Nonprofit · EIN 39-1149038
SUNSHINE HOUSE INC
Tax-exempt · STURGEON BAY, WI 54235
Financials
| Year ended | Form | Revenue | Expenses | Net income | Total assets | Liabilities | Net assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December 31, 2025 | 990 | $2,655,078 | $2,400,252 | $254,826 | $4,049,084 | $292,596 | $3,756,488 |
| December 31, 2024 | 990 | $2,044,025 | $2,062,710 | -$18,685 | $3,827,253 | $399,687 | $3,427,566 |
| December 31, 2023 | 990 | $2,090,419 | $1,897,905 | $192,514 | $3,808,532 | $400,950 | $3,407,582 |
Financial details: 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025
Revenue
- Contributions, gifts and grants
- $947,459
- Program service revenue
- $995,856
- Investment income
- $24,087
- Net income from fundraising events
- $427
- Net income from sales of inventory
- $678,664
- Other revenue
- $687,676
Expenses
- Grants and similar amounts paid
- $0
- Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
- $129,815
- Other salaries and wages
- $1,248,383
- Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
- $1,694,330
- Professional fundraising fees
- $0
- Accounting fees
- $56,486
- Occupancy
- $171,920
- Travel
- $30,574
- Depreciation
- $212,605
- Program services (functional)
- $1,873,265
- Management and general (functional)
- $432,422
- Fundraising (functional)
- $94,565
Balance sheet and other
- Total assets, start of year
- $3,827,253
- Total assets, end of year
- $4,049,084
- Total liabilities, end of year
- $292,596
- Net assets, end of year
- $3,756,488
- Land, buildings and equipment
- $2,164,736
- Publicly traded securities
- $504,490
- Net assets without donor restrictions
- $3,702,444
- Net assets with donor restrictions
- $54,044
- Gross receipts
- $2,707,847
- Employees
- 99
- Volunteers
- 48
- Year formed
- 1972
- State of legal domicile
- WI
From the e-filed returns the IRS publishes as XML (latest three processing years; amended returns replace the original). PDF copies at the IRS.
Officers, directors and key employees
As listed on the 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025, highest compensation first.
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation | Other / benefits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BARRY METZENTINE | CEO Officer | 40 | $129,814 | $22,101 |
| SARAH TRAEGER | PRESIDENT Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| LARRY ALFRED | VICE PRESIDENT Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| VALERIE CLARIZIO | TREASURER Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| JERRY WORRICK | SECRETARY Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| CARRIE SCHILZ | DIRECTOR Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| HEATHER SMITH | DIRECTOR Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| JOHN KOSKI | DIRECTOR Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| BARB JOHNSON-GIESE | DIRECTOR Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| MARK LOPER | DIRECTOR Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| CHASTITY HARTL | DIRECTOR Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
990 for the year ended December 31, 2024: 11 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation | Other / benefits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MICHAEL LEONHARD | CEO - PART YEAR Officer | 40 | $76,261 | $12,399 |
| BARRY METZENTINE | CEO Officer | 40 | $15,671 | $0 |
| SARAH TRAEGER | PRESIDENT Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| LARRY ALFRED | VICE PRESIDENT Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| VALERIE CLARIZIO | TREASURER Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| JERRY WORRICK | SECRETARY Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| CARRIE SCHILZ | DIRECTOR Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| HEATHER SMITH | DIRECTOR Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| MOLLY KUNST | DIRECTOR Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| BARB JOHNSON-GIESE | DIRECTOR Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| MARK LOPER | DIRECTOR Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
990 for the year ended December 31, 2023: 13 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation | Other / benefits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MICHAEL LEONHARD | CEO Officer | 40 | $112,286 | $12,718 |
| SARAH TRAEGER | BOARD CHAIR Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| CARRIE SCHILZ | 2ND BOARD CHAIR Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| JEFF MILLER | TREASURER Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| JERRY WARRICK | SECRETARY Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| LARRY ALFRED | BOARD MEMBER Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| VALERIE CLARIZIO | BOARD MEMBER Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| BARB JOHNSON GIESE | BOARD MEMBER Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| MOLLY KUNST | BOARD MEMBER Trustee or director | 5 | $0 | $0 |
| MARK LOPER | BOARD MEMBER Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| JERRY MELLENBERGER | BOARD MEMBER Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| TYLER PLUFF | BOARD MEMBER Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| HEATHER SMITH | BOARD MEMBER Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
Address and contacts
- Address (IRS master file)
- 55 W YEW ST, STURGEON BAY, WI 54235-1962
- Principal officer (990 for 2025)
- SARAH TRAEGER, 55 WEST YEW STREET, STURGEON BAY, WI 54235
- Signed the 990
- SARAH TRAEGER, BOARD PRESIDENT
- Phone
- (920) 743-7943
- Website
- SUNSHINERESOURCES.ORG
- Return prepared by
- HAWKINS ASH CPAS LLP
Mission
SUNSHINE RESOURCES OF DOOR COUNTY PROVIDES QUALITY EXPERIENCES THAT PROMOTE GROWTH AND INDEPENDENCE FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES AND DISADVANTAGES.
