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PBA FOUNDATION

SCOTTSDALE, AZ · EIN 860875110 · Form 990 · FY2020 · NTEE T30 · Philanthropy & Grantmaking · Medium ($1M-$10M) · probeauty.org
revenue
$1.8M
expenses
$1.7M
net assets
$522K
employees
0
volunteers
10
program ratio
99%
filing since
2020
mission · from form 990

PBA FOUNDATION SUPPORTS CHARITABLE INITIATIVES AND THE HISTORICAL (CONT'D ON SCH O) PRESERVATION OF THE BEAUTY INDUSTRY.

profile · synthesized from sources

The Professional Beauty Association (PBA) is the largest organization dedicated to supporting beauty industry professionals across North America. It provides resources, advocacy, and educational opportunities, including scholarships for students and licensed professionals. PBA aims to foster career growth and equity within the beauty sector.

irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2020

what they reported doing

Program narrative the organization filed with the IRS. Ordered by program spending.

  1. #1 primary $107K
    DISASTER RELIEF - TO ASSIST SALON PROFESSIONALS IN REBUILDING THEIR LIVES FOLLOWING THE DEVASTATION OF A NATURAL DISASTER. IN 2020, WE DISBURSED $100,250 TO AID 135 BEAUTY PROFESSIONALS IN THEIR RECOVERY FROM THE NASHVILLE TORNADO, HURRICANE LAURA, FLORIDA FLOODING AND THE CALIFORNIA WILDFIRES. FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE VISIT THE WEBSITE HTTPS://PROBEAUTY.ORG/DRF.
  2. #2 $25K
    SCHOLARSHIPS - WE OFFERED FOUR EDUCATIONAL SCHOLARSHIP OFFERINGS: LIFETIME MEMBER & KENDALL ONG MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FOR MEMBER CONTINUING EDUCATION, AND THE MINERVA AND ROSY SALON SOFTWARE SCHOLARSHIPS FOR STUDENT TUITION. THE REUBEN CARRANZA LEADERSHIP SCHOLARSHIP PROVIDES LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT TRAINING TO AWARDED PROFESSIONAL BEAUTY ASSOCIATION STAFF. TIMING OF THE APPLICATION PROCESS AND AWARD DATES VARY AND CROSS FISCAL YEARS. IN 2020 WE GAVE SCHOLARSHIPS TO 22 RECIPIENTS.
named programs · 3 · from sources

what they call their work

Milady RISE Scholarship
Provides financial assistance to students and licensed professionals in beauty and wellness fields.
NAHA (North American Hairstyling Awards)
Annual awards celebrating artistry and innovation in the beauty industry.
Shaping Futures
Offers scholarships and mentorship to cosmetology students enrolled in accredited programs.
activities · 21

