Childrens Advocacy Center Of Suffolk County Inc is located in Boston, MA. The organization was established in 1995. According to its NTEE Classification (I72) the organization is classified as: Child Abuse Prevention, under the broad grouping of Crime & Legal-Related and related organizations. As of 07/2023, Childrens Advocacy Center Of Suffolk County Inc employed 21 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Childrens Advocacy Center Of Suffolk County Inc 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 07/2023, Childrens Advocacy Center Of Suffolk County Inc generated $2.1m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 8 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 11.6% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $1.7m during the year ending 07/2023. While expenses have increased by 15.2% per year over the past 8 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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TO UNITE PUBLIC, PRIVATE AND COMMUNITY PARTNERS TO PROMOTE SAFETY, HEALING AND JUSTICE FOR CHILD VICTIMS AND THEIR FAMILIES. THE ORGANIZATION COORDINATES A MULTIDISCIPLINARY TEAM OF POLICE, PROSECUTORS,SOCIAL WORKERS, ADVOCATES, MEDICAL AND MENTAL HEALTH PROFESSIONALS AND OTHERS TO PROVIDE HIGH-QUALITY SPECIALIZED SERVICES FOR ABUSED CHILDREN AND THEIR FAMILIES.WHEN A CHILD AND FAMILY IS REFERRED TO OUR CENTER, WE FACILITATE COMPREHENSIVE, MULTIDISCIPLINARY TEAM ASSESSMENTS AND FORENSIC INTERVIEWS. FAMILY ADVOCATES, CLINICIANS, AND A PEDIATRIC SEXUAL ASSAULT NURSE EXAMINER PROVIDE EXPERT MEDICAL AND MENTAL HEALTH TREATMENT, AND A TEAM OF ADVOCATES PROVIDE A SPECIALIZED MULTIDISCIPLINARY RESPONSE FOR HIGH RISK AND SEXUALLY EXPLOITED YOUTH. ALL SERVICES ARE OFFERED FREE OF CHARGE.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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DURING FISCAL YEAR 2023, CAC OFFERED THE FOLLOWING PROGRAMS AND SERVICES:CAC UNITES PUBLIC, PRIVATE AND COMMUNITY PARTNERS TO PROMOTE SAFETY, HEALING AND JUSTICE FOR CHILDREN EXPOSED TO VIOLENCE AND THEIR FAMILIES. EACH YEAR IN SUFFOLK COUNTY, OVER 1600 YOUNG VICTIMS OF SEXUAL ABUSE, PHYSICAL ABUSE AND COMMERCIAL SEXUAL EXPLOITATION ARE REFERRED TO THE CAC FOR SUPPORT AND ASSISTANCE. THE ONLY PROGRAM OF ITS KIND IN SUFFOLK COUNTY, THE CAC COORDINATES THE EFFORTS OF CHILD PROTECTION, LAW ENFORCEMENT, PROSECUTORS, ADVOCATES, MEDICAL EXPERTS AND TRAUMA CLINICIANS UNDER ONE ROOF TO PROVIDE HIGH QUALITY, SPECIALIZED SERVICES FOR ABUSED CHILDREN AND THEIR FAMILIES. THE CAC'S CHILD-FRIENDLY PROGRAM IS BASED IN THE FAMILY JUSTICE CENTER OF BOSTON, CO-LOCATED WITH PARTNER AGENCIES. THE CAC IS A FULLY ACCREDITED MEMBER OF THE NATIONAL CHILDREN'S ALLIANCE.THE CAC'S TEAM OF COMPASSIONATE EXPERTS WORKS TOGETHER WITH OUR PARTNERS TO FOCUS ON WHAT MATTERS MOST: SAFETY AND HEALING.MULTI-DISCIPLINARY TEAMS:THE MULTI-DISCIPLINARY TEAM ("MDT") IS THE HEART OF THE CAC'S RESPONSE TO ALLEGATIONS OF CHILD ABUSE. THE GOAL OF THE MDT IS TO QUICKLY RESPOND TO CONCERNS OF CHILD ABUSE AND TO DETERMINE THE BEST RESPONSE FOR THE CHILD AND FAMILY.FORENSIC INTERVIEWING:FORENSIC INTERVIEWS PROVIDE CHILDREN A SAFE PLACE TO TELL THEIR STORY TO EXPERTS WHO WILL LISTEN TO THEM, PROTECT THEM, AND HELP THEM HEAL. THE ELECTRONICALLY-RECORDED INTERVIEW TYPICALLY INVOLVES A CHILD SPEAKING WITH A FORENSIC INTERVIEWER WHILE TEAM MEMBERS OBSERVE THE INTERVIEW THROUGH A ONE-WAY MIRROR.MENTAL HEALTH PROGRAM:THE CAC'S MENTAL HEALTH PROGRAM PROVIDES ADVOCACY, SUPPORT, AND EVIDENCE-BASED TRAUMA SERVICES TO CHILD VICTIMS OF ABUSE AND THEIR CAREGIVERS. TO FURTHER SUPPORT CHILDREN AND FAMILIES, THE CAC HAS ADDED TWO NEW POSITIONS, FAMILY RESOURCE SPECIALIST AND FAMILY ADVOCATE. THE FAMILY RESOURCE SPECIALIST PROVIDES ADDITIONAL ASSISTANCE IN ACCESSING NEEDED HOUSING, EMPLOYMENT, FINANCIAL, FOOD AND OTHER ESSENTIAL RESOURCES. THE FAMILY ADVOCATE OFFERS EDUCATION, SUPPORT, ADVOCACY AND REFERRALS FOR NECESSARY SERVICES. THIS SUPPORT IS NEEDED MORE THAN EVER.MEDICAL SERVICES:AT THE CHILDREN'S ADVOCACY CENTER OF SUFFOLK COUNTY, WE PROVIDE SPECIALIZED AND TRAUMA-INFORMED MEDICAL CARE FOR CHILDREN WHO HAVE EXPERIENCED ABUSE OR EXPLOITATION. MEDICAL SERVICES ARE PROVIDED BY A PEDIATRIC SEXUAL ASSAULT NURSE EXAMINER (PEDI-SANE) AT NO COST TO CHILDREN AND FAMILIES.SEEN / CHILD TRAFFICKING:THE SUPPORT TO END EXPLOITATION NOW PROGRAM ("SEEN" PROGRAM) AT THE CAC PROVIDES EXPERT CASE COORDINATION AND TRAINING TO CREATE A SAFETY NET FOR HIGH RISK AND EXPLOITED YOUTH.OUTREACH AND TRAINING:THE CAC'S OUTREACH & TRAINING PROGRAM PROVIDES EDUCATION AND RESOURCES TO PROFESSIONALS, COMMUNITY MEMBERS AND YOUTH. DEMAND FOR TRAINING HAS INCREASED DRAMATICALLY WITH GROWING DEMAND FOR TRAINING REGARDING ONLINE SAFETY AND SUPPORTING YOUTH WHO ARE IMPACTED BY ONLINE EXPLOITATION. THE CAC TRAINING TEAM INCLUDES A TRAINING PROGRAM MANAGER AND COMMUNITY OUTREACH COORDINATOR TO HELP MEET THIS DEMAND.DATA & EVALUATION:THE CAC HAS HIRED ITS FIRST DATA ANALYST DURING 2022 TO ENHANCE THE CAC'S DATA COLLECTION AND CASE TRACKING WITH THE GOALS OF ENSURING HIGH QUALITY SERVICE DELIVERY AND CONDUCTING PROGRAM EVALUATION TO BETTER MEASURE OUR IMPACT.RESPONDING TO COVID-19:SINCE THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC, THE CAC OFFERS BOTH IN-PERSON AND TELE-SERVICES TO CLIENTS - TAILORING SERVICE DELIVERY TO BEST MEET EACH CHILD AND FAMILY'S NEEDS. OUR TRAINING PROGRAM ALSO OFFERS BOTH IN-PERSON AND VIRTUAL TRAINING.
Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
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Peter Flaherty Director | Trustee | 0.5 | $0 |
Daniel Cence Director | Trustee | 0.5 | $0 |
Jack Harrington Director | Trustee | 0.5 | $0 |
Meredith Weenick Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 0.5 | $0 |
Jay Bisognano Vice Chair | OfficerTrustee | 0.5 | $0 |
Kimberly Henry Quagliaroli Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 0.5 | $0 |
Statement of Revenue | |
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Federated campaigns | $0 |
Membership dues | $0 |
Fundraising events | $531,465 |
Related organizations | $0 |
Government grants | $1,182,195 |
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $350,304 |
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $10,750 |
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $2,063,964 |
Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
Investment income | $488 |
Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
Royalties | $0 |
Net Rental Income | $0 |
Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
Net Income from Fundraising Events | -$564 |
Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
Total Revenue | $2,063,888 |
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. | $23,939 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $5,984 |
Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
Other salaries and wages | $1,082,994 |
Pension plan accruals and contributions | $34,588 |
Other employee benefits | $84,107 |
Payroll taxes | $92,423 |
Fees for services: Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
Fees for services: Accounting | $33,988 |
Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Other | $161,657 |
Advertising and promotion | $4,108 |
Office expenses | $101,924 |
Information technology | $0 |
Royalties | $0 |
Occupancy | $15,220 |
Travel | $25,599 |
Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 |
Interest | $0 |
Payments to affiliates | $0 |
Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $19,380 |
Insurance | $9,846 |
All other expenses | $0 |
Total functional expenses | $1,719,900 |
Balance Sheet | |
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Cash—non-interest-bearing | $1,829,680 |
Savings and temporary cash investments | $1,222,724 |
Pledges and grants receivable | $142,585 |
Accounts receivable, net | $0 |
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 | $52,487 |
Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $62,700 |
Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
Investments—other securities | $0 |
Investments—program-related | $0 |
Intangible assets | $0 |
Other assets | $0 |
Total assets | $3,310,176 |
Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $70,991 |
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 | $0 |
Total liabilities | $70,991 |
Net assets without donor restrictions | $3,039,819 |
Net assets with donor restrictions | $199,366 |
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 | $3,310,176 |