Smart Bus Inc
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Smart Bus Inc is a nonprofit organization focused on youth organizing that aims to advance educational equity, emotional wellness, and community empowerment for underserved youth and families. With an operating budget of $73.3K and total revenue of $187.9K for the 2024 filing year, the organization delivers culturally responsive, trauma-informed programs through mobile outreach, school partnerships, and seasonal initiatives like summer camps. Smart Bus Inc does not rely on a single funder for 50% or more of its revenue, allowing it to maintain diverse support for its mission. For more information, visit smartbus4kids.com.
Mission Statement
S.M.A.R.T BUS is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing educational equity emotional wellness and community empowerment for underserved youth and families. Our primary purpose is to deliver culturally responsive trauma-informed programs that close academic achievement gaps and promote holistic development. We achieve this by offering hands-on learning experiencesincluding STEAM education creative arts and therapeutic servicesthrough mobile outreach school partnerships and seasonal programs such as summer camps. In addition we develop multimedia educational content and community-based projects that raise awareness about social issues such as domestic violence human trafficking and historical preservation. Through these efforts S.M.A.R.T BUS empowers children supports families in crisis and collaborates with schools and community stakeholders to build a more just and informed society
Cause Areas
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Youth organizing
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Charity Verification Snapshot
IRS EO Business Master File Status
Listed as tax-exempt
IRS Pub 78 Status
Eligible for tax-deductible gifts
IRS Revocation Status
Not in Automatic Revocation of Exemption List
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Funder
Total Funding
Funding Share
JOHN REX ENDOWMENT
$9.9M
2%

NORTH CAROLINA HUMANITIES COUNCIL
$373.9K
5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Smart Bus Inc’s budget?
In 2024, Smart Bus Inc reported an annual operating budget of around $73 thousand. More detailed financial information is available to registered users.
What causes does Smart Bus Inc support?
Smart Bus Inc supports work in Youth organizing.
Where does Smart Bus Inc operate?
Smart Bus Inc is headquartered in Raleigh, NC.
Who funded Smart Bus Inc recently?
In 2024, Smart Bus Inc received grants from JOHN REX ENDOWMENT, NORTH CAROLINA HUMANITIES COUNCIL, and JOHN REX ENDOWMENT. More information on this organization’s funders is available to registered users.
What is the largest grant Smart Bus Inc received in 2024?
The largest grant to Smart Bus Inc in 2024 exceeds $150 thousand.
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