EMPOWERING POTENTIAL
2019 ANNUAL REPORT JULY 1, 2018 - JUNE 30, 2019
MESSAGE FROM CEO & BOARD CHAIR
Hane & Caleb
DEAR SUPPORTERS AND FRIENDS,
Thank you for caring about the youth in our community. Your diligent commitment has created pathways to possibilities for thousands of children who at one point thought unimaginable. Through partnerships, volunteerism, and financial stewardship, supporters like you make these one-to-one relationships flourish into lifelong friendships that changes a child’s trajectory for success. Jaliyah & Donna
At Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Carolinas our focus is prevention. We empower, enable and ignite the potential that resides within every child. Our vision is that all children achieve success. We do this by facilitating mentorship relationships that expose children to opportunities that will deter them from wanting to drop out of school; teaching them coping skills and confidence building exercises to help them avoid risky behaviors that could lead to juvenile detention; and providing them with tools, connections, and resources to begin to close the opportunity gap. We are working toward ending generational poverty for good.
Currently, we are serving over 1,400 children in three counties, but the need is so great! We continuously seek to collaborate with other agencies in the community to reach more children and broaden our impact. FY 2019 was a strong year and we are looking forward to an even brighter 2020!
Together we can Empower Potential!
Donna Y. Dunlap Hane Tarris Chief Executive Officer Chair, Board of Directors
3 LEADERSHIP
LEADERSHIP - BOARD OF DIRECTORS YOUNG PROFESSIONALS LEADERSHIP COUNCIL Hane Tarris, Bank of America, Chair Alex Barger Donna Julian, Hornets Sports & Entertainment, Vice-Chair Dedra Boyd Bryan DaCanal Rich Jones, The Zabel Companies, Treasurer Brad Evans Kelly Adkisson, Slalom Kathryn Hart Molly Aiken, Adobe Kenyata Jones Briana Lawson Kevin Bailey, UNC Charlotte Matt McMillan Jennifer Flynn, Ally Financial Price Mitchell Karyn Godsman, Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools Wesley Miller April Harley, Nurse-Family Partnership Dan Smeaton Ghazale Johnston, Daymaker Hannah Smith Liz Jordan, Deloitte Madison Smithwood Cheslie Kryst, Miss USA 2019, on leave Anthony Tryonis Jackie Valdes Ruth Krystopolski, Atrium Health Carolyn Loudenslager, on leave Dez Miller, ACE Restoration Pros CABARRUS COUNTY LEADERSHIP COUNCIL Kenneth Oglesby, Fifth Third Bank Molly Aiken Gene Parker, Premier Healthcare Solutions, Inc. VaShon Clark Eric Reichard, Rodgers Builders, Inc. Cheryl Dearmon Kate Ring, LPL Financial Bill Dusch Haley Hill Rochelle Rivas, Independent Consultant Daniel Knisley Gail Rosenberg McHugh, Forge Communications Dimitri Mavropoulos Doug Smith, First Bank Nick Paladino David Yochum, Business Today & Cornelius Today Michelle Riley Deanna Shue LEADERSHIP TEAM Robin Seagle Donna Dunlap Debbie Snyder Chief Executive Officer George Williams Dorothy Cathey Director of Human Resources and Operations YORK COUNTY LEADERSHIP COUNCIL Stephanie Cummins Matt Goebel Vice President, Programs Lori Hanson Connie Rheinecker Dan Lehman Area Director, Cabarrus County Mark Pringel Sara Trexler Shawn Smith Director of Development Katie Stacks 4 WHO WE SERVE
Mecklenburg County 1477 53% 1145 Total Children Served Female Cabarrus County 269
399 47% York County New Matches Male 63
Ethnicity Other: 2% Multi-ethnic: 8% Caucasian: 11% Latino: 13% African American: 66%
69.7% of households served 13% of children served have earn below the federal an incarcerated parent poverty level *households tat reported *households tat reported
*Federal poverty level for a family of 4 income is $26,200 or less. 5 PROGRAMS
BEYOND SCHOOL WALLS (BSW) BIGS WITH BADGES (BWB) Local companies host middle schoolers at their corporate office BWB started in 2017 and was to connect with their mentors. originally known as Bigs in Twice a month students are Blue. This program began as presented with a workforce a way to connect police officers readiness curriculum designed to facilitate practical skills that with children (Littles) in include public speaking, financial communities in which they management, and workplace serve, through one-to-one etiquette; while spending quality mentoring. It has since been time with their Big. expanded to include BSW launched in 2012. first responders.
