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2008 Annual Report For Center For Economic Progress

The document summarizes the 2008 annual report of the Center for Economic Progress. It discusses how the economic crisis presented both challenges and opportunities to rethink financial security for working families. It outlines how the Center expanded its services to provide year-round financial coaching and benefited more than 32,000 families with $45 million in tax refunds and savings. It also discusses the Center's national advocacy work through the National Community Tax Coalition to advance policies helping low-income families.

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reth inking crisis Dark times face us. The current economic crisis is subjecting many Americans to insecurity and poverty. Anxiety and worry have become an everyday part of the lives of working families — especially those with limited incomes. But just as the Great Depression provided a backdrop for enormous change, this crisis, too, offers a historic opportunity for transformation— to reflect on and rethink the way we do things. To question our assumptions. To reimagine our work. To address the challenge before us. What’s needed is nothing short of bold and sweeping change— on Capitol Hill, at the kitchen table and in our tax and financial systems. We need solutions, not band-aids, that can help all Americans provide for their families and succeed in our 21st century economy. Smart public policies will be important, but the government can’t change this situation alone. It’s up to all of us to roll up our sleeves, take a sobering look at what we can do and get our hands dirty. America is still the land of opportunity— even in these tough times— but we must decide. . What changes are needed to improve current conditions for all? These are historic financial times— what is our part in the story?
4 Remaking CEP Starting in 2008, we began to rethink how we could best share our passion and commitment to making financial security a reality for all Americans. Our new identity represents how we will work to achieve greater impact and inspire others to join our cause. We are expanding our financial services Operating the largest and most established free tax preparation program in Chicago and Illinois, we connect families to free, year-round financial services that help them make economic progress. O ne-on-one financial coaching B enefits screenings at the workplace F inancial aid assistance for low-income and first-generation students We are local in service, national in voice What we learn on the ground, we translate into best practices in the field and workable policy solutions at the federal and state levels. We find the solutions that work. Retelling our story Our vision We envision an America of shared prosperity, where all working families can access the financial opportunities they need to succeed. Our mission We help hard-working, low-income families move from financial uncertainty to financial security. Our tagline Working Solutions for Working Families How we achieve our mission We provide trusted tax and financial counseling, giving Illinois families the tools to make sound choices. W e lead a national coalition of organizations that promote economic progress for low-wage workers and their families. W e advance policies and practices to create a financial system that works for all.
Center for Economic Progress : Annual Report 2008 7 to basics back payments Pay the rent, pay the bills, take the kids to a movie—most paychecks don’t go much further than that anymore. In good times, it felt like they didn’t have to— we had enough to squeak by, and then some. But the American Dream can’t be built on a mountain of debt and people can’t get ahead when, at the end of every month, they’re falling behind. Within this economic crisis and this spiraling culture of debt, though, lies an opportunity for debate, reflection and action. We all have a chance to rethink financial security in ways that weren’t possible before. At the Center, our new financial services department pushes us in that direction. Maurice highlights the potential impact our financial services can make. A father of three, Maurice learned about our services through our workplace program. He met with one of our counselors who helped him apply for benefits to cover heating bills, review his credit report and devise a budget and debt repayment plan. Rather than dig deeper into debt, Maurice learned about the fundamentals needed to start moving forward. After all, you can’t get ahead if you don’t know how. rede fining security
