2016-02-02T01:06:20-00:00 2015-06-30 Wisehart Wimette Associates PLC 159 River Road Essex Junction VT 05452 990 2014-07-01 030283657 Women Helping Battered Women Inc WOME 8026583131 PO Box 1535 Burlington VT 05402 Kelly Dougherty Executive Director 2016-02-02 true Kirk Wisehart 8028791055 2016-02-02 2014 2016-04-25 22:37:26Z Kelly Dougherty PO Box 1535 Burlington VT 05402 1160778 false X www.whbw.org X 1974 VT See Schedule O 9 9 37 197 0 1024538 1113719 0 -128 56 49671 47003 1074081 1160778 61287 65031 0 775815 813562 0 104593 261832 269987 1098934 1148580 -24853 12198 636165 677127 162128 191042 474037 486085 X See Schedule O false false 299404 26338 See Schedule O - Emergency Housing 172010 16312 See Schedule O - Economic Justice 156695 See Schedule O - Hotline 313409 22381 941518 true true false false false false false false false false true false false false true true true false false false false false false false true false false true true false false false false false false false false false true false false false false false false false false true 12 0 37 true false false false false false true true 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 false false X Wanda Bezio 8026583131 PO Box 1535 Burlington VT 05402 Anna Niemiec Chair 002.00 X X 0 0 0 Robin Grace Vice Chair 002.00 X X 0 0 0 Gail Messier Treasurer 002.00 X X 0 0 0 Elizabeth Chant Secretary 002.00 X X 0 0 0 Joe Miller Director 002.00 X 0 0 0 Erica Dean Director 002.00 X 0 0 0 Agnes Cook Director 002.00 X 0 0 0 Susan Gordon Director 002.00 X 0 0 0 Laura Savard Director 002.00 X 0 0 0 Kelly Dougherty Executive Director 040.00 X 10086 0 860 Anera Foco Interim Executive Director 024.00 X 20305 0 0 Jennie Davis Interim Executive Director 010.00 X 11620 0 1273 Diane Ravenscroft Interim Executive Director 010.00 X 11265 0 25 Wanda Bezio Interim Executive Director 010.00 X 13265 0 1280 66541 3438 false false false 125533 18757 661676 307753 49972 1113719 56 56 47003 18757 47003 47003 1160778 47059 30053 30053 34978 34978 0 0 67815 61657 3079 3079 0 610145 508097 59256 42792 0 65476 49507 12084 3885 70126 59635 5909 4582 0 0 10600 8340 1448 812 0 0 12636 1292 2498 8846 2537 1518 1019 36689 20946 5264 10479 0 0 52608 39066 9240 4302 12489 11188 646 655 0 16610 15353 99 1158 85 66 12 7 0 28303 26182 1092 1029 16969 15102 1049 818 Shelter and Childrens Supplies 45137 45137 Outreach 1950 1929 14 7 Membership Dues 6132 4427 668 1037 Miscellaneous 27242 7045 111 20086 0 1148580 941518 102469 104593 99428 159940 34670 35734 87470 88702 5529 5989 596916 382624 238666 214292 169287 171355 1115 1115 636165 677127 54335 76042 10000 107793 105000 162128 191042 X 426723 421732 47314 64353 474037 486085 636165 677127 12198 -150 X false true X true false X 1226895 1253284 1084032 1024538 1113719 5702468 1226895 1253284 1084032 1024538 1113719 5702468 5702468 6111 5498 393 296 56 12354 35137 25578 66603 49671 47003 223992 5938814 0.96020 0.96270 X 0.00000 0.00000 RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED false 32046 32046 419309 254870 164439 145561 127754 17807 214292 Financial derivatives and other financial products Closely-held equity interests Federal income taxes X 1204911 44283 44283 1160628 150 150 1160778 1192863 44283 44283 1148580 1148580 X 2 The Organization annually files an IRS Form 990, Return of Organization Exempt Form Income Tax, tax return in the U.S. federal jurisdiction. The Organization is no longer subject to U.S. federal income tax examination by tax authorities for the years prior to 2012. In the normal course of business, the Organization is subject to examination by various taxing authorities. Although the outcome of tax audits is always uncertain, the Organization believes it has taken no uncertain tax positions that could have an effect on its financial statements. Run for Empowerment 30137 14135 16002 Zumbathon 23548 3372 20176 1 12075 1250 10825 65760 18757 47003 47003 true Hope Works PO Box 92 Burlington VT 05402 030284577 3 17900 Legal advocacy program Burlington Housing Authority 65 Main Street Burlington VT 05401 030216305 12108 Economic justice program 2 Emergency Assistance 604 4576 Rental Assistance 91 30402 Part I Line 2 Procedures for monitoring the use of grant funds - Grantees are required to submit grant application and proof of tax-exempt status. Subgrantees are required to submit grant financial reports and WHBW staff performs subrecipient monitoring. X Program Supplies 1 49972 Market Value Form 990, Part III, Line 4d Program Service Expenses 135,218, Grants and allocations 218, Revenue 0 See Schedule O - Childrens and Youth Services Form 990, Part III, Line 4d Program Service Expenses 107,666, Grants and allocations 17,952, Revenue 0 See Schedule O - Legal Advocacy Form 990, Part III, Line 4d Program Service Expenses 70,525, Grants and allocations 4,211, Revenue 0 See Schedule O - Education and Outreach Form 990, Part I, Line 1 WHBW provides comprehensive support to victims and survivors of domestic violence, including 24/7 hotline services, advocacy, emergency and transitional