United Way Of Portage County Inc
- Assets
- $8.4m
- Revenue
- $4.9m
- Investments
- $525.5k
- Employees
- 12
- Location
- Stevens Point, WI
- Founding
- 08/1975
- Data as of
- 12/2021
- EIN
- 39-0831152
Organization Overview
United Way Of Portage County Inc is located in Stevens Point, WI. The organization was established in 1975. According to its NTEE Classification (T70) the organization is classified as: Federated Giving Programs, under the broad grouping of Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking Foundations and related organizations. As of 12/2021, United Way Of Portage County Inc employed 12 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. United Way Of Portage County 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 12/2021, United Way Of Portage County Inc generated $4.9m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 7 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 6.9% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $3.3m during the year ending 12/2021. While expenses have increased by 2.2% 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.
Since 2015, United Way Of Portage County Inc has awarded 97 individual grants totaling $13,613,328. If you would like to learn more about the grant giving history of this organization, scroll down to the grant profile section of this page.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2021
Describe the Organization's Mission:
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THE UNITED WAY OF PORTAGE COUNTY BRINGS PEOPLE AND RESOURCES TOGETHER TO ACHIEVE MEASURABLE RESULTS THAT IMPROVE PEOPLE'S LIVES AND STRENGTHEN OUR COMMUNITY.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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COMMUNITY IMPACT PROGRAMS: UNITED WAY OF PORTAGE COUNTY WILL FOCUS ON THREE KEY AREAS OF COMMUNITY IMPACT: EDUCATION, FINANCIAL STABILITY AND HEALTH. THE UNITED WAY VISION OF THESE FOCUS AREAS INCLUDE: EDUCATION - FROM PRENATAL THROUGH YOUNG ADULTHOOD, (CRADLE TO CAREER), EDUCATION PROVIDES THE BASIS FOR INDIVIDUAL DEVELOPMENT, ADVANCES AN INCLUSIVE AND CULTURALLY DIVERSE MINDSET, SUPPORTS TRANSITION TO FAMILY-SUSTAINING EMPLOYMENT, AND BUILDS A STRONG COMMUNITY. FINANCIAL STABILITY - FINANCIAL SECURITY AND CAPABILITY IS VITAL TO SUPPORTING INDIVIDUAL AND FAMILY LIFE, MAINTAINING EMPLOYMENT, ACHIEVING CAREER ASPIRATIONS, AND BUILDING ASSETS FOR THE FUTURE. HEALTH - GOOD MENTAL AND PHYSICAL HEALTH IS FUNDAMENTAL TO AN INDIVIDUAL'S CAPACITY TO ENJOY THEIR LIVES, PROVIDE FOR THEIR FAMILIES, CONTRIBUTE TO SOCIETY, AND REALIZE THEIR DREAMS. A HEALTHY COMMUNITY IS BUILT UPON A FOUNDATION OF HEALTH EQUITY THAT FOSTERS SAFE, STABLE, AND NURTURING RELATIONSHIPS FOR ALL COMMUNITY MEMBERS. IN ORDER TO FULFILL THESE VISIONS, UNITED WAY OF PORTAGE COUNTY SUPPORTS 28 LOCAL NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION PROGRAMS AND INITIATIVES, INCLUDING ITS OWN LEARN FOR LIFE PROGRAM. A COLLABORATION BETWEEN UNITED WAY OF PORTAGE COUNTY AND PORTAGE COUNTY SCHOOLS, THE PROGRAM IS DESIGNED TO HELP INCREASE READING ACHIEVEMENT IN THE COMMUNITY. IN ADDITION, UNITED WAY OF PORTAGE COUNTY SUPPORTS THREE INVESTMENT TEAMS THAT IDENTIFY SPECIFIC PRIORITIES IN EACH AREA AND DEVISE STRATEGIES TO AFFECT COMMUNITY CHANGE. INCLUDED IN COMMUNITY IMPACT IS THE UNITED WAY OF PORTAGE COUNTY'S IN-A-FIX AND DIAPER DRIVE PROGRAMS. THE IN-A-FIX PROGRAM PROVIDES MONETARY ASSISTANCE FOR CAR REPAIRS AND/OR TIRE REPAIR AND REPLACEMENT FOR INCOME ELIGIBLE INDIVIDUALS WHO ARE EMPLOYED AND LIVING IN PORTAGE COUNTY. ASSISTANCE IS LIMITED TO $500 PER CALENDAR YEAR WHILE FUNDS LAST. THE DIAPER DRIVE PROGRAM FILLS A NEED MANY LOCAL AGENCIES IDENTIFIED AS A TOP ISSUE FACING STRUGGLING FAMILIES-NOT BEING ABLE TO PROVIDE THEIR CHILDREN WITH DIAPERS. THIS CAN OFTEN RESULT IN HEALTH ISSUES FOR INFANTS AND TODDLERS WHOSE DIAPERS ARE NOT CHANGED AS FREQUENTLY AS THEY SHOULD.
