P L A N T O T H R I V E

Michael L. Chaido

President, Board of Directors

Darlene J. Bigler

Chief Executive Officer

Friends,

We recently announced that Community Action Southwest has changed its name to Blueprints.

After 53 years of service to our community, we set out to rebrand our agency in order to increase

awareness of our good work by making our message clearer and

simpler. We wanted to create a consistent message across our many programs; one that will

grow with us and is flexible as we embark upon the future. Most importantly we wanted our

brand to clearly communicate what we do – equip and educate people to improve their lives.

We also sought to clarify misconceptions. Many in our community still believe we are a

governmental agency, which we are not of course, although we do receive much of our support

from government grants. The “southwest” part of our name was confusing, particularly now that

we’ve expanded some of our services into West Virginia. And our old logo – depicting a traditional

family, no longer represented the majority of the people we serve today.

Our new name and brand are the result of an exhaustive process involving our staff, board of

directors and stakeholders. Our new name, Blueprints, symbolizes the role we play in the futures

of our clients and the community. With our help, our clients can work toward a new master plan

for their lives, regardless of which program or service they need. Our new logo, a heart made of

thumbprints, reflects that each client is unique, as is the plan we craft together to “break barriers

and build futures.”

Our secondary tagline “powered by community action” reflects our identity as a community

action agency and our pride in our history and the national network of community action

agencies. Moreover, it reflects one of our greatest strengths – the ability to engage the

community at all levels in developing local solutions to local issues.

To simplify the description of our many programs, we’ve adopted four pillars – Mind, Home,

Health and Wallet to help illustrate and define our programs. Together with our new name and

logo, the pillars help us tell our story as a change agency that inspires people to help themselves.

We invite you to experience the spirit and energy of our new brand! Visit our website

www.myblueprints.org, advocate for our mission, join us at our events and encourage others to

make a difference.

To serve as the to the resources of the entire community to families and individuals in our service area to the , ,

and to become .

Ms. Deanna D. Comfort, Getting Ahead Class

Rev. James Cherry, Greene Co. Senior Centers

Ms. Donna Kincaid, Head Start Policy Council

Mr. Mark Taylor, Getting Ahead Class

Mr. Richard Burgess, Past Head Start Parent

Ms. Lugene Calderone, University of Pittsburgh

Mr. Michael Chaido, Washington Financial Bank

Mrs. Deborah Takach, Washington Financial Bank

Mr. Brook Ward, Washington Health System

Mr. Brian Uplinger, Central Greene School District

Hon. Michael J. Lucas, Court of Common Pleas

Comm. Larry Maggi, Washington Co. Commissioner

Comm. Harlan Shober, Washington Co. Commissioner

Mr. Scott Slagle, representing Comm. Diana Irey Vaughan, Washington Co. Commissioner

Comm. Blair Zimmerman, Greene Co. Commissioner

Donna Furnier, one of Blueprints’ former board members, sadly passed away this year. Ms. Furnier was a

tireless advocate for children and families and a strong supporter of the agency. She will be greatly

missed by our organization and our community.

Blueprints Head Start presented at the PA Education Summit.

Blueprints ‘ Staff Member,

Irene Keirsbilck, recognized as Staff Person of the Year by the Community Action Association of Pennsylvania.

Blueprints launched its Little Free Library Project. Fourteen LFLs have been placed throughout Washington and Greene Counties. Mr. McFeely, from Mr. Rogers Neighborhood fame, attended the inaugural ribbon cutting.

Blueprints and the Southwestern PA Area Agency on Aging hosted a volunteer luncheon to celebrate the 271 volunteers that donated their time to our aging programs.

Blueprints received the Innovative Program of the Year Award, presented by the Community Action Association of Pennsylvania (CAAP). Blueprints partnered with Jefferson-Morgan School District this past year on an initiative called Community Innovation Zones.

