Letter from Board Chair and CEO

Letter from Board Chair and CEO
In 2010, the Houston Area Urban League (HAUL) celebrated 42 Years of service to
the Greater Houston Community. This was a year of significant challenges…yet life
fulfilling opportunities. Our programs and services helped many in our community
and made Houston a better place for us all. These opportunities included access to
education, housing, job training, career advancement and improved health conditions.
During 2010 HAUL served over 40,000 clients. We were moved by the many
challenges faced by each client…yet inspired by the resources and opportunities we
were able to develop as we helped them to face these challenges. We invite you to
review this 2010 annual report as it describes five of our clients who are now thriving
as a result of the opportunities provided them. The support of our donors and sponsors is also reflected within each client story. And because of that support, HAUL can
continue to help thousands like…Beverly Lewis…
Xavier Marquez…
The Sutherland Family…
Spenser Nixon…
Danny Rutherford...and
The Thomas Group.
It is HAUL’s goal to reach more deeply into the communities we serve. Through
increased partnerships, greater awareness, and enhanced use of technology and
talent we will expand our goals… and our services to reach them.
The Houston Area Urban League again thanks our sponsors and supporters for all
you have done… and all you continue to do.
Sincerely,
Morris R. Clark
Judson W. Robinson, III
Board ChairPresident & CEO
2010
Impact Report
EDUCATION
WORKFORCE AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
72% or 1201 of 1680 pre-school aged children (2-4 years of age) increased their reading and
50% or 1741 of 3491 clients increased interviewing, presentation, and marketability skills after
comprehension skills after completing our technology-based reading preparation program
participation in orientation and job club
85% or 71 of 86 middle school students (11-14 years old) increased their college readiness levels
15% or 131 of 870 persons attended our public career fairs and onsite employer recruitment fairs
after completing our college readiness skills and knowledge building program
and were employed as result of events
96% or 115 of 120 high school youth (15-18 year years of age) are now prepared for leadership,
WORKFORCE TRAINING
community service and college after completing our leadership development training program
80% or 12 of 15 faith based organizations are now active locations for the provision of HAUL’s
web streaming services which included include: reading preparation; job orientation classes; and,
HEALTH
volunteer training for health care access(call Health navigators)
19 Health Navigators* trained
50% or 175 of 344 students successfully completed and passed tests required for certification in
15 persons found Health Home
the basics of building construction with goal of full employment in 2011
81 individuals assisted by Health Navigators
50% or 175 of 344 students completed and passed Microsoft Excel class offered through joint
program with San Jacinto College with goal of full employment in 2011
1,128 Health Screenings provided by Walgreens Wellness Tour
*Health Navigators are trained health guidance counselors.
HOUSING
90% or 398 of 442 potential homebuyers attended homebuyer education class increasing their
knowledge about the home buying process
25% or 90 of 358 potential homeowners became first time homeowners
90% or 324 of 360 clients received one on one counseling mortgage default counseling and
were able to remain in their homes 2010
Board of Directors
Ron Acosta---------------------------------------Juan Alonso--------------------------------------Terry K. Anderson--------------------------------Joni Baird----------------------------------------Deidre Boone-------------------------------------Joseph L. Boyd-----------------------------------Genora Kendricks Boykins------------------------Morris R. Clark-----------------------------------D’Anderia Dunham-------------------------------Phil Dyson---------------------------------------Licia Green-Ellis----------------------------------Gordon E. Goodman------------------------------Jamie J. Greenheck-------------------------------Debra Hatter-------------------------------------Wayne C. Haynes---------------------------------William Traylor-----------------------------------Argentina M. James------------------------------Karen Jenkins------------------------------------Suewan Johnson----------------------------------Sherman L. Lewis---------------------------------Fulkra J. Mason-----------------------------------Margaret C. “Peggy” Montana--------------------Dawn H. Moses-----------------------------------Michael N. Pearson-------------------------------Nat J. Raggette-----------------------------------Ingrid Robinson-----------------------------------Donna Rolland------------------------------------Stephanie K. Rudd--------------------------------Barbara L. Seymour-------------------------------Ed Smith (Retired)-------------------------------Rhonda Smith------------------------------------Tony Speller--------------------------------------Tiffany Thomas-----------------------------------Michelle Trevino-Aguilar--------------------------Pamela Ulmer------------------------------------Laurie Vignaud-----------------------------------Stephen Williams---------------------------------Cary P. Yates-------------------------------------LIFETIME MEMBERS
Quentin R. Mease, Board Chair Emeritus (Deceased)
Dan Arnold, Board Member Emeritus
Gerald Hines, Board Member Emeritus
John S. Chase
Wal-Mart
H-E-B
Lilly Grove Baptist Church
Chevron Corporation U.S.A. Inc.