Program accomplishments
- OUR ADULT DAY SERVICE PROGRAMS INCLUDE BOTH THE SUNSHINE HOUSE AND SUNFLOWER COTTAGE. THE SUNSHINE HOUSE PROVIDES OPPORTUNITIES FOR CLIENTS OF ALL ABILITIES, WHETHER THEY NEED MORE ONE-TO-ONE CARE OR WISH TO PARTICIPATE IN GROUP PROGRAMING. EACH DAY IS FILLED WITH EXPLORATION, ADVENTURE, AND CREATIVITY. ACTIVITIES ARE SPECIFICALLY DESIGNED TO MEET THE ABILITIES AND INTERESTS OF ALL TO ENSURE FULL PARTICIPATION. READING, PLAYING GAMES, ARTS, AND CRAFTS, RESEARCHING TOPICS OF INTEREST AS WELL AS OFF-SITE DAY TRIPS TO ATTRACTIONS AND EVENTS ARE SOME OF THE FUN ACTIVITIES AVAILABLE. SUNFLOWER COTTAGE PROVIDES DAY SERVICES FOR INDIVIDUALS WHO MAY BE DIAGNOSED WITH PARKINSONS, ALZHEIMER'S OR DEMENTIA; OR SENIORS LOOKING FOR SOCIALIZATION AND COMPANIONSHIP. OUR PRIVATE, HOME-LIKE SETTING PROVIDES A PEACEFUL ATMOSPHERE TO PROVIDE THE COMFORTABLE FEELING OF HOME, WITH THEIR OWN KITCHEN, RESTROOM AND LIVING AREA TO RELAX BY THE FIREPLACE. COMPASSIONATE CAREGIVERS ASSIST IN ENSURING PARTICIPANTS HAVE A COMFORTABLE AND MEANINGFUL DAY. LIFELONG LEARNING ACTIVITIES ARE HAPPENING THROUGHOUT THE DAY.Expenses $652,055 · revenue $544,458
- SUNSHINE RESOURCES EMPLOYMENT SERVICES OFFERS SPECIALIZED TRAINING TO PREPARE PARTICIPANTS FOR COMMUNITY EMPLOYMENT. THIS INCLUDES JOB SKILL CLASSES, RESUME WRITING, INTERVIEW PREPARATION, AND EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES. WE COLLABORATE WITH THE DIVISION OF VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION TO PROVIDE JOB COACHING AND EXPLORATION. EACH PARTICIPANT HAS A SPECIFIC PLAN THAT IS DEVELOPED TO REACH THEIR CHOSEN GOALS AND JOB COACH ASSISTANCE IS PROVIDED FOR AS LONG AS NEEDED TO ENSURE THE PARTICIPANTS SUCCESS. TRAINING OCCURS BOTH AT SUNSHINE RESOURCES AND IN THE COMMUNITY WITH ON-THE-JOB SUPPORT. OUR TEAM PARTNERS WITH INDIVIDUALS SUPPORT NETWORKS AND LOCAL EMPLOYERS TO IDENTIFY EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES THAT MEET THE COMMUNITY NEEDS AND THE EMPLOYMENT GOALS OF OUR PARTICIPANTS. OUR RESALE STORE ALSO PROVIDES EMPLOYMENT CANDIDATES INTERVIEW ATTIRE FREE OF CHARGE.Expenses $231,082 · revenue $73,191
- OUR YOUTH SERVICES PROVIDE PROGRAMS DESIGNED TO EXPAND OPPORTUNITIES AND ENHANCE THE LIVES OF YOUTH WITH SPECIAL NEEDS AND THEIR FAMILIES. WE PROVIDE OUTREACH AND INSTRUCTIONAL SUPPORT THROUGH SUMMER CAMPS, AFTER SCHOOL CARE, TUTORING, FAMILY ACTIVITIES AND PARENT SUPPORT AND EDUCATION.Expenses $145,176 · revenue $182,891
- SUNSHINE RESOURCES OF DOOR COUNTY OFFERS SAFE AND DEPENDABLE TRANSPORTATION TO ALL INDIVIDUALS THAT WE SERVE. THIS INITIATIVE IS TO ELIMINATE ANY BARRIERS THAT MAY PREVENT PARTICIPATION IN OUR SERVICES. BUSSES ARE EQUIPPED WITH LIFTS AND ALL NECESSARY SAFETY FEATURES. OUR FLEET CONSISTS ACCESSIBLE BUSES, TRANSIT AND MINIVANS AND SEDANS. THIS FLEET PROVIDED RIDES FOR SENIORS OR INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES IN DOOR COUNTY. RIDERS INCLUDED SUNSHINE RESOURCES PARTICIPANTS AND JOB SEEKERS AS WELL AS LOCAL SCHOOLS, NURSING HOME AND HOSPITAL GROUPS.Expenses $844,952 · revenue $873,980
What it must file and when
IRS records say it files Form 990 or 990-EZ. Based on its last return; a smaller organization may file the 990-N. Its accounting year ends in December, so each return is due on the 15th day of the 5th month after that.
