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Thea Bowman Center

Thea Bowman Center

Cleveland, OH
Tax ID52-2157682

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About this organization

Revenue

$376,930

Expenses

$365,782

Website

theabowman.org

Mission

THE THEA BOWMAN CENTER IS A COMMUNITY OF NEIGHBORS, VOLUNTEERS, AND FRIENDS OF MT. PLEASANT DEDICATED TO AFFIRMING THE SPIRIT, ENGAGING THE MIND, AND NURTURING THE BODY. THIS IS ACHIEVED THROUGH COMMUNITY OUTREACH, FOOD SUPPORT, CHILDREN'S PROGRAMS AND ADULT LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES.

About

FOOD SUPPORT PROGRAM: PROVIDES WEEKLY GROCERIES ON SATURDAY (11:30 AM - 1:30PM) AND THE LAST TUESDAY (6:00-7:00PM) OF EACH MONTH TO 7,900 MT. PLEASANT RESIDENTS ANNUALLY. THE CENTER HAS A PARTNERSHIP WITH THE CLEVELAND FOOD BANK, THE PRIMARY FOOD LINKAGE SOURCE. WE ALSO RECEIVE LIMITED MONETARY DONATIONS AND FOOD ITEMS FROM INDIVIDUALS AND CHURCHES TO SUPPORT THE FOOD PROGRAM. THE GOAL OF THE PROGRAM IS TO PROVIDE SUPPLEMENTAL FOOD SUPPORT TO RESIDENTS IN THE 44104, 44105 AND 44120 ZIP CODES ENABLING THEM TO HAVE SUFFICIENT NUTRITIONAL FOOD TO NEEDS FOR THE MONTH. THE POPULATION SERVED IN 2017/2018 WAS 60+ YEARS 16%, 18-59 YEARS 48% AND 0-17 YEARS 36%. HOT BUFFET LUNCH: PROVIDED EVERY SATURDAY (12 NOON - 1:00 PM) BY OUR FIVE PARTNER CHURCHES TO THE ELDERLY, FAMILIES AND CHILDREN. THE PROGRAM IS TOTALLY SUPPORTED BY TEAMS OF VOLUNTEERS WHO PREPARE AND SERVE A MEAL TO AN AVERAGE OF 175 PEOPLE EACH WEEK. THE GOAL OF THIS PROGRAM IT TO ENSURE THAT THE RESIDENTS OF MT. PLEASANT HAVE A HEALTHY AND NUTRITIOUS MEAL EVERY SATURDAY. OHIO BENEFITS BANK: THE CENTER IS AN OFFICIAL OBB COMMUNITY RESOURCE SITE. THE PROGRAM HELPS MT. PLEASANT RESIDENTS WITH HEAT ASSISTANCE, MEDICARE, MEDICAID, FOOD STAMPS, VOTER REGISTRATION AND FREE TAX PREPARATION. INTERGENERATIONAL GARDEN: THIS PROGRAM IS AVAILABLE TO SENIORS, CHILDREN AND FAMILIES INTERESTED IN PLANTING, MANAGING AND HARVESTING THEIR OWN FRESH VEGETABLES. THE PROGRAM OPERATES FROM APRIL THROUGH OCTOBER EACH YEAR AND IS IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE OHIO STATE EXTENSION PROGRAM. SENIOR OUTREACH: THIS PROGRAM IS OPEN TO SENIORS AGED 60 OR OLDER. THE PARTICIPANTS MEET REGULARLY TO ENGAGE IN HEALTH AND WELLNESS ACTIVITIES, SOCIALIZATION AND RECREATION .COMPUTER CLASSES TO BE HEALTHY AND BALANCED.

Interesting data from their 2019 990 filing

The non-profit's aim, as indicated in the filing, is “The thea bowman center is a community of neighbors, volunteers, and friends of mt. pleasant dedicated to affirming the spirit, engaging the mind, and nurturing the body. this is achieved through community outreach, food support, children's programs and adult learning opportunities.”.

When referring to its functions, they were specified as: “The thea bowman center is a community of neighbors, volunteers, and friends of mt. pleasant dedicated to affirming the spirit, engaging the mind, and nurturing the body. this is achieved through community outreach, food support, children's programs and adult learning opportunities.”.

  • The non-profit has reported their operating state as OH, as required by law.
  • As stated in the filing, the non-profit's address in 2019 was 11901 OAKFIELD AVENUE, CLEVELAND, OH, 44105.
  • The non-profit's form reports a total of 11 employees as of 2019.
  • 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 $250,000 and $500,000.
  • Revenue less expenses is $11,148.
  • The remuneration of the CEO of the organization is not determined through an impartial review and approval process.
  • The organization has 5 independent voting members.
  • The organization was formed in 1997.
  • 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 $126,262 in salary, compensation, and benefits to its employees.
  • The organization pays $20,601 in fundraising expenses.
  • The organization provides Form 990 to its governing body.
  • The organization has minutes of its meetings.
  • The organization has a written whistleblower policy.
  • The organization has fundraising events.

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