2025-11-17T14:45:55-06:00 2025-06-30 580692043 Mauldin & Jenkins LLC 200 Galleria Pkwy SE Ste 1700 Atlanta GA 303395946 990 2024-07-01 582034725 Must Ministries Inc MUST 7704279862 1260 Cobb Pkwy North Marietta GA 30062 Dr Dwight Reighard President & CEO 7704279862 2025-11-17 1 0 Mary Jo Alexander P00002534 7709558600 2025-11-17 2024 2025-03-06 01:10:19Z Dr Dwight Reighard 1260 Cobb Pkwy North Marietta GA 30062 23576362 0 X www.mustministries.org X 1971 GA To serve our neighbors in need and to transform lives and communities in response to Christ's call.MUST Ministries is a leading nonprofit organization serving neighbors in need across nine counties in north Georgia through five core pillars of stability: food, housing, workforce development, clothing, and healthcare. Each year, MUST provides millions of meals, distributes hundreds of thousands of clothing items, and offers shelter and housing assistance to individuals and families experiencing homelessness. With the help of thousands of volunteers and community partners, MUST Ministries empowers more than 55,000 people annually to move from crisis toward stability and self-sufficiency. 36 36 150 7071 0 0 23522338 21945288 236418 231877 272814 286670 493031 559999 24524601 23023834 13474138 11061650 0 0 7247588 7529037 32805 0 1577991 4196151 5261809 24950682 23852496 -426081 -828662 35741247 35497754 2613738 3158953 33127509 32338801 X To serve our neighbors in need and to transform lives and communities in response to Christ's call. 0 0 8312451 6852220 See Schedule OFood Services: MUST Ministries provides comprehensive food assistance through programs designed to reach individuals and families who face the highest barriers to accessing nutritious meals. MUST's food programs include the MUST Mobile Pantry, which brings groceries, toiletries and fresh produce directly into neighborhoods; Neighborhood Pantries imbedded in schools, which ensures thousands of children and adults receive consistent, reliable support each month; MUST Client Services pantries in Marietta, Smyrna and Canton; Loaves and Fishes Kitchen in the MUST Hope House, which serves three meals a day; and the Senior Smiles food program, which provides monthly food boxes to seniors in need, right at their doors.Client ServicesMUST's Client Services locations provide comprehensive assistance for individuals and families with little to no income, offering food, housing support, workforce development, entrepreneurial training, clothing, hygiene items, healthcare access, case management and help with government and insurance applications. In the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025, MUST distributed more than 700,000 pounds of groceries to 22,000 people and provided 175,000 clothing items at no cost to more than 12,000 individuals through Client Services. Nearly 2,000 people participated in job readiness and industry training, and more than 700 secured employment, generating more than $25 million in annual personal income.Neighborhood PantryThe MUST Neighborhood Pantry program partners with public schools, churches and businesses to provide food and essential items to children and families who face significant transportation barriers. Operating 19 pantries across Cobb and Cherokee counties, the program serves students from 49 schools and supports more than 400 at-risk families each month. During the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025, the Neighborhood Pantry distributed more than a quarter million pounds of food and toiletries to 7,000 clients, including more than 3,200 children.Mobile PantryThe MUST Mobile program delivers fresh, healthy food directly to low-income neighborhoods and food deserts where transportation challenges prevent families from accessing traditional food pantries. Each month, the program reaches 15 locations across five metropolitan counties, including schools, churches, apartment communities and the VA Clinic. In the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025, more than 12,000 clients received nearly 650,000 pounds of food and additional toiletries through this mobile distribution model.Seasonal Programs and Community OutreachMUST Ministries provides seasonal and holiday assistance to help stabilize families and support children, seniors and individuals facing financial hardship. The Summer Lunch program delivers weekday breakfast and lunch items to at-risk children during school breaks and, through partnerships with churches and community groups, distributed more than half a million meals to roughly 7,000 children across eight counties. MUST's Toy Shop served more than 7,500 children in three counties with Christmas gifts, clothing items and school supplies, while the holiday food program provided about 500 families with complete holiday meals and gift cards for a turkey or ham. The Senior Smiles program, which now includes hygiene items and other personal care essentials in addition to food, supports 250 seniors each month. 