The First United Methodist Church Foundation Of Laurens is located in Laurens, SC. The organization was established in 1988. According to its NTEE Classification (X20) the organization is classified as: Christianity, under the broad grouping of Religion-Related and related organizations. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. First United Methodist Church Foundation Of Laurens 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, First United Methodist Church Foundation Of Laurens generated $84.1k in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 7 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 25.1% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $31.3k during the year ending 12/2021. While expenses have increased by 23.7% 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.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2021
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
(1) TO RECEIVE, HOLD, MANAGE, AND INVEST FUNDS FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF LAURENS, SC (2) TO PROVIDE FINANCIAL HELP FOR THE POOR, SICK OR NEEDY RESIDENTS OF LAURENS COUNTY, SC
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
THE FOUNDATION PROVIDED 28 FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE GRANTS TO LAURENS COUNTY RESIDENTS TOTALING $6,760.00. THESE GRANTS ARE AUTHORIZED AND APPROVED BY THE PASTOR OF THE FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF LAURENS, SC IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE ENDOWMENT'S GUIDELINES. PAYMENTS ARE PRIMARILY USED TO PAY UTILITY RELATED BILLS, ASSISTANCE WITH MEDICAL BILLS, AND TEMPORARY HOUSING COSTS.
THE FOUNDATION TRANSFERRED $15,000.00 AS REQUESTED BY THE MISSIONS COMMITTEE OF THE CHURCH IN ORDER TO PROVIDE FUNDS IN SUPPORT OF THEIR MINISTRIES.
Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
---|---|---|---|
Smith Patterson Chairman | OfficerTrustee | $0 | |
Sam Howell Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | $0 | |
Teresa Crabtree Director | Trustee | $0 | |
Scott Tollison Director | Trustee | $0 | |
Annette Elwood Director | Trustee | $0 | |
Gene Curry Director | Trustee | $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 | $10,000 |
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $10,000 |
Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
Investment income | $13,534 |
Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
Royalties | $0 |
Net Rental Income | $0 |
Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $60,523 |
Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
Total Revenue | $84,057 |
Statement of Expenses | |
---|---|
Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $6,760 |
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 | $0 |
Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
Other employee benefits | $0 |
Payroll taxes | $0 |
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 | $9,546 |
Fees for services: Other | $0 |
Advertising and promotion | $0 |
Office expenses | $0 |
Information technology | $0 |
Royalties | $0 |
Occupancy | $0 |
Travel | $0 |
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 | $15,000 |
Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $0 |
Insurance | $0 |
All other expenses | $0 |
Total functional expenses | $31,306 |
Balance Sheet | |
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Cash—non-interest-bearing | $5,010 |
Savings and temporary cash investments | $45,332 |
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 | $40,650 |
Inventories for sale or use | $0 |
Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $0 |
Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $0 |
Investments—publicly traded securities | $894,489 |
Investments—other securities | $0 |
Investments—program-related | $0 |
Intangible assets | $0 |
Other assets | $0 |
Total assets | $985,481 |
Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $0 |
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 | $0 |
Net assets without donor restrictions | $563,062 |
Net assets with donor restrictions | $422,419 |
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 | $985,481 |
Beg. Balance | $392,417 |
Earnings | $46,176 |
Admin Expense | $4,414 |
Net Contributions | $10,000 |
Other Expense | $21,760 |
Ending Balance | $422,419 |
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