2020 ANNUAL REPORT

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OUR MISSION

GEM | 2020 ANNUAL REPORT

Global Empowerment Mission aims to provide
grassroots efforts with a large institutional impact
for the most vulnerable populations affected bydisasters around the world.

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Global Empowerment Mission is dedicated to restoring hopeand opportunity in the lives of those most affected by natural
disasters. The organization works as a first responder for disaster
relief, bridges the gap between first response and development,
and implements practices to ensure sustainable development.
In addition to the three planned phases, G.E.M. operates
year-round programming that focuses on school andhome reconstruction, education and empowerment, andenvironmental and health programs. The program goals areto bring people back to normalcy and elevate communities
beyond the cycle of disaster response. The outcome of these
programs is to provide long-term redevelopment, which
mitigates the psychosocial impact of displacement. These
programs create independence through sustainable initiatives
as the communities have a vested interest in the programs andgrow and improve them on their own.

GLOBALEMPOWERMENTMISSIONGEM | 2020 ANNUAL REPORT | CONTENTS

INDEX
3..... Message from our Founder, Michael Capponi
4..... Our Work
6..... Donor Specific Funds & Strategic Partners
7..... Mission Spotlights
Covid 19 Pandemic
U.S. Small Business Rebuild
Bahamas, Hurricane DorianAustralia, Fires
Puerto Rico, Earthquakes
Tennessee, Tornadoes
Gulf Coast, Hurricane Laura
California, Fires
Oregon, Fires
Beirut, Explosion
Central America, Hurricanes Eta & Iota
Haiti, Sustainable Development
Lesbos, Greece Fire 		
21.... Program Spotlights
School Rebuild
Home Rebuilds
Sponsor-A-Child
26.... Partners
27.... Financials
Our accomplishments
Statement of financial position
Our 2020 Cash Donors
Our 2020 In Kind Donors
32.... Board of Directors

A MESSAGE FROM OUR PRESIDENT AND FOUNDER

GEM | 2020 ANNUAL REPORT | MESSAGE FROM OUR FOUNDER

Dear Friends,
Many but not all disasters capture the world’s attention. Media outlets blitz theircoverage and saturate the airwaves with images depicting the severity and intensityof the impact, leaving the aftermath heartbreaking. Homes, schools and businesses
are destroyed, devastating families, communities, and entire cities.
This is the unfortunate cycle of disasters we see in countries throughout the world.
The setbacks caused by long recoveries are felt by the global community for generations.
Effective disaster relief programs must incorporate more than just emergency
response. That is why the Global Empowerment Mission responds with threephases of disaster response (emergency, gap period and sustainable response)
ensuring communities recover from disasters keeping the short and long-term
impact of the disaster to a minimum.
This year Global Empowerment Mission responded to: Australia fires, Puerto Rico
Earthquakes, Tennessee Tornadoes, Beirut Explosion, Gulf Coast Hurricanes,
Greece Fires, Oregon fires, California fires, Central America Hurricanes ETA
and Iota, and Covid-19 response in all 50 US States while continuing our sustained
response work in Haiti and to Hurricane Dorian initiatives in the Bahamas.
We have grown our existing School and Home Rebuild, Empowerment and Wellness, Education, and Tool programs while launching our Sponsor a Child program.
To date, Global Empowerment Mission has championed 304 missions in countries
distributing over 110 million in aid and supplies and 7 million P.P.E. items in all 50
US States and many Carribean countries.
I am honored to share the stories and photos of children, families, and communities
where Global Empowerment Mission has made a lasting impact. On behalf of themand the millions of people whose lives were brightened by your support; we thank you!
With Gratitude,
Michael Capponi
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GEM | 2020 ANNUAL REPORT | OUR WORKOUR WORK

4VISIONGEM aims to provide grassroots efforts with a large institutional impact for themost vulnerable populations affected by natural disasters around the world.

