Food For Thought Together, we are facing hunger. 2017 ANNUAL REPORT Serving WV, KY & OH 1327 7th Ave Huntington, WV 25701 Phone: 304-523-6029 Email: info@facinghunger.org facinghunger.org Hours of Operation Monday - Friday 8 am to 4:30 pm Delivery / Pick-up Hours Monday - Friday 10 am to 3 pm BACK PACK PROGRAM GROWS TO SERVE 4,000 CHILDREN WEEKLY Since 2012, Facing Hunger Foodbank has had a backpack program to support children in our service area with food to take home over the weekend and insure that they have enough to eat when they are not in school. In partnership with 36 member agencies we go about gathering food and donations to ensure that each child has enough to eat. In February of 2018, as the state was addressing the teacher walkout, we were addressing the needs of the children not receiving their school breakfast and lunch, and added an additional 1,000 children to our distributions. Business leaders and donors stepped up to help us meet this increased need through providing food, donations and packaging the food for immediate distribution. In all, through the 2017-2018 school year, Facing Hunger Foodbank and our member agencies distributed almost 150,000 backpacks to children in need. We believe that giving a child enough to eat allows them to look up and focus on their education and their future, rather than to look down at their stomachs.
OUR 2017-2018 BOARD OF DIRECTORS Facing Hunger Foodbank is fortunate to be guided by a dedicated and generous Board of Directors who are committed to our mission of feeding hungry people in the Tri-State Area. PRESIDENT Kathy Hettlinger Cabell Huntington Hospital VICE PRESIDENT Teresa Deppner Hardin Community Leader TREASURER Dan Ware Ware and Hall MEMBERS Brenda Arrowood Wayne County Board of Education Jeffrey Barnes The Barnes Agency Dr. James Becker Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine, Marshall University Michael Chirico Deputy Chief of Staff/District Director Office of Congressman Evan Jenkins Alicia Fox Director of Nutrition Education, Marshall University Matt Jaquint WSAZ Charles Chuck Jessup The Herald Dispatch Charlotte Hoffman Norris Jenkins Fenstermaker Scott Richardson District Manager The Kroger Co. The Honorable Jason Spears Judge, Sixth Judicial Circuit Diana Van Horn Cridlin Food Pantry Facing Hunger Together Dear Friends and Partners, 2017 is in our rear-view mirror now, but the work that we you and the food bank team accomplished in that year, set the foundation for continued positive results as well as preparations for new challenges. Our Board Chair, Katheryn Hettlinger, along with our first Vice president Teresa Deppner Hardin, Treasurer Dan Ware, and our full Board has set forth with our strategic planning in 2018. With the new programs we implemented in 2017, and the increasing numbers of children who are counting on all of us to support all of them in having enough to eat today, for a better chance at a better tomorrow we have our work cut out for us. But our most important work is to complete our work and show you improvements: improvements in our processes and procedures; improvements in the quality and nutritional value of the food we distribute; and an evermindful eye to outcomes. Are we shortening the line of those in need? Are we helping those with chronic health conditions be able to better self-manage their conditions, requiring fewer medications or healthcare interventions while improving their overall quality of life? Our results and outcomes are saying that we are. I frequently write notes to our donors and reflect that in addition to meals, they are providing the recipients with hope the proverbial light at the end of a dark tunnel. But we want to ensure that the light is not from an oncoming train of poor health due to poor food choices. Our percentage of foods to encourage- for example, fruits, vegetables, protein, dairy and whole grains that would represent healthier food choices for our plates is almost 80% of the food we distribute. As for the challenges, we have a few. In achieving more programming, and the food to support it we have many issues with food storage and logistics. As I write this, I am reflecting on our utility bills, that due to increases in charges and fees, increased $500.00 each of the last two months. But we are careful stewards of the resources we have, and we always have the future in mind to ensure that we can keep our doors open. When you support Facing Hunger Food Bank, you support an additional 250 local community-based non-profits in our 17-county service area, our member agencies who, with us, distributed a total of over 6.5 million pounds of food an all-time high. 2018 is more than halfway behind us, and the year that was 2017 has been a great foundation for our work. We owe so much to all of our partners, and that includes you. Because, together, we ARE Facing Hunger. Sincerely, Seth Young Christ Community Church FACING HUNGER FOODBANK 2 FACING HUNGER FOODBANK Cynthia D. Kirkhart, MS, MBA Executive Director
