Operation Chillout Inc

“Fundraising 1,083”

“Conferences, conventions, and meetings 125”

“Supplies 1,477”

“Depreciation 1,889”

“Food for Vets 4,191”

“Clothing, Supplies Other Outdoor Gear-Summer Campaign 12,669”

“Clothing, Supplies Other Outdoor Gear- Winter Campaign 116,769”

“Lodging for Vets 17,028”

“Other Supplies for Vets 5,312”

“Insurance 4,333”

“Communications 3,142”

“Dues Subscriptions 25”

“Service Fees 505”

“Auto Transportation 1,111”

“Small Tools Equipment 1,370”

“Advertising 253”

“Equipment Beginning of year 4,724, End of year 2,834”

“Part III-Primary Purpose-Promoting and advocating for sustainable solutions for the multifaceted nature of poverty and homelessness.”

“Operation Chillout OCO continues to focus its attention and resources on the homeless community by providing needed clothing, toiletries, food and water to this population throughout New Jersey. An outpost has been established in North Eastern Pennsylvania serving Bucks, Monroe, Northampton, Pike and Montgomery counties. OCO partners with many veteran, fraternal, community and religious organizations to collect supplies and clothing. Many corporations continue to donate funds, water, and clothing in support of OCOs mission. OCO coordinates with homeless shelters, local soup kitchens, and temporary housing projects to distribute these supplies. OCOs volunteers spend over 4,000 man hours collecting, organizing, packing and distributing these supplies and clothing . During the Summer Outreach Campaign OCO volunteers distributed clothing over 1,500 tee shirts and caps, 1,200 personal hygiene kits, toiletries, food and 31,000 bottles of water to over 600 homeless individuals at 30 separate locations. The Winter Outreach Campaign delivered 1,000 backpacks filled with new winter clothing, personal hygiene kits, toiletries, coats, gloves, hats and scarfs. OCO also delivered sleeping bags, tents, tarps and emergency survival gear to unsheltered outdoor communitites in New Jersey and Pennsylvania. OCO volunteers also take part in the annual Point In Time Survey and Homeless Connects program canvassing Morris, Warren and Sussex counties in New Jersey and Montgomery County in Pennsylvania.The volunteers distribute winter clothing to the participants and counsel them on how to obtain essential services through various Social Service agencies.”

“Operation Chillouts Homeless Veterans Team continues to educate the public about the plight of the homelesss veteran and their unique needs. OCO has noted that on average 1 out of 5 homeless persons that their teams have encountered are military veterans. The Homeless Veterans Team holds workshops at various veteran organizations, community groups, law enforcement agencies, municipal agencies, fraternal organizations, and colleges to educate the public of the continuing veteran homeless issues facing our society. In addition OCO partners with several NJ Sheriff departments to assist law enforcement in the handling of incidents involving homeless veterans. OCO operates a Homeless Veterans Rapid Response hotline that veterans can call when they are in crisis or need help finding services in the community. The Team has helped homeless veterans obtain services and benefits through the Veterans Administration as well as obtain housing and income assistance. OCO organized its annual fundraiser -Vets Summer Fest- to increase public awareness about homeless veterans and their unique issues. Funds raised supports OCOs homeless rapid response outrach programs. The event attracted over 750 individuals and families from the surrounding communities continuing to educate the public on the plight of homeless veterans. In 2015 a Fish and Chips dinner was held to help OCO spread their message to a larger audience and continue to raise awareness about the plight of the homeless veteran. OCO continues to look for opportunities to to educate the public and raise awareness about homelessness and the needs of this population.”