Connecticut Alliance Of Foster And Adoptive Families Inc

Organization Overview

Connecticut Alliance Of Foster And Adoptive Families Inc is located in Rocky Hill, CT. The organization was established in 1995. According to its NTEE Classification (A20) the organization is classified as: Arts & Culture, under the broad grouping of Arts, Culture & Humanities and related organizations. As of 06/2022, Connecticut Alliance Of Foster And Adoptive Families Inc employed 26 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Connecticut Alliance Of Foster And Adoptive Families 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 06/2022, Connecticut Alliance Of Foster And Adoptive Families Inc generated $2.4m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 7 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 2.6% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $2.5m during the year ending 06/2022. While expenses have increased by 3.0% per year over the past 7 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.

Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing

TAX YEAR

2022

Describe the Organization's Mission:

Part 3 - Line 1

THE ORGANIZATION IS COMMITTED TO STRENGTHENING FOSTER, ADOPTIVE, AND KINSHIP CARE FAMILIES.

Describe the Organization's Program Activity:

Part 3 - Line 4a

SUPPORT SERVICES: CONNECTICUT ALLIANCE OF FOSTER AND ADOPTIVE FAMILIES (CAFAF), INC'S REGIONAL LIAISON EMPLOYEES RESIDE IN CONNECTICUT DEPARTMENT OF CHILDREN AND FAMILIES (DCF) AREA OFFICES AND PROVIDE ASSISTANCE TO EACH OF THE REGIONS IN CONNECTICUT. THESE EMPLOYEES ARE THE FIRST LINE OF SUPPORT FOR FOSTER, ADOPTIVE, AND RELATIVE PARENTS WHO CALL WITH QUESTIONS, CONCERNS, OR REQUIRE RESOLUTION OF INDIVIDUAL ISSUES. REGIONAL LIAISONS ARE ALSO AVAILABLE TO ASSIST DCF STAFF WITH FOSTER AND ADOPTIVE RECRUITMENT AND RETENTION ACTIVITIES.


RECRUITMENT AND RETENTION: CAFAF ENGAGES IN RECRUITMENT EFFORTS TO DEVELOP A SKILLED, CARING AND DIVERSE POOL OF FOSTER AND ADOPTIVE FAMILIES THAT DEMONSTRATE THE ABILITY, WILLINGNESS AND COMMITMENT TO MEET THE SAFETY, EMOTIONAL AND PERMANENCY NEEDS OF CHILDREN WITHOUT HOMES.


TRAINING AND CONFERENCES: CAFAF OFFERS POST-LICENSING TRAINING CLASSES TO ANY INDIVIDUALS LICENSED BY DCF OR A PRIVATE AGENCY. PARTICIPANTS ARE TRAINED IN AREAS THAT WILL BEST HELP DEVELOP THEIR COMPETENCIES AS DETERMINED DURING THE MUTUAL ASSESSMENT PROCESS WITH THEIR DCF FOSTER AND ADOPTIVE SERVICES UNIT SUPPORT WORKER. CAFAF OFFERS FOUR YEARLY CONFERENCES, RANGING FROM ONE-DAY SYMPOSIUMS TO THE TWO-DAY ANNUAL CONFERENCE. THESE EVENTS DRAW ON SKILLED, EXPERIENCED CHILD WELFARE EXPERTS AND OFFER UNIQUE OPPORTUNITIES FOR NETWORKING AND LEARNING.


PUBLIC EDUCATION: CAFAF PROVIDES INFORMATION AND OUTREACH TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC THROUGH MAINTAINING A WEBSITE, DISTRIBUTING QUARTERLY NEWSLETTERS AND WEEKLY EMAILS DEDICATED TO THE DISCUSSION OF FEDERAL, STATE AND LOCAL LEGISLATIVE AND POLICY ISSUES RELEVANT TO THE FOSTER AND ADOPTIVE CARE COMMUNITY.


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Board, Officers & Key Employees

Name (title)Compensation
Margaret Doherty
Executive Director
$103,529
Amy Kennedy
President
$0
Jeffrey Cheney
Treasurer
$0
Cathy Gentile-Doyle
Vice President
$0
Michael Burns
Secretary
$0
Latisha Douglas
Director
$0

Financial Statements

Statement of Revenue
Federated campaigns$339
Membership dues$0
Fundraising events$0
Related organizations$0
Government grants $2,210,591
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above$237,247
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f $188,098
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar$2,448,177
Total Program Service Revenue$0
Investment income $14
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 $2,448,191

Grants Recieved

Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 2 grants that Connecticut Alliance Of Foster And Adoptive Families Inc has recieved totaling $48,028.

Awarding OrganizationAmount
Ticket To Dream Foundation

Roseville, CA

PURPOSE: FOSTER KIDS PROGRAM

$47,828
Gap Foundation

San Francisco, CA

PURPOSE: SUPPORT FOR EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS

$200
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