1. Women In Need, Inc. 2008 Annual Report Empowering women… giving them wings to soar. P.O. Box 305 | Chestertown, MD 21620 Phone: 410-778-3844 | Fax: 410-778-6899 Thrift Store: 410-778-5999 Email: info@win-foundation.org | Web: www.win-foundation.orginfo@win-foundation.org

2. Women In Need, Inc. 2008 Annual Report Empowering women… giving them wings to soar. Mission Statement Women In Need, Inc. is a non-profit organization forged from our desire to help as many women as possible, providing assistance that fulfills the word and intent of the Book of James: "Religion that God our Father accepts as pure and faultless is this: to look after orphans and widows in their distress and to keep oneself from being polluted by the world" James 1:27 (NIV). Single parent families are the widows and orphans of this generation. We feel it is our Christian duty to provide the practical and personal touch today’s families need.

3. Introduction WIN is a non-profit, primarily volunteer-driven, organization located in Chestertown, Maryland that exists to provide a critical bridge between economic crisis and financial independence for families in Kent County and the surrounding area. Our goal is to provide unique assistance that fills the gap between what is available and what is necessary. WIN clients have generally exhausted all existing avenues for assistance and yet have critical needs that remain unmet. Targeted families are generally those headed by single mothers with limited job skills and who have recently experienced a sudden upheaval in their lives such as separation or divorce. We are funded primarily through the proceeds of our thrift store and through the generous commitment of our Board of Directors and community members. Individual donations remain the cornerstone of WIN’s funding source and speak volumes about the generosity of the community and their recognition of the need to bridge the economic gap for struggling families. The WIN organization is practical and progressive in its real-life solutions....from providing a safe place for youth after school to providing a household thrift store...

4. Current Programs Referral & Service Coordination Transitional Housing Thrift Store Emergency Assistance Mentoring

5. Program Descriptions Budget Counseling Program- WIN offers housing participants comprehensive budget counseling and supervision. Individualized education assessment and basic resume preparation is also provided. Rental Subsidies- WIN offers rental subsidies and emergency move-in cost for families in economic distress. Service Coordination – Our gateway program, requiring potential clients to exhaust all existing remedies before being considered for assistance. WIN helps contact these groups as part of our coordinated partnership with local agencies. Transitional Housing & Education – WIN maintains four homes in Kent County where clients complete a comprehensive program including mentoring and education scholarships, allowing them to achieve their goals of permanent self-sufficiency. Transportation Assistance- Emergency funds are available for vehicle maintenance for families needing transportation to maintain employment. Emergency Assistance- These funds are available for child-care, utilities, and medical prescriptions. Thrift Store – Donated items are accepted for sale to the community. Store sales provide the bulk of WIN’s funding and meet the community’s need for affordable household items, thus easing the strained resources of many struggling families. Families in crisis may also qualify to receive donated items. The Alley – teen and community center provides after-school tutoring and homework help five days per week and supervised recreational time for students ages 13 – 17 from 3 – 7pm. Special events and area partnerships help make this a vital resource for area teens.

6. Partnerships Young Life- Young Life is a non-profit organization committed to making an impact on kids' lives and preparing them for the future. Young Life meets at The Alley every week and assists in the coordination of special events. Washington College – Volunteers and Work-Study students provide valuable assistance in both our thrift store and teen center. It is rewarding to have them as one of our area partners. Kent County Health Department – WIN provides interpreting services for Hispanic mothers who are pregnant or have newborns. SOS’s Kent Family Center- A partnership that will match youth with adults from the community to enhance positive youth development through socialization, academic support, and healthy behaviors. Kent County Parks and Recreation- Kent County Youth 2 Youth is an exciting youth driven substance abuse prevention club for High School students, staff, parents, and members of various community organizations dedicated to creating fun, safe, drug- and-alcohol-free events and alternative activities.

