Drew Lewis Foundation Inc

Organization Overview

Drew Lewis Foundation Inc is located in Springfield, MO. The organization was established in 2015. According to its NTEE Classification (P99) the organization is classified as: Human Services N.E.C., under the broad grouping of Human Services and related organizations. As of 12/2022, Drew Lewis Foundation Inc employed 14 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Drew Lewis Foundation 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 12/2022, Drew Lewis Foundation Inc generated $1.7m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 7 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 58.4% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $1.4m during the year ending 12/2022. While expenses have increased by 58.7% 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.

Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing

TAX YEAR

2022

Describe the Organization's Mission:

Part 3 - Line 1

BUILDING SUSTAINABLE COMMUNITIES BY ENGAGING AND CONNECTING FAMILIES WITH RESOURCES AND OPPORTUNITIES. WE PROVIDE CONTINUED SUPPORT TO EMPOWER FAMILIES TO MOVE OUT OF POVERTY AND TRANSFORM THEIR LIVES.

Describe the Organization's Program Activity:

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THE FAIRBANKS CONTINUES TO GROW AS A COMMUNITY HUB. MULTIPLE COMMUNITY PARTNERS CONTINUE TO COLLABORATE AND USE THIS SPACE TO SERVE THE LOCAL COMMUNITY. LIFE360 DAYCARE AND FAIRBANKS COFFEE SHOP CONTINUE TO OPERATE IN THE FACILITY. AMERICAN INDIAN CENTER OF SPRINGFIELD JOINED AS A TENANT AND COLLABORATE FOR COMMUNITY BETTERMENT AND CULTURAL EDUCATION. MISSOURI MENTORING PARTNERSHIP AND SPRINGFIELD COMMUNITY GARDENS ALSO LEASE SPACE AND COLLABORATE ON SERVICES OFFERED TO THE COMMUNITY. THE SPRINGFIELD BREWING COMPANY BIKE SHOP OPERATES AS A PROGRAM OF THE DREW LEWIS FOUNDATION TO SERVE TRANSPORTATION NEEDS.


DREW LEWIS FOUNDATION CONTINUED THE PROGRAM REACHING INDEPENDENCE THROUGH SUPPORT AND EDUCATION (RISE). THIS INCLUDES THE CONTINUED EXPANSION INTO RURAL COMMUNITIES AND OTHER NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS IN MISSOURI. THE PROGRAM WORKS WITH FAMILIES AND INDIVIDUALS TO OVERCOME CHALLENGES OF LIVING IN POVERTY THROUGH FINANCIALLY SUPPORTING WEEKLY COMMUNITY-DRIVEN PROGRAMS. THE RISE PROGRAMMING CONTINUED ON THURSDAY EVENINGS WHERE A COMMUNITY DINNER IS PROVIDED AND PROGRAMMING REMAINED IN PERSON AND IN ONLINE FORMATS AND CLASSES CONTINUED TO WORK TO BUILD SOCIAL CAPITAL WHILE OFFERING EDUCATION ON FINANCIAL LITERACY, PHYSICAL AND MENTAL WELL-BEING, FAMILY DYNAMICS AND RELATIONSHIPS, AND OTHER LIFE SKILLS. STATE FUNDS WERE USED IN OPERATIONS AND TO INCENTIVIZE PARTICIPATION. FAMILIES WERE ABLE TO PICK UP FOOD RESOURCES; DIAPER AND HYGIENE RESOURCES AS NEEDED THROUGH 2022. PARTNERSHIPS FOR RISE INCLUDE OVER 130 ORGANIZATIONS AND INDIVIDUALS.


OTHER COMMUNITY INITIATIVES INCLUDED: 1. HOSTED 8TH ANNUAL COMMUNITY FUNDRAISING EVENT, FASHION FORWARD, WHICH FEATURES CHILDREN OF NORTHWEST SPRINGFIELD MODELING A BACK-TO-SCHOOL OUTFIT IN A FASHION SHOW AND SHARING THEIR DREAMS FOR THE FUTURE. THE EVENT ALSO PROVIDES SCHOOL SUPPLIES AND FAMILY RESOURCES 2. HOSTED FIRST HARVEST HOME FALL FESTIVAL FOR THE COMMUNITY. THIS EVENT PROMOTES COMMUNITY CONNECTION, AND HELPS REINFORCE A SENSE OF PLACE WHILE SHOWCASING RESOURCES AVAILABLE. 3. CONTINUED DEVELOPMENT OF "THE BLUE HOUSE PROJECT" WHICH PURCHASES HOMES IN NORTHWEST SPRINGFIELD, UPDATES THE HOMES TO CURRENT STANDARDS AND THEN OFFERS THEM ON A RENT TO OWN BASIS TO RISE MEMBERS. THE PROJECT NOW HAS 17 HOMES THAT ARE IN VARIOUS STAGES OF RENOVATIONS, MEMBER USE, OR HAVE BEEN SOLD. 4. CONTINUED DEVELOPMENT AND INITIAL IMPLEMENTATION OF CLASSES FOR THE NONPROFIT CAREER ACADEMY (NCA). NCA IS A POST SECONDARY EDUCATION PROGRAM THAT PROVIDES TRAINING SERVICES FOR INDIVIDUALS TO ATTAIN THE SKILL SET NECESSARY FOR APPLICATION IN THE PRIVATE AND NONPROFIT SECTORS; INCLUDING ADMINISTRATION, FUNDRAISING, COMMUNITY OUTREACH, AND MORE. 5. STRENGTHENED ONLINE CURRICULUM WITH DEVELOPMENT OF WEBSITE AND ADDITIONAL CURRICULUM. RISE CONTINUED TO EXPAND AND IS IN AURORA, SALEM, MONETT, NEOSHO, ASH GROVE, AND CAPE GIRARDEAU. 5 MORE ORGANIZATIONS ARE IN THE DEVELOPMENT PROCESS OF IMPLEMENTING RISE. 6. THE FAIRBANKS BIKE SHOP, POWERED BY VOLUNTEERS AND SUPPORTED BY SBC ATHLETICS COMMUNITY, PROVIDES BICYCLE EDUCATION, FREE HELMETS FOR KIDS, FREE BIKE REPAIR AND LOW-COST BIKES. THIS PROGRAM HAS GROWN TREMENDOUSLY AND IS LOOKING TO EXPAND ITS LOCATION AT THE FAIRBANKS.


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Board, Officers & Key Employees

Name (title)Compensation
Amy Blansit
Chairman
$54,154
Nate Dunville
Vice Chairma
$0
Travis Walker CPA
Treasurer
$0
Celeste Skidmore
Treasurer
$0
Barbra Wallace
Secretary
$0
Joan Barret
Director
$0

Financial Statements

Statement of Revenue
Federated campaigns$0
Membership dues$0
Fundraising events$17,412
Related organizations$0
Government grants $649,909
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above$740,903
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f $27,181
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar$1,408,224
Total Program Service Revenue$191,332
Investment income $7,885
Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds $0
Royalties $0
Net Rental Income $0
Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales $82,234
Net Income from Fundraising Events -$2,585
Net Income from Gaming Activities $0
Net Income from Sales of Inventory $0
Miscellaneous Revenue$0
Total Revenue $1,687,090

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