MOPS International, Inc.

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Summary

Here at MOPS, we gather and support moms. We believe in the simple but revolutionary idea that remarkable things happen when moms come together. Our acronym stands for "Mothers of Preschoolers" because we began in 1973 when a group of moms with young children banded together to share their lives and parenting journeys. Over the past 48 years, MOPS has expanded our community to include moms with school-aged kids. In addition, we are partnering with churches and organizations worldwide to equip and encourage moms in more than 70 countries.


Contact information

Mailing address:
MOPS International, Inc.
2370 South Trenton Way
Denver, CO 80231-3822

Website: www.MOPS.org

Phone: 303-733-5353

Email: [email protected]


Organization details

EIN: 840925251

CEO/President: Mandy Arioto

Chairman: Catherine Penshorn, M.Ed.

Board size: 17

Founder: Trinity Baptist Church Women

Ruling year: 1981

Tax deductible: Yes

Fiscal year end: 06/30

Member of ECFA: Yes

Member of ECFA since: 1991


Purpose

MOPS International (Mothers of Preschoolers) ("MOPS") strives to reach out to all mothers of children under school age. MOPS intends to nurture every mother of preschoolers by meeting her distinct needs. This purpose is carried out in a variety of ways, including local MOPS groups, MOMSense resources, MOPS' books and products, and special events. MOPS believes in working with local Christian churches/parachurches to maximize ministry opportunities to God's Kingdom. MOPS programs are chartered in churches of many different denominations and Christian traditions, but all share the common desire to reach out with the gospel of Jesus Christ and to bring glory to God in everything.


Mission statement

MOPS International encourages and equips moms of young children to realize their potential as mothers, women and leaders, in relationship with Jesus, and in partnership with the local church.


Statement of faith

We believe:

The only true God, the sovereign Creator and Sustainer of all things, existing eternally in three persons: Father, Son and Holy Spirit (Deuteronomy 6: 45; Acts 17:2428; 2 Corinthians 13:14).

The divine inspiration, entire trustworthiness and authority of the Bible in faith and practice (2 Peter 1:2021; 2 Timothy 3:1617; Psalm 119:911, 105; 1 Thessalonians 2:13).

The full deity and humanity of Jesus Christ, who lived as a perfect example, who atoned for the sins of the world at the cross, who was bodily raised from the dead and ascended as both Lord and Savior, and who will return in power and glory in the fullness of time to judge the living and the dead, to consummate history and the eternal plan of God (John 1:1, 14; Colossians 2:9; Hebrews 4:15; Isaiah 53:36; Acts 4:1012; Matthew 26:6364; 2 Timothy 4:1).

The value and dignity of all humankind: originally created in God's image to live in love and holiness, but who became alienated from God and each other because of sin and guilt, and who are justly subject to the judgment of God (Genesis 1:2627; Colossians 1:21; John 12:4748).

The justification, by God's grace, of all who repent and put their faith in Jesus Christ for salvation (Ephesians 2:810; John 3:1617; Romans 4:45).

The present ministry of the Holy Spirit, by whose indwelling and transforming power the Christian is enabled to live out our new life and new calling to evangelism and discipleship of believers within the fellowship of the Church (John 16:7; 1 Corinthians 6:1920; Galatians 5:2223; Matthew 28:1820).

The spiritual unity of believers in our Lord Jesus Christ, with equality across racial, gender and class differences (John 17:2023; Revelation 5:9).

The passages of Scripture associated with each of the statements are not offered as proof texts; rather, they are intended to serve as a beginning place for further study.

All speakers on our annual curriculum have agreed to the MOPS Faith Position Statement and are aware of our Core Ministry Values. While we agree on the basics of faith, we acknowledge that speakers may have differing views on issues unrelated to salvation. Using speakers for our annual curriculum does not signify an endorsement by MOPS International.

