Fox Valley United Way
Standards For Charity Accountability
Governance
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Board Oversight
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Board Size
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Board Meetings
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Board Compensation
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Conflict of Interest
Measuring Effectiveness
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Effectiveness Policy
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Effectiveness Report
Finances
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Program Expenses
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Fundraising Expenses
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Accumulating Funds
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Audit Report
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Detailed Expense Breakdown
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Accurate Expense Reporting
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Budget Plan
Fundraising & Info
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Truthful Materials
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Annual Report
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Website Disclosures
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Donor Privacy
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Cause Marketing Disclosures
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Complaints
Fox Valley United Way does not meet the following 4 Standards for Charity Accountability:
Standard 6 (Board Policy on Effectiveness)
Have a board policy of assessing, no less than every two years, the organization's performance and effectiveness and of determining future actions required to achieve its mission.
Fox Valley United Way does not meet this standard because:
The organization does not have a board-approved effectiveness policy.
Standard 7 (Board Approval of Written Report on Effectiveness)
Submit to the organization's governing body, for its approval, a written report that outlines the results of the aforementioned performance and effectiveness assessment and recommendations for future actions.
Fox Valley United Way does not meet this standard because:
The organization does not submit an effectiveness report to its board of directors.
Standard 16 (Annual Report)
Have an annual report available to all, on request, that includes: (a) the organization's mission statement, (b) a summary of the past year's program service accomplishments, (c) a roster of the officers and members of the board of directors, (d) financial information that includes (i) total income in the past fiscal year, (ii) expenses in the same program, fund raising and administrative categories as in the financial statements, and (iii) ending net assets.
Fox Valley United Way does not meet this standard because:
The organization has a 5-year report but not an annual report.
Standard 18 (Privacy for Written Appeals & Internet Privacy)
Address privacy concerns of donors by (a) providing in written appeals, at least annually, a means (e.g., such as a check off box) for both new and continuing donors to inform the charity if they do not want their name and address shared outside the organization, (b) providing a clear, prominent and easily accessible privacy policy on any of its websites that tells visitors (i) what information, if any, is being collected about them by the charity and how this information will be used, (ii) how to contact the charity to review personal information collected and request corrections, (iii) how to inform the charity (e.g., a check off box) that the visitor does not wish his/her personal information to be shared outside the organization, and (iv) what security measures the charity has in place to protect personal information.
Fox Valley United Way does not meet this standard because:
The organization's current privacy policy does not address what security measures the organization has in place to protect personal information from unauthorized access.
Fox Valley United Way meets the remaining 16 Standards for Charity Accountability.
Stated Purpose:
Fox Valley United Way is committed to ensuring that all families in our communities have equitable access to opportunities and resources supporting positive health, education, and financial outcomes.
We mobilize the collective power of community resources to advance lasting solutions and measurable change for the most urgent issues.
We partner with local organizations to build a strong and vibrant community.
We invest in essential programs that support school readiness, promote healthy families, and foster positive financial outcomes.
Year, State Incorporated:
1922, IL
We invest in programs that support school readiness, healthy families, and positive financial outcomes for families residing in Kane and Kendall Counties.
We recruit donors, volunteers, and advocates who share our passion for making a difference.
We encourage businesses to give their employees an opportunity to contribute financially to social services agencies that support our community through a Workplace Giving Campaign.
We accept direct donations from local, regional, and national businesses supporting positive change in local communities.
We enable individuals and groups to make cash and non-cash donations through our secure online donation platform. Providing community members with the opportunity to assist their neighbors in need and contribute to positive growth in the community where they live and work.
We forge unique partnerships to address the identified needs in our community and support impactful community initiatives.
Kane 2-1-1 - the number you call when you need answers in times of crisis or everyday necessities.
SPARK Early Childhood Collaboration - Our partnership with area school districts and local social service agencies aims to ensure that all children receive quality preschool education. We provide Parents with access to local resources and opportunities to help them lay the foundation for their child's future success in school and beyond.
Dolly Parton's Imagination Library - Dolly Parton's Imagination Library mails children enrolled in the program a free, high-quality, age-appropriate book each month from birth to age five.
Grantmaking to Partner Agencies - We provide financial support and partner with local social service agencies to advance a shared agenda. These Partner Agencies provide direct services and resources to our neighbors in need.
For the year ended June 30, 2024, Fox Valley United Way's program expenses were:
| SPARK Early Learning Initiative | $420,484 |
| Community Impact/Allocation Services | $368,746 |
| Volunteer Fox Valley | $4,573 |
| Total Program Expenses | $793,803 |
Chair of the Board
Mark Mooney, Board Chairperson
Chair's Profession / Business Affiliation
DHJ&J
Board Size
10
Paid Staff Size
6
Method(s) Used:
Direct mail appeals, Invitations to fund raising events, Grant proposals, Internet, Appeals via Social Media (Facebook, etc.)
This organization is tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. It is eligible to receive contributions deductible as charitable donations for federal income tax purposes.
The following information is based on Fox Valley United Way's audited financial statements for the year ended June 30, 2024.
Source of Funds
| Grants and contributions | $565,942 |
| Campaign revenue | $419,244 |
| In-kind contributions | $31,784 |
| Special events, net of direct costs of $3977 | $16,573 |
| Designations from other United Ways | $12,907 |
| Interest income | $548 |
| Total Income | $1,046,998 |
Programs: 73% Fundraising: 16% Administrative: 11%
| Total Income | $1,046,998 |
| Total expenses: | $1,090,479 |
| Program expenses | $793,803 |
| Fundraising expenses | $173,348 |
| Administrative expenses | $123,328 |
| Other expenses | $0 |
| Income in Excess of Expenses | $-43,481 |
| Beginning Net Assets | $820,216 |
| Other Changes In Net Assets | $0 |
| Ending Net Assets | $776,735 |
| Total Liabilities | $130,052 |
| Total Assets | $914,909 |
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Report completed by:
BBB of Chicago & Northern Illinois