Better Lives Rhode Island
- Assets
- $26.1k
- Revenue
- $258.9k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 12
- Location
- Providence, RI
- Founding
- 04/1986
- Data as of
- 06/2021
- EIN
- 22-2672825
Organization Overview
Better Lives Rhode Island is located in Providence, RI. The organization was established in 1986. According to its NTEE Classification (X03) the organization is classified as: Professional Societies & Associations, under the broad grouping of Religion-Related and related organizations. As of 06/2021, Better Lives Rhode Island employed 12 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Better Lives Rhode Island 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 06/2021, Better Lives Rhode Island generated $258.9k in total revenue. The organization has seen a slow decline revenue. Over the past 6 years, revenues have fallen by an average of (2.7%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $412.4k during the year ending 06/2021. 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
PROVIDE RESOURCES AND PROGRAMS TO MEET BASIC HUMAN NEEDS SUCH AS SHLETER, FOOD, CLOTHING, HEALTH CARE AND SUPPORT TO THOSE IN NEED.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
DOWNTOWN FOOD PANTRY - SERVING ALL OF PROVIDENCE, GUESTS CAN ACCESS THE PANTRY TWICE A MONTH AND SHOP FROM THE SHELVES FOR THE FOOD THEY CHOOSE TO EAT ("CLIENT CHOICE"). DURING SUMMER MONTHS, WE ALSO DISTRIBUTE BOXES OF FOOD GEARED TO CHILDREN (WITH NO SCHOOL BREAKFAST OR LUNCH DURING SUMMER BREAK). THE PROGRAM SERVES APPROXIMATELY 5,000 PEOPLE MONTHLY
HOMELESS OUTREACH PROGRAM - STARTED BY A HOMELESS VOLUNTEER, HE APPLIED BEST PRACTICES OF AGENCIES HE HAD ONCE UTILIZED HIMSELF AND DEVELOPED THIS PROGRAM INTO THE LARGEST PROVIDER OF INTENSIVE CASE MANAGEMENT IN THE DOWNTOWN. WE ARE CLIENT CENTERED WORKING WITH THE MOST MARGINALIZED IN THE CITY: THE NEWLY AND CHRONICALLY HOMELESS PEOPLE WITH PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DISABILITIES PRISONERS UPON RELEASE THOSE SUFFERING FROM ADDICTIONS AND IN RECOVERY. WE EMPOWER OUR GUESTS TO MEET THEIR SELF-STATED GOALS WHICH INCLUDE HOUSING, ACCESS TO HEALTH CARE, BENEFITS, JOBS, ETC. OUR BASIC NEEDS ITEMS INCLUDE CLOTHING, USE OF THE ADDRESS, TOILETRIES AND PHOTO ID'S. THE MOST IMPORTANT THING WE OFFER IS HOPE AND SOMEONE WHO WILL LISTEN.
FRIDAY NIGHT COMMUNITY MEAL SITE - EVERY FRIDAY EVENING FROM 4:00 - 5:30 P.M., GUESTS ARE SERVED A NUTRITOUS SIT DOWN DINNER. PROGRAMMING THE NEEDS OF THE GUESTS ARE OFFERED EACH WEEK: HEALTH SCREENINGS, A FREE LEGAL CLINIC, HIV/AIDS SCREENING, SNAP OUTREACH AND MORE. THE PROGRAM SERVES APPROXIMATELY 6,000 PEOPLE ANNUALLY.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Diana Burdett Executive Director | Officer | 40 | $96,918 |
Paula Hudson Executive Director | Officer | 40 | $38,871 |
Matthew Casey ESQ President | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Gloria Shafaee-Moghadam Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Shamus Durac Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Dan Parent Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $264 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $151,079 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $107,515 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $258,858 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $0 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $258,858 |
| 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. | $101,861 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $17,316 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $196,153 |
| Other salaries and wages | $0 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $0 |
| Payroll taxes | $22,304 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $6,641 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $0 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $0 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $20,009 |
| Travel | $9,590 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 |
| Interest | $194 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $0 |
| Insurance | $5,996 |
| All other expenses | $11,014 |
| Total functional expenses | $412,372 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $26,052 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $0 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $0 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $26,052 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $180 |
| 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 | $123,025 |
| Other liabilities | $198 |
| Total liabilities | $123,403 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | -$97,351 |
| 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 | $26,052 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 4 grants that Better Lives Rhode Island has recieved totaling $40,108.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
United Way Of Rhode Island Inc Providence, RI PURPOSE: DESIGNATED DONATION/GRANT | $15,322 |
The Rhode Island Community Foundation Providence, RI PURPOSE: WEEKLY MEAL SITE FOR THE HOMELESS; COVID-19 VACCINATION INCENTIVE FUND GRANT | $15,000 |
The Champlin Foundation Pittsburgh, PA PURPOSE: HARDWARE FOR IT EQUIPMENT | $8,786 |
Centreville Savings Bank Charitable Foundation West Warwick, RI PURPOSE: EXEMPT PURPOSE | $1,000 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Better Lives Rhode Island Providence, RI | $26,052 | $258,858 |
Bosnian American Islamic Cultural Center Hartford, CT | $1,350,396 | $339,130 |
Common Ground Ministries Inc Haverhill, MA | $1,098,187 | $167,390 |
American Humanist Association Cambridge, MA | $111,520 | $0 |
Orthodox Theological Society In America Brookline, MA | $84,826 | $0 |
Santa Rosalia Di Palermo Society Medford, MA | $32,237 | $0 |