6614891 2850432 231877 See Schedule OHousing: MUST Ministries provides a continuum of housing programs that address the immediate and long-term needs of individuals and families experiencing homelessness. Through emergency shelter, permanent supportive housing and targeted rental assistance, MUST helps clients secure safe, stable housing and progress toward lasting self-sufficiency.Hope House Emergency ShelterThe MUST Hope House emergency shelter provides immediate, low-barrier housing for men, women and families experiencing homelessness. In the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025, the shelter served more than 1,700 people and provided 50,000 bed nights, along with outreach services for more than 500 additional individuals. Hope House offers a 30-day stay and connects clients to case management, workforce resources and referrals for medical, behavioral health, substance use and domestic violence services.Permanent Supportive HousingMUST's Permanent Supportive Housing program delivers long-term, stable housing for individuals who are disabled or chronically homeless, including veterans. The program served more than 200 people and provided 55,000 bed nights while offering case management that supports medical care access, employment services and education. These services help residents in Cobb, Cherokee and Paulding counties move toward lasting financial stability.Tenant Based Rental AssistanceThe Tenant Based Rental Assistance program provides short-term financial support to help families experiencing homelessness bridge the gap between what they can afford and local rent standards in Cobb County. This flexible assistance helps households regain stability while working toward long-term housing independence.Rapid Re-HousingThe Rapid Re-Housing program helps clients quickly obtain safe and stable housing through short-term rental assistance and supportive services. Operating in Cobb, Cherokee, Bartow, Douglas, Paulding and Pickens counties, the program is designed to increase self-sufficiency and reduce the length of time individuals experience homelessness. Among the 200 clients served through both Rapid Re-Housing and Tenant Based Rental Assistance, more than 92 percent were stably housed upon program completion. 2653077 1265607 See Schedule OClothingMUST Ministries provides free clothing to individuals and families in need through its Client Services locations, offering essentials such as everyday apparel, children's items, hygiene-related garments and seasonal necessities. The organization also supports clients through MUST Marketplace, where low-cost clothing options help stretch limited budgets while generating funds that sustain MUST's broader programs.MUST MarketplaceMUST Marketplace, established in 2014, supports the organization's mission by offering a full retail experience whose proceeds directly fund client programs. In November 2023, the Marketplace relocated to a 7,500-square-foot store in Roswell, Ga., doubling its previous size and expanding departments that include clothing, designer jewelry, home dcor, seasonal goods and furniture. The Marketplace provides affordable items to the community, raises funds for MUST programs and offers another way for clients to shop for needed essentials. The location also features a donation drop-off area, allowing the community to contribute items that further sustain MUST's services. 