VOLUNTEER CENTER: UNITED WAY OF PORTAGE COUNTY'S VOLUNTEER CENTER MATCHED 1,516 PEOPLE TO VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES IN 2018, PROVIDING MORE THAN $50,000 WORTH OF VOLUNTEER SERVICE. THROUGH ITS VOLUNTEERSROCK.ORG WEBSITE, THE VOLUNTEER CENTER CONNECTED PEOPLE TO HUNDREDS OF LOCAL VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES, INCLUDING THOSE WITH PROJECT FRESH START AND MAKE A DIFFERENCE DAY. RESEARCH SHOWS THAT WHEN MORE PEOPLE VOLUNTEER, THE BENEFITS AND IMPACT ON THE COMMUNITY ARE MEASUREABLE. IN 2018, THE VOLUNTEER CENTER CONTINUES TO OFFER STRATEGIC VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES AT AREA EMPLOYER BUSINESSES. THE VOLUNTEER CENTER WORKS WITH LOCAL BUSINESSES TO HELP THEM PROMOTE EMPLOYEES USING THEIR VOLUNTEER TIME OFF.
LEARN FOR LIFE. : IN THIS PROGRAM, UNITED WAY MATCHES TRAINED VOLUNTEER TUTORS WITH THIRD GRADE STUDENTS IN NEED OF HELP WITH THEIR READING SKILLS. THEY WORK TOGETHER ON THE STUDENT'S READING PROFICIENCY FOR A MINIMUM OF 30 MINUTES PER WEEK DURING THE SCHOOL YEAR. THE PROGRAM IS IN PLACE IN NEARLY ALL PORTAGE COUNTY SCHOOLS. DURING THE SUMMER SCHOOL SESSION IN THE STEVENS POINT SCHOOL DISTRICT, STUDENTS GOING INTO THIRD GRADE AND STUDENTS GOING INTO FOURTH GRADE WHO NEED HELP WITH THEIR READING PROFICIENCY ARE SERVED IN THE PROGRAM FOR THE DURATION OF THE SIX WEEK SUMMER SCHOOL SESSION. THE PROGRAM PUTS UNITED WAY ONE STEP CLOSER TO ITS GOAL OF HELPING CHILDREN SUCCEED.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Susan Wilcox Executive Director | Officer | 45 | $114,135 |
Rachelle Hanson Director Of Finance | Officer | 45 | $64,217 |
Joe Kinsella Vice President | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Sue Wille Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 4 | $0 |
Tim Cooper Past President | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Kim Angell President | OfficerTrustee | 4 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $25,768 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $167,700 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $4,656,281 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $64,719 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $4,849,749 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $37,850 |
| 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 | $4,887,686 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $2,223,379 |
| 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. | $548,632 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $111,767 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $35,773 |
| Other salaries and wages | $0 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $28,310 |
| Other employee benefits | $79,855 |
| Payroll taxes | $42,502 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $4,560 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $10,400 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $10,670 |
| Advertising and promotion | $226 |
| Office expenses | $60,026 |
| Information technology | $23,370 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $36,536 |
| Travel | $412 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $10,411 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $48,166 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $13,572 |
| Insurance | $7,158 |
| All other expenses | $4,151 |
| Total functional expenses | $3,302,162 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $2,125,197 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $2,442,829 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $1,736,748 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $563,450 |
| 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 | $17,249 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $1,000,790 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $525,499 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $8,411,762 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $98,433 |
| 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 | $242,643 |
| Total liabilities | $341,076 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $3,293,794 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $4,776,892 |
| 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 | $8,411,762 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, United Way Of Portage County Inc has awarded $1,896,102 in support to 12 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
CHILDRENS HOSPITAL OF WISCONSIN PURPOSE: Children's Hospital of Wisconsin Child and Family Counseling Program provides counseling services to all residents of Portage County on a sliding fee basis. Their Family Outreach and Support Services program provides a combination of support services to parents. Parenting classes for parents of children birth to 12 and parenting classes for parents of teens are offered. The program also provides voluntary in home parent education programs for families. This program provides extra help for parents caring for their children and connects families to services and support within the community. | $552,325 |
