Urban Vision

Organization Overview

Urban Vision is located in Akron, OH. The organization was established in 1993. According to its NTEE Classification (S31) the organization is classified as: Urban & Community Economic Development, under the broad grouping of Community Improvement & Capacity Building and related organizations. As of 08/2023, Urban Vision employed 30 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Urban Vision 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 08/2023, Urban Vision generated $801.8k in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 8 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 4.5% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $695.9k during the year ending 08/2023. While expenses have increased by 3.0% 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.

Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing

TAX YEAR

2023

Describe the Organization's Mission:

Part 3 - Line 1

THE MISSION OF URBAN VISION IS TO LIVE OUT THE GOSPEL OF JESUS CHRIST IN THE NORTH HILL COMMUNITY OF AKRON, OHIO BY COMING ALONGSIDE CHILDREN AND THEIR FAMILIES AS THEY BECOME FOLLOWERS OF CHRIST AND LEADERS OF THE COMMUNITY. THE ORGANIZATION PURPOSES TO BUILD A VIBRANT, UNIFIED NORTH HILL COMMUNITY, TRANSFORMED THROUGH THE LOVE AND HOPE OF JESUS CHRIST. THE ORGANIZATION'S PROGRAMS INCLUDE EDUCATIONAL AFTER-SCHOOL AND SUMMER SUPPLEMENTAL LEARNING FOR GRADES K THROUGH 12; LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT; OUTREACH TO CHILDREN K-12TH GRADE.

Describe the Organization's Program Activity:

Part 3 - Line 4a

SET ON SUCCESS (SOS) - AFTERSCHOOL ENRICHMENT PROGRAM, 4 DAYS PER WEEK, K- 12TH GRADE, HOMEWORK ASSISTANCE, DIGNITY STORES, RECREATION, MENTORING, MUSICAL INSTRUMENT LESSONS, DANCE CLASSES, WORKSHOP CLASSES, ART CLASSES, BIBLE QUIZZING, 115 INNERCITY STUDENTS ENROLLED. SUMMER SOS MET 6 HOURS PER DAY, 4 DAYS PER WEEK FOR 6 WEEKS, 3-NIGHT OVERNIGHT CAMP FOR 35 6-12TH GRADERS DEVELOPING LEADERSHIP SKILLS, DISCIPLESHIP AND BUILDING RELATIONSHIPS THROUGH FUN CAMP ACTIVITIES.


OUTREACH TO 24 6-12 GRADERS WEEKLY DURING THE SCHOOL YEAR AND 6 WEEKS IN THE SUMMER TO HAVE FUN, MAKE FRIENDS AND ENGAGE IN BIBLE LESSONS.


KIDS CLUBS (KC), 2ND-5TH GRADES, MET 3 HOURS WEEKLY DURING THE SCHOOL YEAR, AND FOR SIX WEEKS IN THE SUMMER FOR ACTIVITIES INCLUDING BIBLE STORIES, SONGS, CRAFTS, RECREATION, DINNER, 78 INNERCITY STUDENTS.


ON YOUR MARK LIFEREADINESS PROGRAM PROVIDES A CHRISTCENTERED PLACE FOR EACH STUDENT TO DEVELOP EDUCATIONALLY, SOCIALLY, AND PHYSICALLY, 3 AND 4 YEAR OLDS MET 4 DAYS A WEEK, SEPARATE 2 HOUR MORNING AND AFTERNOON SESSIONS, LIGHT SNACK, AVG. ENROLLMENT OF 14-16 AT EACH SESSION.


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Board, Officers & Key Employees

Name (title)Compensation
Rodney Matthews
President &
$73,750
Kurran Bishop
Director
$0
Dan Brook
Director
$0
Joe Caruso
Chairperson
$0
Brittany Unruh Durieux
Assistant Se
$0
Randy Fearer
Treasurer
$0

Financial Statements

Statement of Revenue
Federated campaigns$0
Membership dues$0
Fundraising events$52,731
Related organizations$0
Government grants $0
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above$731,917
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f $43,930
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar$784,648
Total Program Service Revenue$7,117
Investment income $983
Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds $0
Royalties $0
Net Rental Income $12,150
Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales $0
Net Income from Fundraising Events -$4,195
Net Income from Gaming Activities $0
Net Income from Sales of Inventory $0
Miscellaneous Revenue$0
Total Revenue $801,843

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