2023-11-02T21:30:06+00:00 2022-12-31 363990892 Capin Crouse LLP 1255 Lakes Parkway Suite 105 Lawrenceville GA 30043 990 2022-01-01 050523733 Bert's Big Adventure Inc BERT 6789298474 PO Box 420917 Atlanta GA 30342 Molly Darby Executive Officer 2023-11-02 true Molly Darby 999009999 Luke Burnett P01079018 5055022746 2022 2023-04-26 12:10:37Z Molly Darby PO Box 420917 Atlanta GA 30342 1429918 false X www.bertsbigadventure.org X 2002 GA To provide a magical journey to Walt Disney World for children with chronic and terminal illnesses 4 3 4 70 0 0 1221449 1154891 0 2614 2208 195625 263373 1419688 1420472 136914 425931 0 266338 241281 79300 62563 189160 212208 387062 694760 1116837 724928 303635 1849134 2296789 23214 167234 1825920 2129555 X Established in 2002, Bert's Big Adventure is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that provides a magical, all-expenses-paid, five-day journey to Walt Disney World for children with chronic and terminal illnesses and their families. Following the annual trip, Bert's Big Adventure provides year-round support through initiatives such as the Family Reunion Adventures, the Fairy Godparent volunteer program, and additional charitable services. The trip and programs create a community of families that establish lasting friendships with others facing similar challenges. false false 355500 230114 11 Each year, Bert's Big Adventure provides a five-day, all-expenses-paid trip to Walt Disney World for children with chronic and terminal illnesses and their families. To qualify for Bert's Big Adventure, children must be between the ages of 5 and 12, live in "The Bert Show" radio listening area, prove financial need, and have never been to Walt Disney World. From the limo rides and chartered flight to the character-filled parties and princess makeovers, the trip is nothing short of magical. Throughout the trip, each family is accompanied by a Bert's Big Adventure liaison, allowing them to get the most out of their once-in-a-lifetime experience. In 2022, 13 children with terminal or chronic illnesses and their families participated in the five-day, all-expenses-paid trip to Walt Disney World. 211924 97908 Following the annual trip, Bert's Big Adventure strives to further strengthen its established community and friendships by hosting Family Reunion Adventures. Also known as family reunions, the exclusive and unique events provide families with year-round opportunities to enjoy more VIP experiences and intimate family time away from doctor visits and hospital stays. 2022 The number of Bert's Big Adventure children who attended one or more reunions: 101 The number of family members who attended one or more reunions: 450 The number of Bert's Big Adventure families that have lost a child that attend (one or more) reunions: 4 The number of in-person Family Reunion Adventures: 4 169540 78327 The Bert's Big Adventure Fairy Godparent Volunteer Program supports the organization's families when a Bert's Big Adventure child is admitted to a partner hospital. The Fairy Godparent volunteers visit the children daily and provide magical moments during a trying time. This program is graciously sponsored by the Carter's Charitable Foundation. The Bert's Big Adventure Fairy Godparent Volunteer Program was significantly impacted in 2022 due to hospital restrictions related to Covid 19. See year over year below: 2022 The number of children visited/care packages dropped off/sent in the mail: 13 The number of visits made/care packages dropped off: 82 The Fairy Godparent Volunteers volunteered at 8 events in 2022. 42386 19582 A family can face copious, unforeseen financial struggles when a child is diagnosed with a chronic or terminal illness. In some cases, this program is utilized to help families in need fill that financial gap during trying times. In addition, Bert's Big Adventure recognizes that managing a funeral after an unexpected death can mean additional stress for a family already coping with grief. Bert's Big Adventure strives to pay the funeral costs for any Bert's Big Adventure child who passes away so that the family can focus on healing. In 2022, Bert's Big Adventure's Other Charitable Services Progam assisted one family: A 15 years old passed away on Friday, January 28th, 2022. 42386 19582 779350 true true false false false false false false false true false false false true false true false false false false false false true true true false false true false false false false false false false false false true false false false false false false false false true 3 0 true 4 true false false false false false false false false false false false false X 4 3 false false false false false false false true false false false true true true true true true true false false GA X X Molly Darby 6789298474 PO Box 420917 Atlanta GA 30342 Cindy Powers Secretary 5.0 X X 0 0 0 Herbert L Weiss President 2.0 X X 0 0 0 Kristin Klingshirn Chairman 5.0 X X 0 0 0 Molly Darby VP/Executive Director 40.0 X X 82675 0 0 82675 0 0 0 false false false Disney Destinations LLC 1500 Epcot Resorts Blvd Lake Buena Vista FL 32830 Travel Services 146273 1 157259 997632 69793 1154891 0 0 0 0 0 2208 2208 0 0 0 0 0 157259 6053 -6053 -6053 251142 3393 247749 247749 11 0 11 11 Other Income 900099 21666 21666 0 0 0 0 21666 1420472 11 0 265570 425931 425931 82674 57872 16535 8267 134327 92833 9757 31737 8219 8219 16061 9071 4244 2746 2500 2500 38021 38021 62563 62563 54178 40829 3552 9797 81046 53905 19522 7619 75418 9371 17613 48434 23469 10638 8590 4241 55143 19989 21398 13756 603 603 10267 4275 5992 Program Supplies 46417 46417 0 0 0 0 1116837 779350 148327 189160 658868 1003445 1050165 