Liabilities / Assets
2nd percentile
Higher debt load relative to assets than 2% of similar nonprofits.
Siviq Scores
Precomputed percentiles for this filing year versus similar nonprofits in the same peer cohort.
0.00x
Liabilities / Revenue
2nd percentile
Higher debt load relative to revenue than 2% of similar nonprofits.
Net Margin
87th percentile
Higher net margin than 87% of similar nonprofits.
Top Officer Pay
49th percentile
Higher top officer pay than 49% of similar nonprofits.
Top officer pay equals 1.1% of source-year revenue.
Asset Growth
91st percentile
Faster asset growth than 91% of similar nonprofits.
Revenue Growth
42nd percentile
Faster revenue growth than 42% of similar nonprofits.
Balance Sheet
Assets
Up$54,283,867
Up $10,641,055 (+24%) from 2014
Net Assets
Up$54,283,296
Up $10,640,484 (+24%) from 2014
Liabilities
Up$571
Up $571 from 2014
Revenue And Expenses
Revenue
Up$30,435,435
Up $574,802 (+1.9%) from 2014
Expenses
Up$19,794,951
Up $5,652,131 (+40%) from 2014
Net Income
Down$10,640,484
Down $5,077,329 (-32%) from 2014
Historical Trend
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Filing Snapshot
- Filing Period
- Jan 1, 2015 to Dec 31, 2015
- Signed
- Sep 6, 2016
- Return Version
- 2015v2.1
- Gross Receipts
- $30,573,730
Mission and Program Overview
Mission
The Foundation supports the operations of Mercy Ships, a qualified 501(c)(3) organization, in the furtherance of its mission.
Support of the operations of Mercy Ships in furtherance of its mission.
Balance Sheet Detail
| Line | Beginning | End | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assets | |||
| Pledges and Grants Receivable | $18,339,627 | $27,792,371 | ▲ $9,452,744 |
| Savings and Temporary Cash Investments | $23,213,945 | $24,540,510 | ▲ $1,326,565 |
| Land, Buildings, and Equipment, Net | $2,089,240 | $1,950,986 | ▼ $138,254 |
| Total Assets | $43,642,812 | $54,283,867 | ▲ $10,641,055 |
| Liabilities | |||
| Other Liabilities | $0 | $571 | ▲ $571 |
| Total Liabilities | $0 | $571 | ▲ $571 |
| Net Assets / Fund Balance | |||
| Temporarily Rstr Net Assets | $39,459,278 | $50,031,027 | ▲ $10,571,749 |
| Unrestricted Net Assets | $4,183,534 | $4,252,269 | ▲ $68,735 |
| Total Net Assets Fund Balance | $43,642,812 | $54,283,296 | ▲ $10,640,484 |
| Total Liabilities and Net Assets / Fund Balance | $43,642,812 | $54,283,867 | ▲ $10,641,055 |
Asset Categories
| Asset | Book Value | Depreciation | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buildings | $1,908,367 | $2,025,906 | $3,934,273 |
| Leasehold Improvements | $8,619 | $156,409 | $165,028 |
| Land | $34,000 | - | $4,000 |
Compensation and Service Providers
Employees
| Name | Title | Other | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kerry Peterson | Secretary | $111,386 | $111,386 |
Board Members and Trustees
| Name | Title |
|---|---|
| James Boyd | Chairman |
| Don Stephens | Director |
| Donovan Palmer | Group Managing Director |
| Vanda Davey | CFO |
| Peter B Schulze | Treasurer |
Revenue and Support
Revenue Composition
- Contributions and Grants
- $30,283,360
- Program Service Revenue
- $0
- Investment Income
- $110,370
- Other Revenue
- $41,705
- All Other Contributions
- $15,256,862
- Change in Net Assets
- $10,640,484
Expenses and Functional Allocation
Major Expense Lines
| Line Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Grants and Similar Amounts Paid | $19,701,479 |
| Other Expenses | $93,472 |
| Professional Fundraising Fees | $0 |
| Salaries, Compensation, and Employee Benefits | $0 |
| Total Fundraising Expense | $0 |
Functional Expense Allocation
| Line Item | Program | Management | Fundraising | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grants to Domestic Orgs | $19,701,479 | - | - | $19,701,479 |
| Office Expenses | - | $93,472 | - | $93,472 |
| Total Functional Expenses | $19,701,479 | $93,472 | $0 | $19,794,951 |
International Activity
Grant and Assistance Recipients
| Recipient | Location | Category | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercy Ships | Lindale, TX | 501 (c) 3 | Program support of new ship project | $19,701,479 |
Fundraising, Events, and Gaming
- Fundraising activities
- No
- Gaming activities
- No
- Professional fundraiser used
- No
Fundraising and Gaming Totals
| Line Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Professional Fundraising Fees | $0 |
Political and Lobbying Activity
- Political campaign activity
- No
- Lobbying activity
- No
- Subject to proxy tax
- No
Debt and Bond Financing
Other Reported Liabilities
| Liability | Amount |
|---|---|
| Due to related party | $571 |
Governance and Compliance
Governance Checklist
- Compiled or reviewed by an accountant
- No
- Annual disclosure for covered persons
- Yes
- Audit committee
- Yes
- Business relationship with family members
- No
- Business relationship with organization members
- No
- Material changes to governing documents
- No
- Compensation from other sources disclosed
- No
- CEO compensation reviewed
- No
- Other officer compensation reviewed
- No
- Conflict-of-interest policy
- Yes
- Audited financial statements prepared
- Yes
- Key decisions subject to board approval
- No
- Management duties delegated
- No
Governance Explanations
Form 990, Part VI, Section A, line 1A, Executive committee:
“The Board of Directors may elect three or more persons from among its members to serve as an executive committee. The Board shall designate the chairman of this committee. The executive committee shall have and exercise the authority of the Board of Directors between meetings of the Board of Directors, as prescribed by the Board, to supervise the affairs of the Corporation, regulate its internal economy, approve expenditures and commitments, and act for and carry out the established policies of the Corporation. All actions by the executive committee shall be reported to the Board of Directors at the next meeting of the Board succeeding such action.”
