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THE ORGANIZATION'S ENDOWMENT CONSISTS OF FUNDS HELD THROUGH A LOCAL COMMUNITY FOUNDATION AS WELL AS INTERNALLY MANAGED ENDOWMENT FUNDS ESTABLISHED THROUGH DONOR AGREEMENTS. FUNDS HELD BY THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION REMAIN THE PROPERTY OF THE FOUNDATION AND ARE ADMINISTERED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE GOVERNING FUND AGREEMENTS. THE ASSETS ARE HELD FOR THE BENEFIT OF COMMUNITY COOPERATIVE, AND DISTRIBUTIONS MAY BE MADE IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD'S SPENDING POLICIES AND APPROVAL PROCESS. HISTORICALLY, AVAILABLE EARNINGS HAVE BEEN REINVESTED TO STRENGTHEN THE LONG-TERM VALUE OF THE FUND. COMMUNITY COOPERATIVE HAS ALSO ESTABLISHED INTERNALLY MANAGED ENDOWMENT FUNDS WITH DONOR-RESTRICTED GIFTS. THE ORGANIZATION HAS ADOPTED A FORMAL SPENDING POLICY DESIGNED TO PRESERVE THE LONG-TERM PURCHASING POWER OF THE ENDOWMENT WHILE PROVIDING PRUDENT ANNUAL SUPPORT FOR OPERATIONS. IN ACCORDANCE WITH THIS POLICY, ANNUAL DISTRIBUTIONS MAY BE MADE FROM EARNINGS AND ACCUMULATED APPRECIATION ONCE AN ENDOWMENT FUND REACHES AT LEAST 120% OF ITS ORIGINAL GIFT VALUE, CONSISTENT WITH DONOR INTENT AND PRUDENT INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT PRACTICES. SCHEDULE D, PAGE 3, PART X THE FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING STANDARDS BOARD HAS ISSUED GUIDANCE ON ACCOUNTING FOR UNCERTAINTY IN INCOME TAXES AND THE ORGANIZATION HAS ADOPTED THIS GUIDANCE. THE ORGANIZATION HAS EVALUATED ITS TAX PROVISION AND ANY ESTIMATES UTILIZED IN ITS TAX RETURNS, AND CONCLUDED THAT IT HAS TAKEN NO UNCERTAIN TAX POSITIONS THAT REQUIRE ADJUSTMENT TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS TO COMPLY WITH THE PROVISIONS OF THIS GUIDANCE. INTEREST AND PENALTIES ASSOCIATED WITH UNCERTAIN TAX POSITIONS WILL BE RECOGNIZED IN INCOME TAX EXPENSES, IF REQUIRED. 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ASSISTANCE PAYMENTS ARE MADE DIRECTLY TO LANDLORDS, UTILITY PROVIDERS, OR OTHER APPROVED VENDORS WHENEVER APPLICABLE, AND CLIENT FILES ARE MAINTAINED TO DOCUMENT ELIGIBILITY, ASSISTANCE PROVIDED, AND COMPLIANCE WITH GRANT REQUIREMENTS. false false false false false false false false false STEFANIE INK EDWARDS CEO/EX-OFFICIO DIREC 179712 20000 8400 208112 SEE PART V BOARD MEMBERS false SCHEDULE L, PART V DURING THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2025, CONTRIBUTIONS AND GRANTS INCLUDED 352,921 FROM MEMBERS OF THE BOARD. AS OF DECEMBER 31, 2025, THE ORGANIZATION HELD 4,783,608 (CARRYING AMOUNT) IN BANKS AND AN INVESTMENT COMPANY IN WHICH MEMBERS OF THE BOARD HELD MANAGEMENT POSITIONS. THE ORGANIZATION'S LOC IS ALSO THROUGH AN ENTITY IN WHICH A BOARD MEMBER IS EMPLOYED. X 1 1981932 1.90/LB X GENERATOR 1 76382 X PROG SUPPLIES 1 11226 false true false FORM 990 - ORGANIZATION'S MISSION COMMUNITY COOPERATIVE'S MISSION IS TO ELIMINATE HUNGER AND HOMELESSNESS IN SOUTHWEST FLORIDA BY PROVIDING ACCESS TO NUTRITIOUS FOOD, SUPPORTIVE SERVICES, AND EDUCATION WHILE EMPOWERING INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES TO ACHIEVE LONG-TERM STABILITY AND SELF-SUFFICIENCY. FORM 990 THERE ARE SIXTEEN (16) INDIVIDUALS LISTED IN PART VII. BLAIR FRETWELL, CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER, AND