2026-08-20T11:55:00-07:00 2025-12-31 814932295 Findlay CPA 726 Forest Street Grapevine TX 76051 990 2025-01-01 475193384 Noggin Educational Foundation NOGG 6827773222 5904 S Cooper St Ste 104-100 Arlington TX 76017 Doneda Bailey President 2026-08-20 true Debra Findlay P00114111 8178078017 X 2025 2025-03-06 01:10:19Z Officer 190375 false X www.nogginfoundation.org X 2015 TX Our mission is to help close the achievement gap for economically disadvantaged children by improving educational opportunities for students, supporting families, and encouraging excellence and innovation in the classroom. 5 4 0 40 0 196534 157244 24857 20790 0 -5173 221391 172861 0 0 50000 57000 0 28406 187806 154348 237806 211348 -16415 -38487 69602 40188 9073 69602 31115 X Our mission is to help close the achievement gap for economically disadvantaged children by improving educational opportunities for students, supporting families, and encouraging excellence and innovation in the classroom. false false 42966 3000 One-on-One Tutoring: Noggin provided free, certified-teacher-led one-on-one tutoring to economically disadvantaged K-12 students. Sessions were conducted in students' homes or approved locations by Texas-certified teachers. The program addresses learning gaps in math and English Language Arts and incorporates individualized learning plans, IXL diagnostic assessments, and MAP standardized test tracking. FY2025 Results: 45 students served 810 private tutoring hours delivered Most students maintained or improved grade-level performance across assessment periods Reading fluency students gained an average of 1.6 reading levels 97.14% of parents affirmed their child made significant progress toward tutoring goals (parent feedback survey) 63.77% of students experienced increased confidence in the school environment 28986 20790 Noggin's SPARK program provided free summer math and ELAR (English Language Arts and Reading) enrichment to prevent learning loss among economically disadvantaged students during the summer months. Students received structured instruction from certified teachers in small group settings. FY2025 Results: 57 students served 52 hours of summer enrichment instruction provided Average assessment scores increased by 28% from first to last summer assessment Average score on first assessment: 66.7; average score on last assessment: 85.3 22456 15000 Noggin's annual Robotics Camp provided free STEM education through a week-long immersive program combining robotics, coding, critical thinking, and entrepreneurship. Students built and programmed robots, used virtual reality technology, and presented business concepts to a judging panel of community and corporate leaders in a Shark Tank-style finale. FY2025 Results: 30 students served 31 hours of STEM programming provided 100% of students learned to code a robot 86% of students reported a significant increase in interest in robotics and STEM 96% of students reported having fun at camp 82% of students reported learning something new 15692 25000 Other Programs - STEM Strong Sisters: Noggin's STEM enrichment program for girls completed its second year of programming. 67% of students grew more interested in STEM careers. Students identified 50% more STEM careers in post-program assessments. Math and STEM confidence remained stable or improved for 100% of students. Career Chats: Noggin provided 14 hours of career exploration programming, connecting students with professionals across multiple industries. Backpack Drive: 75 backpacks filled with school supplies were distributed to students in need. ARD/SPED Advocacy: Noggin continued to provide advocacy support to students with special needs and their families through the ARD (Admission, Review, and Dismissal) process. 15692 25000 110100 true true false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false true false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false true 0 0 false 0 false false false false false true false false 0 false false false false false false false X 5 4 false false false false false false false true true false false false true true true false false false false false X X X Doneda Bailey 8176804650 5904 S Cooper St Ste 104-100 Arlington TX 76017 Doneda Bailey President 40.00 0.00 X X 57000 0 0 Kirstin Ivy Director 2.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 Gilbert Guzmain Director 2.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 Phil Jackson Director 2.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 David Lange Director 2.