The committee reviewed the October financials with Prestige and noted the following:

• Total revenue collected in October was $343,000, bringing the year-to-date total to $1.4 million, which is in line with the budget. 
• The Prestige team confirmed that title budgets and IDAs were approved, which will lead to increased funds. 
• Expenses were either under or on target, except for contracted and professional services, which was over budget due to grant-related expenses. Committee chair Ivan and Board member Wanda asked questions about specific overages, which Prestige and ED Meadows addressed, explaining that some expenses were from the previous fiscal year and had been paid.

The committee discussed grant applications and funding opportunities, with ED Meadows. Board member Wanda mentioned she would complete the Max and Victoria Dreyfus grant application for the May deadline, while the committee also reviewed the Future Ready Schools fellowship program and USDA grant opportunities. The group then discussed venue options for upcoming arts performances, comparing the Southwest Performing Arts Center with a church venue  for a February Black history musical performance, with Wanda suggesting they need to make a final decision quickly as the performance date approaches.

No other updates were noted. 

No updates were noted.