Focus Hope
- Assets
- $17.7m
- Revenue
- $33.2m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 201
- Location
- Detroit, MI
- Founding
- 11/1971
- Data as of
- 09/2021
- EIN
- 38-1948285
Organization Overview
Focus Hope is located in Detroit, MI. The organization was established in 1971. According to its NTEE Classification (P20) the organization is classified as: Human Service Organizations, under the broad grouping of Human Services and related organizations. As of 09/2021, Focus Hope employed 201 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Focus Hope 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, Focus Hope generated $33.2m in total revenue. The organization has seen a slow decline revenue. Over the past 6 years, revenues have fallen by an average of (2.4%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $30.7m during the year ending 09/2021. As we would expect to see with falling revenues, expenses have declined by (3.0%) per year over the past 6 years. 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
FOCUS: HOPE IS A NON-PROFIT CIVIL AND HUMAN RIGHTS ORGANIZATION. FOUNDED IN 1968, ITS MISSION IS TO PROMOTE INTELLIGENT AND PRACTICAL ACTION TO OVERCOME RACISM, POVERTY AND INJUSTICE IN METROPOLITAN DETROIT. THE ORGANIZATION FOCUSES ON FOUR MAIN AREAS: A FOOD PROGRAM FOR SENIORS, WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT AND EDUCATION PROGRAMS, AND AN EARLY LEARNING/YOUTH DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM ALL LOOKED AT THROUGH AN ADVOCACY, EQUITY AND COMMUNITY EMPOWERMENT (AECE) LENS.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
THE FOCUS: HOPE FOOD PROGRAM IS ONE OF THE NATIONS LARGEST COMMODITY SUPPLEMENTAL FOOD PROGRAMS FOR LOW INCOME SENIOR CITIZENS. EACH MONTH, IT DISTRIBUTES FOOD TO APPROXIMATELY 41,000 SENIOR CITIZENS WITH A MINIMAL NUMBER OF WOMEN & CHILDREN THROUGH ITS THREE DISTRIBUTION CENTERS AND ONE CENTRAL WAREHOUSE. THE PROGRAM ASSISTS RESIDENTS OF WAYNE, OAKLAND, MACOMB AND WASHTENAW COUNTIES AND IS ADMINISTERED THROUGH THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE.
SINCE 1981, WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT EDUCATION JOB TRAINING FOCUS: HOPE HAS GRADUATED 15,000 STUDENTS TO DATE FROM OUR CAREER PROGRAMS. OUR EDUCATION AND WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS PREPARE INDIVIDUALS FOR SUCCESS WITH A HOLISTIC APPROACH TO INDIVIDUALS LOOKING TO JUMP START THEIR CAREERS.
FOCUS: HOPES EARLY LEARNING PROGRAMS OPERATING AT THE CENTER FOR CHILDREN AND NEW PARADIGM GLAZER ACADEMY, OFFERS QUALITY CHILD CARE IN AN EDUCATION ENVIRONMENT FOR INFANTS AND CHILDREN UP TO AGE FIVE. FOCUS: HOPE OFFERS EARLY HEAD START/ HEAD START (BIRTH TO FIVE) ALONG WITH THE GREAT START READINESS PROGRAM AND OTHER EARLY CHILDHOOD PRESCHOOL EDUCATION PROGRAMS. THE PROGRAMS SERVE THE CHILDREN IN THE COMMUNITY WHO MEET HEAD START OR GREAT START READINESS PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS. ADDITIONALLY, THROUGH A COMMUNITY-BASED DOULA PROGRAM, IT PROVIDES NON-MEDICAL PEER SUPPORT FOR LOW INCOME PREGNANT MOTHERS.
