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Nashville Youth for Christ General Information Contact Information Nonprofit Address Nashville Youth for Christ Nashville Youth For Christ P.O.

1 Nashville Youth for Christ General Information Contact Information Nonprofit Address Nashville Youth for Christ Nashville Youth For Christ P.O. Box Nashville, TN Phone (615) Fax Web Site Web Site Facebook Facebook Twitter Twitter At A Glance Year of Incorporation 1976 Nashville YFC 1

2 Mission & Impact Statements Mission Youth for Christ reaches young people everywhere, working together with the local church and other like minded partners to raise up lifelong followers of Jesus who lead by their godliness in lifestyle, devotion to the word of God and prayer, passion for sharing the love of Christ and commitment to social involvement. Background Since 1944, Youth for Christ has had a distinctive history of youth evangelism. During World War II, large youth rallies spread throughout Canada, England, and America. The need to coordinate this movement led to the organization of Youth for Christ. Dr. Billy Graham was our first full-time staff evangelist. Sensitive to the changing times, Youth for Christ's ministry methodology turned to bible clubs in the late 50's. In the 1960's, Campus Life ministries to junior and senior high students became the thrust of Youth for Christ. Several new ministry models were developed, including Youth Guidance to reach those institutionalized, Teen Parents to mentor and equip young mothers to know that God has hope and purpose for them and their baby, and City Life to holistically reach and empower young people in our major urban communities. Nashville Youth for Christ was formed in 1976 to begin a ministry of service to the youth of Nashville and surrounding areas and Counties. Today we are active in numerous schools with our Campus Life and Parent Life programs in Williamson, Davidson and Sumner Counties, several juvenile detention centers, and has several City Life project areas in and around Nashville. Nashville Youth for Christ is a chartered member of Youth for Christ USA, one of over 130 chapters with Youth for Christ representation. Nashville Youth For Christ is part of the Association of Churches, along with the other YFC chapters and the host, YFC USA. Throughout its history, Youth for Christ has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to youth evangelism and Biblical Christianity. We creatively communicate the Gospel message of hope, grace, and love in order to reach every young person - one at a time. In 2019 Youth for Christ chapters celebrate our 75th year as an organization. Over the last 75 years, Youth For Christ has remained committed to boldly sharing the message of the Gospel. We remember the work God has done over the years with thankfulness, and these memories compel us to dream even bigger for the future. Impact Top accomplishments from the past year: 1) We impact over 300 students weekly in 22 schools, 50+ teen parentsand serve in 3 detention centers on a weekly basis. 2) YFC gave two students from our programs a $1,000. college scholarships to start college. 3) Over 62 decisions for Christ were made in ) The ministry of Nashville Youth For Christ has impacted over 3,000 teens this year. We want to thank you for your prayers and support! Needs 1) Broaden our Widespread Prayer for each ministry site, student, volunteer and staff thru our social media portals. 2) Additional volunteers from Churches, Universities, social agencies, community partners and other non profits 3) Provision of additional funds to aggressively grow the ministry in conjunction with the national goals of YFC USA 4) Additional staff and resources to further our outreach to additional schools and sites. 5) Continued Godly governance from our current Board of Directors and add additional board members. Other ways to donate, support, or volunteer click on donate button Service Categories Primary Organization Category Religion- Related / Christianity Secondary Organization Category Youth Development / Youth Development Programs Tertiary Organization Category 2