what they do

direct service · 15
  • Manages a Disaster Relief Fund that assists salon professionals in rebuilding their lives after natural disasters, having raised nearly $2 million and supported thousands of professionals.
  • Operates a Disaster Relief Fund that provides financial assistance to salon professionals to help them rebuild their lives after natural disasters, having raised almost $2 million and assisted thousands of professionals.
  • Domestic Violence Awareness Program (CUT IT OUT) Youth Domestic Violence Prevention Education
    Operates CUT IT OUT®, a program that raises awareness of domestic abuse by providing materials for salons and training salon/spa professionals and students to recognize warning signs and refer clients to resources.
  • Domestic Violence Awareness and Training (CUT IT OUT®) Youth Domestic Violence Prevention Education
    Operates the CUT IT OUT® program, which raises awareness of domestic abuse by providing materials for salons and training salon/spa professionals and students to recognize warning signs and refer clients to resources.
  • Runs the Future Leaders program for individuals in mid to upper-level management roles within the beauty industry's manufacturing, distribution, and corporate sectors, organizing in-person events for networking and community building among its members.
  • Introduced the Industry Icon Award to honor leaders in the beauty industry, with Sydney Berry as the inaugural honoree.
  • Industry Networking and Leadership Events Beauty Industry Networking & Trade Events
    Hosts various events such as "Community Check-Ins," "Mentorship Circle" webinars, and the Executive Summit to facilitate networking, leadership discussions, and career advice among beauty professionals and industry leaders.
  • Industry Networking and Leadership Events Beauty Industry Networking & Trade Events
    Organizes various events such as "Community Check-Ins," "Mentorship Circle" webinars, and the Executive Summit to foster networking, collaboration, and leadership development among beauty professionals and industry leaders.
  • North American Hairstyling Awards (NAHA) Beauty Industry Awards & Recognition
    Operates the North American Hairstyling Awards (NAHA), an annual event running for over 35 years, to honor creators and recognize excellence in the beauty industry.
  • North American Hairstyling Awards (NAHA) Beauty Industry Awards & Recognition
    Operates the North American Hairstyling Awards (NAHA) to honor creators in the beauty industry, an event that has been running for over 35 years, including announcing finalists and presenting awards like the Industry Icon Award.
  • Professional Education and Training Professional Certification Support Programs
    Provides year-round virtual and in-person educational opportunities, including expert-led virtual classes, on-demand content, and discounts to industry events, covering technical expertise, financial literacy, and other relevant topics for beauty professionals.
  • Awards various scholarships totaling $77,500 to cosmetology students and licensed professionals for pursuing licenses, continuing education, and accredited programs, including specific scholarships for PBA members and MY SALON Suite members.
  • Awards various scholarships totaling $77,500 to cosmetology students and licensed professionals for accredited programs, continuing education, and specific member groups like MY SALON Suite members.
  • Organizes major trade shows such as Premiere (in Anaheim, Orlando, San Antonio, and Columbus) and Cosmoprof North America, which are leading B2B beauty exhibitions featuring education, competitions, trend discussions, and networking opportunities.
  • Organizes and hosts large industry trade shows such as Premiere trade shows in multiple cities and Cosmoprof North America, which are leading B2B beauty exhibitions designed to facilitate education, competitions, trend discussions, networking, and new relationships within the industry.
advocacy · 1
  • Advocacy for FICA Tax Tip Credit Arizona Tax Credit Donation Program
    Supports and secured the 45B FICA Tax Tip Credit, providing tax relief on tipped income for salon, spa, and barbershop owners.
research · 2
  • Beauty Industry Research
    Conducts the "Pro Beauty Pulse" monthly survey in partnership with Pivot Point International to gather and share real-time data on the beauty industry with the professional community.
  • Beauty Industry Research and Data Collection Beauty Industry Networking & Trade Events
    Launches and conducts the "Pro Beauty Pulse" in partnership with Pivot Point International, a monthly survey to gather real-time data on the beauty industry for sharing with the professional beauty community.
capacity building · 3
  • Operates the Beacon Program, an elite program for beauty students that provides career insights from beauty influencers and networking opportunities with salon owners across the United States.
  • Offers the Beacon Program, an elite program for students that provides career insights from beauty influencers and networking opportunities with salon owners across the United States, and selects participants for this program.
  • Operates the Beacon Program, an elite program for beauty students that offers career insights from beauty influencers and networking opportunities with salon owners across the United States.
strategies · 9

how they think

Theories of action extracted from this org's own source material. Click any approach shared with other orgs to see the full field.

  • Advancing education through scholarships scholarship_program unique to this org
    The organization promotes continuous learning and professional advancement within the beauty industry by offering scholarships to both students entering the field and licensed professionals seeking further education.
  • Community Building and Collaboration community building unique to this org
    The organization fosters a sense of community and collaboration among beauty professionals and businesses through networking opportunities, shared insights, and events, aiming to strengthen the industry as a whole.
  • Connecting Industry Professionals and Facilitating Collaboration fostering_collaboration unique to this org
    The organization actively builds connections and fosters collaboration within the beauty industry through events, community building, and information sharing. This strategy aims to strengthen the industry by creating spaces for shared insights, progress, and networking among professionals.
  • Fostering Professional Growth and Development through Resources and Community professional_development unique to this org
    The organization provides a membership model that offers networking opportunities, resources, and discounts to salon and spa professionals. This approach aims to foster success, growth, knowledge, and career development by bridging the gap between different segments of the beauty industry and providing access to essential tools and information.
  • Fostering professional development and industry growth through community and resources professional_development unique to this org
    The organization believes that by providing a supportive community, networking opportunities, educational resources, and practical business tools, it can bridge gaps within the beauty industry, foster career development, and ultimately redefine industry standards.
  • Professional Development and Career Advancement professional development unique to this org
    The organization provides education, resources, and networking opportunities to a diverse audience within the beauty industry, including students, licensed professionals, and business owners, to foster knowledge, career development, and growth.
  • Provision of Business Resources and Support resource provision unique to this org
    The organization equips members with essential business resources, including lists of preferred service providers, templates, and insights, to help them manage and grow their professional lives and businesses.
  • Supporting Industry Education through Scholarships scholarship_program unique to this org
    The organization offers scholarships to both students in professional beauty schools and licensed professionals seeking continuing education. This mechanism aims to support ongoing learning and skill development within the beauty industry.
  • Supporting professional well-being through preferred resource providers resource_provision unique to this org
    The organization enhances the professional lives of its members by curating and providing access to a list of preferred key resource providers, including legal, financial, and HR experts, to help them manage various aspects of their professional lives.
financials · form 990 · fy2020

