Better Business Bureau Report for
The MariElders, Inc.

Better Business Bureau Report issued December 2011
Better Business Bureau Report expires December 2013


This BBB Accredited charity meets all 20 Standards for Charity Accountability and is a Seal Holder. Find out more...


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Charity Contact Information

Name: The MariElders, Inc.
Address: 6923 Madisonville Road
  Cincinnati, OH 45227
Phone: (513) 271-5588
Web Address:
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Better Business Bureau Comments

Year, State Incorporated: 1986, Ohio
Affiliates: None
Stated Purpose: To provide activities and services to adults 55 and over that help them live productively and independently as long as possible.

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BBB Accreditation

               

A BBB Accredited Charity since 12/14/1994.

BBB has determined that in addition to meeting BBB's 20 Standards for Charity Accountability, The MariElders, Inc. adheres to the BBB Code of Business Practices, which includes a commitment to make a good faith effort to resolve any complaints.  Charities that display the BBB Accredited Charity Seal pay a fee for review / monitoring and for support of BBB's services to the public. 

BBB accreditation does not mean that the charity's programs or services have been evaluated or endorsed by BBB or that BBB has made a determination as to the charity's competency in performing services.

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Evaluation Conclusions

               

The MariElders, Inc. meets the 20 Standards for Charity Accountability.
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Programs

               

The MariElders offers a variety of programs and services to keep members and older adults active and involved in the community. At the center, the organization offers weekly activities that include exercise classes, billiards, arts and crafts, bridge, and dominos. Each month, the charity selects an activity outside the center and may include trips to area museums, sporting events, restaurants, and theaters. The goal of the social service department is to be able to assist the client so that he or she may remain independent in their own homes. The charity's services include financial assistance for individuals who are having difficulty paying bills, provide a list of organizations who can help with personal care services, and Home Insurance Assistance in which the charity will assist in reviewing health insurance forms, bills from doctor’s offices, and filling out applications for Medicare and Medicaid programs. The Van Shuttle will transport members on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays to the grocery store, pharmacy, library, banks, hairdressers, area restaurants, doctors, and dentists. Medical transportation is provided by volunteers for members who are unable to drive to their medical appointment.

For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2010, The MariElders, Inc.'s program expenses were:

  
Community Services 134,137
Total Program Expenses: $134,137
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Governance

               

Chief Executive : Ms. Barbara R. Anderson, Executive Director
Compensation*:
 $35,730

Chair of the Board: Ms. Sally Coffman
Chair's Profession / Business Affiliation: Not Provided

Board Size: 9

Paid Staff Size: 4

*Compensation includes annual salary and, if applicable, benefit plans, expense accounts, and other allowances.
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Fund Raising

               

Method(s) Used:

direct mail appeals
Fundraising costs were 16% of related contributions. (Related contributions, which totaled $43,766, are donations received as a result of fundraising activities.)
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Tax Status

               

This charity is tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. It is eligible to receive contributions deductible as charitable donations for federal income tax purposes.
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Financial

               

The following information is based on The MariElders, Inc.'s audited financial statements for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2010.

Source of Funds  
Village Tax Levy 63,525
Unrealized Gain (Loss) on Investments 35,769
Interest and Dividend Income 23,850
Council on Aging 18,722
Member's Council (Net) 11,201
Fundraising 8,962
Contributions and Private Donations 7,623
Membership Donations 6,535
Bequest 5,000
Memorial Gifts 4,445
Newsletter 2,406
Gain on Sale of Assets 1,000
Realized Gain (Loss) on Investments 17
Total Income $189,055


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Uses of Funds as a % of Total Expenses

Programs: 75%  Fund Raising: 4%  Administrative: 21% 

Total income   $189,055
  Program expenses $134,137
  Fund raising expenses 7,010
  Administrative expenses 38,556
 
Total expenses   $179,703
Income in Excess of Expenses   9,352
Beginning net assets   795,625
Ending net assets   804,977
Total liabilities  
Total assets   $804,977


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