Gather is located in Portsmouth, NH. The organization was established in 1943. 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, Gather employed 22 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Gather 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, Gather generated $5.2m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 7 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 29.4% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $4.7m during the year ending 06/2022. While expenses have increased by 30.1% 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.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2022
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
WE PROVIDE NUTRITIOUS FOOD THROUGH INNOVATIVE DISTRIBUTION PROGRAMS AND OUR PANTRY MARKET. WE OFFER NUTRITION EDUCATION AND RECIPES FOR HEALTHY LIVING. IN ADDITION, WE COLLABORATE WITH COMMUNITY PARTNERS TO ADDRESS THE ROOT CAUSES OF HUNGER.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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GATHER'S MEALS 4 KIDS (M4K) PROGRAM PROVIDES FREE FRESH AND NUTRITIOUS FOOD FOR CHILDREN AND TEENS IN OUR COMMUNITY. OUR M4K PROGRAM DISTRIBUTES 10 MEALS FOR EVERY CHILD PER WEEK DURING THE SUMMER AND ALSO DURING SCHOOL VACATIONS THROUGHOUT THE SCHOOL YEAR. GATHER'S PANTRY MARKET OFFERS 'OPEN SHOP AND HEALTHY OPTIONS. STAFF AND VOLUNTEERS ARE ALWAYS AVAILABLE TO ASSIST MEMBERS WITH SHOPPING NEEDS, BUT CUSTOMERS HAVE THE FREEDOM TO SHOP FOR WHAT THEY NEED AND WHAT THEY LIKE. AT GATHER, MEMBERS CAN VISIT OUR PANTRY MARKET ONCE A MONTH, AND CAN JOIN US DURING OUR OPEN HOURS ON FREE FRIDAYS. THE FOOD YOU RECEIVE IS A SUPPLEMENT AND SHOULD PROVIDE YOU WITH 7-10 DAYS WORTH OF FOOD. HOWEVER YOU WILL ALSO RECEIVE PERSONAL CARE ITEMS AND COOKING INGREDIENTS THAT MAY LAST FOR THE MONTH. GATHER STRIVES TO OFFER A VARIETY OF FRESH PRODUCE AND HEALTHY FOOD OPTIONS.THIS YEAR, 20 LOCAL FAMILIES WILL PARTICIPATE IN GATHER'S 4TH ANNUAL FARM SHARES 4 FAMILIES (CSA) PROGRAM. THROUGHOUT THE 18 TO 21-WEEK GROWING SEASON, EACH FAMILY WILL RECEIVE A WEEKLY SHARE OF FRESH AND NUTRITIOUS FRUITS AND VEGETABLES FROM WAKE ROBIN FARM IN STRATHAM, NH. ONE SHARE PROVIDES A FAMILY OF FOUR WITH INCREDIBLY FRESH, AND HIGHLY NUTRITIOUS FRUITS AND VEGETABLES EACH WEEK. EACH FAMILY WILL ALSO RECEIVE PANTRY STAPLES AND RECIPES TO HELP MAXIMIZE USE OF THE CSA SHARES (E.G., OLIVE OIL, SPICES, BEANS, RICE). MEALS 4 SENIORS IS A HOME DELIVERY PROGRAM CURRENTLY SERVING 40 SEACOAST-AREA SENIORS. DELIVERY OFFERINGS INCLUDE HEALTHY NON-PERISHABLE ITEMS, FRESH PRODUCE, MEAT, MILK, EGGS AND CHEESE ALONG WITH PERSONAL CARE ITEMS. GATHER CONTINUES TO EXPAND THIS PROGRAM TO REACH MORE SEACOAST- AREA SENIORS. PANTRY 2 TABLE. EACH WEEK, OUR FRESH RESCUE COORDINATOR PICKS THROUGH THE DONATED FOOD WE RECEIVE FROM THE COMMUNITY. SHE SELECTS THOSE ITEMS THAT ARE NEARING THE END OF THEIR SHELF LIFE AND COORDINATES WITH THE CHEF TO DESIGN A MENU OF MEALS USING THESE INGREDIENTS. TWICE EACH WEEK, WITH THE ASSISTANCE OF 4-6 COMMUNITY VOLUNTEERS, 250 MEALS ARE CREATED. THROUGH THIS RE-PURPOSING PROCESS, WE ARE ABLE TO EXTEND THE LIFE OF THIS NUTRITIOUS FOOD, ENSURE IT IS NOT WASTED AND CREATE INCREDIBLE HEALTHY MEALS FOR THE MOST VULNERABLE PERSONS IN OUR COMMUNITY.
Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
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Debra Anthony Executive Director | Officer | 30 | $101,468 |
Justin Jarvis President | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Christopher Shaw Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Rob Gibbons Vice President | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Shaun Mathews Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Margaret Witham Emeritus President | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Statement of Revenue | |
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Federated campaigns | $0 |
Membership dues | $0 |
Fundraising events | $797,994 |
Related organizations | $0 |
Government grants | $0 |
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $4,437,331 |
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $2,493,614 |
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $5,235,325 |
Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
Investment income | $57,194 |
Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
Royalties | $0 |
Net Rental Income | $0 |
Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
Net Income from Fundraising Events | -$115,200 |
Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
Total Revenue | $5,178,457 |
Statement of Expenses | |
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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. | $101,468 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $5,073 |
Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
Other salaries and wages | $867,672 |
Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
Other employee benefits | $44,836 |
Payroll taxes | $81,029 |
Fees for services: Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
Fees for services: Accounting | $9,000 |
Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
Fees for services: Investment Management | $20,180 |
Fees for services: Other | $18,000 |
Advertising and promotion | $3,380 |
Office expenses | $24,215 |
Information technology | $0 |
Royalties | $0 |
Occupancy | $82,361 |
Travel | $44 |
Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 |
Interest | $0 |
Payments to affiliates | $0 |
Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $35,416 |
Insurance | $28,974 |
All other expenses | $299,401 |
Total functional expenses | $4,725,237 |
Balance Sheet | |
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Cash—non-interest-bearing | $266,567 |
Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
Accounts receivable, net | $2,500 |
Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
Inventories for sale or use | $171,237 |
Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $3,365 |
Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $388,388 |
Investments—publicly traded securities | $2,458,792 |
Investments—other securities | $0 |
Investments—program-related | $0 |
Intangible assets | $0 |
Other assets | $80,653 |
Total assets | $3,371,502 |
Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $59,536 |
Grants payable | $0 |
Deferred revenue | $454,803 |
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 | $0 |
Other liabilities | $101,553 |
Total liabilities | $615,892 |
Net assets without donor restrictions | $2,674,957 |
Net assets with donor restrictions | $80,653 |
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 | $3,371,502 |
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 1 grants that Gather has recieved totaling $3,000.
Awarding Organization | Amount |
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Anne & Mike Ambrogi Family Foundation North Hampton, NH PURPOSE: PROGRAM SUPPORT | $3,000 |
Net Contributions | $174,337 |
Ending Balance | $174,337 |
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