United Wayof Brazoria Countyuwbc.org

report tocommunityb2014

Dear Friend,

2014 was a year of tremendous strides for UWBC as we continued to connect individuals and families to the building blocks necessary for a good quality of life – education, income and health. Our entire community prospers when children succeed in school, when families are financially stable and independent, and when people live healthy lifestyles.

We made it a priority in 2014 to increase our presence in the community and to increase awareness of what we do. This led to more collaborations with companies and organizations, a true value to this county. As well, we were excited to see new faces join our volunteer base and greatly increase our giving power. We want to thank our passionate volunteers who gave so generously of their time and talents to

positively impact our neighbors. Numbers don’t lie; volunteer hours through UWBC more than doubled from 2013! Without all of these dedicated individuals, those who return year after year and those just starting, UWBC would not be as strong and

effective.

The 2014 Report to the Community is proof that great things are happening in Brazoria County. We are proud to share the work we are able to accomplish because of the contributions from

our supportive community and the people who commit their time, resources and skills. With results like these, we only see a brighter future.

We invite you to give, advocate and volunteer with us.

That’s what it means to LIVE UNITED.

JENNA MASTERSExecutive Director

DEBBIE PENNINGTONPresident

MISSIONUnited Way of Brazoria County collaborates with community partners to mobilize resources, finding sustainable solutions that lead to a higher quality of life.

LETTER FROM THE DIRECTOR & PRESIDENT

assets

Current assets

Cash $1,726,464

Pledges receivable 843,274

Other current assets 14,330

Total Current Assets 2,584,068

Fixed assets, net of accumulated depreciation 21,960

Total Assets $2,606,028

liabilities

Current liabilities 215,545

net assets

Unrestricted - not designated 2,390,483

Total Liabilities and Net Assets $2,606,028

revenues

Net campaign revenue

(excludes $307,666 of donor designated pledges) $2,249,237

Other support 85,024

Service fees 30,457

Miscellaneous 6,328

Total Revenues 2,371,046

expenses

Funds distributed to agencies

(excludes $288,958 of donor designated pledges) $1,706,573

Other community programs and services 263,349

Administration and fundraising 453,986

Total Expenses 2,423,908

Increase (Decrease) in Net Assets for the Year ($52,862)

united way of brazoria countySummarized Financial Information

June 30, 2014 and the year then ended

The financial information on this page was derived from our audited financial statements. Those financial statements were audited by Harry F. Koester, Jr., an independent certified public accountant, in accordance with auditing standards generally accepted in the United States of America. A complete copy of our audited financial statements is available upon request at our office.

FINANCIAL PICTURE

VISIONThrough a united effort, every Brazoria County resident will be educated, financially sound and healthy.

Debbie Pennington, PresidentEconomic Development Alliance

Allan Taylor, Past PresidentWood Group Mustang, Inc.

Melanie Gage, TreasurerBASF Corporation

Tonya Visor, SecretaryUTMB Health Angleton Danbury Campus

VICE PRESIDENTSMatt Buchanan, Resource Development

Pearland Economic Development Corporation

Kerry F. Drabek, Community ImpactFirst State Bank

Tommy Gaines, Community ServicesCommunity Volunteer

AT LARGE MEMBERSLibby Andrews-Simmons

INEOS Olefins & Polymers USA

Will KoonceThe Dow Chemical Company

Lonnie RathbunTIC Energy & Chemical, Inc.

DIRECTORSJoan Bell

Brazosport Regional Health System

Anna BryantH.E.B. plus! Pearland

Jackie DrakeChevron Phillips Chemical Company

Nekeisha GirdyAlvin I.S.D.

Ron GravesCommunity Volunteer

Dr. Patricia HertenbergerAlvin Community College

Jeffrey KuhnZachry Group

Glenn LaMontBrazoria County Emergency Management

Steve LopezCommunity Volunteer

Brian MelassKillum Pest Control

Ty MorrowCommunity Volunteer

Priscilla SanchezBrazosport College

Lisa SkaggsThe Dow Chemical Company

Williams M. Tigner IIAttorney at Law

Ann VargheseUTMB Health Angleton Danbury Campus

Dr. Lynda VillanuevaBrazosport College

David WinderThe Dow Chemical Company

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Larry BolingerThe Dow Chemical Company

Sarah ChauvinAlvin ISD

Kerry DrabekFirst State Bank

Kelli FordeBrazosport College

Melanie GageBASF Corporation

Tommy GainesCommunity Volunteer

Nekeisha GirdyAlvin ISD

Jo GreathouseBrazosport College

Tonya HeardBrazosport ISD

Glenn LaMontBrazoria County Emergency Management

Carmen MickellCommunity Volunteer

Ty MorrowCommunity Volunteer

Bart ProbstAscend Performance Materials

Priscilla SanchezBrazosport College

Lanie SmircicBrazosport College

Edrel StonehamBrazosport College

Sasha TarrantBrazosport College

Sharon TrowerTexas A&M AgriLife Extension Service

Dr. Lynda VillanuevaBrazosport College

Tonya VisorUTMB Health Angleton Danbury Campus

Natalie WoodBrazosport College

COMMUNITY IMPACT COMMITTEE

Phone calls are answered by trained specialists who are good listeners, blending understanding and expertise to provide information and referrals drawn from a comprehensive database of social services. We partner with 2-1-1 Texas/United Way HELPLINE, which uses the most comprehensive database of social services resources in the State for referrals. In 2014, there were 34,095 referrals to Brazoria County residents in need.

