It is our mission to feed the hungry, clothe the naked, shelter the homeless and give people the chance to hope again.

Hesed House is a 501(c)(3) organization. Donations are deductible to the fullest extent of current tax law.

Annual Report

Fiscal Year 2015

Do your little bit of good where you are;It’s those little bits of good put together that overwhelm the world.

Annual Report

Do your little bit of good where you are; It's those little bits of good put together that overwhelm the world.

-Archbishop Desmond Tutu

Hesed House is a 501(c)3 organization. Donations are deductible to the fullest extent of current tax law.

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- Archbishop Desmund Tutu

Letter from the President

"Do your little bit of good where you are;It's those little bits of good put together that overwhelm the world."

Archbishop Desmond Tutu

As we approach Thanksgiving and I reflect over the last year as chairman of the Board of Trustees, there is indeed much to be grateful for. I thank our departing faithful friends for the significant contributions of their ‘time, talent and treasure’ over the years as they transition on to new chapters. I welcome new staff and board members that bring energy, enthusiasm and dedication to our mission. As a national model for ending homelessness, Hesed House has attracted gifted and committed staff. The Board of Trustees is deeply appreciative of their skills and devotion. We recognize that none of the miracles that regularly occur at Hesed House could happen without the support of our many volunteers and donors. I praise and thank God for bringing such generous people together.

“None of us can think we are exempt from concerns for the poor and for social justice."–Pope Francis

The State of Illinois is in deep crisis. Our elected leaders have been called upon to make decisions that will potentially have a devastating impact on the community that Hesed House serves by cutting vital services while simultaneously increasing the need for those services. We cannot look away and assume someone else will step in to protect our most vulnerable. Hesed House has a proven track record of success, I believe that we have a responsibility as a community to support their ability to provide the tools necessary to help individuals and families break free of the shackles binding them to homelessness.

“You will find, as you look back upon your life, that the moments that stand out are the moments when you have done things for others."– Henry Drummond

That has been very true for me. My life has been deeply enriched through my association with this great organization. As I complete my tenure on the Board, I am so grateful for the opportunity to have been so closely associated with an organization that daily embodies the spirit of Hesed. It is here that I have witnessed the best of humanity. My sincerest thanks for all the kindness that has been shown to me over these many years. Let me end with Micah 6:8, “He has shown you, O mortal, what is good. And what does the LORD require of you? To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God.”

Patrice Bertheau

Chair of the Board of Trustees

Fiscal  Year Outcomes2007 13232008 17602009 28262010 30192011 26932012 27682013 35672014 40252015 3300

1323

1760

2826 3019

2693 2768

3567

4025

3300

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1000

1500

2000

2500

3000

3500

4000

4500

2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015

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Outcomes/Successes by Fiscal Year

*2014 does not include Carpenter's Program Numbers

Unduplicated homeless persons were assisted.

Individuals were served in PADS overnight emergency shelter.

Individuals were served at PADS A.M. Daytime Drop-In Center.

Individuals were served at the Transitional Living Community (TLC).

Individuals were served at LIGHT-House permanent supportive housing.

Individuals were served at Carpenter’s Homeless Prevention.

Children were housed over the course of the year.

Families were part of those assisted at PADS overnight emergency shelter and TLC (combined).

Warm safe nights of restful sleep were provided.

Warm, nutritious meals were served.

1,021

913

776

108

81

248

142

8378,296

234,000+

By The Numbers

Individuals directly assisted in obtaining housing (in addition to hundreds)

Individuals gained employment or completed a job training program

Individuals engaged in substance abuse treatment and/or maintained their sobriety

Individuals engaged in mental health treatment with ongoing services

Individuals completed their GED, a degree, a class or certificate program

Total outcomes achieved in the 15 areas tracked (identification, support systems, transportation, child serviced, life skills, benefits, legal, financial, physical/emotional abuse, mental health, physical health, employment, education and housing)

Lives Changed

253

192

125

81

22

3,300

*

IncomeCategory FY15Donations:    Cash 1,688,645$                                              Donations:    In-­‐Kind 1,800,540$                                              Grants 1,308,607$                                              TLC  Room  and  Board 7,999$                                                              Misc. 60,600$                                                          Total $                      4,866,391.49*

