Ark-Tex Council Of Governments

Organization Overview

Ark-Tex Council Of Governments is located in Texarkana, TX. The organization was established in 1980. According to its NTEE Classification (W20) the organization is classified as: Government & Public Administration, under the broad grouping of Public & Societal Benefit and related organizations. As of 09/2021, Ark-Tex Council Of Governments employed 129 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Ark-Tex Council Of Governments 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 09/2021, Ark-Tex Council Of Governments generated $23.4m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 6 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 7.8% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $20.3m during the year ending 09/2021. While expenses have increased by 5.3% 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.

Since 2015, Ark-Tex Council Of Governments has awarded 40 individual grants totaling $768,199. If you would like to learn more about the grant giving history of this organization, scroll down to the grant profile section of this page.

Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing

TAX YEAR

2021

Describe the Organization's Mission:

Part 3 - Line 1

TO IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF LIFE OF THE ARK-TEX COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS AREA ON BEHALF OF ITS MEMBER GOVERNMENTAL ORGANIZATIONS BY PROVIDING A REGIONAL PERSPECTIVE ON INFORMATION AND PROBLEM SOLVING AND BY COORDINATING FUNDING, RESOURCES, PROGRAMS AND SERVICES.

Describe the Organization's Program Activity:

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HOUSING SERVICES - PROVIDES HOUSING RENTAL AND UTILITY ASSISTANCE FOR LOW INCOME FAMILIES


TRANSPORTATION PROGRAMS - PROGRAMS TO PROVIDE TRANSPORTATION TO MEDICAL APPOINTMENTS, GROCERY STORES, WORK OR SCHOOL FOR LOW INCOME INDIVIDUALS.


GENERAL GOVERNMENT - PROGRAMS TO ASSIST AND TRAIN LOCAL GOVERNMENT OFFICIALS IN OBTAINING INFORMATION AND PROBLEM SOLVING SKILLS NECESSARY TO IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF LIFE FOR THEIR CITIZENS


EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS - PROGRAMS TO ASSIST LOCAL GOVERNMENTS IN ESTABLISHING AND MAINTAINING 911 SERVICESENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY - PROGRAMS TO ASSIST LOCAL GOVERNMENTS WITH SOLID WASTE DISPOSAL PROGRAMSAGING SERVICES - PROGRAMS TO ASSIST INDIVIDUALS OVER THE AGE OF 60 WITH HOME HEALTH SERVICES, NUTRITIOUS MEALS, NUTRITION EDUCATION, HOME REPAIRS, LEGAL ASSISTANCE, MEDICATIONS, HELP AIDS, ADULT DAY CARE, AND OTHER APPROPRIATE SERVICES FOR OLDER AMERICANS.CRIMINAL JUSTICE - PROGRAMS TO ASSIST LOCAL LAW ENFORCEMENT AGENCIES WITH EQUIPMENT AND TRAINING NECESSARY TO AID IN LAW ENFORCEMENTHOMELAND SECURITY - PROGRAMS TO PREPARE LOCAL LAW ENFORCEMENT AGENCIES FOR TERRORISM AND OTHER SECURITY THREATS


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Board, Officers & Key Employees

Name (title)Compensation
Christopher Brown
Executive Director (ceo)
$123,763
Melinda Tickle
Finance Manager
$70,232
Ld Williamson
President
$0
Becky Wilbanks
Secretary
$0
Scott Lee
Treasurer
$0
Brian Lee
Vice President
$0

Outside Vendors & Contractors

Vendor Name (Service)Compensation
Sustainable Services
Weatherization Services
$756,546
Lamar County Human Resources
Senior Meals
$481,331
Senior Citizen's Services
Senior Meals
$684,668
Halff Associates
Professional Services- Flood Plan
$232,099
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Financial Statements

Statement of Revenue
Federated campaigns$0
Membership dues$60,694
Fundraising events$0
Related organizations$0
Government grants $20,429,637
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above$2,641,540
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f $0
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar$23,131,871
Total Program Service Revenue$69,334
Investment income $2,911
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 $23,353,427

Grants Awarded

Over the last fiscal year, Ark-Tex Council Of Governments has awarded $96,428 in support to 3 organizations.

Grant RecipientAmount

KILGORE COLLEGE

PURPOSE: POLICE TRAINING

$74,496

BOWIE COUNTY JUVENILE PROBATION DEPARTMENT

PURPOSE: JUVENILE DENTENTION SERVICES

$13,297

HOPKINS COUNTY

PURPOSE: JUVENILE COUNSELING SERVICES

$8,635
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Grants Recieved

Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 2 grants that Ark-Tex Council Of Governments has recieved totaling $30,836.

Awarding OrganizationAmount
Greater Houston Community Foundation

Houston, TX

PURPOSE: HUMAN SERVICES

$24,500
United Way Of Greater Texarkana

Texarkana, TX

PURPOSE: SUPPORTING PROGRAMS

$6,336
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