8 Center for Economic Progress : Annual Report 2008 9 my may day Taxes are at the core of American life—the cost of our democracy. Each year, The average family we serve receives $1,700 back at tax time—likely the largest we pay them with a collective sigh, eager to forget the matter until next year. lump sum they’ll see all year and their best opportunity to start getting But where many see a burden, we see an opportunity to usher in a new era ahead. Last year alone, 1,000 opened bank accounts right at our tax sites and in the American economy—one where Americans save and invest. more than 350 purchased savings bonds, giving them a path out of the cycle of debt and moving them towards solid financial ground. More than at any other time, tax time is “the time” for an annual financial check-up. See where you’re at, set goals, make a plan and use the tax refund $45 million back into the pockets of nearly 32,000 as a down payment on the future. families, Saving $5 million in tax preparation fees reworking tax time
10 progress more need If the economy taught us anything in 2008, it’s this—more isn’t always better. More debt, more risks, more financial challenges—enough is enough. In these lean times, we must rethink what it means to have more—we must reach out to others and define success together. By bringing together committed and diverse groups of community leaders and experts in the tax preparation field, the Center is taking its on-the-ground experience to the next level and making an impact nationwide. Our regional summits held in Tennessee and Arizona, attended by hundreds, served as a catalyst for local leaders to work together to achieve more. For example, our Memphis summit, acted as a springboard for groups across Florida to create a first-ever state action plan that launched the Florida Financial Partnership—addressing the everyday financial needs of families all across that state. Through our national work, we promote best practices and encourage collaboration to shape and grow the tax and financial services field. Together, we can do more. revitalizing the field
Center for Economic Progress : Annual Report 2008 13 families moving agendas forward Perhaps not since the Great Depression have we all been faced with such a perfect storm of market failures, broken systems and bad policies. These are big problems that must be met with equally great resolve. In these historic times, we must be prepared not just to think big, but to act big. Through the Center’s national arm, the National Community Tax Coalition, we work to build an economy that works for all Americans. Representing more than 700 organizations nationwide, the Coalition serves one million low-income working families during tax time and recruits tens of thousands of volunteers each year. In 2008, we activated our national network to successfully make the Child Tax Credit available to very low-income families. Passed in October 2008, the legislation benefited parents of 13 million children. That same year, with our energized network of activists, we began building a strong grassroots movement on important issues related to financial security and consumer protection. E-mail alerts and online trainings tell our members exactly how to take action on key issues. We bring the needs of low-income families to the table of policymakers, all while building our growing group of activists who are committed to tax fairness mmitting and advancing financial security for all families. reco to change
Center for Economic Progress : Annual Report 2008 15 our pocketbook reimagining Income Foundations, Government: Donated Services, Corporations $1,296,851 Materials Today, everywhere you look it seems there’s a heavy heart. Individuals: $3,252,636 21% Facilities: $1,307,959 The sting of tough times is fresh and everyone has had to forego 52% 21% something. Contractual Services Interest Other Income: Fees: $17,253 Total Income: $6,197,955 $323,256 1% 5% Here at the Center, though, we believe that success comes only with sacrifice. Despite the hardships we face today, we cannot forego the incredible opportunity we have now to create a better tomorrow. Perhaps once in a generation, we have Expenses a chance to redefine, rework and reimagine— to remake an America in which we all have a real opportunity to succeed. Now is our chance. Focusing on the pocketbook issues of working families, we at Local Programs (Tax and Financial Fundraising: $442,064 the Center, are committed to keeping our eye on the future, Services): $3,517,265 8% 60% rolling up our sleeves and getting this work done, even as we Management General: all walk on shaky ground. $691,500 12% Total Expenses: $5,864,329 National Programs (Coalition, Technical Assistance and Advocacy): $1,213,500 20%
