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.
Attach to Form 990 or Form 990-EZ. See separate instructions. Information about Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) and its instructions is at www.irs.gov/form990.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2013
Open to Public Inspection
Name of the organization
National Council for Community & Education Partnerships
Employer identification number
31-1669930
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
By checking this box, I certify that the organization is not controlled directly or indirectly by one or more disqualified persons other than foundation managers and other than one or more publicly supported organizations described in section 509(a)(1) or section 509(a)(2).
f
If the organization received a written determination from the IRS that it is a Type I, Type II, or Type III supporting organization, check this box
..................................................
g
Since August 17, 2006, has the organization accepted any gift or contribution from any of the following persons?
(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 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
Provide the following information about the supported organization(s).
(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 monetary support
Yes
No
Yes
No
Yes
No
Total
For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990 or 990EZ.
Cat. No. 11285F
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2013
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2013
Page 2
Part II
Support Schedule for Organizations Described in Sections 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) 2009
(b) 2010
(c) 2011
(d) 2012
(e) 2013
(f) Total
1
Gifts, grants, contributions, and membership fees received. (Do not include any "unusual grants.") ....
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
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)..
6
Public support. Subtract line 5 from line 4.
Section B. Total Support
Calendar year
(or fiscal year beginning in)
(a) 2009
(b) 2010
(c) 2011
(d) 2012
(e) 2013
(f) Total
7
Amounts from line 4..
8
Gross income from interest, dividends, payments received on securities loans, rents, royalties and income from similar sources...
9
Net income from unrelated business activities, whether or not the business is regularly carried on..
10
Other income. Do not include gain or loss from the sale of capital assets (Explain in Part IV.)..
11
Total support (Add lines 7 through 10).
12
Gross receipts from related activities, etc. (see instructions)
..................
12
13
First five years.
If the Form 990 is for the organization's first, second, third, fourth, or fifth tax year as a 501(c)(3) organization,
check this box and stop here.................................................
Section C. Computation of Public Support Percentage
14
Public support percentage for 2013 (line 6, column (f) divided by line 11, column (f))
.........
14
15
Public support percentage for 2012 Schedule A, Part II, line 14
...............
15
16a
33 1/3% support test—2013.
If the organization did not check the box on line 13, and line 14 is 33 1/3% or more, check this box
and stop here. The organization qualifies as a publicly supported organization
.......................
b
33 1/3% support test—2012.
If the organization did not check a box on line 13 or 16a, and line 15 is 33 1/3% or more, check this
box and stop here. The organization qualifies as a publicly supported organization
.....................
17a
10%-facts-and-circumstances test—2013.
If the organization did not check a box on line 13, 16a, or 16b, and line 14
is 10% or more, and if the organization meets the "facts-and-circumstances" test, check this box and stop here. Explain
in Part IV how the organization meets the "facts-and-circumstances" test. The organization qualifies as a publicly supported
organization
.....................................................
b
10%-facts-and-circumstances test—2012.
If the organization did not check a box on line 13, 16a, 16b, or 17a, and line
15 is 10% or more, and if the organization meets the "facts-and-circumstances" test, check this box and stop here.
Explain in Part IV how the organization meets the "facts-and-circumstances" test. The organization qualifies as a publicly supported organization
................................................
18
Private foundation.
If the organization did not check a box on line 13, 16a, 16b, 17a, or 17b, check this box and see
instructions
.....................................................
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2013
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2013
Page 3
Part III
Support Schedule for Organizations Described in Section 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) 2009
(b) 2010
(c) 2011
(d) 2012
(e) 2013
(f) Total
1
Gifts, grants, contributions, and membership fees received. (Do not include any "unusual grants.") .
1,377,960
377,406
708,607
91,125
2,555,098
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......
2,096,071
1,877,823
7,575
2,203,391
2,675,108
8,859,968
3
Gross receipts from activities that are not an unrelated trade or business under section 513..
52,776
64,932
117,708
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.
