Report to the Community FISCAL YEAR 2018 8 Organizations
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Report to the Community FISCAL YEAR 2018 8 Organizations. 1 Cause. A Stronger Community. In response to the teachings of Jesus Christ, our mission is to serve people in need, especially those who are poor and vulnerable; work to improve social conditions for all people in the community; and to call members of the Church and community to do the same. Cardinal Ritter Senior Services | Good Shepherd Children & Family Services | Marygrove | Queen of Peace Center Saint Louis Counseling | Saint Martha’s Hall | St. Francis Community Services | St. Patrick Center 2 www.ccstl.org n [email protected] n 314.367.5500 Letters from our Leadership A message from Theresa E. Ruzicka, CPA President, Catholic Charities of St. Louis Dear Friends: Since 1912, the Catholic Charities of St. Louis by defining the reason we exist – our core As a donor, you help make it possible for us mission has called people to be the loving purpose – which is, quite simply, to share God’s to maintain, grow, and develop programs that eyes, ears, and hands of Christ. Because our love by helping others. We also identified bring real change to people struggling with employees, volunteers, and supporters respond federation values, like a Passion for Mission to poverty, abuse, neglect, homelessness, physical daily to this call to love, last year more than Serve and Fostering Human Dignity. and mental health challenges, and more. 110,000 people in need benefitted from Catholic Together, in Christ’s name, we are helping build Charities of St. Louis Federation services. a stronger community. A new opportunity to put our purpose and values into action took root this year In addition to providing a loving, human as we entered into a partnership with the With sincere gratitude, touch, we strive to follow best practices and Archdiocese of St. Louis and the Rural Parish to be good stewards of our resources. Our Workers of Christ the King to develop a mobile Theresa E. Ruzicka, CPA commitment to excellence was recognized this clinic program that will soon bring healthcare year with another four-star rating from Charity and social services to our uninsured brothers President Navigator; the Guide-Star Platinum Seal of and sisters living in some of the poorest Catholic Charities of St. Louis Transparency; and four-year re-accreditation counties in the diocese. What a beautiful from the Council on Accreditation (COA). way to love our neighbors and respond to Pope Francis’ call to accompany those on Looking toward the future, we recently the margins of society. You can see the Rural completed a new strategic plan. We began Parish Clinic and learn more on page nine. “What does love look like? It has the hands to help others. It has the eyes to see misery and want. It has the ears to hear the sighs and sorrows of others.” – St. Augustine www.ccstl.org n [email protected] n 314.367.5500 3 A message from Cheryl Archibald Board Chair, Catholic Charities of St. Louis Dear Friends: For the past two years, I have proudly served as Board Chair for I will be staying close to the Catholic Charities mission and continuing Catholic Charities of St. Louis. 2018 marks my ninth consecutive year to support the good work being done to minister to those who are poor of board service, and in keeping with term limits, I am passing the and vulnerable. I know I speak for the entire Board of Directors when I baton to the new Chair, Mr. Jay Holland. Jay is a man of great faith express my gratitude for the gifts of time, treasure, talent, and prayer and vision; I am confident he will lead the board with excellence into Catholic Charities of St. Louis receives every day from people like you! 2019 and beyond. May God bless you and your family. I have loved being a part of the Catholic Charities story, with each chapter more exciting than the next. This year was no exception! The Pathways to Progress initiative launched in 2016, for example, Sincerely, continues to grow and empower families to reach their fullest potential. It is a true collaboration between Catholic Charities, its Cheryl Archibald eight federated agencies, community partners and donors, all Board Chair investing in people yearning for a better tomorrow. You can read more about Pathways to Progress on page eight. “I have loved being a part of the Catholic Charities story, with each chapter more exciting than the next.” 4 www.ccstl.org n [email protected] n 314.367.5500 Revenue and Expenses For fiscal year ended June 30, 2018 Revenue Revenue totaled $100,038,864 $100,038,864, up 14% from the prior fiscal year. Contributions grew by $3,067,072 (32%), and program service fees and Administrative and 13% 1% private contracts were up fundraising costs were 9% by $2,469,781 (8%). of total expenses. 