16 Center for Economic Progress : Annual Report 2008 17 Our Movers Shakers Matching Gifts Stephanie Brown Dale Brutlag Caroline Harney Ellen Harper-Ham Every contribution matters. We would like to thank our community of supporters, who help us get the Adams Street Partners LLC Zenobia Buckley Val Harris Ninette Bush Robineisha Haynes work done and are committed to reimagining a better future for working families. Aon Foundation Gary Bushnell Pam Hays Baxter International Foundation Alva Butenaite Barbara Heffernan BP Foundation Kenya Butts Curtis Helwig Citizens Charitable Foundation Donors David Marzahl and Anne Reusche MB Financial Charitable Foundation Bonnie and Emile Garneau Wendy and Jerry Goldstein CME Foundation JPMorgan Chase Foundation Betty Carmon Vera Carpenter Bland Henderson Sharon Hermes Joann Cecil Cheryl Hernandez $250,000 + Hilda Renteria Amy Gould Kraft Foods Henry Champen Gloria Herrera The Annie E. Casey Foundation Mary and Robert Reusche Pam and Bryan Gruley The John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Gina Chang William Hersh Citi Foundation Robert M. Rudolph Nancy and Donald Hanigan Foundation Shelly Christensen Fred Hicks City of Chicago Seyfarth Shaw LLP Nancy Caroline Harney Morgan Stanley Keylia Clayton Jackie Hilgendorf Illinois Department of Human Services Sun Traders LLC Heather Henneman Northern Trust Mitchell Climons David Hill W. K. Kellogg Foundation Jennifer Tescher and Jonathan Eig Karen Kalichman State Farm Companies Foundation Yvonne Clogston Yuki Hirao The John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Elizabeth and Stephen Krupkin Sherrie Combs Jaclyn Hitchings Foundation $500 – $999 Arwen Lauen Hsiang-Li Ho Zach Conrad The Rockefeller Foundation Raissa and James Allaire Duane Cole and Joseph M. Powers Michael Levy Erica Maslanka In-kind Support Ginger Conroy Clara Hodge John Hodge Regina Cook-Glanton $100,000 – $249,999 Diane Dichter David May Association House Florence Cox Russell Holmgren Bank of America Foundation Kathy and Mark Donahue Barbara and John Morrison Bethel New Life Center Joyce Cox Larsenia Horton Citadel Group Foundation Gregory D. Fields Robert Murphy Bloomington Housing Authority Rita Crim Mike Hoskins Families and Work Institute Steven E. and Susan Aiken Fortier Esther and Steven Portnoy Carver Community Center Teresa Cruz George Huonker Illinois Department of Children and Philip Graff Janene and James Powers Decatur Public Library Sandra Cuffee A.S.M Huq Family Services Mary Ruth Herbers and Todd Dietterle Rebecca Riha Friendship House Eric Dailey Gerard Inguagiato The Joyce Foundation Kathleen and Neal Kulick Brian Rivera Gail Borden Library Edith Dammeyer Carl Jackson U.S. Department of Treasury Marilyn Lillienfeld Melissa Spear Graphix Products Monika David James Jackson Theresia and Robert McKenzie Nancy Stern Harold Washington College Benjamin Davidson Merle Jackson $50,000 – $99,999 Steven J. Morton Chidinma Rosemary Umesegha Harvey Public Library District Martha Davidson Juan Jacome Anonymous Christine and David Murdoch Julia Vaingurt Heartland Community College Carshae Davis Philippe Jean-Louis The Chicago Community Trust Michael Olson David Varnerin Holy Family Immigration Center LaJune Davis Frances Jenkins JPMorgan Chase Foundation Timothy P. Shanahan Cynthia Wells Homan Square Community Center Linda Davis Cynthia Jensen Polk Bros. Foundation Catherine St. Clair Judith Wemhoff Howard Area Community Center George Dewey Steve Jetton SuAnn and Donald Tescher Jodie Winnett Instituto del Progreso Latino Annette Dillard Johnny Johnson $25,000 – $49,999 Karen and James F. Young Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Stephanie Dock Larry Johnson Charter One Foundation $250 – $499 Land of Lincoln Legal Assistance Foundation Kathleen Donahue Anthony Jones Citi Sarah Abella and Jeff Ruby Up to $100 Lincoln Land Community