1050213 2795 0 0 0 21041 19737 5359 5228 735 131 115530 116897 0 0 0 106366 1849134 2296789 23214 55374 0 0 111860 23214 167234 1825920 2129555 1825920 2129555 1849134 2296789 303635 0 X false true X true false X 867519 1112751 937750 1221449 1154891 5294360 0 0 867519 1112751 937750 1221449 1154891 5294360 1030319 4264041 2151 2412 2351 2614 2208 11736 0 182300 150683 204464 208080 272808 1018335 6324431 4813 0.6742 0.659 X Schedule A, Part II, Line 10 Other Income DESCRIPTION - GROSS GAMING REVENUE, COLUMN A - 182300.0, COLUMN B - 150683.0, COLUMN C - 204464.0, COLUMN D - 204694.0, COLUMN E - 251142.0, COLUMN F - 993283.0; DESCRIPTION - OTHER INCOME, COLUMN A - , COLUMN B - , COLUMN C - , COLUMN D - 3386.0, COLUMN E - 21666.0, COLUMN F - 25052.0; RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED 5359 5228 131 131 Operating Lease Right-Of-Use Liability 111860 111860 1513263 83345 9446 92791 1420472 0 0 1420472 1209628 83345 9446 92791 1116837 0 0 1116837 Schedule D, Part XI, Line 2(d) Other revenues in audited financial statements not in form 990 Fundraising Event Expenses - 6053 Raffle Event Expenses - 3393 Schedule D, Part XII, Line 2(d) Other expenses in audited financial statements not in form 990 Fundraising Event Expenses - 6053 Raffle Event Expenses - 3393 X X X X true Skyline Consulting 1136 Homedale Blvd Windsor Ontario CA N8S2T5 Fundraising false 961118 62563 898555 961118 62563 898555 GA Atlanta Santa Speedo Run 27171 27171 0 3977 Avalon 130087 130087 0 2076 0 157258 157258 0 6053 6053 -6053 251142 3393 true 0.5 251142 3393 GA true false false false 1.0 Molly Darby PO Box 420917 Atlanta GA 30342 false false 0 true Reunion Adventure Program and Family Events 492 328022 FMV Meals & EntertainmentGiftsforChildrenSupplies Other Charitable Services and Funerals 1 19582 FMV FuneralandBurialExpense Fairy Godparent Volunteer Program 9 78327 FMV Meals,Training,GiftsforChildren,Parking and ClothingforVolunteers Schedule I, Part I, Line 2 Procedures for monitoring use of grant funds. Procedures for the selection of the 2022 families are based on the stated criteria of the mission statement. The individual child's application is screened by the volunteer medical committee and based on the ability to a) travel safely and adequately and be medically stable and b) to be able to fully experience and remember the trip. The recommendations are then presented to the officers and staff for selection and notification. No cash is ever given to family members for any program, including the annual journey to Disney, the family reunion adventures, the fairy godparent visits, and any paid funeral costs. All gifts and experiences given to family members are given in-kind, and any cash is paid directly to a vendor. X Gifts 32 69793 Market value 0 false true false Schedule M, Part I Explanations of reporting method for number of contributions Other - Gifts The number of contributions represent the number of contributions received, not the number of items donated. Form 990, Part III, Line 4d Description of other program services (Expenses $ 42,386 including grants of $ 19,582) A family can face copious, unforeseen financial struggles when a child is diagnosed with a chronic or terminal illness. In some cases, this program is utilized to help families in need fill that financial gap during trying times. In addition, Bert's Big Adventure recognizes that managing a funeral after an unexpected death can mean additional stress for a family already coping with grief. Bert's Big Adventure strives to pay the funeral costs for any Bert's Big Adventure child who passes away so that the family can focus on healing. In 2022, Bert's Big Adventure's Other Charitable Services Progam assisted one family: A 15 years old passed away on Friday, January 28th, 2022. Form 990, Part VI, Line 8b Documentation of meetings held by committees of governing body The organization has no committees with authority to act on behalf of the governing body. Therefore, this line was answered no in accordance with the instructions. Form 990, Part VI, Line 11b Review of form 990 by governing body Form 990 is prepared by an independent CPA firm and reviewed in detail by the organization's top management. The reviewed Form 990 is then provided to the board of directors prior to filing with the IRS. Form 990, Part VI, Line 12c Conflict of interest policy The organization requires all officers and board members to annually complete and sign a conflict of interest questionnaire. The Executive Director is responsible for reviewing the signed statements and ensuring that interested persons are in compliance with the conflict of interest policy. The Board Chair reviews the Executive Director's signed statement. Should any potential conflicts of interest be disclosed, the board member or officer would be asked to refrain from participation in any deliberation or decision with regard to matters affected by the relationship. Form 990, Part VI, Line 15a Process to establish compensation of top management official The Executive Director's compensation is approved by the independent members of the Board. The salary is compared to similar sized organizations with similar budgets and the compensation deliberation and decision process is documented in the HR file. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 15b: The organization does not compensate any other officers or key employees. Therefore, this line was answered no in accordance with the instructions. Form 990, Part VI, Line 19 Required documents available to the public The governing documents, conflict of interest policy and financial statements are available upon request.