Form990-EZ
Click to see attachment
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Short Form
Return of Organization Exempt From Income Tax
Under section 501(c), 527, or 4947(a)(1) of the Internal Revenue Code
(except black lung benefit trust or private foundation)
bullet Sponsoring organizations of donor advised funds, organizations that operate one or more hospital facilities, and certain controlling organizations as defined in section 512(b)(13) must file Form 990 (see instructions).
All other organizations with gross receipts less than $200,000 and total assets less than $500,000 at the end of the year may use this form.
bulletThe organization may have to use a copy of this return to satisfy state reporting requirements.
OMB No. 1545-1150
2010
Open to Public
Inspection
A
For the 2010 calendar year, or tax year beginning 07-01-2010, and ending 06-30-2011
B
Check if applicable:
C Name of organization
LEAP INC
 
Number and street (or P. O. box, if mail is not delivered to street address)49725 COUNTY ROAD 83 ATT TIM RICE
 
Room/suite
City or town, state or country, and ZIP + 4 STAPLES, MN56479
D Employer identification number

31-1740634
E Telephone number

(218) 894-8610
F Group Exemption
Number. . bullet  
G Accounting method: Other (specify) bullet   H Check bulletI Website:bulletN/AJ Tax-Exempt status(check only one)—Click to see attachment(   ) bullet(insert no.) or
K Check bullet A Form 990-EZ or Form 990 return is not required though Form 990-N (e-postcard) may be required (see instructions). But if the organization chooses to file a return, be sure to file a complete return.
L Add lines 5b, 6c, and 7b, to line 9 to determine gross receipts; If gross receipts are $200,000 or more, or if total assets (Part II, line 25, column (B) below) are $500,000 or more, file Form 990 instead of Form 990-EZ.. . bullet $ 145,421
Part IRevenue, Expenses, and Changes in Net Assets or Fund Balances (See the instructions for Part I.) Check if the organization used Schedule O to respond to any question in this Part I . . . . . . . .
VerticalRevenue 1 Contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts received . . . . . . . . . 1 76,628
2 Program service revenue including government fees and contracts . . . . . . . 2 67,136
3 Membership dues and assessments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3  
4 Investment income . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 152
5a Gross amount from sale of assets other than inventory . . . . 5a  
b Less: cost or other basis and sales expenses . . 5b 151
c Gain or (loss) from sale of assets other than inventory (Subtract line 5b from line 5a) . . 5c -151
6 Gaming and fundraising events
a Gross income from gaming (attach Schedule G if greater than $15,000) 6a  
b Gross income from fundraising events (not including $ 1,505 of contributions from fundraising events reported on line 1) (attach Schedule G if the sum of such gross income and contributions exceed $15,000) . . . . . . .
c Less: direct expenses from gaming and fundraising events . . . 6c 502
d Net income or (loss) from gaming and fundraising events (Add lines 6a and 6b and subtract line 6c) 6d 1,003
7a Gross sales of inventory, less returns and allowances . . . . 7a  
b Less: cost of goods sold . . . . . . . . . . 7b  
c Gross profit or (loss) from sales of inventory (Subtract line 7b from line 7a) . . . . . . 7c  
8 Other revenue (describe in Schedule O) . . . . . . . . . 8  
9 Total revenue. Add lines 1, 2, 3, 4, 5c, 6d, 7c, and 8 . . . . . . . . . 9 144,768
VerticalExpenses 10 Grants and similar amounts paid (list in Schedule O) . . . . . . . . 10 7,124
11 Benefits paid to or for members . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11  
12 Salaries, other compensation, and employee benefits . . . . . . . . . . . 12 28,066
13 Professional fees and other payments to independent contractors . . . . . . . . 13 1,043
14 Occupancy, rent, utilities, and maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 8,225
15 Printing, publications, postage, and shipping . . . . . . . . . . . . 15  
16 Other expenses (describe in Schedule O) . . . . . . . . . . 16 139,170
17 Total expenses. Add lines 10 through 16 . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 183,628
VerticalNetAssets 18 Excess or (deficit) for the year (Subtract line 17 from line 9) . . . . . . . . . 18 -38,860
19 Net assets or fund balances at beginning of year (from line 27, column (A)) (must agree with
end-of-year figure reported on prior year’s return) . . . . . . . . . . . 19 98,623
20 Other changes in net assets or fund balances (explain in Schedule O) . . . . . . . 20  
21 Net assets or fund balances at end of year. Combine lines 18 through 20 . . . . . Bullet 21 59,763
Part IIBalance Sheets Check if the organization used Schedule O to respond to any question in this Part II. . . . . . . . .

(See the instructions for Part II.)(A) Beginning of year(B) End of year
22Cash, savings, and investments . . . . . . . . . .
84,832
22
49,432
23Land and buildings . . . . . . . . . . . . .
 
