heritage. C. To encourage a broader culture of unity and respect within the international indigenous community, and promote healing between native and non-native peoples for the betterment of the present and future generations. D. To be a dedicated and evolving voice, and we advocate for the best interest of all people, and welcome peoples from all nations. E. To promote workforce development for transitioning community members by overcoming obstacles to employment. He Sapa Otipi is actively working toward bringing an indigenous-hosted community center to Rapid City (Miniluzahan Otunwahe). The organization is currently engaged in an ongoing community outreach and co-design process that centers the voice of the Rapid City indigenous community, this process includes community surveys, interviews, talking circles, activities, and workshops.

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

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Financial Overview (2024)

Revenue Breakdown

Contributions & Grants $635,024
Program Service Revenue $0
Investment Income $6,729
Other Revenue $0
TOTAL REVENUE $641,753

Expense Breakdown

Grants Paid $0
Salaries & Benefits $226,250
Fundraising Expenses $6,017
Program Expenses $231,994
Other Expenses $104,022
TOTAL EXPENSES $330,272

Year-over-Year Comparison

2024 2023 Change
Revenue $641,753 $726,575 -0.1%
Expenses $330,272 $243,143 +0.4%
Net Income $311,481 $483,432 -0.4%
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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
6
Independent Members
4
Employees
3
Volunteers
N/A

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
5
$156,393
Total Directors
4
$55,128
Key Employees
0
$0
Highest Compensated
0
reported
Name Title Hours/Week Role Reportable Comp Other Comp Total
Valeriah Big Eagle President 1.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
Ira Taken Alive Vice President 1.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
Kellen Returns From Scout Treasurer 1.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
Bobbie Koch Board Member 40.00
Officer Director
$55,128 $0 $55,128
Cante Heart Executive Director 40.00
Officer
$101,265 $0 $101,265
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
2024 $641,753 $330,272 $898,300 $311,481
2023 $726,575 $243,143 $589,016 $483,432
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