The United Way Of Bemidji Area
The United Way Of Bemidji Area
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About this organization
Mission
United Way of Bemidji Area's mission is to transform lives in our community by uniting people and organizations to maximize donor impact. Our vision is that we will be a recognized leader, connecting people, resources and ideas to create a thriving community characterized by measurable and long-lasting improvements in education, income, and health.
About
UNITED WAY OF BEMIDJI AREA STRATEGICALLY INVESTS DOLLARS IN REPUTABLE, KNOWLEDGEABLE AGENCIES THAT BUILD A SOLID NETWORK OF SUPPORT AROUND OUR COMMUNITY IN THE AREAS OF EDUCATION, INCOME AND HEALTH. THE COMMUNITY INVESTMENT PROCESS ENSURES THAT UNITED WAY'S INVESTMENTS IN NONPROFIT PROGRAMS AND INITIATIVES ADDRESS THE ROOT CAUSE OF THE MOST SERIOUS HUMAN NEEDS IN THE COMMUNITY AND CREATE REAL, LASTING CHANGE IN PEOPLE'S LIVES IN THE AREAS OF EDUCATION, INCOME AND HEALTH. THE COMMUNITY INVESTMENT CABINET IS THE HALLMARK OF UNITED WAY'S ACCOUNTABILITY TO THE COMMUNITY. PRIOR TO MAKING FUNDING RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE UNITED WAY'S BOARD OF DIRECTORS, THE COMMUNITY INVESTMENT CABINET SPENDS COUNTLESS HOURS THOROUGHLY REVIEWING APPLICATIONS FOR FUNDING, INCLUDING INTERVIEWING THE AGENCIES APPLYING FOR FUNDING, REVIEWING THE AGENCY'S FINANCIALS, THE PROGRAM'S OUTCOMES, THE AGENCY'S COLLABORATIVE EFFORTS, THE AGENCY'S ABILITY TO EFFECTIVELY MEET COMMUNITY AND CLIENT NEEDS, AND THE ALIGNMENT TO UNITED WAY'S FOCUS ON ADVANCING THE COMMON GOOD. THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS IS RESPONSIBLE FOR FINAL INVESTMENT DECISIONS WHEN THEY APPROVE THE TOTAL INVESTMENTS TO PARTNER AGENCIES EACH YEAR. ADDITIONAL INVESTMENTS ARE APPROVED BY THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS TO IMPLEMENT COMMUNITY IMPACT INITIATIVES AND PROGRAMS THAT ADDRESS GAPS IN RESPONDING TO CRITICAL, NEW AND EMERGING COMMUNITY NEEDS AROUND THE AREAS OF EDUCATION, INCOME AND HEALTH.
Interesting data from their 2020 990 filing
The filing outlines the non-profit's goal as “United way of bemidji area's mission is to improve lives by mobilizing the caring power of the community. our focus on advancing the common good creates a meaningful difference in the lives of area children, youth, aging adults and their caregivers, people in crisis and people with mental and physical disabilities by focusing on the building blocks for a good life: education - helping children, youth and adults achieve their full potential; income - promoting financial stability, increasing self- sufficiency and independence; and, health - improving people's health and social well-being, and providing emergency services. the united way's agenda for advancing the common good includes: investing in nonprofit health and human service programs and services that address the most critical needs and deliver the greatest impact possible; implementing community impact initiatives and support year round programs that address new and emerging needs; and, forming strategic partnerships and collabo”.
When explaining its purpose, the activities were outlined as: “United way of bemidji area's mission is to improve lives by mobilizing the caring power of the community. our focus on advancing the common good creates a meaningful difference in the lives of area children, youth, aging adults and their caregivers, people in crisis and people with mental and physical disabilities by focusing on the building blocks for a good life: education - helping children, youth and adults achieve their full potential; income - promoting financial stability, increasing self- sufficiency and independence; and, health - improving people's health and social well-being, and providing emergency services. the united way's agenda for advancing the common good includes: investing in nonprofit health and human service programs and services that address the most critical needs and deliver the greatest impact possible; implementing community impact initiatives and support year round programs that address new and emerging needs; and, forming strategic partnerships and collabo”.
- As per legal reporting requirements, the state of operation for the non-profit is MN.
- The non-profit's address for 2020 is listed as 716 PAUL BUNYAN DR NW PO BOX 27, BEMIDJI, MN, 56619 in the filing.
- As per the non-profit's form, they have 2 employees as of 2020.
- Does not operate a hospital.
- Does not operate a school.
- Does not collect art.
- Does not provide credit counseling.
- Does not have foreign activities.
- Is not a donor-advised fund.
- Is not a private foundation.
- Expenses are between $250,000 and $500,000.
- Revenue is between $500,000 and $1,000,000+.
- Revenue less expenses is $136,788.
- The CEO compensation package within the organization is determined through a review and endorsement by a neutral party.
- The organization has a written policy that describes how long it will retain documents.
- The organization has 15 independent voting members.
- The organization was formed in 1987.
- The organization has a written policy that addresses conflicts of interest.
- The organization is required to file Schedule B.
- The organization is required to file Schedule O.
- The organization pays $93,731 in salary, compensation, and benefits to its employees.
- The organization pays $49,996 in fundraising expenses.
- The organization has minutes of its meetings.
- The organization has a written whistleblower policy.
- The organization has grants to organizations.
- The organization's financial statements were reviewed by an accountant.