REBECCA BUSBY, CHIEF PROGRAM OFFICER, ARE OFFICERS OF THE CORPORATION BUT ARE NOT MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS. ACCORDINGLY, PART VI REFLECTS ONLY THE VOTING MEMBERS OF THE BOARD. STEFANIE INK EDWARDS SERVES AS PRESIDENT AND CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER AND IS AN EX OFFICIO MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS. PURSUANT TO THE ORGANIZATION'S BYLAWS, THE EX OFFICIO DIRECTOR POSSESSES THE SAME RIGHTS, POWERS, AND PRIVILEGES AS ELECTED DIRECTORS, INCLUDING VOTING RIGHTS. BECAUSE MS. INK EDWARDS IS COMPENSATED BY THE ORGANIZATION, SHE IS NOT CONSIDERED AN INDEPENDENT DIRECTOR FOR PURPOSES OF FORM 990 REPORTING. FORM 990, PAGE 2, PART III, LINE 4A COMMUNITY COOPERATIVE PROVIDES INNOVATIVE, DIGNIFIED, AND CLIENT-CENTERED SOLUTIONS TO ADDRESS HUNGER AND HOMELESSNESS THROUGH SAM'S COMMUNITY CAF & KITCHEN, THE COMMUNITY MARKET ON DEMAND AND MOBILE FOOD PANTRIES. SAM'S COMMUNITY CAF & KITCHEN OFFERS NUTRITIOUS MEALS IN A WELCOMING, RESTAURANT-STYLE ENVIRONMENT WHERE INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES ARE TREATED WITH DIGNITY WHILE BEING CONNECTED TO SUPPORTIVE SERVICES THAT ADDRESS THE UNDERLYING CAUSES OF FOOD INSECURITY. THE COMMUNITY MARKET ON DEMAND AND MOBILE FOOD PANTRIES OPERATE USING A CLIENT-CHOICE MODEL THAT ALLOWS INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES TO SELECT THE FOODS THAT BEST MEET THEIR DIETARY NEEDS, CULTURAL PREFERENCES, AND HOUSEHOLD CIRCUMSTANCES RATHER THAN RECEIVING PRE-PACKAGED FOOD BOXES. THESE PROGRAMS INCREASE ACCESS TO NUTRITIOUS FOOD WHILE REDUCING WASTE AND PRESERVING PERSONAL CHOICE. IN ADDITION TO GROCERIES AND HOT MEALS FROM OUR MOBILE HOT FOOD PROGRAM, CLIENTS ARE CONNECTED WITH SOCIAL SERVICES, EDUCATION, AND COMMUNITY RESOURCES THAT PROMOTE LONG-TERM STABILITY AND SELF-SUFFICIENCY. FORM 990, PAGE 2, PART III, LINE 4B MEALS ON WHEELS OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA DELIVERS NUTRITIOUS MEALS TO HOMEBOUND SENIORS, INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES, VETERANS, AND THOSE RECOVERING FROM ILLNESS WHO ARE UNABLE TO SHOP FOR OR PREPARE MEALS INDEPENDENTLY. IN ADDITION TO PROVIDING DAILY NUTRITION, THE PROGRAM OFFERS REGULAR WELLNESS CHECKS AND MEANINGFUL SOCIAL INTERACTION THROUGH VOLUNTEER DRIVERS, HELPING REDUCE ISOLATION WHILE SUPPORTING PARTICIPANTS' ABILITY TO REMAIN SAFELY IN THEIR HOMES. THE PROGRAM ALSO PROVIDES SUPPLEMENTAL GROCERIES, PET FOOD AND SUPPLIES THROUGH ITS PET PANTRY PROGRAM, EMERGENCY MEAL ASSISTANCE, AND CONNECTIONS TO ADDITIONAL COMMUNITY RESOURCES. SERVICES ARE PROVIDED REGARDLESS OF AN INDIVIDUAL'S ABILITY TO PAY, ENSURING VULNERABLE RESIDENTS RECEIVE THE NUTRITION AND SUPPORT THEY NEED TO MAINTAIN THEIR HEALTH AND INDEPENDENCE. FORM 990, PAGE 2, PART III, LINE 4C COMMUNITY COOPERATIVE'S SOCIAL SERVICES & EDUCATION RESOURCE CENTER SERVES AS A CENTRALIZED HUB WHERE INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES CAN ACCESS COMPREHENSIVE SUPPORT DESIGNED TO PROMOTE LONG-TERM STABILITY AND SELF- SUFFICIENCY. THROUGH PARTNERSHIPS WITH NUMEROUS COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS, CLIENTS RECEIVE INDIVIDUALIZED CASE MANAGEMENT, REFERRALS, AND DIRECT ASSISTANCE TAILORED TO THEIR UNIQUE NEEDS. SERVICES