A St. Louis non-profit executive has been indicted for allegedly defrauding the state of Missouri out of over $2 million intended for feeding low-income children. Cymone McClellan, 31, faces four felony counts of wire fraud, with potential penalties including up to 20 years in prison.
According to the indictment, McClellan operated Sister of Lavender Rose, a non-profit organization aimed at providing meals to low-income families. From January 2019 to June 2022, she allegedly submitted false meal reimbursement claims to the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS).
The claims stated that S.O.L.R. served 860,876 meals to children, but investigations revealed that only enough food and milk was purchased to serve fewer than a quarter of that number.
The indictment outlines several fraudulent activities conducted by McClellan:
As of now, McClellan has not been arrested, but a warrant has been issued for her arrest. If convicted, she faces significant prison time and hefty fines, raising questions about accountability in non-profit organizations and the safeguarding of public funds intended for vulnerable populations.
This case highlights the critical need for oversight in non-profit operations, especially those dealing with public funds. The alleged actions of McClellan not only undermine the mission of her organization but also jeopardize the welfare of the children it was meant to serve. The legal proceedings will be closely monitored as they unfold, shedding light on the broader implications for non-profits in the region.
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