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Mission Statement:
The Mercy House exists to provide alternative options for pregnant girls living in the streets of
Kenya. The Mercy House will aid them in nutrition, housing, prenatal care, counseling, Biblical
teaching and job skills for sustainable living
Board Members:
Kristen Welch, President
Seth Haines
Ivan Bychkov
Lisa Jo Baker
Amber Haines
Terrell Welch
Review of Year:
Hired Maureen full time in August, 2010 as Executive Director
Formed Board of Directors
Started website, fundraising in September of 2010
Applied to be a Charitable Society in Kenya (under Rehema House)/formed Kenya board
Initiated fundraising efforts with store and partnership with Dayspring Cards
Achieved 501C3 status from IRS in November 2010
Confirmed Maureen’s extensive live-in training in Ethiopia –December
Set budget of $4000 monthly operating expenses for Mercy House
Enlisted the helps of dozens of volunteers online
Established relationships with at least 5 organizations working in Kenya
2010 Financials:
Income
Total
Bank Charges
18.50
869.89
Dues & Subscriptions
281.78
Legal & Professional Fees
850.00
Office Expenses
331.55
Payroll Expenses
1,639.50
Promotional
272.40
Shipping, Freight & Delivery
456.37
Stationery & Printing
307.83
Supplies
4,497.38
Travel
790.50
Total Expenses
$10,315.70
Net Operating Income
$27,453.74
Other Expenses
Miscellaneous
100.00
Total Other Expenses
$100.00
Net Other Income
$ -100.00
Net Income
$27,353.74
Budget for Mercy House
Expenses
RENT 1350
UTILITIES-water/electricity 175
HYGIENE 25
MEDICATION/IMMUNIZATIONS 50
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT 75
HOSPITALITY/REFRESHMENT 50
GASOLINE/VEHICLE 75
OFFICE SUPPLIES 25
MISCELLANEOUS 75