College Jenna Doran Carol Jones Grand Victoria Foundation Meghan Andrews Ivonne Amaro Man-Tra-Con Corp. Madeline Dort Valerie Jones Illinois Department of Revenue Anonymous Anonymous Martin Luther King Center Shelley Dravis Nicole Jurek Office of Lieutenant Governor Pat Quinn Anonymous Ray Boyer McHenry Community College Melody Driver Naveed Karim The Richard H. Driehaus Foundation Ann L. Becker Tyrone W. Burks Mid-Central Community Action Janice Dudley Anne Kasson Steans Family Foundation Jacci Christopher David Earle New Bethel Missionary Baptist Church Margie Duff Mel Katz Sam Coady Jacqueline Ellison Normal Senior Center Mary Dyar Elmer Kaufman $10,000 – $24,999 Bridget Gainer Gerard P. Gangloff North Side Community Federal Credit Union Jim Eberwine Michael Keeley Alphawood Foundation Gina Guillemette AnnaMarie Garrett Northwest Community Center Erik Espinosa Sylvia Kellogg The Community Tax Law Project Christina and Adam Hachikian Cherie and John Hansen Quad Communities Center for Working Alejandro Espinoza Carol Kelly The Field Foundation of Illinois Suzanne and Daniel Kanter Janet and Harry Heifetz Families Sybil Fears Yolunda Kelly Intuit Financial Freedom Foundation Julie Kimmel Joe Hinton SalesForce Greg Fears Jr. Dorothy Kemper Kraft Foods Susan B. and Martin J. Kozak Russell Holmgren Southwestern Illinois WorkNet Center Andy Fergurson Gerald Kerns Lawyers Trust Fund of Illinois Meredith Mack Eliot Klein St. Nicholas of Tolentine School Kirstyn Fields Igor Kholodenko Local Initiatives Support Corporation – Chicago Jeannette Mihalek Faye and Steven Krasner St. Sabina Employment Resource Center Steven Fife Billie Killam National Fund for Enterprise Development Agnes and David Murdoch Mary Elle Limato St. Francis de Sales High School Kerry Fitch Brenda Kirkpatrick State Farm Companies Foundation Dan Nielsen Timothy J. Loughran Teaming 4 Technology Chicago Brian Flynn Kathryn Kohles Washington Mutual Bank Diane J. Rasmussen Winnie Luk Truman College Brian Folkers Kim Kopetsky Katie and Brian Scullion Stephanie Lyon University of St. Francis Bill Forney Stanley Koziol $5,000 – $9,999 Art Sindlinger Dara and Washington Malone Waubonsee Community College Brett Fox John Kozlowski The Chicago Bar Foundation Thomas Matias Emmanuel Gahoua Theodore Krakowski Anne Murdoch and Michael Walker $100 – $249 J. Lynn and Michael P. McMahan Oscar Galvez Faye Krasner Susan Abraham Edeltraut Mucha Jacob G. Schmidlapp Trusts, Fifth Third Bank, Trustee Anonymous O.S. Owen and Maria Jossey Volunteers Frank Gant Mildred Garcia Steven Krasner Tom Krause TCF Bank Lori Azim and Joel Berg Angela Perkins Contributed 36 hours or more Emile Garneau Kathleen Kulick U.S. Bancorp Foundation Richard Babcock Daniel Pettit Delores Garrett Hyacynthia Lanier Joseph Patrick Barrett Constance and Steven Pocock Jennifer Aaron Aileen Geffs Heidi Lau $2,500 – $4,999 Sarah Brotherton Catherine Ro Danielle Aeschbacher Wanda Gentry Ed Leidecker National Disability Institute Matt Carlson Anthony Rothert Charles Ahlenius Mary Geoghegan Gerardo Leon Discover Financial Services Robert Castaneda Maureen and John Savage Bruce Aiello Joseph Gerharz Cindi Lexow Milorad Cupic Erika Schafer and David Sacks Denise Almaraz Christy Geving Linda Little $1,000 – $2,499 Arnold Davis Sarah Spear Mauro Amoroso Mary Gharrity Ed Livingston Anonymous Katherine Davis Heather Tammelleo Jeff Anderson Bill Gibbs Jessica Lopez Robert Davis Philip Dunn Kenneth Towers Jose Anguiano Ewelina Giera Carole Macias IBM Foundation Phyllis and David Eig BarBaretta West Patricia Arias Gay Michele Glenn Rose Marie Mack Kirkland Ellis Foundation Michael Evangelist and Kathryn Thornton Sarah Atkinson Michael Glennon Richard Madinger Dr. Nicol Lee and Rev. Keith Russell Lee Teri Ford and Kevin Quintin Maria Luisa Aviles Margaret Glynn Dan Malone Richard Bail Della Gray Leslie Malz Charles Baird Dorothy Gray Emmanuel Mandujano Chris Baird Beverly Green Jeffrey Marinier Maria Barrera Saundra Green Shirley Marrs Bill Bartley Diane Gregart Danielle Martin Denise Bauch Myrna Guadarrama Debra Martin Elbie Baughman Plan Your Legacy Glennetta Bell Stephen Berenson LaTwanda Guyton Catherine Haener Luis Martinez Susana Martinez Audrey Hagenow Michael Marvin We are delighted to announce that we received our very first planned gift in 2008! A long-time supporter Jim Bertolet Brian Hain Frederick Mason Antonino Bondi and volunteer of the Center is leaving a legacy in the form of a planned gift. Although immediate cash gifts Sharon Haji Mkanga David Mattingly Leticia Bonsu are essential to keeping our programs running, this gift will help us anticipate and plan for future program Josephine Hall Susan McCartney Ramona Boston Dick Halverson Candace McCarty growth. This type of planning is necessary to ensure the continuity in the services we are able to provide Jean Bracken Pat Halverson Kevin McGee Paul Brinkman to hard-working, low-income families in Illinois. For information about planned gifts, call (312) 630-0277. Shawne Hammonds Lynn McMahan Michelle Brooks Donald Hanigan Keva McNeal Sarah Brotherton
