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    CATHOLIC CHARITIES OF THE DIOCESE OF LEXINGTON INC
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    CATHOLIC CHARITIES OF THE DIOCESE OF LEXINGTON INC
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    501(c)(3) organization
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    cdlex.org/catholiccharities/
    1310 W MAIN ST LEXINGTON KY 40508-2048

    LEXINGTON KY | IRS ruling year: 1946 | EIN: 61-1138597  
    An EIN is a unique nine-digit number that identifies a business for tax purposes.
    An EIN is a unique nine-digit number that identifies a business for tax purposes.
     
     

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    Rating Report

    Leadership & Adaptability
    Score

    100

    This beacon provides an assessment of the organization's leadership capacity, strategic thinking and planning, and ability to innovate or respond to changes in constituent demand/need or other relevant social and economic conditions to achieve the organization's mission.
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    Strategy

    40 out of 40 points

    Full Credit
    Partial Credit
    No Credit
    Mission Statement
    10 out of 10 points
    The nonprofit organization presents evidence of strategic thinking through articulating the organization's mission.
    The mission of Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Lexington, Inc. is to serve, equip, and empower individuals, families, and communities entrusted to us by God with the call to "love your neighbor".
    Vision Statement
    10 out of 10 points
    The nonprofit organization presents evidence of strategic thinking through articulating the organization's vision.
    To improve the quality of life of those we serve and to provide support and services that meet the physical, mental, and spiritual needs of individuals and families living in central and eastern KY.
    Strategic Goals
    20 out of 20 points
    The nonprofit organization presents evidence of strategic thinking and goal setting through sharing their most important strategic goals.
    Goal One: We served 250 people in 2022 and 580 people in 2023. We are hoping to increase this number to 650 in 2024 and to 800 by 2028.
    Goal Two: By 2028, we hope to have 1 regional office, 7 parishes actively involved in our parish outreach program, and 5 community gardens providing food for those in need.
    Goal Three: Hire a Development Director and increasing annual giving, major gifts, and create related items such as an annual report, newsletter, giving levels, donor packet, yearly event, etc.

    Leadership

    30 out of 30 points

    Full Credit
    Partial Credit
    No Credit
    Investment in Leadership Development
    15 out of 15 points
    The nonprofit provides evidence of investment in leadership development.
    All staff attended a Disaster Services Training held by Catholic Charities USA in 2023. All staff are encouraged to regularly participate various webinars and trainings held by Catholic Charities USA, Candid, and local organizations.
    External Focus on Mobilizing Mission
    15 out of 15 points
    The nonprofit provides evidence of leadership through focusing externally and mobilizing resources for the mission.
    • Strategic Partnerships
    • Collaborative Engagement
    • Social Promotion
    • Public Policy Advocacy

    Adaptability

    30 out of 30 points

    Full Credit
    Partial Credit
    No Credit
    Adaptability Practices
    30 out of 30 points
    The nonprofit has an opportunity to tell the story of how the organization adapted to tremendous external changes in the last year
    We started out as primarily an adoption agency in 1988 and then moved to social services. We have pivoted based on the needs of the communities we serve and as of the last couple years, no longer offer adoption services. We are currently in the process of expanding our programs and staff. Our Executive Director started January 2023 and we were able to hire an Administrative Assistant January 2024. We are excited to continue improving and meet the needs of the communities we serve better.