MISSIONGEM is dedicated to restoring hope and opportunity in the lives of thosemost affected by natural disasters. The organization works as a first responder
for disaster relief, bridges the gap between first response and sustainable
development, and implements practices to ensure sustainable development.

ORGANIZATIONAL DIFFERENTIATORS

1. Smart partnerships with local organizations and government agencies
2. Creative solutions to complex humanitarian emergencies
3. Creation of uniquely specific funds for donors with customizable outcomes
4. The highest degree of fundraising efficiencies
5. Participates in three planned phases of disaster response
6. Works in the gap period between first response and sustainable Development

OUR WORK
To make a consistent life-changing global impact, our work focuses on:
First Response, Bridging the Gap to Development and Sustainable Development.

GEM | 2020 ANNUAL REPORT | OUR WORK

1 ST RESPONSE PHASE - DISASTER RELIEF

Immediate response to global disasters and civic emergencies. Goal is to restore hope andopportunity in the lives of those most affected. In times of crisis, GEM has led groups of
emergency first responder’s firefighters, doctors and nurses to hard-hit areas. These teams
have provided emergency lifesaving care to tens of thousands suffering injuries from natural
disasters. The ability to arrive on the scene quickly is absolutely critical to saving lives.
Our work in this phases consists of:
1. Reconnaissance and assessment
2. Search, rescue, and loss mitigation
3. Identify and form strategic partnerships

2 ND RESPONSE PHASE - THE GAP PERIODTime between first response and government or other permanent infrastructure.
Goal to minimize the time in which this gap period exists.
Our work in this phase consists of:
1. Temporary housing and shelter
2. Establish criteria, beneficiary identification and distribution of vital funds
3. Stabilization efforts and sustenance supplies

3 RD RESPONSE PHASE - SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT

5Long Term response in coordination with governments and public private partners. Goal
to create a self sufficient and thriving community GEM provides quality education, diverse
vocational training and job creation to people in developing countries, such as Haiti.
The objective is for people to have a self-sufficient and sustainable economy, ultimately
eliminating their dependency on foreign aid.
Our work in this phase consists of:
1. Permanent and durable housing and infrastructure
2. Facilitator of economic and educational programs
3. Implementing empowerment and livelihood programs

GEM | 2020 ANNUAL REPORT | DONORS & STRATEGIC PARTNERSDONOR SPECIFIC FUNDS & STRATEGIC PARTNERS

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Global Empowerment Mission is appreciative to all of our partners
and major gift donors whose generosity helps us restore hope andopportunity in the lives of those most affected by disasters.
One of the differentiating factors of the organization is its uniqueability to create donor specific funds with customizable outcomes.
Within the architecture of the organization, there are strategic
partnerships with its own set of initiatives and goals powered by
Global Empowerment Mission. These partnerships are a direct resultof alignment and deeper engagement with philanthropists.
Global Empowerment Mission is proud to be the official #BStrong
initiative partner! Bethenny Frankel’s #BStrong program is adisaster relief initiative that provides real time emergency assistanceto individuals and their families in crisis.
Since the launch of the #BStrong Initiative in 2017 it has raisedand distributed millions of dollars in cash and supplies for victims ofnatural disasters around the world.
In the United States, Puerto Rico, South America, the Caribbean
islands and now Australia, children, families, women, and men whose
lives have been upended by catastrophe have found a helping handand a start at recovery through programs provided by #BStrong.

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GEM | 2020 ANNUAL REPORT | MISSION SPOTLIGHTSGEM | 2020 ANNUAL REPORT | MISSION SPOTLIGHTSCOVID-19 RESPONSE MISSIONS: ALL 50 US STATESGEM Impact PHASE i:

Global Empowerment Mission, BStrong responded in thefirst phase, disaster relief, by providing over eight million
dollars worth of Personal Protective Equipment to 700+
facilities in all 50 U.S. States.
700+ FACILITIES SERVICED:• Hospitals and Clinics: 477+
• Police and Fire Departments: 26• Nursing Homes: 50• State Health Departments: 8• Funeral Homes: 4• Military bases: 7• Other: 50+$1,350,000.00 OF FINANCIAL
GRANTS DISBURSED:• State of Arizona $500,000.00• Medstar Health Systems $500,000.00• Inova Health $200,000.00• State of Indiana $150,000.00

