The Jester & Pharley Phund is dedicated to engaging underserved and ill children through the joys of reading and laughter, empowering them with greater self-efficacy, resilience, compassion and hope for the future. Our programs are centered on the award-winning childrens book The Jester Has Lost His Jingle, written and illustrated by David Saltzman who died at 22 from cancer. His story, now in its 30th year of publication, inspires children to live up to The Jester & Pharleys motto: Its up to us to make a difference. Its up to us to care.
Reported officers (all unpaid)
No paid executives reported in 2023. The Jester & Pharley Phund reported 16 unpaid officers and board members on its 990.
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Private foundations whose Form 990-PF Part XV grants matched this organization.
Revenue and expenses over time
The Jester & Pharley Phund reported revenue and expenses across 2 filing years.
What Human Services executives earn in California
The Jester & Pharley Phund reported no executive compensation in its latest filing. For context, the highest-paid executive at a comparable human services organization in California earns a median of $101,781.
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What are The Jester & Pharley Phund's revenue and expenses?
In 2023, The Jester & Pharley Phund reported $218k in total revenue and $234k in total expenses on its IRS Form 990.
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