*Amounts  are  not  auditedExpenseCategory FY15Program 4,409,167$                                              Administration 355,274$                                                      Fundraising 425,377$                                                      Total $                                        5,189,818*

*Amounts  are  not  audited

IncomeCategory FY15Donations:    Cash 1,688,645$                                              Donations:    In-­‐Kind 1,800,540$                                              Grants 1,308,607$                                              TLC  Room  and  Board 7,999$                                                              Misc. 60,600$                                                          Total $                      4,866,391.49*

*Amounts  are  not  auditedExpenseCategory FY15Program 4,409,167$                                              Administration 355,274$                                                      Fundraising 425,377$                                                      Total $                                        5,189,818*

*Amounts  are  not  audited

Agape Principle Community, OswegoAlpha Missionary Baptist Church, BolingbrookAnnunciation of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church, AuroraApostolic Christian Church, HinsdaleBahvani Koganty Group, AuroraBatavia United Methodist Church, BataviaBethany Lutheran Church, BataviaBethlehem Lutheran Church, St. CharlesBlessed Sacrament Catholic Church, N. AuroraBuddhist TZU Chi Foundation, NapervilleCalvary Church of Naperville, NapervilleCalvary Episcopal Church, BataviaCenterPointe Church, PlainfieldChicago Church of Christ, NapervilleChrist Community Church (Blackberry), AuroraChrist Community Church, PlainfieldChrist Community Church, St. CharlesChurch of the Good Shepherd, OswegoCommunity Christian Church, NapervilleCompassion in Action, West ChicagoCortesi Group, NapervilleCrossover Health and Wellness, AuroraCustom Culinary, LombardDiscount TireFaith Lutheran Church, AuroraFirst Presbyterian Church, AuroraFood for the Needy, LombardFox Valley Presbyterian Church, GenevaGinger Creek Community Church, AuroraGood Shepherd Chuch, NapervilleGrace Community Christian Church, AuroraGrace United Methodist Church, NapervilleHoly Angels Parish, AuroraHoly Cross Catholic Church, Batavia

Holy Spirit Catholic Church, NapervilleImmanuel Lutheran Church, YorkvilleKnights of Columbus - Holy Spirit Council, NapervilleKnox Presbyterian Church, NapervilleMA Center Chicago, ElburnMacedonia Temple of God, Aurora Main Baptist Church, AuroraMillbrook United Methodist Church, YorkvilleNational Charity League of Greater Naperville, NapervilleNew Hope Lutheran Church, AuroraNew Life Church, YorkvilleOswego Presbyterian Church, OswegoOswego Rotary, OswegoOur Lady of Good Counsel Catholic Church, AuroraOur Lady of Mercy Catholic Church, AuroraPrimary Purpose Group, MontgomeryRejoice Lutheran Church, GenevaResurrection Church of the Fox Valley, AuroraRiver Valley Community Church, AuroraRotary Club, AuroraSacred Heart Parish, AuroraSAI Group, AuroraSheridan United Methodist Church, SheridanSt. Anne’s Catholic Church, OswegoSt. Athanasius Greek Orthodox Church, AuroraSt. Charles Episcopal Church, St. CharlesSt. Elizabeth Seton Catholic Church, NapervilleSt. Irene Catholic Community, WarrenvilleSt. John African Methodist Episcopal Church, AuroraSt. John Episcopal Church, NapervilleSt. John Neumann Catholic Church, St. CharlesSt. John’s Lutheran Church, Somonauk

