Oasis Productions
- Assets
- $96.6k
- Revenue
- $295.2k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 5
- Location
- Chicago, IL
- Founding
- 12/2004
- Data as of
- 12/2021
- EIN
- 14-1881915
Organization Overview
Oasis Productions, operating under the name Stepping Stones Network, is located in Chicago, IL. The organization was established in 2004. According to its NTEE Classification (X21) the organization is classified as: Protestant, under the broad grouping of Religion-Related and related organizations. As of 12/2021, Stepping Stones Network employed 5 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Stepping Stones Network 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 12/2021, Stepping Stones Network generated $295.2k in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 6 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 42.8% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $282.3k during the year ending 12/2021. While expenses have increased by 41.8% per year over the past 6 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
2021
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
TO HELP PEOPLE FIND WHOLE LIFE HEALTH (SPIRIT, SOUL AND BODY), SO THAT THEY CAN STEP INTO THE LIFE THEY WERE CREATED TO LIVE, INCLUDING ADDRESSING SEXUAL EXPLOITATION VIA EDUCATION, PREVENTION, AND RESTORATIVE CARE FOR SURVIVORS.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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STEPPING STONES NETWORK: MOMS & KIDS PROGRAM (PREVIOUSLY KNOWN AS RESIDENTIAL RECOVERY PROGRAM) STEPPING STONES IS A NETWORK OF TRAINED PROFESSIONALS AND COMPASSIONATE INDIVIDUALS WHO PARTNER WITH ADULTS AND NURTURE CHILDREN IMPACTED BY COMMERCIAL SEXUAL EXPLOITATION AS THEY TAKE STEPS TO INTERRUPT THE CYCLE OF TRAUMA, DEVELOP LIFE SKILLS, AND BUILD A SAFE CIRCLE OF SUPPORT. WE SELECT CLIENTS WHO ARE DETERMINED TO ACTIVELY PARTICIPATE IN REBUILDING THEIR LIVES. WE THEN SURROUND THEM WITH A CIRCLE OF LOVE AND SUPPORT THAT PROVIDES SAFETY, BASIC NEEDS, AND INDIVIDUALIZED THERAPEUTIC PROGRAMMING THAT ADDRESSES PURPOSE, HOME MANAGEMENT, FINANCIAL EMPOWERMENT, HEALTH AND WELLNESS, SPIRITUALITY, PARENTING, RELATIONSHIPS, TRAUMA AND ADDICTION RECOVERY, AND EDUCATION AND JOB PREPARATION. IN 2021, THIS PROGRAM SUCCESSFULLY TRANSITIONED FROM A CARF ACCREDITED RESIDENTIAL RECOVERY HOME FOR 4-FAMILIES TO AN INDEPENDENT LIVING MODEL. BY THE END OF 2021, STONES WAS SERVING 6 FAMILIES. TWO OF OUR STAFF MEMBERS PROVIDED SERVICES TO TWO ADDITIONAL FAMILIES IN THEIR OWN HOMES DUE TO COVID-19 INFECTION RATES.
STEPPING STONES NETWORK: OUTREACH WE BELIEVE THAT LIVES DAMAGED BY ABUSIVE AND DESTRUCTIVE EXPERIENCES CAN BE RESTORED ONE STEP AT A TIME. WE DO THIS BY: 1) ENGAGING THE LOCAL COMMUNITY AND CHURCH TO GET INVOLVED; 2) PARTNERING WITH LAW ENFORCEMENT AND OTHER CHICAGOLAND AGENCIES; 3) COLLABORATING WITH LOCAL AND NATIONAL TASK FORCES TO IMPROVE SERVICES, ADVOCATE ON THE ISSUE, AND RECEIVE CLIENT REFERRALS. STEPPING STONES PROVIDES A HOTLINE AND ADVOCACY/MENTORING SERVICES FOR SURVIVORS AND GROUPS FOR ADULTS INVOLVED IN SEXUAL EXPLOITATION OR ADDICTION. IN 2021, WE HAD 45 HOTLINE CALLS AND 464 TOUCH POINTS. SSN SERVED A TOTAL OF 41 ADULTS AND CHILDREN, EACH FOR 3 TO 9 MONTHS. STEPPING STONES ALSO PROVIDED GENERAL EDUCATION AND VOLUNTEER RECRUITMENT SESSIONS MONTHLY AND SPEAKS TO COMMUNITY GROUPS UPON REQUEST. ONGOING EDUCATION AND COMMUNICATION WITH THE NETWORK IS PROVIDED VIA SOCIAL MEDIA AND EMAIL CAMPAIGNS. THE VOLUNTEER NETWORK SERVED 3,097 HOURS.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Suzanne Baker Brown President And CEO | OfficerTrustee | 40 | $52,755 |
Brad Neuman Secretary-Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 5 | $0 |
Julia Mccartha Voting Board Member | Trustee | 5 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $22,200 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $38,366 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $221,044 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $609 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $281,610 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $0 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $13,616 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $295,226 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $19,758 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $25,275 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $2,528 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $38,987 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $1,676 |
| Payroll taxes | $6,281 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $0 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $126,062 |
| Advertising and promotion | $624 |
| Office expenses | $9,801 |
| Information technology | $10,624 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $23,792 |
| Travel | $471 |
| 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 | $3,704 |
| Insurance | $4,209 |
| All other expenses | $7,991 |
| Total functional expenses | $282,279 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $89,163 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $3,785 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $3,677 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $96,625 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $186 |
| 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 | $186 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $72,939 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $23,500 |
| 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 | $96,625 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 2 grants that Oasis Productions has recieved totaling $7,352.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Charities Aid Foundation America Alexandria, VA PURPOSE: CHARITABLE DONATION | $5,352 |
Jp Morgan Chase Foundation New York, NY PURPOSE: GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | $2,000 |
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