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SPRING 2020 NEWSLETTER

STEWARDING YOUR FUNDS WISELY - BY DIANA

One of the first questions some people ask before donating is, “How much do you spend on overhead?” This is important to know, because it shows how far your donation will go toward directly benefiting the people who need it. Every year, around 80% of Inner Hope’s funds go directly to community programs. We have always kept overhead lean - leaner than most, actually. Yet there are costs that climb each year, such as the cost of living in Vancouver for our staff, who already earn much less than their peers. 

As a leader, I am committed to taking care of those who are in the trenches every day carrying out Inner Hope’s mission. Overhead costs are how we do that.
Think about the difference these things can make. Functional internet, so we can work efficiently (ditto for the young people who drop by to study). Bookkeeping to pay our hard-working team and process what we spend on our youth! Insurance to keep everyone safe. Financial audits for integrity, honouring those who’ve entrusted us with their resources. A portion of rent and internet for the community space that blesses so many people. Postage and printing to communicate with donors like you. 
Would you agree that these things are important? They help an organization thrive and stick around a long time - retaining employees to build long-term relationships with this community. As you know, those relationships are what sets Inner Hope apart. On behalf of the team, I am so grateful for your faith in us as you give financially and pray for God’s provision in our budget. Here’s are some ideas if you want to help keep overhead down:
  • Switch from printed newsletters to email, if that works for you
  • Network with people who provide maintenance, cleaning, or promotional printing services, and see if they’d like to donate these to us (for a tax receipt).
  • If you know someone who’s thinking of donating, help educate them about where administrative costs go! 

Thanks for your continued support – we wouldn’t be here without you.

- Diana Squires, Director of Programs​