Community Support Systems Inc
- Assets
- $73.5k
- Revenue
- $415.9k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 2
- Location
- Brandywine, MD
- Founding
- 02/1996
- Data as of
- 06/2020
- EIN
- 52-1949052
Organization Overview
Community Support Systems Inc is located in Brandywine, MD. The organization was established in 1996. According to its NTEE Classification (L21) the organization is classified as: Low-Income & Subsidized Rental Housing, under the broad grouping of Housing & Shelter and related organizations. As of 06/2020, Community Support Systems Inc employed 2 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Community Support Systems 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 06/2020, Community Support Systems Inc generated $415.9k in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 6 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 2.4% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $416.6k during the year ending 06/2020. While expenses have increased by 2.9% per year over the past 6 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
2020
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
COMMUNITY SUPPORT SYSTEMS' MISSION IS TO HELP LOW- AND MODERATE-INCOME FAMILIES AND SENIOR CITIZENS ACCESS SERVICES, TO PROVIDE DIRECT ASSISTANCE, AND TO PROVIDE LOCAL PROGRAMS THAT WILL RAISE THE QUALITY OF LIFE, DIGNITY, AND INDEPENDENCE IN THE COMMUNITY. THE BOARD AND THE FAITHFUL COMMUNITY OF VOLUNTEERS WORK TIRELESSLY TO DO ONE THING IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF LIFE OF THE MOST VULNERABLE NEIGHBORS IN SOUTHERN PRINCE GEORGE'S AND NORTHERN CHARLES COUNTIES IN MD.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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THE CSS FOOD PANTRY PROGRAM OPERATES TWO FOOD PANTRIES WHICH ARE OPEN A TOTAL OF THREE TIMES PER WEEK. THERE IS NO CHARGE FOR FOOD DISTRIBUTED AT THE PANTRIES OR FOR GROCERY DELIVERY TO HOMES OF INDIVIDUALS UNABLE TO ATTEND THE PANTRY. DURING THE YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2020, THERE WERE TENS OF THOUSANDS OF INDIVIDUAL VISITS AND GROCERY DELIVERIES MADE. IN ADDITION, CSS PROVIDED FAMILIES WITH EMERGENCY BOXES OF FOOD DUE TO JOB LOSS, MEDICAL PROBLEMS, ADDITIONAL FAMILY MEMBERS MOVING IN, FIRES, OR OTHER UNEXPECTED SITUATIONS.
CHAPEL HOUSE, THE SENIOR HOME FOR LOW OR MODERATE INCOME INDEPENDENT SENIORS PROVIDED A CLEAN, COMFORTABLE, SECURE HOME DURING THE YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2020 FOR FOUR INDIVIDUALS. RENT WAS CHARGED ON SLIDING SCALE BASED ON THE INDIVIDUALS' INCOME.
THE CSS CLIENT ASSISTANCE PROGRAM HAD HUNDREDS OF BENEFICIARIES DURING IN THE YEAR THAT ENDED JUNE 30, 2020. CLIENTS RECEIVED A VARIETY OF SERVICES INCLUDING DIRECT RENT ASSISTANCE, HELP PAYING UTILITIES AND OTHER BILLS, HELP WRITING RESUMES, FILLING OUT ENERGY ASSISTANCE REQUESTS, OBTAINING SCHOOL SUPPLIES FOR THEIR CHILDREN, WORKING THROUGH DIFFICULT FAMILY SITUATIONS, APPLYING FOR PHOTO ID, KEEPING MEDICAL APPOINTMENTS, FINDING HOUSING AND MEETING MANY MORE NEEDS. LIMITED FINANCIAL HELP MADE THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN AN AUTOMOBILE THAT RUNS, HAS INSURANCE, AND CURRENT TAGS, THE HOME THAT HAS HEAT, THE RENT OR MORTGAGE WAS PAID, THE BABY-SITTER PAID, TRANSPORTATION TO A NEW JOB WAS POSSIBLE, SHELTER FOR THE NIGHT, AND MORE.
