DARTS

Mission Statement

Creating connections that enrich aging. Our vision is to be a respected leader in providing equitable solutions that reflect diverse community needs and create a fulfilling aging journey. We focus our work in the southeast metro of Minneapolis/St. Paul, with over 80% of DARTS clients living in Dakota County. Our clients on average are 74 years old, 73% female, 85% white, 70% below 200% Federal Poverty Level.

Impact and Programs

Accomplishments In 2021, DARTS assisted 1,714 people. We were re-certified as Service Enterprise from Points of Light and engaged 643 volunteers. DARTS services aim to combat isolation. We provided over 7,200 rids including Loop routes in West St. Paul, South St. Paul, Hastings, Lakeville, Edina; 97% of loop riders made a new acquaintance. 538 older people received 9,408 units of home services and 98% said DARTS improved their ability to live at home. 147 caregivers we supported with information, respite care,3 support groups and 100% said we improved their ability to provide care. DARTS provides onsite or in-home care navigation and are available in 10 affordable senior apartment buildings, helping 54 residents. Over 200 volunteers engage in Learning Buddies and Pen Pals, connecting with over 4,000 youth, primarily remotely as the pandemic continues to limit in person engagements. DARTS trained area drivers for their STS certification, adding some online curriculum.
Current Goals Advocate for older adults: we strive to engage the community in conversations about aging through education and volunteer opportunities. Enrich more lives: as the population 65+ grows, we are optimizing our operations to help more people and provide more intergenerational volunteer opportunities. Strengthen sustainability: we will introduce more older adults and their families to our work by adding healthy aging programs and supporting southern Washington County with home services. Deepen connections: we maintain strong communications with city leadership, Dakota County and the Community Development Agency as well as professional organizations. Sustain a great team: in order to provide excellent service, we continue to invest in our team to attract diverse and excellent talent.
Community or Constituency Served Older adults and those caring for an older adult, any income level
Geographic Area Served Dakota County and the surrounding area.

Reports & Finances

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Major Program Expenses
Learning Buddies:
$60,543
Transportation:
$317,433
Home Services:
$434,668
Service Coordination & Caregiver Services:
$434,668
3 Year Average Expenses
Program Services
$1,589,048
73.7%
Management
$396,246
18.4%
Fundraising
$170,518
7.9%
Unrestricted Net Assets
End of Year:
Beginning of Year:
Difference:
2021
$1,526,407
$1,528,445
($2,038)
2020
$1,528,445
$1,130,065
$398,380
2019
$1,130,065
$1,595,354
($465,289)

Notes from the Council

Organization Last Reviewed on 12/05/2022

This date is representative of when we completed our initial Accountability Wizard® nonprofit review, and provided the organization with their results. This review is good for three years from the date provided
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Address:
1645 Marthaler Ln
West St. Paul , MN 55118
Phone: 651-455-1560

General Information

Alternative Name: Dakota Area Resources and Transportation for Seniors
EIN: 41-1326631
Principal Staff: Ann Bailey
Number of Full-Time Equivalents (FTE): 40
Volunteer Opportunities: Yes
Number of Clients: 1,714
Ruling Year: 1978

Board

Board Chair: Shelagah Kalland
Number of Board Members: 16
Board Meetings with Quorum: 7
Average Member Attendance: 12.6

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