3 Education / Educational Services Areas of Service Areas Served TN - Davidson TN - Williamson TN - Rutherford All areas of Davidson, Williamson, Rutherford and Sumner Counties are served by this Youth For Christ ministry chapter and its programs and partners. Board Chair Statement 2017/2018 was an amazing year for Youth for Christ Nashville. We watched God move in ways that on many occasions caused us to stand still and know that He is God! We watched the lives of young men and women literally transform in front of us as their minds were transformed by the Word of God. All of the local YFC chapters have been challenged by its national organization (Youth for Christ USA) to increase the number of youth ministered to by five times. This is a huge undertaking that Nashville Youth for Christ takes very seriously and will actively pursue donors and additional sites to meet this challenge. CEO Statement On the school campus... in the community... with the Church. (On the school campus) - Our Campus Life ministry provides a safe place of acceptance where students can experience healthy relationships and learn to make good choices, establishing a solid foundation for life while they positively impact their school. All of our character classes help students cope with the pressures and struggles in life and offer hope and encouragement to them and their families. (In the community) - Youth for Christ has a commitment to social involvement with its ministries such as Teen Parents, City Life, and Juvenile Justice. Trained adult mentors connect with students to help them establish good life skills as well as giving them an opportunity to give back to their community. (With the Church) - Youth for Christ is an inter-denominational ministry that intentionally works together with local churches, like-minded ministries, and social agencies to provide sustainable and fruitful ministry. We are open to all youth, regardless of their beliefs, but really have a heart for "at-risk" students which many other non profits do not reach. We see the hope and potential in every student. 3

4 Programs Programs Campus Life Description Campus Life is an action-oriented program aimed at middle school and high school students. It allows young people to come together in weekly meetings and discuss life, and how to deal with today's obstacles and struggles in a positive, Christian way. Our staff and volunteers encourage them to achieve a "balanced life" through the physical, mental, social, and spiritual aspects of life, as well as challenging them to think through their values, ethics, and beliefs. We present the teachings of Jesus Christ, emphasizing the aspect of relationship between Him and ourselves, and how we are to relate to each other. In a society where teens will have a better than 50% chance of having reduced support in these areas because of divorce, one-parent family, or not being churched on a regular basis; Campus Life combines healthy relationships with creative programs to help teens make good choices, establish a solid foundation for life, and positively impact their schools for Christ. Budget Category Religion, General/Other Christianity Population Served Adolescents Only (13-19 years),, Parent/Teen Life Description Our local Parent/Teen Life program, as part of national Youth for Christ Teen Parents program, started locally in 1993 to support young women between the ages of 13 and 20 who are pregnant or have just had their baby. This program provides a support group for the teen who are referred to YFC by their school, local church, or social service agency. The young lady will receive assistance for physical needs, but also will receive encouragement, counsel, and instruction for their emotional, spiritual, social, and mental needs as well. In the support group where the Mom will benefit from positive peer relationships, the Teen Mom is often matched with a caring mentor as well. The Program Coordinator and mentors will also discuss the teachings of Jesus Christ, and that He gives purpose and hope for both Mom and her baby. This helps them make good choices establishing a solid foundation in the lives of both Mom and baby. Budget Category Population Served Religion, General/Other Christianity Females, Families, 4

5 City Life Description City Life is a more holistic ministry model that helps young people in urban communities through teaching life skills, building relationships with caring adult role model "mentors", providing opportunities for positive group experiences, a chance to give back to their community through social involvement, and opportunities to discuss the teachings of Jesus Christ and its relevance to their lives. In areas where teens often experience minimal support economically, spiritually, and where family role models are often absent, City Life will combat the allure of the gang by providing positive peer support to become productive citizens of the community. Budget Category Population Served Religion, General/Other Christianity At-Risk Populations, Minorities, Juvenile Justice Description Through the Juvenile Justice Ministry, YFC is working in six detention centers in Nashville which is making a significant difference in the young adult lives being served. We coach, counsel, advise, and love these individuals to let them know that they can have hope and a future outside of life of crime. Budget 34,000 Category Population Served Examples of Program Success Religion, General/Other Christianity Offenders/Ex-Offenders, Adolescents Only (13-19 years), We have seen a substantial reduction in recidivism rates with the students we mentor. Our Juvenile Justice Director contacts each student after their release from detention center. Our goal is to help them finish their education or enter a trade, find employment and discipline their lives so that they can reenter society and succeed. We maintain a relationship with these students as long as they will allow us to and several have become volunteers for Youth for Christ and other ministries. CEO Comments On the school campus, in the community or with the Church. (On the school campus) - Our Campus Life ministry provides a safe place of acceptance where students can experience healthy relationships and learn to make good choices, establishing a solid foundation for life while they positively impact their school. All of our character classes help students cope with the pressures and struggles in life and offer hope and encouragement to them and their families. (In the community) - Youth for Christ has a commitment to social involvement with its ministries such as Teen Parents, City Life, and Juvenile Justice. Trained adult mentors connect with students to help them establish good life skills as well as giving them an opportunity to give back to their community. (With the Church) - Youth for Christ is an inter-denominational ministry that intentionally works together with local churches, like-minded ministries, and social agencies to provide sustainable and fruitful ministry. Youth For Christ is affiliated with the Association of Churches. We are open to all youth, regardless of their beliefs, but have a heart for lost students which many other non profits do not reach. We see the hope and potential in every student. 5