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 57000 0 false false false 0 19532 137712 11348 157244 SPARK 611600 20790 20790 20790 0 0 0 0 0 12341 8184 17514 -5173 0 0 0 172861 20790 0 0 0 0 57000 37050 14250 5700 0 0 0 0 0 28166 28166 0 4040 4040 0 0 0 182 182 8162 1355 6507 300 21306 9307 11760 239 0 0 12227 11004 1223 656 608 48 0 0 1203 1203 0 0 1680 1680 Contractors 54138 47739 6399 Supplies 15561 15561 Meeting Expenses 2599 1373 1071 155 Printing and Publications 2559 982 1525 52 1869 682 1187 211348 110100 72842 28406 69602 40188 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 69602 40188 9073 0 9073 X 24066 25644 45536 5471 69602 31115 69602 40188 -38487 X false false false X 71899 128974 170117 196533 157243 724766 24857 20790 45647 0 0 0 71899 128974 170117 221390 178033 770413 0 0 770413 0 0 0 0 71899 128974 170117 221390 178033 770413 1.00000 1.00000 0.00000 X RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED X X X X X false 10th Anniversary Golf Tournament 20525 8184 12341 128 17386 20525 8184 12341 128 17386 17514 -5173 Part I, Line 2b - Fundraiser Additional Information 10th Anniversary Golf Tournament Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 11b Prior to filing, the Form 990 is reviewed by the President and the Finance Chair. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 12c The organization maintains a written Conflict of Interest Policy, adopted by vote of the Board of Directors in January 2025. Board members are required to review and sign the policy on an annual basis and to disclose any interests that could give rise to conflicts. When potential conflicts arise, affected members recuse themselves from related votes. Form 990, Part VI, Section C, Line 18 The organization makes its Form 990 and governing documents available to the public through its website at www.nogginfoundation.org, the Guidestar website, and upon written request submitted to the address listed on the return. Form 990, Part VI, Section C, Line 19 No documents available to the public. Part VIII Line 1g During FY2025 Noggin Foundation received numerous non-cash donations of tangible items used in Noggin programs and fundraising events. Values represent estimated fair market value at the time of donation. A schedule of in-kind donations is attached. Part XI Line 3 Operating Deficit:_ The Foundation's operating deficit of $38,487 in TY2025 reflects a year of strategic investment in organizational capacity, during which core programming was maintained at a steady level. In response to reduced cash contributions relative to prior years, the Foundation held its program delivery steady, sustaining the SPARK summer enrichment program, private tutoring program, and Robotics Camp, rather than expanding, in order to preserve program quality while managing costs responsibly. The deficit is attributable to two categories of intentional investment. First, the Foundation invested in organizational infrastructure: part-time staff and contracted services were engaged to reduce the administrative burden on the President and create capacity for fundraising and development activities. Second, the Foundation significantly expanded its fundraising efforts for the first time, hosting the inaugural Noggin 10th Anniversary Golf Tournament and a Volunteer and Donor Appreciation Mixer, designed to broaden the donor base and reduce dependence on any single funding source. These startup fundraising costs contributed to the deficit but represent an investment in long-term revenue sustainability. The Foundation's actual cash operating deficit was approximately $39,000. The organization is actively pursuing grant funding, corporate partnerships, and additional earned income opportunities, while also auditing and reducing certain operational expenses, in order to rebuild operating reserves and sustain operations Part XII Line 2a Financial Oversight:- The organization's financial statements are prepared using the cash basis of accounting. Throughout TY2025, day-to-day bookkeeping was maintained by a contracted professional bookkeeper. During the year, the Foundation made a strategic decision to migrate its financial records to QuickBooks as part of an effort to strengthen its financial infrastructure. After several months of implementation, the Foundation engaged an outside accounting firm to complete the migration and ensure all records were fully reconciled. The Foundation began operating from QuickBooks in 2026. Financial statements are reviewed by the President and presented to the Board of Directors on a regular basis. Financial oversight is additionally provided by the Finance Chair of the Board of Directors. The organization does not currently engage an independent accountant for compilation or audit services, and plans to evaluate this as the organization grows. Pro-bono Professional Services During tax year 2025, the Foundation received donated professional services (pro-bono) estimated at $296,378 in fair value. These services are excluded from revenue and expense on this return per IRS Form 990 instructions and are disclosed here for informational purposes only. The primary engagement was with JPMorgan Chase through its Force for Good / Tech for Social Good program: a team of eight engineers contributed approximately 4 hours per week for 34 weeks to develop a student tracking and data analysis system, valued at $288,320 (8 engineers 4 hours/week 34 weeks $265/hour). The Foundation also participated in the Thomson Reuters IMPACTathon, a structured strategic consulting event; the Foundation's allocated share was valued at $8,058.