| Tax year | Year ended | Due | IRS public records |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | December 31, 2025 | May 15, 2026 | 990 on file |
| 2024 | December 31, 2024 | May 15, 2025 | 990 on file |
| 2023 | December 31, 2023 | May 15, 2024 | 990 on file |
IRS record
- EIN
- 39-1149038
- Tax-exempt status
- 501(c)(3): Charitable, religious, educational or scientific organization
- Foundation status
- Publicly supported organization (170(b)(1)(A)(vi))
- Donations deductible (Pub 78)
- Public charity, 50% deduction limit
- Exempt since
- 1972
- Accounting year ends
- December
- Files
- Form 990 or 990-EZ
- Category (NTEE)
- Human services (P800)
- Assets (IRS master file)
- $4,049,084
- Income (IRS master file)
- $2,707,847
Filing history
| Form | Year ended | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 990 | December 2025 | $2,655,078 | $2,400,252 | $4,049,084 | XML |
| 990 | December 2024 | $2,044,025 | $2,062,710 | $3,827,253 | IRS |
| 990 | December 2023 | $2,090,419 | $1,897,905 | $3,808,532 | XML |
| 990 | December 2022 | $1,693,277 | $1,766,681 | $3,552,816 | IRS |
| 990 | December 2021 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | December 2020 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | December 2018 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | December 2017 | – | – | – | IRS |
990-N: the IRS bulk file holds only the latest e-Postcard per organization; earlier years come from archived copies of that file since 2020 and can have gaps (the IRS e-Postcard search lists every one). 990, 990-EZ, 990-PF, 990-T: every e-filed return in the IRS e-file index since 2019; XML for the latest three processing years, amounts from the IRS Statistics of Income extracts before that. PDF copies and determination letters at the IRS (search EIN 39-1149038).
Questions about SUNSHINE HOUSE INC
- What is the EIN of SUNSHINE HOUSE INC?
- The employer identification number (EIN) of SUNSHINE HOUSE INC is 39-1149038.
- Is SUNSHINE HOUSE INC tax-exempt?
- Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 1972.
- Are donations to SUNSHINE HOUSE INC tax-deductible?
- Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
- Which annual return does SUNSHINE HOUSE INC file?
- Form 990 or 990-EZ. Based on its last return; a smaller organization may file the 990-N.
- When is the next return of SUNSHINE HOUSE INC due?
- The return for tax year 2026 (the year ending December 31, 2026) is due May 17, 2027. Form 8868 extends it by six months; the 990-N cannot be extended.
- When did SUNSHINE HOUSE INC last file with the IRS?
- The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990 for the year ended December 2025.
- Who is the principal officer of SUNSHINE HOUSE INC?
- The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 names SARAH TRAEGER.
- Who are the officers and directors of SUNSHINE HOUSE INC?
- The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 lists 11 people; 1 received compensation from the organization, the highest $129,814 (BARRY METZENTINE, CEO).
- How much revenue does SUNSHINE HOUSE INC have?
- On its 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 it reported revenue of $2,655,078, expenses of $2,400,252 and total assets of $4,049,084 at year end.
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