STUDENTS UNDERSTANDING COLLEGE AND CAREERS THROUGH EDUCATION, SKILLS, & SUPPORT (SUCCESS) Launched in 2018, SUCCESS gives current matches monthly opportunities and experiences focusing on topics such as SAT prep, finding the right college, workforce interviewing, and hands-on job skills with a focus on earning a living wage.
HIGH SCHOOL BIGS CHILDREN OF FAMILIES IN TRANSITION (COFIT) Our High School Bigs program connects high In partnership with A Child’s Place, COFIT started in school students in Mecklenburg and Cabarrus 2017 with the help of a private donor. It was a way for counties with elementary school students. Big Brothers Big Sisters to provide mentors for children These friendships build self-confidence whose families lacked permanent housing. COFIT pro- in Littles and mentoring skills in young vides parenting resources for parents and Bigs people. The High School Bigs program was to continue to build and establish stability and positive started in 2004. influences in children’s lives.
6 IMPACT
Every interaction between a Big and a Little is a step toward a child’s achievement of their biggest possible future. These one-to-one mentoring relationships lead to proven, positive outcomes for children.
EDUCATION ASPIRATIONS ACADEMICS GRADUATION RATE
94% 95% 100% maintain or improve maintain or of high school educational expectations improve grades seniors graduate
RISKY BEHAVIORS SOCIAL COMPETENCY JUVENILE JUSTICE 97% & SOCIAL ACCEPTANCE maintain or improve 92% 95% attitudes toward risky maintain or improve avoid the juvenile behaviors for community- relationships, conduct, justice system based matches and self-confidence community-based site-based AVERAGE MATCH LENGTH 40.2 months 16.1 months
7 FINANCIALS FINANCIALS
REVENUE EXPENSES Grants $ 504,144 23% Program Services $ 1,405,921 65% United Way $ 348,881 16% Fundraising $ 575,395* 27%* Contributions $ 825,016 38% Administration $ 173,770 8% Special Events $ 421,434 20% Total $ 2,155,087
Other $ 60,858 3% FY19 net assets $5,166 * Fundraising expenses include - development staff salaries, Total $2,160,253 benefits, work space, computers, event and stewardship.
FUN-RAISING Thank you to 2019 Event Sponsors and Participants. Your support had a BIG impact!
8 LIFE INSURANCE By making JOIN OUR LEGACY SOCIETY & EMPOWER THE FUTURE a charitable organization the beneficiary, you retain You can make a gift to Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central lifetime ownership of the Carolinas at no cost to you during your lifetime. The following policy. You have the right to options are ways your legacy gift can grow and strengthen a cash it in, borrow against it, child’s potential for years to come. Become a member of our and change the beneficiary. Legacy Society and Empower the Future of our community for There are no current tax generations to come! benefits and the gross proceeds will be included in STOCKS your estate with an equal Appreciated RETIREMENT ASSETS Properly assets, such as charitable deduction. You structured retirement assets grow common stock or may also transfer ownership tax-free, and for some individuals, mutual fund shares, of a life insurance policy can generate capital eventually exceed actual needs. to Big Brothers Big Sisters gains tax if sold. By By designating Big Brothers Big of Central Carolinas, or giving them as a Sisters of Central Carolinas as a purchase a new policy with charitable gift, you full or partial beneficiary, funds Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Carolinas as owner avoid capital gains pass free of taxes. tax and receive and beneficiary. a charitable tax deduction based WILLS & BEQUESTS A bequest is a gift of assets or property to a on current market beneficiary. It is the easiest gift to make with no or minimal out of value. pocket expense to establish and is revocable if you change your will prior to death. Because a charitable bequest can reduce estate taxes, it often results in long-term tax benefits. CHARITABLE REMAINDER TRUST A charitable remainder trust establishes income for you and/or beneficiaries. The income period can be a specified period of time under 20 years, or for the life of the income beneficiary (or beneficiaries). Then the charity receives the remaining balance in the trust.
