United Way of Hunterdon County

What it reported doing in 2024

"volunteer center and other: united way of hunterdon county operates the volunteer center as the county's central hub for volunteer engagement, connecting individuals, businesses, schools, civic groups, and community organizations with meaningful service opportunities that address local needs. The volunteer center strengthens the nonprofit sector by mobilizing volunteers, supporting community partners, and fostering a culture of civic engagement throughout hunterdon county. The volunteer center serves as both a volunteer recruitment resource and a capacity-building partner for nonprofit organizations. Through a centralized volunteer management platform and direct coordination with community agencies, united way helps organizations identify volunteer needs, recruit qualified volunteers, promote service opportunities, and facilitate meaningful community engagement. United way's responsibilities include: "recruiting, screening, and connecting volunteers with nonprofit organizations and community initiatives. "maintaining and administering the county's online volunteer engagement platform. "providing technical assistance and support to nonprofit organizations utilizing volunteer management resources. "coordinating countywide volunteer initiatives, community service projects, and days of service. "promoting volunteer opportunities through outreach, marketing, and community partnerships. "engaging corporate, civic, school, and faith-based volunteer groups in community service activities. "tracking volunteer participation, hours served, and community impact. "supporting volunteer recognition and stewardship efforts. The volunteer center also serves as a key component of the community's emergency response and resiliency efforts by providing infrastructure to mobilize volunteers during times of community need, natural disasters, and special initiatives. As hunterdon county's trusted convener, united way collaborates with nonprofit partners, government agencies, businesses, and community leaders to coordinate volunteer resources efficiently and effectively. Grant funds and program resources support personnel responsible for volunteer recruitment, program coordination, partner support, technology administration, outreach, reporting, and volunteer management activities, as well as operational expenses associated with maintaining the volunteer engagement platform and delivering countywide volunteer services. Financial expenditures are monitored through the organization's established accounting system and internal financial controls, while volunteer participation and program outcomes are documented through the volunteer management system and internal reporting processes. The volunteer center advances united way of hunterdon county's mission by strengthening the capacity of local nonprofit organizations while increasing opportunities for residents to engage in meaningful service. By connecting community members with volunteer opportunities across the organization's four impact pillars-youth opportunity, health and mental health, financial stability, and community resiliency-the volunteer center amplifies the impact of local nonprofits, builds stronger community partnerships, and leverages thousands of volunteer hours that expand services to residents throughout hunterdon county. The program reflects united way's role as the county's backbone organization and trusted convener, bringing together people, organizations, and resources to create lasting community impact.

Financial Efficiency

• Mission deployment rate: 61.9%; rating input score 62
• Program expense ratio: 49.9%; rating input score 50
• Fundraising efficiency: $6.02 raised per $1 spent on fundraising; rating input score 22; 22nd percentile among comparable filings

Transparency & Controls

• Consistency checks: 100%; rating input score 100; 63rd percentile among comparable filings
• Pay-setting controls: Limited
• Foreign activity oversight: Limited
• Grant itemization coverage: 100%; rating input score 100; 76th percentile among comparable filings
• Major donor itemization: Yes; rating input score 100
• Related-party transparency: Limited

Accountability

• Independent voting board: 100%; rating input score 100; 63rd percentile among comparable filings
• Governance controls: 8 of 8 controls in place; rating input score 100
  • Conflict-of-interest policy: Pass
  • Whistleblower policy: Pass
  • Document-retention policy: Pass
  • CEO compensation review process: Pass
  • Other executive compensation review process: NotApplicable
  • Form 990 shared with the board: Pass
  • Board meeting minutes documented: Pass
  • Audit committee oversight: Pass
  • Independent financial-statement audit: Pass

Sustainability

• Operating margin: -20.4%; rating input score 9; 9th percentile among comparable filings
• Total-asset coverage ratio: 1.83; rating input score 62; 62nd percentile among comparable filings
• Liabilities to assets ratio: 0.19; rating input score 32; 32nd percentile among comparable filings
• Officer compensation ratio: 8.8%; rating input score 41; 41st percentile among comparable filings

Growth

• Program expense growth: -2.5% per year; rating input score 0; 11th percentile among comparable filings
• Revenue growth: -1% per year; rating input score 0; 12th percentile among comparable filings
• Asset growth: -0.5% per year; rating input score 0; 16th percentile among comparable filings