United Methodist Neighborhood Centers Inc

Organization Overview

United Methodist Neighborhood Centers Inc, operating under the name The Bethlehem Center Of Chattanooga, is located in Chattanooga, TN. The organization was established in 1976. According to its NTEE Classification (P28) the organization is classified as: Neighborhood Centers, under the broad grouping of Human Services and related organizations. As of 12/2021, Bethlehem Center Of Chattanooga employed 38 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Bethlehem Center Of Chattanooga 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, Bethlehem Center Of Chattanooga generated $1.7m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 7 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 18.4% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $1.8m during the year ending 12/2021. While expenses have increased by 19.2% per year over the past 7 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.

Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing

TAX YEAR

2021

Describe the Organization's Mission:

Part 3 - Line 1

OUR MISSION IS TO EMPOWER CHILDREN THROUGH SPIRITUAL DEVELOPMENT,DISCIPLESHIP, AND LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT.

Describe the Organization's Program Activity:

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COMMUNITY OUTREACH - DIRECT SOCIAL SERVICE SUPPORT THAT HELPS FAMILIES ACHIEVE STABILITY THROUGH COACHING AND PERSONAL SUPPORT TO ACHIEVE EDUCATION, EMPLOYMENT, HOUSING, AND HEALTH GOALS AS WELL AS ACCESS TO LIFE'S BASICS.


READ TO LEAD ACADEMY - READ TO LEAD AFTER SCHOOL ACADEMY IS A FLAGSHIP PROGRAM SERVING 85 PARTICIPANTS AFTER SCHOOL FROM SEPTEMBER UNTIL MAY. THIS PROGRAM PROVIDES A SAFE HAVEN AND "SECOND HOME" FOR STUDENTS DURING THE YEAR WHERE THEY EXPERIENCE TRANSFORMATIVE CULTURAL ENRICHMENT THROUGH EDUCATION, CHARACTER AND LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT, ECONOMIC EMPOWERMENT, AND FAITH.


LUKE 10:25 - HISTORICALLY THE CENTER MANAGES A FUND INSPIRED BY THE BIBLICAL STORY OF THE GOOD SAMARITAN, THE LUKE 10:25-37 FUND, WHICH HELPS WITH EMERGENCY CIRCUMSTANCES BY ASSISTING INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES IN NEED. THE SUPPORT IS PROVIDED VIA TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE AND DOES NOT INVOLVE A DIRECT EXCHANGE OF CURRENCY TO THE INDIVIDUALS. ALL RECIPIENTS ARE PROPERLY VETTED AND ACTION TAKEN MUST BE APPROVED BY THE EXECUTIVE BOARD OF THE BETHLEHEM CENTER.


BETHLEHEM SPORTS - THE BETHLEHEM CENTER HAS A LONG-STANDING HISTORY OF PROVIDING COMMUNITY YOUTH SPORTS PROGRAMS TO ENGAGE THE YOUNG PEOPLE OF OUR COMMUNITY WITH ACTIVITIES THAT CHANNEL YOUTHFUL ENERGY TOWARD POSITIVE ENDS.BOYS TO MEN - CREATED IN 1993 AS INDEPENDENT YOUTH SERVICES FOUNDATION, A YOUTH BASKETBALL CLUB THAT SERVED YOUTH FROM ALL OVER THE CHATTANOOGA REGION. IN THE YEAR 2001, IYSF, INC. SHIFTED ITS SERVICE MODEL FOCUS TO MALE MENTORING, PRIMARILY STRESSING PERSONAL AND SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT WITH EDUCATIONAL ATTAINMENT. ISYF MERGED WITH UMNCI IN 2019 AND BECAME BOYS TO MEN @ THE BETH, A MALE MENTORING MODEL.FARM AND MARKET - THE MISSION OF THE ALTON PARK COMMUNITY URBAN FARM & MARKET IS TO CREATE A SUSTAINABLE URBAN FARM AND COMMUNAL GATHERING SPACE AROUND FOOD THAT EMPOWERS THE COMMUNITY THROUGH HEALTH EDUCATION, FOOD ACCESS, AND ECONOMIC EMPOWERMENT.IMPACT 1! - THE GOAL OF IMPACT1! IS TO HELP PARTICIPANTS DISCOVER THEIR INNATE STRENGTHS AND CAPABILITIES AND TO HELP THEM CHART A SUCCESSFUL COURSE IN LIFE. THE PARTICIPANTS RECEIVE FAITH-BASED SUCCESS STRATEGY TRAINING COUPLED WITH CONSTRUCTION SKILLS TRAINING, CAPPED OFF WITH A CELEBRATION IN WHICH THE GRADUATES RECEIVE RECOGNITION AND CERTIFICATION. IMPACT 1! PROVIDES TRAINING AND MENTORING THROUGH PROFESSIONAL WORK PROJECTS. THOSE WHO GRADUATE FROM THE PROGRAM LEARN ADDITIONAL SKILLS AS THEY ENGAGE IN REMODELING, RESIDENTIAL FENCING, CREATING DECKS, PORCHES, RAMPS, ROOFING, AND MORE.NEHEMIAH PROJECT - BACKPACK AND SCHOOL SUPPLY MINISTRY ACCOMPLISHED IN PARTNERSHIP WITH ELEVEN TITLE I SCHOOLS, CORPORATIONS, LOCAL CHURCHES, AND NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATIONS. THESE BACKPACKS ARE DISTRIBUTED TO CHILDREN OF THE FOLLOWING TITLE I SCHOOLS: HARDY; BESS T. SHEPHERD; CALVIN DONALDSON; CLIFTON HILLS; EAST LAKE; EAST RIDGE; EAST SIDE; HILLCREST; HIXSON; ORCHARD KNOB; AND WOODMORE.


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Board, Officers & Key Employees

Name (title)Compensation
Reginald F Smith II
Executive Director
$94,825
Laura Grody
Chairperson Emeritus
$0
Buddy Presley
Treasurer
$0
Claire Lee Overmyer
Chairperson Emeritus
$0
Becky Hall
Chairperson Emeritus
$0
Lindsey Gallaher
Chairperson
$0

Financial Statements

Statement of Revenue
Federated campaigns$0
Membership dues$0
Fundraising events$31,175
Related organizations$0
Government grants $262,078
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above$1,344,006
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f $0
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar$1,637,259
Total Program Service Revenue$1,678
Investment income $0
Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds $0
Royalties $0
Net Rental Income $21,900
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 $1,660,837

Grants Recieved

Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 11 grants that United Methodist Neighborhood Centers Inc has recieved totaling $691,140.

Awarding OrganizationAmount
Chattanooga Christian Community Foundation

Chattanooga, TN

PURPOSE: IN FURTHERANCE OF FOUNDATION'S PURPOSES

$552,640
Howard Fund

Chattanooga, TN

PURPOSE: CHARITY

$50,000
Community Foundation Of Greater Chattanooga Inc

Chattanooga, TN

PURPOSE: $25,000 FOR THE GOOD SAMARITAN (LUKE 10:25) FUND AND $2,500 FOR STAFF SUPPORT

$27,500
Community Foundation Of Greater Chattanooga Inc

Chattanooga, TN

PURPOSE: GENERAL OPERATIONS

$15,000
Community Foundation Of Greater Chattanooga Inc

Chattanooga, TN

PURPOSE: UNRESTRICTED

$8,000
Community Foundation Of Greater Chattanooga Inc

Chattanooga, TN

PURPOSE: AFTER SCHOOL LITERACY PROGRAMS AND COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT

$7,500
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