Graham Community Foundation

“The form 990 is presented to the board of directors or a representative of the board of directors by the preparer, with explanations regarding the significant items included in the return.”

“The organization and the community are very small and it is easy to discover any conflicts of interest. The board members are polled periodically to determine if any such conflicts have arisen in the interim since the last inquiry.”

“Governing documents, policies and financial statements are available for examination at the office of Donald W. Shierry CPA, PC, 2004 Quail Creek Drive Suite 100, Wichita Falls, TX, upon request.”

“OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES 4: Young County is home to the Young County Veterans Memorial. The memorial is located in front of the Young County Courthouse. There are currently 5,400 names listed on the Veteran memorial of people serving from World War I to the Vietnam war. The New Century Veterans Memorial will stand next to the current memorial to honor current Young County veterans and those that will fight for freedom in the future. Funds were provided to purchase the granite that will be used for the New Century Veteran Memorial wall and provide the start up cash for a fundraiser to support the memorial. OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES 5: OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES 6: The First United Methodist Church of Graham serves the residents of Graham, Texas and the surrounding areas. The First United Methodist Church is living and sharing the gospel of Jesus Christ. The active ministries and programs engage individuals of all ages. Funds were provided to convert the sanctuary lighting. OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES 7: The First United Methodist Church of Graham serves the residents of Graham, Texas and the surrounding areas. The First United Methodist Church is living and sharing the gospel of Jesus Christ. The active ministries and programs engage individuals of all ages. Funds were provided to make the required repairs and maintenance necessary on the church's organ. OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES 8: The City of Graham works in close cooperation and oversees the orgranization, Keep Graham Beautiful. Keep Graham Beautiful is an all-volunteer organization located in Graham, Texas that was organized to preserve and improve the overall quality of life in our community. Funds were provided to help with the operating expense of the organization. OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES 9: The Catholic Charities Fort Worth is dedicated to providing service to those in need, to advocate compassion and justice in the structures of society, and to call all people of goodwill to do the same. The organization is a service-driven organization determined to end poverty. Funds were provided to support the counseling program for at-risk students offered through North Central Texas College (NCTC) in Graham, Texas. OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES 10: The Graham Chamber of Commerce is the guardian of the local economy. The chamber works to promote business expansion, recruitment and retention. The chamber seeks to strengthen and grow the local business environment through a collaborative partnership with all levels of government, community organizations and business associations and by serving as a catalyst for improving the overall quality of life in our community. Funds were provided to purchase a mural on 3rd and Oak used for the beautification of the downtown square to make it more appealing for local shoppers and visitors. OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES 11: The Graham Independent School District Schoolyard Habitat was established at Pioneer Elementary School. The Habitat is a National Schoolyard Habitat. Each student at Pioneer Elementary has access to the facility throughout the school year with their classroom. Funds were provided to support the operating expenses of the habitat. OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES 12: The Graham Senior Citizen Center is one of the most useful and beautiful facilities in Graham, Texas. The center provides much needed services to all those 60 and over in the community. The center serves hot, nutritious meals every weekday in the facility or through the use of Meals on Wheels volunteers. Funds were provided to support the operating expenses of the organization.”