18 Ten ways you can Pamela McNichols Tammy Stewart-Young Austan Goolsbee Charles McPhail Scarlet Stith Ed Jacob Mariaelena Menjivar-Diaz Denise Story Anne Ladky Matthew Mikkelsen Shiloh Strouse Norma Lauder Adam Miller Michelle Summers Marilyn Lillienfeld Gerlanda Miller Larry Tacker Annika Little Sarita Molina Guy Talla Paul Lopez make life less taxing Richard Morris Irene Tan Bob McKenzie Robert Murphy Cindy Tarpo Val McWilliams June Murray Mary Tavares Evan Migdail Steve Neumann Korey Taylor Mike O’Connor Harry Nevlin Jim Tezak The Honorable Stephanie Neely JoAnne Nudelman Lisu Thachet Carlos Nelson for working families Mary Henry Nwabueze Charles Thoma Jennifer Phillips Zvonko Olear Judy Thomas Juan Salgado David Olson Jane Thompson Whitney Smith Jorge Ovalle Robin Thompson Bernie Wilson Bing Owens Elvia Torres Jodie Winnett Larry Owens Chamala Travis Janet Paddock Lilia Trejo Staff Debra Palmquist Tracy Trello David Marzahl, Executive Director Sindi Palomino Carol Tuck Raissa Allaire Leann Papineau Dylan Tuttle Nicole Camboni Yesenia Paredes Graziella Umlauf Joanne Capparelli Dharmendra Patel Monica Urban Duane Cole Ronnie Patterson Stephen Paul Nishar Vahora Brad Van Thorre Jackie Lynn Coleman Jacci Christopher 1. Review your own budget 6. Teach others Sage Paulin Brad Vandermoon Barbara DelBene David Payne David Varnerin Michael Evangelist Taking a look at your own finances can Start a discussion about money with Maria S. Perez Jim Waddell Kamilah Exum Elizabeth Pichardo Bobbie Wadsworth Greg Fields give you a new appreciation for the your family. Talk about your financial Betty Pilchard Rachelle Plante Jennifer Wagner Gene Waid April Friend Larry Garner struggles working families face today. goals and make a plan to achieve them. Donna Prince Vince Waller Christopher Gorman Barry Pritchard Huamin Wang Michael Green Elizabeth Pritchard Zephree Pugh Kay Wannamaker Clara Ward Mary Ruth Herbers Joe Hinton 2. Volunteer 7. Team up Thomas Pulver Dan Rachke DeAngela Washington Ralph Weiland Eliot Klein Erica Maslanka Join a cause you believe in and impact Talk to your friends about financial Max Ramos Kwanrak Weraarchakul Jeannette Mihalek your community. Check out the equality. Tell them why you care—and Roger Randolph Logan West Lucy Mullany Jean Rathgeb Dan Wexler Jonathan Njus Center’s volunteer opportunities at why they should, too. Andre Reed Mary White Ray Olszewski Betty Reid-Williams Jean Wiggins O.S. Owen Vincent Reinhardt Catherine Wilcoxson Rolando Palacios www.economicprogress.org Roxanne Reyes Ernestine Ridgnal Lynn Williams Mark Williams Angela Perkins Sara Reschly 8. Network Andy Roberson Dave Rock Minnie Williams Roland Wright Reginald Riddle Rebecca Riha 3. Donate Check out the Center’s Facebook cause at Artemio Rodriguez Rony Youkhana Brian Rivera George Roeper Martin Zeidman Catherine Ro Support organizations that help www.causes.com/economicprogress Sarai Roman-Mattila Hanbin Zhou Sonia Salazar Del Real Joe Rose Carmen Sanchez families get ahead. Donations to 501(c)(3) to meet others who share your views. David Rosenbloom Erika Schafer nonprofits like the Center are tax Victoria Ruppert Our Organization Melissa Spear Brittanie Russell Catherine St. Clair deductible, too! 9. Call your legislator Rod Ryner Board of Directors Scott Kane Stukel Neil Sallee Executive Committee Cheryl Travers Donna Samuels Nicol Turner- Lee, Ph.D., President Jose Valdez Let them know your feelings about Sarah Sandusky Ronald Sanko Anne Murdoch, Vice President Don Wedd M.C. Williams 4. Vote predatory lending and that you want Dan Nielsen, Secretary Maureen Savage Raymond Schollenbruch Hilda Renteria, CPA, Treasurer It’s the surest way to make your every family to have an equal Mary Scholten Members thoughts heard. opportunity to get ahead. Art Schueneman Bob Castaneda Guadalupe Segura Bridget Gainer Norma Shaffer Annual Report 2008 Gina Guillemette Laura Shansey Monica Sheppard Christina Hachikian This publication was produced by the Center’s Marketing Development Department. 