GEM Impact PHASE ii:

Global Empowerment Mission, BStrong responded
in the second phase, the gap period, by distributing
cash cards to those severely impacted by Covid-19
within the U.S. Our “Back-to-School” initiative wasalso launched in Broward County, with distribution of‘corona kits’ which contained PPE, hand sanitizer andmasks, to help ensure schools were prepared to protect
students upon their classroom return.

GEM Impact• Distributed $8,555,665 worth of PPE
supplies to 700+ facilities.
• Distribution of $150,600.00
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Bstrong cash cards.

GEM | 2020 ANNUAL REPORT | MISSION SPOTLIGHTS

U.S. Small Business Rebuild(Phase I, ii cycle)

Global Empowerment Mission, Bstrong mobilized
to assist non-insured small business owners who
suffered due to the Coronavirus Pandemic andrecent civil unrest.

GEM Impact• Throughout the first and second phase, thisinitiative has supported 100+ small businessowners with $100,000.00 in Bstrong cash cards.

US REBUILD

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GEM | 2020 ANNUAL REPORT | MISSION SPOTLIGHTSBAHAMAS HURRICANE DORIAN

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Global Empowerment Mission, Bstrong continued
operations from 2019 in the Bahamas after Hurricane
Dorian, by responding with the second and third phase.
Working towards long-term solutions in coordination withgovernment, community leaders, and private partners,
G.E.M. provided permanent housing and infrastructure(primary and secondary schools) helping create a thriving,self-sufficient community.

GEM Impact• $1,063,883 worth of construction supplies& building materials procured and shipped.
• 8 barges of construction supplies sent to
Abaco and Moore’s Island.
• 120 homes repaired in North Abaco throughour Home Rebuild Program.
• 3 Schools completely rebuilt through our
School Rebuild Program.
• 1 commercial fishing boat donated throughour Adopt a Fisherman Program.
• $13,956 worth of laptops provided for students
and teachers through our Laptop Initiative.

Bahamas HURRICANE DORIANGEM | 2020 ANNUAL REPORT | MISSION SPOTLIGHTS

Australia Fires(Phase I, II cycle)

Over 18 million hectares burned, destroying over 5,900
buildings and 2,800 homes in Australia. In addition tohuman fatalities, millions of animals were killed.
Global Empowerment Mission, BStrong responded
in the first and second phase (disaster relief & gap
period) by distributing cash cards in the Australianstates of Victoria, NSW, Adelaide, and South
Australia, including Kangaroo Island.

GEM Impact• $11,338.00 was donated to animal
hospitals in need.
• $178,332.00 of Bstrong cash cards given
to displaced residents from the bushfires throughout 3 Australian states.

Australia FIRES
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GEM | 2020 ANNUAL REPORT | MISSION SPOTLIGHTS

PUERTO RICO EARTHQUAKES(Phase I, II cycle)

Global Empowerment Mission, BStrong responded in
the first phase, disaster relief, by distributing generators
to elderly victims relying on dialysis machines. G.E.M.
partnered with our Puerto Rico on-ground partner,
Yo No Me Quito, and was present within 48 hours of
the January 7, 2020 earthquake.
Global Empowerment Mission, BStrong responded in thesecond phase (the gap period), by distributing gift cards
to earthquake survivors in the towns of Ponce, Yauco,
Guanayilla, Guanica and Peñuelas.

GEM Impact• $30,070 BStrong gift cards given directly.
to earthquake survivors staying in shelters.