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Financial efficiency ratings

Sector: Fellowship Evangelism

CategoryRatingOverall rankSector rank
Overall efficiency rating988 of 107630 of 31
Fund acquisition rating985 of 107730 of 31
Resource allocation rating995 of 107730 of 31
Asset utilization rating581 of 107619 of 31

Financial ratios

Funding ratiosSector median20212020201920182017
Return on fundraising efforts Return on fundraising efforts =
Fundraising expense /
Total contributions
7%33%39%33%37%33%
Fundraising cost ratio Fundraising cost ratio =
Fundraising expense /
Total revenue
5%12%7%6%5%5%
Contributions reliance Contributions reliance =
Total contributions /
Total revenue
86%35%18%20%14%16%
Fundraising expense ratio Fundraising expense ratio =
Fundraising expense /
Total expenses
6%12%7%6%5%6%
Other revenue reliance Other revenue reliance =
Total other revenue /
Total revenue
14%65%82%80%86%84%
 
Operating ratiosSector median20212020201920182017
Program expense ratio Program expense ratio =
Program services /
Total expenses
81%65%68%68%77%71%
Spending ratio Spending ratio =
Total expenses /
Total revenue
90%92%94%101%102%98%
Program output ratio Program output ratio =
Program services /
Total revenue
68%60%64%69%78%70%
Savings ratio Savings ratio =
Surplus (deficit) /
Total revenue
10%8%6%-1%-2%2%
Reserve accumulation rate Reserve accumulation rate =
Surplus (deficit) /
Net assets
13%13%16%-3%-4%6%
General and admin ratio General and admin ratio =
Management and general expense /
Total expenses
12%23%25%26%18%23%
 
Investing ratiosSector median20212020201920182017
Total asset turnover Total asset turnover =
Total expenses /
Total assets
0.970.831.181.291.090.96
Degree of long-term investment Degree of long-term investment =
Total assets /
Total current assets
1.411.691.822.162.491.99
Current asset turnover Current asset turnover =
Total expenses /
Total current assets
1.371.402.152.802.711.91
 
Liquidity ratiosSector median20212020201920182017
Current ratio Current ratio =
Total current assets /
Total current liabilities
11.132.791.621.211.221.05
Current liabilities ratio Current liabilities ratio =
Total current liabilities /
Total current assets
0.090.360.620.820.820.96
Liquid reserve level Liquid reserve level =
(Total current assets -
Total current liabilities) /
(Total expenses / 12)
7.405.492.130.750.790.27
 
Solvency ratiosSector median20212020201920182017
Liabilities ratio Liabilities ratio =
Total liabilities /
Total assets
7%47%51%56%56%63%
Debt ratio Debt ratio =
Debt /
Total assets
0%25%16%18%18%15%
Reserve coverage ratio Reserve coverage ratio =
Net assets /
Total expenses
80%64%41%34%41%38%

Financials

Balance sheet
 
Assets20212020201920182017
Cash$1,933,105$1,594,938$726,928$133,294$919,244
Receivables, inventories, prepaids$228,558$280,802$728,940$1,071,649$923,084
Short-term investments$290,330$271,005$273,356$337,654$542,811
Other current assets$0$0$0$0$0
Total current assets$2,451,993$2,146,745$1,729,224$1,542,597$2,385,139
Long-term investments$0$0$0$0$0
Fixed assets$1,690,300$1,763,429$2,007,569$2,287,596$2,363,046
Other long-term assets$0$0$3,642$8,655$5,154
Total long-term assets$1,690,300$1,763,429$2,011,211$2,296,251$2,368,200
Total assets$4,142,293$3,910,174$3,740,435$3,838,848$4,753,339
 
Liabilities20212020201920182017
Payables and accrued expenses$155,907$152,268$199,869$155,259$156,178
Other current liabilities$721,739$1,173,099$1,226,519$1,110,906$2,125,739
Total current liabilities$877,646$1,325,367$1,426,388$1,266,165$2,281,917
Debt$1,036,594$641,025$672,921$703,139$724,895
Due to (from) affiliates$0$0$0$0$0
Other long-term liabilities$31,259$39,155$5,553$175,000$0
Total long-term liabilities$1,067,853$680,180$678,474$878,139$724,895
Total liabilities$1,945,499$2,005,547$2,104,862$2,144,304$3,006,812
 