St. Joseph Catholic Church, AuroraSt. Katharine Drexel Catholic Church, Sugar GroveSt. Margaret Mary Parish, NapervilleSt. Mark’s Episcopal Church, GenevaSt. Mark’s Lutheran Church, AuroraSt. Nicholas Catholic Church, AuroraSt. Patrick’s Parish, St. CharlesSt. Paul Lutheran Church, AuroraSts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church, NapervilleSt. Peter Catholic Church, GenevaSt. Peter Roman Catholic Church, AuroraSt. Raphael Catholic Church, NapervilleSt. Rita of Cascia Catholic Church, AuroraSt. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church, NapervilleSt. Timothy Lutheran Church, NapervilleSugar Grove United Methodist Church, Sugar GroveThamizh School, Hickory HillsThe Orchard Community, AuroraThe Hall Family, OswegoTrinity Church of the Nazarene, NapervilleTrinity United Methodist Church, YorkvilleTruth Lutheran Church, NapervilleTurtle Cove Neighbors, Sugar GroveUnited Methodist Church of Geneva, GenevaUnity Church of Fox Valley, BataviaUniversal School, BridgeviewVictory Cathedral, BolingbrookVJMNA (Vishwa Jagriti Mission of North America), DarienWesley United Methodist Church, AuroraWestminster Presbyterian Church, AuroraWheatland Salem United Methodist Church, Naperville

Thank You PADS Churches, Schools and OrganizationsHesed House is an extension of the churches...a sanctuary...to do God’s Will...Without the multitude of churches, schools, organizations and businesses that donate, prepare and serve food in PADS, there would be no Hesed House. We, the staff, are here to help them, and you, to carry out God’s Will – to minister to our struggling brothers and sisters in their time of need.

To all of you, “Thank You for Living Hesed!”

FY2015 Annual Report

ExpensesCategory AmountProgram  Expenses $4,383,986Administration $317,512Fundraising $425,376Total $5,126,874*

IncomeCategory AmountGrants $1,509,189Donations:  Cash $1,872,882Donations:    In-­‐Kind $1,716,824TLC  Room  and  Board $9,290Misc. $21,710Total $5,129,895*

*Amounts are not audited.

85%  

7%   8%  

FY  2015  Expenses  

Program  Expenses  

AdministraPon  

Fundraising  

27%  

35%  

33%  

0%   1%  

FY  2015  Income  

Grants  

DonaPons:  Cash  

DonaPons:    In-­‐Kind  

TLC  Room  and  Board  

Misc.  

FY2015 Annual Report

ExpensesCategory AmountProgram  Expenses $4,383,986Administration $317,512Fundraising $425,376Total $5,126,874*

IncomeCategory AmountGrants $1,509,189Donations:  Cash $1,872,882Donations:    In-­‐Kind $1,716,824TLC  Room  and  Board $9,290Misc. $21,710Total $5,129,895*

*Amounts are not audited.

85%  

7%   8%  

FY  2015  Expenses  

Program  Expenses  

AdministraPon  

Fundraising  

27%  

35%  

33%  

0%   1%  

FY  2015  Income  

Grants  

DonaPons:  Cash  

DonaPons:    In-­‐Kind  

TLC  Room  and  Board  

Misc.  

