Autism Society of Minnesota
Meets Standards
Standards For Charity Accountability
Governance
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Board Oversight
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Board Size
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Board Meetings
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Board Compensation
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Conflict of Interest
Measuring Effectiveness
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Effectiveness Policy
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Effectiveness Report
Finances
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Program Expenses
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Fundraising Expenses
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Accumulating Funds
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Audit Report
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Detailed Expense Breakdown
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Accurate Expense Reporting
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Budget Plan
Fundraising & Info
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Truthful Materials
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Annual Report
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Website Disclosures
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Donor Privacy
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Cause Marketing Disclosures
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Complaints
Autism Society of Minnesota meets the 20 Standards for Charity Accountability.
Stated Purpose:
"to create connections, empowering everyone in the autism community with the resources needed to live fully."
Year, State Incorporated:
1971, MN
Autism Society of Minnesota (AuSM) seeks to enhance the lives of all who are part of the Minnesota autism community, with a fundamental commitment to advocacy, education, support, collaboration, and community building. AuSM advocates for legislation and policies that lead to improved services, increased opportunities, and greater self-determination for people with autism. The organization also reports educating and informing individuals, families, professionals, and the broader community about autism and effective strategies for support and inclusion. AuSM supports individuals and families through programs, counseling services, and resource information, and collaborating with organizations and individuals who share a commitment to enhancing the lives of those affected by autism. The organization reports building community and providing a welcoming and accessible environment for autistic people to connect and form their own social bonds.
For the year ended December 31, 2022, Autism Society of Minnesota's program expenses were:
| ACCS | $583,612 |
| Education | $396,627 |
| Camp | $394,332 |
| Advocacy | $49,056 |
| Book store | $15,052 |
| Member services | $12,107 |
| Total Program Expenses | $1,450,786 |
Chief Executive
Ellie Wilson, Executive Director
Compensation*
$98,848
Chair of the Board
Jenna Matteson-Laabs
Chair's Profession / Business Affiliation
Occupational Therapist
Board Size
17
Paid Staff Size
24
*2022 compensation, as reported by the charity, includes annual salary and, if applicable, benefit plans, expense accounts, and other allowances.
Method(s) Used:
Direct mail appeals, Grant proposals, Internet, Direct mail appeals, Membership appeals, Planned giving arrangements, Print advertisements (newspapers, magazines, etc.), Radio, Cause-related marketing (affinity credit cards, consumer product sales, etc.), Television
Fundraising costs were 12% of related contributions. (Related contributions, which totaled $1,062,248, are donations received as a result of fundraising activities.)
This organization is tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. It is eligible to receive contributions deductible as charitable donations for federal income tax purposes.
The following information is based on Autism Society of Minnesota's audited financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2022.
Source of Funds
| Program service revenue | $1,009,534 |
| Contributions | $299,528 |
| Special events, net | $69,518 |
| Grants | $58,032 |
| Ad sales | $32,331 |
| Interest income | $7,617 |
| Other revenue | $375 |
| Total Income | $1,476,935 |
Programs: 77% Fundraising: 10% Administrative: 13%
| Total Income | $1,476,935 |
| Total expenses: | $1,884,401 |
| Program expenses | $1,450,786 |
| Fundraising expenses | $195,380 |
| Administrative expenses | $238,235 |
| Other expenses | $0 |
| Income in Excess of Expenses | $-407,466 |
| Beginning Net Assets | $1,191,897 |
| Other Changes In Net Assets | $0 |
| Ending Net Assets | $784,431 |
| Total Liabilities | $407,319 |
| Total Assets | $1,191,750 |
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