Friends Of Refugees Inc
- Assets
- $2.2m
- Revenue
- $1.6m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 70
- Location
- Clarkston, GA
- Founding
- 12/2005
- Data as of
- 09/2021
- EIN
- 20-1989492
Organization Overview
Friends Of Refugees Inc is located in Clarkston, GA. The organization was established in 2005. According to its NTEE Classification (K31) the organization is classified as: Food Banks & Pantries, under the broad grouping of Food, Agriculture & Nutrition and related organizations. As of 09/2021, Friends Of Refugees Inc employed 70 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Friends Of Refugees Inc is a 501(c)(3) and as such, is described as a "Charitable or Religous organization or a private foundation" by the IRS.
For the year ending 09/2021, Friends Of Refugees Inc generated $1.6m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 6 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 17.6% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $1.8m during the year ending 09/2021. While expenses have increased by 22.6% per year over the past 6 years. They've been increasing with an increasing level of total revenue. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2021
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
TO EMPOWER REFUGEES THROUGH OPPORTUNITIES THAT PROVIDE FOR THEIR WELL- BEING, EDUCATION, AND EMPLOYMENT.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
FRIENDS OF REFUGEES, INC. OPERATES PROGRAMS THAT SERVE OVER 3,000 REFUGEES A YEAR IN THE CLARKSTON, GEORGIA AREA. SERVICES PROVIDED THROUGH THE ORGANIZATION'S PROGRAMS INCLUDE: FAMILY LITERACY: PROVIDES ENGLISH LITERACY EDUCATION AND LIFE SKILLS INSTRUCTION FOR REFUGEE WOMEN ALONG WITH HIGH QUALITY EARLY LEARNING FOR THEIR CHILDREN UNDER THE AGE OF 5. CAREER HUB: PROVIDES EMPLOYMENT ASSISTANCE, TRAINING CLASSES, NETWORKING SUPPORT, JOB PLACEMENT AND COMPUTER/INTERNET ACCESS TO REFUGEES IN THEIR SEARCH FOR EMPLOYMENT. EMBRACE BIRTH SUPPORT: PROVIDES PRE- AND POST-NATAL EDUCATION AND SUPPORT TO REFUGEE WOMEN WHO ARE PREGNANT OR NEW MOTHERS. YOUTH PROGRAMS: PROVIDES A SUMMER CAMP FOR ELEMENTARY AND MIDDLE SCHOOL STUDENTS TO EXPERIENCE ARTS AND CRAFTS, SPORTS, TUTORING, AND FIELD TRIPS; PROVIDES STUDENTS TUTORING, ACCESS TO COMPUTERS AND INTERNET FOR PROJECTS, TEST PREPARATION, GROUP ACTIVITIES, SPORTS, AND MENTORING; PROVIDES A SAFE AND ENRICHING ENVIRONMENT WHEN THE TRADITIONAL SCHOOL DAY ENDS. COMMUNITY ASSISTANCE: PROVIDES FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE WITH RENT AND OTHER EXPENSES FOR FAMILIES PARTICIPATING IN FRIENDS OF REFUGEES PROGRAMS, ALONG WITH CONTRIBUTIONS TO OTHER COMMUNITY NEEDS. COMMUNITY GARDEN: PROVIDES GARDEN PLOTS AND COMMUNITY SPACE FOR REFUGEES TO GROW FOOD FOR THEIR FAMILIES AND SELL PRODUCE FOR PERSONAL INCOME. START MICRO-ENTERPRISE CLARKSTON: PROVIDES A BUSINESS ACCELERATOR PROGRAM ENCOMPASSING TRAINING, MENTORING, AND ACCESS TO FUNDS TO HELP LAUNCH NEW REFUGEE-OWNED BUSINESSES; DELIVERED IN PARTNERSHIP WITH EMORY UNIVERSITY'S GOIZUETA SCHOOL OF BUSINESS. JOLLY AVENUE DEVELOPMENT CENTER: CURRENTLY UNDER DEVELOPMENT, INCLUDES INVESTMENTS IN COMMUNITY SPACES FOR SERVICES AND ACTIVITIES THAT EMPHASIZE EDUCATION, ECONOMIC EMPOWERMENT, AND WELL-BEING. PROGRAM SUPPORT: PROVIDES OPERATIONAL SUPPORT TO PROGRAMS OPERATED BY THE ORGANIZATION.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Brian Chang Vice Chairpe | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Helen Shuford Chairperson | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Karen Reynolds Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Daniel Allman Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Kendra Jeffreys Ex Officio D | Officer | 40 | $0 |
Jessica Graham Director | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $54,636 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $1,586,244 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $66,658 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $1,640,880 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $10,863 |
| Investment income | $171 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | -$32,358 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $1,621,851 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $31,667 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $2,124 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $79,577 |
| Other salaries and wages | $711,158 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $0 |
| Payroll taxes | $62,187 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $16,920 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $51,135 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $0 |
| Advertising and promotion | $1,229 |
| Office expenses | $11,572 |
| Information technology | $5,410 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $125,614 |
| Travel | $0 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $47,175 |
| Insurance | $25,813 |
| All other expenses | $123,410 |
| Total functional expenses | $1,777,175 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $1,451,205 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $25,784 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $0 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $5,573 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $497,543 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $208,655 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $50 |
| Total assets | $2,188,810 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $21,828 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $0 |
| Tax-exempt bond liabilities | $0 |
| Escrow or custodial account liability | $0 |
| Loans and other payables to any current Officer, Director, or Controlling Person | $0 |
| Secured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $188,987 |
| Total liabilities | $210,815 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $1,977,995 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $0 |
| Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds | $0 |
| Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, building, or equipment fund | $0 |
| Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds | $0 |
| Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $2,188,810 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 3 grants that Friends Of Refugees Inc has recieved totaling $11,066.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Aec Trust Wilmington, DE PURPOSE: REFUGEE FAMILY LITERACY | $10,000 |
Wfa Foundation Inc Atlanta, GA PURPOSE: EMPOWERING REFUGEES OPPORTUNITIES | $966 |
Barber Family Foundation Brooklyn, NY PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $100 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Food Bank Of The Albemarle Elizabeth City, NC | $9,553,022 | $20,689,010 |
The Outreach Center Morganton, NC | $2,574,708 | $14,499,667 |
Americas Second Harvest Of Coastal Georgia Inc Savannah, GA | $29,043,822 | $21,288,824 |
Southern Crescent Resource Ministries Inc Mcdonough, GA | $673,774 | $10,495,783 |
Feeding Florida Inc Tallahassee, FL | $2,857,958 | $9,890,493 |
Food Bank Of East Alabama Inc Auburn, AL | $5,482,740 | $10,353,007 |
Bread Of The Mighty Food Bank Inc Gainesville, FL | $3,761,414 | $7,080,178 |
West Alabama Food Bank Inc Northport, AL | $6,135,575 | $9,116,347 |
Georgia Mountain Food Bank Inc Gainesville, GA | $3,687,174 | $8,678,938 |
Bread Of Life Fellowship Inc Winter Garden, FL | $562,670 | $7,050,304 |
Hospitality Pantries Inc Knoxville, TN | $3,211,850 | $4,654,176 |
Smyrna-Lavergne Food Bank Murfreesboro, TN | $2,393,022 | $4,605,717 |