Street Democracy is located in Detroit, MI. The organization was established in 2008. According to its NTEE Classification (R01) the organization is classified as: Alliances & Advocacy, under the broad grouping of Civil Rights, Social Action & Advocacy and related organizations. As of 12/2021, Street Democracy employed 3 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Street Democracy 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, Street Democracy generated $235.0k in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 6 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 17.1% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $169.3k during the year ending 12/2021. While expenses have increased by 13.3% 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:
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STREET DEMOCRACY'S MISSION IS TO CREATE LEGAL MECHANISMS THAT ADDRESS THE ROOT CAUSES OF HOMELESSNESS AND POVERTY THROUGH THE DEFENSE OF HUMAN AND CIVIL RIGHTS AS SECURED BY LAW. AS WELL AS THE ESTABLISHMENT OF ECONOMIC AND HOUSING DEVELOPMENT MODELS THAT COMBAT AND CORRECT THE ORIGINS OF COMMUNITY DETERIORATION, A CONDITION WHICH LEADS TO AND EXACERBATES HOMELESSNESS AND POVERTY.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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THE ORGANIZATION WORKS WITH INDIVIDUALS WHO ARE EXPERIENCING HOMELESSNESS TO ADDRESS THE ROOT CAUSES OF THEIR HOMELESSNESS. THOSE SERVICES, E.G. JOB TRAINING, EDUCATION, SUBSTANCE ABUSE TREATMENT, ETC., TO HELP RESOLVE CERTAIN CIVIL INFRACTIONS AND MISDEMEANORS THAT RESULTED FROM THEIR HOMELESSNESS OR CONTRIBUTE TO THEIR CONTINUED HOMELESSNESS. FOR VETERANS EXPERIENCING HOMELESSNESS, THE ORGANIZATION PROVIDES HOLISTIC CIVIL AND CRIMINAL LEGAL REPRESENTATION. IN ADDITION TO DIRECT SERVICES, THE ORGANIZATION ADVOCATES FOR POLICIES THAT MAKE IT HARDER TO FALL INTO HOMELESSNESS AND EASIER TO ESCAPE IT.
THE ORGANIZATION WORKS WITH INDIVIDUALS WHO ARE EXPERIENCING HOMELESSNESS TO ADDRESS THE ROOT CAUSES OF THEIR HOMELESSNESS. THOSE SERVICES, E.G. JOB TRAINING, EDUCATION, SUBSTANCE ABUSE TREATMENT, ETC., TO HELP RESOLVE CERTAIN CIVIL INFRACTIONS AND MISDEMEANORS THAT RESULTED FROM THEIR HOMELESSNESS OR CONTRIBUTE TO THEIR CONTINUED HOMELESSNESS. FOR VETERANS EXPERIENCING HOMELESSNESS, THE ORGANIZATION PROVIDES HOLISTIC CIVIL AND CRIMINAL LEGAL REPRESENTATION. IN ADDITION TO DIRECT SERVICES, THE ORGANIZATION ADVOCATES FOR POLICIES THAT MAKE IT HARDER TO FALL INTO HOMELESSNESS AND EASIER TO ESCAPE IT.
Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
---|---|---|---|
Jayesh Patel President | OfficerTrustee | 40 | $0 |
Jiten Ghelani Director | Trustee | 4 | $0 |
Francine Banner- Hubbard Director | Trustee | 4 | $0 |
Mary Jones Director | Trustee | 4 | $0 |
Statement of Revenue | |
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Federated campaigns | $0 |
Membership dues | $0 |
Fundraising events | $0 |
Related organizations | $0 |
Government grants | $0 |
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $220,031 |
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $220,031 |
Total Program Service Revenue | $15,000 |
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 | $0 |
Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
Total Revenue | $235,031 |
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. | $0 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
Other salaries and wages | $131,377 |
Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
Other employee benefits | $0 |
Payroll taxes | $8,983 |
Fees for services: Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
Fees for services: Accounting | $7,925 |
Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Other | $0 |
Advertising and promotion | $0 |
Office expenses | $1,044 |
Information technology | $0 |
Royalties | $0 |
Occupancy | $1,900 |
Travel | $0 |
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 | $0 |
Insurance | $17,169 |
All other expenses | $0 |
Total functional expenses | $169,254 |
Balance Sheet | |
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Cash—non-interest-bearing | $135,713 |
Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
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 | $1,520 |
Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
Investments—other securities | $0 |
Investments—program-related | $0 |
Intangible assets | $0 |
Other assets | $0 |
Total assets | $137,233 |
Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $0 |
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 | $0 |
Net assets without donor restrictions | $137,233 |
Net assets with donor restrictions | $0 |
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 | $137,233 |
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 1 grants that Street Democracy has recieved totaling $5.
Awarding Organization | Amount |
---|---|
Amazonsmile Foundation Seattle, WA PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $5 |
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Jobs And Progress Fund Inc Columbus, OH | $0 | $120,000 |
Black Women Rising Dayton, OH | $205,729 | $0 |
Street Democracy Detroit, MI | $137,233 | $235,031 |