5. Be choosy 10. Use the tools you’ve got Jerry Jones Philip Shrake Kimbriell Kelly Editor David Marzahl Why spend your hard-earned money Nowadays it’s easier than ever to support John Shum Jr. Brendan Lynch Iftikhar Siddiqui Nicole Martinez Project Manager Raissa Allaire at businesses that don’t pay a living causes you care about. Try using Richard Silverman Michelle Ringold Laura Simms Robert Rudolph wage? Look online before you shop! GoodSearch when searching online— Verneta Simon Principal Writer Melissa Spear Tim Shanahan Henry Sinclair Carol Sissac Daniel Sprehe Additional Data they’ll make a donation to our cause David Stott Nicole Camboni Harold Smith Inez Smith Harlan Teller Eliot Klein every time you use it! Jennifer Tescher Jennifer Smith Erica Maslanka Thomas Wuellner, Ex Officio Kelly Smith Jeannette Mihalek Petrinella Sowell Angela Perkins Policy Advisory Committee Vicki Spiller Lily Batchelder Steve Stahl Design Karen Gibson Alan Berube Annissa Stanley Gregg Brown Mollie Starke Photography Images on pages 6,8,9 Malcolm Bush Anita Stenzel © 2009 Eric Young Smith/SmittyImage Karen Chan George Sterling Michael Frias John Stevens Copyright © 2009 Bridget Gainer Donald Stewart Center for Economic Progress Jerry Goldstein
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2008 Annual Report For Center For Economic Progress

  • 1.
    RE imagine Center forEconomic Progress 2008 Annual Report
  • 2.
    reth inking crisis Dark times face us. The current economic crisis is subjecting many Americans to insecurity and poverty. Anxiety and worry have become an everyday part of the lives of working families — especially those with limited incomes. But just as the Great Depression provided a backdrop for enormous change, this crisis, too, offers a historic opportunity for transformation— to reflect on and rethink the way we do things. To question our assumptions. To reimagine our work. To address the challenge before us. What’s needed is nothing short of bold and sweeping change— on Capitol Hill, at the kitchen table and in our tax and financial systems. We need solutions, not band-aids, that can help all Americans provide for their families and succeed in our 21st century economy. Smart public policies will be important, but the government can’t change this situation alone. It’s up to all of us to roll up our sleeves, take a sobering look at what we can do and get our hands dirty. America is still the land of opportunity— even in these tough times— but we must decide. . What changes are needed to improve current conditions for all? These are historic financial times— what is our part in the story?
  • 3.
    4 Remaking CEP Starting in2008, we began to rethink how we could best share our passion and commitment to making financial security a reality for all Americans. Our new identity represents how we will work to achieve greater impact and inspire others to join our cause. We are expanding our financial services Operating the largest and most established free tax preparation program in Chicago and Illinois, we connect families to free, year-round financial services that help them make economic progress. O ne-on-one financial coaching B enefits screenings at the workplace F inancial aid assistance for low-income and first-generation students We are local in service, national in voice What we learn on the ground, we translate into best practices in the field and workable policy solutions at the federal and state levels. We find the solutions that work. Retelling our story Our vision We envision an America of shared prosperity, where all working families can access the financial opportunities they need to succeed. Our mission We help hard-working, low-income families move from financial uncertainty to financial security. Our tagline Working Solutions for Working Families How we achieve our mission We provide trusted tax and financial counseling, giving Illinois families the tools to make sound choices. W e lead a national coalition of organizations that promote economic progress for low-wage workers and their families. W e advance policies and practices to create a financial system that works for all.
  • 4.
