Lights Back On Inc
Bringing people together through compassion and community.
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Programs and results
What we aim to solve
Our programs
What are the organization's current programs, how do they measure success, and who do the programs serve?
Lights On Energy Assistance Team (LOEAT)
Lights On Energy Assistance Team (LOEAT) ensures that vulnerable populations and all eligible residents including disabled individuals, seniors on fixed incomes, and the elderly residing in Gwinnett, Dekalb, Fulton, and Cobb Counties within the state of Georgia, can access heating in winter and cooling in summer.
Income-eligible Georgia residents can receive assistance from LOEAT, with a payment ranging from $350 to $500 offered once in winter and once in summer per program year, determined by annual income before taxes. The program operates on a "first come, first served" basis until funds are depleted.
Lights On Water Assistance Team (LOWAT)
Lights On Water Assistance Team (LOWAT), provides critical support for residents facing emergency situations with their water bills in Gwinnett, Dekalb, Fulton, and Cobb Counties, Georgia. Our targeted assistance aims to alleviate financial burdens by offering a one-time emergency payment of up to $150.LOWAT's purpose is to ensure immediate relief for individuals and families grappling with water bill emergencies. The program is committed to addressing the needs of our community promptly and effectively. Residents in eligible counties can access LOWAT's assistance, with application details and times communicated transparently once funding becomes available.
LBO Homes for the Homeless
LBO Homes for the Homeless, goes beyond shelter, encompassing outreach, prevention, and emergency services with a focus on addressing the dire consequences of homelessness. LBO Homes for the Homeless targets individuals and families facing homelessness or on the brink of it stemming from far-reaching consequences, such as health issues to limited educational and employment opportunities, strained relationships, and a lack of social Short-term housing assistance will be offered to people experiencing natural disasters and other emergencies. This assistance covers up to one month of payments toward hotel stays, rent, or mortgages, ensuring immediate relief and stability for those in crisis.
LBO Food Pantry
LBO Food Pantry is a vital initiative committed to ensuring that families and individuals don't face the heartbreaking choice between a hot meal and paying bills. Inspired by the principle of loving thy neighbor, as articulated in Matthew 22:37-39, the program underscores the belief that caring for one another is a reflection of love for the divine and oneself. LBO Food Pantry is rooted in the conviction that no one should go to bed hungry, and children should not endure nights without sufficient food. By offering food and essential supplies to low-income families and individuals, Lights Back On aims to foster a sense of community where neighbors support each other, preventing the devastating impacts of poverty and hunger. The availability of dates and times for assistance will be communicated transparently once funds become available.
Smart Sacks for Students
Smart Sacks for Students (SSS), is dedicated to ensuring that low-income students in Gwinnett, Dekalb, Fulton, and Cobb counties within Georgia have the essential tools for a successful school year. Recognizing the financial challenges faced by families living paycheck to paycheck, SSS addresses the critical gap in access to school supplies. The initiative targets children preparing to return to school, whose educational success may be hindered by a lack of necessary tools. SSS identifies and supports students in low-income communities, providing them with Smart Sacks filled with essential school supplies. Smart Sacks for Students alleviates the burden on parents struggling to make ends meet, ensuring that every child has the resources needed to thrive academically.
Where we work
Our results
How does this organization measure their results? It's a hard question but an important one.
Total dollars received in contributions
This metric is no longer tracked.Totals By Year
Population(s) Served
Adults, Children and youth, People with disabilities, Economically disadvantaged people, At-risk youth
Type of Metric
Input - describing resources we use
Direction of Success
Increasing
Context Notes
Support is slow, but steady with more brand and mission awareness.
Number of overall donors
This metric is no longer tracked.Totals By Year
Type of Metric
Other - describing something else
Direction of Success
Increasing
Number of website sessions
This metric is no longer tracked.Totals By Year
Type of Metric
Input - describing resources we use
Direction of Success
Increasing
Context Notes
Not enough traffic to account for 2021 or 2022.
Number of website pageviews
This metric is no longer tracked.Totals By Year
Type of Metric
Input - describing resources we use
Direction of Success
Increasing
Context Notes
Not enough traffic to account for 2021 and 2022.
Number of people on the organization's email list
This metric is no longer tracked.Totals By Year
Type of Metric
Other - describing something else
Direction of Success
Increasing
Number of grants received
This metric is no longer tracked.Totals By Year
Type of Metric
Other - describing something else
Direction of Success
Increasing
Goals & Strategy
Reports and documents
Download strategic planHow we listen
Seeking feedback from people served makes programs more responsive and effective. Here’s how this organization is listening.
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How is your organization using feedback from the people you serve?
To identify bright spots and enhance positive service experiences, To understand people's needs and how we can help them achieve their goals
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Which of the following feedback practices does your organization routinely carry out?
We collect feedback from the people we serve at least annually, We aim to collect feedback from as many people we serve as possible, We look for patterns in feedback based on demographics (e.g., race, age, gender, etc.), We look for patterns in feedback based on people’s interactions with us (e.g., site, frequency of service, etc.), We engage the people who provide feedback in looking for ways we can improve in response, We act on the feedback we receive, We share the feedback we received with the people we serve
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What challenges does the organization face when collecting feedback?
It is difficult to find the ongoing funding to support feedback collection, Staff find it hard to prioritize feedback collection and review due to lack of time
Financials
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The people, governance practices, and partners that make the organization tick.
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Lights Back On Inc
Board of directorsas of 02/02/2024
Mrs. Countess Young
Lights Back On Inc.
Term: 2019 -
Mr. George Young
Lights Back On Inc.
Term: 2019 -
George Young
Lights Back On
Board leadership practices
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Board orientation and education
Does the board conduct a formal orientation for new board members and require all board members to sign a written agreement regarding their roles, responsibilities, and expectations? Yes -
CEO oversight
Has the board conducted a formal, written assessment of the chief executive within the past year ? Yes -
Ethics and transparency
Have the board and senior staff reviewed the conflict-of-interest policy and completed and signed disclosure statements in the past year? Yes -
Board composition
Does the board ensure an inclusive board member recruitment process that results in diversity of thought and leadership? Yes -
Board performance
Has the board conducted a formal, written self-assessment of its performance within the past three years? Yes
Organizational demographics
Who works and leads organizations that serve our diverse communities? Candid partnered with CHANGE Philanthropy on this demographic section.
Leadership
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Equity strategies
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- We have long-term strategic plans and measurable goals for creating a culture such that one’s race identity has no influence on how they fare within the organization.
- We engage everyone, from the board to staff levels of the organization, in race equity work and ensure that individuals understand their roles in creating culture such that one’s race identity has no influence on how they fare within the organization.