Mission
The National Center on Shaken Baby Syndrome (NCSBS) is a non-profit organization founded in 2000 dedicated to preventing shaken baby syndrome/abusive head trauma (SBS/AHT) and improving the overall care of infants. The NCSBS provides education, resources, and support to families, caregivers, and professionals involved in baby care, with the aim of keeping babies safe from harm.
Basic Information
Founded in
2000
EIN
87-0653452
Total Assets
$631 thousand
UN Sustainable Development Goals Supported
This organization contributes to the following United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. See the SDG page for more information.
At a Glance

Annual Conference on Abusive Head Trauma
The National Center hosts yearly conferences dedicated to discussing and educating about SBS/AHT.

PURPLE Crying Program
An evidence-based program designed to educate parents and caregivers about infant crying.

Research and Publications
NCSBS has published extensively on the effects of SBS/AHT and prevention strategies.
Impact Stats
Individuals Reached Annually
Over 1 Million Annual Reach
The NCSBS reaches over a million individuals with its resources and services every year.
Publications
700 Publications
SBS/AHT is well researched with over 700 publications in more than 100 peer-reviewed medical journals.
Education Programs Implemented
SBS Awareness and Education
Recognized for public education programs aimed at preventing shaken baby syndrome.
Upcoming Events

2024 Salt Lake City Conference
2024-06-01
An upcoming conference focusing on the latest research and prevention strategies for SBS/AHT.
Learn MoreOur Programs

Period of PURPLE Crying
A program designed to prevent SBS/AHT by educating caregivers about normal infant crying.
Learn MoreMIP Score (Beta)
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Overall Score
57
38
/100
Program Expense Ratio
78.02%
12
/20
Program Revenue Growth
-100.00%
2
/20
Leverage Ratio
0.2036
14
/20
Working Capital Ratio
0.5725
8
/20
Fundraising Efficiency
0
2
/20
Latest Filing Data: Form 990
Fiscal Year:2021
Source:Source: Self-reported by organization
Financial Details
Revenue
Category | Amount | Percentage |
---|---|---|
Contributions, Gifts, and Grants | 129.2K | 18.69% |
Program Services | 0 | 0.00% |
Investment Income | 47.15K | 6.82% |
Sales of Non-Inventory Assets | 4.447K | 0.64% |
Other Notable Sources | 0 | 0.00% |
Total Revenue | 691.5K | 100.00% |
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