Fundamental Needs Inc is located in Dolores, CO. According to its NTEE Classification (K30) the organization is classified as: Food Programs, under the broad grouping of Food, Agriculture & Nutrition and related organizations. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Fundamental Needs 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, Fundamental Needs Inc generated $146.2k in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 2 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 20.3% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $106.0k during the year ending 12/2022. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Form
990EZ
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990EZ Filing
TAX YEAR
2022
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3
BUILD AND INSTALL OFF-GRID WATER SYSTEMS ON THE NAVAJO RESERVATION THROUGH AN AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM. THIS PROJECT IDENTIFIES HOUSEHOLDS THAT LACK RUNNING WATER AND INSTALLS WATER SYSTEMS THAT INCLUDE WATER TANKS, SOLAR-POWERED WATER PUMPS, WATER HEATERS, AND GREYWATER GARDENS. ALONG WITH THIS, WE ARE PROVIDING VOCATIONAL TRAINING TO LOCAL HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS AT ROCK POINT COMMUNITY SCHOOL. STUDENTS ARE TRAINED ON THE SKILLS NECESSARY TO WORK WITH US ON INSTALLING OFF-GRID WATER SYSTEMS FOR HOUSEHOLDS IN THEIR COMMUNITY. STUDENTS ARE EXPOSED TO TOPICS INCLUDING PLUMBING, ELECTRICAL/SOLAR, AGRICULTURE, AND FINANCIAL LITERACY BEFORE RECEIVING HANDS-ON EXPERIENCE WORKING IN THE FIELD. AFTER COMPLETING THE INITIAL CURRICULUM, STUDENTS HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO EARN MONEY INSTALLING OFF-GRID WATER SYSTEMS AND GREYWATER GARDENS FOR FUNDAMENTAL NEEDS. SO FAR WE HAVE INSTALLED 28 SYSTEMS IN FAMILIES HOMES AND HELPED 10 STUDENTS BUILD SKILLS FOR FUTURE EMPLOYMENT.
Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
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Justice Ramos Executive Director | 50 | $15,574 | |
Cayce Reese Director Of Strategic Partnersips | 10 | $6,160 | |
Ian Fuler Design Specialist | 10 | $5,940 | |
Jennie Ramos President | 10 | $4,900 | |
Eileen Holiday Outreach Coordinator | 30 | $3,000 | |
Joe Ramos Board Memebr | 2 | $0 |
Statement of Revenue | |
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Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $144,254 |
Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
Membership dues | $0 |
Investment income | $0 |
Gain or Loss | $562 |
Net Income from Gaming & Fundraising | $1,417 |
Other Revenue | $0 |
Total Revenue | $146,233 |
Statement of Expenses | |
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Grants and similar amounts paid | $0 |
Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
Salaries, other compensation, and employee benefits | $35,575 |
Professional fees and other payments to independent contractors | $22,729 |
Occupancy, rent, utilities, and maintenance | $0 |
Printing, publications, postage, and shipping | $712 |
Other expenses | $47,014 |
Total expenses | $106,030 |
Balance Sheet | |
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Cash, savings, and investments | $83,101 |
Other assets | $0 |
Total assets | $109,424 |
Total liabilities | $0 |
Net assets or fund balances | $109,424 |
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 3 grants that Fundamental Needs Inc has recieved totaling $42,500.
Awarding Organization | Amount |
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The Ruth Danley And William Enoch Moore Fund Pittsburgh, PA PURPOSE: GENERAL OPERATING | $25,000 |
Digdeep Right To Water Project Los Angeles, CA PURPOSE: SUPPLIES | $10,000 |
Santa Fe Natural Tobacco Company Foundation Winstonsalem, NC PURPOSE: CHARITABLE ACTIVITES | $7,500 |
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