    Center for EconomicProgress : Annual Report 2008 7 to basics back payments Pay the rent, pay the bills, take the kids to a movie—most paychecks don’t go much further than that anymore. In good times, it felt like they didn’t have to— we had enough to squeak by, and then some. But the American Dream can’t be built on a mountain of debt and people can’t get ahead when, at the end of every month, they’re falling behind. Within this economic crisis and this spiraling culture of debt, though, lies an opportunity for debate, reflection and action. We all have a chance to rethink financial security in ways that weren’t possible before. At the Center, our new financial services department pushes us in that direction. Maurice highlights the potential impact our financial services can make. A father of three, Maurice learned about our services through our workplace program. He met with one of our counselors who helped him apply for benefits to cover heating bills, review his credit report and devise a budget and debt repayment plan. Rather than dig deeper into debt, Maurice learned about the fundamentals needed to start moving forward. After all, you can’t get ahead if you don’t know how. rede fining security
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    8 Center for Economic Progress : Annual Report 2008 9 my may day Taxes are at the core of American life—the cost of our democracy. Each year, The average family we serve receives $1,700 back at tax time—likely the largest we pay them with a collective sigh, eager to forget the matter until next year. lump sum they’ll see all year and their best opportunity to start getting But where many see a burden, we see an opportunity to usher in a new era ahead. Last year alone, 1,000 opened bank accounts right at our tax sites and in the American economy—one where Americans save and invest. more than 350 purchased savings bonds, giving them a path out of the cycle of debt and moving them towards solid financial ground. More than at any other time, tax time is “the time” for an annual financial check-up. See where you’re at, set goals, make a plan and use the tax refund $45 million back into the pockets of nearly 32,000 as a down payment on the future. families, Saving $5 million in tax preparation fees reworking tax time
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    10 progress more need If the economy taught us anything in 2008, it’s this—more isn’t always better. More debt, more risks, more financial challenges—enough is enough. In these lean times, we must rethink what it means to have more—we must reach out to others and define success together. By bringing together committed and diverse groups of community leaders and experts in the tax preparation field, the Center is taking its on-the-ground experience to the next level and making an impact nationwide. Our regional summits held in Tennessee and Arizona, attended by hundreds, served as a catalyst for local leaders to work together to achieve more. For example, our Memphis summit, acted as a springboard for groups across Florida to create a first-ever state action plan that launched the Florida Financial Partnership—addressing the everyday financial needs of families all across that state. Through our national work, we promote best practices and encourage collaboration to shape and grow the tax and financial services field. Together, we can do more. revitalizing the field
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    Center for EconomicProgress : Annual Report 2008 13 families moving agendas forward Perhaps not since the Great Depression have we all been faced with such a perfect storm of market failures, broken systems and bad policies. These are big problems that must be met with equally great resolve. In these historic times, we must be prepared not just to think big, but to act big. Through the Center’s national arm, the National Community Tax Coalition, we work to build an economy that works for all Americans. Representing more than 700 organizations nationwide, the Coalition serves one million low-income working families during tax time and recruits tens of thousands of volunteers each year. In 2008, we activated our national network to successfully make the Child Tax Credit available to very low-income families. Passed in October 2008, the legislation benefited parents of 13 million children. That same year, with our energized network of activists, we began building a strong grassroots movement on important issues related to financial security and consumer protection. E-mail alerts and online trainings tell our members exactly how to take action on key issues. We bring the needs of low-income families to the table of policymakers, all while building our growing group of activists who are committed to tax fairness mmitting and advancing financial security for all families. reco to change