Continental Airlines
Texas Southern University
Reliant Energy
Marathon Oil Company
GUILD President
Enterprise Leasing Company of Houston
Apex Advisors, Inc.
Occidental Petroleum Corporation
Fleishman-Hillard Houston
Haynes and Boone, LLP
Anheuser-Busch Inc.
AT&T
Port of Houston Authority
JPMorgan Chase
The Bank of New York Trust Company, N.A.
TNL, Inc.
Spectra Energy
Shell Oil Products
State Farm Insurance Companies
Amegy Bank N.A.
GE Energy Financial Service
Halliburton
BMC Software, Inc.
Volunteer
Warner & Associates PLLC
Macy’s
Houston Municipal Employee Pension System
Comcast Houston Region
YP President
Federal Reserve Bank Houston
Volunteer
Capital One N.A.
BP
Wells Fargo
2010
client stories
In recent years, non-profit organizations have been
significantly and negatively impacted by the economy,
particularly with a decline in resources traditionally
made available through public sector and corporate
funding entities. While this economic environment
has posed challenges to non-profits, and certainly the
Houston Area Urban League, it is our position that with
these challenges have emerged many opportunities.
The following are five client stories about challenges
faced…and opportunities created. The Houston Area
Urban League staff is consistently helping our clients
through the offering of a diverse array of programs and
services. To our sponsors, donors and volunteers, we
thank you for your continued support on behalf of
the clients whose stories are presented here…and also
on behalf of the 40,000 clients who received opportunities
Dr. Gerson David
Edwina Higgins
Attorney A.M. Wickliff, Sr.
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc.
through the Houston Area Urban League during our
2010 program year.
DANNY RUTHERFORD
facing a challenge
Danny Rutherford came to the Houston Area Urban League in hopes
of being able to attend the NCCER training at our Workforce Training
location at 5320 Griggs Road. Mr. Rutherford brought with him a good
attitude and a wealth of interactive experience. Upon completion of
the training he obtained employment with Houston Rapid Transit. Mr.
Rutherford worked tediously to acquire construction skills, knowing that
the rail system was opening a new plethora of jobs in the Houston area.
creating opportunities
After he completed the training, Mr. Rutherford was hired by HRT for
the Metro Rail project after receiving his NCCER Certification card
(National Center for Construction, Education and Research). Currently
working on the North Line, he enjoys his work and co-workers, knowing
that he will be able to look back and their contribution to making Houston
a greater place to live and work. The Occupational Training programs at
the Houston Area Urban League offers participants an enhanced quality
of life through acquiring improved skills for the current labor market.
BEVERLY LEWIS
facing a challenge
In March 2010, Houston Area Urban League launched the community Health
Navigator Initiative in response to the critical challenges of lack of health care access
and lack of health insurance for over 1. 4 million people in the Greater Houston Area.
This initiative provided training to 19 volunteers from 10 faith based organizations to
help economically disadvantaged persons in their neighborhoods gain access to health
care. Funding was provided by the Wal-Mart State Giving program.
creating opportunities
Beverly Lewis, a 64 year old retiree, completed the training and diligently served in
the South Union community in Houston Texas. As a health navigator Beverly became
the liaison, link and intermediary between health/social services and the community,
to help improve access to and the quality of health care for residents in South Union.