INCLUDE HOUSING STABILIZATION, EMPLOYMENT RESOURCES, FINANCIAL COACHING, BENEFITS ENROLLMENT ASSISTANCE (INCLUDING SNAP AND MEDICAID), HEALTH AND WELLNESS RESOURCES, MENTAL HEALTH REFERRALS, CHILDCARE RESOURCES, LIFE SKILLS DEVELOPMENT, AND EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES. THE ORGANIZATION ALSO PROVIDES ASSISTANCE WITH BASIC NECESSITIES, INCLUDING HYGIENE PRODUCTS, CLOTHING, MAIL SERVICES FOR INDIVIDUALS EXPERIENCING HOMELESSNESS, AND EMERGENCY FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE WHEN AVAILABLE. EDUCATIONAL WORKSHOPS AND COACHING HELP PARTICIPANTS STRENGTHEN EMPLOYMENT READINESS, FINANCIAL LITERACY, BUDGETING, GOAL SETTING, AND OTHER LIFE SKILLS THAT SUPPORT LASTING POSITIVE CHANGE. FORM 990, PAGE 2, PART III, LINE 4D COMMUNITY COOPERATIVE'S VOLUNTEER PROGRAM IS ESSENTIAL TO FULFILLING ITS MISSION. THOUSANDS OF COMMUNITY VOLUNTEERS ANNUALLY SUPPORT MEAL PREPARATION, FOOD DISTRIBUTION, HOME-DELIVERED MEAL ROUTES, ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES, FUNDRAISING EVENTS, COMMUNITY OUTREACH, AND SPECIAL PROJECTS. VOLUNTEERS CONTRIBUTE SIGNIFICANT SERVICE HOURS THAT EXPAND THE ORGANIZATION'S CAPACITY WHILE STRENGTHENING COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT AND SUPPORT FOR NEIGHBORS EXPERIENCING FOOD INSECURITY AND HARDSHIP. FORM 990, PAGE 6, PART VI, LINE 11B THE FORM 990 IS PREPARED BY THE ORGANIZATION'S INDEPENDENT ACCOUNTING FIRM IN CONJUNCTION WITH MANAGEMENT. THE FINANCE COMMITTEE REVIEWS THE COMPLETED RETURN PRIOR TO PRESENTATION TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS. THE FULL BOARD IS PROVIDED A COPY OF THE FORM 990 FOR REVIEW BEFORE IT IS FILED WITH THE INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE. FORM 990, PAGE 6, PART VI, LINE 12C COMMUNITY COOPERATIVE MAINTAINS A WRITTEN CONFLICT OF INTEREST POLICY APPLICABLE TO ALL DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, AND KEY EMPLOYEES. EACH DIRECTOR ANNUALLY COMPLETES A CONFLICT OF INTEREST DISCLOSURE STATEMENT. DISCLOSURES ARE REVIEWED BY THE BOARD CHAIR AND CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER, AND ANY ACTUAL OR POTENTIAL CONFLICTS ARE PRESENTED TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS FOR APPROPRIATE REVIEW AND ACTION IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE ORGANIZATION'S POLICY. DIRECTORS WITH A CONFLICT ABSTAIN FROM DISCUSSION AND VOTING ON MATTERS IN WHICH THEY HAVE A FINANCIAL OR PERSONAL INTEREST. FORM 990, PAGE 6, PART VI, LINE 15A THE FINANCE COMMITTEE REVIEWS CONTRACT, RESEARCHES AND PRESENTS RECOMMENDATIONS TO FULL BOARD FOR APPROVAL. FORM 990, PAGE 6, PART VI, LINE 15B BOARD OFFICERS ARE NOT COMPENSATED. CEO COMPENSATION IS APPROVED BY BOARD. EMPLOYEE SALARIES ARE DETERMINED BY CEO BASED ON JOB DUTIES, COMPARABLE AGENCY SALARIES AND BUDGETED FUNDS AVAILABILITY. FORM 990, PAGE 6, PART VI, LINE 19 THE ORGANIZATION MAKES ITS GOVERNING DOCUMENTS, CONFLICT OF INTEREST POLICY, AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AVAILABLE TO THE PUBLIC UPON REQUEST. THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS ARE AVAILABLE ON THE ORGANIZATION'S WEBSITE. FORM 990, PART XI, LINE 9 FUNCTIONAL FUNDRAISING EXPENSES NETTED TO REVENUE 110,567 FUNCTIONAL FUNDRAISING EXPENSES NETTED TO REVENUE -110,567