Shared City

“| Other Revenues:, Amount:| Contract Work with BCDCOG for Thriving Communities Subcontract Work, $7900| In-kind donations, $14772|”

“| Other Expenses:, Amount:| Fundraising Expenses including marketing and website, $6080.00| Management and General Expenses including legal fees for filings office supplies insurance subscriptions for client management, $5483.00| Program Expenses including supplies training materials food for trainings, $18819.00|”

“| Employee Name:, Description:| Kristin Parker, Kristin is a W2 employee working at least 40 hours per week. She began receiving pay on April 1 2024 through December 31 2024. The majority of Kristins time is spent on program development and execution. She spends a portion of her time on general management and a portion of her time on fundraising.| Holly Kelly, From April 1 2024 - December 31 2024 for 28 hours per week as a W2 employee. The majority of Hollys time is spent on program development and execution.|”

“| Explanation:| In our first year Shared City prioritized direct program impact ensuring that resources were used effectively to serve nonprofit leaders volunteers and donors. 68% of our salary costs supported program development and execution ensuring high-quality training and resources for those working to create lasting change. 19% of salaries were allocated to management and operational support maintaining organizational sustainability while 13% was designated for fundraising efforts to expand our reach and impact.”

“| Explanation:| Nonprofit Capacity Building: Learning Lab In 2024 Shared City launched the Learning Lab an accessible training program designed to equip nonprofit leaders with the essential skills to create sustainable high-impact organizations. This year 57 local leaders received training gaining practical tools to strengthen their missions and build long-term capacity. With a focus on effective governance strategic planning and operational excellence the Learning Lab is directly shaping the future of Charlestons nonprofit sector ensuring organizations are equipped to serve their communities effectively.”

“| Explanation:| Effective Charity Training: Volunteer & Donor Education Shared City is committed to transforming how volunteers and donors engage in charitable efforts. Through the Community Impact Workshop and coaching programs we trained 17 volunteers and donors equipping them with the knowledge to contribute meaningfully to long-term community impact. By addressing common pitfalls in ineffective charity and emphasizing sustainable giving strategies we ensure that resources are used efficiently and ethically to break cycles of poverty.”

“| Explanation:| Catalyzing Connections: Strengthening Charlestons Nonprofit Ecosystem Shared City is creating stronger connections between nonprofit leaders volunteers and donors allowing them to work together more effectively. Through intentional relationship-building direct support and shared resources we have helped align efforts for greater more sustainable impact. By removing barriers to collaboration and ensuring organizations and individuals have access to the knowledge and support they need we are strengthening Charlestons nonprofit sector and improving outcomes for those in need.”