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Upside Academy Inc

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aka Upside Academy, Inc.   |   Bakersfield, CA   |  https://upsideacademyinc.org/

Mission

Upside Academy, Inc. is a California non-profit 501(c) 3 corporation which provides opportunities for youth ages 12-18 to give their time and talent to improve their communities through volunteer and community service hours. Our non-profit focuses on providing volunteerism for local non-profit, schools and community projects in Kern County. Community services activities include: neighborhood clean-up, shelters, pantries, senior centers, community fundraisers, hospitals, animal shelters, tutoring, educational projects and special events.

Ruling year info

2020

Principal Officer

Mrs NaTesha Johnson

Main address

PO Box 6056

Bakersfield, CA 93386 USA

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EIN

82-2216332

NTEE code info

Youth Community Service Clubs (O51)

Food Service, Free Food Distribution Programs (K30)

IRS filing requirement

This organization is required to file an IRS Form 990-N.

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Communication

Programs and results

What we aim to solve

SOURCE: Self-reported by organization

The government can not single-handedly find remedey in curing the disparities in our society. It must be a joint effort with the nonprofit sector and members of the community. Each of us can make a difference in a small way, in our own sphere, and can find ways to help that will make our efforts worth the time and trouble we invest in them.

Our programs

SOURCE: Self-reported by organization

What are the organization's current programs, how do they measure success, and who do the programs serve?

Youth Activities and Enrichment Program (YAEP)

Upside Academy, Inc. offers support, education and enrichment activities designed to help youth build a sense of community, build skills and relationships through stewardship. Our activities are presented in a fun and safe environment with plenty of hands-on involvement. From setting up at events, concessions, customer, hospitality, social etiquette, cooking, agriculture, community projects and more.
Upside Academy, Inc. provides our youth with valuable employability skills through their volunteerism. These “real-world” job skills are transferable into the workforce. Our students are provided with the necessary coaching and supervision in these jobs, so that success guaranteed.

Population(s) Served
Children and youth
Economically disadvantaged people

Upside Academy, Inc. provides guidance and support services for youth pursuing higher education. We will empower youth to graduate high school, attend and graduate college, and achieve their goals. We will assist with the application process, cover college application fees and book supplies for those low-income youth.

Population(s) Served
Students
Economically disadvantaged people

This program has provides resources to hundreds of low-income families living primarily in east Bakersfield yearly. Families in attendance are provided with resources such as warm clothing, food, books, educational supplies, toys and bikes while enjoying in the Christmas festivities. This program has cumulatively served over 2,500 families over the last 6 years.

Population(s) Served
Families
Economically disadvantaged people

This program partners with Wing Stops of Bakersfield and Fatburger of Bakersfield to provide over 500 hundred turkey and food baskets to low-income families and individuals. This program has served over 1,700 families in over 4 years.

Population(s) Served
Families
Economically disadvantaged people

Upside Academy's Free Food Distribution Program distributes extra fruits, produce and food to hungry neighbors in need. Our food comes from the from The Emergency Food Assistance Program, administered by the USDA and distributed to qualified local agencies through Community Action Partnership of Kern.

Population(s) Served
Families
Economically disadvantaged people

Where we work

Our Sustainable Development Goals

SOURCE: Self-reported by organization

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Financials

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Operations

The people, governance practices, and partners that make the organization tick.

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Upside Academy Inc

Board of directors
as of 10/24/2022
SOURCE: Self-reported by organization
Board co-chair

NaTesha Johnson

Upside Productions

Term: 2017 -


Board co-chair

Mr. James Burton

James Burton Farmers Insurance

Term: 2018 -

Brenda Duenas

County of Kern

Tanae McCall

CSUB

Karla Wong

County of Kern

Gilbert LaRoque

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Marcus Johnson

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Michael Bowers

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LaCresha Lebron

Kern Regional Center