Knox County Homeless Coalition
Knox County Homeless Coalition
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About this organization
Mission
Our mission is to break the cycles of poverty and homelessness in Midcoast Maine. Knox County Homeless Coalition is the only dedicated homeless services organization serving Knox county, as well as parts of Waldo and Lincoln counties. After re-opening Hospitality House in 2014 and developing our wraparound programming, we now see a clear path to a strong and hopeful future for all who live and work here. We’re addressing root causes of homelessness through innovation and collaboration around affordable housing. We’re achieving incredible results in breaking the cycle of homelessness through wrap-around Client Services. And with our comprehensive youth program, The Landing Place, we are deepening our capacity to reach whole families in the most effective and impactful ways possible.
About
COMPREHENSIVE CLIENT CARE AT THE CENTER OF OUR APPROACH IS CLIENT CARE BASED ON RELATIONSHIPS OF TRUST. WE FOCUS ON MAXIMIZING INDIVIDUAL STRENGTHS AND MINIMIZING BARRIERS TO INDEPENDENCE. EVERY PERSON WHO ENTERS OUR PROGRAM IS UNIQUE-THUS EACH PLAN FOR CARE AND SUPPORT IS TAILORED TO EVALUATE AND ADDRESS THEIR MOST URGENT NEEDS ON AN ECONOMIC, PHYSICAL, EMOTIONAL AND PSYCHOLOGICAL LEVEL. OUR TEAM BRAINSTORMS RESOURCES, BUILDS CONNECTIONS WITH LOCAL PARTNERS, AND PROVIDES ACCESS TO SUPPORT FOR HUNDREDS OF COMMUNITY MEMBERS EACH YEAR. AFTER A CLIENT IS HOUSED, WE REMAIN FULLY ENGAGED IN THEIR LIVES THROUGH OUR AFTERCARE PHASE, WHICH AFFORDS ON-GOING CASE MANAGEMENT AND PROGRAM SUPPORT UNTIL TOGETHER, WITH OUR CLIENT, WE FEEL THAT THEY ARE READY TO BE FULLY INDEPENDENT. ONCE STABLE AND NO LONGER IN CRISIS MODE, CLIENTS BECOME MORE RECEPTIVE TO ADDRESSING UNDERLYING ISSUES AND OBTAINING THE EDUCATION, PHYSICAL OR EMOTIONAL SUPPORT, OR LIFE SKILLS LEARNING NEEDED TO ACHIEVE THEIR GOALS. AS A RESULT, MORE THAN 90% OF CLIENTS WHO COMPLETE OUR FULL PROGRAM ACHIEVE SUSTAINABLE INDEPENDENCE.
Interesting data from their 2020 990 filing
The non-profit's mission is outlined in the filing as being “Knox county homeless coalition (kchc) was founded in 2014 as the result of a grassroots community effort to support homeless individuals and families in midcoast maine. kchc became a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization in 2014. we then began to develop an innovative approach to comprehensive, holistic, client-centered care that would deliver on our promise of bringing home, help and hope to homeless families. today, in addition to providing direct services, we are also focused on addressing the root causes of homelessness in midcoast maine, including intergenerational poverty, lack of affordable housing and transportation, and lack of economic opportunities and education. there is no single answer to homelessness-every situation is unique and requires a personalized solution. with the skilled and dedicated attention of our social workers and mental health specialist, we support our clients not only in finding housing opportunities-but equally important-identifying goals that will ensure tha”.
When outlining its responsibilities, they were referred to as: “Mission: to be the center of excellence in breaking cycles of poverty and homelessness in midcoast maine. summary of activities: knox county homeless coalition (kchc) is the only dedicated homeless services organization serving knox county, as well as parts of waldo and lincoln counties. we offer emergency services and comprehensive, wraparound client care for adults, families, and youth in midcoast maine. housing specialists assist our clients with finding housing, and we are collaborating with community partners on increasing affordable housing solutions in the area. our family shelter, hospitality house, provides space for up to 22 residents, approximately 5% of our client caseload. the landing place is our program for at-risk youth- providing a low barrier drop in center, case management and soon to be innovation around shelter solutions. through our current projects, we plan to triple the current amount of shelter space in the area in the next 5 years. our overall goal is to suppo”.
- The state in which the non-profit operates has been officially reported as ME.
- The filing reveals the non-profit's address in 2020 to be PO BOX 1696, ROCKLAND, ME, 04841.
- As per the non-profit's form for 2020, they have 56 employees on their payroll.
- 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 greater than $1,000,000.
- Revenue less expenses is -$19,708.
- The CEO salary policy within the organization is subject to review and endorsement by an impartial party.
- The organization has a written policy that describes how long it will retain documents.
- The organization has 9 independent voting members.
- The organization was formed in 2013.
- 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 $1,621,594 in salary, compensation, and benefits to its employees.
- The organization pays $105,525 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's financial statements were reviewed by an accountant.