2024-06-23T01:00:02Z 2023-12-31 462062337 OnFire Nonprofit Consulting 1162 E 26th Street 0 Charlotte NC 28205 990EZ 2023-01-01 872591704 CHARLOTTE GAYMERS NETWORK INC CHAR 3522830271 1162 E 36TH ST CHARLOTTE NC 28205 RC Goslee Treasurer 0000000000 2024-06-23 true RC Goslee true Melissa Metcalf Le Roy P03217396 8282431746 2024-06-23 X 2023 2023-04-26 12:10:37Z X X www.charlottegaymersnetwork.com X X 140141 X 90971 17139 10489 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 10325 0 10325 11217 140141 0 0 0 5398 0 13954 102692 122044 18097 12496 67112 97705 12496 44023 0 0 0 53682 12496 97705 0 0 12496 97705 X To create an inclusive environment of folks from all walks of life Project Blue Shell Please see schedule O for a detailed program description For our IMPACT please visit wwwcharlottegaymersnetworkcom 20000 Project Horizon Please see schedule O for a detailed program description For our IMPACT please visit wwwcharlottegaymersnetworkcom Project Saturn and Project Paperclip Please see schedule O for a detailed program description For our IMPACT please visit wwwcharlottegaymersnetworkcom 0 X Jonathan Barrio Executive Director Co-Founder 40.00 0 0 0 David McRae Deputy Director 20.00 0 0 0 Noelle Reed President of the Board 5.00 0 0 0 RC Goslee Treasurer 8.00 0 0 0 Derek Kramer Board Member at Large 5.00 0 0 0 Jorge Milares Vice President 5.00 0 0 0 Bryan Archilla Board Member at Large 5.00 0 0 0 false false false false false 0 false false 0 0 0 0 0 false 0 0 false NC RC Goslee 7201 Leaves Lane Charlotte NC 28213 3522830271 false false false false false false false false false false false NONE NONE true X 26865 115566 129816 272247 26865 115566 129816 272247 272247 10325 10325 282572 X 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Part II-B, line 10 Merchandise Sales RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED Schedule O: Part I Question 7a - T-shirts sales Part I Question 8 Other Income - Contracted Services for events Part 1 Question 16 Other Expenses - $102,692 Event Expense - $91,067; Office Expense - $4,014; Merchandise - $3,111; Promotional Events - $4,500 Part II Question 24 - Van used for programming net value minus depreciation Part II Question 26 - Van used for programming net value minus depreciation Part III - Program Service Accomplishments Project Blue Shell; This initiative supports young scholars facing adversity by awarding customized boxes containing a Nintendo Switch select games, esstential school supplies, prepaid Visa gift cards, grocery gift cards, and home renovation gift cards. These gifts are given to standout students at Ridge Road Middle Shcool, celebrating academic achievement and providing crucial support to them and their families. Project Horizon; In partnership with Novant and Atrium hospitals, this project aims to construct and donate custom gaming rigs to pediatric wards. These gaming stations are designed to bring joy and a sense of normalcy to childrens lives during their hospital stays. Project Saturn; An 8-week STEM program designed to immerse high school students in the world of video, game creation. This educational journey covers skills such as coding, marketing, video editing, and live streaming, aiming to ignite future careers in tech. Project Paperclip; This initiative addresses the digital divide faced by economically disadvantaged LGBTQ+ individuals by providing essential technology access and support. Recipients receive a laptop, internet hotspot, and ongoing technical assistance, empowering them to navigate the digital world effectively and unlock opportunities in education, employment, and community connection. Part IV - Jonathan Barrio has served for the past 4 years as a Volunteer Executive Director for The Charlotte Gaymers Network. Charlotte Gaymers Network Organization Overview: CGN was established on July 6th, 2020 by founders Jonny Saldana and Zach Smith, is a cornerstone of unity, inclusivity, and support within the LGBTQ+ community in Charlotte. CGN has evolved from a gaming group into a significant philanthropic entity, making substantial contributions to local causes and communities. CGN Philanthropic Efforts: CGN is dedicated to philanthropy, having raised tens of thousands of dollars for local causes. Our initiatives span beyond fundraising; we extend our IMPACT nationwide by producing game rooms at conventions and conferences from Carolina to California. These efforts combine our passion for gaming with a strong commitment to supporting and uplifiting the LGBTQ+ community. CGN Community Engagement: CGN hosts the largest LGBTQ+ monthly networking event in the Carolinas, providing a vital platform for connection and support among community members. This event has become a pivotal gathering for local networking and a symbol of hope and solidarity for the LGBTQ+ community. CGN Invitation to Support: We invite you to join us in empowering the LGBTQ+ community through these impactful initiatives. Your support enables CGN to extend its reach and deepen its IMPACT, transforming entertainment into a lifeline of support, service, and solidarity for the LGBTQ+ community in Charlotte and beyond.