Avenue Of Life Inc is located in Kansas City, MO. The organization was established in 2013. 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, Avenue Of Life Inc employed 37 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Avenue Of Life 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, Avenue Of Life Inc generated $4.5m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 9 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 18.6% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $3.9m during the year ending 12/2023. While expenses have increased by 17.5% 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:
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TO MOBILIZE OUR COMMUNITY TO EQUIP AND EMPOWER LOW-INCOME INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES TO BE SELF- SUSTAINED AND INDEPENDENT.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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THE EQUIPPING CENTER PROVIDES COMMUNITY OUTREACH AND HOSTS THE IMPACT KCK PROGRAM. IN 2023, THE EQUIPPING CENTER SERVED 6,280 UNDUPLICATED INDIVIDUALS, PROCESSED AND DISTRIBUTED $675,538 WORTH OF IN-KIND DONATIONS, SERVED 16,900 HOT MEALS, DISTRIBUTED 9,232 FAMILY FOOD PACKS, DISTRIBUTED 2,082 FROZEN MEALS, AND DISTRIBUTED 39,584 HYGIENE ITEMS. IMPACT KCK IS A COLLECTIVE IMPACT INITIATIVE, WITH 90 PLUS PARTNER AGENCIES. AOL IS THE BACKBONE AGENCY. IMPACT KCK SERVED ALL 4 SCHOOL DISTRICTS IN WYANDOTTE COUNTY. WE SERVED 2,174 FAMILIES IN 2023, PROVIDED FOR 842 HOUSEHOLDS WITH ESSENTIAL EMERGENCY SERVICES. IMPACT KCK MODEL IS BEING REPLICATED IN KCPS WITH THE NAME KCPS EMPOWERMENT AND AVENUE OF LIFE IS THE BACKBONE AGENCY.
THE EQUIPPING CENTER PROVIDES COMMUNITY OUTREACH AND HOSTS THE IMPACT KCK PROGRAM. IN 2023, THE EQUIPPING CENTER SERVED 6,280 UNDUPLICATED INDIVIDUALS, PROCESSED AND DISTRIBUTED $675,538 WORTH OF IN-KIND DONATIONS, SERVED 16,900 HOT MEALS, DISTRIBUTED 9,232 FAMILY FOOD PACKS, DISTRIBUTED 2,082 FROZEN MEALS, AND DISTRIBUTED 39,584 HYGIENE ITEMS. IMPACT KCK IS A COLLECTIVE IMPACT INITIATIVE, WITH 90 PLUS PARTNER AGENCIES. AOL IS THE BACKBONE AGENCY. IMPACT KCK SERVED ALL 4 SCHOOL DISTRICTS IN WYANDOTTE COUNTY. WE SERVED 2,174 FAMILIES IN 2023, PROVIDED FOR 842 HOUSEHOLDS WITH ESSENTIAL EMERGENCY SERVICES. IMPACT KCK MODEL IS BEING REPLICATED IN KCPS WITH THE NAME KCPS EMPOWERMENT AND AVENUE OF LIFE IS THE BACKBONE AGENCY.
THE BUSINESS TRAINING CENTER HOSTS INNOVATIVE INITIATIVES TO PROVIDE JOB-TRAINING TO LOW-INCOME AND REENTRY MEN WITH BARRIERS TO EMPLOYMENT. A FULL GREEN INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECT WAS COMPLETED IN 2020, RESULTING IN NEW LANDSCAPING AND AN ORCHARD IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE GIVING GROVE. IN 2023, STAFF DELIVERED FURNITURE TO 348 FAMILIES, AND RECYCLED 71,400 MATTRESSES AND DELIVERED OVER 3,500 TONS FROM LOCAL LANDFILLS. IN 2023, THE BUSINESS TRAINING CENTER WILL COMPLETE ITS TEN-YEAR COMMUNITY INITIATIVE TO DIVERT MATTRESSES FROM MISSOURI LANDFILLS.
