Dayspring Christian Academy 
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Summary
Educating Minds, Training Hearts, to Serve the World for the Glory of Christ, since 1975.
Contact information
Mailing address:
Dayspring Christian Academy
3734 W 20th Street
Greeley, CO 80634
Website: www.dayspringeagles.org
Phone: (970) 330-1151
Email: [email protected]
Organization details
EIN: 840690857
CEO/President: Brian Littlefield
Chairman: Rusty Morgan
Board size: 8
Founder:
Ruling year: 1975
Tax deductible: Yes
Fiscal year end: 06/30
Member of ECFA: No
Member of ECFA since:
Purpose
We view our academy as a God-glorifying extension of the Christian home, dedicated to instilling biblical truths in our students' hearts and minds. We believe that quality education flourishes through strong partnerships. T
Mission statement
From a Biblical worldview and in partnership with Christian parents, our mission is to educate the mind and train the heart of each student to serve the world for the glory of Christ.
We live this out by providing a comprehensive Christian education that promotes academic excellence while nurturing spiritual, physical, mental, and social growth. We view our academy as a God-glorifying extension of the Christian home, dedicated to instilling biblical truths in our students' hearts and minds. We believe that quality education flourishes through strong partnerships. That's why we prioritize open communication and collaboration among parents, students, teachers, and staff. Together, we create a supportive community where everyone plays a vital role in nurturing the development of our students.
Statement of faith
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Transparency grade
D
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Financial efficiency ratings
Sector: K-12 Schools/Academies
| Category | Rating | Overall rank | Sector rank |
| Overall efficiency rating | | 310 of 1538 | 40 of 249 |
| Fund acquisition rating | | 997 of 1539 | 171 of 249 |
| Resource allocation rating | | 369 of 1539 | 66 of 249 |
| Asset utilization rating | | 153 of 1539 | 15 of 249 |
According to the organization's Form 990, it received $258,000 in government grants in 2025.
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Financial ratios
| Funding ratios | Sector median | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 |
Return on fundraising efforts Return on fundraising efforts = Fundraising expense / Total contributions | 9% | 16% | 13% | 12% | 13% | 15% |
Fundraising cost ratio Fundraising cost ratio = Fundraising expense / Total revenue | 2% | 3% | 3% | 4% | 2% | 3% |
Contributions reliance Contributions reliance = Total contributions / Total revenue | 13% | 17% | 20% | 31% | 18% | 18% |
Fundraising expense ratio Fundraising expense ratio = Fundraising expense / Total expenses | 2% | 3% | 3% | 4% | 2% | 3% |
Other revenue reliance Other revenue reliance = Total other revenue / Total revenue | 87% | 83% | 80% | 69% | 82% | 82% |
| Operating ratios | Sector median | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 |
Program expense ratio Program expense ratio = Program services / Total expenses | 83% | 87% | 87% | 86% | 88% | 86% |
Spending ratio Spending ratio = Total expenses / Total revenue | 93% | 111% | 100% | 87% | 97% | 89% |
Program output ratio Program output ratio = Program services / Total revenue | 77% | 97% | 87% | 75% | 85% | 76% |
Savings ratio Savings ratio = Surplus (deficit) / Total revenue | 7% | -11% | 0% | 13% | 3% | 11% |
Reserve accumulation rate Reserve accumulation rate = Surplus (deficit) / Net assets | 6% | -44% | 1% | 40% | 12% | 44% |
General and admin ratio General and admin ratio = Management and general expense / Total expenses | 14% | 10% | 11% | 10% | 10% | 11% |
| Investing ratios | Sector median | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 |
Total asset turnover Total asset turnover = Total expenses / Total assets | 0.55 | 3.59 | 2.41 | 2.31 | 3.39 | 2.93 |
Degree of long-term investment Degree of long-term investment = Total assets / Total current assets | 3.06 | 1.12 | 1.09 | 1.95 | 1.26 | 1.36 |
Current asset turnover Current asset turnover = Total expenses / Total current assets | 2.00 | 4.02 | 2.64 | 4.52 | 4.27 | 4.00 |
| Liquidity ratios | Sector median | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 |
Current ratio Current ratio = Total current assets / Total current liabilities | 2.78 | 4.81 | 7.32 | 3.95 | 5.73 | 3.90 |
Current liabilities ratio Current liabilities ratio = Total current liabilities / Total current assets | 0.36 | 0.21 | 0.14 | 0.25 | 0.17 | 0.26 |
