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Commissioner Brown - DHHS (Social Services Division) - To Accept and Appropriate First Quarter Donations for the Domestic Violence Shelter, Child Advocacy Center, Adult Services Program, Nutrition Program, and Children Services (100% Donations - $19,610)
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STAFF CONTACT
Angela Karchmer - DHHS - Social Services - 704-862-7390
BUDGET IMPACT
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Appropriate Donated Revenues. No additional County Funds.
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BUDGET ORDINANCE IMPACT
Appropriate FY2018 First Quarter donations in the amount of $19,610 into Special Programs accounts for the FY18 budget.
BACKGROUND
Gaston County citizens and organizations often make donations to various programs within the Department of Health and Human Services- Social Services Division. During the First Quarter of FY 2017-2018, donations totaled $19,610. The Shelter of Gaston County received $4,421 in donations to be used for rent deposits, utility deposits, prescribed medications, household items, and other purchases to meet client and Shelter needs. The Adult Services program received $414 to be used to enrich various program activities for the elderly. The Nutrition program received $905 to enhance the Meals on Wheels services. The Child Advocacy Center received $3,870 to provide assistance to children in need. And, lastly, Child and Family Services received a $10,000 donation from the Glenn Foundation to be used for children in foster care. The attached Budget Change Request appropriates the $19,610 into the appropriate project accounts so the funds can be used for the intended purpose.
POLICY IMPACT
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ATTACHMENTS
Budget Change Request