THE BUSINESS TRAINING CENTER HOSTS INNOVATIVE INITIATIVES TO PROVIDE JOB-TRAINING TO LOW-INCOME AND REENTRY MEN WITH BARRIERS TO EMPLOYMENT. A FULL GREEN INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECT WAS COMPLETED IN 2020, RESULTING IN NEW LANDSCAPING AND AN ORCHARD IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE GIVING GROVE. IN 2023, STAFF DELIVERED FURNITURE TO 348 FAMILIES, AND RECYCLED 71,400 MATTRESSES AND DELIVERED OVER 3,500 TONS FROM LOCAL LANDFILLS. IN 2023, THE BUSINESS TRAINING CENTER WILL COMPLETE ITS TEN-YEAR COMMUNITY INITIATIVE TO DIVERT MATTRESSES FROM MISSOURI LANDFILLS.
THE AVENUE YOUTH HOUSE SERVED 31 YOUTH IN 2023. THE YOUTH HOUSE TEAM ENSURES YOUTH AND YOUNG ADULTS BETWEEN THE AGES OF 18-24 HAVE A SAFE HOUSE AND COMMUNITY TO CALL HOME. OUR SPOT KC LEADS PROGRAMMING AND VOLUNTEERS. AVENUE OF LIFE HAS IMPACT KCK NAVIGATORS ASSISTING RESIDENTS AS NEEDED. THE ORGANIZATION ALSO RECEIVES FUNDING IN THE FORM OF GRANTS AND DONATIONS FROM LOCAL BUSINESSES.
THE AVENUE YOUTH HOUSE SERVED 31 YOUTH IN 2023. THE YOUTH HOUSE TEAM ENSURES YOUTH AND YOUNG ADULTS BETWEEN THE AGES OF 18-24 HAVE A SAFE HOUSE AND COMMUNITY TO CALL HOME. OUR SPOT KC LEADS PROGRAMMING AND VOLUNTEERS. AVENUE OF LIFE HAS IMPACT KCK NAVIGATORS ASSISTING RESIDENTS AS NEEDED. THE ORGANIZATION ALSO RECEIVES FUNDING IN THE FORM OF GRANTS AND DONATIONS FROM LOCAL BUSINESSES.
Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
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Randall Leonard Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Desiree Monize Member/executive Dir | Officer | 50 | $122,360 |
Tina Harris Member | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Matt Adams Board Chair | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Randy George Member | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Julie Cain Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Statement of Revenue | |
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Federated campaigns | $0 |
Membership dues | $0 |
Fundraising events | $0 |
Related organizations | $0 |
Government grants | $1,391,935 |
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $2,547,137 |
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $675,538 |
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $3,939,072 |
Total Program Service Revenue | $521,175 |
Investment income | $138 |
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 | $4,460,385 |
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 | $596,988 |
Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
Other employee benefits | $178,783 |
Payroll taxes | $109,877 |
Fees for services: Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
Fees for services: Accounting | $0 |
Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Other | $325,354 |
Advertising and promotion | $0 |
Office expenses | $7,418 |
Information technology | $0 |
Royalties | $0 |
Occupancy | $0 |
Travel | $31,646 |
Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 |
Interest | $2,971 |
Payments to affiliates | $0 |
Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $38,528 |
Insurance | $65,920 |
All other expenses | $2,458,824 |
Total functional expenses | $3,920,644 |
Balance Sheet | |
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Cash—non-interest-bearing | $1,145,163 |
Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
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 | $0 |
Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $0 |
Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $277,149 |
Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
Investments—other securities | $0 |
Investments—program-related | $0 |
Intangible assets | $0 |
Other assets | $0 |
Total assets | $1,422,312 |
Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $17,500 |
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 | $17,500 |
Net assets without donor restrictions | $1,404,812 |
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 | $1,422,312 |