THE CSS FOOD PANTRY PROGRAM OPERATES TWO FOOD PANTRIES WHICH ARE OPEN A TOTAL OF THREE TIMES PER WEEK. THERE IS NO CHARGE FOR FOOD DISTRIBUTED AT THE PANTRIES OR FOR GROCERY DELIVERY TO HOMES OF INDIVIDUALS UNABLE TO ATTEND THE PANTRY. DURING THE YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2020, THERE WERE TENS OF THOUSANDS OF INDIVIDUAL VISITS AND GROCERY DELIVERIES MADE. IN ADDITION, CSS PROVIDED FAMILIES WITH EMERGENCY BOXES OF FOOD DUE TO JOB LOSS, MEDICAL PROBLEMS, ADDITIONAL FAMILY MEMBERS MOVING IN, FIRES, OR OTHER UNEXPECTED SITUATIONS.
CHAPEL HOUSE, THE SENIOR HOME FOR LOW OR MODERATE INCOME INDEPENDENT SENIORS PROVIDED A CLEAN, COMFORTABLE, SECURE HOME DURING THE YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2020 FOR FOUR INDIVIDUALS. RENT WAS CHARGED ON SLIDING SCALE BASED ON THE INDIVIDUALS' INCOME.
THE CSS CLIENT ASSISTANCE PROGRAM HAD HUNDREDS OF BENEFICIARIES DURING IN THE YEAR THAT ENDED JUNE 30, 2020. CLIENTS RECEIVED A VARIETY OF SERVICES INCLUDING DIRECT RENT ASSISTANCE, HELP PAYING UTILITIES AND OTHER BILLS, HELP WRITING RESUMES, FILLING OUT ENERGY ASSISTANCE REQUESTS, OBTAINING SCHOOL SUPPLIES FOR THEIR CHILDREN, WORKING THROUGH DIFFICULT FAMILY SITUATIONS, APPLYING FOR PHOTO ID, KEEPING MEDICAL APPOINTMENTS, FINDING HOUSING AND MEETING MANY MORE NEEDS. LIMITED FINANCIAL HELP MADE THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN AN AUTOMOBILE THAT RUNS, HAS INSURANCE, AND CURRENT TAGS, THE HOME THAT HAS HEAT, THE RENT OR MORTGAGE WAS PAID, THE BABY-SITTER PAID, TRANSPORTATION TO A NEW JOB WAS POSSIBLE, SHELTER FOR THE NIGHT, AND MORE.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Ethel Sheperd-Powell Executive Dir. | Officer | 36 | $51,233 |
Jennifer Hawkins President | OfficerTrustee | 5 | $0 |
Susan Franklin Williams Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 5 | $0 |
Sue Jenkins Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 5 | $0 |
Serafina Lease Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 5 | $0 |
Patty Dolesh Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 3 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $396,326 |
| 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 | $2,717 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $415,903 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $279,034 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $51,519 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $19,577 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $0 |
| Payroll taxes | $5,941 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $533 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $699 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $5,439 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $15,450 |
| Travel | $6,682 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $750 |
| Insurance | $5,091 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $416,635 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $63,750 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $5,854 |
| 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 | $2,333 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $73,535 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $12,359 |
| 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 | $12,359 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $0 |
| 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 |
| Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $61,176 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 1 grants that Community Support Systems Inc has recieved totaling $2,000.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Bobs Discount Furniture Charitable Foundation Inc Oakdale, CT PURPOSE: FOR EXEMPT PURPOSE | $2,000 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Christian Relief Services Charities Inc Alexandria, VA | $142,752,068 | $55,470,301 |
Arundel Community Development Services Inc Annapolis, MD | $42,935,600 | $33,111,572 |
Nht Communities Washington, DC | $154,306,300 | $20,911,703 |
1260 Housing Development Corporation Philadelphia, PA | $75,955,661 | $16,577,131 |
Housing Development Corporation Midatlantic Lancaster, PA | $24,908,226 | $11,939,671 |
Milford Housing Development Corperation Milford, DE | $34,677,401 | $10,337,525 |
Project Plase Inc Baltimore, MD | $6,563,951 | $8,999,720 |
Norris Square Community Alliance Philadelphia, PA | $13,759,138 | $8,779,038 |
Ebed Community Improvement Inc Upper Marlboro, MD | $8,136,869 | $7,675,137 |
Lewinsville Retirement Residence McLean, VA | $23,915,511 | $4,142,115 |
Patricia And Mark Joseph Shelter Foundation Inc Baltimore, MD | $50,852,875 | $6,368,087 |
Affordable Housing Opportunities Inc Washington, DC | $42,188,796 | $3,175,376 |