Aguilar, Thomas Assistant Facilities Director and Gifts-In-Kind Resource FacilitatorAguirre, Gloria SEEDS Case ManagerBachmeier, Bruce Director of VolunteersBardusk, James PADS Assistant Program DirectorBauer, David SUBBell, Brenda Director of TLC (Through September 5, 2014)Bell, Jennifer LIGHT-House Case Manager Bill, Cynthia PADS Assistant Program DirectorBoeding, Judy SUBBoege, David Director of Finance and Human ResourcesBurgbacher, Heather SUBBurkes, Lynn SUBBush, Judy Division Director of Administration (Through August 22, 2014)Byerly, Teresa TLC Assistant Program DirectorCasey, Stephanie SUBCatalon, Lydia SUBCobb, Michael Executive DirectorColeman, Todd SUBCox, Chris TLC Case Manager, Grant Monitor and IT CoordinatorDuquette, Susan SUBEaton, Wanda Finance AssistantEickhoff, Leonard SUBEickhoff, Linda SUBEickhoff, Phillip Facilities AssistantFairbanks, Carolyn Assistant Director of DevelopmentFitzsimons, Stefanie Scanning CoordinatorFletcher, Casey PADS Assistant Program DirectorHailey, Danielle AIRS/SEEDS Case ManagerHarrington, Debra Soup Kitchen Food Services Ministry Coordinator and PADS Assoociate DirectorJackson, Willie Director of LIGHT-HouseKalina, Daniel Legal ClinicKoehler, Mary Division Director of ResourcesKresl, Dorcas SEEDS Case ManagerKrzmarzick, James SUBLamb, Erica PADS Assistant Program DirectorLantow, Leslie SUBLaudando, Kay PADS Assistant Program DirectorMadison, Stephen PADS Associate DirectorMay, Alice Administrative Assistant to Executive DirectorMcMenamin, Neil Associate DirectorMcNeece, Laura Carpenter’s Homeless Prevention Case ManagerMewmaw, Greg SUBMondragon, Diana SUBMoran, Lesa ReceptionMoriarty, John SEEDS/TB Case ManagerMoser, Rikkilee Legal ClinicNilles-Ohme, Hollie SEEDS Associate DirectorNovak, Erin Legal ClinicO’Hanlon, Becky Finance/HR AssistantPryor, Shawna SUBRatz, Jerry Director of GrantsRojas, Ignacio PADS Assistant Program DirectorRomero, Xochitl SUBSaidac Lynne TLC Associate Program DirectorSaltijeral, Hugo PADS Assistant Program DirectorScott, Amber TLC Assistant Program DirectorSmith, Kristine SUBSwandby, Karen TLC Program DirectorSwanson, Dale Assistant Director of PADSTenorio, Julie TLC Assistant Program DirectorThorncroft, Pam Development Assistant / Data EntryThurlby, Barbara Director of L.E.A.P. and PADS Program DirectorTodd, Nina SUBVlakancic, Paul SUBWalls, Samantha LIGHT-House Case Manager Wargo, Danna SUBWhitney, Karen Director of SEEDSWills, Jillian SUBWolf, Paul Director of FacilitiesZimmerman, Tom Assistant Director of Development

Hesed House StaffHesed House Board

Board Meeting Dates August 26, 2014

September 23, 2014November 18, 2014January 27, 2015March 24, 2015June 23, 2015

*The Annual September Board Meeting is held at Stonebridge Country Club. All other Board Meetings are held at the Hesed House Comprehensive Resource Center.

Name RepresentationPatrice Bertheau, Chair PADSJohn Ball, Treasurer St. Thomas the Apostle, NapervilleTom Lysaught, Secretary Hickey-SmithDavid Glynn, Vice Chair PADSFr. Tim Piasecki, Vice Chair PADS, St. Mary, AuroraMark Hanson Hanson Financial Services, LLC Rogers Freedlund American Guardian Warranty Services, Inc., PresidentFr. Hugh Fullmer Our Lady of Mercy, AuroraJim Sappington McDonald’s CorporationRick Guzman City of AuroraKathryn McGowan Bettcher Prairie State Legal ServicesJames Dolinar Crowe Horwath LLPTim Skelly PADS

Agency Partners PADS Programs

Aurora Soup Kitchen

PADS Overnight Emergency Shelter

PADS A.M. (And More!) Daytime Drop-in Center

Transitional Living Community

SEEDS Case Management

LIGHT-House Permanent Supportive Housing

LEAP Education and Advocacy

Hope Legal Clinic

Carpenter’s Homeless Prevention Program

Agency Partnerships With On-Site ServicesAssociation for Individual Development (Mental Health Counseling)

Association for Individual Development (Homeless Youth Case Management)

Aunt Martha’s Youth and Health Services (Medical Clinic)

Breaking Free (Substance Abuse Counseling)

Brun & Associates, LCPC (Children’s, Adult’s and Group Counseling)

Chicago Coalition for the Homeless

Crossover Running (Fitness and Wellness)

Northern Illinois University College of Law (Legal Services)

Open Door Clinic (STD Testing)

Prairie State Legal Services (Legal Services)

Samaritan Interfaith Counseling (Adult Counseling)

Veterans’ Administration & DuPage Vet Center (Veterans Services)

Waubonsee Community College (Employment Training)

YMCA (After-school program for children and summer camp program)

West Aurora School District (Homeless Student Services)

Aurora University Harvesting Hope (Children’s Program)