Wheeler Mission Ministries
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
Wheeler Mission Ministries meets the 20 Standards for Charity Accountability.
Additional location(s):
215 S. Westplex Avenue
Bloomington, IN 47404
Stated Purpose:
To provide Christ-centered programs and services for the homeless and those in need.
Year, State Incorporated:
1942, IN
As the ‘front door to homelessness’ in Indianapolis, Wheeler Mission meets the short-term needs of those on the streets by providing a nutritious meal, a hot shower, a clean bed, and case management services to those in the most need. However, the goal for Wheeler Mission has remained the same since its creation over 129 years ago; to equip everyone served for lasting success. Staff encourage guests to pursue a long-term program to begin unpacking and addressing the root causes of their homelessness. Programming includes assistance in addressing addiction, job-training, developing life skills, and access to education (just to name a few). The curriculum is faith-based and holistic and comes with access to not only a case manager, but also extensive counseling and an opportunity to connect with a variety of other community resources. There is not a ‘one size fits all’ approach to addressing homelessness, so programming and services are designed to address the unique challenges of every individual served.
For the year ended December 31, 2021, Wheeler Mission Ministries's program expenses were:
| Program Services | $11,408,102 |
| Total Program Expenses | $11,408,102 |
Chief Executive
Richard Alvis, President/CEO
Chair of the Board
Mr. Jim Fountain
Chair's Profession / Business Affiliation
Partner at Meridian Penn
Board Size
19
Paid Staff Size
177
Method(s) Used:
Direct mail appeals, Invitations to fund raising events, Print advertisements (newspapers, magazines, etc.), Grant proposals, Internet, Planned giving arrangements, Appeals via Social Media (Facebook, etc.), Solicitations for Used Clothing
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 Wheeler Mission Ministries's audited financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2021.
Source of Funds
| Contributions | $18,867,064 |
| Investment Return | $4,594,223 |
| Contributions - Wills and Estates | $2,600,026 |
| Program Service Revenue | $1,989,358 |
| Gain on Debt Extinguishment | $1,531,300 |
| Fees and Grants from Government | $1,049,406 |
| Gifts In Kind | $883,397 |
| Special Events | $674,921 |
| Other Revenue | $217,101 |
| Change in Value of Annuities and Trusts | $-1,242,580 |
| Total Income | $31,164,216 |
Programs: 72% Fundraising: 23% Administrative: 6%
| Total Income | $31,164,216 |
| Total expenses: | $15,883,701 |
| Program expenses | $11,408,102 |
| Fundraising expenses | $3,585,605 |
| Administrative expenses | $889,994 |
| Other expenses | $0 |
| Income in Excess of Expenses | $15,280,515 |
| Beginning Net Assets | $41,624,013 |
| Other Changes In Net Assets | $0 |
| Ending Net Assets | $56,904,528 |
| Total Liabilities | $13,168,236 |
| Total Assets | $70,072,764 |
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