United Congregations Of Metroeast

Organization Overview

United Congregations Of Metroeast is located in Cahokia, IL. The organization was established in 2002. According to its NTEE Classification (X90) the organization is classified as: Interfaith Coalitions, under the broad grouping of Religion-Related and related organizations. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. United Congregations Of Metroeast is a 501(c)(3) and as such, is described as a "Charitable or Religous organization or a private foundation" by the IRS.

For the year ending 12/2020, United Congregations Of Metroeast generated $369.7k in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 5 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 20.5% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $72.7k during the year ending 12/2020. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.

Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing

TAX YEAR

2020

Describe the Organization's Mission:

Part 3 - Line 1

TO BE A POWERFUL ORGANIZATION COMMITTED TO COMBATING THE ROOT CAUSE OF SYSTEMIC INJUSTICE IN OUR REGION BY UNITING PEOPLE OF FAITH IN TRANSFORMING OUR COMMUNITIES.

Describe the Organization's Program Activity:

Part 3 - Line 4a

ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE AND RACISM - CAMPAIGN THAT FOCUSES ON ORGANIZING AROUND ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE ISSUES, PRIMARY COMPONENTS INCLUDE THE LEGISLATION TO BAN THE INCINERATION OF PFAS IN THE STATE OF IL THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE CLEAN JOBS AND EQUITY ACT (CEJA) AND THE ENGAGEMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL LEGISLATION AT THE FEDERAL LEVEL (BUILD BACK BETTER)


HOUSING EQUITY - AFFORDABLE HOUSING IN AFFLUENT SUBURBAN COMMUNITIES. CLEAN, SAFE AND FAIR HOUSING IN PUBLIC HOUSING PROJECTS IN THE CITY OF EAST ST. LOUIS IL. WORKING WITH MUNICIPALITIES TOWARDS THE EQUITABLE DISTRIBUTION OF COVID RELIEF FUNDING SO THAT COMMUNITIES AND BUSINESS OF COLOR HAVE ACCESS TO THE FUNDING AND THAT FUNDING REACHES COMMUNITIES MOST IMPACTED.


ORGANIZING FORMERLY INCARCERATED PEOPLE TO WORK FOR CHANGE IN BARRIERS TO FULL CITIZENSHIP RESTORATIO. THE END OF JUVENILE FEES AND FINES FOR YOUTH AND FAMILIES IMPACTED BY THE JUVENILE LEGAL SYSTEM. IMPLEMENTATION OF THE SAFE-T ACT THAT ENDED PRETRIAL BAIL AND BOND IN THE STATE OF IL


ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE AND RACISM - CAMPAIGN THAT FOCUSES ON ORGANIZING AROUND ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE ISSUES, PRIMARY COMPONENTS INCLUDE THE LEGISLATION TO BAN THE INCINERATION OF PFAS IN THE STATE OF IL THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE CLEAN JOBS AND EQUITY ACT (CEJA) AND THE ENGAGEMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL LEGISLATION AT THE FEDERAL LEVEL (BUILD BACK BETTER)


HOUSING EQUITY - AFFORDABLE HOUSING IN AFFLUENT SUBURBAN COMMUNITIES. CLEAN, SAFE AND FAIR HOUSING IN PUBLIC HOUSING PROJECTS IN THE CITY OF EAST ST. LOUIS IL. WORKING WITH MUNICIPALITIES TOWARDS THE EQUITABLE DISTRIBUTION OF COVID RELIEF FUNDING SO THAT COMMUNITIES AND BUSINESS OF COLOR HAVE ACCESS TO THE FUNDING AND THAT FUNDING REACHES COMMUNITIES MOST IMPACTED.


ORGANIZING FORMERLY INCARCERATED PEOPLE TO WORK FOR CHANGE IN BARRIERS TO FULL CITIZENSHIP RESTORATIO. THE END OF JUVENILE FEES AND FINES FOR YOUTH AND FAMILIES IMPACTED BY THE JUVENILE LEGAL SYSTEM. IMPLEMENTATION OF THE SAFE-T ACT THAT ENDED PRETRIAL BAIL AND BOND IN THE STATE OF IL


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Board, Officers & Key Employees

Name (title)Compensation
Cheryl Sommer
President
$0
Kevin James
Vice President
$0
Larry Evans
Secretary
$0
Francine Nicholson
Treasurer
$0
Norma Patterson
Board Member
$0
Mike Bedesky
Board Member
$0

Financial Statements

Statement of Revenue
Federated campaigns$0
Membership dues$3,650
Fundraising events$0
Related organizations$0
Government grants $0
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above$366,059
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f $0
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar$369,709
Total Program Service Revenue$0
Investment income $13
Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds $0
Royalties $0
Net Rental Income $0
Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales $0
Net Income from Fundraising Events $0
Net Income from Gaming Activities $0
Net Income from Sales of Inventory $0
Miscellaneous Revenue$0
Total Revenue $369,722

Grants Recieved

Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 5 grants that United Congregations Of Metroeast has recieved totaling $404,390.

Awarding OrganizationAmount
United States Energy Foundation

San Francisco, CA

PURPOSE: TO SUPPORT EDUCATION AND OUTREACH TO BUILD A CLEAN ENERGY FUTURE. TO SUPPORT THE ORGANIZATION'S UNANTICIPATED NEEDS.

$185,000
New Venture Fund

Washington, DC

PURPOSE: ENVIRONMENTAL PROGRAMS

$120,000
$73,390
St Louis Community Foundation Incorporated

St Louis, MO

PURPOSE: RELIGION/FAITH-BASED

$20,000
$6,000
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