3,474,031
2,255,229
7,575
2,964,774
2,831,165
11,532,774
7a
Amounts included on lines 1, 2, and 3 received from disqualified persons...
916,437
916,437
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.
97,467
99,288
196,755
c
Add lines 7a and 7b..
916,437
97,467
99,288
1,113,192
8
Public support (Subtract line 7c from line 6.)
10,419,582
Section B. Total Support
Calendar year (or fiscal year beginning in)
(a) 2009
(b) 2010
(c) 2011
(d) 2012
(e) 2013
(f) Total
9
Amounts from line 6...
3,474,031
2,255,229
7,575
2,964,774
2,831,165
11,532,774
10a
Gross income from interest, dividends, payments received on securities loans, rents, royalties and income from similar sources..
1,410
3,604
849
18,134
11,029
35,026
b
Unrelated business taxable income (less section 511 taxes) from businesses acquired after June 30, 1975.
c
Add lines 10a and 10b.
1,410
3,604
849
18,134
11,029
35,026
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.)
..
60,565
3,880
960
65,405
13
Total support. (Add lines 9, 10c, 11, and 12.)..
3,536,006
2,262,713
9,384
2,982,908
2,842,194
11,633,205
14
First five years.
If the Form 990 is for the organization's first, second, third, fourth, or fifth tax year as a 501(c)(3) organization,
check this box and stop here.............................................
Section C. Computation of Public Support Percentage
15
Public support percentage for 2013 (line 8, column (f) divided by line 13, column (f))
.........
15
89.570 %
16
Public support percentage from 2012 Schedule A, Part III, line 15
...............
16
89.210 %
Section D. Computation of Investment Income Percentage
17
Investment income percentage for 2013 (line 10c, column (f) divided by line 13, column (f))
......
17
0.300 %
18
Investment income percentage from 2012 Schedule A, Part III, line 17
.............
18
0.610 %
19a
33 1/3% support tests—2013.
If the organization did not check the box on line 14, and line 15 is more than 33 1/3%, and line 17 is not more than 33 1/3%, check this box and stop here. The organization qualifies as a publicly supported organization
........
b
33 1/3% support tests—2012.
If the organization did not check a box on line 14 or line 19a, and line 16 is more than 33 1/3% and line 18 is not more than 33 1/3%, check this box and stop here. The organization qualifies as a publicly supported organization
.....
20
Private foundation.
If the organization did not check a box on line 14, 19a, or 19b, check this box and see instructions
.....
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2013
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2013
Page 4
Part IV
Supplemental Information.
Provide the explanations required by Part II, line 10; Part II, line 17a or 17b; and 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) 2013
Additional Data
Software ID:
Software Version:
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TIN:
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.
Attach to Form 990 or 990-EZ.
Information about Schedule O (Form 990 or 990-EZ) and its instructions is at
www.irs.gov/form990.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2013
Open to Public Inspection
Name of the organization
National Council for Community & Education Partnerships
Employer identification number
31-1669930
Return Reference
Explanation
Form 990, Part III, Line 1 - Organization's mission (continued)
Confident that education paves the way to social equity, NCCEP advances college access through advocacy, training, and research. To fulfill this mission, NCCEP establishes community-education partnerships, strengthens research-based college access programs, and develops tools and resources to provide educational opportunities for all students. One of NCCEP's primary functions is to serve as an intermediary organization for public agencies, private and corporate foundations, and their grantees. Most significant of these efforts is the federally funded GEAR UP initiative (Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs) for which NCCEP serves as the national technical assistance provider, annual conference convener, and voice in Washington DC. NCCEP works to elevate and encourage replication of GEAR UP's best practices, and facilitates opportunities for GEAR UP to test program models that hold the promise of increasing student success, graduation rates, and postsecondary enrollment.
