NORTHWEST ASSISTANCE MINISTRIES

EIN: 760088702 501(c)(3) Human Services

HOUSTON, TX

Total Revenue
$9,313,534
Total Expenses
$10,224,252
Total Assets
$7,767,365
Net Assets
$5,755,302
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Organization Details

Formation Year
1983
Legal Domicile
TX
Principal Officer
JIM DAY
Phone
2818854555
Tax Period
2023-10-01 to 2024-09-30

NORTHWEST ASSISTANCE MINISTRIES, founded in 1983, is a community nonprofit in the Human Services sector that reported $9.3M in total revenue in fiscal year 2023.

Mission

NAM is a community-based multi-program social services agency striving to meet basic human needs. NAM provides assistance in areas of food, shelter, helath, education, safety and financial education during the 2023-2024 fiscal year.

Program Service Accomplishments

Program 1
Expenses: $4,852,797

The Emergency Basic Needs program provided client services to 6,388 families. NAM's Emergency Basic Needs program assisted 219 clients with rental and mortgage assistance, totaling $389,601. Over...

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The Emergency Basic Needs program provided client services to 6,388 families. NAM's Emergency Basic Needs program assisted 219 clients with rental and mortgage assistance, totaling $389,601. Over $18,000 in utility assistance was granted to 90 clients. To assist clients in getting ready for the new school year, NAM provided school supplies to over 200 children. Over 700 individuals were provided with client vouchers to get essential items from the Resale Store. Additionally, through its partnership with Moving Waters, the Resale Shop provided clothing to 534 homeless clients.The Joanne Watford Nutrition Center safely provided nutritious groceries, including fresh produce, meat and dairy to 14,453 individuals. Many of these clients were new. Through its partnership with Common Market, the Joanne Watford Nutrition Center furnished over 6,679 fresh food boxes to 3,078 clients. In partnership with the Houston Food Bank, NAM hosted drive-thru food distributions serving 1,561 families and 146 low-income seniors. Thanksgiving and Holiday meals were given to 1,661 families.NAMs Housing Homeless Services provided assistance to 118 families. Through government grants, these families received extensive aid, including case management, rent/utilities support, housing placement, financial education, and essential items totaling over $829,275.NAMs Veterans Services provided assistance to 62 families. Through veterans funding, these families received extensive aid, including case management, rent/utilities support, housing placement, financial education, and essential items totaling over $120,000.

Program 2
Expenses: $1,953,650

Meals on Wheels delivered a total of 259,018 nutritious meals for 1,053 homebound seniors and disabled individuals within NAMs 24 zip codes, which were delivered by over 700 dedicated volunteers...

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Meals on Wheels delivered a total of 259,018 nutritious meals for 1,053 homebound seniors and disabled individuals within NAMs 24 zip codes, which were delivered by over 700 dedicated volunteers. Over 140 individuals received monthly grocery deliveries and Saturday frozen meals. 6,384 fresh boxes of vegetables and fruits were provided through our partnership with Common Market. As prescribed by their physicians, 112 seniors received weekly nutritional supplements. Homebound seniors companion animals were provided pet food and pet supplies, which were donated by the Houston Humane Society. At the Young at Heart Senior Center, a total of 163 seniors were served and participated in 8,009 virtual and in-person activities (physical fitness, dance, French language and wellness classes). The 60+ Caf congregate meal program served 4,668 hot meals and furnished 3,341 rides to the Young at Heart Senior Center.

Program 3
Expenses: $1,310,185

NAMs Family Violence Center assisted 397 clients, providing services including crisis intervention, safety planning, case management, information and referrals, access to shelter, emergency...

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NAMs Family Violence Center assisted 397 clients, providing services including crisis intervention, safety planning, case management, information and referrals, access to shelter, emergency transportation, client advocacy, and legal advocacy. Through economic stability funding, clients were assisted with rent, utilities, and childcare totaling $114,462. A total of 5,611 phone calls were answered on the 24-hour hotline from victims in crisis or individuals seeking help. Youth violence prevention education was provided in five area school districts: Klein, Aldine, Cy-Fair, Tomball and Spring. Presentations or awareness events were presented to 1,625 individuals in the community. A total of 763 counseling sessions were provided to adults and children, in both English and Spanish. The Family Violence Center assisted over 50 clients with obtaining a protective order through the Harris County District Attorneys Office.The Learning and Vocational Training Center provided financial education, training, and coaching services were provided to 183 adults. Through collaborative efforts with the Harris County Department of Education (HCDE), another 2,925 students were engaged, enabling their enrollment in GED and ESL classes through NAMs facilities, referrals, and marketing initiatives. 59 scholarships were granted, aiding 35 individuals in securing employment and supporting 32 others in skill enhancement. NAM joined forces with WorkTexas to organize two job fairs, collectively serving around 700 participants, with over 20 employers present at each event.NAM could not fulfill its mission without volunteers. In FY 2023-2024 over 3,000 NAM's dedicated volunteers contributed 49,678 hours of service.

