Carden is a Classical, non-denominational Christian school that educates children pre-k through 8th grade. Carden also trains and educates teachers using the Carden methods, Classical materials, and training that supports patriotism and character development. Cardens mission is to help children find joy by improving the mind, developing the heart, and lifting others.
Executive compensation
Form 990 · Part VII & Schedule J · 2 reported individuals · Filing year 2024
Percentile bands compare each position's total pay with the same role at Education organizations nationwide.
| Position | Total |
|---|---|
Trustee Board Member 75th to 90th percentile | $102k $109k |
Board Chair Median to 75th percentile | $59k $63k |
Teal figures restate each filed amount in 2026 dollars.
Estimated with BLS CPI-U for the West region, restating filed pay into May 2026 dollars. A restatement of past pay, not current or projected pay.
Plus 3 unpaid individuals.
Top pay as a share of expenses
In 2024, the highest total compensation at CARDEN MEMORIAL FOUNDATION equaled 3% of the organization's total expenses. The median for education organizations is 7%.
Based on 26,320 education organizations, each measured at its most recent filing year with reported expenses and compensation.
Funded by
Private foundations whose Form 990-PF Part XV grants matched this organization.
Up 3%
from 2023
From $99k in 2023 to $102k in 2024.
Estimated with BLS CPI-U for the West region, restating filed pay into May 2026 dollars. A restatement of past pay, not current or projected pay.
Board Member pay rose 3% from 2023 to 2024, while revenue rose 9%.
- Board Chair pay fell 13% from 2023 to 2024.
Pay for the position itself, not any one person. The officeholder may have changed between 2023 and 2024.
Among peers
Revenue and top compensation, plotted against similar organizations. This organization is highlighted in cyan.
Common questions about CARDEN MEMORIAL FOUNDATION
What does the Board Member of CARDEN MEMORIAL FOUNDATION earn?
In 2024, the Board Member of CARDEN MEMORIAL FOUNDATION received $102,300 in total compensation. This pay is in the top quarter for Board Member roles among Education organizations nationwide, though not the top 10% of comparable filings. Based on IRS Form 990 data.
How does Board Member pay at CARDEN MEMORIAL FOUNDATION compare with similar nonprofits?
Compared with the same role at Education organizations nationwide, the 2024 pay of the Board Member at CARDEN MEMORIAL FOUNDATION falls between the 75th and 90th percentiles. In 2024, the highest total compensation at CARDEN MEMORIAL FOUNDATION equaled 3% of the organization's total expenses. The median for education organizations is 7%.
What are CARDEN MEMORIAL FOUNDATION's revenue and expenses?
In 2024, CARDEN MEMORIAL FOUNDATION reported $4.4M in total revenue and $3.5M in total expenses on its IRS Form 990.
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