Self Help Alternative Living Opportunities Of Michigan Inc

Organization Overview

Self Help Alternative Living Opportunities Of Michigan Inc, operating under the name SHALOM Inc, is located in Kalamazoo, MI. The organization was established in 1991. According to its NTEE Classification (P80) the organization is classified as: Centers to Support the Independence of Specific Populations, under the broad grouping of Human Services and related organizations. As of 12/2023, SHALOM Inc employed 18 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. SHALOM 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, SHALOM Inc generated $809.5k in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 9 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 17.1% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $584.4k during the year ending 12/2023. While expenses have increased by 13.7% 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.

Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing

TAX YEAR

2023

Describe the Organization's Mission:

Part 3 - Line 1

SHALOM PROVIDES RESIDENTIAL, FAMILY HOMES TO ADULTS WITH DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES AND THEIR LOVING CARE-PROVIDER FAMILIES. THROUGH THE LOVE AND WHOLENESS OF JESUS CHRIST, WE PROVIDE TRAVEL, WORSHIP, CAMPS, RECREATION, SOCIAL AND WORK OPPORTUNITIES THAT ENRICH THE LIVES OF MORE THAN 40 RESIDENTS AND DOZENS FROM THE COMMUNITY.

Describe the Organization's Program Activity:

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SHALOM PROVIDED RESIDENTIAL EXTENDED-FAMILY HOMES FOR OVER 40 RESIDENTS AND THEIR CARE-PROVIDER FAMILIES INCLUDING STATE-LICENSED ADULT FOSTER CARE AND INDEPENDENT SUPPORTED LIVING FOR MEN AND WOMEN. THESE CHRIST- CENTERED HOMES PROVIDE ENCOURAGEMENT, LOVE AND STRUCTURE. RESIDENTS BECOME PART OF THE SHALOM COMMUNITY WHICH ALLOWS THEM TO PARTICIPATE IN MANY SOCIAL AND SUPPORT OPPORTUNITIES.


SHALOM PROVIDED SEVERAL OPPORTUNITIES IN 2023 FOR OUR PARTICIPANTS, STAFF AND VOLUNTEERS TO EXPERIENCE COMMUNITY THROUGH ACTIVITY. MANY ATTENDED THE KALAMAZOO GROWLERS SEMI-PROFESSIONAL BASEBALL GAME, SHALOMS VERY OWN OLYMPIC GAMES AND FRIDAY FUN NIGHT (WITH OUR OWN KARAOKE MACHINE). COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS WERE STRENGTHENED THROUGH PARTICIPATING IN OUR MONTHLY COOKOUTS AND, AS ALWAYS, OUR ANNUAL FARM DAYS WHICH WAS ATTENDED BY NEARLY 1,000 COMMUNITY RESIDENTS.


MANY PARTICIPANTS WORKED IN OUR FARM, THRIFT STORE AND WOOLERY WHERE THEY WORKED IN TEAMS SKIRTING AND WASHING WOOL, OPERATED LOOMS AND CARDING MACHINES, MADE DRYER BALLS, CAT TOYS, BANNERS AND OTHER PRODUCTS IN A SUPPORTIVE AND SAFE ATMOSPHERE. FARM PARTICIPANTS WORKED WITH SHEEP, GOATS, RABBITS, CHICKENS AND ALPACA WHILE EXPERIENCING GARDENING AND OTHER YEAR-ROUND PROJECTS(GATHERING EGGS AND CARING FOR LIVESTOCK). THE 6000 SQUARE FOOT WOOLERY BUILDING ALLOWED OPPORTUNITIES FOR WOODWORKING, PAINTING AND GROWTH TOWARD MEETING OUR FUTURE GOAL OF 50 WEEKLY WOOLERY PARTICIPANTS. CONSTRUCTION OF SHALOMS COFFEE CONNECTION WAS COMPLETED AND ALLOWED FOR FURTHER SKILL DEVELOPMENT COMMUNITY RELATIONSHIPS FOR PARTICIPANTS. THROUGH OUR THRIFT STORE AND ART SHOWS, PARTICIPANTS ENJOY SORTING, PROCESSING AND SELLING DONATED AND SELF-CREATED GOODS. THESE ACTIVITIES ARE MADE POSSIBLE THROUGH OUR MANY FULL AND PART-TIME STAFF/COACHES AND MORE THAN 50 REGULAR VOLUNTEERS. SEVERAL OF OUR PARTICIPANTS CONTINUE TO DEVELOPE THEIR SKILLS OF WOODWORKING, PAINTING AND FURNITURE MAKING.


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Board, Officers & Key Employees

Name (title)Compensation
Keith Lohman
President/employee
$20,347
Janan Zimmerman
Vice President
$0
Gary Steensma
Director
$0
Garry Walton
Director
$0
Robin Ipema
Director
$0
Barb Patterson
Treasurer
$8,513

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$454,576
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f $2,612
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar$454,576
Total Program Service Revenue$337,900
Investment income $12,365
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 $4,625
Miscellaneous Revenue$0
Total Revenue $809,466

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