housing, economic justice, legal services, playgroups and support for children exposed to domestic violence, as well as outreach and education to prevent domestic abuse. Form 990, Part I, Line 6 WHBWs 197 active volunteers provide support across all programs in the organization. This includes staffing the 24 hour hotline, assisting in childrens playgroups, co-facilitating educational trainings and staffing special events. Form 990, Part III, Line 1 WHBW provides comprehensive support to victims and survivors of domestic violence, including 24/7 hotline services, advocacy, emergency and transitional housing, economic justice, legal services, playgroups and support for children exposed to domestic violence, as well as outreach and education to prevent domestic abuse. Form 990, Part III, Line 4a Emergency Housing - The Emergency Housing Program EHP meets the immediate need for safe housing as well as advocacy and support for survivors fleeing domestic abuse. The EHP staff provides safety planning and advocacy for safe housing if our emergency shelter is not available or appropriate. The EHP staff refers survivors to other social service providers, as needed, and advocates on their behalf. Advocates provide referrals for basic needs such as food, clothing, medical assistance, financial assistance, parenting support, follow-up services, and ongoing support including education on the causes and effects of domestic abuse. Staff also assists in the search for safe and affordable housing using individualized housing search plans. The EHP is currently comprised of 5.08 FTEs and 16 volunteers who provide 24-hour coverage to the shelter. In fiscal year 2015, 365 individuals adults and children were assisted by the EHP, totaling 18,739 bednights. In fiscal year 2014, 353 individuals adults and children were assisted by the EHP, totaling 13,407 bednights. In fiscal year 2015, we conducted a weekly support group that was attended by 120 adults. In fiscal year 2014, we conducted 2 weekly support groups which were attended by 103 adults. Form 990, Part III, Line 4b Economic Justice - The Economic Justice Program EJP is a programmatic response to the growing realization that the path to safety and violence-free lives for survivors of domestic violence must include access to economic resources. Lack of access to affordable, safe housing, stable income and employment, health insurance, transportation and other basic needs narrows the options for many victims. EJPs mission is to work with individuals and systems to break down the barriers that prevent survivors from accessing crucial economic resources. EJP staff discusses options and provides direct advocacy, support, and referrals for survivors, as well as systems advocacy at the local and statewide levels. The EJP is comprised of 2.51 FTEs and 6 volunteers. In fiscal year 2015, 2,670 hours of economic justice advocacy and support were provided to survivors in the community. In fiscal year 2014, 1,783 hours of economic justice advocacy and support were provided to survivors in the community. The Transitional Housing Program THP is housed within the EJP. WHBW and Burlington Housing Authority BHA collaborate on an 11-unit apartment complex, Sophies Place. WHBW also provides transitional housing in a scattered site model in which service users live in housing units throughout the community. Advocates work with survivors as they stabilize housing in both Sophies Place and in scattered site transitional housing. In fiscal year 2015, we provided transitional housing services to 34 adults and children, for a total of 7,826 bednights. In fiscal year 2014, we provided transitional housing services to 33 adults and children for a total of 7,746 bednights. In fiscal year 2015, transitional rental assistance was provided to 91 adults and children for a total of 4,455 bednights. In fiscal year 2014, transitional rental assistance was provided to 21 adults and children for a total of 3,412 bednights. Form 990, Part III, Line 4c Hotline - WHBWs 24/7 Hotline functions as the first tier response to survivors in need. The hotline staff and volunteers discuss options and provide crisis intervention, safety planning, emotional support, referrals to agency programs, and proactive advocacy to survivors and their friends, family, professionals and the community in general. Members of the deaf community access the hotline by TTY and those with limited English proficiency have immediate telephonic access to interpreters when they call the hotline. The Hotline program is comprised of 2.43 FTEs and 13 volunteers. In fiscal year 2015, the hotline fielded 4,800 calls and an average of 86 new individuals called the hotline each month. In fiscal year 2014, the hotline fielded 3,775 calls and an average of 79 new individuals called the hotline each month. Form 990, Part III, Line 4d Childrens and Youth Services - The Childrens and Youth Services Program CYSP offers crisis intervention, advocacy for the rights and needs of children in the shelter and in the community. Other services