Education is the cornerstone of individual and community success. We all have a stake in making sure children of all ages grow up to be productive citizens who give back to the community. Together we can help children and youth achieve their full potential.

how? - Improving access to quality, affordable child care and early learning opportunities - Creating opportunities for children to excel in school - Providing after-school and mentoring programs for at-risk youth

When people cannot meet their own basic needs, the impact is felt throughout the community. The lack of financial stability is linked to negative long-term consequences such as lower education levels, poor health and unstable housing. Together we can help individuals and families become financially stable and independent.

how? - Supporting basic needs while increasing financial education - Helping hardworking people obtain job training and family-sustaining wages - Increasing access to affordable housing for individuals and families

Whether it is a neighbor without health insurance, a victim of abuse, or someone struggling with mental illness or addiction, health impacts every aspect of a person’s life. A healthy lifestyle helps children succeed at school and adults at work. Together we can improve people’s health.

how? - Increasing access to critical healthcare services - Reducing substance abuse, child abuse and domestic violence - Increasing health education and preventive care

INITIATIVES & PROGRAMS

Reader Tutor Mentor is a collaborative effort aimed at filling education-specific partner and community needs. UWBC is partnering with Brazoria County Library System, Boys & Girls Club of Brazoria County and Communities In Schools. By helping children at an early age, the hopes are to lower the dropout rate.

This is a national initiative conceptualized by United Way Worldwide with a goal of recruiting 1,000,000 volunteers. This initiative was rolled out at the local level during the 2013 fall workplace campaign season. At the close of 2014, we had 53 volunteers who signed up through our VolunteerMatch site at uwbc.volunteermatch.org, with 1908 volunteer hours combined.

To volunteer as a reader, a tutor or a mentor, please visit uwbc.volunteermatch.org to sign up. You can also find more information on our website at www.uwbc.org/reader-tutor-mentor.

reader tutor mentor helpline information and referral

34,095referrals

in 2014

THE BUILDING BLOCKS OF QUALITY LIFE

EDUCATION

INCOME

HEALTH

volunteer hours14,288.5

=$334,350.90of value that

volunteersprovided in 2014

Value of a volunteer hour in Texas is $23.40, according to www.independentsector.org.

UWBC believes in addressing issues with sustainable solutions aimed at the root of a problem. Financial Stability Classes educate individuals and provide them with the tools needed to make financially responsible decisions with their income. These classes utilize real world examples to teach the basics of banking, savings and consumer rights. In 2014, we offered five sessions throughout Brazoria County with 43 individual participants.

financial stability classes

VITA/EITC is a solution for low-income households during tax season. The program provides help by offering free tax filing and assistance by trained volunteers for those who earn less than $53,000 per year. Volunteers help eligible citizens claim EITC and Child Tax Credits, saving them money they otherwise would not have known about. In 2014, volunteers submitted 28 tax returns. The refunds totaled $63,155 and saved those households $22,602 on EITC and $20,071 on Child Tax Credits.

volunteer income tax assistance/ earned income tax credit initiative (VITA/EITC)

Donated box fans and AC units are given to individuals and families who lack this essential during the hot summer months. Both fans and AC units are distributed on a case-by-case basis with priority going to homes with infants, elderly and those with respiratory illnesses. In 2014, 273 fans and 10 AC units were donated and distributed throughout the community.

cool deal fan club

Brazoria County residents have saved over $500,000 on everyday prescription costs through 33,850 claims thanks to the United Way and FamilyWize partnership. This free, easy-to-use card can save up to 75% with an average of 40% and can be used at most chain pharmacies and independent pharmacies. It’s easy. You can keep using your card every time you need to fill a prescription. All you have to do is present a FamilyWize card at your local pharmacy to receive the savings. United Ways in all 50 states have helped to save more than $700 million on prescriptions in their communities.

familywize prescription discount card program

over

$500,000saved on

prescription costs through

33,850claims

3MAetna Giving Campaign

Allstate - The Giving CampaignAmerican Express

Ascend Performance MaterialsAshland, Inc.

AT&TBASF Corporation

Belcan CorporationBest Buy Stores

Braskem AmericaBrazos National Bank

Brazosport Regional Health SystemCenterPoint Energy

Chevron Phillips Chemical CompanyThe Clorox Company FoundationCollins Instrument Company, Inc.

