Darts

“Outside cpa and darts director of finance collaborate to prepare the 990 for review by president and the board of director's finance committee. President and finance committee receive a copy of the 990 at a committee meeting. The director of finance presents the 990 to the finance committee. Questions are to be directed to and answered by the director of finance to the finance committee and president's satisfaction and corrected if required. 990 is approved by the finance committee prior to filing. The full board receives a copy of the 990 at a regularly scheduled board meeting.”

“A related party questionnaire and a conflict of interest disclosure form are sent to all tdoke's for completion as part of the annual audit.”

“President's performance is reviewed by the independent executive committee and compensation is approved based on comparable compensation data gathered from mn council of nonprofits survey and other data as deemed necessary. Compensation review process is fully documented in the president's personnel file utilizing the rebuttable presumption checklist and a compensation confirmation letter.”

“Governing documents, including articles and by laws are public articles on file with the mn secretary of state. Annual audited financials are available upon request and are posted on the organization's website and accessible via guidestar and charity navigator websites. Darts does not currently make it's conflict of interest policy available to the public. Darts mails an annual report to all clients and previous donors which includes unaudited financial summary data.”

“Darts mission is creating connections that enrich aging. We are a respected leader in providing equitable solutions that reflect diverse community needs and create a fulfilling aging journey. Darts supports healthy aging by providing practical services at home; accessible ride services; supporting caregivers; engages all ages to volunteer.”

“Social services- darts' social workers and service coordinators work with older adults and family caregivers to assess needs and provide guidance, including on-site support. Darts' information and assistance call line is the entry point. Service coordinators work with caregivers of older adults to provide counseling and resource connection. In 2023, darts served 183 people with access assistance, service navigation, support groups, counseling, family meetings and/or respite. The breathing space group respite locations reached maximum capacity and are expanding to weekly service in early 2024. Respite volunteers provided 3497 hours of relief. 91% of caregivers surveyed said darts increased their ability to provide care. In 2023 darts added specialized access specifically targeting latine and lgbtq+ older adults. Darts provided service coordination to 406 clients in affordable senior apartment buildings. In december, we increased buildings, bringing our total to eighteen. We provided healthy aging services to 32 clients.”

“Home services- darts provides household services that assist older adults in remaining in the home of their choice. Darts staff, contractors, and volunteers partner to provide services that include housekeeping tasks (including laundry and meal preparation), and outdoor chores (such as lawn care and snow removal). In 2023, darts provided home services to 578 older adults. Darts volunteers completed 11,987 service hours assisting older adults with yardwork, providing respite care, strategic, and administrative support for darts and mentoring elementary school students. 31 volunteers provided 640 hours of tech support through our new tech buddies program, creating intergenerational connections and increasing clients' abilities to use technology to stay engaged in their community. 94% darts home services clients report these services help to reduce isolation. For all clients, survey responses, 96% say darts improved their ability to live at their home.”

“General- in 2023 we helped 2,070 program participants among whom 23% enrolled in two or more darts programs. 67% report they are at or below 200% of federal poverty levels, 75% are female, and 18% are a race other than white. The average client age is 75.”

“Other fees 152,785 77,151 29,915”