formerly East Metro Women’s Council Annual Report FINANCIAL STATEMENTS Dear Friends & Supporters: 2012 BOARD OF DIRECTORS Julie Ralston Aoki* Kathryn Ahlgren Brekke Matthew Arthur* Bonnie Bassett* Manya Johnson Molly Jungbauer Corrine Kroehler Nancy Mueller, Chair Jane Nicholson Nancy Rustad, Past Chair Faye Sharpe Bill Smith, Treasurer Claudia Swendseid, Vice Chair John Tengwall David Wagner, Secretary Jessica Zupfer *Rotated off board in 2012 After nearly 25 years of service to the community, East Metro Women’s Council has changed its name to Solid Ground. This exciting change was approved by the Board of Directors in December of 2012 and was made to better convey our work of helping families build strong foundations and move forward in their lives. So, what does it mean to have a strong foundation? A strong foundation means that children attend school and are ready to learn. Solid Ground directed additional resources in 2012 to support on-site preschool activities and partnerships with early childhood learning providers in the community. The attention our volunteer tutors provide not only helps our students work at grade level, it also teaches them that school is important. The time that children and youth spend at Solid Ground is a turning point in their lives, where they realize that they can succeed and that learning is fun! A strong foundation means good mental, chemical and physical health. That’s why Solid Ground provided weekly Dialectical Behavior Therapy groups to help our residents learn to manage their emotions and use healthy coping skills, despite all of the trauma they’ve experienced. It’s also why we offered nationally recognized parenting education programs that help parents understand child development and the importance of routine and consistency in a loving environment; something that’s often been missing because of all of the transition families have been through. A strong foundation means the ability to support yourself and your family. That’s why Solid Ground implemented a new Employment Mentor program in 2012 that uses skilled volunteers to provide guidance and support to our job seekers, and to show our parents that someone believes in them and their success. And lastly, a strong foundation means having a safe, affordable place to live. That’s why Solid Ground launched the HomeSafe program in late 2012, a new partnership with Tubman and St. Andrew’s Community Resource Center to move families quickly out of shelter and into housing in suburban Ramsey and Washington County. All of these programs and services are possible because of your generosity. Like a construction crew that helps rebuild a home’s foundation, you are part of the crew that lifts families up and helps them build the strong foundation they need for long-term stability and success. On behalf of the Board of Directors, staff and residents, thank you for helping our families find solid ground! Nancy Mueller Chair of the Board of Directors 2 0 0 STATEMENTS OF FINANCIAL POSITION Assets Current Assets Property and Equipment Other Assets Total Assets 12/31/2012 12/31/2011 $1,002,864 $20,620 $46,980 $1,070,464 $1,032,444 $31,786 $40,512 $1,104,742 Liabilities and Net Assets Current Liabilities Unrestricted net assets Temporarily restricted net assets Total Liabilities and Net Assets $40,606 $730,882 $ 298,976 $1,070,464 $38,028 $808,369 $258,345 $1,104,742 2012 2011 $261,290 $282,234 $265,097 $76,037 $31,746 $39,982 $27,260 $983,646 $232,680 $346,650 $253,914 $79,173 $19,059 $46,717 $83,363 $1,061,556 $907,195 $25,232 $88,075 $1,020,502 $910,830 $23,934 $117,283 $1,052,047 ($36,856) $9,509 STATEMENTS OF ACTIVITIES Revenue and Support Contributions Corporate and Foundation Grants Service Contracts United Way Support Program Services and Other Investment Income In-kind Contributions Total Revenue and Support Expenses Program Services Management and General Fundraising Total Expenses Change in Net Assets Revenue United Way Support 8% Management and General 2% Other 10% Service Contracts 27% Fundraising 11% Expenses Contributions 29% Corporate and Foundation Grants 26% Program Services 87% 2012 SERVICE STATISTICS 4 Housing Programs: • East Metro Place transitional housing • East Metro Place II permanent supportive housing • Home Again scattered-site housing • HomeSafe scattered-site housing 280 children and adults housed 77% of residents were people of