Communities First is located in Saint Louis, MO. The organization was established in 2013. 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 12/2023, Communities First employed 10 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Communities First 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, Communities First generated $616.2k in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 5 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 65.7% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $588.3k during the year ending 12/2023. While expenses have increased by 56.6% per year over the past 5 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
OUR MISSION IS TO FACILITATE PATHWAYS OUT OF POVERTY AND TO PROMOTE JUSTICE AND EQUITY FOR NOW AND FUTURE GENERATIONS. OUR PRIMARY ACTIVITIES INCLUDE YOUTH SUPPORTIVE SERVICES RENTAL UTILITY AND EVICTION RELIEF SERVICES AND HOMELESS OUTREACH.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
PROVIDED RENTAL AND UTILITY ASSISTANCE AND CASE MANAGEMENT SERVICES FOR 340 HOUSEHOLDS
PROVIDED SUPPORTS AND SERVICES TO HELP KEEP YOUTH SAFE TO PROMOTE HEALING TO REDUCE VIOLENCE AND TO BUILD RESILIENCY. SERVICES PROVIDED INCLUDED REMEDIATION TUTORING STEAM TRAUMA-INFORMED GROUP MEETINGS AND INDIVIDUAL COUNSELING PARENTING EDUCATION SPORTS AND RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES TO 60 YOUTH. SPECIAL OUTREACH EVENTS SERVING OVER 2000 YOUTH
Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
---|---|---|---|
Aaron Gardner Chair | Trustee | 3 | $0 |
Stella Hourdbenamaisia JD Secretary | Trustee | 3 | $0 |
Dr Ladonna Finch Treasurer | Trustee | 3 | $0 |
Dr Joyce Ballsberry Director | Officer | 0.5 | $0 |
Michael Butler Director Exofficio | Officer | 0.5 | $0 |
Mark Fleig CPA Pc Director | Officer | 0.5 | $0 |
Statement of Revenue | |
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Federated campaigns | $0 |
Membership dues | $0 |
Fundraising events | $0 |
Related organizations | $0 |
Government grants | $616,200 |
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $0 |
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $616,200 |
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 | $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 | $616,200 |
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. | $106,000 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
Other salaries and wages | $412,500 |
Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
Other employee benefits | $8,004 |
Payroll taxes | $39,018 |
Fees for services: Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
Fees for services: Accounting | $2,839 |
Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Other | $0 |
Advertising and promotion | $0 |
Office expenses | $13,918 |
Information technology | $0 |
Royalties | $0 |
Occupancy | $6,000 |
Travel | $0 |
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 | $0 |
Insurance | $0 |
All other expenses | $0 |
Total functional expenses | $588,279 |
Balance Sheet | |
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Cash—non-interest-bearing | $77,152 |
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 | $0 |
Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
Investments—other securities | $0 |
Investments—program-related | $0 |
Intangible assets | $0 |
Other assets | $0 |
Total assets | $77,152 |
Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $0 |
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 | $0 |
Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
Other liabilities | $0 |
Total liabilities | $0 |
Net assets without donor restrictions | $77,152 |
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 | $0 |
Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $77,152 |