United Way of Lake County
Meets Standards
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
United Way of Lake County meets the 20 Standards for Charity Accountability.
Stated Purpose:
United Way of Lake County mobilizes our community to action so all can thrive.
Year, State Incorporated:
1966, IL
True to its founding spirit, whenever there is a need in our community, United Way is there. United Way of Lake County (UWLC) brings a comprehensive approach to every challenge, actively listening and
responding to local needs.
Youth Opportunity. UWLC helps children get off to a good start and empowers youth to reach their full potential by breaking down barriers to success. UWLC advances what works, including early childhood
education, literacy development, access to a high-quality K-12 education, enrichment opportunities like afterschool and summer programs, college and career readiness, and family engagement, fostering a
future where every young person can realize their dreams.
Community Resiliency. UWLC’s 211 helpline strengthens local resilience by guiding individuals and families to urgent resources. The free 24-hour information and referral service is available to everyone in
the community. 211 has already made more than 375,000 connections to help and is a lifeline in times of crisis and every day.
United is the Way to create lasting change.
For the year ended June 30, 2024, United Way of Lake County's program expenses were:
| Program services | $5,322,200 |
| Total Program Expenses | $5,322,200 |
Chief Executive
Quinton Snodgrass, President/CEO
Chair of the Board
Mr. Joe Garnett, Board Chairperson
Chair's Profession / Business Affiliation
Zurich of North America
Board Size
26
Paid Staff Size
23
Method(s) Used:
Direct mail appeals, Invitations to fund raising events, Print advertisements (newspapers, magazines, etc.), Radio, Grant proposals, Internet, Planned giving arrangements, Cause-related marketing (affinity credit cards, consumer product sales, etc.), Membership appeals, 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 United Way of Lake County's audited financial statements for the year ended June 30, 2024.
Source of Funds
| Government grant revenue | $3,404,100 |
| Net campaign revenue | $2,105,500 |
| Investment return, net | $570,700 |
| Grants and other contributions | $275,500 |
| Designations from other United Ways | $36,500 |
| Gifts in-kind and contributed services | $8,300 |
| Pledge processing fees and other revenue | $2,900 |
| Total Income | $6,403,500 |
Programs: 83% Fundraising: 10% Administrative: 6%
| Total Income | $6,403,500 |
| Total expenses: | $6,376,700 |
| Program expenses | $5,322,200 |
| Fundraising expenses | $648,100 |
| Administrative expenses | $406,400 |
| Other expenses | $0 |
| Income in Excess of Expenses | $26,800 |
| Beginning Net Assets | $8,882,400 |
| Other Changes In Net Assets | $0 |
| Ending Net Assets | $8,909,200 |
| Total Liabilities | $1,114,500 |
| Total Assets | $10,023,700 |
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Report completed by:
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