Blueprints and the Redevelopment Authority of the County of Washington hosted a Ribbon Cutting and Open House at the Maple Terrace Head Start to celebrate the completion of the center’s parking lot improvement project.

WIC’s Carnival of Colors was a great success! Participants learned about health, nutrition and resources in the community.

Here are some photos from one of our adoptions consummated in 2016! Congratulations to the happy family.

GETTING AHEAD

GETTING AHEAD WHILE GETTING OUT

OMBUDSMAN PROGRAM

HEAD START POLICY COUNCIL

VOTER REGISTRATION

LEGISLATIVE BREAKFAST

Our 16-week course helps participants understand

the impact of their personal situation in poverty,

develop resources and create goal plans to build a

better financial future.

We work with incarcerated women pre-release

and follow through with long-term support using

the “Getting Ahead While Getting Out”

curriculum.

Our “citizen representatives” advocate for

residents in nursing, personal care or domiciliary

care homes and act on behalf of older adults

who have issues concerning their long-term care

services.

We ensure all voices in our communities are

heard through direct action. We help people

exercise their right and responsibility to choose

our leaders and change our laws.

Dedicated Head Start representatives and parents

work in partnership with staff to make decisions

about policies, programs and procedures that

affect the future of our community.

We lead a discussion with local and state

political representatives on the most pressing

issues in our communities. We inform lawmakers

of the critical needs regarding our clients.

We are committed to breaking barriers and building futures through personal success

and community progress.

From ABCs to GEDs—we give them a head start that counts.

779 families served by Early Head Start and Head Start

325 children served by Pre-K Counts

100% of children served met eligibility requirements

100% enrollment maintained throughout the year

91% of children met or exceeded school readiness expectations

86% of children received immunizations throughout the year

87% of children were up to date on their immunizations

80% of children were up to date on dental exams

100% of children received dental screenings &preventative dental care

85% received physical exams

EARLY HEAD START, HEAD START and PA PRE-K COUNTS

Our federally and state funded preschool education programs are

designed to help low and moderate income families and their children

(ages 0-5) achieve greater levels of self-reliance.

ADULT EDUCATION/POSTSECONDARY TRANSITIONS Adults receive education and guidance to strengthen their financial well-being.

37 adults obtained GED credential | 51 adults transitioned to strengthen their financial future

TIPP (TRUANCY PREVENTION INTERVENTION PROGRAM) We ensure students complete their education with the support they need to strengthen their futures.

1,411 students participated | 94% resolved truancy issues

AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM At-risk youth learn coping and life skills to support family stability.

51 students served | 86% improved grades 93% achieved/maintained housing stability | 96% had no instances of criminality

54 people purchased their first home

184 homeowners avoided foreclosures

223 households received emergency assistance to avoid homelessness

From safety for kids to stability for families, our services help families break barriers and build futures.

HOME OWNERSHIP CENTER We help potential homeowners of all income levels. Participants can become a homeowner,

repair credit or obtain foreclosure assistance. Our programs help those who are homeless,

near homeless or unable to pay their utilities.

“We definitely learned along the way that belonging to an agency makes things a lot easier. It wasn’t easy for us, but when it’s hard, you just think of all the kids that need help.“

Kayla and Renee Conneway, Blueprints Adoptive Parents

33 adoptions | 40 families reunified

31 achieved permanent legal custody

217 children served | 99% achieved housing stability

96% graduated high school or obtained GED

FOSTER CARE AND ADOPTION We provide support services to children and families in need to establish safe, loving homes.

Foster care connects children with community

members and nurturing homes. Kinship care

places children with relatives within the family.

Treatment Foster Care surrounds youth with

severe behavioral, emotional, or mental health

needs. When reunification is not possible,

Adoption creates safe, secure, permanent

homes.

453 children placed in foster care

255 children served in Pennsylvania

198 children served in West Virginia

86% placed with relatives in kinship care

3 children placed in WV Treatment Foster Care

INDEPENDENT/TRANSITIONAL LIVING Children who are nearing or have recently aged out of foster care participate in training and gain

resources so they can attain and maintain a healthy self-reliance.