Mobile Pantries Seek to do More with Additional Resources SERVICE AREA MAP When the weather allows, Facing Hunger Food Bank provides four mobile pantries a month to areas that we refer to as food deserts meaning that they don t have easy access to healthy and affordable food. We are always looking to end the line of food-insecure individuals and families, so when we have additional help and resources, we make sure that we make full use of both. Gracious volunteers and donors such as our partners at Aetna, Novo Nordisk, People s Bank, AMFM Healthcare and Goodwill KYOWVA were a huge part of our making food access a lot easier by providing people and resources to ensure that we could provide healthier and higher quality foods to those who otherwise cannot access it. We are doing more together, resulting in more service to more hungry West Virginians. We were able to celebrate this partnership with our Board leadership in Charleston, and our work together continues! We are pleased to have this partnership, and the benefits of working together help us be West Virginia Strong! KENTUCKY OHIO WEST VIRGINIA facinghunger.org Every truck we have travels throughout our 9,000 square mile service area to deliver food and resources to those needing them most You might say we travel the world because our trucks circle the world (24,900 miles) at least twice each year to get more food to more people. Our Hunger Heroes packed more than 250,000 boxes of food in 2017, and distributed thousands of pounds at our mobile pantries and are on course to exceed that in 2018! Without our Hunger Heroes, we could not meet the need of distributions when they are needed but we always can use more help. How about you, are you willing to be a Hunger Hero? 3
FACING HUNGER FOODBANK FINANCIAL SUMMARY Statement of Financial Position and Activities for Year Ending December 31, 2017 ASSETS CHANGES IN UNRESTRICTED NET ASSETS CURRENT ASSETS Cash Accounts receivable, net of allowance Grants receivable Reimbursements receivable Pledges receivable Other receivable Inventory - contributed Inventory - purchased Prepaid expenses Other TOTAL CURRENT ASSETS PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT, NET TOTAL ASSETS LIABILITIES AND NET ASSETS CURRENT LIABILITIES Accounts payable and accrued expenses Accrued payroll and related liabilities Accrued paid leave Deposits - member agencies Deferred revenue Capital lease obligation - due within one year TOTAL CURRENT LIABILITIES LONG-TERM LIABILITY Capital lease obligation - due beyond one year TOTAL LIABILITIES NET ASSETS Unrestricted Temporarily restricted TOTAL NET ASSETS TOTAL LIABILITIES AND NET ASSETS $392,598 8,938-26,953 14,380 7,511 7,644 76,161 18,615 218 553,018 816,258 $1,369,276 $29,961 12,096 30,306 8,106 8,091 839 89,399 - $89,399 $1,098,699 181,178 $1,279,877 $1,369,276 SUPPORT AND REVENUES Federal grants State, municipal and private grants Contributions - donated food Contributions - businesses and individuals In-kind professional services Gifts in-kind (non-food) United Way Shared maintenance fees Purchased food program revenue Distribution income Fundraiser income, net of direct benefits to donors Other Subtotal Net assets released from restriction TOTAL UNRESTRICTED SUPPORT AND REVENUES EXPENSES Program - food distribution Management and general Fundraising TOTAL EXPENSES OTHER REVENUES AND GAINS Loss on disposal of assets INCREASE IN UNRESTRICTED NET ASSETS CHANGE IN TEMPORARILY RESTRICTED NET ASSETS Temporarily restricted contributions Temporarily restricted grants Net assets released from restriction (DECREASE) INCREASE IN TEMPORARILY RESTRICTED NET ASSETS $3,569,731 244,929 3,969,264 306,172 4,050 2,054 1,416 127,193 151,129 32,666 115,408 2,609 8,536,117 47,195 $8,583,312 $8,135,218 252,387 209,146 $8,596,751 (569) 14,008 38,207 139,256 (47,195) 130,268 Our current assets significantly outweigh liabilities, proving our solvency and wise management of credit. INCREASE IN NET ASSETS NET ASSETS AT BEGINNING OF YEAR NET ASSETS AT END OF YEAR 116,260 1,163,617 $1,279,877 4 FACING HUNGER FOODBANK Continuing the trend, our net assets increased by more than 11 percent, a testament to our overall financial health and preparedness to respond in the event of an emergency.