6 Governance Board Chair Board Chair Mr. Sam Bumpus Company Affiliation CPA - retired Term July 2015 to June sambumpus@gmail.com Board Members Name Affiliation Status Ms. Betty Borth Retired Voting Mr. Sam Bumpus Retired Voting Mr. John Foreman Retired - Management Voting Ms. Laura Foreman Retired CPA Voting Mr. Ken Harms Retired - UPS Executive Voting Mr. Joe Hutts Hospital Management Voting Mr. Scott Schumpert CRI CPAs Voting Mr. Ron Shepherd Retired - Executive Voting Mr. Todd Sneed Voting Mr. Craig Stanley Tennessee Steel Haulers Voting Dr. Brian Swenson retired Voting Board Demographics - Ethnicity African American/Black 0 Asian American/Pacific Islander 0 Caucasian 11 Hispanic/Latino 0 Native American/American Indian 0 Other 0 Board Demographics - Gender Male 9 Female 2 Unspecified 0 Governance Board Term Lengths 1 Board Term Limits 0 Board Meeting Attendance % 80% 6

7 Written Board Selection Criteria? Written Conflict of Interest Policy? Under Development Under Development Percentage Making Monetary Contributions 90% Percentage Making In-Kind Contributions 90% Constituency Includes Client Representation No Number of Full Board Meetings Annually 11 Board CoChair Board CoChair Mr. Ron Shepherd Company Affiliation n/a Term July 2017 to June Standing Committees 7

8 Management Executive Director/CEO Executive Director Mr. Jeffrey Shicks Term Start June Experience Pastor, Youth Ministry and Development Nashville Youth for Christ is excited that Jeff Shicks, (former Campus Life Director), has been elected as the new full time Executive Director of our Nashville chapter since May of Jeff s love, commitment to experience in ministry and experience in non-profits will be an asset to the communities we serve. He has invested has over 35 years of experience mentoring students. He first served as a police officer and a juvenile probation officer for 9 years in Westerville, Ohio. He started several programs in public schools and detention centers that were geared towards helping youth engage in positive choices and healthy relationships. During that time Jeff was also the youth pastor at Sunbury Christian Church in Ohio for 12 years.jeff spent the next 14 years in Florida as the Executive Director and founder of The Bridge Youth Center. The Bridge Youth Center impacted more than 6,500 students under the leadership of Jeff; many of those students coming from broken homes, gangs and violent crimes, teen pregnancies and addictions. He developed and served on a local youth leader network, called Union Station that equipped numerous local youth leaders in the SW Florida. He served as the President of ALS Charter School Board in Fort Myers, Florida in 2008 and Jeff is also the PT Sr High pastor at Lakeshore Christian Church in Antioch, TN. Since 2009, Jeff has served with this Youth For Christ chapter which covers Williamson, Davidson, Rutherford and Sumner counties. Co-CEO Co-CEO Term Start Experience Retired Certified Public Accountant Mr. Sam Bumpus sambumpus@gmail.com Former CEOs Name Term Mr. Ron Shepherd Jan Apr 2017 Staff Full Time Staff 1 Part Time Staff 3 Volunteers 29 Contractors 1 Retention Rate 83% Plans & Policies Does the organization have a documented Fundraising Plan? Yes 8