As a HAUL Navigator, she helped clients to increase their knowledge and gain selfsufficiency through outreach, community education, informal counseling, social support
and advocacy. Not only did Beverly help residents in this community, she became
a liaison for her own family. The Lewis family has a long history of hypertension and
diabetes. Her husband was a stroke victim at 58 years of age and she worked with him
on the management of his hypertension. Through Beverly’s trainings and knowledge as a
Health Navigator, she encouraged her sons to “get to work” on their health and lifestyle
changes. She was able to link one son to the support he needed to be better in control
of his hypertension and cholesterol. Beverly also admits she has done a much better job
managing her own Diabetes. She believes that the Houston Area Urban League “not
only empowered me to serve my community, but to also save my family”.
SPENCER NIXON
XAVIER MARQUEZ
facing a challenge
In April, 2010, Houston Area Urban League launched the “JOBS”
program in response to the challenge of unemployment (at 8.6% or
over 250,000 persons) and homelessness (over 10,000 persons) in the
Greater Houston Area. This Initiative provided intensive job readiness
and job search to unemployed adult heads of households. Funding was
provided through the Texas’ Social Service Block Grant. Over 3,000
persons were served by this program in 2010.
creating opportunities
Spencer Nixon is a dutiful husband and father of six. Temporarily
migrating from his home in Atlanta, he came to the Houston Area Urban
League to seek employment in order to support his family. Afraid for his
family and the possibility of becoming homeless, Spencer needed to find
a way to make ends meet. On April 21, 2010, he attended The Houston
Area Urban League’s “JOBS” program. This program focused on
“expediting services”. His services included job leads, transportation
support, housing assistance, technology training, and other supports so
that he could better position himself to meet employer requirements.
As a result, Spencer is now happily and gainfully employed at Phillips
Environmental and BP partnership as an Industrial VAC operator.
Inspired and motivated, Spencer has expressed his deepest appreciation
for the help and assistance received at the Houston Area Urban League.
facing a challenge
The Houston Area Urban League has been a pioneer in providing counseling and
mortgage assistance to individuals and families in default of losing their homes. Further,
critical health issues seemed to be pushing families more quickly into foreclosure. In
2010 in partnership with Wells Fargo…the Houston Area Urban League/Wells Fargo
Foreclosure prevention initiative was created in response to the dramatic increase in
mortgage foreclosures. This partnership allowed the Housing Department to expand its
Mortgage Default Counseling services and expand these services to more clients.
creating opportunities
During the Spring of 2010, Mr. Xavier Marquez had been laid off for the past 3
months, was receiving unemployment benefits, and in fear of losing his home. His
spouse had experienced a loss of income due to two surgeries in one year. Without
medical insurance, Xavier had used all of his savings to provide the medical care needed
for his wife. He became delinquent in his mortgage payments and was ultimately
referred to this special initiative by his mortgage company, Wells Fargo. Xavier was
persistent and dedicated throughout the mortgage default counseling process, driven
by a hope and desire for his family to remain in their home.
Xavier Marquez has now found full time employment. His wife has returned to work
and the family of four is very happy and grateful that with the help of HAUL, Wells
Fargo was able to provide them with a modification that was agreeable and affordable.
He remarks, “If there is ever another unfortunate incident that involves his home, he
knows that the Houston Area Urban League is there to help”.
