Zams Hope Community Resources Cente

“Crime Prevention Under Job Training & Placement-It was designed to identify and recruit candidates students for employment opportunities after completion of job readiness training”

“International Projects-Most if not all of the disadvantaged individuals are living in inhabitable shanty mud structures. Such houses have no beddings, ceilings, floor finishing and usually poorly ventilated. They are in need of humane habitable shelter such that will give them human dignity. They do not have or enjoy the luxury of toilets in their community as they are subjected to open defecation. We are making a difference by providing services such as:”

“Affordable Food Pantry-The organization also offers an option for clients in which they are required to pay $20 for a box of food necessities that is worth $60. They can use their state EBT benefits card. Kitchen”

“Household item donations received during the tax year included a variety of items such as furniture clothing toys kitchenware and general supplies These items were received from multiple donors and were used in the organizations programs to support individuals and families in need. Due to the volume and nature of the items a detailed listing of each item was not feasible instead the fair market value was estimated based on similar items in good condition but Organization also has itemized list of items”

“In response to the donors request Organization confirms that the donation will be allocated specifically to support natural disaster relief efforts in Turkey and Syria These funds will be directed towards essential relief activities including providing food water shelter, and medical aid to communities affected by the disaster and threrfore donated to Embrace Relief Foundation Inc.”

“During the tax year, Organization received a donated vehicle from a donor. The value of the vehicle was recorded based on the original purchase price provided by the donor. While not necessarily reflective of current fair market value, this valuation was used to provide a baseline for recording the donation on Schedule M. The organization acknowledges that fair market value can fluctuate based on factors such as age, condition, and market demand; however, the original purchase price was deemed a reasonable approximation in this instance. Documentation was retained.”

“Throughout the tax year Organization received multiple donations of food and grocery items from three different donors The value of these donations was recorded based on the original purchase price provided by the donors at the time of purchase This method was used as a straightforward basis for valuation though it may not necessarily represent the current fair market value due to factors such as product shelf life and market changes These items were distributed directly through the organization programs to support organization programs for food assistance for underserved communitie”

“During the tax year, Organization received in-kind donations from several generous donors, including furniture, bedding, clothing, winter clothing, kids' toys, supplies, and other essential items. Each item was valued based on the fair market value provided by the donors. While this approach gives a basis for valuation, it may not fully represent current fair market value due to factors such as usage, age, and condition of items. These donated items were utilized directly in community relief efforts, family support programs, or seasonal aid for low-income families.”

“During the year, Don transitioned from an independent consultant from January to May 2023, reporting on 1099NEC to an employee for the Job Assistance Program from June to December 2023. The consulting services were contracted independently without employment tax withholding, while wages as an employee were subject to employment taxes. This reflects the distinct roles and compensation methods”

“Nigeria-During the tax year, Organization conducted significant projects in Nigeria, focusing on remodeling a local school with three classrooms, installing water tanks to provide clean water, and distributing food to support community nutrition. These efforts were funded through cash donations ($14,840) and various in-kind contributions ($7,650), which were managed and distributed on-site by an organization employee. Approximately 5,000 individuals benefited from these initiatives, which addressed critical needs in education, water access, and food security. Pakistan-During the year, $1,000 was remitted to a volunteer in Pakistan specifically to distribute food among needy families and individuals. This initiative aimed to support vulnerable communities facing food insecurity, aligning with Organization 's mission to provide humanitarian aid to those in need. India-During the year, $2,800 was spent on food distribution and educational workshops in India to support underprivileged communities. Additionally, in-kind donations($21,455), including essential supplies, were sent via containers and boxes through a courier service to further assist these initiatives. These efforts align with Organization's commitment to providing food security and educational resources to those in need.”

“Public Support (Lines 1-5): Includes grants, in-kind donations, and contributions from other organizations. These sources reflect broad public support. Other Income (Line 10): Includes credit card rewards and EBT grocery sales. This income is generated from organizational activities and does not count toward the public support percentage but contributes to total support.”

“During the tax year Organization had an outstanding loan from a key person. The loan balance carried forward from 2022 was $26,245. An additional loan of $36,096.27 was provided by the key person during the current year, bringing the total loan amount to 62341 During the year 20654 was repaid to the key person resulting in an ending balance of 41686. All transactions were recorded and documented according to the organizations financial policies to ensure transparency and compliance.”

“The assets reported in Schedule D Part VI include balances carried forward from the prior years ending book value. During the current tax year the organization added one additional asset a donated Dodge Caravan Van recorded at its fair market value upon receipt. The donated vehicle has been included in the total assets reported for the year with appropriate documentation maintained to substantiate its value.”

“Bank Charges 107.10 Meals 138.62 Parking and Tolls 419.24 Credit Card Processing Fees 546.20 Payroll Processing Fees 753.59 License & Permits 797.34 Cost of goods Sold Affordable Pantry 968.84 Cleaning Service 1219.15 Dues and Subscription 1743.21 Utilities Gas 2232.50 Direct Expenses Job Training 2535.90 Utilities Electric 2670.22 Shipping Freight and Delivery 6455.12 Internet and Phone 6971.60 Repair and Maintenance 9812.88 Publication and Printing 12126.60 Supplies Expenses 22005.20”

“In 2023 Organization was approved for a grant totaling 60674 from the City of Chicago. However due to the organizations use of the cash basis of accounting only funds actually received during 2023 were recognized as revenue. The remaining balance of 25455.45 was received in 2024 and will be recorded as revenue in that year consistent with cash basis accounting principles. This ensures compliance with the organizations accounting policy”