For more information email Sara Trexler at [email protected] 9 OF BIG SISTER THE YEAR BIG SISTER DIXIE & LITTLE SISTER JAYA
Jaya and Dixie met 9 years ago when Jaya was a new experiences and opportunities that are building participant in the school-based mentoring program. the foundation for Jaya’s future success. Four years Jaya was a young girl with immense talent and ago, Dixie took Jaya on a day trip to Raleigh, North motivation but struggled with reading which led to low Carolina. Jaya was thrilled about her first train ride and self-esteem and began to encumber her life. However, exploring a new city. with consistent support and encouragement from Dixie, Jaya began to flourish. Today, Jaya is a 10th grader who is known for her fearless drive and confident attitude. She continues Years later, now within the community-based program, to work hard in school while keeping a positive Dixie and Jaya continue to meet to work on school mindset. Jaya’s mother says that this experience with assignments, discuss college options and explore the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Carolinas has possibilities for her future. Dixie remains a consistent contributed to so much of Jaya’s growth and that “to support for Jaya, and maintains that she is always this day Jaya lights up whenever she gets to see her big just a phone call away. Not only does Dixie provide sister and is happy she has another person in her life consistency for Jaya, but Dixie has also exposed Jaya to who truly cares for her.”
10 OF BIG BROTHER THE YEAR BIG BROTHER ALEX & LITTLE BROTHER JAYDEN
When Jayden’s grandmother enrolled him in the Big Brothers Big Sisters program in 2015, what she hoped for was a positive male role model. When Alex came into their lives, it was clear that he was going to be much more. Alex’s quick wit, ambitious nature, and positive personality impacts everyone around him. Alex has been not only a mentor to Jayden, but as Jayden fondly refers to him, his best friend. Alex was by Jayden’s side in the hospital when his great-grandmother passed away. Alex has taken Jadeyn to dozens of sporting events, volunteered throughout our community with him, and challenged him with summer reading lists. Alex’s consistency and dependability helped create comfort and stability in Jayden’s life and Jayden’s grandmother is extremely grateful for their connection. Alex keeps Jayden focused by setting goals and celebrating his successes. Alex’s fondness of travel has opened Jayden’s eyes to new cultures and food and sparked Jayden’s curiosity about the world. He even eats seaweed now!
Alex’s influence on Jayden’s life reaches beyond his close- knit friendship with Jayden and his family, but also into his academic life. Although Alex loves to have fun with Jayden, it was critical for him to ensure Jayden receives the best possible education. With Alex’s support, Jayden was entered into a lottery for a sought after charter school and Jayden was accepted last year. Jayden now has access to new opportunities and organizations at his new school, building the foundation for his future success.
11 AWARDS & RECOGNITIONS
NONPROFIT OF THE YEAR
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Carolinas, Cabarrus County received the 2019 Nonprofit of the Year Award presented by the Cabarrus Regional Chamber of Commerce. Hilbish Ford, located in Cabarrus County, sponsors this award. To be considered for this award, an organization has to demonstrate a significant impact on the citizens in the community, show unique growth or expand services, and have creative or innovative leadership. Hilbish Ford General Manager, Tim Vaughn, presents the Nonprofit of the Year Award to Connie Rheinecker, SAFE PLACE Area Director, Cabarrus County Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Carolinas.
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Carolinas is now THE QUALITY AWARD designated a Safe Place. Eligibility For the last two years, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central requires establishing a partnership with Carolinas (BBBSCC) has been presented with the National the Relatives (Safe Place). The Relatives is Quality Award. The National Quality award recognizes Big an agency providing a safe place for youth Brothers Big Sisters agencies that have met the criteria for ages 7-17. The youth can be homeless, the number of children served and the amount of revenue runaways, or are having a conflict in the received throughout the 2018 calendar year. To receive this home. They can stay at the Relatives award, BBBSCC achieved a community-based and site-based location for 14 days. retention rate higher than the national average. The Quality award is a result of the hard work and dedication BBBSCC has The Relatives recruits, trains, and provides put into empowering the youth in Mecklenburg, Cabarrus, and signage for businesses and organizations York county. With the commitment of the staff, our board, and who choose to display the Safe Place sign outstanding volunteers, we proudly accepted this award at the to support those in need. 2019 National Conference, that we hosted in Charlotte.
12 COMMUNITY PARTNERS
A Child’s Place Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Kemba Walker Foundation Boys & Girls Club of Department Mayor’s Mentoring Alliance Cabarrus County Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools Mint Hill Police Department Big Day at the Lake Committee City of Concord Providence Day School Bluementhal Performing Arts City of Kannapolis Renaissance West Boys & Girls Club of York County Communities in Schools Scarlett Hearts Cabarrus County Schools Concord Police Department SHARE Charlotte Cannon School Dilworth United Methodist The Harvest Center Carolina Panthers Church The Police Athletic League (PAL) Charlotte Country Day School Elevation Church Year Up Charlotte Hornets Kannapolis City Schools YMCA Central Carolinas Charlotte Knights Kannapolis Police Department
We provide our Bigs and Littles with opportunities to come together and celebrate with other matches outside of their one-on-one mentoring time.
