Our Impact
Building Stronger Communities Through Practical Support and Partnership
Impact is more than a mission statement. It is the work carried out, the people reached, the resources connected, the partnerships built, and the opportunities created over time. V Marie’s Heart is committed to sharing its progress responsibly so community members, donors, funders, partners, and volunteers can understand how the mission is being carried forward.
Who We Serve
Our work may serve:
- Children and youth
- Families
- Caregivers
- Single mothers
- Veterans and their families
- Individuals with disabilities
- Underserved communities
- Students and emerging professionals
- Behavioral-health professionals
Primary Service Area: Alabama communities; specific geographic eligibility varies by program.
What We Are Working to Change
Community needs are often connected, but resources may be fragmented.
V Marie’s Heart works to strengthen the connection between people and the education, resources, opportunities, professionals, and community partners that may help them move forward.
Our work is designed to support:
- Greater access to community resources
- Stronger family and caregiver support
- Increased housing stability
- Greater mental-wellness awareness
- Educational and workforce preparation
- Financial knowledge
- Leadership development
- Professional education
- Community collaboration
How We Measure Progress
V Marie’s Heart is committed to strengthening how it measures and reports its work.
Depending on the program, measures may include:
- Individuals or families served
- Resource connections provided
- Referrals made
- Workshops delivered
- Program participants
- Volunteer participation
- Volunteer hours
- Scholarships awarded
- Caregiver assistance provided
- Community events
- Professional-development participants
- Training hours
- Community partners
- Sponsorships
- Program completion
- Participant feedback
What We Are Building Next
As funding, partnerships, staffing, and capacity grow, V Marie’s Heart is working toward priorities that may include:
Our main focus areas for funding are helping families and caregivers, keeping people in stable homes, and building strong communities. We also care about mental wellness, teaching people about important issues, and giving young people opportunities to succeed. Another key area is making sure we have enough trained professionals to help people with behavioral health issues. Lastly, we want to make sure our organizations are running smoothly. The board can adjust these priorities as the needs of the community, the amount of funding, and the capacity of our programs change over time.
Potential priorities may include:
- Family and caregiver support
- Affordable housing and housing stability
- Mental-wellness education
- Youth leadership and scholarships
- Workforce development
- Financial empowerment
- Independent living
- Behavioral-health professional development
- Community partnerships
- Volunteer infrastructure
V Marie's Heart At-A-Glance
Organization: V Marie’s Heart, Inc.
Organization Type: 501(c)(3) Nonprofit Organization
Tax ID: 93-3156279
Founded: 2023
The area we serve is mainly communities in Alabama, and who can join our programs depends on the specific program.
Board of Directors
Artica Jenkins - Founder & Executive Director
Charlyne Hollingsworth - Treasurer/Secretary
Adarrius Jenkins - Board Chair/President
Five Pillars:
- Community & Family Support
- Housing Stability & Community Development
- Mental Wellness
- Education & Workforce Development
- Behavioral Health Professional Development