23
 
24Other assets (describe in Schedule O) . . . . . .
16,937
24
14,305
25Total assets . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
101,769
25
63,737
26
Total liabilities (describe in Schedule O) . . . . .
3,146
26
3,974
27Net assets or fund balances (line 27 of column (B) must agree with line 21) .
98,623
27
59,763
For Privacy Act and Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the separate instructions.
Cat. No. 10642I Form 990-EZ (2010)
Form 990-EZ (2010)
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Part IIIStatement of Program Service Accomplishments Check if the organization used Schedule O to respond to any question in this Part III . Expenses
(Required for section 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations and section 4947(a)(1) trusts; optional for others.)
What is the organization's primary exempt purpose? OBJECTIVES ARE TO: 1. WORK AS A LIAISON BETWEEN THE COMMUNITY AND SCHOOL DISTRICT, 2. SUPPORT VOLUNTEERISM IN THE SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY, 3. IDENTIFY VIABLE WAYS FOR THE SCHOOL TO ADAPT TO CURRENT ECONOMICS AND DEMOGRAPHIC CIRCUMSTANCES, 4. DETERMINE THE STRENGTHS AND WEAKNESSES OF THE DISTRICT THROUGH FOCUS GROUP MEETINGS AND DECIDE WHICH OPTIONS PROVIDE THE MOST BENEFITS FOR THE COMMUNITY AND THE SCHOOL DISTRICT, 5. BUILDING A STRONGER STAPLES COMMUNITY THAT WILL ENRICH THE QUALITY OF LIFE NOW AND FOR FUTURE GENERATIONS, 6. DETERMINE THE STRENGTHS AND WEAKNESSES OF THE COMMUNITY THROUGH FOCUS GROUP MEETINGS AND DECIDE WHICH OPTIONS PROVIDE THE MOST BENEFITS FOR THE COMMUNITY AND BUSINESSES, 7. FACILITATE THE CITIZENS, CITY GOVERNMENT, AND BUSINESSES IN STAPLES TO IMPROVE COMMUNICATION AND PLANNING AND WORK TOGETHER ON PROJECTS.
Describe what was achieved in carrying out the organization's exempt purposes. In a clear and concise manner, describe the services provided, the number of persons benefited, and other relevant information for each program title.
28 THE COFFEE SHOP PROVIDED A BUSINESS SETTING WHERE YOUTH WERE EDUCATED TO PARTICIPATE IN RUNNING A BUSINESS. THEY ALSO HELD EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS ON VARIOUS TOPICS FROM LEARNING ABOUT THE CULTURE OF VISITING FOREIGN EXCHANGE STUDENTS TO FIXING A BIKE. YOUTH WERE ALSO PROVIDED OPPORTUNITIES ON A REGULAR BASIS FOR ARTISTIC EXPRESSION SUCH AS OPEN MIC NIGHT, COMEDY IMPROV NIGHT, VISUAL ARTS DISPLAYS AND MUSICAL PERFORMANCES). THE SHOP ALSO PROVIDES A SAFE ATMOSPHERE FOR STUDENTS TO MINGLE,PARTICIPATE IN STUDY GROUPS, SURF THE INTERNET OR PLAY GAMES. ANOTHER PROGRAM RUN AT THE COFFEE SHOP WAS A SATURDAY MORNING STORY HOUR FOR YOUNGSTERS.
(Grants $   ) If this amount includes foreign grants, check here ...MediumBullet
28a 76,908
29 OVER THIRTEEN LOCAL INDIVIDUALS, ORGANIZATIONS AND BUSINESSES DONATED FUNDS TO REPLACE THE OUTDATED COMMUNITY EVENTS SIGN TO AN ELECTRONIC ONE THAT KEEPS THE COMMUNITY APPRISED OF UPCOMING ACTIVITIES AND IS MORE EASILY CHANGED DUE TO THE NEW ELECTRONIC FORMAT.
(Grants $   ) If this amount includes foreign grants, check here ...MediumBullet
29a 41,946
30 ASSISTED THE STAPLES BROADBAND COLLABORATIVE IN HIRING A CONTRACTOR TO CONDUCT A FEASIBILITY STUDY TO DETERMINE IF A BROADBAND FIBER NETWORK WILL BE POSSIBLE IN STAPLES. BROADBAND FIBER WOULD BRING HIGH SPEED INTERNET COMMUNICATION TO HOMES AND BUSINESSES IN THE CITY. THE FEASIBILITY STUDY INCLUDED MARKET ANALYSIS, ENGINEERING AND ESTIMATE COSTS OF LAYING THE FIBER CABLES THROUGHOUT THE TOWN. IT IS EXPECTED THAT BROADBAND FIBER WOULD AID IN COMMUNITY AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT.
(Grants $   ) If this amount includes foreign grants, check here ...MediumBullet
30a 25,000
DOWNTOWN REVITALIZATION -IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE STAPLES/MOTLEY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, HIRED A CONTRACTOR TO PROMOTE REVITALIZATION OF THE STAPLES AREA, INCLUDING CREATING A COMMERCIAL DIRECTORY MAP AND ARTICLES TO PUBLICIZE DOWNTOWN ROAD CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS. FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY -CONTINUED TO PURCHASE CHILDREN'S FURNITURE, KIOSKS AND OTHER SPECIALIZED NEEDS IN THE NEW PUBLIC LIBRARY WHICH OPENED IN MARCH 2010. HELPED SUPPORT THE CHAMBER IN RUNNING COMMUNITY EVENTS DURING THE CITY FESTIVAL(RAILROAD DAYS). ASSISTED THE STAPLES MOTLEY BASKETBALL BOOSTERS IN PUTTING IN A NEW SOUND SYSTEM TO BROADCAST THE GAMES. ASSISTED THE LIONS CLUB OF STAPLES IN SENDING 13 VETERANS TO WASHINGTON DC TO VISIT THEIR RESPECTIVE MEMORIALS AND TO VISIT ARLINGTON NATIONAL CEMETERY. ASSISTED THE LOCAL SPRINKLE & SPROUT CLUB IN THEIR CITY BEAUTIFICATION PROJECTS IN MOTLEY. THEY PURCHASED EQUIPMENT TO MORE EASILY WATER THE FLOWERS AND PLANTS AND PURCHASED MORE FLOWER BARRELS THAT LINE THE STREETS. ASSISTED A LOCAL GROUP OF VOLUNTEERS IN HOSTING A "HOOKED ON FISHING, NOT ON DRUGS" EVENT FOR 36 LOCAL 4TH GRADERS. HELPED THE LOCAL GROUP "FRIENDS OF THE TRAIL" RUN AN EVENT TO BRING ATTENTION TO THE WANTS AND NEEDS OF A TRAIL SYSTEM IN THE AREA.
