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Program Statistics

Since 1973, Cradle of Hope has provided over $3,000,000 to more than 16,000 women and their babies.  In 2008, 90% of all applications for financial assistance were approved.

Cradle of Hope assists women regardless of their marital status, race, source of income, religion, or age. To support its grants program, Cradle of Hope receives contributions from individuals, organizations and foundations.

Total # of Women who applied in  2008
 1,452
Number of Grants Approved 1,307
Total Assistance Granted $331,328
Additional Program Related Expenses $20,119

Profile of Women Receiving Assistance
Ages of Women Served
Under 19 years  7%
19-25 years  45%
26 Years and up 48%
 
Marital Status of Women Served
Single 71%
Married 22%
Divorced 5%
Separated 2%
 
Minnesota County of Residence
Hennepin 30%
Ramsey 29%
Dakota
 12%
Remaining Metro
 11%
Greater MN
 18%
 
Grant Purposes

In 2007, Cradle of Hope approved grants for these maternity-related needs:

Housing $236,136
Cribs/Baby Items
 $72,770
Transportation $4,549
Utilities $1,950
Medical $1,506
Other $4,138
Total $331,328

* "Other" includes utilities, child care, clothing and food

Housing and cribs are partially funded by
the MN Positive Alternatives Program.
 
Financial Information
January 1 - December 31, 2008
(Unaudited)
Revenue
Donations $132,147
Concerts/Events $54,770
Grants/Foundations $239,798
Investment Earnings
 $3,727
Total $430,442
 
Expenses
Program* $351,168
Fundraising /Development $65,963
Administrative Costs $34,142
Total $451,273
   
Excess of Expenses
 $20,829
*Grants to Women $331,328
Other Program Expenses $20,119