2025-02-24T14:52:40Z 2024-10-31 990EZ 2023-11-01 933649893 KENTUCKY FOOD MINISTRY CO KENT 8593970159 6145 MOUNT STERLING RD WINCHESTER KY 403919407 Alexandra Salvaterra Executive Director 8593970159 2025-02-23 2023 2025-03-06 01:10:19Z X X X www.kentuckyfoodministry.org X X 4347 X 4347 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 4347 0 0 0 240 0 0 2644 2884 1463 678 0 2141 678 2141 0 0 0 0 678 2141 0 0 678 2141 The purpose of Kentucky Food Ministry is to operate as a Christian-based organization with a core mission of providing essential support services to those in need. Our primary focus is on serving individuals facing hunger and food insecurity. In addition to this, we extend our assistance by offering care packages, facilitating connections to other community resources, and providing clothing to those who need it. Our overarching goal is to alleviate the physical and emotional hardships faced by individuals in our community by addressing their immediate needs and helping them toward self-sufficiency and well-being. Our food distribution program delivers ready-to-eat meals directly to individuals experiencing food insecurity. During the tax year, the program operated 31 days, served 2,441 meals, and logged 426 volunteer hours, significantly improving access to meals for those in need. 0 1380 1380 Alexandra Salvaterra President of Board, Executive Director 10.00 0 0 0 John Corum Director, Treasurer of Board 3.00 0 0 0 Holynn Crager Vice President of Board, Director of Outreach 5.00 0 0 0 David Derenge Director, Vice President of Board 3.00 0 0 0 false false false false false 0 false false 0 0 0 false 0 0 false KY Alexandra Salvaterra 6145 Mount Sterling Rd Winchester KY 40391 8592021179 false false false false false false false false false false false false NONE 0 NONE 0 true X 0 0 0 0 683 683 0 0 0 0 683 683 0 0 0 683 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 683 683 X 1.00000 0.00000 0.00000 0.00000 Part I, Line 16 Miscellaneous Expense 176.73 Supplies and Materials 313.45 Food 991.36 GoFundMe Processing Fees 28.35 Stripe Processing Fees 45.40 Legal 275.0 Accounting 161.35 Advertising and Promotion 525.56 Office Expenses 8.34 Information Technology 118.45 TOTAL OTHER REVENUE 2643.63 In our first year of operations, a significant portion of expenses was allocated to advertising, fundraising, and general management to establish the Kentucky Food Ministrys presence, recruit volunteers, and build a sustainable donor base. While less than 50% of total expenditures were directed toward program services, this was a strategic decision approved by the board to ensure long-term sustainability and operational effectiveness. Specifically, we invested $312.13 in fundraising to generate community awareness and donor engagement and $1,096.71 in management and general expenses to develop essential infrastructure, including state and federal filings, software, and administrative support. As a newly established 501(c)(3), these foundational investments were critical for securing future funding, building volunteer capacity, and positioning the organization for sustainable growth. Impact of Initial Investments Despite the higher allocation to administrative and outreach costs in our startup phase, these investments led to measurable success: 50+ new volunteers recruited, strengthening our service capacity. Foundational donor relationships established, securing early financial support. A 174-person increase in social media following, expanding our engagement. 426 volunteer hours contributed, demonstrating strong community involvement. 2,441 meals served over 31 operational days, ensuring direct impact despite startup costs. Commitment to Cost Efficiency & Future Adjustments As we transition into our second year, we anticipate a significant reduction in administrative and outreach costs as our volunteer base and donor support become more established. This will allow a larger percentage of funds to be allocated directly to program services, increasing the number of meals served and expanding our reach. Furthermore, we are actively pursuing cost-saving measures such as securing in-kind donations, leveraging community partnerships, and applying for grants to minimize administrative overhead while maximizing our impact. Our initial investments were necessary to build a strong foundation, and moving forward, we are committed to channeling a greater portion of funds into direct program services while maintaining efficient and sustainable operations. Part I, Line 8 $4,346.90