(Grants $ 7,124) If this amount includes foreign grants, check here ...MediumBullet
39,225
31 Other program services (describe in Schedule O) . . . . . . . . . . . .
(Grants $   ) If this amount includes foreign grants, check here...MediumBullet
31a
32 Total program service expenses (add lines 28a through 31a) . . . . . . . . . bullet 32 183,079
Part IVList of Officers, Directors, Trustees, and Key Employees. List each one even if not compensated. (See the instructions for Part IV.) Check if the organization used Schedule O to respond to any question in this Part IV . . . . . . . .
(a) Name and address (b) Title and average
hours per week
devoted to position
(c) Compensation
(If not paid,
enter -0-.)
(d) Contributions to
employee benefit plans &
deferred compensation
(e) Expense
account and
other allowances
TIM RICEClick to see attachment
C/O LAKEWOOD HEALTH SYSTEM
49725 COUNTY ROAD 83
STAPLES,MN56479
CHAIR1.00 0    
CHRIS ETZLERClick to see attachment
C/O LAKEWOOD HEALTH SYSTEM
49725 COUNTY ROAD 83
STAPLES,MN56479
DIRECTOR1.00 0    
JEREL NELSENClick to see attachment
C/O LAKEWOOD HEALTH SYSTEM
49725 COUNTY ROAD 83
STAPLES,MN56479
VICE CHAIR1.00 0    
KEVIN JENKINSClick to see attachment
C/O LAKEWOOD HEALTH SYSTEM
49725 COUNTY ROAD 83
STAPLES,MN56479
DIRECTOR1.00 0    
MARK SCHMITZClick to see attachment
C/O LAKEWOOD HEALTH SYSTEM
49725 COUNTY ROAD 83
STAPLES,MN56479
DIRECTOR1.00 0    
CRAIG WOLHOWEClick to see attachment
C/O LAKEWOOD HEALTH SYSTEM
49725 COUNTY ROAD 83
STAPLES,MN56479
SEC., TREAS.1.00 0    
DICK DONATClick to see attachment
C/O LAKEWOOD HEALTH SYSTEM
49725 COUNTY ROAD 83
STAPLES,MN56479
DIRECTOR1.00 0    
SALLY GORTONClick to see attachment
C/O LAKEWOOD HEALTH SYSTEM
49725 COUNTY ROAD 83
STAPLES,MN56479
DIRECTOR1.00 0    
BARB SCHMITTClick to see attachment
C/O LAKEWOOD HEALTH SYSTEM
49725 COUNTY ROAD 83
STAPLES,MN56479
DIRECTOR1.00 0    
JEF CICHOSClick to see attachment
C/O LAKEWOOD HEALTH SYSTEM
49725 COUNTY ROAD 83
STAPLES,MN56479
DIRECTOR1.00 0    
JIM HOFERClick to see attachment
C/O LAKEWOOD HEALTH SYSTEM
49725 COUNTY ROAD 83
STAPLES,MN56479
DIRECTOR1.00 0    
LANI ROBERTSClick to see attachment
C/O LAKEWOOD HEALTH SYSTEM
49725 COUNTY ROAD 83
STAPLES,MN56479
DIRECTOR1.00 0    
MARY KOBLISKAClick to see attachment
C/O LAKEWOOD HEALTH SYSTEM
49725 COUNTY ROAD 83
STAPLES,MN56479
DIRECTOR1.00 0    
NATHAN MATHEWSClick to see attachment
C/O LAKEWOOD HEALTH SYSTEM
49725 COUNTY ROAD 83
STAPLES,MN56479
DIRECTOR1.00 0    
SUE NANIKClick to see attachment
C/O LAKEWOOD HEALTH SYSTEM
49725 COUNTY ROAD 83
STAPLES,MN56479
DIRECTOR1.00 0    
WENDY SCHLUENDERClick to see attachment
C/O LAKEWOOD HEALTH SYSTEM
49725 COUNTY ROAD 83
STAPLES,MN56479
DIRECTOR1.00 0    
BRENDA HALVORSONClick to see attachment
C/O LAKEWOOD HEALTH SYSTEM
49725 COUNTY ROAD 83
STAPLES,MN56479
DIRECTOR1.00 0    
TANNER ROBERTSClick to see attachment
C/O LAKEWOOD HEALTH SYSTEM
49725 COUNTY ROAD 83
STAPLES,MN56479
DIRECTOR1.00 0    
MARK PAGNACClick to see attachment
C/O LAKEWOOD HEALTH SYSTEM
49725 COUNTY ROAD 83
STAPLES,MN56479
DIRECTOR1.00 0    
AMY HUNTERClick to see attachment
C/O LAKEWOOD HEALTH SYSTEM
49725 COUNTY ROAD 83
STAPLES,MN56479
DIRECTOR1.00 0    
JAKE HUEBSCHClick to see attachment
C/O LAKEWOOD HEALTH SYSTEM
49725 COUNTY ROAD 83
STAPLES,MN56479
DIRECTOR1.00 0    
JEFF WIGClick to see attachment
C/O LAKEWOOD HEALTH SYSTEM
49725 COUNTY ROAD 83
STAPLES,MN56479
DIRECTOR1.00 0    
KATIE WILLIAMSClick to see attachment
C/O LAKEWOOD HEALTH SYSTEM
49725 COUNTY ROAD 83
STAPLES,MN56479
DIRECTOR1.00 0    
LEE JENKINSClick to see attachment
C/O LAKEWOOD HEALTH SYSTEM
49725 COUNTY ROAD 83
STAPLES,MN56479
DIRECTOR1.00 0    
CODY HOFFENKAMPClick to see attachment
C/O LAKEWOOD HEALTH SYSTEM
49725 COUNTY ROAD 83
STAPLES,MN56479
DIRECTOR1.00 0    
KATIE STONEClick to see attachment
C/O LAKEWOOD HEALTH SYSTEM
49725 COUNTY ROAD 83
STAPLES,MN56479
DIRECTOR1.00 0    
Form 990-EZ (2010)
Form 990-EZ (2010)
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Part VOther Information(Note the statement requirements in the instructions for Part V.)YesNo Check if the organization used Schedule O to respond to any question in this Part V . . . .
33
Did the organization engage in any activity not previously reported to the IRS? If "Yes," provide a detailed description of each activity in Schedule O ..............
33
 
