Form 990 for tax year 2024

Totals

Total revenue

$5,860,465

Total expenses

$5,804,515

Contributions and grants received

$5,560,161

Grants paid

$3,519,336

Program service revenue

$51,516

Investment income

$186,631

Other revenue

$62,157

Total assets, end of year

$9,164,524

Total liabilities, end of year

$439,192

Net assets or fund balances, end of year

$8,725,332

Program services expenses (Part IX)

$4,795,911

Management and general expenses

$307,450

Fundraising expenses

$701,154

Program service expenses (Part III)

$4,795,911

Program services were 82.6% of total expenses calculated — Part IX's program-services column over total expenses, both as filed.

Line items

Every line the filer filed in Parts VIII, IX and X, as filed and in filed order. Blank columns are left out, and the lines are not forced to add up to the totals above.

Mission and programs · 2024

• At United Way of Cass-Clay, our expertise is cultivating solutions to end poverty. By connecting experts and data, we invest in programs and innovative solutions best positioned to lift families out of poverty.We know poverty isn't just one thing. Today in our community, families struggle with hunger, housing, childcare, family-sustaining jobs, and more - often all at the same time. (Continued on Schedule O)To address these challenges, we focus on these Bold Goals:-Preventing Hunger & Homelessness-Preparing Children to Succeed-Strengthening FamiliesBold Goal 1 - Prevent hunger for families and children through system-wide collaborative initiatives.- Prevent homelessness for families and youth through system-wide collaborative initiatives.Why we invest: We believe every family deserves a place to call home and nutritious food to keep them healthy. We collaborate with local experts to address the root causes of homelessness and hunger, striving to prevent families and children from facing these hardships. Additionally, we invest in shelters and food pantries, ensuring comprehensive support for families as they work toward breaking the cycle of poverty. The Issue:-1,050 individuals are homeless; of which 200 are children-16,000 individuals experience hunger; of which 6,400 are childrenThe Results: - 35,990 families received food assistance (over 3.8M pounds) - 2,763 individuals prevented from homelessness (of which 85% maintained housing) - 10,000+ children screened for hunger at a health care visit - $1.3M saved through the Housing Navigation Program (7-year cost savings of $4,250,179)Bold Goal 2 - Prepare children for kindergarten socially, emotionally, and academically.- Prepare students to graduate choice ready to continue their education or to enter the workforce.Why we invest: We believe kids deserve the opportunity to reach their full potential. We know that children who receive high-quality, early childhood education and start kindergarten prepared are more likely to succeed in school and graduate. This critical milestone sets the foundation for a future filled with opportunities and choices as kids grow into adulthood. The Issue:- Only 37% of children under 4 years old are enrolled in early education - Kids are 3x more likely to experience poverty as adults when in poverty as kidsThe Results: - 739 children enrolled in high-quality, early childhood education - 1,633 students were connected to a positive adult mentor- 96% of children entered kindergarten socially, emotionally, and academically readyBold Goal 3- Increase employment and income to improve financial stability.- Increase family and social support to reduce barriers to access social, emotional, and mental health resources.Why we invest: We believe every family deserves the opportunity to thrive. Breaking the cycle of poverty is not easy. By improving the health, well-being, and stability of families we help provide the foundation to strengthen and stabilize families creating generational change. The Issue: - 75% of children who need mental health support don't have access- 1 in 9 individuals live in poverty; many who are unemployed or underemployedThe Results: - 612 individuals secured employment - 2,500+ families accessed supportive services, and reported an 80.7% increase in well-being- 99 individuals improved their employability by gaining new credentials, certificates, or degrees