6,639 mothers and children served

$2.4 million WIC vouchers spent in 21 local grocery stores

8,975 referrals made from WIC to other support services

90% of Head Start children are using WIC

From health checks to healthy greens and grains, we help our neighbors stay active and strong from cradle to gray.

“It’s so fulfilling to see the positive changes our families are able to make to improve their health because of this program.“

Chandra S., Blueprints WIC Staff Member

Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Our services increase the probability of positive birth outcomes and improve the health of

participants through critical stages of growth and development.

1,311 older adults served this year

336 older adults received ongoing care management services to remain independent in their homes

44,423 meals delivered to older adults

271 volunteers contributed 20,374 hours

“I enjoy all of the fellowship and the lunches are so good.“

Kathleen R. , Blueprints Client

“The meals have made a big difference. I couldn’t afford to buy much food, so before I just went without.“

Dorothy M., Blueprints Client

SENIOR CARE MANAGEMENT/COMMUNITY CENTERS We support our senior population to age gracefully, independently, and safely.

“I truly appreciate everything the Work Ready program and the people working for it have done for me. For so long I felt so stuck. But now I am a GED graduate, have my driver’s license, my daughter’s enrolled in daycare and I have the means to accomplish my goals and better my life for my children.“”

Susan B., Blueprints Client

From budget basics to saving strategies, we help our neighbors thrive.

FINANCIAL EMPOWERMENT CENTER We help clients gain employment, advance education,

and acquire assets to achieve greater self-sufficiency

50 people opened matched savings accounts to acquire homes, continue their education, or to help start/expand a small businesses

19 people acquired their matched savings account asset 449 people received financial education/repaired their credit 214 placed in employment

154 high school students with disabilities placed in work based learning experiences with area employers 72 completed 90 hours of employment 82 working towards 90 hours of employment

523 tax returns prepared and e-filed for free $776,690 in federal refunds 236 eligible for Earned Income Tax Credits

$15,199 was the average adjusted gross income of households served 24 volunteers helped prepare the returns

WORK BASED LEARNING EXPERIENCES We give high school students with disabilities

educational opportunities by connecting them

to local businesses.

VOLUNTEER INCOME TAX ASSISTANCE (VITA) We offer free tax return preparation and

e-filing by IRS trained volunteers.

The statement of financial position and related financial statements were audited by Guthrie, Belczyk & Associates, LLC. The auditor’s report was an unqualified opinion, and there were no significant deficiencies or material weaknesses in internal control and no instances of non-compliance. The Federal Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families (ACF), last conducted an on-site monitoring review of the Blueprints Head Start and Early Head Start programs in November 2013. There were no instances of material weakness, and it was determined that both programs were in compliance with all applicable Head Start Program Performance standard laws, regulations and policy requirements.

HS/EHS parents are encouraged to assume leadership positions in shared governance by participating in Policy Council and parent

committees. Parents are engaged in their child’s learning, volunteer in the classroom, and participate in self-sufficiency-based

programming. Opportunities are available for parents to work on employment/career development, skill building, asset development

and post-secondary educational pursuits. Ongoing professional development opportunities are provided for staff to learn about and

implement the latest best practices for engaging parents, families and communities to be able to support the development and

learning of young children.