3165094 93391 Workforce DevelopmentMUST Ministries' Workforce Development program helps clients build marketable skills-sets such as computer literacy, interview preparation and certification training. Through resume assistance, career assessments and hands-on job readiness support, the program empowers individuals to secure employment and achieve financial stability.During the last year, MUST Ministries served 1,914 workforce development clients, including 1,714 new enrollments who accessed job readiness training, skills development and employment support. A total of 718 individuals reported securing employment at an average hourly wage of $18.56, generating an estimated $25.2 million in earnings returned to the local economy.Behavioral and Primary Care:MUST Ministries expands access to essential healthcare by offering affordable behavioral and primary care services to individuals who may otherwise go without treatment. Through on-site support at housing programs and regularly scheduled mobile medical clinics, MUST helps clients address mental, emotional and physical health needs that are critical to long-term stability.ClinicMUST Ministries provides free behavioral and primary healthcare through third-party clinical partners to ensure clients have access to essential treatment. Behavioral health services, including counseling and support groups, are offered on-site at the Hope House emergency shelter and to clients in Permanent Supportive Housing across Cobb and Cherokee counties. Primary care was delivered through a mobile medical unit that operated twice a month in Marietta and once a month in Smyrna, expanding access for individuals and families who face financial or transportation barriers. 3165094 93391 20745513 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 1 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 240 0 1 150 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 X 36 36 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 0 0 GA X X Dr Dwight Reighard 7704279862 1260 Cobb Pkwy North Marietta GA 30062 Terry DeWitt Chair 4.00 X X 0 0 0 Joyette Holmes Vice Chair 2.00 X X 0 0 0 Sarah Powell Secretary 2.00 X X 0 0 0 Brian Scully Treasurer 2.00 X X 0 0 0 Mark Abrams Board Member 1.00 X 0 0 0 Jose Andujar Board Member 1.00 X 0 0 0 Eric Baker Board Member 1.00 X 0 0 0 Nancy Blythe Board Member 1.00 X 0 0 0 Angelo Brown Board Member 1.00 X 0 0 0 John Carson Board Member 1.00 X 0 0 0 Jessica Carvalho Board Member 1.00 X 0 0 0 Gabe Chatham Board Member 1.00 X 0 0 0 Jerry Cooper Board Member 1.00 X 0 0 0 Andrew Cox Board Member 1.00 X 0 0 0 Don Crampton Board Member 1.00 X 0 0 0 Jay Cunningham Board Member 1.00 X 0 0 0 Tom DiGregorio Board Member 1.00 X 0 0 0 Alisha Hargett Board Member 1.00 X 0 0 0 Ann Harris Board Member 1.00 X 0 0 0 James Holmes Board Member 1.00 X 0 0 0 Regan Holroyd Board Member 1.00 X 0 0 0 Erin Izen Board Member 1.00 X 0 0 0 Alan Lee Board Member 2.00 X 0 0 0 Michelle Miller Board Member 1.00 X 0 0 0 Chip Poth Board Member 1.00 X 0 0 0 Esther Prieto Board Member 1.00 X 0 0 0 Roberto Privitera Board Member 1.00 X 0 0 0 Ellen Pugh Board Member 1.00 X 0 0 0 Bob Reccord Board Member 1.00 X 0 0 0 Vic Reynolds Board Member 1.00 X 0 0 0 Jeff Shropshire Board Member 1.00 X 0 0 0 Brian Spivey Board Member 1.00 X 0 0 0 Ellen Strife Board Member 2.00 X 0 0 0 Chuck Vice Board Member 1.00 X 0 0 0 Michael Williams Board Member 1.00 X 0 0 0 Tammie Younng-Ennaemba Board Member 1.00 X 0 0 0 Dwight Ike Reighard President/CEO 40.00 X 267791 0 23130 Angela Phelps Vice President 40.00 X 201249 0 14034 Thomas Najjar Chief Financial Officer 40.00 X 184526 0 21373 Gregory Elder VP Client Services 40.00 X 123517 0 5435 Kathy Wilson VP, Human Resources and Volunteer Services 40.00 X 107425 0 13421 David Ladnak VP, Facilities and Technology Operations 40.00 X 106724 0 13836 Keo Buford VP Strategic Housing Initiatives 40.00 X 105741 0 9836 Katy Camp VP MARKETING 40.00 X 100993 0 12313 1197966 0 113378 8 0 1 0 Allied Universal Security Services PO Box 277469 Atlanta GA 303847469 Security Services 428154 FR-MP Trellis JV LLC 11 Dupont Circle NW 9th Floor Washington DC 20036 Leasing Services 372244 Ten68 West Apartments LLC 4706 18th Ave Brooklyn NY 11204 Leasing Services 353147 Michael Nicosia Landlord 615 Thornhurst Avenue Glendora CA 91741 Leasing Services 190180 Kevin Heilfron Landlord 1073 Boston Ridge Woodstock GA 30189 Leasing Services 179205 11 1015895 4018046 16911347 8842196 21945288 Program fees 624200 231877 231877 231877 305428 305428 18758 -18758 -18758 -18758 174151 1015895 533770 -359619 -359619 885580 0 885580 885580 Reimbursement, Misc. etc. 900099 34038 34038 34038 23023834 231877 0 846669 11061650 11061650 747310 237064 258419 251827 5764359 4501903 645768 616688 54847 35591 9745 9511 487923 376827 47322 63774 474598 346393 66753 61452 3630 3630 37719 37719 415659 367905 31118 16636 55374 35309 13852 6213 993308 599319 138540 255449 176530 94522 39083 42925 1530903 1443437 40797 46669 18148 16470 753 925 104623 68848 12476 23299 178742 78513 33974 66255 1269742 1184250 46025 39467 327516 211641 63911 51964 Printing & Copying 135186 84027 27028 24131 