No
34
Were any significant changes made to the organizing or governing documents? If "Yes," attach a conformed copy of the amended documents if they reflect a change to the organization’s name. Otherwise, explain the change on Schedule O (see instructions). ...................
34
 
No
35
If the organization had income from business activities, such as those reported on lines 2, 6a, and 7a (among others), but not reported on Form 990-T, explain in Schedule O why the organization did not report the income on Form 990-T. ........................
a
Did the organization have unrelated business gross income of $1,000 or more or was it a section 501(c)(4), 501(c)(5), or 501(c)(6) organization subject to section 6033(e) notice, reporting, and proxy tax requirements?
35a
 
No
b
If "Yes," has it filed a tax return on Form 990-T for this year? (see instructions) ........
35b
 
 
36
Did the organization undergo a liquidation, dissolution, termination, or significant disposition of net assets during the year? If “Yes,” complete applicable parts of Schedule N .............
36
 
No
37a
Enter amount of political expenditures, direct or indirect, as described in the instructions. bullet
37a
 
b
Did the organization file Form 1120-POL for this year? ...............
37b
 
No
38a
Did the organization borrow from, or make any loans to, any officer, director, trustee, or key employee or were
any such loans made in a prior year and still outstanding at the end of the tax year covered by this return?
38a
 
No
b
If “Yes,” complete Schedule L, Part II and enter the total amount involved .
38b
 
39
Section 501(c)(7) organizations. Enter:
a
Initiation fees and capital contributions included on line 9 ......
39a
 
b
Gross receipts, included on line 9, for public use of club facilities ....
39b
 
40a
Section 501(c)(3) organizations. Enter amount of tax imposed on the organization during the year under:
section 4911 bullet   ; section 4912 bullet   ; section 4955 bullet  
b
Section 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations. Did the organization engage in any section 4958 excess benefit transaction during the year or did it engage in an excess benefit transaction in a prior year that has not been reported on any of its prior Forms 990 or 990-EZ? If “Yes,” complete Schedule L, Part I. ....
40b
 
No
c
Section 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations. Enter amount of tax imposed on organization managers or disqualified persons during the year under sections 4912, 4955, and 4958 ..bullet  
d
Section 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations. Enter amount of tax on line 40c reimbursed by the organization ...................bullet  
e
All organizations. At any time during the tax year, was the organization a party to a prohibited tax shelter transaction? If "Yes," complete Form 8886-T. .................
40e
 
No
41List the states with which a copy of this return is filed. bulletMN
42aThe organization's books are in care of bulletMIKE GEDDE Telephone no. bullet (218) 894-8207
Located at bulletPO BOX 244
STAPLES,MN
ZIP + 4bullet56479
b
At any time during the calendar year, did the organization have an interest in or a signature or other authority over a financial account in a foreign country (such as a bank account, securities account, or other financial account)?
Yes
No
42b
 
No
If “Yes,” enter the name of the foreign country: bullet  
See the instructions for exceptions and filing requirements for Form TD F 90-22.1, Report of Foreign Bank and Financial Accounts.
c
At any time during the calendar year, did the organization maintain an office outside of the U.S.?
42c
 
No
If “Yes,” enter the name of the foreign country: bullet  
43.......bullet
and enter the amount of tax-exempt interest received or accrued during the tax year . . . bullet43
 
44a
Did the organization maintain any donor advised funds? If "Yes", Form 990 must be completed instead of
Yes
No
Form 990-EZ.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
44a
 
No
b
Did the organization operate one or more hospital facilities during the year? If ‘Yes,’ Form 990 must be completed instead of Form990-EZ. . . . . . . . .
44b
 
No
c
Did the organization receive any payments for indoor tanning services during the year? . . . . . . .
44c
 
No
d
If 'Yes' to line 44c, has the organization filed a Form 720 to report these payments? If ‘No,’ provide an explanation in Schedule O. . . . . . . . .
44d
 
 
45
Is any related organization a controlled entity of the organization within the meaning of section 512(b)(13)? If ‘Yes,’ Form 990 and Schedule R must be completed instead of Form990-EZ. . . . . . . . .
45
 
No
45a
Did the organization receive any payment from or engage in any transaction with a controlled entity within the meaning of section 512(b)(13)? If ‘Yes,’ Form 990 and Schedule R must be completed instead of Form990-EZ. .
45a
 
No
46
Did the organization engage, directly or indirectly, in political campaign activities on behalf of or in opposition to candidates for public office? If “Yes,” complete Schedule C, Part I. . . . . . . . . .
46
 