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Financial Overview (2023)

Revenue Breakdown

Contributions & Grants $9,520,979
Program Service Revenue $91,501
Investment Income $1,478
Other Revenue $-300,424
TOTAL REVENUE $9,313,534

Expense Breakdown

Grants Paid $4,380,961
Salaries & Benefits $3,781,972
Fundraising Expenses $567,549
Program Expenses $8,380,021
Other Expenses $1,973,959
TOTAL EXPENSES $10,224,252

Year-over-Year Comparison

2023 2022 Change
Revenue $9,313,534 $9,729,200 0.0%
Expenses $10,224,252 $11,041,229 -0.1%
Net Income $-910,718 $-1,312,029 -0.3%
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Grants to Organizations Grants to Individuals Lobbying Political Activity Foreign Activities Donor Advised Fund Schedule B Required
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Governance

Voting Members
18
Independent Members
17
Employees
69
Volunteers
3043

Governance Policies

Conflict of Interest Policy
Whistleblower Policy
Document Retention Policy

Special Practices & Reported Activities

Operated a School
Operated a Hospital
Provided First Class Travel
Reported Conflict of Interest
Reported Asset Diversion
Excess Benefit Transaction
Made Political Expenditures
Engaged in Lobbying
Operated Donor Advised Fund
Maintained Art Collections
Filed Form 720

Compensation of Officers, Directors & Key Employees

Total Officers
9
$564,848
Total Directors
18
$214,753
Key Employees
0
$0
Highest Compensated
0
reported
Name Title Hours/Week Role Reportable Comp Other Comp Total
ALFRED L CAVE III President & CEO 40.00
Officer Director
$205,027 $9,726 $214,753
DENESE HAMMON CFO 40.00
Officer
$120,877 $45 $120,922
ALLISION BOOKER BROOKS CHIEF PRO OFFIC 40.00
Officer
$108,430 $11,288 $119,718
BRIAN CARR CHIEF ADV OFFIC 40.00
Officer
$107,226 $2,229 $109,455
JIM FRYFOGLE Vice Chair 2.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
NOLAN LEHMANN Executive Board 2.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
GARLAND R SHAW Treasurer 2.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
SHANNON N MOSHER Executive Board 2.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
JIM DAY Executive Board 2.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
PASTOR ANTHONY CHATMAN Secretary 2.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
PASTOR VICTOR CHATMAN Executive Board 2.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
CRYSTAL HOLLIER Executive Board 2.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
REVDRMARTY DUNBAR Executive Board 2.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
THOMAS R FULLER NAM Liaison 2.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
DRLATONYA MGOFFNEY Executive Board 2.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
STANLEY HORTON Executive Board 2.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
WILLIAM SESSIONS Executive Board 2.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
DR JENNY MCGOWN Executive Board 2.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
DR LUPITA HINOJOSA Executive Board 2.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
MICHAEL D WATFORD Executive Board 2.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
DR NICOLE TWINE Chairman 2.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
Note: Compensation data is self-reported by the organization on their Form 990. "Reportable Comp" includes salary, bonuses, and other reportable compensation from the organization and related organizations. "Other Comp" includes benefits, deferred compensation, and non-taxable benefits.

Historical Data

Year Revenue Expenses Assets Net Income
2024 $9,313,534 $10,224,252 $7,767,365 $-910,718
2023 $9,729,200 $11,041,229 $8,097,381 $-1,312,029
2022 $10,325,392 $12,112,952 $9,476,670 $-1,787,560
2021 $13,824,831 $11,089,868 $11,326,507 $2,734,963
2020 $12,081,819 $12,182,376 $9,525,159 $-100,557
2019 $8,912,728 $11,760,790 $9,091,035 $-2,848,062
2018 $14,220,676 $12,900,099 $11,643,517 $1,320,577
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