color 60% of families were from Ramsey County 34% were from Washington County 41% of children were ages 5 and under OUR MISSION: to prevent and end homelessness for families with children through housing, resources and opportunity. Trisha Cummins Kauffman Executive Director 3 HOUSING Laquana’s Story Laquana is the mother of 3 boys. After her husband moved out of their home, she was still making ends meet, until one day when her oldest son was attacked on the way to school. To get her family out of harm’s way, Laquana knew she had to move, even though it meant giving up a good job. Laquana and her sons spent some time living with family, but that only lasted so long. She was working two part-time jobs and they were homeless. That’s when she found Solid Ground. “The Home Again program helped me to pay my rent while I worked to move ahead with my life. Pam, my Family Advocate, supported me. “Now, I work full-time close to my home. I have a car. I’m able to pay my own rent. I can pay my bills on my own. My boys are doing well in school…. Solid Ground was there for me when I needed them, and I hope to be able to give back some day. When somebody helps you, you help somebody else. It’s a circle.” 4 78% In 2012, of families secured permanent housing upon their exit from Solid Ground housing. Six months later, 88% still retain their housing. 5 SUPPORT FOR PARENTS Janaine’s Story Janaine is 24 years old and the mother of 4 small children. She ran away from home when she was 16 to flee abuse and over the next 7 years was homeless 5 different times. Janaine and her kids moved into East Metro Place transitional housing in May 2012. Janaine has completed budgeting, tenant training, computer workshops, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and parenting classes. She also recently completed her GED, is working 30 hours per week at her new job, and is taking her first classes towards a degree in culinary arts. 67% In 2012, of adults who were enrolled in an education or job training program completed or actively made progress in that program. 81% of adults achieved budgeting goals and 79% achieved parenting goals 6 Janaine is proud of all she has accomplished, and is excited to continue moving forward. In her words “I’m doing this not just for myself, but also for my kids. I want them to see that even though it isn’t always easy, that you can do it. I want to see my kids go down the right path and finish school and go to college. I’m working hard, and it’s all coming together.” 7 SUPPORT FOR KIDS The Next Generation Research has shown that housing instability is a primary factor in poor school performance. To help the children at East Metro Place perform at grade level, Solid Ground offers the Learning & Enrichment Program, an after-school tutoring program for K-8th grade students. In 2012, over 90 volunteers provided 1,317 hours of tutoring to our students. Although the primary focus of tutoring is to help children improve their reading and math skills, the impact of the program is much greater. The consistency, attention and warmth that a tutor shows the students helps children know that there are kind and helpful adults in the community who care about them and their success. From completing their homework to improving their grades to being named “Student of the Month,” our kids are accomplishing great things! With the stability of Solid Ground housing, and the support from their tutors and the community, our kids can break they cycle of homelessness and poverty for the next generation. 88 In 2012, 89% of children had regular school attendance. 98% of residents were involved in the community. 9 VOLUNTEERS 2012 GIVING CIRCLE Volunteers are vital to Solid Ground and the families we serve, and we are thankful to have such a great group of volunteers supporting us! Solid Ground recognized Todd Williams as the 2012 Volunteer of the Year for his outstanding service. In his 5 years of volunteering with Solid Ground, he has served as our “handyman”: assembling beds and cribs for residents, repairing and moving furniture, and doing maintenance projects both for residents and in the office. This year Todd helped with a major overhaul of our donations room, building a new shelving system to help with storage. We want to thank Todd and all of the volunteers who make our programs possible. You make a difference in the lives of the children and families of Solid Ground! 