Connections Ministry is located in Mankato, MN. The organization was established in 2019. According to its NTEE Classification (L41) the organization is classified as: Homeless Shelters, under the broad grouping of Housing & Shelter and related organizations. As of 12/2023, Connections Ministry employed 27 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Connections Ministry 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, Connections Ministry generated $511.8k in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 5 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 31.6% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $483.8k during the year ending 12/2023. 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
WALKING WITH INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES EXPERIENCING HOMELESSNESS BY EXTENDING A RADICAL WELCOME THAT PROVIDES DIGNITY, SHELTER, AND COMMUNITY.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
CONNECTIONS SHELTER - LOW-BARRIER SEASONAL OVERNIGHT SHELTER THAT RUNS FROM APPROXIMATELY OCTOBER 1 TO APRIL 30. BED CAPACITY IS 40. WE SERVE MEN, WOMEN AND FAMILIES. GUESTS APPLY FOR A BED, GO THROUGH AN INTAKE PROCESS AND ARE ASSIGNED A BED FOR AN INITIAL 30 DAYS, ALONG WITH A CARE COORDINATOR TO ASSIST WITH OVERCOMING BARRIERS TO HOUSING. ALONG WITH A BED, DINNER IS SERVED EACH NIGHT, AND A CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST IN THE MORNING. SHELTER IS OPEN FROM 5PM TO 8AM EACH DAY. PAID STAFF ARE IN THE SHELTER DURING OPERATING HOURS.
OTHER PROGRAMS: ASSISTANCE AND SHELTER CHURCH
GENERAL PROGRAMS - EXPENSES THAT WILL APPLY TO BOTH PROGRAMS, SPECIAL EVENTS, ADMINISTRATION COSTS, ETC.
DROP-IN CENTER - THE DROP-IN CENTER HOUSES OUR EXECUTIVE OFFICES, AS WELL AS SERVES AS A PLACE FOR GUESTS TO ACCESS TO-GO MEALS, SNACKS, BEVERAGES AND OTHER VARIOUS NEEDS. GUESTS CAN MEET WITH A SOCIAL WORKER AND GET ACCESS TO OTHER COMMUNITY RESOURCES, DEPENDING ON THEIR INDIVIDUAL NEEDS.
Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
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David Morgan Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Pat Shortall Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 3 | $0 |
Jennifer Mans-Clark Board Member | Trustee | 3 | $0 |
Liz Levine Board Member | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Debbie Ogren Board Member | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Kelly Mcbride Board Member | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Statement of Revenue | |
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Federated campaigns | $0 |
Membership dues | $0 |
Fundraising events | $0 |
Related organizations | $0 |
Government grants | $55,180 |
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $456,459 |
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $511,639 |
Total Program Service Revenue | $319 |
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 | -$183 |
Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
Total Revenue | $511,775 |
Statement of Expenses | |
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Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $196 |
Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $2,585 |
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 | $341,120 |
Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
Other employee benefits | $19,711 |
Payroll taxes | $17,352 |
Fees for services: Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
Fees for services: Accounting | $13,660 |
Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Other | $914 |
Advertising and promotion | $420 |
Office expenses | $19,616 |
Information technology | $1,862 |
Royalties | $0 |
Occupancy | $52,584 |
Travel | $870 |
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 | $1,388 |
Insurance | $7,925 |
All other expenses | $0 |
Total functional expenses | $483,758 |
Balance Sheet | |
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Cash—non-interest-bearing | $117,705 |
Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
Accounts receivable, net | $14,757 |
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 | $2,800 |
Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $3,482 |
Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
Investments—other securities | $0 |
Investments—program-related | $0 |
Intangible assets | $0 |
Other assets | $1,500 |
Total assets | $140,244 |
Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $18,828 |
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 | $18,828 |
Net assets without donor restrictions | $121,416 |
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 | $140,244 |