ST JOHNS FOUNDATION
3940 Rimrock Road, Billings, MT 591020199 www.sjlm.org

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Organizations Filed Purposes: Our mission is to inspire philanthropic action to support the mission of St. John's Lutheran Ministries, Inc.

To support the mission of St. John's Lutheran Ministries, Inc.

The primary exempt purpose of St. John's Foundation is to generate and provide support, financial and otherwise, that furthers the mission and ministry of our corporate member, St. John's Lutheran Ministries, Inc., a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) corporation.Established in 1989, the purpose of St. John's Foundation is to bring focus to fund-raising efforts, special campaigns, annual appeals, capital structures, special events and community relations. These components have proven to be essential in serving to link the needs of the community of St. John's with internal and external resources.(Continued on Schedule O)St. John's needs the financial support of those who share our vision of quality care to all people, regardless of their financial status. Underlying that commitment is our Lord's passion to care and serve those that are most in need. Through the prudent management of gifts, 2019 was a very successful year that allowed the Foundation to support the St. John's mission of "providing living opportunities within nurturing environments of hope, dignity, and love."Support to ResidentsAs a ministry of the church and a not-for-profit corporation, St. John's is committed to providing a continuum of housing opportunities and supportive services primarily to the elderly. St. John's has made a commitment that no one will be turned away or asked to leave because of inability to pay. We served 1,124 seniors on our campus here in Billings in 2019 and served an additional 1,433 seniors in outlying communities. Below are examples of service and support:1) Many residents are exhausting their financial resources sooner than anticipated. The Annual Fund supports those residents who cannot meet their financial needs. In 2019, resident subsidies included:* $19,533 rent subsidy for Assisted Living residents,* $39,724 in subsidies for resident needs.2) One of the great works of St. John's is our remarkable Pastoral Care program. Spiritual support, worship, and bible study are at the heart of our ministry to residents. In 2019, the Foundation provided $49,589 to support the cost of Pastoral Care activities across campus. St. John's believes we must provide our elderly residents with more than just room and board. Accordingly, we have ministers and chaplains on staff to meet both the spiritual and emotional needs of our residents and staff.3) The majority of our residents are limited in their ability to leave campus and participate in meaningful activities. The St. John's Activities program provides entertainment, neighborly interaction and helps keep minds stimulated and healthy. The Foundation provided $57,415 in 2019 to help cover the cost of our activities program. This support allowed for funding trips to local attractions and shopping malls to give residents an opportunity to experience the community outside of the campus. This funding also provided numerous games, videos, and events on site to stimulate the interests of our elderly. 4) During 2014-2016, our fundraising efforts focused on the Legacy of Love (LOL) Campaign. Total gifts of $467,021were received to remodel the rooms of our memory care wing of the nursing home to improve the lives of our residents afflicted with this terrible disease by affording them a more functional living situation. We began construction in 2015 and to date have spent $320,285 ($51,018 in 2019) remodeling these rooms.5) Fundraising efforts for 2019 focused on an expected $8 million Endowment Campaign, the majority of which is to support resident care. Currently the campaign remains in the "quiet phase" before a public rollout in 2021. The majority of donors so far have been current and past Board members and upper management, contributing approximately $1.3 million (including pledges) to the campaign.Support to EmployeesSt. John's employees are the heart and soul of our organization. Many employees work in challenging environments, both physically and mentally. They are providing 24 hour per day care for a very vulnerable population. 1) The Foundation offers financial support to those staff members and their dependents who commit themselves to personal and career growth. $1,500 scholarships were given to six employees continuing their education at an accredited two or four-year institution.2) Often times, employees may find themselves in an unexpected crisis. At any time, an employee may seek the resources of the Employee Crisis Fund through the Pastoral Care department with no questions asked. In 2019, 104 employees received $25,020 in support to help with such items as rent and utility assistance, prescription costs, vehicle repairs or school supplies for a child. 3) At Christmas, those employee families who do not have the means to enjoy the season are "adopted" by other employees, through our Share the Joy program, and given food and gifts to insure that they too have a wonderful Christmas. During 2019, co-workers adopted 32 employee families through this program.Support to the CommunitySt. John's is a ministry serving more than just our staff and residents. We are committed to serving our community and those communities around us in any capacity we can. An example of that support is the Summer Concert Season: The Foundation's signature event is the Summer Concert Series. St. John's presents seven free concerts for our residents and the outside community each summer, on our main campus, as well as at the Crossings and Wyndstone facilities. From its humble beginnings in 1998 to a thriving series going strong for the last 22 years, the concerts have become a summer tradition for many. It is common to have close to 2,500 music lovers each week at the concerts with an annual attendance of 11,500 people. The Foundation relies on the support of volunteers, staff and sponsors to help ensure its success. Direct costs, paid with sponsor contributions, allow the concerts to remain free for the community Other Ministry SupportPreviously the St. John's Foundation Board voted to distribute endowment earnings equivalent to 5-6% of endowment value annually, paid on a quarterly basis, to St. John's Lutheran Ministries, Inc. During 2019 the Foundation distributed $195,654 to St. John's to help cover nursing home operating expenses, specifically the gap between our current cost of care and the Medicaid daily rate. St. John's United Family Services is another ministry of St. John's. The adoption support services offer hope to those in need. These services include birthparent counseling, adoptive family preparation, mental health counseling, search and reunion services, and post-adoption counseling. Designated donations offset some of these costs. In 2019, LSS served 355 individuals and had a role in the placement of 11 children in forever homes. St. John's sponsors students, 148 in 2019, from local colleges for clinical learning on our campus. In addition, we hold classes to train individuals interested in becoming a C NA. We had 89 C NA class graduates in 2019. St. John's continues to make a difference in the lives of families, residents, employees and our community every day. St. John's is a place where all people are recognized and celebrated as both givers and receivers of love, so the difference made in one person's life creates an enriching experience for someone else. Without the wonderful support of the community and donors, St. John's Foundation would not be able to exist. St. John's is truly grateful for the support given by talented and resourceful people that helps us continue as a support system for one of the premier Senior Living and Long-Term Care facilities in the Northwest.

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