  Expenses $4,715,259 · Grants $3,480,066

• 35 Under 35 Leadership Program:United Way of Cass-Clay's 35 Under 35 Women's Leadership Program's goal is to inspire local women from all backgrounds to make a difference, help them realize their leadership skills and energize their collective power as women in our community. The program includes sessions, led by local leaders, covering topics such as goal setting, communication, personal growth, board leadership, public speaking, conflict management, and other leadership-focused topics.(Continued on Schedule O)Mission:-Strengthens leadership skills and confidence of female leaders-Enhances the impact of women across our workplaces, homes, and community-Inspires collaboration and unity Since 2009, 560 local women have participated in the leadership program.Participants enhance their skills to: -Connect with a diverse network of dynamic young women and local leaders-Expand knowledge of the community and opportunities to serve in volunteer leadership positions-Become re-energized, motivated, and equipped to sharpen their skill set-Gain confidence and skills to lead in current and future positions at their companies/organizationsWomen UNITED Leadership Team:The Women UNITED Leadership Team is dedicated to supporting United Way's work through events benefitting local families and children living in our community. This 15-member group of 35 Under 35 Women's Leadership Program alumni strengthen our community through community service, fundraising, and leadership.Their work includes planning, fundraising, and implementing of Women UNITED events, which include the United Fore Kids Golf Scramble and the United Way Luncheon & Silent Auction.In addition to their work on events, members serve as advocates for United Way of Cass-Clay, inspiring others to engage and invest in our work, and raising awareness on community issues impacting local families and children.Lead UNITED (formerly Emerging Leaders Program):Lead UNITED provides unique volunteer and leadership development experiences that activate and elevate your connections, skills, and our community. Giving at the Community Builder level, provides access to all Lead UNITED events and programming.How Lead UNITED makes each of us - and our community - stronger:-Grow professionally and personally with leadership-based programming led by community leaders.-Help our neighbors most in need and see your generosity at work through hands-on volunteer opportunities.-Maximize your time and impact by investing in solutions to our community's biggest challenges while growing your network and connections.-Gain a deeper understanding of critical issues in our local community and how each of us can make a difference.

  Expenses $28,490 · Revenue $51,516

• School Supply Drive:2024 marked the 26th year of the annual School Supply Drive, which provides students in need with a new backpack filled with supplies so they can start the school year confident, ready to learn, and prepared to succeed. In 2024, 6,000 local students were equipped with a backpack and set of school supplies thanks to the generosity of our community! Students enrolled in every school district across Cass & Clay Counties received backpacks and more than 700 volunteers helped in collecting supplies, (Continued on Schedule O)preparing backpacks, and distributing them to students in our community. Imagination Library:United Way has enjoyed supporting Dolly Parton's Imagination Library for over 15 years. Starting in January of 2020 United Way is no longer accepting new registrations for the program but will continue to honor and maintain all prior registrations. Those enrolled in the program receive a free book in the mail each month to help spark a love for reading. In 2024, 5,104 books were distributed to 868 local children.Additionally, United Way is proud to sponsor the following community program:-Since 2014, as part of our work to lift families out of poverty, United Way of Cass-Clay has been investing in local Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) programs. Services include preparation of state and federal tax forms, quality screening by a reviewer, electronic filing, and availability of low or no-fee reloadable debit card accounts for those without a bank for direct deposit. In addition, screening for eligibility in other programs such as Energy Assistance and Free and Reduced Lunch. In 2024, 482 individuals received services and had tax returns completed. Overall, federal and state refunds totaled $945,377 with savings in tax preparation services of $126,766.

  Expenses $52,162 · Grants $39,270

As filed on the 2024 return. The filer continues this part on Schedule O, which is not shown here.

Listed in Part VII

Compensation is as filed in Part VII: reportable pay from this organization and from related organizations, other compensation, and hours per week. The total, marked calculated, is our sum of the three dollar columns, with a blank column counted as $0; the form itself has no total. On a Form 990-EZ the columns are Part IV's instead, and on a Form 990-PF Part VIII's — compensation, contributions to benefit plans, and expense account — and the total sums those. A Schedule J breakdown is as filed: base pay, bonus, other, deferred compensation and nontaxable benefits from this organization, with any from related organizations beside each, and the filer's own total. It is shown with the Part VII listing of the same name on the same return. The form gives no key between the two, so that pairing is ours, and is marked matched by us.

Schedule J

Part I's answers as filed. A line not listed was left unanswered; on lines 1a and 3 that means the box was not checked.

Grants on this return

• Presentation Partners in Housing (PPiH)

  $350,039

  Support Agency Programs

• CAPLP Lakes and Prairies Community Action Partnership Inc

  $306,431

  Support Agency Programs

• YWCA Cass Clay

  $269,463

  Support Agency Programs

• YMCA of the Northern Sky

  $250,999

  Support Agency Programs

• SouthEastern North Dakota Community Action Agency

  $230,270

  Support Agency Programs

• Rape and Abuse Crisis Center

  $202,397

  Support Agency Programs

• Great Plains Food Bank

  $158,326

  Support Agency Programs

• Immigrant Development Center

  $157,039

  Support Agency Programs

• Churches United

  $131,442

  Support Agency Programs

• Youthworks

  $116,368

  Support Agency Programs

The 10 largest by cash amount. The API serves every itemized grant.

Provenance

Return type

form_990

Tax year

2024

Filed

29 October 2025

IRS schema version

2024v5.2

Source object

202533029349301403

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