5 year commitment at $1,000+ annually Anonymous Julie & John Appert Mary & Steve Bolton Barbara Dacy Mary Jo Deters & Mark Johnson Bev & Fletcher Driscoll Helen Duritsa & Curtis Sloan Cynthia Frane & Amy Gower Barbara & Dennis Frederick Mary & Louis Hauser Ray & Alice Hunder Ruth & Ed Jones Trisha & Ken Kauffman (matching gift by Nuveen Investments) Laurie & Jonathan Kigner Crist & Norma Langelett Kathryn & Michael Lien Sarah Meek & Eric Swanson Nancy & Terry Mueller Jerilynn & Gordon Ommen Katy & Mike Roelofs Nancy & Mark Rustad Claudia Swendseid Bill Voedisch & Laurie Carlson BREAKFAST SPONSORS Business Wears, Inc. Dedicated Logistics, Inc Duffy Development Company, Inc. Steve Goranson Video, Inc. NewStudio Architecture Rebecca & Mark Shavlik Carol & Mark Stehly Trade Press, Inc. ORGANIZATIONS ORGANIZATIONS In 2012, 871 volunteers provided 7,616 hours of service to Solid Ground. 10 2012 Volunteer of the Year Todd Williams 3M Foundation 4 Seasons Restaurant Alkire Family Foundation Alliant Techsystems Allina Health System American Legion #507 Ameriprise Financial Andersen Corporate Foundation Fred C. & Katherine B. Andersen Foundation Hugh J. Andersen Foundation The Next Generation Fund of the Hugh J. Andersen Foundation Bald Eagle Women’s Club Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Minnesota Boyum & Barenscheer, PLLP Bremer Bank Patrick & Aimee Butler Family Foundation Casey Albert T O’Neil Foundation Catholic Community Foundation Central Bank Christ the King Lutheran Church 2012 DONORS A special thanks to all of our contributors. Your gifts are greatly appreciated! Church of St. Pius X The Ron and Kathy Colby Family Foundation Comcast Foundation Deluxe Corporation Foundation Donatelli’s Ecolab, Inc Edina Realty Foundation Edina Realty White Bear Lake F.R. Bigelow Foundation Fashion Eyes Fidelity Charitable Gift Fund First Presbyterian Church of Stillwater First Presbyterian Church of White Bear Lake Frazer Automotive Service Fresh Alternatives, Inc. Friday Study Club Go Buy Local Greater Twin Cities United Way Hardwood Creek Farm The James Hartzell Family Foundation Incarnation Lutheran Church Key’s Cafe in White Bear Lake Land O’Lakes Foundation Mahtomedi Senior High School Mardag Foundation Metro Sales Incorporated Minnesota Department of Human Services Minnsota Insurance Agency Marilyn L. & James M. Muellner Family Charitable Fund NewStudio Architecture Northwest Area Foundation Nuveen Investment Holdings Our Saviors Lutheran Church of Stillwater Piper Jaffray Matching Gifts Program Carl and Eloise Pohlad Family Foundation Ramsey County Human Services Resurrection Lutheran Church RSI Insurance Saint John’s Church of Little Canada St. Jude of the Lake St. Mary of the Lake Catholic Church The Saint Paul Foundation Sauer Children’s Renew Foundation Schwab Charitable Fund Shar’els Cafe Sheltering Arms Foundation Target Target Foundation TCF Foundation Thrivent Financial for Lutherans Tubman Family Alliance United Presbyterian Women The United Way of Greater Atlanta The United Way of Metropolitan Dallas, Inc. United Way of the Greater Triangle United Way of Washington County East United Way Mile High The UPS Store - White Bear Lake US Bancorp Foundation US Dept of Housing & Urban Development VMware Foundation H.E. & Helen Warren Foundation Washington County Community Services Washington Square Dental Wells Fargo Community Support Campaign White Bear Center for the Arts White Bear Lake High School White Bear Lake United Methodist Church White Bear Unitarian Universalist Church White Bear Lake Women’s Club Wildwood Lions Club Women of the E.L.C.A. First Lutheran Church Xcel Energy Foundation The Zephyr Charitable Foundation Inc. 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Mike Lundberg Joe Lunders Jessica Lundquist Joan Lundquist Jordan Lutz Janet Lyk Kevin Lyk Lynnae Lynch Sherry Macklin Mahtomedi High School Jamie Mair Leau Mair Luke Mair Deb Makousky Katie MaKousky Ann Makwitz Rachel Martell Melissa Martyr-Wagner Rob Masloski Sue Maurer Alexis McCarty Colleen McCormick Bridget McDonald Monica McDonald Polly McGlauflin Jackson Mcgough Samantha McIntosh Jackie McKenzie Julie McKenzie Amanda McNaughton Marisa Merritt Sam Metzger April Meyer Ben Meyer Kim Meyer Joanna Mielina Karla Miller Montana Miller Christina Minter Alan Mitchell Barb Mitchell Shari Mitchell Minnesota Sudden Infant Death