Christian Outreach Center Of Baton Rouge Inc
- Assets
- $523.5k
- Revenue
- $5.3m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 85
- Location
- Baton Rouge, LA
- Founding
- 06/2004
- Data as of
- 12/2023
- EIN
- 30-0123976
Organization Overview
Christian Outreach Center Of Baton Rouge Inc is located in Baton Rouge, LA. The organization was established in 2004. According to its NTEE Classification (F20) the organization is classified as: Substance Abuse Dependency, Prevention & Treatment, under the broad grouping of Mental Health & Crisis Intervention and related organizations. As of 12/2023, Christian Outreach Center Of Baton Rouge Inc employed 85 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Christian Outreach Center Of Baton Rouge 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, Christian Outreach Center Of Baton Rouge Inc generated $5.3m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 9 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 14.5% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $5.5m during the year ending 12/2023. While expenses have increased by 15.0% per year over the past 9 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:
Part 3 - Line 1
WE ARE A CHRIST-CENTERED HOMELESS INTERVENTION MINISTRY IN BATON ROUGE. ESSENTIALLY, OUR ORGANIZATION IS FOCUSED ON SELF-SUFFICIENCY AND RESTORED DIGNITY THROUGH EMPLOYMENT.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
OUR THRIFT STORES (THE PURPLE COW - THRIFTED LIVING) PROVIDE THE VERY BEST, GENTLY-USED ITEMS (CLOTHING, HOUSEWARES, HOME DECOR, ACCESSORIES, SHOES, BOOKS, FURNITURE, SCHOOL UNIFORMS, ETC.) AT PRICES UP TO 80% OFF RETAIL. THIS PROVIDES AN ESSENTIAL SERVICE TO LOW INCOME FAMILIES. IN ADDITION, WE REGULARLY PROVIDE A NUMBER OF CLOTHING VOUCHERS FOR THE HOMELESS, BOTH DIRECTLY AND VIA CLIENT REFERRALS FROM OUR VARIOUS PARTNERS. WE ALSO DONATE GIFT CARDS TO OUR VARIOUS NONPROFIT PARTNERS TO GIVE TO THEIR CLIENTS. WE CURRENTLY OPERATE THREE THRIFT STORES IN BATON ROUGE WITH THE GOAL OF OPENING MORE STORES AND CREATING WORKFORCE TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES.
ESSENTIAL AND SUSTAINABILTY SERVICES FOR THE HOMELESS: WE PROVIDE BASIC "TRIAGE" SERVICES FOR THE HOMELESS, SUCH AS: FOOD BAGS, HYGIENE KITS, CLOTHING, BUS TICKETS, ID'S, BIRTH CERTIFICATES, ASSISTANCE WITH UTILITIES AND HOUSING. WE PROVIDE THESE SERVICES OVER 1,000 TIMES A MONTH FOR OUR CLIENTS. REFERRALS ARE RECEIVED FROM VARIOUS ORGANIZATIONS IN THE DOWNTOWN BATON ROUGE AREA. SUSTAINABILITY SERVICES ARE ALSO PROVIDED AND INCLUDE JOB READINESS TRAINING, JOB SEARCH ASSISTANCE, AND EMPLOYEE CASE MANAGEMENT. CLASSES FOCUS ON THOSE EXPERIENCING HOMELESSNESS AND LIVING IN POVERTY, AND THOSE IN THE ALICE POPULATION. THERE IS A PRISON REENTRY PILOT CALLED 'HANDUP' THAT FOCUSES ON RETURNING CITIZENS WITH A MODERATE TO HIGH RISK OF RECIDIVISM.
GROCERY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM - DISTRIBUTE FRESH MEAT, PRODUCE, AND OTHER ESSENTIAL FOOD STAPLES TO FOOD INSECURE HOUSEHOLDS IN POVERTY-STRICKEN AREAS AROUND BATON ROUGE. THIS IS A PARTNERSHIP WITH THE GREATER BATON ROUGE FOOD BANK AND IS PART OF THE USDA'S EMERGENCY FOOD ASSISTANCE PROGRAM. THE ITEMS ARE DELIVERED TO 'HUBS' WHERE THEY ARE THEN DISTRIBUTED VIA FOOD DELIVERY SERVICE TO RECIPIENT HOUSEHOLDS. THE RECIPIENTS ARE THEN INVITED TO TAKE OUR JOB READINESS AND FINANCIAL EDUCATION CLASSES WITH THE GOAL OF IMPROVING THEIR EMPLOYMENT AND FINANCIAL SITUATION.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Rev Gerrit Dawson President | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Nick Cagley Director | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Greg Cotter Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Deborah Todd Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Summer Dann Vice-President | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Edward Baker Director | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| 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 | $2,881,377 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $2,548,899 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $2,881,377 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $0 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $3,168 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $2,348,756 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $5,338,987 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| 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. | $139,951 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $13,995 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $1,292,151 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $13,164 |
| Payroll taxes | $98,850 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $33,216 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $87,673 |
| Advertising and promotion | $175,548 |
| Office expenses | $2,564 |
| Information technology | $33,449 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $670,473 |
| Travel | $16,787 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 |
| Interest | $4,015 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $25,136 |
| Insurance | $140,570 |
| All other expenses | $125,696 |
| Total functional expenses | $5,500,115 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $264,469 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| 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 | $247,443 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $11,627 |
| Total assets | $523,539 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $20,210 |
| 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 | $37,920 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $168,049 |
| Total liabilities | $226,179 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $0 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $0 |
| 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 | $297,360 |
| Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $523,539 |