Form 990, Part VI, Section A, line 7A
“Directors shall be elected by majority vote of the board of directors of Mercy Ships, a nonprofit Corporation organized under the laws of the State of Texas.”
Form 990, Part VI, Section B, line 11
“The organization's Form 990 was prepared by an independent CPA firm and reviewed by the Chief Financial Officer. The 990 was then provided electronically to all members of the board for their review and comment. Board members were then given at least one week to review the Form 990 and send comments to the Chief Financial Officer. After all comments and questions were addressed, the 990 was filed with the IRS.”
Form 990, Part VI, Section B, line 12C
“Board members and senior staff including officers are required to complete a Conflicts of Interest Questionnaire on an annual basis. Disclosures are required to be updated with potential conflicts as they become known throughout the year. If a conflict is identified by management or by the board, the person with a conflict recuses themselves from the decision-making process, and the board votes on whether or not to engage in the transaction, based on whether it is in the best interests of Mercy Ships Foundation.”
Form 990, Part VI, Section B, line 15
“The Foundation does not compensate any officers, directors, or management. In accordance with the instructions, these questions have been answered no. If at some point compensation plans are considered, the organization will adopt the compensation process used by Mercy Ships.”
Form 990, Part VI, Section C, line 19
“Mercy Ships Foundation makes its governing documents, conflict of interest policy, and financial statements available for public inspection at the International Operations Center during regular business hours. Documents are also made available upon written request.”
Filing and Contact Details
Filer
- Filer Name
- Mercy Ships Foundation
- EIN
- 75-2641151
- Phone
- 9039397000
- Address
- PO Box 1298, Lindale, TX 75771
Signing Officer
- Name
- Vanda Davey
- Title
- CFO
- Phone
- 9039397000
- Signed
- 2016-09-06
- Discuss with paid preparer
- Yes
Organization Details
- Principal Officer
- Donovan Palmer
- Formed
- 1993
- Legal Domicile
- TX
- Voting Board Members
- 4
- Independent Board Members
- 2
- Employees
- 0
- Volunteers
- 2
Preparer
- Firm
- Capin Crouse LLP
- Address
- 1000 Texan Trail STE 125, Grapevine, TX 76051
- Preparer
- Edward M Priem II
- Phone
- 8173286510
Supplemental Narrative
Financial Statement Notes
Part X, Line 2:
“The financial statement effects of a tax position taken or expected to be taken are recognized in the financial statements when it is more likely than not, based on the technical merits, that the position will be sustained upon examination. Interest and penalties, if any, are included in general and administrative expenses in the statement of activities. As of December 31, 2015, Mercy Ships Foundation had no uncertain tax positions that qualify for recognition or disclosure in the financial statements. Mercy Ships Foundation federal Exempt Organization Business Income Tax Return Form 990 is subject to examination by the Internal Revenue Service, generally for three years after it is filed. As of December 31, 2015, Mercy Ships Foundation tax returns for the years 2012 through 2014 remain subject to examination.”
