Safe Berks
- Assets
- $6.6m
- Revenue
- $4.3m
- Investments
- $544.2k
- Employees
- 85
- Location
- Reading, PA
- Founding
- 05/1979
- Data as of
- 06/2022
- EIN
- 23-2087191
Organization Overview
Safe Berks, operating under the name Berks Women In Crisis, is located in Reading, PA. The organization was established in 1979. According to its NTEE Classification (P43) the organization is classified as: Family Violence Shelters, under the broad grouping of Human Services and related organizations. As of 06/2022, Berks Women In Crisis employed 85 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Berks Women In Crisis 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 06/2022, Berks Women In Crisis generated $4.3m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 7 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 7.8% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $4.5m during the year ending 06/2022. While expenses have increased by 9.2% per year over the past 7 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
2022
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
SAFE HAVEN/SUPPORT OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE/SEXUAL ASSAULT WITH EDUCATION, ADVOCACY, AND PREVENTION.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
PROVIDE SAFE EMERGENCY SHELTER FOR UP TO 30 DAYS WITHIN ANY SIX MONTH PERIOD FOR VICTIMS OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AND THEIR CHILDREN. WHILE LIVING IN SHELTER, VICTIMS/SURVIVORS AND CHILDREN HAVE THE OPTION OF RECEIVING SUPPORTIVE COUNSELING, ADVOCACY AND REFERRAL, AS WELL AS EDUCATION ABOUT VARIOUS OPTIONS AND ASSISTANCE DURING AND AFTER SHELTER IN AN EFFORT TO ENHANCE SAFETY AND QUALITY OF LIFE. IN FY 2021-2022, SAFE BERKS PROVIDED 210 ADULTS WITH 8,065 NIGHTS OF SHELTER AND PROVIDED 9,486 NIGHTS OF SHELTER TO 208 CHILDREN. THE SHELTER PROGRAM OPERATES 24 HOURS A DAY, 7 DAYS A WEEK.
THE COUNSELING DEPARTMENT PROVIDES SUPPORT TO VICTIMS OF DOMESTIC AND SEXUAL VIOLENCE AND THEIR FAMILIES IN UNDERSTANDING THE DYNAMICS AND EFFECTS OF ABUSE. IN FY 2021-22, SAFE BERKS PROVIDED 2,254 HOURS TO 306 ADULT VICTIMS, 212 HOURS OF COUNSELING TO 46 CHILDREN AND 213 HOURS (59 INDIVIDUALS) COUNSELING FOR SIGNIFICANT OTHERS OF VICTIMS. ADDITIONALLY, 1,252 CALLS FOR IMMEDIATE CRISIS RESPONSE WERE HANDLED. THE COUNSELING SERVICES PROGRAM IS FREE, AND AVAILABLE IN ENGLISH AND SPANISH.
THE LEGAL DEPARTMENT IS COMMITTED TO PROVIDING QUALITY LEGAL SERVICES AND ADVOCACY TO VICTIMS OF DOMESTIC AND SEXUAL ASSAULT. SAFE BERKS ATTORNEYS REPRESENT VICTIMS ON PROTECTION FROM ABUSE (PFA) ACTIONS. LEGAL ADVOCATES PROVIDE ACCOMPANIMENT TO PERSONS SEEKING EMERGENCY OR TEMPORARY PFA'S AS WELL AS TO CRIMINAL COURT HEARINGS AND POLICE INTERVIEWS. IN FY 2021-22, SAFE BERKS PROVIDED LEGAL REPRESENTATION AND ADVOCACY TO MORE THAN 623 VICTIMS OF DOMESTIC AND/OR SEXUAL ASSUALT. THE LEGAL SERVICES PROGRAM IS FREE AND AVAILABLE IN ENGLISH AND SPANISH.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Beth Garrigan Chief Executive Officer | Officer | 40 | $117,466 |
Jasmine Suarez Chief Financial Officer | Officer | 40 | $96,127 |
Mereliss Colon Ortiz Chief Operating Officer | Officer | 40 | $77,247 |
Emily Santos Chief Hr Officer | Officer | 30 | $48,114 |
Amanda Jackowski President | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Amanda Acuna Vice President | OfficerTrustee | 1.5 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $204,117 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $147,128 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $2,701,163 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $1,192,987 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $62,984 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $4,245,395 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $3,690 |
| Investment income | $9,453 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $44,569 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | -$17,588 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $1,695 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $4,308,212 |
| 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. | $392,573 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $392,573 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $2,137,827 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $32,166 |
| Other employee benefits | $338,148 |
| Payroll taxes | $191,381 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $4,381 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $21,500 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $6,369 |
| Fees for services: Other | $212,003 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $598,644 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $193,140 |
| Travel | $14,944 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $14,587 |
| Interest | $7,128 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $181,563 |
| Insurance | $27,123 |
| All other expenses | $9,114 |
| Total functional expenses | $4,506,193 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $477 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $219,651 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $660,165 |
| 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 | $182,246 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $5,014,783 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $544,201 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $6,288 |
| Total assets | $6,627,811 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $292,146 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $448,456 |
| 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 | $200,000 |
| Other liabilities | $0 |
| Total liabilities | $940,602 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $5,592,957 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $94,252 |
| 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 | $6,627,811 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 1 grants that Safe Berks has recieved totaling $25,000.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Berkshire Charitable Foundation Wilmington, DE PURPOSE: GENERAL & UNRESTRICTED | $25,000 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Women Against Abuse Inc Philadelphia, PA | $10,260,235 | $13,395,388 |
House Of Ruth Maryland Inc Baltimore, MD | $22,707,878 | $11,336,502 |
Providence House Inc Brooklyn, NY | $11,799,175 | $12,655,263 |
Center For The Elimination Of Violence In The Family In The Family Inc New York, NY | $9,460,119 | $8,697,198 |
Oneeighty Inc Wooster, OH | $15,014,641 | $8,648,899 |
Womens Center & Shelter Of Greater Pgh Pittsburgh, PA | $32,774,636 | $8,639,753 |
The Safe Center Li Inc Bethpage, NY | $2,855,738 | $7,306,002 |
Center For Victims Pittsburgh, PA | $2,521,265 | $7,580,631 |
180 Turning Lives Around Inc Hazlet, NJ | $11,915,660 | $7,452,519 |
Center For Safety & Change Inc New City, NY | $3,967,929 | $6,915,695 |
A Place For Us Atlantic County Womens Center Pleasantville, NJ | $2,036,616 | $6,421,609 |
New York Asian Womens Center Inc New York, NY | $8,928,323 | $11,674,247 |