No
Form 990-EZ (2010)
Form 990-EZ (2010)
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Part VI
Section 501(c)(3) organizations and section 4947(a)(1) nonexempt charitable trusts only. All section 501(c)(3) organizations and section 4947(a)(1) nonexempt charitable trusts must answer questions 47-49b and 52. Check if the organization used Schedule O to respond to any question in this Part VI . . . . . . . .
Yes
No
47
Did the organization engage in lobbying activities? If "Yes," complete Schedule C, Part II . . . .
47
 
No
48
Is the organization a school described in section 170(b)(1)(A)(ii)? If "Yes," complete Schedule E . . .
48
 
No
49a
Did the organization make any transfers to an exempt non-charitable related organization? . . . .
49a
 
No
b
If "Yes," was the related organization a section 527 organization? . . . . . . . . .
49b
 
 
50
Complete this table for the organization's five highest compensated employees (other than officers, directors, trustees and key employees) who each received more than $100,000 of compensation from the organization. If there is none, enter "None."
(a) Name and address of each employee paid more than $100,000 (b) Title and average
hours per week
devoted to position
(c) Compensation
(d) Contributions to
employee benefit plans &
deferred compensation
(e) Expense
account and
other allowances
NONE
50(f)
Total number of other employees paid over $100,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . bullet  

51
Complete this table for the organization's five highest compensated independent contractors who each received more than $100,000 of compensation from the organization. If there is none, enter "None."
(a) Name and address of each independent contractor paid more than $100,000 (b) Type of service (c) Compensation
NONE
51(d)
Total number of other independent contractors each receiving over $100,000 . . . . . . . bullet  
52
Did the organization complete Schedule A? NOTE: All Section 501(c)(3) organizations and 4947(a)(1) nonexempt charitable trusts must attach a completed Schedule A ....................
Under penalties of perjury, I declare that I have examined this return, including accompanying schedules and statements, and to the best of my knowledge and belief, it is true, correct, and complete. Declaration of preparer (other than officer) is based on all information of which preparer has any knowledge.
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Paid Preparer's Use Only Preparer's
signature
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(See instructions)
Firm’s name (or yours
if self-employed),
address, and ZIP + 4
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May the IRS discuss this return with the preparer shown above? See instructions .........bullet
Form 990-EZ (2010)

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Form 990-EZ, Special Condition Description:
Special Condition Description
SCHEDULE A
(Form 990 or 990EZ)

Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Public Charity Status and Public Support

Complete if the organization is a section 501(c)(3) organization or a section
4947(a)(1) nonexempt charitable trust.
right arrow Attach to Form 990 or Form 990-EZ. right arrow See separate instructions.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2010
Open to Public
Inspection
Name of the organization
LEAP INC
 
Employer identification number

31-1740634
Part I
Reason for Public Charity Status (All organizations must complete this part.) See instructions
The organization is not a private foundation because it is: (For lines 1 through 11, check only one box.)
1
2
3
4
5
section 170(b)(1)(A)(iv). (Complete Part II.)
6
7
8
9
receipts from activities related to its exempt functions—subject to certain exceptions, and (2) no more than 331/3% of
its support from gross investment income and unrelated business taxable income (less section 511 tax) from businesses
acquired by the organization after June 30, 1975. See section 509(a)(2). (Complete Part III.)
10
11
e
f
g
(i) a person who directly or indirectly controls, either alone or together with persons described in (ii)
Yes
No
and (iii) below, the governing body of the the supported organization? ................
11g(i)
 
 
(ii) a family member of a person described in (i) above? ......................
11g(ii)
 
 
(iii) a 35% controlled entity of a person described in (i) or (ii) above? ................
11g(iii)
 
 
h
(i)
Name of supported organization
(ii)
EIN
(iii)
Type of organization (described on lines 1- 9 above or IRC section (see instructions))
(iv)
Is the organization in col. (i) listed in your governing document?
(v)
Did you notify the organization in col. (i) of your support?
(vi)
Is the organization in col. (i) organized in the U.S.?
(vii)
Amount of support?
Yes No Yes No Yes No
Total                  