Head Start Parent Engagement

BUDGET ACTUAL

Personnel $2,566,363.00 $2,557,714.91

Fringe Benefits $1,066,493.00 $1,064,227.76

Travel $43,550.00 $47,105.76

Equipment $24,034.00 $25,364.05

Supplies $156,064.00 $154,408.60

Contractual $252,249.00 $246,480.61

Other $510,419.00 $503,226.27

Indirect Costs $460,441.00 $481,085.04

In-kind $1,269,903.25 $1,269,903.25

$6,349,516.25 $ 6,349,516.25

BUDGET ACTUAL

Personnel $428,916.00 $424,610.66

Fringe Benefits $133,913.00 $134,940.70

Travel $6,650.00 $10,248.74

Supplies $26,314.00 $25,586.15

Contractual $25,334.00 $22,655.39

Other $62,141.00 $60,821.93

Indirect Costs $67,133.00 $71,537.43

In-kind $187,600.25 $187,600.25

$938,001.25 $938,001.25

As part of an ongoing process for program improvement, Blueprints completes an annual comprehensive community assessment to determine child and program needs, and identify long range plans for the program. The need for Head Start and Early Head Start services continues, as there are more than 2100 children in Washington/Greene Counties under the age of 5 and living in poverty; 255 children were on the wait list for services in 2016. Integral to the assessment is the parent survey, which enables the recipients of our services to identify the most significant issues they encounter. Responses included employment, economic security, financial literacy and housing related problems. This information is critical to internal program enhancements and referrals generated to Blueprints programs and partner agencies.

Head Start Federal Review and Financial Audit

Head Start Expenditures Early Head Start Expenditures

Head Start Community Assessment Summary

July 1, 2015 — June 30, 2016 July 1, 2015 — June 30, 2016

Government Grants $ 3,361,510

Dept. of Health & Human Services-Head Start $ 5,079,613

Dept. of Health & Human Services-Early Head Start $ 750,401

Pa Dept. of Education-Pre K $ 2,494,000

Pa Dept. of Education-State Funded Head Start $ 924,704

U.S. Dept. of Agriculture-Head Start-CACFP $ 268,591

Foster Care and Related Services $ 5,614,599

Program Service Fees $ 403,801

In Kind Contributions $ 294,169

Investments $ 21,375

United Way of Washington County $ 97,066

Fundraising & Miscellaneous Income $172,672

Head Start Educational Services $ 5,079,613

Early Head Start Educational Services $ 750,401

Pre K Educational Services $ 2,494,000

State Funded Head Start Educational Services $ 924,704

Head Start CCFP Services $ 268,591

Other Educational Services $ 24,152

Program Implementation $ 7,602,849

Fundraising $ 47,970

Management & General $ 1,980,693

Total Use of Funds $19,172,973

Total Source of Funds $19,482,501

Assets Liabilities & Net Assets

Current Assets: Current Liabilities:

Cash and Cash equivalents $3,350,101 Accounts Payable $741,676

Grants and Fees Receivable $1,665,746 Accrued and Withheld Expenses $637,290

Receivables from Related Entities $23,739 Deferred Revenue $397,443

Prepaid Expenses $184,596

Current Portion of Notes Receivable $40,273

Inventory $40,700

Total Current Assets $5,305,155 Total Liabilities $1,776,409

Non-Current Assets: Undesignated $6,419,730

Endowments $28,478 Permanently Restricted $28,478

Notes Receivable $290,352

Property and Equipment $2,600,632

Total Non-Current Assets $2,919,462 Total Net Assets $6,448,208

Total Assets $8,224,617 Total Liabilities and Net Assets $8,224,617

June 30, 2016

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Washington County

150 West Beau St., Ste. 304, Washington, PA 15301 (HQ)

365 Jefferson Ave., Washington, PA 15301

Greene County

58 East Greene St., Waynesburg, PA 15370

West Virginia

1800 Locust Ave., Fairmont, WV 26554

103 Euclid Dr., Parkersburg, WV 26104

1.877.814.0788 www.myblueprints.org

For registration and financial information,

contact the PA Bureau of Charitable

Organizations at 1.800.732.0999. Registration

does not imply endorsement. Blueprints is funded

in part by the PA Department of Community

Economic Development (DCED), the United Way of

Washington County, the Greene County United

Way, the Southwestern Pennsylvania Area Agency

on Aging, the Pennsylvania Department of Aging,

and Washington County Children and Youth

Services.

