Safe Organized Spaces Richmond is located in Richmond, CA. According to its NTEE Classification (P99) the organization is classified as: Human Services N.E.C., under the broad grouping of Human Services and related organizations. As of 12/2023, Safe Organized Spaces Richmond employed 44 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Safe Organized Spaces Richmond 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 12/2023, Safe Organized Spaces Richmond generated $927.8k in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 2 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 2.7% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $918.2k during the year ending 12/2023. While expenses have increased by 4.1% per year over the past 2 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
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
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SAFE ORGANIZED SPACES RICHMOND IS A AN ORGANIZATION MADE UP OF HOUSED, UNHOUSED, AND FORMERLY UNHOUSED STAFF AND ALLIES THAT WORK TOGETHER TO IMPROVE THE NEIGHBORHOODS OF RICHMOND, CA AND ITS SURROUNDING AREA. THE ORGANIZATION IS IN ENCAMPMENTS, PROBLEMATIC HOTSPOTS, NEIGHBORHOOD COUNCILS, COMMUNITY-ORGANIZING INITIATIVES, AND NEIGHBORHOOD IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS ADVOCATING FOR SAFETY, STABILITY AND SECURITY. THESE URGENT OPPORTUNITIES FRO NEIGHBORHOOD ACTION ARE ALSO DOORS TO PERSONAL TRANSFORMATION.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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THE MAJORITY OF THE ORGANIZATION'S STAFF ARE UNHOUSED AND FORMERLY UNHOUSED INDIVIDUALS. THE ORGANIZATION STRONGLY SUPPORT THE GOVERNMENT'S HOUSING FIRST APPROACH AND STRIVE FOR IMMEDIATE HOUSING, IT ALSO WORKS TO FILL THE GAPS - SUCH AS THE NEED FOR CONNECTION AND COMMUNITY - THAT MAKES HOUSING SUSTAINABLE. THE ORGANIZATION PARTNERS WITH LOCAL AGENCIES AND COMMUNITY MEMBERS AND ARE ABLE TO SERVE ISOLATED ENCAMPMENT RESIDENTS AND PROVIDE JOBS AND RESOURCES TO HELP PEOPLE SUSTAIN THEMSELVES. STAFF OF THE ORGANIZATION WORK IN THE FIELD TO PROVIDE CLEAN-UP, MOBILE SHOWERS LAUNDRY, FOOD, CLOTHING DRINKING WATER, TRANSPORTATION, MOVING SERVICES, HEALTH CARE, AND MORE.
THE ORGANIZATION FUNDRAISED AND COLLECTED COMMUNITY CONTRIBUTIONS FOR THE PURPOSE OF ASSISTING JANE, AN UNHOUSED NEIGHBOR, INTO STABILIZED HOUSING THROUGH SUPPORT OF HER DAILY LIVING EXPENSES AND NEEDS. DUE TO JANE'S LIMITED MOBILITY AND MENTAL HEALTH, THE ORGANIZATION HAS COMMITTED TO HOLD AND DISTRIBUTE THE COMMUNITY FUNDS RAISED BY WORKING WITH JANE TO PAY FOR HOUSING, MAKE REGULAR PURCHASES, AND DELIVER NEEDED ITEMS TO HER HOME. ADDITIONALLY, LIASON SUPPORT FOR JANE IN HER COMMUNICATIONS WITH HER CASE MANAGER ARE PROVIDED SO THAT HE WILL GROW WILLING TO AND APPLY FOR AND RECEIVE THE SOCIAL SECURITY BENEFITS THAT ARE AVAILABLE TO HER.
THE ORGANIZATION HAS COMMITTED TO HOLD AND DISTRIBUTE FUNDRAISED COMMUNITY CONTRUTIONS TO SUPPORT DARRIN, A PROVIOUSLY UNHOUSED EMPLOYEE OF THE ORGANIZATION, IN BRIDGING THE FINANCIAL GAP IN HIS RENT PAYMENTS NEEDED TO MAINTAIN HOUSING UNTIL A CITY SOURCE BECOMES ABLE TO SUBSIDIZE HIS HOUSING.
Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
---|---|---|---|
Thomas Herriman Board Chairman | Trustee | 10 | $0 |
Lynn Vidal Treasurer; Chief Of Operations | Trustee | 10 | $0 |
Namma Raz-Yaseef Secretary; Community Engagement Manager | Trustee | 10 | $0 |
Arturo Cruz Board Member | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Ken Modica Board Member | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Crystal Lee Delany Board Member | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Statement of Revenue | |
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Federated campaigns | $0 |
Membership dues | $0 |
Fundraising events | $0 |
Related organizations | $0 |
Government grants | $718,860 |
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $161,437 |
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $880,297 |
Total Program Service Revenue | $44,965 |
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 | $927,777 |
Statement of Expenses | |
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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 | $483,724 |
Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
Other employee benefits | $0 |
Payroll taxes | $44,175 |
Fees for services: Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Legal | $5,000 |
Fees for services: Accounting | $32,474 |
Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Other | $95,116 |
Advertising and promotion | $3,283 |
Office expenses | $1,853 |
Information technology | $5,170 |
Royalties | $0 |
Occupancy | $22,241 |
Travel | $0 |
Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $2,990 |
Interest | $584 |
Payments to affiliates | $0 |
Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $8,840 |
Insurance | $55,673 |
All other expenses | $40,144 |
Total functional expenses | $918,160 |
Balance Sheet | |
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Cash—non-interest-bearing | $73,996 |
Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
Accounts receivable, net | $79,898 |
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 | $35,946 |
Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
Investments—other securities | $0 |
Investments—program-related | $0 |
Intangible assets | $0 |
Other assets | $308 |
Total assets | $190,148 |
Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $9,534 |
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 | $66,841 |
Total liabilities | $76,375 |
Net assets without donor restrictions | $113,773 |
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 | $190,148 |