Stevens Point, WI PURPOSE: The YMCA Scholarship Assistance Program allows at risk youth and adults from low income households to join the YMCA on a sliding scale fee basis. The Adaptive Recreation Program offers special programs to people with varying disabilities, including Special Olympics sports, swimming lessons, exercise programs, arts and crafts, and more. The Youth and Teen Program focuses on providing participants with a sage environment, positive adult role models, and encourage character development and leadership skills. The Child Care Youth Scholarship Program awards scholarships on a sliding scale fee to low income and at risk families participating in full day child care, before and after school child care, preschool programs, and summer camp programs, so they benefit from quality, affordable, and accessible child care. | $292,607 |
Stevens Point, WI PURPOSE: The Family Crisis Center operates 24 hour crisis counseling and shelter to victims of domestic violence. The Center also offers support groups to help families identify long term strategies to eliminate the violence and its causes. The Ministry Dental Clinic is designed to serve patients with Badgercare or Medicaid health coverage. The Skills Enhancement Program is designed to provide part time educational and skills training opportunities for individuals working in low wage jobs. The Mental Health Navigator offers mental heath patients help in assessing mental health care and information, facilitating adherence to treatment plans, providing consistent emotional support and promoting community connection through participation in support groups, classes, etc. The Uplift Program promotes the educational success of Hmong children and parents through a family literacy model. The VITA Program provides free tax help for low to moderate income residents | $292,374 |
BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF CENTRAL WISCONSIN INC PURPOSE: Community Based Match Program-based mentoring matches volunteers (ages 16 and up) with children ages 6 to 17 years in one-to-one mentoring relationships. Volunteers are enrolled by trained professional staff to determine the best child for the match. School based mentoring (site-based mentoring) is an option in which a volunteer mentor meets with a child at the same time each week at a school or other designated site. They may meet before, during or after school, and may have a combined academic and recreational focus. | $170,488 |
Stevens Point, WI PURPOSE: Program provides youth development and guidance in five core areas, Character and leadership development, arts, sports, fitness and recreation, health and life skills, and education and career. The grant supported programming in Stevens Point, Plover, Almond Bancroft, and Rosholt | $162,855 |
Hoffman Estates, IL PURPOSE: The Salvation Army Hope Center assists needy families and individuals with shelter, food, clothing, and other emergency needs | $156,713 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 21 grants that United Way Of Portage County Inc has recieved totaling $1,466,803.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Sentry Insurance Foundation Inc Stevens Point, WI PURPOSE: SPECIAL PROJECT & UNITED WAY SUPPORT | $627,934 |
Delta Dental Of Wisconsin Inc Stevens Point, WI PURPOSE: Match of our employee donations to United Way and their agencies | $495,844 |
Pavelski Family Foundation Inc Hancock, WI PURPOSE: SUPPORT FOR PROGRAMS PROMOTING EDUCATION, HEALTH, AND FINANCIAL STABILITY | $50,000 |
Peters Family Foundation Inc Stevens Point, WI PURPOSE: NEW HOME FUND | $50,000 |
Pavelski Family Foundation Inc Hancock, WI PURPOSE: SUPPORT FOR PROGRAMS PROMOTING EDUCATION, HEALTH, AND FINANCIAL STABILITY | $50,000 |
United Way Of Greater Milwaukee & Waukesha County Inc Milwaukee, WI PURPOSE: DONOR DESIGNATIONS | $36,417 |
Endowment Analysis
| Beg. Balance | $563,995 |
| Earnings | $83,686 |
| Net Contributions | $44,838 |
| Ending Balance | $692,519 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Crown Family Foundation Chicago, IL | $468,729,562 | $19,005,366 |
Christian Community Health Center Chicago, IL | $24,875,996 | $21,223,346 |
Pritzker Family Philanthropic Fund Chicago, IL | $175,241,348 | $15,696,254 |
Memorial Foundation Inc Belleville, IL | $139,919,506 | $17,553,919 |
United Way Of Saginaw County Saginaw, MI | $5,861,014 | $15,211,110 |
United Way Of South Central Michigan Kalamazoo, MI | $21,915,676 | $10,619,393 |
Marquardt Home And Community Based Services Inc Watertown, WI | $9,140,172 | $14,598,397 |
Best Buy Foundation Richfield, MN | $56,998,788 | $22,106,255 |
Winning Wheels Inc Prophetstown, IL | $11,909,541 | $13,671,140 |
United Way Fox Cities Inc Menasha, WI | $16,186,120 | $10,302,524 |
Heart Of Illinois United Way Inc Peoria, IL | $14,132,248 | $9,955,140 |
United Way Of Midland County Midland, MI | $18,815,763 | $12,494,265 |