84 Lumber Company Sen. Camera Bartolotta Deanna Campagna Cornerstone Care Margaret Drezewski Cathy Friend Hog Fathers BBQ

A to Z Janitorial Ryan Bates Campbell Insurance

Associates Corp. for National

Comm. Service Bonita Duff FRIEND Aircare Steven Hogue

A.C. Dellovade, Inc. Martin Beichner Anna Carnahan Lucy Corson Kelly Dunkle Brenda Fronzaglio Virginia Hollowood

A-1 Electric Seashal Belldina Kathy Catalano Coyle Transport

Services, Inc. Sandra Dunlap Vicki Frost Tiffany Huffman

AccuTrex Products, Inc. John Benko Patty Catlett John Creighton Frances Eates Donna Furnier Human Resource Group

AFLAC Kelli Benner Center Presbyterian

Church Joseph Crivella Diane Ecker Kathleen Gaso HVAC Consultants

AFSCME Karen Bennett Lisa Cessna Jim & Karen Cropp Robin Eiszler Justin M. Gatten Ianetti's Garden Center

Ed Agnew Alan Benyak Michael Chaido Janice Crouse Enterprise Rent-A-Car Mark Geary IGS Industries Inc.

All Ways Moving & Storage

Jason Bercini Jenna Chambers Christal Cunningham Michelle Fagan Giant Eagle Iron City Industrial

Cleaning Corp Allegheny Co. Dept. of

Human Services Jacki Bertola Chapman Corporation Ellen Curran

Family Wealth Management Group

George Gillo Marcia S. Irwin

Camden Allison Beverage Distribution Charleroi Federal

Savings Bank Haylee Dames

Fayette Co. Comm. Action Agency

James Gleason Ramona Jenks

Verona Allman Darlene J. Bigler Chicco Bacello James Davie Field & Stream Ruthann Golden Jim Murray Auto

Ralph Andy Patricia Blaker Mary Chiodo Gwen Davis Heather Filer Greenbriar Treatment

Center Catherine Johnson

Anex Warehoure and Distribution Co.

Sharon Blasch Katie Chipps Bethany A. Dawson Heidi Finny Greene Co. United Way

Gena Johnson

Angelo's Restaurant Blue Knights PA XVI Citizens Bank of PA Day Insurance First Commonwealth

Bank Greenefield Restaurant Carolee Ketelaar

Annette Clemente Chiropractic

Bo Bon Book Club Citizens Library /

CitiBooks Michele Delval

First Federal S&L of Greene Co.

GreeneTech Danielle Killen

Anytime Fitness Sharon Brendza Coldwell Banker Bridget Dennison First National Bank Guthrie, Belczyk &

Associates Helen & William King

Arnett Carbis Toothman LLP

Belinda Brova Christopher & Julie

Collins Jarol DeVoge Ralph Fisher Jessica Hajek-Bates Gary A. Kissinger

Michael Arrigo Scott Brown Commercial Funding

Solutions Dorothy Dillenmuth Florida Consulting, LLC HANCO LTD Asher Knight

Todd Ashmore Brucelli Advertising

Company Community Action Association of PA

Megan DiSimone Jeffrey Fondelier Jamie Harn Susan Koehler

Atria's Howard Brunelli Community Foundation

of Greene Co. Don & Renee Donofrio Cindy Fox Ian Henderson Krispy Kreme

Avella Elementary School Suzanne Buzzelli Comm. Of PA Dept. of Comm. & Econ. Dev.

