2017-11-14T12:24:07-06:00 2017-06-30 541342298 Kositzka Wicks and Company 5270 Shawnee Road Suite 250 Alexandria VA 22312 990 2016-07-01 541368484 Bridges to Independence BRID 7035257177 3103 9th Road North Arlington VA 22201 Wray C Sexson Treasurer 7035257177 2017-11-09 1 Shannon Blevins CPA P01312870 7036422700 2017-11-09 64.88.174.3 2017-11-09 13:22:07 ES P AB296267D56648497049390BDA4FA73CD37D5DCC 8C6A9EA67C89AA73245111BC9D65F2D3131081E0 2016 2021-01-29 14:40:06Z Wray C Sexson 3103 9th Road North Arlington VA 22201 2102645 0 X www.bridges2.org X 1985 VA Bridges to Independence provides a foundation for women and families to rebuild their lives. 10 10 38 277 0 0 1724000 2038309 0 0 1634540 52936 -12463 -1626 3346077 2089619 517884 603673 0 0 1002798 959740 16750 50250 212345 365575 453806 1903007 2067469 1443070 22150 2402677 2206273 303897 88816 2098780 2117457 X Bridges to Independence leads individuals and families out of homelessness and into stable, independent futures. A private, nonprofit organization, Bridges has been working with and for homeless families since 1985, when we were founded as the Arlington-Alexandria Coalition for the Homeless. We offer a continuum of aid and support for all family members, helping them attain financial security and move forward into self-sufficiency. As homelessness is often episodic, our other priority is working closely with former participants to ensure they are able to remain securely housed and do not fall into homelessness again. 0 0 1484579 603673 Our programs give families the skills and stability they need to build a brighter future. Over 120 families annually, participate in the following programs: --Emergency Shelter: Sullivan House, Bridges' emergency shelter, provides individuals and families with a safe, supportive place to stay. Sullivan House, with its one- and two-bedroom apartments, is Arlington County's largest emergency shelter for families experiencing homelessness. After an average stay of 3-6 months, Sullivan House participants are transitioned into Bridges' rapid re-housing program. --Rapid Re-Housing: Rapid re-housing is provided in Arlington County and the City of Alexandria. Our goal is to move families into safe, affordable, and permanent housing as quickly as possible. Participants secure and maintain a lease in their own name, while receiving Bridges' ongoing supportive services-including connection to community resources, financial assistance, and intensive case management. --Employment Services (Bridge To Work): Our employment services help participants find, secure, and retain stable employment. We meet individuals where they are and provide what they need for where they want to go. For some that is obtaining a specialized trade certification, for others it is translating their existing skill set to new opportunities. We provide group training and one-on-one mentorship while breaking down barriers to employment, such as transportation and child care. --Financial Literacy: Bridges works with participants to increase their financial knowledge and skills, while emphasizing household budgeting and credit repair. In collaboration with community partners, we offer customized financial literacy workshops, tax preparation classes, and one-on-one coaching with financial professionals. --Youth Development: Youth at-risk for or experiencing homelessness can be a forgotten population. These children are often suffering from trauma, poor physical/mental health, stress, developmental delays, and missed educational opportunities. Our youth development programming addresses these factors and increases the academic skills, self-esteem, college readiness, and overall well-being of the children we serve. 1484579 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 1 0 0 1 0 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 16 0 1 38 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 X 10 10 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 1 1 1 1 1 0 1 0 0 VA X The Organization 7035257177 3103 9th Road North Arlington VA 22201 Bill Dunn Director 2.00 X 0 0 0 Lawrence Florio Director 2.00 X 0 0 0 Janice Haub Director 2.00 X 0 0 0 Dina Land Director 2.00 X 0 0 0 Donald Meyer Director 2.00 X 0 0 0 Kopp Michelotti Director 2.00 X 0 0 0 Jennifer Mulchandani President 2.00 X X 0 0 0 Kris Finney Vice President 2.00 X X 0 0 0 Wray Sexson Treasurer 2.00 X X 0 0 0 Olive Idehen Secretary 2.00 X X 0 0 0 Samuel L Kelly Jr Executive Director 40.00 X 106741 0 405 106741 0 405 1 0 0 0 0 30497 108639 1233382 665791 125847 2038309 35464 35464 17472 0 17472 17472 17472 11400 108639 13026 -1626 -1626 2089619 0 0 51310 603673 603673 112860 16298 68347 28215 695879 525779 66197 103903 