Word Of Life International Inc is located in Bronx, NY. The organization was established in 2008. 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 12/2023, Word Of Life International Inc employed 11 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Word Of Life International 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, Word Of Life International Inc generated $3.7m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 8 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 8.7% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $3.5m during the year ending 12/2023. While expenses have increased by 4.3% 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.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
THE MISSION OF WORD OF LIFE INTERNATIONAL INC. IS TO EMPOWER AND UPLIFT UNDERSERVED COMMUNITIES, PARTICULARLY IN THE SOUTH BRONX NEIGHBORHOODS OF NEW YORK CITY, BY PROVIDING COMPREHENSIVE HEALTHCARE OUTREACH SERVICES,SOCIAL SOPPORT PROGRAMS, AND ADVOCACY EFFORTS. THROUGH A COMMUNITY-BASED APPROACH, WE AIM TO ADDRESS HEALTH DISPARITIES, PROMOTE HEALTH EQUITY, AND FOSTER STABLE AND INDEPENDENT LIVING.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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THE FOOD PANTRY PROGRAM AT WORD OF LIFE INTERNATIONAL INC. PROVIDES ESSENTIAL FOOD ASSISTANCE TO INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES FACING FOOD INSECURITY IN UNDERSERVED COMMUNITIES. THROUGH PARTNERSHIPS WITH LOCAL FOOD BANKS, DONORS, AND VOLUNTEERS, WE DISTRIBUTE NUTRITIOUS FOOD ITEMS, INCLUDING FRESH PRODUCE, PANTRY STAPLES, AND NON-PERISHABLE GOODS, TO THOSE IN NEED. OUR GOAL IS TO ALLEVIATE HUNGER, PROMOTE FOOD SECURITY, AND SUPPORT THE OVERALL WELL-BEING OF COMMUNITY MEMBERS BY ENSURING ACCESS TO HEALTHY AND CULTURALLY APPROPRIATE FOOD OPTIONS. ADDITIONALLY, WE OFFER EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES, NUTRITION EDUCATION CLASSES, AND REFERRALS TO SUPPORT INDIVIDUALS.
THE MOBILE FOOD PANTRY PROGRAM AT WORD OF LIFE INTERNATIONAL INC. BRINGS ESSENTIAL FOOD ASSISTANCE DIRECTLY TO UNDERSERVED COMMUNITIES IN THE SOUTH BRONX NEIGHBORHOODS OF NEW YORK CITY. THROUGH A MOBILE DISTRIBUTION MODEL, WE PARTNER WITH LOCAL ORGANIZATIONS AND COMMUNITY CENTERS TO SET UP TEMPORARY FOOD DISTRIBUTION SITES IN AREAS WITH LIMITED ACCESS TO TRADITIONAL FOOD RESOURCES. BY BRINGING THE PANTRY DIRECTLY TO THE COMMUNITY, WE AIM TO INCREASE ACCESS TO HEALTHY FOOD OPTIONS, REDUCE TRANSPORTATION BARRIERS, AND ENSURE THAT ALL RESIDENTS CAN MEET THEIR BASIC NUTRITIONAL NEEDS.
THE HEALTHCARE ACCESS AND EQUITY PROGRAM AT WORD OF LIFE INTERNATIONAL INC FOCUSES ON ADDRESSING DISPARITIES IN HEALTHCARE ACCESS AND OUTCOMES WITHIN UNDERSERVED COMMUNITIES. THROUGH A MULTIFACETED APPROACH , WE WORK TO IMPROVE ACCESS TO QUALITY HEALTHCARE SERVICES, PROMOTE HEALTH EDUCATION AND LITERACY, AND ADVOCATE FOR POLICIES THAT ADVANCE HEALTH EQUITY. OUR PROGRAM OFFERS A RANGE OF SERVICES, INCLUDING HEALTHCARE NAVIGATION ASSISTANCE, PREVENTIVE SCREENINGS, HEALTH EDUCATION WORKSHOPS, AND REFERRALS TO HEALTHCARE PROVIDERS AND SOCIAL SERVICES.
Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
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Felicia Udo-Okon Secretary | Trustee | 40 | $14,442 |
John Udo-Okon Executive Director | Trustee | 40 | $3,800 |
Godson Agbodo Board Member | Trustee | 5 | $0 |
Bismark Asiedu Chairman | Trustee | 5 | $0 |
Roselyn Ephraim Treasurer | 40 | $0 |
Statement of Revenue | |
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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 | $3,704,309 |
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $2,464,000 |
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $3,704,309 |
Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
Investment income | $0 |
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 | $3,704,309 |
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. | $0 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
Other salaries and wages | $83,738 |
Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
Other employee benefits | $0 |
Payroll taxes | $9,693 |
Fees for services: Management | $124,311 |
Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
Fees for services: Accounting | $13,500 |
Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Other | $0 |
Advertising and promotion | $11,787 |
Office expenses | $44,070 |
Information technology | $20,073 |
Royalties | $0 |
Occupancy | $151,607 |
Travel | $61,317 |
Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $5,888 |
Interest | $0 |
Payments to affiliates | $0 |
Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $29,495 |
Insurance | $31,500 |
All other expenses | $304,721 |
Total functional expenses | $3,470,935 |
Balance Sheet | |
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Cash—non-interest-bearing | $122,019 |
Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
Pledges and grants receivable | $388,365 |
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 | $398,098 |
Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $57,756 |
Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $18,326 |
Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
Investments—other securities | $0 |
Investments—program-related | $0 |
Intangible assets | $0 |
Other assets | $0 |
Total assets | $984,564 |
Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $44,100 |
Grants payable | $195,324 |
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 | $150,000 |
Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
Other liabilities | $0 |
Total liabilities | $389,424 |
Net assets without donor restrictions | $595,140 |
Net assets with donor restrictions | $0 |
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 | $984,564 |