Puerto Rico EARTHQUAKES
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GEM | 2020 ANNUAL REPORT | MISSION SPOTLIGHTSTENNESSEE TORNADOES(Phase I, II cycle)

On March 3, 2020, a deadly tornado outbreak affectedWest and Middle Tennessee, becoming the 6th costliest
tornado in US history, and another that impacted areasin the western part of Cookeville.
Global Empowerment Mission, Bstrong responded in
the first phase of disaster relief by assisting low-income
families in North Nashville.
G.E.M. shipped supplies from our Miami warehouse andour on-ground partnership with Bethel World Outreachenabled efficient aid distribution to families impacted bythese 175 mph tornadoes.
Global Empowerment Mission, BStrong responded in thesecond phase, the gap period, with gift card distributions
to families who lost their home.

GEM Impact• $72,692 of relief supplies were shipped by
Unlimited Carrier semi-truck for distribution
in Nashville. Contents included sanitizers, hygienekits, medical supplies, pet food, water, snacks.
• $13,100 distributed directly to victims in
the form of visa cards.
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Tennessee TORNADOGEM | 2020 ANNUAL REPORT | MISSION SPOTLIGHTS

GULF COAST HURRICANE LAURA

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Global Empowerment Mission, BStrong responded in
the first phase by bringing trucks and planes full of PPE,
masks, sanitizers and emergency aid for front line workers
and shelters. The mission was coordinated with the Lake
Charles Mayor’s office, Homeland Security, Disaster
Preparedness Agency and other local NGO local partners.
The National Guard helped with distribution in the second
phase, as additional aid was sent to the affected areas.

GEM Impact• $427,723 of relief supplies sent and distributed in
Lake Charles and surrounding areas.

Gulf Coast HURRICANESGEM | 2020 ANNUAL REPORT | MISSION SPOTLIGHTS

California Wildfires(Phase I cycle)

Global Empowerment Mission, BStrong responded in
the first phase, disaster relief, by providing immediate
resources to those affected by the devastating fires inNorthern California.
In phase 2, Global Empowerment Mission, Bstrong
provided cash cards to the Bear Fire / North Complex
and Glass Fires in Napa for survivors. Our relocation
program initiative assisted those displaced by the fires.

GEM Impact• $362,199 worth of food and aid were shippedin 4 semi-trucks, with additional trucks of PPE
and tools being sent to assist with rebuild efforts.
• $36,000 in Bstrong cash cards were distributed.
• $16,200 was provided towards our relocation initiative.

California WILDFIRES

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GEM | 2020 ANNUAL REPORT | MISSION SPOTLIGHTS

Oregon Wildfires

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Global Empowerment Mission, BStrong responded to the
Oregon Fires in its phase 1 initiative by partnering with the
Brinker family to mobilize local ground teams, supplies andfinancial aid to Oregon’s hardest hit regions.
• Riverside Fire (Mollala)• Beachie Creek Fire (Scott’s Mills, Mill City, Detroit, Gates, Lyons)• Holiday Farm Fire (Blue River, Vida, McKenzie Bridge)• Alameda Fire (Phoenix, Talent, Ashland)• Echo Mountain Complex (Otis, Lincoln City)
Global Empowerment Mission and its Oregonian partner
the Brinkers, responded with phase 2 programming which
encompassed purchasing temporary shelter, tools andsustainable equipment to help rebuild the most affected areas.

GEM Impact• G.E.M. deployed $448,692 of relief supplies andrebuild materials to support Oregon’s hardest
hit rural communities.
• $76,500 Bstrong cash cards were distributed
directly to fire victims.

Oregon WILDFIRESGEM | 2020 ANNUAL REPORT | MISSION SPOTLIGHTS

Beirut Explosion(Phase I cycle)

In the wake of the August 4, 2020 explosion, hospitals
in Beirut were lacking essential medical aid.
Global Empowerment Mission responded inphase 1 by partnering with Starbucks andAngel Flight East, transporting 1,600+ lbs ofcritical medical supplies from Florida to Beirut.

GEM Impact• $39,252,000 of medical aid and relief supplies
sent to medical centers in Beirut.