1% nstnts 38% n tr Net revenue from 11% investments and other The remaining 91% of totaled $985,809, down expenses were dedicated 33% $1,241,931 from a year to programs that improve ago. Investment income the quality of life of the decreased $536,219. people we serve. Expenses $95,855,604 Operating expenses grew Net assets totaled by $3,513,782 (4%). Salaries $33,880,000 at June 38% and benefits increased 30, 2018. All figures 5%, and aid to individuals derived from audited increased 12%, driven by financial statements. 33% expanded programs. Also, the expense for doubtful 7% 20% receivables increased by $2,268,539, because of overdue billings for services. 2% www.ccstl.org n [email protected] n 314.367.5500 5 Our Impact A Federation of Eight Agencies Serving All 11 Counties in the Archdiocese of St. Louis 110,514 6,465 people were assisted by the Our Goal volunteers dedicated their time and Catholic Charities Federation’s 64 resources to help people in need. programs at 58 sites last year. is Clear 76.3% We seek to break the cycle of 91,906 of people we serve live below the federal poverty, abuse and neglect, to hours were spent volunteering. poverty line ($24,600 for a family of four). empower people to make positive, permanent changes in their lives and support people to lead self- 6,480 sufficient, dignified lives. 95% of clients were satisfied seniors were housed, fed, counseled, or with the services provided. received some other services. 6 www.ccstl.org n [email protected] n 314.367.5500 178,000 11,105 Serving instances of basic needs assistance meals were served to people who services including clothing, prescriptions, are homeless. Others and other vital services. Catholic Charities serves a wide 708 range of people: children who are 149 adults received assistance with job dependent, abused and neglected; separate schools, both public and private, searches or training. adults who are homeless or at risk received counseling services. of homelessness; women who have been abused; parents and children requiring family counseling; people struggling as the result of substance 14,810 use disorders; older adults with 76.7% children were served directly through special needs; and many more. of clients maintained or improved foster care, residential placements, day their living environments. care, after school and summer programs. www.ccstl.org n [email protected] n 314.367.5500 7 Walking the Path Together Pathways to Progress accompanies families seeking a path from poverty to stability and economic independence. Member families work with designated advisors for two to four years, receiving intense, personalized case management. Advisors connect members to our eight Catholic Charities of St. Louis agencies and other community partners to help them enhance their strengths, develop new skills, and build financial assets. Pathways to Progress served 49 families in fiscal year 2018. Additional member advisors will soon be hired in order to serve even more families in 2019. Program Highlights education, employment, family law, and more. • Members can receive valuable information at • A partnership with Mercy matches monthly workshops. Topics have included Equal Pathways members to entry-level positions Meet Mary Opportunity Housing; Holiday Stress; Budgeting with the health system. In fiscal year 2018, Determined to build a better life for her three children, and Savings; Credit Repair; Taxes; and Insurance. nearly half the members who applied were Mary – a single working mother – enrolled in Pathways • A “Savings Jar Challenge” motivates able to secure jobs through the partnership. to Progress. Mary’s member advisor connected her members to develop positive financial habits • A generous grant from Emerson helps with resources that provided personal finance, career, by matching their savings up to $100. members address legal challenges, including legal, and tax counseling, as well as assistance with car • Member Share – a member-driven advisory those related to municipal traffic issues, repairs and back-to-school necessities. council – gives members an opportunity to housing, and custody. discuss common challenges and solutions, Mary continues on her path to independence and is share which services they find most Success! saving to buy a home. “Financially and emotionally, I beneficial, and suggest additional services • 90% of adult members improved their was in a dark place,” she said. “But this program has and workshops they would like to see offered. training, education and/or income. been like a breath of fresh air. Pathways is like family • 98.5% of youth members improved their to my children and me.” Corporate and school performance. Community Support • A Community Advisory Board helps bring “This program has been like a breath of fresh air. added perspective, helping us define our Pathways is like family to my children and me.” strategies in the areas of childcare, financial -Mary H., Pathways to Progress Member since October 2017 8 www.ccstl.org n [email protected] n 314.367.5500 From Vision to Reality… The Rural Parish Clinic Mission: The Rural Parish Clinic, through the mission of Jesus Christ, will provide primary healthcare and social services to improve the health and well-being of uninsured persons in the rural communities of the Archdiocese of St.