THE THOMAS GROUP INC
facing a challenge
As the economic downturn evolved during 2010, small business
development and expansion became significantly more important as a
means of self-sufficiency. Based upon awareness of the tightening credit
markets and stringent criteria for small business loans, the Houston Area
Urban League deliberately focused its Economic Development program
on identifying and targeting for support small businesses with the
capacity to perform on Port of Houston (POHA) contracts. The
intent of this “targeting” was to provide sound business assessment,
enhanced technical assistance and face-to-face meetings with POHA
representatives who could guide small business owners through their
Small Business Development Process. Unlike many business start-ups,
those targeted were stable, with current experience and/or services that
complimented POHA projects, but had not been successful in gaining
contracting opportunities with them.
creating opportunities
The resulting meetings effectively connected clients, increased proposal
submissions and lead to introductions to POHA Prime Contractors for
sub-contractor relationships. One such entity benefitting from services
was The Thomas Group, Inc. under the leadership of John Thomas,
CEO. The Thomas Group met with the Port Program and participated
in its Mentor Protégé Program and was mentored by the Johnston, LLC
Construction Company. The Mentor Protégé Program allowed
The Thomas Group, Inc. to provide contractual services offering construction inspections for Johnston, LLC’s portion of the HISD Bond
program: Houston Community College’s renovations of parking facilities
and retention ponds, and Field Inspections and renovations of HISD
and ALIEF schools. The relationship between the Port’ Mentor Protégé
Program and the Houston Area Urban League allowed the Thomas
Group to significantly increase its profitability in 2010. It also opened
the door of opportunity for the Thomas Group to become an employment resource for HAUL’s Workforce Development Department.
THE SOUTHERLAND
FAMILY
RUDY, JUSTIN, ASHLEY AND CECILE
facing a challenge
The Houston Area Urban League recognized the need for character development and
academic support programs for high school students in 1991 with the implementation
of the of NULITES, National Urban League Incentive to Excel and Succeed. Over
the years and most recently, this program has expanded to include MIDLITES (middle
school students) and pre-school and elementary (GENLITES). During 2010 the
programs became more comprehensive and included tutoring focusing on STEM curriculum (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics), parent involvement, and
college preparation.
creating opportunities
Rudy Southerland, was introduced to the Houston Area Urban League and NULITES in
November 2009. Rudy grew to become a shining light in the core NULITES program
at Worthing High School, drawing many others to the program in 2010. He is also a
participant in our STEM academy at Worthing. Rudy, excited about all the opportunities and enrichment he was getting in the NULITES program, encouraged his younger
brother, Justin, to participate in the STEM Academy and to get involved with HAUL’S
middle school program (MIDLITES). Leading Justin to this program sparked the
interest of their mother Shebra, who is now a faithful participant in HAUL’s parent
engagement trainings. Upon graduation from Worthing and NULITES, Rudy will go on
to college. Rudy’s impact on HAUL programs will continue for years to come. It now
involves all members of his family including baby sister, Cecile, who will soon be entering
HAUL’S preschool and elementary support program, GENLITES.
2010
Financial Statements
HOUSTON AREA URBAN LEAGUE, INC.
A Texas Nonprofit Corporation
STATEMENTS OF FINANCIAL POSITION
DECEMBER 31, 2010 AND 2009
STATEMENTS OF ACTIVITIES
FOR THE YEARS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2010 AND 2009
20102009
CURRENT ASSETS
Cash and cash equivalents
Cash equivalents, restricted
Grants receivable
Other receivables
Prepaid expenses and deposits
$766,306
1,136,954
318,119
21,296
19,008
$528,111
...............
380,664
34,592
19,395
Total Current Assets
2,261,683
962,742
NON-CURRENT ASSETS
Restricted investments at fair value
Property and equipment, net
Total Non-Current Assets
781,292
2,675,707
3,456,999
...............
2,497,531
2,497,531
TOTAL ASSETS
$5,718,682
$3,460,273
LIABILITIES AND NET ASSETS CURRENT LIABILITIES
Accounts payable
75,250
53,471
Accrued expenses and other liabilities
57,346
73,286
Unearned revenue
1,139,914
106,715
...............10,376
Note payable (current portion)
Total Current Liabilities
1,272,510
243,848
NON-CURRENT LIABILITIES
Unearned revenue
Note payable
...............