KEY MATCH EVENTS
Bowl For Kids’ Sake Graduation Big Day at the Lake Back to School Bash Holiday Party
13 We could not empower the potential of children we serve without the generosity of businesses, foundations, and individuals in our community. Thank you for believing in our mission and changing the lives of children for the better.
CORPORATE SPONSORS $30,000+
Atrium Health Mariam and Robert Hayes Charitable Trust Ally Financial, Inc. Quicken Loans Community Fund Bank of America
$7,500 - $29,999
ACN, Inc. Duke Energy Charlotte Country Day School Freedom Boat Club of the Carolinas Ckezepis Law, PLLC Route One
$3,500 - $7,499
Ace Restoration Pros Deloitte Publix Super Market Charities Acoustical Interiors DPR Construction Rodgers Builders, Inc. ARSE Eastern Constructors, Inc. Rosendin Electric, Inc. AT&T Eldeco, Inc. Shelco, Inc. Buchanan Technologies Embree-Reed, Inc. Showalter Construction Co., Inc. Byron Financial, LLC F5 Networks Sonic Automotive, Inc. Cadwalader, Wickersham, and Herlocker Mechanical Systems Spectrum Interiors of SC, Inc. Taft, LLP Lake Norman Chrysler Dodge Starr Electric Company, Inc. Carolina Built Jeep Ram Steelfab, Inc. Cashion’s Quik Stop Lithko Contracting, Inc. StoneLaurel Consulting CDK Global, LLC LMK Clinical Research Consulting TIAA CDW Corporation McKenney’s, Inc. Triaxiom Security Charlotte Pipe & Foundry Co. Metrolina Greenhouses, Inc. Turner Construction Company Charlotte Works National Basketball Association UNC Charlotte Chase Auto National Gypsum Co. US Bank Childress Klein Properties, Inc. NFP Corporate Services, Inc. Viking Steel Services, Inc. Concrete Supply Co. Novant Health Huntersville Warco Construction Core & Main Medical Center Crown Castle USA, Inc. Precision Walls
2019 Fiscal Year from July, 1 2018 through June 30, 2019
FOUNDATION & GIFT SUPPORT $50,000+
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Triangle Merancas Foundation, Inc. Leon Levine Foundation Sisters of Mercy of North Carolina Foundation, Inc. LPL Financial Foundation State of North Carolina Mecklenburg County Manager’s Office United Way of Central Carolinas
$10,000 - $49,999
Arnold Foundation Foundation for the Carolinas Benevity Community Impact Fund Herschel H. and Cornelia N. Everett Foundation Big Brothers Big Sisters of America Speedway Children’s Charities Carmax Foundation United Way of York County Charlotte Hornets Foundation Wells Fargo Foundation Comporium Foundation
$3,000 - $9,999
Alan P. and Robin B. Davis Donor Advised Fund KPMG Gives Ann and Wellford Tabor Family Fund Lauren Marie Kimsey Foundation Cabarrus County Community Foundation Lori & Eric Sklut Charitable Fund Charlotte Lesbian and Gay Fund Mary E. Carnrick Foundation City of Concord Provident Benevolent Foundation Duke Energy Foundation Shue Foundation Fidelity Charitable Gift Fund UPS Foundation First Presbyterian Church Concord Wells Fargo Philanthropy Fund
INDIVIDUAL DONORS $3,000+
Kelly Adkisson Rich Jones Donald Sherrill Raymond Baldwin Elizabeth Jordan Ronald Sherrill Tom & Sylvia Brydon Ghazale Johnston Carl Showalter Bill Cain Donna Julian Greg Smith Tom & Elizabeth Carlisle Jim Lilley Brent Sparks Alex Dickey Carolyn Loudenslager Brent Spear Kolby Dougherty Susan Loudenslager Randolph Stephenson Bill Dusch Jason Powers Hane Tarris & Alexis Marteslo James Engel Rochelle Rivas Jennifer Flynn Robert & Anne Schleusner OUR MISSION To create and support one-to-one mentoring relationships that ignite the power and promise of youth. OUR VISION That all youth achieve their full potential. OUR COMMITMENT EMPOWER POTENTIAL BECOME A BIG https://bbbscentralcarolinas.org/volunteer/be-a-big VOLUNTEER Learn More. https://bbbscentralcarolinas.org/volunteer
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