Net assets20212020201920182017
Without donor restrictions$2,078,857$1,802,423$1,526,351$1,605,272$1,672,251
With donor restrictions$117,937$102,204$109,222$89,272$74,276
Net assets$2,196,794$1,904,627$1,635,573$1,694,544$1,746,527
 
Revenues and expenses
 
Revenue20212020201920182017
Total contributions$1,310,085$874,389$936,971$588,610$765,507
Program service revenue$2,176,787$3,798,381$3,994,207$3,215,764$3,668,361
Membership dues$0$0$0$0$0
Investment income$10,628$21,198$11,529$14,674$24,991
Other revenue$227,211$227,580($145,228)$281,856$205,861
Total other revenue$2,414,626$4,047,159$3,860,508$3,512,294$3,899,213
Total revenue$3,724,711$4,921,548$4,797,479$4,100,904$4,664,720
 
Expenses20212020201920182017
Program services$2,224,502$3,129,823$3,289,608$3,213,643$3,253,936
Management and general$787,225$1,146,599$1,247,704$746,406$1,044,193
Fundraising$428,713$342,470$305,410$215,358$254,134
Total expenses$3,440,440$4,618,892$4,842,722$4,175,407$4,552,263
 
Change in net assets20212020201920182017
Surplus (deficit)$284,271$302,656($45,243)($74,503)$112,457
Other changes in net assets$0$0$0$0$0
Total change in net assets$284,271$302,656($45,243)($74,503)$112,457

Compensation

NameTitleCompensation
Mandy AriotoPresident/CEO$145,525
TJ RikliCOO$122,602

Compensation data as of: 3/31/2021


Response from ministry

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The information below was provided to MinistryWatch by the ministry itself. It was last updated 1/3/2023. To update the information below, please email: [email protected]


History

How did MOPS get started?
Well, thank you for asking. Here is our story.

Eight women. The number was small, but the need was great. They called themselves MOPS - Mothers of Preschoolers. The first MOPS meeting took place in February 1973 in Wheat Ridge, Colorado. For two hours, while their children received care, these mothers talked, laughed, ate, passed a basket for childcare expenses, had a craft demonstration and ended with a short devotional. In this humble beginning, the seeds of the MOPS concept and format were planted. Through friendship, creative outlets, and instruction, the women began to understand that "mothering matters." Today, the same needs for significance are met in much the same way in MOPS groups across the United States and around the world.

From the beginning, women in MOPS were not content to be spectators. Through MOPS, they found an opportunity to discover and cultivate their leadership gifts. As women moved around the country, they took the concept of MOPS with them, and new groups formed.

Growth began as word spread in churches, conventions, and magazine articles that explained this unique new program. Inquiries and requests for information became more frequent, and a handbook was printed. Office space moved from a desk in a family room to a rented office.

In 1981, MOPS established a Board of Directors and incorporated first as MOPS Outreach, and later as MOPS, Inc. As interest mushroomed, leadership training began. One hundred fifty women from five states gathered in 1982 for the first all-day MOPS leadership seminar.

In 1988, MOPS expanded beyond US borders and was renamed MOPS International, Inc. to reflect the international impact of the ministry. As MOPS grew, so did the need for a chartering process, additional resource materials, and a paid staff. The Board hired Elisa Morgan as the first president of the organization in 1989.

MOPS reached out to moms through the MOMSense newsletter (later MomSense magazine and Hello, Dearest magazine, now The MOPS Magazine) beginning in 1993. The newsletter joined the existing MOMSense radio program to help MOPS nurture every mother of preschoolers, whether or not she attended a MOPS group.

In 1995, MOPS formed a partnership with Zondervan Publishing House, further expanding its outreach to mothers through books. Also that year, MOPS established Teen MOPS groups for teenage mothers. MOPS became even more available to moms when it went online in 1997, and in 2000 when it created the MOPS to Mom Connection (now MOPS Membership) to bring additional resources directly to a mom's home. In 2004, MOPS International entered into a publishing relationship with Revell of Baker Publishing Group.

MOPS has come a long way over the years, and continues to adapt to meet the various needs of moms today.


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