Form 990, Part III, Line 4a - Conferences and Training Programs (continued)
NCCEP/GEAR UP Youth Congress is also offered during the NCCEP/GEAR UP Annual Conference each July. The NCCEP/GEAR UP Youth Congress is a youth leadership program that implements a student-focused curriculum, blending leadership development with life skills and strategies for increased learning. GEAR UP students who participate in the Youth Congress have the opportunity to experience a professional conference while interacting and learning with other students from around the country. For nearly 15 years, NCCEP has been convening the GEAR UP community to share best practices, creating ongoing relationships, and refine educational strategies. NCCEP is the Department of Education-designated technical assistance and training provider for the state and partnership grantees who receive GEAR UP federal funds.
Form 990, Part III, Line 4b - Technical Assistance Programs (continued)
Kresge Foundation Grant - Funding from the Kresge Foundation supports programs to sustain and increase the federal investment in college access. Kresge funding supports NCCEP's GEAR UP Alumni Leadership Academy, a 12-month program designed to train and engage GEAR UP alumni in advocacy and leadership, and work toward creating positive change in education policy for their younger peers. Funding also supports training and support for college access leaders to increase their capacity to do outreach and education to lawmakers. GEAR UP College and Career Readiness Evaluation Consortium (CCREC) - The College and Career Readiness Evaluation Consortium is a collaboration of 15 GEAR UP state grantees. The purpose of the Consortium is to foster collaboration among its members; demonstrate the impact of GEAR UP across local, state, and national levels of implementation; and build a culture of evidenced-based assessment and decision-making. Texas Region One ESC Leadership Development Program - NCCEP works with Texas Region 1 on a multi-year leadership development initiative. Most recently, the partnership has focused on superintendents, developing a pilot Superintendent Leadership Institute program. The Superintendent Leadership Institute is designed to engage a small learning community of superintendents in senior-level discussions and experiential training that focus on creating, sustaining and strengthening the college going culture in GEAR UP districts. The Superintendent Leadership Institute combines three in-person training sessions, small group learning, and one-on-one coaching during the course of the program. Between convenings, superintendents work on implementing their personal goals and honing their leadership strategies. Each superintendent receives one-on-one coaching tailored to their self-identified leadership needs for the district. Superintendents also participate in small group learning communities that are organized around similarities between districts. At each in-person convening, superintendents explore case studies, research, and practical applications of strategic leadership, and how it can be leveraged to create and sustain systemic change.
Form 990, Part VI, Section B, line 11
The 990 return is reviewed by the President & CEO who signs it. The signed form and the required schedules are distributed to each of the NCCEP's directors for their review before the returns are filed with the Internal Revenue Service.
Form 990, Part VI, Section B, line 12c
All officers, directors, and key employees are required to complete and sign a conflict of interest disclosure form annually. The directors must recuse themselves from voting on any issue where there may be a conflict. The Board secretary monitors any apparent conflicts. This policy is part of the employee handbook.
Form 990, Part VI, Section B, line 15
The Board of Directors completes a biennial salary survey using outside consultants and/or resources to ensure that executive compensation is commensurate and reasonable. The President & CEO then evaluates the salaries of all the staff in relation to their accomplishments and their annual performance. The President & CEO considers salary ranges for each position using job responsibilities and market criteria to determine an individual's compensation.
Form 990, Part VI, Section C, line 18
NCCEP maintains copies of the organization's tax and not-for-profit information in its offices and is prepared to make this information available upon request.
Form 990, Part VI, Section C, line 19
NCCEP maintains copies of its governing documents, conflict of interest policy, and financial statements at its offices in the District of Columbia which it will make available to the public upon proper notice and a reasonable request.
Form 990, Part IX, line 11g
Consultants & other professional fees: Program service expenses 400,174. Management and general expenses 15,911. Fundraising expenses 2,141. Total expenses 418,226.
Form 990, Part XII, Line 2c:
NCCEP's Finance Committee is responsible for oversight of the audit, including selection of the independent accountant. The process is consistent with prior years.
For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990 or 990-EZ.