include childcare, recreational activities, and educational/therapeutic playgroups for pre and school-aged children. All groups are open to children referred through WHBWs hotline, school social workers and other service providers. The CYSP also offers prevention and intervention programming for youth. Through interactive workshops, youth learn to recognize safe and supportive relationships as well as unhealthy ones, and identify various forms of abuse. WHBWs CYSP also trains high school students to become Peer Advocates, providing information and support to teens exposed to dating violence. The CYSP is currently comprised of 2.01 FTEs and 7 volunteers. In fiscal year 2015, 231 adults and 425 children received services at WHBW in the form of playgroups, support groups and other supportive services and 4,740 hours of services were provided to parents. In fiscal year 2014, 206 adults and 423 children received services at WHBW in the form of playgroups, support groups and other supportive services, and 4,525 hours of services were provided to parents. Form 990, Part III, Line 4d Legal Advocacy - The Legal Advocacy Program LAP provides support to individuals experiencing domestic abuse in navigating legal systems such as the Family and District Courts, law enforcement and the Department of Corrections. Legal Advocates provide individuals with information, referrals and support, court forms and preparation for court hearings and accompaniment to hearings in both the civil and criminal court systems. Legal Advocates also provide assistance in the process of obtaining protection orders. The LAP offers a free legal clinic to individuals who have experienced domestic abuse. The Legal Clinic is comprised of WHBW staff members, volunteer paralegals and volunteer attorneys. The LAP is currently comprised of 2.01 FTEs and 8 volunteers. In fiscal year 2015, 206 adults were assisted in obtaining Relief from Abuse orders. These adults had 156 children who also benefited from the assistance given to their parents. Additionally, 747 hours of legal advocacy for 390 individuals seeking support with custody/parentage, divorce, immigration, criminal justice and filing for Relief from Abuse orders were provided in fiscal year 2015. In fiscal year 2014, 228 adults were assisted in obtaining Relief from Abuse orders. These adults had 180 children who also benefited from the assistance given to their parents. Additionally, 621 hours of legal advocacy for 411 individuals seeking support with custody/parentage, divorce, immigration, criminal justice and filing for Relief from Abuse orders were provided in fiscal year 2014. Form 990, Part III, Line 4d Education and Outreach - The Education and Outreach Program EOP provides information and awareness about domestic abuse and WHBWs programs and services to a wide variety of settings in the community such as public events, high schools and colleges, community organizations, and businesses. The EOP also works to develop ongoing internal resources on topics including domestic abuse in underserved populations, current trends in domestic abuse, and ongoing educational opportunities in the community. The EOP is currently comprised of 1.51 FTE and 23 volunteers. In fiscal year 2015, WHBW provided domestic abuse education, outreach and training to over 18,050 individuals through more than 253 presentations and outreach events in Chittenden County. In fiscal year 2014, WHBW provided domestic abuse education, outreach and training to over 17,653 individuals through more than 214 presentations and outreach events in Chittenden County. In fiscal year 2015, WHBW was featured 20 times in print media, 4 times on television and in 4 radio interviews. There were 4,456 active email newsletter recipients at the end of fiscal year 2015. In fiscal year 2014, WHBW was featured 8 times in print media 20 times on television and in 3 radio interviews and there were 3,590 active email newsletter recipients. In fiscal year 2015, WHBW had over 2,617 Facebook followers and posted an average of 4 times a week with information about upcoming events and promotions, domestic abuse related articles, and educational information. In FY 2015, we started a Twitter account and have 359 Twitter followers. By the end of fiscal year 2015, WHBW was posting to Twitter an average of 3 times per day. In fiscal year 2014, WHBW had over 2,322 Facebook followers and posted an average of 3 times a week on Facebook. Form 990, Part VI, Line 11b Review of the Form 990 - The reviewed Form 990 is distributed to members of the Board prior to filing. Form 990, Part VI, Line 12c Enforcement of conflicts policy - Members of the Board of Directors are required to disclose conflicts of interest on an annual basis. Form 990, Part VI, Line 15a Compensation process for top official - The Board of Directors negotiates the Executive Directors salary annually. Additionally, there are written employment contracts. Form 990, Part VI, Line 19 Governing documents disclosure explanation - Governing documents are made available upon request.