36902 16615 16966 3321 50022 35466 10004 4552 64077 35518 14279 14280 38860 38860 10401 1975 8426 15122 15122 50250 50250 58264 13787 44477 11782 180 3778 7824 4731 1058 3673 904 776 128 3072 580 2492 4004 4004 11024 11024 21103 18024 3079 Donated materials 125847 125847 Client assistance 92689 84542 8147 Repairs and maintenance 19727 19727 Staff development 8874 8874 27402 4461 22941 2067469 1484579 370545 212345 6588 60671 108848 69546 71014 141030 5014 1896 122875 98732 35167 24143 1623016 1608482 250467 302563 300505 2402677 2206273 91159 78986 10175 9325 2563 505 200000 0 303897 88816 X 2037997 2105019 60783 12438 2098780 2117457 2402677 2206273 22150 -3473 0 X X 0 1 X 1 0 X 1575400 1885286 1700340 1724000 1826084 8711110 1575400 1885286 1700340 1724000 1826084 8711110 244064 8467046 2219 2599 5193 38887 36810 85708 8796818 93573 0.96250 0.96470 X RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED 0 1 X 66800 51388 15412 56075 47344 8731 24143 Residents' deposits 505 Escrow deposit 300000 300505 X 2218492 -3473 132346 128873 2089619 0 2089619 2199815 132346 132346 2067469 0 2067469 Part IV, Line 2b: Client deposit accounts, overseen by Bridges to Independence but payable to clients upon departure from program. Part X, Line 2: B2I is exempt from income taxes under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue code and is classified as an organization other than a private foundation under 170(b)(1)(A)(vi) of the Internal Revenue Code. The organization adopted the provisions in FASB ASC 740-10. X X X X X X X 1 Kelly Strategies 2025 M St NW Ste 350 Washington DC 20036 Develop fundraising plan and implement capital campaign. 0 0 50250 -50250 50250 -50250 VA Kickball Tournament 35480 35480 6001 Black & Gold 18085 6685 11400 4 66474 66474 7025 120039 108639 11400 13026 13026 -1626 Schedule G, Part I, Line 2b, Column (v) The Organization hired independent consultant, Kelly Strategies, to initiate their Capital Campaign efforts during 2016 in addition to assissting management in the preparation of an internal marketing plan. All fundraising efforts are local to Virginia. 1 Rental assistance and emergency assistance for utilities, food, etc. 72 603673 Part I, Line 2: Recipients are enrolled in Bridges to Independence programs. Recipients meet with staff case workers on a monthly basis, at minimum, and are required to provide documentation of their need. X Program materials 621 125847 Purchase price 0 0 0 Form 990, Part VI, Section A, line 4 Several changes were made in the latest Bylaws update. They are: a. Article V, Board of Directors, Section 2, "Eligibility" - added information about the balance of sectors to be included in the Board of Directors membership. b. Article V, Board of Directors, Section 2, "Eligibility", part b - added that the cost of background checks for Board members shall be paid by the Organization. c. Article V, Board of Directors, Section 3, "Term of Office" - added that a former Board member must wait a minimum of one year before seeking re-election to the Board. d. Article V, Board of Directors, Section 7, "Resignation and Removal" - added that Board members may resign upon written notice and that members will be notified of potential removal from the Board for cause at least one week prior to the next meeting of the Board. e. Article VI, Meetings, Section 1, add the option for the Board to convene a closed meeting by a simple majority vote of those present at the meeting. f. Article VI, Meetings, Section 2, add that the election of officers shall be by a simple majority vote of those present at the meeting. g. Article IX, Employees, Section 2, clarifies that the appointment or termination of the executive director must be approved by a majority of the full membership of the Board of Directors. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, line 11b The Board of Directors receives a copy of Form 990 prior to filing and is able to review for any changes. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, line 12c The conflict of interest policy is included in B2I's personnel manual and is reviewed at board meetings and staff meetings. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, line 15a B2I's board of directors consulted with an independent executive search firm, used peer organizations, market realities and publically published salaries to determine the executive director's salary. It is reviewed on a annual basis by the board. Form 990, Part VI, Section C, line 19 The governing documents, conflict of interest policy and financial statements are available to the public upon request. XII Line 2c The Organization has not changed its oversight or selection process for the year.