The Works Inc is located in Memphis, TN. The organization was established in 1999. According to its NTEE Classification (L20) the organization is classified as: Housing Development, Construction & Management, under the broad grouping of Housing & Shelter and related organizations. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Works 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, Works Inc generated $40.2m in total revenue. All expenses for the organization totaled $5.7m during the year ending 12/2023. While expenses have increased by 38.8% 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
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
THE WORKS, INC. REBUILDS, RESTORES, AND RENEWS MEMPHIS NEIGHBORHOODS THROUGH INNOVATION, ADVOCACY AND COLLABORATION.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
THE ORGANIZATION PROVIDES AN ARRAY OF SERVICES AND PROGRAMS RELATED TO COMMUNITY AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT. THIS INCLUDES NEIGHBORHOOD REVITALIZATION, CONSUMER ADVOCACY, AND OTHER SUPPORTIVE SOCIAL SERVICES IN SUPPORT OF FAMILIES AND PERSONS REQUISITE TO A HOLISTIC, HEALTHFUL, AND SOCI-ECONOMIC SUCCESS.
THE ORGANIZATION PROVIDES HOUSING ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS TO CONSUMERS WHO RESIDE WITHIN ITS TARGETD AREAS. THESE SERVICES INCLUDE HOME BUYER EDUCATION, DOWN PAYMENT ASSISTANCE, AND AFFORDABLE LEASES IN SAFE HOUSING.
THE ORGANIZATION HAS SEVERAL PROGRAMS AIMED AT COMBATTING HUNGER, ESPECIALLY IN AREAS THAT HAVE BEEN DEEMED FOOD DESERTS. THE ORGANIZATION ALSO PROVIDES NUTRITIONAL EDUCATION AND SUSTENANCE TO MANY OF ITS CONSUMERS. THE ORGANIZATION OPERATES A COMMUNITY GROCER AS WELL AS SPONSORING A FARMERS MARKET TO PROVIDE HEALTY MEAL OPTIONS FOR ITS CONSUMERS.
Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
---|---|---|---|
Roshun Austin CEO | Officer | 40 | $225,425 |
Ron Belz Board Member | Trustee | 0 | $0 |
Camille Fulton Board Member | Trustee | 0 | $0 |
Kenya Hooks Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 0 | $0 |
Kendrick Joyce Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 0 | $0 |
Lisa Klesges Board Member | OfficerTrustee | 0 | $0 |
Statement of Revenue | |
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Federated campaigns | $0 |
Membership dues | $0 |
Fundraising events | $0 |
Related organizations | $0 |
Government grants | $938,520 |
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $38,008,027 |
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $38,946,547 |
Total Program Service Revenue | $850,886 |
Investment income | $0 |
Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
Royalties | $0 |
Net Rental Income | $126,112 |
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 | $112,609 |
Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
Total Revenue | $40,214,549 |
Statement of Expenses | |
---|---|
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 | $1,925,429 |
Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
Other employee benefits | $258,941 |
Payroll taxes | $143,817 |
Fees for services: Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Legal | $34,708 |
Fees for services: Accounting | $96,883 |
Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Other | $0 |
Advertising and promotion | $0 |
Office expenses | $0 |
Information technology | $0 |
Royalties | $0 |
Occupancy | $0 |
Travel | $34,018 |
Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 |
Interest | $48,351 |
Payments to affiliates | $0 |
Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $192,003 |
Insurance | $755,198 |
All other expenses | $2,089,790 |
Total functional expenses | $5,746,450 |
Balance Sheet | |
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Cash—non-interest-bearing | $1,036,211 |
Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
Pledges and grants receivable | $383,767 |
Accounts receivable, net | $689,712 |
Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $527,968 |
Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
Inventories for sale or use | $0 |
Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $11,724 |
Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $6,068,565 |
Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
Investments—other securities | $0 |
Investments—program-related | $0 |
Intangible assets | $0 |
Other assets | $31,417,969 |
Total assets | $40,135,916 |
Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $316,058 |
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 | $1,048,697 |
Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
Other liabilities | $1,197,945 |
Total liabilities | $2,562,700 |
Net assets without donor restrictions | $37,573,216 |
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 | $40,135,916 |