Jamaica Outreach Program Inc.

“The Treasurer distributed the entire draft of Form 990 and prepared a written report to the full Board of Directors. That report was discussed by email with the Board prior to filing with the IRS and the Board's emailed approval is referenced in the minutes of the Board meeting held one week later.”

“Each Officer and member of the Board shall annually execute a statement which affirms that such person has received a copy of the Conflict of Interest Policy; has read and understands it, and has complied with the policy, including the reporting of any potential conflicts of interest and/or has updated such information as to his or her personal financial interests as the Annual Conflict of Interest Disclosure Statement may require.”

“The organization makes its governing documents, conflict of interest policy and financial statements available to the public on its website www.JamaicaOutreach.org, on the Guidestar website, and upon request.”

“OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES 4: DentalThe dental clinic at St. Pius X Church in Kingston, Jamaica is fully equipped. This past year, 1 mission trip was completed with 12 volunteer dental professionals. 967 dental patients were seen and provided with services including cleanings, extractions, fillings, flouride varnish and many other treatments or referrals. An additional mission trip to Seaford Town served 101 patients. COVID-19 forced the cancellation of several other mission trips. Amounts reported exclude in-kind dental care professional services valued at $60,368. OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES 5: Vision CareIn two mission trips this past fiscal year, optical exams were completed on 252 patients, 211 pair of prescription eyeglasses were delivered. One mission was to the diocese of Montego Bay. In addition, many patients were diagnosed with needing cataract or other eye surgery and or treated for glaucoma. Amounts reported exclude in-kind vision care professional services valued at $21,440. Over the past 22 years, 61 optical trips have been made, seeing approximately 14,216 patients for eye exams and delivering over 10,855 pair of eyeglasses. The COVID-19 pandemic forced cancellation of addtional eye care and surgery mission trips. OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES 6: MedicalTwo mission trips to Seaford Town's medical clinic at Sacred Heart served 227 patients. Jamaica Outreach Program supplies the clinic with medicine dispensed to patients free of charge. The Good Shepherd Foundation clinic in Montego Bay received a grant as well. COVID-19 required the cancellation of additional mission trips, but the team is eagerly awaiting the time when they can return to mission work. Reported amounts exclude non-cash medical services valued at $26,560. OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES 7: Mission TripsSix mission trips to Jamaica were made this year, by 34 volunteers. Each major trip is typically 4 to 5 days and volunteers pay for their own airfare, local transportation, meals and lodging (except for nurses, opticians, dental hygienists and assistants who received travel subsidies). Expenses totaling $567 are reported here and reimbursement from volunteers is reported as Other Revenue. Activities focus on medical, dental or vision care. OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES 8: Other Program ServicesThe poor in the community of Immaculate Conception Church and missions have recently been supported by JOP. The statistics in our Education, Medical, Dental and Optical programs include support to the poor in this community, the balance of grants for maintenance support is reported here. OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES 9: St. Pius X CompoundOver the past 23 years, JOP has constructed medical facilities, a food pantry and improved other facilities on the grounds of St. Pius X Church. The walled compound is a safe haven for the poor in Kingston's inner city. JOP support the ongoing maintenance, repairs, utilities, security and administrative costs for these facilities. This compound is a valued community resource, giving hope to the indigent in that area.”