Lakewood Alive Inc

“Prior to filing, the form 990 is presented to the executive director and treasurer for review and approval. The form 990 is then electronically distributed to the board of directors in advance of filing.”

“Each year, the board members are asked to review the organization's conflict of interest policy. Among other things, the policy makes clear that all decisions of the board, officers, and employees of the organization are made solely on the basis of a desire to promote the best interest of the organization and the public good. The conflict of interest statement requests board members to identify to the best of their knowledge affiliations with organizations that may be potentially related to the financials or other substantive operations of the organization. They are also asked to identify circumstances involving either themselves, or a member of their extended family, that may be construed as a conflict of interest. At the staff level, the organization's personnel also ensure that there are no conflicts of interest when considering the engagement of a new vendor. If a potential conflict is identified, appropriate steps are taken to both assess the nature of the potential conflict and, subsequently, to ensure that the possibility of an actual conflict is mitigated. Such mitigation is managed and the letter and spirit of the conflicts policy are upheld.”

“The executive committee annually evaluates the performance of the executive director. Compensation is based on performance and compared to other area mission-comparable organizations of similar size. Compensation for staff within the organization is determined by the executive director. The level of compensation is set based on performance and in relation to other area mission-comparable organizations of similar size. This compensation is a component of the budget, which is reviewed and approved by the finance committee and also by the board as a whole.”

“The organization's governing documents, form 1023, form 990 conflict of interest policy and financial statements are made available to the public upon request. The form 990, without schedule b) can also be found on several publicly-accessible websites.”

“Program acconplishments for the year ended june 30, 2024 are as follows: housing outreach programming lakewoodalives housing outreach programming has significantly impacted numerous residents by providing essential services and support. Client households served: 149 demographics of households served: 84% low-moderate income 70% female heads of household 81% senior citizens (62+) services offered (july 1, 2023 - june 30, 2024): aging in place: 7 completed assessments over 100 senior residents engaged department of community development: 12 projects approved for city funding \239,000 total funding secured volunteer projects: 25 projects 129 volunteers 323 hours bed bug support: 88 phone calls & referrals 28 in-person meetings 13 cases treated 5 single-family homes 8 multi-family homes paint lakewood program lakewoodalives paint program is a resource for low-moderate income households who are looking to address their exterior painting needs. Services offered in 2023-2024: projects completed (july 1, 2023 - june 30, 2024): 10 projects financial impact (july 1, 2023 - june 30, 2024): \71,000 lifetime of program (2010-2024): total projects completed (2010-2024): 152 total financial impact (2010-2024): \680,000 client demographics for paint lakewood program (2023-2024): all 10 clients served are low-moderate income (80% or less than area median income). 70% senior citizens. 70% female heads of household. 40% single female senior heads of household. Overview of lakewoodalive housing programming lakewoodalive administers the following housing programs: the paint lakewood program aging in place the lakewood tool box the knowing your home free educational series assisting with hoarding & bedbug cases recommending contractors to clients intaking and assisting with applications for city of lakewood funded home renovation financing yard clean-ups leaf raking snow shoveling program volunteer-based home renovation projects successful & thriving business districts testimonials from local business owners highlight the positive impact of lakewoodalive and the community. I love the city of lakewood, lakewoodalive, and lakewood people; everyone is so helpful. - sophie saichampa, the grooming loft by sophie the events and support lakewoodalive brings to our community makes me feel like im part of a big family. I see familiar smiling faces at every event i go to. Lakewood makes me feel that im finally home and i really believe lakewoodalive is a big reason why. From the support and resources they provide to small businesses owners like me, to events that bring a sense of belonging and warmth to residents im never leaving this city. - ami rizek, owner of doki doki support for small business districts lakewoodalive acts as a fiscal sponsor for 4 thriving small business districts in lakewood, including the west end business alliance, uptown business alliance, downtown lakewood business alliance, and bunts to birdtown. Lakewoodalive supports small business lakewoodalive provides a range of services to support and nurture local small businesses: track and research the available commercial properties in lakewood and update the available properties page on the city website. Call and meet with new businesses to welcome them to lakewood. Administer the blossoms program, which accounts for the flower boxes that go up every summer in front of participating businesses. Attend and assist in small business alliance meetings including those for downtown lakewood business alliance (dlba), west end lakewood, uptown lakewood, and bunts to birdtown. Attend ribbon cuttings for new businesses. Work closely with the city of lakewood and lakewood chamber of commerce. Help business owners apply for signage, storefront renovation, and gap financing grants through the city of lakewood. Historic preservations efforts. Connect small businesses to professional services such as legal aid, bookkeeping, sba, sbdc. Track and aid businesses seeking available space. Helping to facili”