Beirut EXPLOSION

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GEM | 2020 ANNUAL REPORT | MISSION SPOTLIGHTSCENTRAL AMERICA HURRICANES ETA & IOTA

(Phase I cycle)

On October 31, 2020, the category 4 hurricane
ETA hit Central America devastating the region,
with Honduras reporting 57 dead and hundreds
missing. On November 16, Category 5 hurricane
Iota ravaged the region further.
Global Empowerment Mission, BStrong
responded in the first phase, disaster relief, by
supplying and distributing supplies directly tothe people in need. G.E.M.s on-ground partners
Humanity and Hope United, Motorrad
Angels, and Guatemala’s Conred Agency also
distributed our shipments of supplies, including
water purification systems to the affected areas.

GEM Impact• $315,000 worth of PPE and disaster relie
sent in 6, 40 ft containers.

Central America HURRICANE ETA & IOTA

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GEM | 2020 ANNUAL REPORT | MISSION SPOTLIGHTSHAITI SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT(Phase III cycle)

Global Empowerment Mission has continued initiatives in
Haiti and in 2020 responded in the third phase, sustainable
development, by offering educational programs fromelementary school to university level: Ecole Évangélique,
Chrétienne de Lauture, Ecole Baptiste de St Cyr, andCollege Hosanna, Université Quisqueya.
The education, medical, and empowerment
programs range from:• Tuition• Uniforms• Lunches• Transportation / Logistics• Medical care
• Field trips• After school care
• Private tutoring• English classes

GEM Impact• $18,348 provided for programs focused on food,housing and medical expenses.
• $5,215 allocated towards student events, banquetsand graduation celebrations.
• $9,100 spent on school supplies.
• $34,643 assisted students tuition and housing costs.
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Haiti SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENTGEM | 2020 ANNUAL REPORT | MISSION SPOTLIGHTSLESBOS, GREECE FIRE

(Phase I, ii cycle)

On September 9, 2020, a huge fire ripped througha massively overcrowded refugee camp in the Greek
island of Lesbos. This caused over 13,000 people
seeking asylum to be without shelter.
G.E.M. in partnership with Smart Aid, DHL Global& We Band Together responded in our Phase 2
initiative by sending hundreds of tents and lights in
October 2020 to refugees suffering from heavy rains
and flooding impacting the Island.

Lesbos, Greece FIRE

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GEM | 2020 ANNUAL REPORT | PROGRAM SPOTLIGHTSSCHOOL REBUILDS

GEM | 2020 ANNUAL REPORT | PROGRAM SPOTLIGHTS

Our third phase, sustainable development, of disaster response includes the building and rebuildingof schools that were damaged by natural disasters. This helps communities return to normalcy.

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COOPERS TOWN PRIMARY | Bahamas

SHERLIN C. BOOTLE SECONDARY | Bahamas

Operation Pelican
Treasure Cay Community Foundation

Eagles Wings Foundation
Discovery Land Company Foundation
Bahamas Relief Foundation

Partner Benefactors:

Partner Benefactors:

SCHOOL REBUILDS

GEM | 2020 ANNUAL REPORT | PROGRAM SPOTLIGHTS

Our third phase, sustainable development, of disaster response includes the building and rebuildingof schools that were damaged by natural disasters. This helps communities return to normalcy.

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MOORE’S ISLAND ALL AGE | Bahamas
Partner Benefactor:

Siadat Family Foundation

HOME REBUILDS

GEM | 2020 ANNUAL REPORT | PROGRAM SPOTLIGHTS

Our third phase of disaster response, coordinated with government and public-private partners,
includes rebuilding permanent and durable housing while implementing livelihood programs.