Support and Revenues 2017 Support and Revenue Summary Donated food 45.6% Federal grants 41.0% Contribu:ons 5.5% Private grants 4.4% Other 0.0% Program service fees 3.6% We served over 400,000 more meals than we did in 2016. Our overall growth in total pounds of food and commodities distributed grew over 10 percent. Through our vast network of member agencies, efficient food sourcing practices and program-focused approach to expense management, we provide an outstanding return on investment to donors and the community. As careful stewards of public resources, 95% of our expenses support our programs, with one dollar providing 7.5 meals Expenses Program - food distribu0on 94.6% Management and general 2.9% Fundraising 2.4% With sustainable programming and continued generous community support, our overall revenues increased over 22 percent, enabling us to provide more food to more people. 5
Primary Issues of Food Insecurity UNEMPLOYMENT POVERTY/LOW ASSETS FOOD INSECURITY: Not having enough healthy food available at all times for all family members to live active, healthy lives AMAZING THINGS HAPPEN BECAUSE OF PEOPLE LIKE YOU We aren t just providing emergency food We aren t just providing carbs and starches We aren t just providing handouts to the needy We are transforming malnutrition and poor health We don t just say get in line We are providing local food security We are providing nutritious food We are empowering those in need to help themselves, our local families and our local communities Health through nutrition We want you to get involved. 6 FACING HUNGER FOODBANK
CSFP Program Hits Full Stride in 2017-2018 Since March of 2017, Facing Hunger Food Bank has distributed over 35,000 boxes of food to almost 3,000 seniors through our monthly distributions of boxes of food, weighing almost 40 pounds each, that include protein, grains, cereal, juice, fruit and vegetables. This USDA commodity program was achieved through the collaboration of Facing Hunger Foodbank and Mountaineer Food Bank by preparation of a plan that was submitted in coordination with the West Virginia Department of Agriculture to the United States Department of Agriculture. The state was one of the last three to apply, and we received a total caseload of 5,000 which was split between the two food banks. Earlier in 2017, approximately 500 seniors living in our four counties in Kentucky also began to participate in the program. The other thing that hit full capacity during this time is our warehouse. In order to accommodate the requirements for back inventory to accommodate an everexpanding distribution number, our racks (and aisles) are filled to capacity. When we didn t have racking a couple of years ago and had gone out as far as we could, we knew that with racking we could always go up. Now that we have reached our up capacity, we are working diligently to find ways to expand our options. While we love the fact that we are providing a consistent and healthy box of food each month, we have many challenges in having enough room to package and distribute it from. If you are aware of warehousing space or a building that is ready to be put to use to help us provide more food to more hungry seniors and children, call us at 304-523-6029. Benedum Foundation Funding Provides Medically Indicated Food Box Distributions to those with End Stage Renal Disease and Chronic Disease At the beginning of 2017, we received notification that we had received funding for a grant proposal we had made to the Claude Worthington Benedum Foundation. And, boy was it needed! Because what we proposed to do was to serve people who have End Stage Renal Disease, Diabetes and Hypertension, with a food box that would provide adequate protein and food resources to insure that they could remain compliant with their dietary plans and restrictions as developed in partnership with their healthcare providers. The basis for this grant request began with a phone call from a social worker and dietician from Fresenius Healthcare. They advised us that their patients frequently required almost double the protein of a healthy adult, and as many of them did not have adequate resources, they could not remain compliant with their dietary restrictions. After a lot of discussion, learning and collaboration, we got the program started. Although we had hoped to just meet the needs of a few hundred, we have continued to serve almost 1,000 people with monthly food boxes, and will continue to do so through the end of August 2018. The funds have been expended, but the need has not gone away. We are securing new partnerships, new ideas and we look to make this program one that all who need it, can easily access it. 7
Walmart Retail Agency Capacity Building Grant Makes Easier Work of Feeding Those In Need In 2017, Facing Hunger Foodbank was awarded a $50,000 grant from Walmart, in partnership with Feeding America. The grant proceeds were specifically directed to increase our member agency partners capacity to maximize the available food donations from our retail partners. Upon notification of the award, we moved forward with selection and purchase of a proposed truck with reefer unit, trailer and equipment. With our ability to locate a good pre-owned vehicle, we were able to purchase enclosed trailers for two members that would also increase their capacity by providing refrigeration, as they have relied on pick-up trucks and this transportation did not provide certainty of maintaining food safety. With this grant funding, we would support the increase of capacity for retail donations for three of our members: River Cities Harvest, located in Ashland, KY; The Storehouse, located in Mingo County, WV; and God s Hand Pantry, located in Blaine, KY. We selected these members based on their commitment to the Retail Store Donation Program, as well as the strength of the relationships they have developed with their retail partners. Through their commitment, they have increased the level of donations significantly by communicating effectively, making timely pick-ups and even adding pick-ups based on the needs of the retailers. The one limitation had been the physical capacity that their vehicles have, as well as the reliability of the equipment. Although they have never missed pick-ups due to a breakdown or other issue, they have had to make, at times, extraordinary arrangements to complete the pick-up timely. With this level of commitment and success in the face of these challenges, the addition of reliable equipment and resources allowed them to achieve the goal of increasing their capacity to distribute healthy, nutritious food to more people. We were committed to achieving this grant funding as the average age of our member agency volunteer base With this grant funding, we would support the increase of capacity for retail donations for three of our members: River Cities Harvest, located in Ashland, KY; The Storehouse, located in Mingo County, WV; and God s Hand Pantry, located in Blaine, KY. is 67. In order for them to achieve the provision of these valuable food resources, they work very hard and a lot of their activity is physically demanding. One volunteer had a heart attack while unloading a direct agency pick-up. For all that they do and sacrifice in order to provide as much food as possible to as many people as possible, we wanted to provide them with adequate resources to safely and efficiently complete this work. The addition of air conditioning, refrigeration and pallet jacks may not seem like much, but it meant everything to these valued members. We regularly ask a lot from them in terms of increasing the volume of food, and assisting us with pick-ups and management of the food. We also ask them to assist us in the provision of healthier foods. This grant request allowed us to give back to them and be better partners ourselves. But the greater impact is on the lives of those receiving these better quality food products, and those benefits could be life-long. Now, more than ever, we need to increase our capacity for those who need it the most. Any benefit to the food bank, and our retailers, becomes an added benefit to those we serve. 8 FACING HUNGER FOODBANK 15-HUNWV-0817-N