Throughout the year, we have had the privilege of serving a diverse group of neighbors. A total of 270 individuals were served, comprising 127 females and 143 males. We are grateful for their continued involvement and support in our community activities.

From April through December, excluding the month of August, a total of 217 individuals attended our Sunday services. This consistent participation highlights the importance of our worship gatherings, and the strong connections fostered through these services.

Our Saturday meal program proved to be a vital resource, with 418 neighbors joining us for a meal. This initiative continues to be an essential part of our community outreach, providing nourishment and connection to those in need.

Over the course of the year, we proudly served over 700 hot meals, demonstrating our commitment to supporting the physical and emotional well-being of our neighbors. Each meal represents not just nourishment, but an opportunity for relationship-building and community care.

We are thankful for the opportunity to serve and connect with so many individuals and look forward to continuing this work in the upcoming year.

This year, our organization continued to address basic needs in our community through hygiene, clothing, and laundry services, ensuring our neighbors could maintain dignity and well-being.

A total of 245 hygiene kits were distributed, providing essential personal care items to individuals in need. At least 178 complete outfits were supplied, helping neighbors with clean, suitable clothing for various occasions. Our onsite washer and dryer supported 54 loads of laundry, ensuring access to clean clothes for individuals and families. With an average of 4 loads per open day, this service remains an essential resource, equating to 12 loads weekly.

In a significant milestone, we installed a new shower facility at the end of the year, which will be operational in 2025. This addition will provide an average of 3 showers per open day, addressing a critical need for hygiene services and greatly enhancing our offerings.

As we move into the new year, we are committed to strengthening our impact by expanding services and continuing to support our neighbors with dignity and care. The addition of the shower facility marks a new chapter, allowing us to better serve those who rely on us.

Thank you to our community of supporters and partners for making these achievements possible. Together, we are creating meaningful change, one service at a time.

In the past fiscal year, UP Initiative received generous contributions from donors and supporters, allowing us to continue delivering vital services to our community. However, this year also presented new financial challenges that highlighted areas for growth and improvement.

Our total donations for the year amounted to $38.118, with an average monthly donation of $3,182. While these contributions demonstrate continued support from our community, there were several months where donations fell short of covering operational costs. This shortfall underscores the need for more consistent and sustainable fundraising efforts.

The total expenses for the year were $45,028, with an average monthly expense of $3,752. Starting in September, we observed a notable increase in monthly expenses attributed to the acquisition of a new facility, which was essential to expanding our capacity to house and deliver services. While this strategic investment positions us for future growth, it also introduces higher operating costs, including rent, utilities, and maintenance.

A key challenge this year was the disparity between monthly donations and expenses. On average, monthly donations fell short of covering our costs, leading us to rely on reserve funds and emergency contributions. This pattern is unsustainable in the long term and highlights the importance of expanding our donor base, increasing recurring monthly donations, and developing new fundraising initiatives.