Word Of Life International Inc
- Assets
- $609.6k
- Revenue
- $3.0m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 12
- Location
- Bronx, NY
- Founding
- 05/2008
- Data as of
- 12/2021
- EIN
- 39-2063356
Organization Overview
Word Of Life International Inc is located in Bronx, NY. The organization was established in 2008. According to its NTEE Classification (P20) the organization is classified as: Human Service Organizations, under the broad grouping of Human Services and related organizations. As of 12/2021, Word Of Life International Inc employed 12 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Word Of Life International Inc 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 12/2021, Word Of Life International Inc generated $3.0m in total revenue. This represents a relatively dramatic decline in revenue. Over the past 7 years, the organization has seen revenues fall by an average of (7.3%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $2.8m during the year ending 12/2021. As we would expect to see with falling revenues, expenses have declined by (7.7%) per year over the past 7 years. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2021
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
THE MISSION OF WORD OF LIFE INTERNATIONAL, INC. (WOL) IS TO SUSTAIN LIVES AND EMPOWER COMMUNITIES BY PROVIDING SHORT AND LONG TERM SERVICES THAT FOSTER STABLE AND INDEPENDENT LIVES. WOL IS LOCATED IN THE BRONX, NEW YORK AND CURRENTLY RUNS MANY PROGRAMS THAT SERVE THE SOUTH BRONX COMMUNITY AND ITS SURROUNDING NEIGHBORHOODS. WOL PROVIDES SERVICES SUCH AS: FEED THE COMMUNITY FOOD PROGRAM, SENIOR WELLNESS PROGRAM, FITNESS CLASSES, EMERGENCY CLOTHING BANK, YOUTH ENRICHMENT MENTORSHIP PROGRAM, AFTER SCHOOL AND COLLEGE PREP PROGRAM, HOMELESS SERVICES, HOUSING ASSISTANCE AND COUNSELING, FOOD STAMP/WIC REFERRAL OUTREACH, SWEAT EQUITY/COMMUNITY SERVICE PROGRAM, JOB SCREENING AND REFERRAL, HIV/AIDS/HEPATITIS OUTREACH/SUBSTANCE ABUSE REFERRALS, HEALTH INSURANCE EDUCATION, IMMIGRATION SERVICES, NUTRITION TRAINING AND BLOOD PRESSURE MONITORING PROGRAM.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
FIGHT HUNGER IN BRONX NYC BY OPERATING A COMMUNITY FOOD PANTRY THAT PROVIDES FREE EMERGENCY FOOD; NUTRITION EDUCATION; AND COMMUNITY SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES. PROGRAM SERVICES STILL LIMITED AT ITS NEW LOCATION DUE TO CONSTRUCTION AND PENDING LEGAL ISSUES WITH LANDLORD
WORD OF LIFE PROVIDES NUTRITION EDUCATION TO 25-30 CLIENTS BI-MONTHLY. PARTICIPANTS ARE TAUGHT TO PREPARE NUTRITIONAL MEALS, SHOP INTELLIGENTLY, PARTICIPATE IN FARMERS' MARKET PROGRAM AND ADOPT HEALTHY LIFE STYLES.
WORD OF LIFE RUNS A YOUTH ENRICHMENT PROGRAM THAT PROVIDES YOUTH FROM MIDDLE SCHOOL TO COLLEGES THE OPPORTUNITY TO ENGAGE IN COMMUNITY SERVICE. THIS PROGRAM IS AIMED AT DEVELOPING LEADERSHIP SKILLS IN THEM AND SUPPORT YOUTH TO SPEND THEIR OUT OF SCHOOL TIME TO IMPACT COMMUNITY.
VACCINE EQUITY PARTNER ENGAGEMENT PROGRAM FROM NYC HEALTH DEPARTMENT BY WHICH WORD OF LIFE DID EXTENSIVE COMMUNITY OUTREACH TO REACH OUR COMMUNITY TO GET COVID -19 VACCINE TO SKEPTICAL AND HESITANT COMMUNITY MEMBERS.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
John Udo-Okon Executive Director | OfficerTrustee | 40 | $28,880 |
Felicia Udo-Okon Secretary | Officer | 40 | $24,422 |
Godson Agbodo Board Member | Trustee | 5 | $0 |
Bismark Asiedu Chairman | Trustee | 5 | $0 |
Roselyn Ephraim Treasurer | Trustee | 5 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $0 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $2,973,550 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $2,973,550 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $0 |
| 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 | $2,973,550 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $158,381 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $0 |
| Payroll taxes | $11,916 |
| Fees for services: Management | $67,958 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $7,150 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $0 |
| Advertising and promotion | $33,781 |
| Office expenses | $33,452 |
| Information technology | $73,478 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $117,135 |
| Travel | $73,717 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $22,269 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $53,922 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $29,495 |
| Insurance | $22,500 |
| All other expenses | $57,173 |
| Total functional expenses | $2,814,854 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $95,606 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $0 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $411,239 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $18,896 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $83,870 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $609,611 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $108,344 |
| Grants payable | $79,855 |
| Deferred revenue | $0 |
| Tax-exempt bond liabilities | $0 |
| Escrow or custodial account liability | $0 |
| Loans and other payables to any current Officer, Director, or Controlling Person | $0 |
| Secured mortgages and notes payable | $150,000 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $0 |
| Total liabilities | $338,199 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $271,412 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $0 |
| Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds | $0 |
| Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, building, or equipment fund | $0 |
| Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds | $0 |
| Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $609,611 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 3 grants that Word Of Life International Inc has recieved totaling $217,430.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Feed The Children Inc Oklahoma City, OK PURPOSE: NECESSITIES FOR NEEDY CHILDREN & FAMILIES | $187,430 |
The New Yankee Stadium Community Benefits Fund Inc Bronx, NY PURPOSE: FUNDING FOR THE ORGANIZATION'S PURPOSE | $15,000 |
Federation Of Protestant Welfare Agencies Inc New York, NY PURPOSE: VACCINE PROGRAM OUTREACH COHORT 1- 1/2 GRANT | $15,000 |
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