Central Iowa Shelter & Services

“Whistle sculpture - $32,586: "the little whistle with the great big sound." the whistle is a tool of intervention and communication. It elicits a range of meanings from safety to music and celebration. As the shelter provides safety , nourishment and promotes efficacy, the whistle functionally and symbolically is also engaged with these activities. Porcelain tile mural - $11,050: "hope is the thing with feathers" is meant to convey feelings of hope, opportunity, and sheltering for the residents and guest. Giraffe painting - $5,000: was created to honor the life and legacy donation of a large donor. The painting signifies care taking and comfort for all those experiencing homelessness. Artistic rendition of a donor's logo - $2,000: this piece is not only recognition for monetary donations, but also for the countless man hours donated to help further our mission. It is also a reminder to all community members that homelessness is a universal and all businesses from all fields can be of assistance. $20,000 downpayment for artwork that will elevate the campus and the environment utilized and inhabited by our clients through the inclusion of public art by artist who are seeking to raise awareness in the field of mental health and homelessness. All projects were chosen to assist ciss in telling our history and story through art.”

“A. Capital fund: is a short-term temporary pass-through fund established with the community foundation of greater des moines to facilitate the funding and construction of facilities that further our mission. The asset of the capital fund consists primarily of a money market portfolio and is subject to investment risks, including the loss of principal. B. Endowment fund: is a long-term endowment fund. Under certain circumstances ciss may request a 100% distribution form the fund to be used at the discretion of the board of directors. The fund, including any contributions to the fund, is recognized as a fund functioning as an endowment and is reported as net asset without donor restriction. C. Endow iowa: is a permanent endowment established under the terms of endow iowa legislation. In accordance with the terms of the endow iowa legislation, distributions of up to but not more than 5% of the fund balance as of december 31 of the precious year may be made each year. Net income in excess of distributions, administrative fees, and direct expenses are to remain in the fund. The fair value of the beneficial interests is measured using level 3 inputs and is based on the value of the assets underlying the beneficial interests.”

“The organization has adopted the provision of asc topic 740, income taxes, relating to the accounting for uncertainty in income taxes. The organization files an information return in the u.s. Federal jurisdiction. Management is not aware of any uncertain tax positions.”