the money

revenue
Total revenue$1.79M
Contributions & grants$1.79M100%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$101
expenses
Total expenses$1.74M
Program expenses99%
Admin / overhead1%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$1.67M
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$538K
Cash$509K
Investments$0
Liabilities$16K
Net assets$522K
Liquid reserves3.5 mo
1 years on record · 2020–2020
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2020

who runs it

paid leadership · 2
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
STEVE SLEEPER EXEC. DIR/SECRETARY 1 $273K
STEVEN WILKERSON CFO 1 $220K
board members · 6
  • BETH HICKEY — DIRECTOR
  • CYNTHIA HEISER — VICE CHAIR
  • MARCIA BIRD — DIRECTOR
  • RACHEL JUD — CHAIR
  • STEVE NEUMAIER — TREASURER
  • SUSANNA DISOTTO — DIRECTOR (THRU 7/2020)
relationships · 44

who they work with

  • 3Jay Productions Partner — Jalia Pettis, Visionary of 3Jay Productions, serves as the Vice Chair of the Future Leaders Task Force.
  • ASPASIE Partner — Partner for the PBA Executive Summit.
  • Associated Hair Professionals (AHP) Partner — Provides professional liability insurance, business tools, and education for beauty professionals.
  • Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP) Partner — Provides professional liability insurance, business tools, and education for beauty professionals.
  • Beauty & Bodywork Insurance Partner — Provides affordable liability insurance for beauty and bodywork professionals, including spa and salon owners.
  • Boulevard Partner — Partner for the PBA Executive Summit.
  • Cole Wealth Management Partner — Offers guidance on financial, business, and retirement planning, investments, and life insurance.
  • DEPOT Partner — Partner for the PBA Executive Summit.
  • Donna Bella Hair Partner — Collaborates on education content, specifically "Color Extensions in Vivid Custom Shades".
  • Dyson Partner — Partner for the PBA Executive Summit.
  • Goldwell Partner — Partner for the PBA Executive Summit.
  • HAIRTOSTAY Partner — HAIRTOSTAY is a national nonprofit dedicated to helping low-income cancer patients afford scalp-cooling technology.
  • Hairtalk Partner — Collaborates on education content, specifically "Color Extensions in Vivid Custom Shades".
  • Health Direct Partner — Offers flexible health benefits, including telemedicine subscriptions, Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) plans, and deductible-based health plans.
  • IDIQ Partner — Provides financial wellness tools, identity theft protection, legal support, and debt resolution resources to beauty professionals and businesses.
  • Insurance Canopy Partner — Provides beauty and cosmetics product liability insurance.
  • JCPenney Partner — Presenting sponsor for the PBA NAHA awards, bringing national visibility and support for beauty professionals.
  • Joseph L. Weir Trust Funder — Supports the virtual education library.
  • Keratin Complex Partner — Zoe Hyams, Senior Vice President, Marketing & Public Relations at Keratin Complex, serves as the Chair of the Future Leaders Task Force.
  • L'Oréal Partner — Partner for the PBA Executive Summit.
  • Look Good Feel Better Partner — Look Good Feel Better is a national and global charity dedicated to improving the appearance, confidence, and self-esteem of individuals undergoing cancer treatment.
  • L’Oreal Partner — Dessirae Sands, Assistant Vice President, Education at L’Oreal, is a member of the Future Leaders Task Force.
  • MY SALON Suite Funder — Funds the MY SALON Suite Student Scholarships managed by PBA/PBA Charities.
  • Market Defense Partner — Aimee Gonzalez, Director of Business Development at Market Defense, is a member of the Future Leaders Task Force.
  • MarketDefense Partner — Partner for the PBA Executive Summit.
  • Milady Funder — Funds the Milady RISE scholarships administered by the Professional Beauty Association Foundation.
  • Minerva Beauty Partner — Partner for the PBA Executive Summit.
  • Modern Salon Partner — Partner for the PBA Executive Summit.
  • Moroccanoil Funder — Funds the Moroccanoil scholarships managed by PBA/PBA Charities.
  • Moroccanoil Partner — Partner for the PBA Executive Summit.
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