Community Matters Cincinnati Inc
- Assets
- $1.3m
- Revenue
- $1.4m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 17
- Location
- Cincinnati, OH
- Founding
- 10/2014
- Data as of
- 06/2022
- EIN
- 47-1191643
Organization Overview
Community Matters Cincinnati Inc, operating under the name Community Matters, is located in Cincinnati, OH. The organization was established in 2014. 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 06/2022, Community Matters employed 17 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Community Matters 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 06/2022, Community Matters generated $1.4m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 6 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 12.1% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $1.2m during the year ending 06/2022. While expenses have increased by 15.0% per year over the past 6 years. They've been increasing with an increasing level of total revenue. 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
2022
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
TO CREATE A THRIVING AND MORE JUST COMMUNITY BY REMOVING BARRIERS TO OPPORTUNITY.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
FAMILY SUSTAINABILITYWE BELIEVE THAT ALL FAMILIES SHOULD HAVE THE RESOURCES TO ACHIEVE THEIR GOALS. WITHIN THIS PILLAR OF OUR WORK, THE OPPORTUNITY HUB IS THE PRIMARY PROGRAM AND SERVES AS A PLACE WHERE FAMILIES CAN PARTNER WITH US AS THEY MOVE THEIR HOUSEHOLDS FROM CRISIS TO SUSTAINABILITY. THE OPPORTUNITY HUB INCLUDES THE COMMUNITY MARKET, A CHOICE FOOD PANTRY THAT ADDRESSES FOOD ACCESS IN OUR COMMUNITY. EACH YEAR, WE PARTNER WITH AROUND 600 FAMILIES, AND OVER 80% OF PARTNER FAMILIES DEMONSTRATE PROGRESS ON THEIR GOALS EACH YEAR.
RESIDENT LEADERSHIPTHE RESIDENT LEADERSHIP PILLAR INVESTS DIRECTLY IN RESIDENTS AS ORGANIZERS AND LEADERS OF COMMUNITY INITIATIVES. WITHIN THESE INITIATIVES AND ACROSS OUR ENTIRE ORGANIZATION, WE ARE COMMITTED TO EVALUATING EXISTING POWER STRUCTURES, ENGAGING WITH OUR COMMUNITY, AND COMPENSATING ALL PEOPLE FOR THEIR EXPERTISE AND TIME.THESE INITIATIVES INCLUDE THE WASHING WELL LAUNDROMAT, WHERE RESIDENT-LED STAFF ENSURES CONSISTENT ACCESS TO AFFORDABLE LAUNDRY; LPH COMMUNITY GARDENS, GREEN SPACES THAT BRING RESIDENTS TOGETHER TO ENGAGE IN THE ART OF GROWING FOOD; CLEAN & GREEN TEAM, A GROUP OF RESIDENTS WHO BEAUTIFY THE NEIGHBORHOOD; THE COLLECTIVE, A GROUP OF RESIDENTS WHO FACILITATE CREATIVE, COMMUNITY OPPORTUNITIES; NEIGHBORHOOD ACTION TEAM, A COALITION OF RESIDENTS WHO ORGANIZE COMMUNITY VOICE AND DEVELOP COMMUNITY INITIATIVES; AND JUSTICE LEAGUE, A YOUTH ACTIVISM AND LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM TARGETED TOWARDS TEENS AND YOUNG ADULTS.EACH YEAR, WE PARTNER WITH MORE THAN 100 NEIGHBORS ON IDENTIFYING COMMUNITY NEEDS, ORGANIZING RESIDENT VOICES, SUPPORTING LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT, AND LAUNCHING COMMUNITY INITIATIVES.
THRIVING COMMUNITYFINALLY, WE SEEK TO BUILD A LOWER PRICE HILL THAT IS AN AFFORDABLE AND VIBRANT PLACE FOR OUR NEIGHBORS TO LIVE. CURRENT INITIATIVES INCLUDE THE SANCTUARY, A COMMUNITY EVENT SPACE; AND LPH THRIVES, DEVELOPMENT OF AFFORDABLE HOUSING AND RESIDENT-OWNED BUSINESSES.MOST RECENTLY, IN PARTNERSHIP WITH OVER-THE-RHINE COMMUNITY HOUSING, THE LPH THRIVES PROGRAM BEGAN CONSTRUCTION ON 47 UNITS OF DEDICATED AFFORDABLE RENTAL HOUSING AND 3 STOREFRONT SPACES WITHIN THE COMMUNITY.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Doug Cushman Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Kevin Mullen Trustee - Exited 7/1/21 | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Scott Priestle Chair | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Cory Bultema Vice President - Exited 6/30/22 | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Reba Hennessey Trustee - Exited 6/30/22 | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Jennifer Fishwick Trustee | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $66,762 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $293,272 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $214,205 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $654,140 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $114,855 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $1,228,379 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $246,878 |
| Investment income | $2,903 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $19,781 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | -$108,408 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $1,389,647 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $261,592 |
| 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 | $451,558 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $11,848 |
| Other employee benefits | $61,724 |
| Payroll taxes | $37,807 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $6,794 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $35,229 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $10,750 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $86,858 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $132,253 |
| Travel | $1,126 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $2,648 |
| Interest | $5,552 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $39,320 |
| Insurance | $21,804 |
| All other expenses | $39,196 |
| Total functional expenses | $1,206,059 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $615,707 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $147,875 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $0 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $18,311 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $507,049 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $35,035 |
| Total assets | $1,323,977 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $26,343 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $29,010 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $93,733 |
| Other liabilities | $10,406 |
| Total liabilities | $159,492 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $788,775 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $375,710 |
| 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 | $1,323,977 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Community Matters Cincinnati Inc has awarded $261,592 in support to 4 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
EDUCATION MATTERS PURPOSE: Programs | $28,592 |
OVER THE RHINE COMMUNITY HOUSING PURPOSE: Thrives Project | $175,000 |
BLOC MINISTRIES PURPOSE: Special event co-share | $20,000 |
SANTA MARIA COMMUNITY SERVICESJOE WILLIAMS FAMILY CENTER PURPOSE: Special event co-share | $38,000 |