Center Judy Moe Chelsie Moore Laura Moore Anya Moradian Deb Morey Joe Morey Kevin Morey Michael Morey Rachel Moritko Catricia Morris Nancy Mueller Terry Mueller Kelly Murray Jennifer Nafarian Tressa Naylor Andrea Nazarian Jacob Nazarian Jennifer Nazarian Jessica Narzarian Joshua Narzarian Alyssa Nelson Brennan Nelson Carol Nelson Cindy Nelson Joan Nelson Kayla Nelson Troy Nelson Abby Nemo Jane Nicholson John Nickson Mike Nielsen Vanessa Nielsen Maggie Nister Stephanie Noonan Northwest Area Foundation Ellie Nothrop Amie Odahl Thomas Odahl Colleen O’Keefe Carol Olig Allie Olson Benn Olson Hannah Olson Julie Olson Maija Olson Morgan Olson Ryan Olson Sarah Olson Our Savior’s Lutheran Church of Stillwater Chris Page Miaken Pantos Amy Patraw Amy Pattock Emma Pattock Bobbi Pazzeli Abby Persoon Emma Persoon Julie Persoon Nic Persoon Ben Peterson Cherlene Peterson Deborah Peterson Jaci Peterson Erin Petty Duke Pieper Marissa Pilney Mike Polnaszek Stephanie Ponticas Tori Popham Jacob Prasch Karen Prasch Janet Pribble Heidi Priestley Debbie Prince Mark Probasco Nancy Probasco Stina Pugh Jaime Purdie Bennett Putnam David Putnam Cory Quinlan Joshua Ragner Laura Ragner Hema Ramaswamy Jim Ramberg Sydney Rapp Redeemer Lutheran Church Doug Reimer Lauren Reimes Robin Renneke Dave Reschetz Resurrection Lutheran Church Fastino Reyees Katie Reyes Paige Reynolds Alaina Rhodes Erin Richards Anita Riley John Riley Nathaniel Robinson Mike Roelofs Su Rogness Kathy Rose Laren Rose Michelle Rose Dave Rosenbrook Gail Rosenbrook Dylan Roy Matilda Rupp Nancy Rustad Amber Rutherford Joe Rybak Maggie Rydlund Mari Salamanca Anna Salo Charlie Sampair Laurie Sampair Sandy Sampair Conrad Sampair Sam Sanchez Gloria Sandberg Chris Sauter Nikki Sauter Heidi Schahn Josie Schahn Dave Schindler Peter Schmid Joe Schmidt Judy Schmidt Karin Schmidt Kendra Schmidt Joe Schmitt Jane Schroeher Mark Schultz Beth Schultz-Smith Alexandria Schumacher Matt Schwartz Nick Schwartz Jessie Self Laura Senst Anna Servatius Faye Sharpe Steve Shaw David Sheaffer Angela Sheppard Karen Sherburne Dan Shoemaker Jeff Shoemaker Joseph Shoemaker Ben Siers Kailyn Singh Gladys Skjerseth Vickie Slagle Lynn Smaagaard Bill Smith Dan Smith Kathy Smith Kaye Smith Kelly Smith Luke Smith Sarah Smith Carlitto Snell Ellie Sobczak Kayleigh Sommerfeldt Tim Sommerfeldt Bonnie Sommerville Kara Somora Wendell Spence Dean Sperry Mary Springer Brian Sprouse Saint Andrew’s Lutheran Church St. John in the Wilderness St. Jude of the Lake Catholic Church St. Genevieve Catholic Church St. Mary of the Lake Catholic Church Carol Stehly Lisa Steinberg Rachel Steinberg Emily Stepon Debbie Stevens Eric Stevens Karin Stevens Rachel Stevens Ben Stoddart Jane Stonehouse Sarah Storvick Ann Strickler Mary Strube Summer Stretch & Summer Blast Latia Sundin Hallie Svir Barb Swalinkavich Claudia Swendseid Taylor Tabois Traci Tapani Jocelynn Tatum Elbrewlon Zach Taylor John Tengwall Lori Tessler Shauna Tessler Timothy Thao Think Small Jacqueline Thomas Nicholas Thomas Betsy Thompson Kalli Thompson Nate Toso Jacques Tougignant Macy Tran Sara Trautz Bonnie Treacy Brian Treacy Matt Treacy Renee Turner Dana Tweit Alyssa Vail Conner Vail Kristi Vail Kristina Van Huesen George Vanderhaar Bao Vang Kai Vang Liza Vinyon Max Vinyon Mila Vinyon Nichole Virgin George Von Drashek Anna Vukelich David Wagner Jeffery Wahl Kevin Walker Mike Wallace Sandy Wallace Allison Wang Jackson Ward Kristie Ward Nick Ward Hannah Watson Barb Weflen Harry Weflen Jeff Weiss Nicholas Weiss Wells Fargo Foundation Minnesota Courney Westveer Bruce Wheeler Dawn Wheeler Marriane Whitaker Melanie Whitcomb Wendy White White Bear Lake Area High School White Bear Lake Early Childhood Family Education White Bear Lake Women of Today White Bear Unitarian Universalist Church Peter Whitney Darson Wiege Matt Wiege Emily Wieneke Kimberly Wieneke Andra Wikman Connie Wikman Melissa Wikman Tia Wilcek Joyce Wilhelmy Darla Williams Todd Williams Alison Wills Chelle Winczeuski Winifred Tegge Jennifer Witt Elizabeth Wolf Jennifer Wolf Susan Wolsfeld Woodbury United Methodist Church Tiffany Woolcott Emily Wrobel Karen Wyffev Sydney Wyffev Linda Xiong Xuezeng Yang Katelyn Yapp Richard Yapp Angel Yarusso Rachel Yarusso Michelle York Neal Yang Sun Young-Lee Lanette Zaiger Kathleen Zajac Tyler Zappa Andrew Zenneke Hannah Zenneke Jody Zenneke Jessica 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