Don's Appliances LTD Fox Ford Highway Appliance

Company James & Kris Krivanek

Pam Bamberger Lugene Calderone Comm. of PA Dept. of

Labor & Industry Don Greer's

Fashion Floors Stephanie Frances Glenn & Susan Hisrich Sherry Kurowski

David Barsottini Cambria Suites Community Bank DoubleTree by Hilton Fresh Media Group Erin Hoffman Andrew & Kay Kutz

Kristal Lake Ann McCormick Palermo, Kissinger

& Associates James Proudfit Shop-N-Save Albert Stronstorff Washington Area FCU

Lisa Lane James & Traci McDonald Panera Bread Kris Provence Kim & Melvin Shoup Jolene Stull Washington Co. Bar Association

Ron Laurine Albert McDowell Alex Paris Tina Raber Sierra Experts Sunari Sunar Washington Co. BHDS

Lawrence Co. Children & Youth Services

Ann McGowan Paris Contracting

Company, Inc. Range Resources Ed & Phyllis Simonini

Leonard & Debbie Takach

Washington Co. Chamber of Commerce

Frances Leap Christine McNeeley Christine Parker Redev. Authority of the

Co. of Washington Lois Slade Tershel & Associates

Washington Co. Comm. Foundation

Patricia Lemley Misty Menarcheck Katherine Parrish Amy & Bob Redilla Scott Slagle The Carfaro Foundation Washington County CYS

Liberty Insurance Agency Miller's Ace Hardware Michael & Trenna

Passalacqua Reinhart Food Service Slovenian Savings & Loan The Cibulas Family Washington EAP

Stacey Lightfoot Moe's Southwest Grill PA Dept. of Education Dan Reitz Brian & Jenna Smith The Greenfield

Restaurant Washington Financial

Bank

Literacy Council Mom's Club of Parkersburg

PA Dept. of Health Rhodes Carpet

Installation Brittany Smith Threshold Housing

Washington Health System

LonePine Country Club David Mongilio PA Dept. of Human

Services Carrie Richter Erin Snatchko

Codi & Heather Thornburg

Washington Wild Things

LSI Inc. Matthew Moore PA Housing &

Finance Agency Stephanie Rodgers Pam Snyder John Thwaite Melissa Watkins

Judge Michael Lucas Dennis E. Morgret Pepper Ronnie's

Pizza Parlor Rothman Gordon P.C. Rosa Snyder-Boyd Together We Rise Richard Watson

David Lutes Dana L. Morr Joseph Perotti Jamie Roux South Hills Family

Medicine Triple B Farms Chris Watters

Kelly MacBeth Kathy & Larry Morris Pat Phillips Elizabeth Rush Michelle Southern Union Valley

Baptist Church Gary & Maryann

Weinstein

Comm. Larry Maggi Multiscope Bruce & Rebecca Phillips Sharon Russell Southpointe CEO

Association United Way of

Washington Co. WesBanco Bank, Inc

Anthony Malesky Thomas Nahas Rebecca Pieramici Erin Sabatini SWPA Area

Agency on Aging Brian Uplinger

WV Dept. of Health & Human Resources

Colleen Manzini Linda Nalitz Cheryl Piroch Beth Santaguida Frank Stanek Stephanie Urchick Western Area Career

& Tech Center

Jacquelyn Marisa NAPA Plaza Building Associates Jackie Schiffbauer Tarah Stankowski Scott Valentino Gary White

Mark IV Office Supply Nicholas Nardine Carrie Plock Ryan Schilinski Viki Staton Amber Vaughan Rebecca Whoolery

Justin Marks Nemacolin Woodlands Plum Run Baptist Church Scholastic Books Steel Nation, Inc. Comm. Diana Irey

Vaughan Leslie Wiernik

Amanda Martz NIASHF Edward Poach Julie Schumacher Harry Steele Dawn Vero Shellhammer William

Libby Mascaro Nobel Energy Pat Post Kimberly Serafini Steptoe & Johnson Kathleen Voigt Jordan Williams

Stacey Massucci Northwest Savings Bank Faith Potts Eva R. Seybert Stacey Stockdill Donna D. Vukmanic Angela Wilson

Dana Mattern Observer Publishing

Company Predictive Synergistic

Systems Cindy Shaw Susan Stoner Brook Ward WJPA Radio

Amy McAlister Melissa Orlandi Prime 1 Builders Comm. Harlan Shober Stacy Stroman Corrie Warner Jane Yaksic