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    Center for EconomicProgress : Annual Report 2008 15 our pocketbook reimagining Income Foundations, Government: Donated Services, Corporations $1,296,851 Materials Today, everywhere you look it seems there’s a heavy heart. Individuals: $3,252,636 21% Facilities: $1,307,959 The sting of tough times is fresh and everyone has had to forego 52% 21% something. Contractual Services Interest Other Income: Fees: $17,253 Total Income: $6,197,955 $323,256 1% 5% Here at the Center, though, we believe that success comes only with sacrifice. Despite the hardships we face today, we cannot forego the incredible opportunity we have now to create a better tomorrow. Perhaps once in a generation, we have Expenses a chance to redefine, rework and reimagine— to remake an America in which we all have a real opportunity to succeed. Now is our chance. Focusing on the pocketbook issues of working families, we at Local Programs (Tax and Financial Fundraising: $442,064 the Center, are committed to keeping our eye on the future, Services): $3,517,265 8% 60% rolling up our sleeves and getting this work done, even as we Management General: all walk on shaky ground. $691,500 12% Total Expenses: $5,864,329 National Programs (Coalition, Technical Assistance and Advocacy): $1,213,500 20%
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    16 Center for Economic Progress : Annual Report 2008 17 Our Movers Shakers Matching Gifts Stephanie Brown Dale Brutlag Caroline Harney Ellen Harper-Ham Every contribution matters. We would like to thank our community of supporters, who help us get the Adams Street Partners LLC Zenobia Buckley Val Harris Ninette Bush Robineisha Haynes work done and are committed to reimagining a better future for working families. Aon Foundation Gary Bushnell Pam Hays Baxter International Foundation Alva Butenaite Barbara Heffernan BP Foundation Kenya Butts Curtis Helwig Citizens Charitable Foundation Donors David Marzahl and Anne Reusche MB Financial Charitable Foundation Bonnie and Emile Garneau Wendy and Jerry Goldstein CME Foundation JPMorgan Chase Foundation Betty Carmon Vera Carpenter Bland Henderson Sharon Hermes Joann Cecil Cheryl Hernandez $250,000 + Hilda Renteria Amy Gould Kraft Foods Henry Champen Gloria Herrera The Annie E. 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Keith Russell Lee Teri Ford and Kevin Quintin Maria Luisa Aviles Margaret Glynn Dan Malone Richard Bail Della Gray Leslie Malz Charles Baird Dorothy Gray Emmanuel Mandujano Chris Baird Beverly Green Jeffrey Marinier Maria Barrera Saundra Green Shirley Marrs Bill Bartley Diane Gregart Danielle Martin Denise Bauch Myrna Guadarrama Debra Martin Elbie Baughman Plan Your Legacy Glennetta Bell Stephen Berenson LaTwanda Guyton Catherine Haener Luis Martinez Susana Martinez Audrey Hagenow Michael Marvin We are delighted to announce that we received our very first planned gift in 2008! A long-time supporter Jim Bertolet Brian Hain Frederick Mason Antonino Bondi and volunteer of the Center is leaving a legacy in the form of a planned gift. Although immediate cash gifts Sharon Haji Mkanga David Mattingly Leticia Bonsu are essential to keeping our programs running, this gift will help us anticipate and plan for future program Josephine Hall Susan McCartney Ramona Boston Dick Halverson Candace McCarty growth. This type of planning is necessary to ensure the continuity in the services we are able to provide Jean Bracken Pat Halverson Kevin McGee Paul Brinkman to hard-working, low-income families in Illinois. For information about planned gifts, call (312) 630-0277. Shawne Hammonds Lynn McMahan Michelle Brooks Donald Hanigan Keva McNeal Sarah Brotherton
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    18 Ten ways you can Pamela McNichols Tammy Stewart-Young Austan Goolsbee Charles McPhail Scarlet Stith Ed Jacob Mariaelena Menjivar-Diaz Denise Story Anne Ladky Matthew Mikkelsen Shiloh Strouse Norma Lauder Adam Miller Michelle Summers Marilyn Lillienfeld Gerlanda Miller Larry Tacker Annika Little Sarita Molina Guy Talla Paul Lopez make life less taxing Richard Morris Irene Tan Bob McKenzie Robert Murphy Cindy Tarpo Val McWilliams June Murray Mary Tavares Evan Migdail Steve Neumann Korey Taylor Mike O’Connor Harry Nevlin Jim Tezak The Honorable Stephanie Neely JoAnne Nudelman Lisu Thachet Carlos Nelson for working families Mary Henry Nwabueze Charles Thoma Jennifer Phillips Zvonko Olear Judy Thomas Juan Salgado David Olson Jane Thompson Whitney Smith Jorge Ovalle Robin Thompson Bernie Wilson Bing Owens Elvia Torres Jodie Winnett Larry Owens Chamala Travis Janet Paddock Lilia Trejo Staff Debra Palmquist Tracy Trello David Marzahl, Executive Director Sindi Palomino Carol Tuck Raissa Allaire Leann Papineau Dylan Tuttle Nicole Camboni Yesenia Paredes Graziella Umlauf Joanne Capparelli Dharmendra Patel Monica Urban Duane Cole Ronnie Patterson Stephen Paul Nishar Vahora Brad Van Thorre Jackie Lynn Coleman Jacci Christopher 1. 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