2024-11-21T02:00:09-07:00 2023-06-30 990EZ 2022-07-01 844220855 ELEANOR ROOSEVELT ELEMENTARY PTO ELEA 2154254256 185 Walton Dr Morrisville PA 19067 Devina Golden Treasurer 2154284256 2023-12-04 1 2022 2024-10-15 13:58:12Z X X www.erpto.org X X 94238 X 9114 57531 4777 0 0 0 0 8190 14626 27780 -4964 0 0 0 0 66458 3420 0 0 0 0 0 44225 47645 18813 26908 0 45721 26908 45721 0 0 0 0 26908 45721 0 0 26908 45721 The ERPTO supports instructional programs, the school, students, guardians and staff with time, energy and financial assistance. Members of the ER PTO conduct a variety of fundraisers throughout the school year to underwrite our programs and events. We also purchase supplies and equipment to supplement what is funded by the Pennsbury School District. Academic Enrichment: Hosted the Spark Expo, a STEM-focused science fair, with hands-on activities for over 200 students, encouraging interest in science, technology, engineering, and math. Funded school assemblies, which reached over 500 students. Also supported Field Day and reading olympics. 0 3020 Community Engagement: Organized inclusive, free-to-attend events such as Family Bingo Night and Trunk or Treat, drawing hundreds of families and strengthening ties between students, parents, and teachers. Additionally, the PTO facilitated the Field Day event as well as a Family Night at the local health club, providing recreational activities and supplies to promote physical activity and teamwork 0 6025 Student and Teacher Support: Coordinated the Secret Shop, a student-centered holiday shopping event that allowed students to practice budgeting and giving. Purchased school decorations to enhance the learning environment and foster a sense of pride and belonging. Additionally, provided teachers with reimbursements for classroom supplies to ensure students had the resources needed for a productive school year. 0 9692 Special Initiatives: Supported initiatives like the Running Club to promote physical fitness and social interaction among students and funded gardening projects to beautify the school campus, creating welcoming spaces for learning and play. The PTO also funded the purchase and installation of additional blacktop space to be used as a basketball court. 0 5074 23811 Megan Esmonde-Bogan President 10 0 0 0 Kathleen Werth President 10 0 0 0 Devina Golden Treasurer 5 0 0 0 Alexandra Gatsch Vice President 5 0 0 0 Jennifer Finn Vice President 5 0 0 0 Lindsay Ault Secretary 5 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 PA Devina Golden 185 Walton Dr Morrisville PA 19067 2154284256 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 NONE NONE 1 X 0 0 9942 2321 10469 13871 36603 0 28471 12302 37481 40023 118277 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 38413 14623 47950 53894 154880 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 154880 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 38413 14623 47950 53894 154880 X Form 990-EZ, Part I, Line 10 Grants and similar amounts paid include payments from our sunshine fund to support students in need, teacher and staff appreciation, and reimbursements to teachers for classroom supplies. Form 990-EZ, Part I, Line 16 Other Expenses include the following major categories that support the PTO's exempt purpose of enhancing student education and community engagement: -Grade Specific Programs: Expenses of $17009 for 5th grade committee activities, including events and items designed to celebrate the graduating class. - Educational Enrichment: expenses of $7178 for assemblies, classroom resources, playground equipment and fundraising contributions for a new blacktop play space. -Program Service Activities: Expenses of $8274 for community-building events and educational programs, such as picnics, field day, family bingo, and academic competitions like the science fair and reading olympics. - Operating Expenses: Expenses of $2200 for general administrative and operational needs to support the PTO's programs and events. The organization's treasurer, who is a volunteer without prior tax filing experience, misunderstood the filing requirements for Form 990. The treasurer initially believed the organization qualified to file the simpler Form 990-N, not realizing that its financial activities required filing Form 990-EZ. Upon discovering the need to file Form 990-EZ, the treasurer sought assistance from a professional accountant. However, due to the organization's limited budget, it was necessary to find an accountant willing to assist on a pro bono basis, which delayed the filing process. An acceptable person was not found so the return was completed to the best of the treasurers ability. The organization has since taken steps to ensure future compliance, including: Providing Training: Educating current and incoming board members, particularly the treasurer, on IRS filing requirements for exempt organizations. Implementing Internal Controls: Developing a compliance calendar to track IRS deadlines and responsibilities to prevent similar issues in the future. Professional Services: Continuing our search for a professional that can assist us with questions in the future.