The Dow Chemical CompanyThe Facts

First State BanksFluor Corporation

Fluor Federal Petroleum OperationsFreeport LNG Development, L.P.

H.E.B. StoresHospira Employee Giving Campaign

Huntsman Performance ProductsINEOS Olefins & Polymers USA

ICS, Inc.IsoTherapeutics Group

jcpenney StoresLyondellBasell

Macy’s Pearland Town CenterMotiva Enterprises

NationwideNuStar

Office MaxPearland State Bank

Phillips 66 - Sweeny RefineryShell Oil Company

Shintech IncorporatedSI Group

Spectra Energy CorporationState Farm Insurance

Target StoresTeam Industrial Services, Inc.TIC Energy & Chemical, Inc.

Times Printers and StationersUnited Health GroupUnited Parcel ServiceValero Services, Inc.

Walmart StoresThe Williams Companies

Zachry Group

CORPORATE GIFTS

imagine what

$3.4can do !!!million

$5 per week = 3 meals a day for 10 kids for 1 month

$10 per week = 1 week of targeted employability training

$20 per week = 210 home-delivered meals to homebound seniors

Your investment has a

tremendous impact.

that's what you helped us raise !

Workplace campaigns create camaraderie and a sense of community when employees come together for a common cause and invest in the place where they live and work. Innovative workplace campaigns often put the “fun” in fundraising by including chili cook-offs, raffles, pie-in-the-eye contests, dunking booths and penny jar wars.

THANK YOU for Advancing the Common Good throughout our community by conducting workplace campaigns.

award of excellenceEmployee groups who have achieved 95-100% of their giving potential

Ascend Performance MaterialsBASF Corporation

Brazoria County Precinct 1Brazos National Bank

Brazosport Medical CenterCenterPoint Energy

Chevron Phillips Chemical CompanyCommunities In Schools

The Dow Chemical CompanyH.E.B. Stores

IsoTherapeutics Group

LyondellBasellMemorial Child Care Center

Pearland State BankPhillips 66 - Sweeny Refinery

Southwest SIDS Research InstituteTeam Industrial Services

United Parcel ServiceUnited Way of Brazoria County

Youth & Family Counseling ServicesZachry Group

employee campaign leaders of the yearCampaign Leaders who organized employee meetings, acquired incentives for participation, increased participation and total dollars from previous year and used innovative ideas and

strategies.

Anna Bryant and Mike CashiolaH.E.B. plus! Pearland

gold awardEmployee groups who have achieved 80-94% of their giving potential

3MA.P. Beutel Elementary School

AT&TFirst State BanksFluor Corporation

Huntsman Performance Products

INEOS Olefins & Polymers USAKroger StoresTarget Stores

Texas New Mexico Power CompanyTIC Energy & Chemical, Inc.

bronze awardEmployee groups who have achieved 50-64% of their giving potential

ActionS, Inc. of Brazoria CountyAdult Reading Center

Bess Brannen Elementary SchoolBrazoria County Community

DevelopmentBrazoria County Community Supervision

& Corrections DepartmentCity of Lake Jackson

City of PearlandFluor Federal Petroleum Operations

Grady Rasco Middle Schooljcpenney Stores

Macy’s Pearland Town CenterMundy Company at Ascend

Riviana FoodsSI Group

silver awardEmployee groups who have achieved 65-79% of their giving potential

Bank of AmericaBay Area Council on Drugs and Alcohol

Best Buy StoresDillard’s Stores

Elisabet Ney Elementary SchoolO’Reilly Auto Parts

Texas Gulf Bank, N.A.Wells Fargo

new campaignFreeport LNG Development, L.P.

Gulf Chemical & Metallurgical CorporationGulf Coast Water Authority

H.E.B. Pearland Market

CAMPAIGN AWARDS

20/20 Vision CDC *ActionS, Inc. of Brazoria County

Adult Reading CenterAmerican Red Cross in Brazoria County

Arc of the Gulf CoastBACH Rehabilitation Center

Bay Area Council Boy Scouts of AmericaBay Area Council on Drugs and Alcohol

Boys & Girls Club of Brazoria County

Brazoria County Dream Center *Brazos Place

Brazosport Medical CenterCommunities In Schools

Counseling Connections *Girl Scouts of San Jacinto Council

Hand in Hand Child Development CenterJunior Achievement *

Kidz Harbor *

Lone Star Legal AidMemorial Child Care Center

NAMI Gulf CoastPearland Neighborhood Center

Salvation ArmySouthwest SIDS Research Institute

True to Life Ministries *Women’s Center of Brazoria CountyYouth & Family Counseling Services

United Way’s Community Partners create opportunities by focusing on the building blocks for a good life - Education, Income and Health. They help children and youth achieve their potential through education, help families become financially stable and independent and improve people’s health. United Way funded programs are carefully chosen for their ability to demonstrate proven accountability and the best match for the community’s needs.

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