For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990.
Cat. No. 11285F
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2010
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2010
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Part II
Support Schedule for Organizations Described in IRC 170(b)(1)(A)(iv) and 170(b)(1)(A)(vi)
(Complete only if you checked the box on line 5, 7, or 8 of Part I or if the organization failed to qualify under Part III. If the organization fails to qualify under the tests listed below, please complete Part III.)
Section A. Public Support
Calendar year(or fiscal year beginning in) (a) 2006 (b) 2007 (c) 2008 (d) 2009 (e) 2010 (f) Total
1 Gifts, grants, contributions, and membership fees received. (Do not include any "unusual grants.") .... 53,650 41,092 30,012 59,049 76,628 260,431
2 Tax revenues levied for the organization's benefit and either paid to or expended on its behalf.......            
3 The value of services or facilities furnished by a governmental unit to the organization without charge..            
4 Total. Add lines 1 through 3.. 53,650 41,092 30,012 59,049 76,628 260,431
5 The portion of total contributions by each person (other than a governmental unit or publicly supported organization) included on line 1 that exceeds 2% of the amount shown on line 11, column (f)..           8,166
6 Public Support. Subtract line 5 from line 4.           252,265
Section B. Total Support
Calendar year(or fiscal year beginning in) (a) 2006 (b) 2007 (c) 2008 (d) 2009 (e) 2010 (f) Total
7 Amounts from line 4.. 53,650 41,092 30,012 59,049 76,628 260,431
8 Gross income from interest, dividends, payments received on securities loans, rents, royalties and income from similar sources.. 5 300 491 190 152 1,138
9 Net income from unrelated business activities, whether or not the business is regularly carried on..            
10 Other income. (Explain in Part IV.) Do not include gain or loss from the sale of capital assets.. 3,074 4,002 938 1,504 1,003 10,521
11 Total support (Add lines 7 through 10).           272,090
12
12
68,641
13
Section C. Computation of Public Support Percentage
14
14
92.710 %
15
15
84.540 %
16a
b
17a
b
18
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2010
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2010
Page 3
Part III
Support Schedule for Organizations Described in IRC 509(a)(2)
(Complete only if you checked the box on line 9 of Part I or if the organization failed to qualify under Part II. If the organization fails to qualify under the tests listed below, please complete Part II.)
Section A. Public Support
Calendar year(or fiscal year beginning in) (a) 2006 (b) 2007 (c) 2008 (d) 2009 (e) 2010 (f) Total
1 Gifts, grants, contributions, and membership fees received. (Do not include any "unusual grants.") .            
2 Gross receipts from admissions, merchandise sold or services performed, or facilities furnished in any activity that is related to the organization's tax-exempt purpose......            
3 Gross receipts from activities that are not an unrelated trade or business under section 513..            
4 Tax revenues levied for the organization's benefit and either paid to or expended on its behalf...            
5 The value of services or facilities furnished by a governmental unit to the organization without charge..            
6 Total. Add lines 1 through 5.            
7a Amounts included on lines 1, 2, and 3 received from disqualified persons...            
b Amounts included on lines 2 and 3 received from other than disqualified persons that exceed the greater of $5,000 or 1% of the amount on line 13 for the year.            
c Add lines 7a and 7b..            
8 Public Support (Subtract line 7c from line 6.)            
Section B. Total Support
Calendar year (or fiscal year beginning in) (a) 2006 (b) 2007 (c) 2008 (d) 2009 (e) 2010 (f) Total
9 Amounts from line 6...            
10a Gross income from interest, dividends, payments received on securities loans, rents, royalties and income from similar sources..            
b Unrelated business taxable income (less section 511 taxes) from businesses acquired after June 30, 1975.            
c Add lines 10a and 10b.            
11 Net income from unrelated business activities not included in line 10b, whether or not the business is regularly carried on.            
12 Other income. Do not include gain or loss from the sale of capital assets (Explain in Part IV.)            
13 Total support (Add lines 9, 10c, 11 and 12.).            
14
Section C. Computation of Public Support Percentage
15
15
 
16
16
 
Section D. Computation of Investment Income Percentage
17
17
 
18
18
 
19a
b
20
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2010
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2010
Page 4
Part IV
Supplemental Information. Supplemental Information. Complete this part to provide the explanation required by Part II, line 10; Part II, line 17a or 17b; or Part III, line 12. Also complete this part for any additional information. (See instructions).
Facts And Circumstances Test
 
Explanation
 
 
 
 
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2010

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Schedule B
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or 990-PF)
Department of the Treasury
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Schedule of Contributors
Arrow Bullet Attach to Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2010
Name of organization
LEAP INC
 
Employer identification number

31-1740634
Organization type (check one):
Filers of:
Section:
Form 990 or 990-EZ





Form 990-PF




Check if your organization is covered by the General Rule or a Special Rule.  
Note. Only a section 501(c)(7), (8), or (10) organization can check boxes for both the General Rule and a Special Rule. See instructions.
General Rule—
Special Rules
......................... Arrow Bullet   $    
Caution. An Organization that is not covered by the General Rule and/or the Special Rules does not file Schedule B (Form 990,
990-EZ, or 990-PF), but it must answer “No” on Part IV, line 2 of its Form 990, or check the box in the heading of its
Form 990-EZ, or on line 2 of its Form 990-PF, to certify that it does not meet the filing requirements of Schedule B (Form 990,
990-EZ, or 990-PF).
For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions
for Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF.
Cat. No. 30613XSchedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2010)

Schedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2010)
Page 1 of 1 of Part I
Name of organization
LEAP INC
 
Employer identification number

31-1740634
Part I
Contributors (see Instructions)
     
(a)
No.
(b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4
(c)
Aggregate contributions
(d)
Type of contribution
RESTRICTED
RESTRICTED
 

     
RESTRICTED
RESTRICTED  
RESTRICTED, RESTRICTED   RESTRICTED

$RESTRICTED




(Complete Part II if there is
a noncash contribution.)
(a)
No.
(b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4
(c)
Aggregate contributions
(d)
Type of contribution
 
 
 

     
 
   

$  




(Complete Part II if there is
a noncash contribution.)
(a)
No.
(b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4
(c)
Aggregate contributions
(d)
Type of contribution
 
 
 

     
 
   

$  




(Complete Part II if there is
a noncash contribution.)
(a)
No.
(b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4
(c)
Aggregate contributions
(d)
Type of contribution
 
 
 

     
 
   

$  




(Complete Part II if there is
a noncash contribution.)
(a)
No.
(b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4
(c)
Aggregate contributions
(d)
Type of contribution
 
 
 

     
 
   

$  




(Complete Part II if there is
a noncash contribution.)
(a)
No.
(b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4
(c)
Aggregate contributions
(d)
Type of contribution
 
 
 

     
 
   

$  




(Complete Part II if there is
a noncash contribution.)
Schedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2010)

Schedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2010)
Page 1 of 1 of Part II
Name of organization
LEAP INC
 
Employer identification number

31-1740634
Part II
Noncash Property (see Instructions)
     