781,292
...............17,445
Total Non-Current Liabilities
781,292
17,445
2,053,802
261,293
TOTAL LIABILITIES
NET ASSETS
Temporarily restricted
Unrestricted
83,047
255,817
3,581,8332,943,163
Total Net Assets
3,664,880
3,198,980
TOTAL LIABILITIES AND NET ASSETS
$5,718,682
$3,460,273
20102010
UnrestrictedTemporarily
Totals UnrestrictedTemporarily
Totals
RestrictedRestricted
REVENUES
Contributions:
United Way
$504,546
$..............$504,546 $687,708 $...............$687,708
...............415,803 321,736 22,500 344,236
Others
415,803
...............2,873,160 1,316,393 ...............1,316,393
Federal grant revenue
2,873,160
Foundation & other
...............309,862 365,990 ...............365,990
grant revenue
309,862
...............68,525 125,400
...............125,400
Program fees
68,525
...............2,492 4,985
...............4,985
Interest income
2,492
...............13,241 10,991
...............10,991
Other income
13,241
Fund-raising and
...............565,593 595,780...............595,780
special events
565,593
...............
from restrictions
172,770
(172,770)
218,663(218,663) ...............
TOTAL REVENUES
$4,925,992
$(172,770)
$4,753,222
$3,647,616
$ (196,133)
$3,451,483
EXPENDITURES
Program services:
...............426,482 1,096,845 ...............1,096,845
Special project
426,482
...............753,475 725,536...............725,536
Education and youth services
753,475
...............515,021 433,041...............433,041
Employment515,021
Housing and community
...............899,444 527,988 ...............527,988
development
899,444
...............549,630 380,367 ...............380,367
Training549,630
...............25,803 28,226
...............28,226
Economic development
25,803
...............58,596 26,515
...............26,515
Health initiative
58,596
...............
Total Program Services
3,228,451
3,228,4513,218,518...............3,228,451
Support services:
Management and general
Fundraising activities
Total Support Services
737,450
321,421
1,058,871
...............737,450 524,544...............524,544
...............321,421 339,801...............339,801
...............
...............864,345
1,058,871864,345
TOTAL EXPENDITURES
4,287,322
...............4,287,322 4,082,863 ...............4,082,863
CHANGE IN NET ASSETS
638,670
(172,770)
465,900
(435,247)
(196,133)
(631,380)
NET ASSETS BEGINNING OF YEAR 2,943,163 255,8173,198,980 3,378,410 451,9503,830,360
NET ASSETS END OF YEAR
$3,581,833
$83,047$3,664,880
$2,943,163
$255,817 $3,198,980
2010
Supporters
ABC-Channel 13
Central Houston Inc.
Disney KTRK
Global Impact
Jeffrey Richard
Maria Gaytan
Aetna Foundation
Chevron
Donna Rolland
Gondo Company
Jerry Bluitt
Maria Velazquez
Allstate Giving Campaign
Chevron Humankind
Dr. and Mrs.
Gordon E. Goodman
John Robinson
Mary Welch
Amber Foyt
Citi Group
Greater Houston Convention
Joni Baird
MBC Software
Amegy Bank
Citizens for Affordable
Americas Promise Alliance
Energy
Benjamin, L Hall, III
EAN Holding
Joseph L. Boyd
Men’s Wearhouse
Ed Smith
Guild Halliburton
and Visitors Bureau
Josie Ybarra
Metro
Andrea Jones
Clyde Otis
El Paso Corporation
Halliburton
JP Morgan Chase
Michael N. Pearson
Andrews Kurth LLP
Coca-Cola Bottling
Elmer Donalson-Rogers
Harry E. Johnson
Juan Alonso
Michelle Trevino-Aguilar
Anella and Mitchell Metoyer
COMCAST
Enterprise Car Rental
HAUL GUILD
Judson Robinson, III
Morris and Shauna Clark
Anheuser Busch
Community Education
Epstein Becker Green
HAUL YP
Karen Jenkins
Morris R. Clark
Haynes & Boone
Kevin Plowden
Myleeka Landrum
Anthony Gandy
Partners
Wickiff & Hall
Argentina M. James
ConocoPhillips
Eric Goodie
HEB
Kiem Nguyen
Nat J. Raggette
Astros in Action
ConocoPhillips BEN
Eric Mabrie
Hilton Hotel
Kroger
National Urban League
AT&T
Continental Airlines
Eric Phillips
Hines Interest
Laurie Vignaud
Nationwide Insurance
Barbara L. Seymour
Cookie Montez
ESPA Corp.