7. Program Overview WIN served 209 clients in 2008 through its coordinated program services. Referral & Service Coordination – 78 families received referral assistance and mentoring through our service coordination program in Chestertown and the surrounding area. Budget Counseling & Mentoring - 39 clients received budget counseling and mentoring as part of their participation in other program services. Rental Subsidy - 20 families received $6,055.90 in rental subsidies and emergency move-in funds. Transitional Housing – Temporary housing was provided for 4 families in crisis. 1 new families entered the housing program. Emergency Assistance - 22 families received $5,660.77 in funds for utility payments, relocation assistance, prescription costs, and other emergency needs. Thrift Store – 35 families received donations of furniture, appliances, clothing and household items valued at $5,687.50. *Some referral clients received additional services through our other programs. The Alley – served an average of 13 teenagers per day with free tutoring and supervised activities during the 2007/2008 school year.

8. Who We Serve

9. 2008 Budget and Expenses BudgetActual Budget Actual Income Board Donations 24,000.00 19431.20 Maint/Repairs 1188.83 Grants 3000.00 50000.00 Rent7300.00 Individual Donations 4,000.00 8678.33 Supplies 2099.06 Program Fees 12,000.0021131.22 Utilities 3602.10 Fundraising & Special Events 4000.00 1526.50 Advertising Tutors 11337.50 Interest Earned 300.00 188.43 Total THE ALLEY 29554.66 Thrift Store Sales 165,000.00 186463.97 Total Income 263300.00 266158.52 Insurance 1,800.000.00 Expenses Lot Rents 9270.00 10420.00 Bank Fees 800.00 1818.47 Maintenance & Repairs 4,000.00 8318.51 Dues and Subscriptions 800.00 976.62 Mortgage 4,800.00 Fundraising Expenses 3850.00 306.20 Utilities 7500.00 6843.37 Grants to Nonprofits 1,000.00 0.00 Total Transitional Housing Program 25520.00 29231.88 Insurance 4,500.00 3971.00 Storage Locker Accounting & Legal Fees 8,250.00 3307.24 Tax, Business 0.00 Licenses and Permits 125.00 35.00 Maintenance & Repairs 50.00 746.43 Auto & Delivery 1935.00 1362.29 Postage and Delivery 500.00 354.29 Contract Labor 4,000.00 462.50 Printing and Reproduction 800.00 172.83 Equipment 1252.41 Rent 6,000.00 5600.00 Maintenance and Repairs 4000.00 4136.83 Office Supplies 1,000.00 1526.11 Rent - Thrift Store32000.00 33,600.00 Office Utilities 3200.004965.38 Sales Tax 7500.0010457.22 Payroll Expenses 12,250.003597.40 Supplies 1,000.00 1550.78 Professional Development 2,000.001387.98 Utilities 9,800.00 9943.02 Volunteer Recognition Total Thrift Store Expenses 54235.0054254.64 Emergency Assistance Grants 4,000.00 5922.69 Wages 93600.0062949.63 Rental Assistance Grants 8,000.00 5869.75 Total Expenses 2633.00 233658.08 The Alley Teen & Community Center Transitional Housing Program Thrift Store Expenses 500.00 12000.00 1,200.00 4200.00 1000.00 2700.28 1400.00 20800.00 200.00 500.00

10. 2008 Income & Expenses

11. 2009 Directors, Officers & Staff Elizabeth Seidel, President Chestertown, MD Sondra Archer, Secretary Chestertown, MD Jose Medrano, Treasurer Chestertown, MD Marissa Medrano, Director Chestertown, MD Angela Shearer- Othoson, Director Chestertown, MD Scott Othoson, Director Chestertown, MD Matthew Windsor, Director Centreville, MD Karen Dionisio, Executive Director Chestertown, MD Yvonne Arrowood, Thrift Store Manager Chestertown, MD Amy Cullum, Program Manager Chestertown, MD Elisa Medrano, Youth Advocate Chestertown, MD