(a) No.
from
Part I
(b)
Description of noncash property given
(c)
FMV (or estimate)
(see instructions)
(d)
Date received
 
$    
(a) No.
from
Part I
(b)
Description of noncash property given
(c)
FMV (or estimate)
(see instructions)
(d)
Date received
 
$    
(a) No.
from
Part I
(b)
Description of noncash property given
(c)
FMV (or estimate)
(see instructions)
(d)
Date received
 
$    
(a) No.
from
Part I
(b)
Description of noncash property given
(c)
FMV (or estimate)
(see instructions)
(d)
Date received
 
$    
(a) No.
from
Part I
(b)
Description of noncash property given
(c)
FMV (or estimate)
(see instructions)
(d)
Date received
 
$    
(a) No.
from
Part I
(b)
Description of noncash property given
(c)
FMV (or estimate)
(see instructions)
(d)
Date received
 
$    
Schedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2010)

Schedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2010)
Page 1 of 1 of Part III
Name of organization
LEAP INC
 
Employer identification number

31-1740634
Part III
Exclusively religious, charitable, etc., individual contributions to section 501(c)(7), (8), or (10) organizations
aggregating more than $1,000 for the year. (Complete columns (a) through (e) and the following line entry.)
For organizations completing Part III, enter the total of exclusively religious, charitable, etc.,
contributions of $1,000 or less for the year. (Enter this information once. See instructions.) Arrow Bullet $  
(a) No.
from
Part I
(b)
Purpose of gift
(c)
Use of gift
(d)
Description of how gift is held
 
(e)
Transfer of gift
Transferee's name, address, and ZIP 4 Relationship of transferor to transferee
 
 
       
 
(a) No.
from
Part I
(b)
Purpose of gift
(c)
Use of gift
(d)
Description of how gift is held
 
(e)
Transfer of gift
Transferee's name, address, and ZIP 4 Relationship of transferor to transferee
 
 
       
 
(a) No.
from
Part I
(b)
Purpose of gift
(c)
Use of gift
(d)
Description of how gift is held
 
(e)
Transfer of gift
Transferee's name, address, and ZIP 4 Relationship of transferor to transferee
 
 
       
 
(a) No.
from
Part I
(b)
Purpose of gift
(c)
Use of gift
(d)
Description of how gift is held
 
(e)
Transfer of gift
Transferee's name, address, and ZIP 4 Relationship of transferor to transferee
 
 
       
 
Schedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2010)

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SCHEDULE O
(Form 990 or 990-EZ)

Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Supplemental Information to Form 990 or 990-EZ

Complete to provide information for responses to specific questions on
Form 990 or to provide any additional information.
MediumBullet Attach to Form 990 or 990-EZ.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2010
Open to Public
Inspection
Name of the organization
LEAP INC
 
