named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
Book Ministry
Monthly program distributing gently used books to children during food distribution events to encourage literacy and bring joy.
Food Market
Food pantry providing groceries to residents of Greece, NY, by appointment; serves over 850 people monthly through a shopping model with volunteer assistance.
Resource Connection
Service connecting guests with community resources, recording family data, and offering spiritual support through prayer upon request.
activities · 10 groups
What they do
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Annual Impact and Evaluation Reporting 1 activity
- Annual reporting and organizational transparencyPublishes an annual report detailing organizational activities and outcomes, such as the 2025 annual report.
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Children's Book Distribution Programs 1 activity
- Children's literacy initiative through book distributionDistributes one free gently-used book per child every month during food distribution events to promote literacy and family engagement.
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Food Distribution and Hunger Relief 1 activity
- Food assistance and distribution programDistributes groceries and healthy food to individuals and families, serving over 400 families and 850 people per month, with operations including food delivery services in Greece, NY. The program has distributed over 5,000 pounds of groceries and served more individuals than in previous years.
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Fundraising for Community and Charitable Initiatives 1 activity
- Fundraising events for community servicesConducts an annual fundraiser to raise financial support for meeting practical needs, connecting people with resources, and serving families in the community.
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General Operating Support Grants 1 activity
- Grant acquisition for operational supportSecured over $180,000 in grant funding from five foundations, including in-kind support of a cargo van for food and supply transportation, to support program operations.
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Distribution of PPE and Crisis Supplies 1 activity
- Hygiene item collection and distributionOrganizes a hygiene drive to collect and distribute essential personal care items for guests served by the organization.
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Digital Infrastructure Development 1 activity
- Internal capacity building and organizational developmentDeveloped and implemented organizational policies aligned with nonprofit best practices, launched a redesigned website, and updated communications strategy to strengthen organizational effectiveness.
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Community Resource Navigation and Support Services 1 activity
- Provision of community resources and support servicesConnects individuals to community resources and provides medical care, employment support, and financial counseling as part of mission-based services aimed at supporting movement from crisis toward stability.
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Volunteer Engagement and Capacity Support 1 activity
- Volunteer engagement programEngages over 150 volunteers who contribute an average of 425 hours per month to support organizational operations and service delivery.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Service access and logistics supportProvides appointment rescheduling through a form-based process to improve access to services for clients.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$362K
Contributions & grants$360K100%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$1K0%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$392K
Program expenses71%
Admin / overhead15%
Fundraising13%
Salaries & benefits$143K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$135K
Cash$108K
Investments$0
Liabilities$11K
Net assets$125K
Liquid reserves3.3 mo
2 years on record · 2023–2024 · YoY revenue +38.2%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Christopher Folwell | Executive Director | 40 | $91K |
board members · 8
- Halie Cardon — Member At Large
- Jane Shukitis Secretary thru — 8/19/24), Chairperson (beg. 8/20/24)
- JoAnne Ziervogel — Vice Chairperson (thru 8/20/24)
- Matthew Hurlbutt — Member At Large
- Thomas Confer — Treasurer/Vice Chairperson
- Timothy Wortham Jr — Member At Large
- Todd Olsen — Secretary
- William Reddy — Chairman (thru 8/20/24)
relationships · 9
Who they work with
- FoodLink Partner — Partner organization that helped grow the current food pantry.
- His Branches Partner — Collaborates with Center 4 Hope on healthcare provision for guests; led by Executive Director Mike Weston.
- His Branches Partner — Developing partnership for advancing the medical clinic vision using the same partnership model as the previous collaboration.
- Hope Church Partner — Collaborates with Center 4 Hope to share information about ministries and support community services.
- Hope Church Partner — Digital Media Specialist at Hope Church serves on the board of Center 4 Hope.
- Hope Church Partner — Hosts the annual Live 2 Give event for Center 4 Hope.
- Hope Lutheran Partner — Faith-based partner collaborating with Center 4 Hope
- Hope Lutheran Partner — Partner congregation hosting Center 4 Hope, as indicated by shared facility imagery and collaborative community presence.
- Jericho Road Partner — Former partner in the development of a medical clinic; organization has stepped away from the partnership.
strategies · 4
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Dignity-Centered Servicemethodology: dignity-centered-serviceBy treating individuals with dignity and respect in all service interactions, we foster self-worth and engagement, because respectful treatment is foundational to effective and sustainable support.
- Faith-Integrated Service Modelmethodology: faith-integrated service modelBy combining material aid like food distribution with faith-based engagement, we support both spiritual and physical well-being, because holistic care rooted in religious values deepens trust and enhances service impact.
- Integrated Support Modelmethodology: integrated-supportBy providing immediate material assistance alongside connections to community resources, we enable individuals to move from crisis to long-term stability, because addressing both urgent and systemic needs creates a pathway out of poverty.
- Relationship-Based Service Deliverymethodology: relationship-based service deliveryBy building personal relationships through interviews and data collection, we connect guests more effectively with community resources, because trust and individualized understanding improve access and engagement.