2024 Yearend Report!

Neighborhoods United Annual Report 2024​

Overview
We are pleased to report another successful year at Neighborhoods United. Thanks to the dedication of our members, donors, and community partners, we have continued to provide vital support to organizations and families in need. Below is a detailed summary of our activities, expenditures, and funding for 2024.
Major Activities and Support Provided
1. School Backpacks Distribution

• Date: July 5, 2024
• Details: Distributed 100 school backpacks for children.
• Expenditure: $199.95 (H&M store clearance sale).
  
  

2. Winter Supplies Distribution

• Date: December 2024
• Details: Distributed approximately 500 pairs of socks, winter caps, and gloves to families and homeless individuals.
• Expenditure: $229.04 (purchased from Amazon). Additional items were donated by community members via doorstep drop-offs and direct deliveries from Amazon.
  
  

3. Grocery Assistance

• Dates:
  • March 25, 2024: Purchased four $25 King Soopers gift cards for individuals in need.
  • February 2, 2024: In partnership with the Downtown Club of Fort Collins, provided a $250 King Soopers grocery card to a family identified by Lee Cord.
• Expenditure: $350.00 (total).
  
  

4. Superhero Undies Program

• Details: Re-implemented the "Superhero Undies" program to provide elementary school students in the Poudre School District with over 3,000 pairs of underwear.
• Expenditure: $3,437.64 (purchased at Timnath Walmart with a 15% discount).

5. Direct Organizational Support

• Peace With Christ Church: Supported a youth event and provided food supplies for Rocky Mountain High School students.
  • Expenditure: $221.33.
• Poudre School District Family Coordinators: Provided clothing and home bedding for specific families in need.
  • Expenditure: $620.62.

Fundraising and Grants
1. Disc Golf Tournament Fundraiser

• Event: “Hucks for Hope” hosted by the Downtown Club of Fort Collins.
• Date: October 4, 2024.
• Amount Raised: $2,145.00 (donated to Neighborhoods United).

2. Grants Received

• Kiwanis Club of Fort Collins: Total of $3,000.00 (awarded in February and November 2024).
• Bob and Joyce Everitt Fund: $1,500.00.

3. Donations

• Houska Family: $2,000.00 toward the “Superhero Undies” program.

Administrative Expenses
Other expenses incurred during the year include:

• Zoom annual subscription fee. ($159.90)
• Website update annual fee. ($0)
• Secretary of State annual report fee. ($10.00)
• Replacement of laser printer ($299.00) and printer toner ($191.88).
• Other miscellaneous office supplies ($34.87)

Financial Summary
A detailed financial ledger has been attached for review, outlining all expenditures and funding received. Highlights include:

• Total Expenditures: Reflecting the above activities and administrative costs.
• Total Revenue: Contributions from fundraisers, grants, and donations.

Acknowledgments
We extend our deepest gratitude to all our partners, donors, and volunteers who made this year’s success possible. Special thanks to the Downtown Club of Fort Collins, the Kiwanis Club of Fort Collins, the Houska Family, and the Bob and Joyce Everitt Fund for their generous contributions. Additionally, we appreciate the ongoing support from community members who donated items and participated in our initiatives.
Together, we continue to make a positive impact on our community. Thank you for your unwavering commitment and support.
Sincerely,

Ray Martinez, Treasurer/Adminstrator