Employer identification number

31-1740634
Identifier Return Reference Explanation
OTHER EXPENSES FORM 990-EZ, PART I, LINE 16 EXPENSES 1,233 SUPPLIES 186 TELEPHONE 896 POSTAGE 44 POSTAGE 44 REPAIRS & MAINTENANCE 1,398 PRINTING AND PUBLICATION 609 BANK CHARGES 140 COST OF SALES - COFFEE SH 30,453 DOWNTOWN REVIT. PROGRAM E 17,276 EDUCATION 70 LICENSES AND FEES 375 LICENSES AND FEES 25 MISCELLANEOUS 56 MISCELLANEOUS 30 UTILITIES 4,510 LIBRARY EXPENSES 12,567 FIBER BROAD BAND EXPENSES 25,000 UNIFORMS 54 COMMUNITY SIGN 41,946 HOOKED ON FISHING PROJECT 988 FRIENDS OF TRAIL PROJECT 1,270 TOTAL 139,170
OTHER ASSETS FORM 990-EZ, PART II, LINE 24 INVENTORIES FOR SALE OR USE 3,789 3,453 EQUIPMENT & LHI 23,965 23,422 LESS ACCUMULATED DEPRECIATION 10,817 12,570 TOTAL 16,937 14,305
OTHER LIABILITIES FORM 990-EZ, PART II, LINE 26 PAYROLL LIABILITIES 384 529 SALES TAX PAYABLE 1,119 1,169 GIFT CERTIFICATES PAYABLE 1,643 2,276
PRIMARY EXEMPT PURPOSE FORM 990-EZ, PART III OBJECTIVES ARE TO: 1. WORK AS A LIAISON BETWEEN THE COMMUNITY AND SCHOOL DISTRICT, 2. SUPPORT VOLUNTEERISM IN THE SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY, 3. IDENTIFY VIABLE WAYS FOR THE SCHOOL TO ADAPT TO CURRENT ECONOMICS AND DEMOGRAPHIC CIRCUMSTANCES, 4. DETERMINE THE STRENGTHS AND WEAKNESSES OF THE DISTRICT THROUGH FOCUS GROUP MEETINGS AND DECIDE WHICH OPTIONS PROVIDE THE MOST BENEFITS FOR THE COMMUNITY AND THE SCHOOL DISTRICT, 5. BUILDING A STRONGER STAPLES COMMUNITY THAT WILL ENRICH THE QUALITY OF LIFE NOW AND FOR FUTURE GENERATIONS, 6. DETERMINE THE STRENGTHS AND WEAKNESSES OF THE COMMUNITY THROUGH FOCUS GROUP MEETINGS AND DECIDE WHICH OPTIONS PROVIDE THE MOST BENEFITS FOR THE COMMUNITY AND BUSINESSES, 7. FACILITATE THE CITIZENS, CITY GOVERNMENT, AND BUSINESSES IN STAPLES TO IMPROVE COMMUNICATION AND PLANNING AND WORK TOGETHER ON PROJECTS.
FIRST ACHIEVEMENT FORM 990-EZ, PART III, LINE 28 THE COFFEE SHOP PROVIDED A BUSINESS SETTING WHERE YOUTH WERE EDUCATED TO PARTICIPATE IN RUNNING A BUSINESS. THEY ALSO HELD EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS ON VARIOUS TOPICS FROM LEARNING ABOUT THE CULTURE OF VISITING FOREIGN EXCHANGE STUDENTS TO FIXING A BIKE. YOUTH WERE ALSO PROVIDED OPPORTUNITIES ON A REGULAR BASIS FOR ARTISTIC EXPRESSION SUCH AS OPEN MIC NIGHT, COMEDY IMPROV NIGHT, VISUAL ARTS DISPLAYS AND MUSICAL PERFORMANCES). THE SHOP ALSO PROVIDES A SAFE ATMOSPHERE FOR STUDENTS TO MINGLE,PARTICIPATE IN STUDY GROUPS, SURF THE INTERNET OR PLAY GAMES. ANOTHER PROGRAM RUN AT THE COFFEE SHOP WAS A SATURDAY MORNING STORY HOUR FOR YOUNGSTERS.
SECOND ACHIEVEMENT FORM 990-EZ, PART III, LINE 29 OVER THIRTEEN LOCAL INDIVIDUALS, ORGANIZATIONS AND BUSINESSES DONATED FUNDS TO REPLACE THE OUTDATED COMMUNITY EVENTS SIGN TO AN ELECTRONIC ONE THAT KEEPS THE COMMUNITY APPRISED OF UPCOMING ACTIVITIES AND IS MORE EASILY CHANGED DUE TO THE NEW ELECTRONIC FORMAT.
THIRD ACHIEVEMENT FORM 990-EZ, PART III, LINE 30 ASSISTED THE STAPLES BROADBAND COLLABORATIVE IN HIRING A CONTRACTOR TO CONDUCT A FEASIBILITY STUDY TO DETERMINE IF A BROADBAND FIBER NETWORK WILL BE POSSIBLE IN STAPLES. BROADBAND FIBER WOULD BRING HIGH SPEED INTERNET COMMUNICATION TO HOMES AND BUSINESSES IN THE CITY. THE FEASIBILITY STUDY INCLUDED MARKET ANALYSIS, ENGINEERING AND ESTIMATE COSTS OF LAYING THE FIBER CABLES THROUGHOUT THE TOWN. IT IS EXPECTED THAT BROADBAND FIBER WOULD AID IN COMMUNITY AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT.
ALL OTHER ACHIEVEMENTS FORM 990-EZ, PART III, LINE 31 DOWNTOWN REVITALIZATION -IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE STAPLES/MOTLEY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, HIRED A CONTRACTOR TO PROMOTE REVITALIZATION OF THE STAPLES AREA, INCLUDING CREATING A COMMERCIAL DIRECTORY MAP AND ARTICLES TO PUBLICIZE DOWNTOWN ROAD CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS. FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY -CONTINUED TO PURCHASE CHILDREN'S FURNITURE, KIOSKS AND OTHER SPECIALIZED NEEDS IN THE NEW PUBLIC LIBRARY WHICH OPENED IN MARCH 2010. HELPED SUPPORT THE CHAMBER IN RUNNING COMMUNITY EVENTS DURING THE CITY FESTIVAL(RAILROAD DAYS). ASSISTED THE STAPLES MOTLEY BASKETBALL BOOSTERS IN PUTTING IN A NEW SOUND SYSTEM TO BROADCAST THE GAMES. ASSISTED THE LIONS CLUB OF STAPLES IN SENDING 13 VETERANS TO WASHINGTON DC TO VISIT THEIR RESPECTIVE MEMORIALS AND TO VISIT ARLINGTON NATIONAL CEMETERY. ASSISTED THE LOCAL SPRINKLE & SPROUT CLUB IN THEIR CITY BEAUTIFICATION PROJECTS IN MOTLEY. THEY PURCHASED EQUIPMENT TO MORE EASILY WATER THE FLOWERS AND PLANTS AND PURCHASED MORE FLOWER BARRELS THAT LINE THE STREETS. ASSISTED A LOCAL GROUP OF VOLUNTEERS IN HOSTING A "HOOKED ON FISHING, NOT ON DRUGS" EVENT FOR 36 LOCAL 4TH GRADERS. HELPED THE LOCAL GROUP "FRIENDS OF THE TRAIL" RUN AN EVENT TO BRING ATTENTION TO THE WANTS AND NEEDS OF A TRAIL SYSTEM IN THE AREA.
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TY 2010 CompensationExplanation
Name:
LEAP INC
EIN: 31-1740634
Person Name Explanation
TIM RICE  
CHRIS ETZLER  
JEREL NELSEN  
KEVIN JENKINS  
MARK SCHMITZ  
CRAIG WOLHOWE  
DICK DONAT  
SALLY GORTON  
BARB SCHMITT  
JEF CICHOS  
JIM HOFER  
LANI ROBERTS  
MARY KOBLISKA  
NATHAN MATHEWS  
SUE NANIK  
WENDY SCHLUENDER  
BRENDA HALVORSON  
TANNER ROBERTS  
MARK PAGNAC  
AMY HUNTER  
JAKE HUEBSCH  
JEFF WIG  
KATIE WILLIAMS  
LEE JENKINS  
CODY HOFFENKAMP  
KATIE STONE