9 Does the organization have an approved Strategic Plan? Under Development Number of years Strategic Plan Considers 5 When was Strategic Plan adopted? Mar 2019 In case of a change in leadership, is a Management Succession plan in place? Under Development Does the organization have a Policies and Procedures Plan? Yes Does the organization have a Nondiscrimination Policy? Yes Does the organization have a Whistle Blower Policy? Yes Does the organization have a Document Destruction Policy? No Awards Awards Award/Recognition Organization Year Community Appreciation Award Community Partner Award Certificate of Appreciation for Volunteer Services Community Achieves MNPS Antioch Middle Prep Pencil Foundation MNPS Antioch, Maplewood, Hillsboro High Schools Davidson County Juvenile Detention Center Senior Staff Mr. Jeff Shicks Title Campus Life Director Experience/Biography Mrs. Melissa Sheridan Title Ministry/Parent Life Director Experience/Biography Mr. Emil Justian Title Pastor/Juvenile Justice Director Experience/Biography 9

10 Ms. Camille Haygood Title Parent Life Director Experience/Biography 10

11 Financials Fiscal Year Fiscal Year Start July Fiscal Year End June Projected Revenue $197, Projected Expenses $256, Endowment Value $0.00 Endowment Spending Policy N/A Endowment Spending Percentage (if selected) 0% Detailed Financials Revenue and Expenses Total Revenue $236,874 $230,425 $262,464 Total Expenses $220,294 $199,119 $181,268 Revenue Sources Foundation and Corporation $141,500 $141,500 $191,500 Contributions Government Contributions $0 $0 $0 Federal $0 $0 $0 State $0 $0 $0 Local $0 $0 $0 Unspecified $0 $0 $0 Individual Contributions $29,591 $21,618 $15,686 Indirect Public Support $0 $0 $0 Earned Revenue $0 $0 $0 Investment Income, Net of Losses $94 $76 $51 Membership Dues $0 $0 $0 Special Events $65,689 $67,231 $55,227 Revenue In-Kind $0 $0 $0 Other $0 $0 $0 11

12 Expense Allocation Program Expense $190,981 $157,206 $175,298 Administration Expense $29,313 $41,913 $5,970 Fundraising Expense $0 $0 $0 Payments to Affiliates $0 Total Revenue/Total Expenses Program Expense/Total Expenses 87% 79% 97% Fundraising Expense/Contributed Revenue 0% 0% 0% Assets and Liabilities Total Assets $246,694 $229,163 $198,285 Current Assets $238,257 $219,421 $183,545 Long-Term Liabilities $0 $0 $0 Current Liabilities $3,432 $2,481 $2,909 Total Net Assets $243,262 $226,682 $195,376 Short Term Solvency Current Ratio: Current Assets/Current Liabilities Long Term Solvency Long-Term Liabilities/Total Assets 0% 0% 0% Top Funding Sources Top Funding Source & Dollar Amount Foundations and Corporations $141,500 Foundations and Corporations $141,500 Foundations & Corporations $191,500 Second Highest Funding Source & Dollar Fundraising Revenue Fundraising Events Fundraising Events Amount $65,689 $67,231 $55,227 Third Highest Funding Source & Dollar Amount Contributions, Gifts and Grants $29,591 Contributions, Gifts and Grants $21,618 Contributions, Gifts & Grants $15,686 Capital Campaign Is the organization currently conducting a Capital Campaign for an endowment or the purchase of a major asset? No Capital Campaign Goal $0.00 Capital Campaign Raised-to-Date Amount $0.00 as of 0 Capital Campaign Anticipated in Next 5 Years? No State Charitable Solicitations Permit TN Charitable Solicitations Registration Yes - Expires Dec 2019 Registration No 0 GivingMatters.com Financial Comments Financials figures taken from Form 990.Form 990 was prepared by Rodefer Moss & Co., PLLC.Comments provided by Kathryn Bennett 1/8/19. 12

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