Degage Ministries is located in Grand Rapids, MI. The organization was established in 1985. According to its NTEE Classification (P28) the organization is classified as: Neighborhood Centers, under the broad grouping of Human Services and related organizations. As of 12/2023, Degage Ministries employed 94 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Degage Ministries 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, Degage Ministries generated $4.1m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 9 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 10.3% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $4.2m during the year ending 12/2023. While expenses have increased by 10.1% 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
DEGAGE MINISTRIES IS A COMMUNITY CENTER THAT PROVIDES OVERNIGHT SHELTER, MEAL SERVICES, HYGIENE FACILITIES AND SUPPORT SERVICES TO HOMELESS AND LOW-INCOME INDIVIDUALS.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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DEGAGE MINISTRIES PROGRAMS WORKED IN CONJUCTION WITH ONE ANOTHER TO OFFER OVERALL ASSISTANCE TO 400-500 HOMELESS AND LOW-INCOME INDIVIDUALS ON A DAILY BASIS. DURING 2023 THE FOLLOWING SERVICES AND FACILITIES WERE PROVIDED TO PATRONS: * OPEN DOOR WOMENS CENTER PROVIDED A SAFE HAVEN TO ADULT WOMEN IN CRISIS DURING THE CRITICAL OVERNIGHT HOURS. * THE DINING ROOM OFFERED LOW-COST AND FREE MEALS WHILE PROVIDING PATRONS AN OPPORTUNITY TO BUILD RELATIONSHIPS AND PARTICIPATE IN COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES. * HYGIENE FACILITIES SUCH AS SHOWERS, LAUNDRY, LOCKERS, AND HAIRCUTS.* ASSISTANCE IN OBTAINING FORMAL IDENTIFICATION AND MEETING OTHER LONG-TERM AND IMMEDIATE NEEDS WAS PROVIDED.
Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
---|---|---|---|
Alex Fernandez Board Member | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Charles Burpee President | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Jeff Vanderlaan Board Member | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Luann Vaharen Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Michael Lunt Board Member | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Patty Riva Vice President | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Statement of Revenue | |
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Federated campaigns | $0 |
Membership dues | $0 |
Fundraising events | $223,164 |
Related organizations | $0 |
Government grants | $426,842 |
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $3,285,871 |
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $430,623 |
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $3,935,877 |
Total Program Service Revenue | $109,325 |
Investment income | $78,764 |
Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
Royalties | $0 |
Net Rental Income | $0 |
Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
Net Income from Fundraising Events | -$32,139 |
Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
Total Revenue | $4,107,737 |
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. | $116,480 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $17,337 |
Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
Other salaries and wages | $2,100,649 |
Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
Other employee benefits | $130,501 |
Payroll taxes | $163,956 |
Fees for services: Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Legal | $97 |
Fees for services: Accounting | $33,387 |
Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Other | $16,658 |
Advertising and promotion | $71,523 |
Office expenses | $55,876 |
Information technology | $0 |
Royalties | $0 |
Occupancy | $320,718 |
Travel | $17,615 |
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 | $234,940 |
Insurance | $60,433 |
All other expenses | $0 |
Total functional expenses | $4,209,492 |
Balance Sheet | |
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Cash—non-interest-bearing | $1,498,957 |
Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
Pledges and grants receivable | $475,470 |
Accounts receivable, net | $0 |
Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
Notes and loans receivable | $5,408,875 |
Inventories for sale or use | $0 |
Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $9,686 |
Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $238,857 |
Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
Investments—other securities | $0 |
Investments—program-related | $0 |
Intangible assets | $0 |
Other assets | $6,533,160 |
Total assets | $14,165,005 |
Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $314,200 |
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 | $4,697,826 |
Total liabilities | $5,012,026 |
Net assets without donor restrictions | $8,701,773 |
Net assets with donor restrictions | $451,206 |
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 | $14,165,005 |