The Other Way Ministries
- Assets
- $1.2m
- Revenue
- $2.1m
- Investments
- $258.7k
- Employees
- 53
- Location
- Grand Rapids, MI
- Founding
- 05/1981
- Data as of
- 06/2022
- EIN
- 38-2236821
Organization Overview
The Other Way Ministries is located in Grand Rapids, MI. The organization was established in 1981. 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 06/2022, Other Way Ministries employed 53 individuals. This organization is the central organization for a national or regional group of organizations. Other Way 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 06/2022, Other Way Ministries generated $2.1m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 7 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 7.7% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $1.9m during the year ending 06/2022. While expenses have increased by 6.8% per year over the past 7 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
2022
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ORGANIZATION MINISTERING TO AN URBAN, LOW-INCOME NEIGHBORHOOD.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION: LITTLE LIGHTS INFANT AND TODDLER PROGRAM PROVIDES TUITION-FREE INFANT, TODDLER, AND PRE-SCHOOL PROGRAM FOR INCOME-QUALIFYING FAMILIES. INFANT/TODDLER CLASSROOMS OPERATE 10 HOURS PER DAY, 5 DAYS PER WEEK, USING EVIDENCED-BASED CURRICULUM AND PRACTICES. PARTICIPATION IN LITTLE LIGHTS ALSO INCLUDES MEALS, DIAPERS, AND FORMULA AT NO COST, AND NUMBER OF FAMILY SUPPORTS INCLUDING TEACHER HOME VISITS, RESOURCE REFERRALS, DENTAL AND DEVELOPMENTAL SCREENINGS, SUPPORTS FOR SPECIAL NEEDS STUDENTS, AND OTHER SERVICES.
FOOD ASSISTANCE: A THREE-TIERED APPROACH TO FOOD ASSISTANCE GEARED TOWARD FOOD SOVEREIGNTY: 1. EMERGENCY FOOD PANTRY: AVAILABLE 5 DAYS PER WEEK FOR LOW-INCOME HOUSEHOLDS FOR WEEKLY USE, WITH EMPHASIS ON HEALTH, CHOICE, AND DIGNITY FOR ALL OF OUR NEIGHBORS. RESOURCE ASSISTANCE AND REFERALL ALSO PROVIDED TO ADDRESS OTHER NEEDS. 2. AGAPE FOOD CO-OP: COMMUNITY OF NEIGHBORS WHO MEET REGULARLY AND RECEIVE ADDITIONAL, MORE TARGETED ASSISTANCE WITH FOOD AND HOUSEHOLD PRODUCT NEEDS DETERMINED BY MEMBERS THEMSELVES. A NOMINAL MEMBERSHIP FEE IS CHARGED TO OFFSET COSTS AND IS SET BY MEMBERS THEMSELVES. 3. FRESH MARKET: RETAIL SPACE SELLING FRESH, LOCAL PRODUCE AT 50% DISCOUNT FOR INCOME-QUALIFYING NEIGHBORS. SNAP BENEFITS ARE ACCEPTED.
FAMILY/COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT: SEVERAL OTHER PROGRAMS ARE OFFERED TO SUPPORT OUR COMMUNITY AT NO COST, INCLUDING: A DAILY AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM FOR NEIGHBORHOOD ELEMENTARY STUDENTS, WEEKLY TEEN CLUB, SUMMER YOUTH WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM, A MEN'S GROUP, CHRISTMAS STORE, MENTAL HEALTH/ COUNSELING SERVICES, A COMMUNITY GARDEN, AND OTHER RESOURCE ASSISTANCE AND REFERALL SERVICES.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Scott Bloem Executive Director | Officer | 45 | $64,105 |
Tim Fatum President | OfficerTrustee | 4 | $0 |
Tom Emigh Vice President | OfficerTrustee | 3 | $0 |
Brion Doyle Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 3 | $0 |
Mike Vanlaan Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 3 | $0 |
Michelle Datema Director | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $4,184 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $1,585,007 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $547,197 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $1,589,191 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $484,652 |
| Investment income | $7,800 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $3,235 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $32,570 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $2,117,448 |
| 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. | $73,350 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $55,012 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $720,896 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $8,544 |
| Other employee benefits | $67,475 |
| Payroll taxes | $60,171 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $25,030 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $0 |
| Advertising and promotion | $7,467 |
| Office expenses | $69,783 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $39,123 |
| Travel | $13,466 |
| 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 | $18,309 |
| Insurance | $11,538 |
| All other expenses | $2,802 |
| Total functional expenses | $1,885,699 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $671,919 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $20,403 |
| 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 | $57,758 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $13,338 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $148,335 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $258,663 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $1,170,416 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $86,253 |
| 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 | $86,253 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $932,754 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $151,409 |
| 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 | $1,170,416 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 12 grants that The Other Way Ministries has recieved totaling $1,040,656.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Early Learning Neighborhood Collaborative Grand Rapids, MI PURPOSE: Early Childhood Education | $430,345 |
National Christian Charitable Foundation Inc Alpharetta, GA PURPOSE: EVANGELISM | $263,308 |
Feeding America West Michigan Comstock Park, MI PURPOSE: FIGHT HUNGER | $222,525 |
Douglas & Maria Devos Foundation Grand Rapids, MI PURPOSE: COVID-19 SUPPORT | $45,000 |
Partnership For A Healthier America Inc Washington, DC PURPOSE: Good Food For All distribution partner - Grand Rapids MI: Aug 31 to Nov 11, 2021 | $25,000 |
Cdv5 Foundation Grand Rapids, MI PURPOSE: GENERAL OPERATING | $20,000 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Catholic Charities West Michigan Grand Rapids, MI | $13,577,921 | $21,603,747 |
Eight Cap Inc Orleans, MI | $2,750,464 | $18,614,954 |
Catholic Charities Of Shiawassee & Genesee Counties Flint, MI | $13,966,516 | $19,279,987 |
Wedgwood Christian Services Grand Rapids, MI | $24,031,475 | $18,911,597 |
Wheeler Mission Ministries Inc Indianapolis, IN | $56,135,021 | $28,744,599 |
Stark County Community Action Agency Canton, OH | $8,005,138 | $17,758,895 |
Community Action Organization Of Scioto County Inc Portsmouth, OH | $5,541,506 | $17,941,143 |
Onesight Mason, OH | $26,405,119 | $15,913,386 |
Ohio Heartland Community Action Marion, OH | $4,922,800 | $17,262,322 |
Interlocal Community Action Program Inc New Castle, IN | $2,890,464 | $16,696,928 |
Wabash Center Inc Lafayette, IN | $13,437,721 | $16,787,564 |
Blue River Services Inc Corydon, IN | $24,743,437 | $19,943,748 |