Houston Astros
Leon Franklin
Newswire
BBVA Compass Foundation
Cora Robinson
Federal Reserve Bank
Houston Foundation
Licia Green-Ellis
Nijo Shaw
Bernadette Dames
Courtney D. Lewis-Williams
Fidelity
Houston Rapid Transit
Lily Grove Baptist Church
Norma Morris
Bianca Craigwell
Cynthia Stanciell
Fleishman Hillard
Houston Rockets
Lloyd Gite Enterprises
NRG Texas Power
Bill Young Productions
D’Anderia Dunham
FMC Technology
Howard Jefferson
Lorenzo Bailey
Occidental Petroleum
BMC
Daniel Emerson
Francis Vega
Inger Richard
Lorine Clark
Odis Mack
Bobbie Jones
Danny K. Whitfield
Frazier Educational
Ingrid Robinson
Lynette Mearis
Oprah’s Angel Network
BP
Darrin Jackson
Ivy Educational and
M. Robinson
Orlando Milton
Brenda Banks
Darryl King
Frost National Bank
Macy’s
Orrin Burroughs
Calpine Foundation
David Slaughter
Fulkra J. Mason
Jacqueline Cooper
Madeline Wright
Pamela Ulmer
Capital One Bank
Dawn H. Moses
Gayle Amos
James and Loyce Owens
Marathon Oil
Phil Dyson
Carla Baker
Debra Hatter
GE Financial Services
James C. Murphy
Marc Morial
Port of Houston Authority
Carmella Walker
Debra King
Genora Kendricks Boykins
James Lacy
Marcell Glynn
Ralph Watkins
Carolyn Rose
Deidre Boone
George Wyche
Jamie J. Greenheck
Marchis and Ingrid Robinson
Randall’s Food Markets/
Cary P. Yates
Demetria Lofton
Gerald Smith
Janice Hale Harris
Margaret C. “Peggy” Montana
Centerpoint Energy
Derrick Cyprian
Glenda Kizzee
Janice Johnson
Margarette Robinson
Enterprises
Charitable Foundation
Safeway
Ray Shackelford
2010
Supporters cont.
Reliant Energy/
Suewan Johnson
W. J. Alexander
NRG Energy
Sysco Corporation
W. T. Alexander
Renae Hunter
Teneshia Hudspeth
Wal-Mart
Renae Stephens
Terri Steele-Dot-
Walter and Amber Foyt
Rhonda Smith
son
Waste Management
Rice University
Terry K. Anderson
Wayne C. Haynes
Rocket Ball
Texas Southern University
Wayne Hogue
Rommell Williams
The Hall Law Firm
Wea H. Lee
Ron Acosta
The Lewis Group
Wells Fargo
Roy Rodney
The Menninger Clinic
Wendell Wooten
Rozora Hall
Foundation
Wheeler Avenue Baptist
Sandy and Carol Duchene
Tiffany Thomas
SE Transmission
TNL
William Norwood
Shell Oil
Tony Speller
William Traylor
Sherman L. Lewis
Tyrone Obaseki
Y.C. Simpson
Sherry A. Darrett
United Space Alliance
Yvette E. Mitchell
Silver Eagle
University of Houston
Zerlene Shamblee
Smith Graham & Company
Foundation
Spectra Energy
Uptown Houston
St. James Episcopal Church
V. Zamora
State Farm Insurance
Venita Gatson
Stephanie K. Rudd
Vickie McBride
Stephen Williams
Vinson & Elkins
Style Magazine
Volunteer Houston
Church