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120 HOMES REBUILT | Bahamas
Partner Benefactors:

Discovery Land Company Foundation
BStrong
84 Lumber
TD Charitable
Bimini Shipping
Eagles Wings Foundation
ICSGEM | 2020 ANNUAL REPORT | PROGRAM SPOTLIGHTSSPONSOR-A-CHILD

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HAITI

As part of GEM’s long-term sustainable response,in coordination with the Government of Haiti
and public / private partners, we are proud tomake available the SPONSOR A CHILD initiative.
Our goal is to create a self-sufficient and thriving
communities by providing:• Permanent and durable housing & infrastructure• Annual school tuitions• Laptop computer• School supplies, backpack, uniforms• Economic and educational programs• Empowerment and livelihood programs• Medical Care
• Food allocations

PARTNERSGEM | 2020 ANNUAL REPORT | PARTNERS

GEM and BStrong initiative acknowledges the following individuals, corporations, andfoundations for their continuous year round support in supplying our warehouses withgoods, transport, distribution, means to rebuild and volunteer teams.

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4 Ocean84 Lumber
212 Performance
Arc Best
Ark transportation
Aventura Mall
Bahamas Disaster Authority
Badges of Honor
Bahamas Consulate General
Bahamas Relief Foundation
Barry University
Bethel World Outreach
Bethenny Frankel
Big Dog Ranch Rescue
Bimini ShippingBlue Tide Marine
Delta
Cal Fire
CIDM Haiti
Cold Stone Creamery

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Discovery Land Company Foundation
Dot Foods Inc
Drip Drop
Eagles Wings Foundation
FEMA
Gelmart International
Good 360
Gridline Properties
Higher DoseHomer Bonner
Immuse Immune Builder
Jack Links Beef Jerky
JNS Foods
Manna Church
Miami Beach Fire Rescue
Miami Dade Fire Rescue
Miami Rescue Mission
Microsoft
Northern Tool
Northern Trust Bank

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Mobile Mike Radio
Motorrad Angels
Meals of HopeOpen World Relief
Raincoast Trading Ltd.
Saco Foods Haiti
Samantha Nazario
Smart Aid
SOS Hydration
Syzygy Events International
T.D Bank Charitable
The Kabbalah Centre International
Tropic Ocean Airways
Siadat Family Foundation
Starbucks
UM Athletics Dept.
UPS Foundation
Virgin Voyages
Yo No Me Quito

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GEM | 2020 ANNUAL REPORT | FINANCIALSGEM | 2020 ANNUAL REPORT | OUR ACCOMPLISHMENTSOUR ACCOMPLISHMENTSTOTAL REVENUEIN THE PASTFISCAL YEAR

$21,023,129

IN 2020, WE RAISED:$8,539,277 in cash donations$12,483,852 in kind donations

IN 2020, WE INVESTED:$15,355,558 to fund gem programs$1,010,092 to fund operating expenses
5,504,693 in aid supplies carried into

2021 to continue our missions

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Statement of financial position

GEM | 2020 ANNUAL REPORT | FINANCIAL POSITIONPROGRAMS SUPPORTED29

MISSION SPOTLIGHTSREVENUE | Inflows	 EXPENSES | OUTFLOWSREVENUE | LEss EXPENSES• COVID 19 Pandemic• Bahamas Programs• Australia Fires• Puerto Rico Earthquakes• US Small Businesses• Tennessee Tornados• Gulf Coast Hurricane Laura• California Fires 		• Oregon Fires 		• Beirut Explosion• Central America Hurricanes Eta & Iota
• Haiti Sustainable Development

79,1% | $16,622,911
08,7% | $1,831,692
01,2% | $256,498
00,3% | $53,931
00,0% | $000,5% | $95,601
02,4% | $506,296
02,1% | $431,045
03,1% | $656,647
00,3% | $69,508
01,9% | $402,074
00,5% | $96,952

75,8% | $11,636,038
09,2% | $1,411,523
01,4% | $215,458
00,3% | $47,999
00,7% | $100,000
00,6% | $91,777
02,8% | $430,329
02,4% | $370,699
03,5% | $545,017
00,4% | $63,252
02,3% | $347,794
00,6% | $95,672