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| IRS990ScheduleA/Form990ScheduleAPartVIGrp/ExplanationTxt | 0 | The organization is a supporting organization as described under 509(a)(3) and is not required to complete a public support schedule. Schedule A, Part II is completed to verify that the organization can qualify under public charity status section 170(b)(1)(A)(vi) and qualifies to use the first listed special rule for Schedule B reporting. |
| IRS990ScheduleA/Form990ScheduleAPartVIGrp/ExplanationTxt | 1 | Mercy Ships Foundation (the Foundation) is organized and is operated as a supporting organization for the support and furtherance of the religious, charitable, and educational tax-exempt purposes of Mercy Ships and other organizations with purposes similar to Mercy Ships which qualify as 501(c)(3) publicly supported organizations. Mercy Ships International is the direct controlling entity of Mercy Ships, the Foundation's supported organization. The Foundation therefore considers Mercy Ships International as a supported organization as well. |
| IRS990ScheduleA/Form990ScheduleAPartVIGrp/ExplanationTxt | 2 | Mercy Ships Foundation (the Foundation) is a Type I supporting organization to Mercy Ships, which is directly controlled by Mercy Ships International. Although Mercy Ships International is not explicitly mentioned in the Foundation's governing documents, Mercy Ships International is considered a supported organization of the Foundation due to its control of Mercy Ships. Furthermore, per the Foundation's bylaws, it is is organized to support Mercy Ships and other organizations with purposes similar to Mercy Ships. |
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| IRS990ScheduleD/SupplementalInformationDetail/ExplanationTxt | 0 | The financial statement effects of a tax position taken or expected to be taken are recognized in the financial statements when it is more likely than not, based on the technical merits, that the position will be sustained upon examination. Interest and penalties, if any, are included in general and administrative expenses in the statement of activities. As of December 31, 2015, Mercy Ships Foundation had no uncertain tax positions that qualify for recognition or disclosure in the financial statements. Mercy Ships Foundation federal Exempt Organization Business Income Tax Return Form 990 is subject to examination by the Internal Revenue Service, generally for three years after it is filed. As of December 31, 2015, Mercy Ships Foundation tax returns for the years 2012 through 2014 remain subject to examination. |
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| IRS990ScheduleI/SupplementalInformationDetail/ExplanationTxt | 0 | Mercy Ships Foundation conducts periodic reviews of funds granted to ensure all funds are properly recorded, and are being used in accordance with the organization's charitable purposes and written policy. |
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| IRS990ScheduleO/SupplementalInformationDetail/ExplanationTxt | 0 | The Board of Directors may elect three or more persons from among its members to serve as an executive committee. The Board shall designate the chairman of this committee. The executive committee shall have and exercise the authority of the Board of Directors between meetings of the Board of Directors, as prescribed by the Board, to supervise the affairs of the Corporation, regulate its internal economy, approve expenditures and commitments, and act for and carry out the established policies of the Corporation. All actions by the executive committee shall be reported to the Board of Directors at the next meeting of the Board succeeding such action. |
| IRS990ScheduleO/SupplementalInformationDetail/ExplanationTxt | 1 | Directors shall be elected by majority vote of the board of directors of Mercy Ships, a nonprofit Corporation organized under the laws of the State of Texas. |
| IRS990ScheduleO/SupplementalInformationDetail/ExplanationTxt | 2 | The organization's Form 990 was prepared by an independent CPA firm and reviewed by the Chief Financial Officer. The 990 was then provided electronically to all members of the board for their review and comment. Board members were then given at least one week to review the Form 990 and send comments to the Chief Financial Officer. After all comments and questions were addressed, the 990 was filed with the IRS. |
| IRS990ScheduleO/SupplementalInformationDetail/ExplanationTxt | 3 | Board members and senior staff including officers are required to complete a Conflicts of Interest Questionnaire on an annual basis. Disclosures are required to be updated with potential conflicts as they become known throughout the year. If a conflict is identified by management or by the board, the person with a conflict recuses themselves from the decision-making process, and the board votes on whether or not to engage in the transaction, based on whether it is in the best interests of Mercy Ships Foundation. |
| IRS990ScheduleO/SupplementalInformationDetail/ExplanationTxt | 4 | The Foundation does not compensate any officers, directors, or management. In accordance with the instructions, these questions have been answered no. If at some point compensation plans are considered, the organization will adopt the compensation process used by Mercy Ships. |
| IRS990ScheduleO/SupplementalInformationDetail/ExplanationTxt | 5 | Mercy Ships Foundation makes its governing documents, conflict of interest policy, and financial statements available for public inspection at the International Operations Center during regular business hours. Documents are also made available upon written request. |
| IRS990ScheduleO/SupplementalInformationDetail/FormAndLineReferenceDesc | 0 | Form 990, Part VI, Section A, line 1a, Executive committee: |
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| IRS990ScheduleO/SupplementalInformationDetail/FormAndLineReferenceDesc | 5 | Form 990, Part VI, Section C, line 19 |
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2015 • Form 990Detailed filing. Detailed filing data is available for this year.
- Assets
- $54,283,867
- Liabilities
- $571
- Net assets
- $54,283,296
- Revenue
- $30,435,435
- Expenses
- $19,794,951
- Net income
- $10,640,484