2017-02-13T18:13:40-05:00 2016-06-30 113287732 Padilla and Company LLP 175-61 Hillside Avenue Ste 200 Jamaica NY 11432 990 2015-07-01 133540337 Violence Intervention Program Inc VIOL PO Box 1161 Triborough Station New York NY 10035 Cecilia Gaston Executive Direc 2124109080 2017-02-13 false Hermes M Baticulon P01274668 7185585858 2017-02-13 2015 2021-01-29 14:40:06Z Silda Palem 3846055 false X www.vipmujeres.org X 1984 NY To lead Latina victims of domestic violence to safety, empower them to live free of violence and reach and sustain their full potential by raising community awareness, engaging in activism and providing culturally competent services. 9 9 69 23 0 0 3244165 3707084 100806 83828 0 1419 55143 3346390 3846055 0 0 2237868 2514752 0 217240 1136708 1248150 3374576 3762902 -28186 83153 3403847 3481213 630430 624643 2773417 2856570 To lead Latina victims of domestic violence to safety, empower them to live free of violence and reach and sustain their full potential by raising community awareness, engaging in activism and providing culturally competent services. false false 1429712 Residential Morivivi Safe Dwelling Program: VIPs emergency safe dwelling, Morivivi, is an option for victims fleeing domestic violence, as they move toward establishing violence-free lives. Up to 51 families are housed in scattered site apartments from 90-180 days and receive a range of services including individual and group counseling, advocacy, case management and referrals to an array of services. Morivivi Safe Dwelling Program: In FY 2015-2016, the Morivivi program served 148 clients and provided the following services: 1.Served 148 clients (60 women and 88 children) all of whom received emergency aid including food, clothing, basic toiletries, cleaning supplies, transportation fare and other basic needs 2. Provided total of 578 information & referrals 3. Conducted 760 individual counseling sessions 4. Provided 505 advocacy services 5. Engaged in 870 telephone counseling sessions 6. Due to a lack of affordable housing, homelessness crisis, and high costs of rent, unlivable wages and other safety net resources which hampers an individuals ability to secure housing, only 3 women of the 27 who received housing referrals were able to secure transitional or permanent housing within the allotted frame time.Casa Sandra, Supportive Housing Program for Social Change: Since 2005, VIP has provided families coming out of domestic violence shelters up to two (2) years of transitional/supportive housing. Founded on the human rights principals of respect, dignity, and equality, Casa Sandra operates under the premise that everyone deserves safe housing, especially survivors working toward independence. Casa Sandras target population consists of victims and survivors of domestic abuse who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless. In fiscal year 2015-2016, Casa Sandra maintained a 100% occupancy rate providing a safe abode for a total of 51 clients over this period who received the following services: 1. 180 concrete service referrals (public benefits, permanent housing, employment, etc.) 2. 60 units of information 3. 360 counseling sessions 4. 100 advocacy services 5. Of the 51 clients served, 7 (including children) moved into permanent housing 6. Performance ratings increased from a 51 to an 83 rating. 1417637 Non-Residential VIPs non-residential component is comprised of the Manhattan Compaeras, Bronx Compaeras, and Queens Compaeras programs. Of the various resources available to clients, the Office of Victim Services (OVS) compensation claim benefit is readily available as victims of domestic abuse are eligible for reimbursements of medical expenses, property loss, and/or other expenses incurred as a direct result of the abuse encountered. Many times, clients fleeing an abusive home life surrender all clothing, property, and other basic necessities in order to make a safe escape. Counseling services are available to clients who are ready and able to discuss the abuse they have endured or witnessed. In counseling sessions, women and their children process and address the psychological impact abuse has had on their lives and begin to take the necessary steps to extricate themselves from abusive relationships. Clients are encouraged to create a safety plan with the help of a Counselor/Advocatea life saving practice for victims of domestic abuse. Support groups emphasize peer support, which has proven to be quite successful, and address domestic violence, housing, immigration, financial literacy, and mindfulness therapies that help clients overcome the emotional trauma and socio-economic barriers that impinge on self-sustainability. Non-residential program staff participates in outreach activities by facilitating presentations and events that promote victims rights, womens health, and available services to the community. Program staff participate in workshops and training that promote professional growth. During FY 2015-2016, staff attended training on intimate partner violence, effective supervision, sexual assault, voter registration, performance management, advocacy, trauma informed practices, economic empowerment, legal rights, stalking and homicide and immigration access for victims of a crime. Bronx Compaeras: in FY 2015-2016, the Bronx Compaeras program served 563 clients and provided the following services: 1. 515 concrete service referrals (legal, immigration, custody, divorce, child support, orders of protections, etc.).2. 4,335 information units. 3. 1,782 counseling sessions, including group support and phone counseling4. 600 advocacy related services, including accompaniments. Manhattan Compaeras: in FY 2015-2016, the Manhattan Compaeras program served 292 clients and provided the following services: 1. 885 concrete service referrals (legal, immigration, custody, divorce, child support, orders of protections, etc.). 2. 2,626 information units. 3. 1,852 counseling services including group support and phone counseling. 4. 947 advocacy related services including accompaniments. 5. 551 cases of emergency assistance including food, utilities, rent assistance, etc. 6. 16 clients filed compensation claims for financial, medical, and/or property loss through OVS. 7. 