2025-07-30T12:32:32-07:00 2024-12-31 582550336 Tripp Chafin & Company LLC 3535 Roswell Rd STE 63 Marietta GA 30062 990 2024-01-01 582471596 ENCOMPASS MINISTRIES INC fka PAPAS PANTRY INC ENCO 7705914707 6551 COMMERCE PARKWAY WOODSTOCK GA 30189 LYNNE SAUNDERS Chairman 2025-07-30 true true R N Chafin Jr P00031288 7705652422 2024 2025-03-06 01:10:19Z 6551 COMMERCE PARKWAY WOODSTOCK GA 30189 1326450 false X EncompassMinistriesInc.org X 1999 GA Food assistance, life skills and employment training for individuals and families in crisis 6 4 8 70 0 1304492 1316539 3770 1328 0 13327 8525 1321589 1326392 1085606 1141383 0 142802 133118 0 7615 102857 89700 1331265 1364201 -9676 -37809 136644 98197 838 200 135806 97997 Food assistance, life skills and employment training for individuals and families in crisis false false 1252560 1141383 Client ServicesEncompass Ministries continues to provide critical support to individuals and families striving to regain stability and self-reliance. Our mission is to equip clients with the tools necessary to transition off government and social service assistance and become contributing members of their communities. As inflation and rising costs continue to challenge families, our focus remains on helping them succeed and build a lasting future for themselves and their children.Founded in 1998 as Papa's Pantry, our organization quickly recognized that food assistance alone was not enough. People needed morenamely, stable employment and financial literacy. From informal sessions in living rooms to structured life skills training, Encompass has evolved its services to address these underlying challenges. By teaching financial management and providing career readiness support, we help individuals gain the skills they need to thrive independently.As we move into our 26th year of service, Encompass Ministries has impacted thousands of families, many of whom consider us their extended family. The relationships we have built are a testament to the trust and support we offer, helping people not just survive but truly thrive.2024 Statistics:Number of people fed: 21,958Number of children fed: 4,512Number of Senior (over 65): 1,035Total number of organization food pickups: 317Meals provided (approx.): 1.1 millionPounds of pet food distributed: 6,775 63206 TrainingIn 2024, Encompass Ministries has continued its efforts to empower individuals through both in-house programs and strategic partnerships with various nonprofit organizations. Our partnerships with Drug and Alcohol Recovery Programs and At-Risk Youth organizations have expanded, offering a wider range of Stability and Life Skills modules to help individuals in need. These collaborations allow us to reach even more people, equipping them with the tools necessary to break cycles of poverty and addiction.Highlights for 2024:Number of training sessions provided: 364Number of individuals trained through in-house Stability and Life Skills: 46 22827 AdvocacyEncompass Ministries' advocacy efforts have remained strong in 2024, continuing to provide valuable resources to our community. 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Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 11b President reviews 990 before filing. Copies of Form 990 are provided to all board members. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 15a The board reviews and approves annual budgets which would include compensation. All compensation of Executive Director is approved by unrelated board members. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 15b The board reviews and approves annual budgets which would include compensation. Form 990, Part VI, Section C, Line 19 Governing documents are available upon request