Liquid reserve level Liquid reserve level = (Total current assets - Total current liabilities) / (Total expenses / 12) | 3.46 | 2.37 | 3.93 | 1.98 | 2.32 | 2.23 |
| Solvency ratios | Sector median | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 |
Liabilities ratio Liabilities ratio = Total liabilities / Total assets | 30% | 19% | 12% | 13% | 14% | 19% |
Debt ratio Debt ratio = Debt / Total assets | 10% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% |
Reserve coverage ratio Reserve coverage ratio = Net assets / Total expenses | 115% | 23% | 36% | 38% | 25% | 28% |
Financials
| Balance sheet | |||||
| Assets | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 |
| Cash | $1,849,168 | $2,633,888 | $1,457,196 | $1,385,659 | $1,205,058 |
| Receivables, inventories, prepaids | $128,050 | $75,070 | $50,757 | $43,669 | $33,114 |
| Short-term investments | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Other current assets | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Total current assets | $1,977,218 | $2,708,958 | $1,507,953 | $1,429,328 | $1,238,172 |
| Long-term investments | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Fixed assets | $232,643 | $246,119 | $303,134 | $368,913 | $447,669 |
| Other long-term assets | $0 | $7,730 | $1,136,359 | $2 | $2 |
| Total long-term assets | $232,643 | $253,849 | $1,439,493 | $368,915 | $447,671 |
| Total assets | $2,209,861 | $2,962,807 | $2,947,446 | $1,798,243 | $1,685,843 |
| Liabilities | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 |
| Payables and accrued expenses | $149,470 | $176,591 | $189,038 | $183,783 | $168,166 |
| Other current liabilities | $261,288 | $193,281 | $192,653 | $65,725 | $148,974 |
| Total current liabilities | $410,758 | $369,872 | $381,691 | $249,508 | $317,140 |
| Debt | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Due to (from) affiliates | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Other long-term liabilities | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Total long-term liabilities | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Total liabilities | $410,758 | $369,872 | $381,691 | $249,508 | $317,140 |
| Net assets | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 |
| Without donor restrictions | $1,263,798 | $1,919,507 | $2,082,673 | $1,219,927 | $1,128,679 |
| With donor restrictions | $535,305 | $673,428 | $483,082 | $328,808 | $240,024 |
| Net assets | $1,799,103 | $2,592,935 | $2,565,755 | $1,548,735 | $1,368,703 |
| Revenues and expenses | |||||
| Revenue | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 |
| Total contributions | $1,245,678 | $1,412,442 | $2,426,254 | $1,107,473 | $1,014,122 |
| Program service revenue | $5,797,819 | $5,595,703 | $5,389,665 | $5,207,422 | $4,513,190 |
| Membership dues | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Investment income | $97,419 | $162,649 | $3,965 | ($7,912) | ($3,861) |
| Other revenue | $8,186 | $1,923 | $20,320 | ($26,141) | $25,641 |
| Total other revenue | $5,903,424 | $5,760,275 | $5,413,950 | $5,173,369 | $4,534,970 |
| Total revenue | $7,149,102 | $7,172,717 | $7,840,204 | $6,280,842 | $5,549,092 |
| Expenses | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 |
| Program services | $6,943,662 | $6,207,261 | $5,856,455 | $5,354,167 | $4,236,771 |
| Management and general | $799,996 | $758,841 | $672,626 | $600,784 | $557,872 |
| Fundraising | $199,276 | $179,435 | $294,103 | $145,859 | $153,054 |
| Total expenses | $7,942,934 | $7,145,537 | $6,823,184 | $6,100,810 | $4,947,697 |
| Change in net assets | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 |
| Surplus (deficit) | ($793,832) | $27,180 | $1,017,020 | $180,032 | $601,395 |
| Other changes in net assets | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Total change in net assets | ($793,832) | $27,180 | $1,017,020 | $180,032 | $601,395 |
Compensation
| Name | Title | Compensation |
| Weston Kurz | Executive Dir. | $110,000 |
Compensation data as of: 6/30/2025
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History
DCA was established in 1975 in Northern Colorado with the goal of providing a top-tier Christian education based on biblical principles. We are accredited by both ACSI and Cognia, and we are committed to partnering with Christian parents to educate and prepare students from Pre-K to 12th grade. We can assist your child in learning, growing, and thriving in a community that prioritizes academic excellence and spiritual development.