Emergency Services responded to continued demand for basic needs by providing food, clothing, financial
assistance and referrals to 22,577 persons in crisis. This effort included helping 855 families avoid homelessness
or substandard living conditions by assisting with electricity, water, natural gas, and rent payments. More than
245,400 pounds of food was provided to hungry neighbors and 11,744 clients benefitted from gently-used clothing.
The Community Garden harvested 3,201 pounds of fresh produce, aiding clients’ nutritional well-being.
? The Gethsemane Food Pantry expanded to four days of operation, working to address hunger in the
southwest portion of our service area. The pantry fed 21,831 persons from 5,547 households – a 19% increase from
the prior year. Of those served, 48% were children, and 55% of client households included one or more employed
adults. The Garden at Gethsemane produced its initial harvest – 3,755 pounds of fresh fruits and vegetables.
? JobNet served 375 job-seekers by offering skill-building workshops, computer training, job leads, resume
development, business attire, and access to office equipment. We saw an inspiring leap in the number of
participants who found work in 2010 – 30% were gainfully employed. JobNet’s personalized design increases
clients’ skills and confidence, especially those who face significant employment barriers.
? Martha’s Way engaged 158 participants in the 42-hour residential housekeeping training program. This
number reflects a 21% increase from last year, which is a result of CCSC strategically increasing the number of
vocational training classes offered. A recent survey of Martha’s Way graduates shows that six months after
completing the program, the average client had increased her wages by 433%.
? Back To School touched the lives of 6,160 underprivileged children. By providing these students (Pre-K to 8th
grade) with comprehensive school supplies, new school attire, and gently used shoes and clothing, children are far
better prepared to achieve academic success.
? Jingle Bell Express provided 3,224 children from low-income families with new toys and books for their
Christmas celebrations. Each of their 967 families also received a food package for this special time of year. This
uniquely designed program addresses many client needs including literacy and hunger.
? The Louise J. Moran Vision Care Program partnered with local elementary schools to provide visionscreening
services to 1,642 children. A total of 409 students then benefited from professional eye exams at
University Eye Institute, with 373 of them receiving new prescription glasses.
? The Sunshine Resale Shop netted $72,868 from the sale of donated items, a decrease from the prior
year’s sales due to the recession. Shop proceeds are channeled into CCSC’s mission allowing more clients
to be served. The store also provides a great service to community members who are living on a fixed or
limited income by selling items at a fraction of retail cost.
? 1,958 CCSC volunteers contributed 42,500 hours of service across the organization – the estimated monetary
value of this contribution is $886,125. Approximately 430 persons were involved in on-going service commitments
and 31 groups helped with special projects.
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For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2010, Christian Community Service Center's program expenses were:
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Emergency services
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1,048,158
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Gesthemane food patry
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663,861
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Back to school
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325,806
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Sunshine resale shop
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269,746
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JobNet
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121,056
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Martha's way
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97,909
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Louise J. Moran vision care
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62,990
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Jingle Bell Express
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61,098
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Total Program Expenses:
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$2,650,624
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