Memberships, Dues & Reg 10559 1844 7909 806 Taxes & Licenses 4170 4170 23852496 20745513 1528992 1577991 440802 666847 5234679 4283071 950268 1057381 578658 714116 232411 218292 30974624 4979918 25636880 25994706 1913531 1849133 754018 714208 35741247 35497754 701554 1342454 48425 57624 1142835 1106405 720924 652470 2613738 3158953 X 31222468 30854462 1905041 1484339 33127509 32338801 35741247 35497754 -828662 39954 0 X X 0 1 X 1 1 1 X 26841143 33793914 29511576 23522338 21945288 135614259 26841143 33793914 29511576 23522338 21945288 135614259 2245315 133368944 3718 6136 260577 332712 305428 908571 56355 1281338 228264 263427 34038 1863422 138386252 843144 0.96370 0.96290 X Schedule A, Part II, Line 10, Explanation of Other Income: Reimbursement Misc etc - 2020 Amount: $ 56,355. 2021 Amount: $ 122,524. 2022 Amount: $ 116,833. 2023 Amount: $ 199,695. 2024 Amount: $ 34,038. Insurance proceeds - 2021 Amount: $ 1,098,832. 2022 Amount: $ 110,131. 2023 Amount: $ 63,732. Refund on Property Tax - 2021 Amount: $ 59,982. 2022 Amount: $ 1,300. RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED 2453393 2453393 22802780 3981454 18821326 3061042 534470 2526572 2657409 463994 2193415 25994706 Pooled investments 295570 F Fixed income investments 1553563 F 1849133 Lease Liability 652470 652470 X 23272788 39954 209000 248954 23023834 0 23023834 24061496 209000 209000 23852496 0 23852496 Part X, Line 2: Management evaluated MUST's tax positions and concluded that they have taken no uncertain tax positions that require adjustment to the financial statements to comply with the provisions on accounting for uncertainty in income taxes. The organization does not have any uncertain tax positions reported on the audited financial statements under FIN 48 (ASC 740-10). Gobble Jog 638569 574712 63857 237834 Gala 275670 220536 55134 196755 2 275807 220647 55160 99181 1190046 1015895 174151 533770 533770 -359619 1 Children's Programs 14322 2555426 FMV Summer lunches and Christmas toys provided to children in need, as well as MUST Save it Forward school pantry. Clothes closet 12263 575544 FMV Clothing given to individuals in need Direct financial assistance 3057 3141221 Cash Rental and utility assistance to individuals and families in need Food and Meals 44335 4789458 FMV Groceries given to individuals in need and meals provided to the homeless and those in need. Part I, Line 2: The organization seeks to practice sound financial management and comply with all legal and regulatory requirements. The financial accounting system is designed to assure that accurate financial records are kept and the organization's financial resources are used in furtherance of the mission. Contracts are reviewed by the Program Director to understand requirements. X X X X 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 Dwight Ike Reighard President/CEO 220091 0 47700 0 0 0 9143 0 13987 0 290921 0 0 0 Angela Phelps Vice President 172146 0 29103 0 0 0 0 0 14034 0 215283 0 0 0 Thomas Najjar Chief Financial Officer 157218 0 27308 0 0 0 4248 0 17125 0 205899 0 0 0 Part I, Line 7 Discretionary Bonuses approved by the Board and Executive Team: Dwight Reighard Bonus $47,700 Angela Phelps Bonus $29,103 Thomas Najjar Bonus $27,308 Gregory Elder Bonus $10,000 X 593135 FMV X 14 124802 FMV X 2297527 6199289 FMV X Christmas Toys 7951 1263463 FMV X Computer Equipment 6 422618 FMV X Donated Auction Items 193 238889 FMV 0 0 1 1 Part I, Column (b): Number of contributions. Part I, Line 32b: The organization uses a third party broker to sell securities. Usuable items are sold to a salvage company. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, line 11b The Form 990 is reviewed first by the Finance Committee. It is then forwarded to the Board of Directors for final review before filing. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, line 12c The organization conducts annual reviews to ensure that they are operating according to their charitable purpose and that they do not engage in activities that could jeopardize their status as an organization exempt from federal income tax. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, line 15a The board CEO Compensation Committee reviews wage and benefit reports for comparative analysis. Form 990, Part VI, Section C, line 19 The Organization's governing documents and financial statements are available for public inspection upon request. Form 990, Part XII, line 2c There have been no changes to the auditor selection process nor the financial statement review.