30,0% | $4,986,873
23,0% | $420,269
16,0% | $41,040
11,0% | $5,932
00,0% | $0
04,0% | $3,824
15,0% | $75,940
14,0% | $60,346
17,0% | $111,630
09,0% | $6,256
14,0% | $54,280
01,0% | $1,280

TOTAL

100% | $21,023,129

100% | $15,355,558$16,622,911

OUR 2020 CASH DONORS$99K - $30K

GEM | 2020 ANNUAL REPORT | OUR CASH DONORS$500K +

$1M+

Verstanding Family Foundation$500k+

State of Louisiana
The Matthew & Camila Mcconaughey
Foundation
The Joel Foundation$100k+

Hunton Andrews Kurth
Sue Hostetler & Beau Wrigley
Family Foundation
Siadat Family Foundation
City of New York
Bahamas Relief Foundation
Charlize Africa Foundation
Eagle’s Wings Foundation
Discovery Land Company Foundation
Shutterfly, Inc
Brenden Family Foundation
Kroenke Family Foundation$30K-$99k
30$100K+FORMAL DONOR NAME

$1M+

Certified Color Corporation
SelfHelp Community Services$9K - $5K

St. Louis Community Foundation
Christopher Harding
David Harari
Daniel & Rosa Levy

$29K-$10k

Paul Bernon
Pharrell Williams
Evan Sacks
Stutzman Family Foundation
Sunshine Foundation
Downtown Development Authority
Paul Bernon
MJ Tax Services and more Inc
The Sence Foundation
Kotula Family Foundation
James Rozenthal
James Putra
Roma Burnett
Amy Schumer
Natalia Duma
Kurt Russell
Lena Dunham
Sunshine Foundation
Barbara Bradley Baekgaard
Family Foundation$29K - $10K

Elisha-Bolton Foundation
Social Sisters
Lilah Hilliard Fisher Foundation
The Firmenich Charitable Foundation
Nina Dobreva$9K-$5k

Andre Arpad
Melissa Freedman
Jen Freedman
Rayna Greenberg
HUGO BOSS
Florida Fence Distributors Inc
Jenny Dyer
Theresa Mersky
Yen Chiang-Lee
Luc Brinker
Antonio MesquidaMark Dowley
Carleen Tucker
Amy Schumer
Vanessa Hudgens
Ellen Pompeo
Neil Harris
Robert Mccluney
Linda Caffrey

Josh GreenspanLisa Manz
Sara Tecchia
Maria Calanchini
Jourdan Hathaway
Matt Westbrock
Matt Klarberg
Adam Sebel
Morgan Stanley Gift Fund
The Elsie P. Van Buren Foundation
Craig Robins
Shannon Orr
JF Maddox Foundation
Mark Manifould
Michaelcheck Fund
Susan Mayer
Lilah Hilliard Fisher Foundation
Women As One Inc
David Stewart

GEM | 2020 ANNUAL REPORT | OUR IN KIND DONORSOUR 2020 IN KIND DONORS

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FORMAL DONOR NAME

$1M+
Sexy Hair
Seegene Inc
Faber Foundation$500k+DOT Foods$100k+

Integrity Vitamin and Supplement Group, LLC
Source Furniture LLC
Clif Bar & Company
Fulfillment Hub USA
Immuse Immune Builder
84 Lumber
SOS Hydration
Drip Drop
Feeding The Nations
Sexy Hair
Brownie Brittle
Drip Drop
Joshua Starr$30K-$99k

Rex DiscountAcorn East
Immuse Immune Builder
Drip DropULTIMA
Higher DoseULTIMA$29K-$10k

Powell Communications
Younique/Royal Caribbean
Arc Transport
Higher Dose
Belgium Boys

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Michael Capponi – Founder / Executive Director
GEM | 2020 ANNUAL REPORT | BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Reid Boren - Chairman
Felicia Marquez – Vice Chairman
Michelle Boren - Secretary
William Dean
Dr Jay H. Park
Andres Fanjul
Zoe Robbins
Omar Rosario
Violet Camacho
India Hicks
Francine Delarosa
Rosy Levy

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