4 clients were granted a U-Visa. 308707 Community Education and Outreach: The Community Education & Outreach (CEO) department, also known as La Voz, focuses on raising awareness about the detrimental impact of domestic abuse and sexual assault in the Latino community while promoting civil action and community partnerships. The program works on several fronts by informing the public about the confidential and culturally competent services available to members of the community, and by advocating for victims rights. VIP is a founder of the NY Latinas Against Domestic Violence, the planning committee for the annual Gladys Ricart and Victims of Domestic Violence Memorial Walk, better known as the Brides March, which generates great publicity for the anti-domestic violence cause. This years event took place across 2 boroughs (Manhattan, and the Bronx), and involved new collaborators such as Christ Church in Washington Heights, which was the site for opening ceremony and start of the march. Approximately 500 marchers participated on September 26, 2016. Bilingual Hotline 1-800-664-5880 VIP manages the only live-operated bilingual (English/Spanish) 24 hour hotline in New York City which imparts an array of services including crisis intervention counseling, safety planning, and shelter space information, and referrals to other community based and non-profit agencies as needed. From July 2015 to June 2016, VIPS hotline has received a total of 5,328 calls including 1,190 first time callers; 468 crisis calls; 1,018 inquiries on safety planning; 1,200 follow-up calls; 1,205 counseling; 6,273 general information; and 412 advocacy activities on behalf of the caller. Of these calls, 380 were referred to emergency shelters Conclusion In summary, VIP successfully rendered a total of 51,280 services to 1,202 clients from July 2015 to June 2016 and met its goal of filling the gap in services to Latina survivors of domestic abuse and their children in a supportive and culturally competent environment. The successes achieved by VIP clients are reflective of VIPs commitment to create services that are culturally attuned, respectful of individuals right to self-determination and rooted in mindful and trauma informed practices. The investment in staff capacity and agency infrastructure allows us to have a more accurate picture of service provision and achievements, and creates opportunities for staff to focus on program excellence. As we continue to increase capacity and engage in strategically focused service delivery, VIP will be able to continue to fulfill its mission to lead Latina victims of domestic abuse to safety, to empower them to live violence-free lives, and to reach and sustain their full potential. 3156056 true true false false false false false false false true false false true true false true false false false false false false false true false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false true 7 0 true 69 true false false false false false false false false false false false false X 9 9 false false false false false false false true true false false true true true true true true true true false NY X X Loretta Vosseler 2124109080 PO Box 1161 Triborough Station New York NY 10035 X Silda Palem Chair 1.00 0.00 X X 0 0 0 Marizaida Umpierre Vice-Cahair 1.00 0.00 X X 0 0 0 Loretta Vosseler Treasurer 1.00 0.00 X X 0 0 0 Mayra Oviedo Member 1.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 Betsy Mallow Member 1.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 Susan Migliaccio Member 1.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 Milga Morales Member 1.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 Rita Prats-Rodriguez Member 1.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 Rachel Strauss-Muniz Member 1.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 Cecilia Gaston Executive Director 35.00 0.00 X 115400 0 0 115400 0 0 1 false false false 76525 3476842 153717 3707084 Rent Housing Stability 900099 83828 83828 83828 76525 Miscellaneous Income 900099 201 201 Other Revenue 900099 54942 54942 55143 3846055 138971 0 0 X 119009 102824 9140 7045 1829523 1580648 140470 108405 438254 380173 28938 29143 127966 111007 8449 8510 1989 1989 16569 1885 14684 1258 1008 80 170 135656 96900 36993 1763 415181 358530 40315 16336 44313 40146 3983 184 134468 123293 11175 35273 22332 12941 Consultants 104470 58477 31170 14823 Repairs and maintenance 65073 59399 5515 159 Supplies 35250 35085 165 Utilities 84011 74875 9136 174639 107485 36452 30702 3762902 3156056 389606 217240 399340 444881 794919 909113 5067 20496 4120979 2242850 1978904 1878129 225617 228594 3403847 3481213 170110 203595 293626 255583 166694 165465 630430 624643 X 2773417 2815752 40818 2773417 2856570 3403847 3481213 83153 0 X false true X true true true X 3148683 3078447 3176990 3344971 3790912 16540003 3148683 3078447 3176990 3344971 3790912 16540003 16540003 63 110 157 330 8898 12101 3948 1419 55143 81509 16621842 0.99510 1.00000 X RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED false false false false false false false false 52170 52170 3236118 1451878 1784240 186414 186414 646277 604558 41719 1878129 Cash Reserves 160167 Prepaid Expenses 18475 Security Deposits 49952 228594 Reserve for replacement 160970 Security deposits payable 4495 165465 3975271 129216 129216 3846055 3846055 3892118 129216 129216 3762902 3762902 Gala Event 76525 76525 76525 76525 76525 Form 990 governing body review Part VI line 11 The governing body and management are furnished with a copy of the Form 990 draft. The Form 990 will only be submitted when it has been approved by the Board of Directors. It will be made available to the public upon request. Conflict of interest policy compliance Part VI line 12c No member of the Board of Directors are allowed to participate in any meeting, discussion or vote on any matter in which he or she or a member of his or her immediate family has potential conflict of interest because of having material economic interest regarding the matter being discussed. When such a situation presents itself, the Board Member announces his or her potential conflict, be excused from the meeting until discussion is over on the matter involved. The Board Chairperson or whoever is the chair of the meeting will make an inquiry if such conflict appears to exist when the board member has not disclosed the matter. CEO executive director top management comp Part VI line 15a The executive directors compensation is determined, evaluated, and approved by the board of directors. Other officer or key employee compensation Part VI line 15b The compensation is determined, evaluated, and approved by the board of directors. Governing documents etc available to public Part VI line 19 The Organization will only provide governing documents, conflict of interest, and financial statements to the public upon request. List of other expenses Part IX line 24e Other expenses of the Organization include Participant activities, Equipment rental, Printing and Brochure, Payroll Services, Childcare, Bad debt, Website branding, Emergency Funds/Scholarship and Miscellaneous.