EACH OF FOCUS: HOPES CORE PROGRAM AREAS ARE TIED TOGETHER BY A RANGE OF EMPOWERMENT INITIATIVES DESIGNED TO DEVELOP COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP AND PROMOTE ECONOMIC PROSPERITY OF PROGRAM PARTICIPANTS AS FOCUS: HOPE ENGAGES IN ADVOCACY TOWARD EQUITABLE SYSTEMS CHANGE. THESE INITIATIVES CONSISTS ECONOMIC EMPOWERMENT OFFERINGS, YOUTH LEADERSHIP AS ACTIVISM AND OF A MIX OF ANTI-RACISM DISCUSSIONS AND ACTIVITIES ENGAGING COLLEAGUES ALONG WITH THE PUBLIC.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Portia Roberson CEO | OfficerTrustee | 40 | $202,177 |
Karen Gaither COO | OfficerTrustee | 40 | $136,091 |
Daryl Hurley CFO | OfficerTrustee | 40 | $135,583 |
Frank Kubik Food Program | OfficerTrustee | 40 | $101,174 |
Waymond Hayes Early Learni | Trustee | 40 | $100,749 |
Dave Bing Board Of Dir | Trustee | $0 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Us Truck Driving School Cdl Training | 9/29/21 | $226,795 |
The Remington Group Prof Fundraisin | 9/29/21 | $182,500 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $29,328,704 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $154,166 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $15,357,547 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $29,482,870 |
| 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 | $33,160,503 |
| 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. | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $7,629,911 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $970,644 |
| Payroll taxes | $586,706 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $24,732 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $55,100 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $1,077,421 |
| Advertising and promotion | $60,518 |
| Office expenses | $0 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $1,181,031 |
| Travel | $68,895 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $121,246 |
| Interest | $138,884 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $750,904 |
| Insurance | $203,349 |
| All other expenses | $49,145 |
| Total functional expenses | $30,708,523 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $2,869,108 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $532,650 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $1,295,698 |
| 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 | $17,905 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $6,109,410 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $875,474 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $6,019,733 |
| Total assets | $17,719,978 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $837,120 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $379,000 |
| 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 | $1,848,691 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $1,042,449 |
| Total liabilities | $4,107,260 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $11,768,712 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $1,844,006 |
| 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 | $17,719,978 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Focus Hope has awarded $67,586 in support to 5 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
JOY PREPATORY ACADEMY PURPOSE: NEIGHBORHOOD REVITAL | $18,362 |
Detroit, MI PURPOSE: NEIGHBORHOOD REVITAL | $17,077 |
Saginaw, MI PURPOSE: NEIGHBORHOOD REVITAL | $13,337 |
Detroit, MI PURPOSE: NEIGHBORHOOD REVITAL | $12,000 |
SOCIAL SOLUTIONS GLOBAL PURPOSE: NEIGHBORHOOD REVITA | $6,810 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 3 grants that Focus Hope has recieved totaling $36,603.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Armando And Joan Ortiz Foundation Denver, CO PURPOSE: TO PROMOTE SOCIAL EQUITY | $30,000 |
John D & Jean E Dinan Foundation Livonia, MI PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $5,000 |
The Butzel Long Charitable Trust Detroit, MI PURPOSE: FOCUS HOPE IS A 501 (C) (3) DETROIT BASED, NON-DENOMINATIONAL NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION WHOSE AIM IS TO OVERCOME RACISM AND POVERTY BY PROVIDING EDUCATION AND TRAINING FOR UNDERREPRESENTED MINORITIES AND OTHERS. | $1,603 |
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|---|---|---|
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Northeast Michigan Community Service Agency Inc Alpena, MI | $18,757,719 | $61,175,867 |
Graceworks Lutheran Services Dayton, OH | $148,547,516 | $59,310,713 |
Stepforward Cleveland, OH | $18,985,030 | $54,230,994 |
Community Advocates Inc Milwaukee, WI | $18,692,383 | $54,333,478 |
Lutheran Social Services Of Wisconsin And Upper Michigan West Allis, WI | $89,212,422 | $59,977,625 |
Cincinnati-Hamilton County Community Action Agency Cincinnati, OH | $18,344,887 | $51,573,356 |
Catholic Charities Corporation Cleveland, OH | $62,419,322 | $52,175,078 |
Great Lakes Community Action Partnership Fremont, OH | $28,522,004 | $53,103,851 |