Lot Project Inc is located in Anderson, SC. The organization was established in 2010. According to its NTEE Classification (X99) the organization is classified as: Religion-Related N.E.C., under the broad grouping of Religion-Related and related organizations. As of 12/2023, Lot Project Inc employed 6 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Lot Project Inc 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 12/2023, Lot Project Inc generated $263.1k in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 8 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 10.6% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $328.8k during the year ending 12/2023. While expenses have increased by 15.8% per year over the past 8 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
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
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THE LOT SEEKS TO CULTIVATE INTENTIONAL RELATIONSHIPS WITH THOSE IN NEED, TO BUILD CONNECTIONS TO THE OPPORTUNITIES IN OUR COMMUNITY, AND TO SERVE OUR NEIGHBORS IN CREATIVE AND EMPOWERING WAYS.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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THE LOT. THE LOT PROGRAM PROVIDES FOOD, CLOTHING, HYGIENE ITEMS, BLANKETS, AND SHOES TO THOSE IN NEED. THE PROGRAM SERVES THOSE EXPERIENCING HOMELESSNESS, THE TRANSIENT POPULATION, AND THE "WORKING POOR". IN 2023, THE LOT PROGRAM DISTRIBUTED 10,016 MEALS, 16,375 ARTICLES OF CLOTHING ,AND SERVED OVER 1,200 UNIQUE INDIVIDUALS. WHERE WE HAVE EXCESS IN FOOD AND CLOTHING WE DISTRIBUTE SOME OF WHAT WE RECEIVE TO OTHER ORGANIZATIONS SERVING THE UNDER-RESOURCED MEMBERS OF OUR COMMUNITY.
VILLAGE HOMES: VILLAGE HOMES IS A TRANSITIONAL HOUSING PROGRAM CATERED FOR INDIVIDUALS WHO ARE TAKING A STEP TOWARD INDEPENDENCE WITHOUT BEING COMPLETELY ISOLATED. FOR 6-12 MONTHS AT A TIME PROGRAM PARTICIPANTS ARE PROVIDED AFFORDABLE AND ADEQUATE HOUSING AND OUR TEAM FACILITATES GOAL SETTING AND NEXT STEPS SO THE INDIVIDUAL IS PREPARED FOR A LIFE OF DIGNITY AND SELF-SUFFICIENCY. IN 2023 WE HOUSED TWO INDIVIDUALS WHO WERE ABLE TO COMPLETE THE PROGRAM AND ACCOMPLISH THEIR RESPECTIVE GOALS.
WEST MARKET MAKERS: THE WEST MARKET MAKERS PROGRAM EXISTS TO PROVIDE A CREATIVE PLATFORM FOR THE COMMUNITY AT LARGE TO BE INTRODUCED TO THOSE EXPERIENCING DEEP POVERTY. BOASTING A FULLY STOCKED ARTIST STUDIO AND WOODWORKING AREA, WE CURRENTLY HOST THREE WEEKLY EVENTS FOR ANYONE IN OUR COMMUNITY TO COME IN AND EXPRESS THEMSELVES CREATIVELY AND GET TO KNOW THEIR NEIGHBORS.
ARTISAN GARDENS: THE ARTISAN GARDENS PROGRAM PROVIDES ORGANIC PRODUCE AND COMMUNITY GATHERING SPACE FREE OF CHARGE TO THE "ALPHABET STREETS" COMMUNITY IN DOWNTOWN ANDERSON. WE CURRENTLY HAVE THREE GARDEN PLOTS WHERE WE USE RAISED BEDS, IN GROUND PATCHES, AND FRUIT TREES TO DISTRIBUTE HIGH QUALITY FOOD TO THE LOW INCOME, LOW ACCESS COMMUNITY IN THE AREA. WE ALSO HOST A WEEKLY COMMUNITY OUTREACH EVENT IN OUR GARDENS CATERED TOWARDS FAMILIES WITH CHILDREN. DURING THESE GATHERINGS WE PLAY GAMES, BUILD COMMUNITY, AND CONNECT THE NEIGHBORS WITH RESOURCES AVAILABLE TO THEM.
Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
---|---|---|---|
Wanda Evatt President | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Scott Benjamin Vice Preside | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Matt Shoup Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Bette Ann Braeutigam Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Art Klugh Member | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Stephanoe Jackson-Amell Member | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Statement of Revenue | |
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Federated campaigns | $0 |
Membership dues | $0 |
Fundraising events | $0 |
Related organizations | $0 |
Government grants | $0 |
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $218,455 |
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $79,173 |
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $218,455 |
Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
Investment income | $66 |
Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
Royalties | $0 |
Net Rental Income | $4,500 |
Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
Net Income from Fundraising Events | $33,703 |
Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
Total Revenue | $263,112 |
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. | $79,173 |
Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $36,227 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $12,678 |
Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
Other salaries and wages | $85,006 |
Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
Other employee benefits | $0 |
Payroll taxes | $9,140 |
Fees for services: Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
Fees for services: Accounting | $11,483 |
Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Other | $0 |
Advertising and promotion | $844 |
Office expenses | $0 |
Information technology | $0 |
Royalties | $0 |
Occupancy | $16,959 |
Travel | $1,302 |
Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 |
Interest | $2,303 |
Payments to affiliates | $0 |
Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $36,339 |
Insurance | $16,262 |
All other expenses | $0 |
Total functional expenses | $328,834 |
Balance Sheet | |
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Cash—non-interest-bearing | $61,015 |
Savings and temporary cash investments | $132,120 |
Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
Accounts receivable, net | $0 |
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 | $0 |
Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $576,025 |
Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
Investments—other securities | $0 |
Investments—program-related | $0 |
Intangible assets | $3,647 |
Other assets | $0 |
Total assets | $772,807 |
Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $5,234 |
Grants payable | $0 |
Deferred revenue | $0 |
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 | $178,750 |
Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
Other liabilities | $0 |
Total liabilities | $183,984 |
Net assets without donor restrictions | $528,487 |
Net assets with donor restrictions | $60,336 |
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 | $772,807 |