Families Forward

Organization Overview

Families Forward is located in Irvine, CA. The organization was established in 1985. According to its NTEE Classification (O40) the organization is classified as: Scouting, under the broad grouping of Youth Development and related organizations. As of 09/2023, Families Forward employed 86 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Families Forward 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 09/2023, Families Forward generated $11.6m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 8 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 10.7% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $10.7m during the year ending 09/2023. While expenses have increased by 12.2% 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.

Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing

TAX YEAR

2023

Describe the Organization's Mission:

Part 3 - Line 1

THE MISSION OF FAMILIES FORWARD IS TO PREVENT AND END FAMILY HOMELESSNESS BY PROVIDING ACCESS TO HOUSING AND RESOURCES THAT CREATE LASTING STABILITY.

Describe the Organization's Program Activity:

Part 3 - Line 4a

THE FAMILIES FORWARD HOUSING PROGRAM OFFERS HOUSING AND SUPPORTIVE SERVICES TO FAMILIES AT RISK OF OR EXPERIENCING HOMELESSNESS, GIVING FAMILIES STABILITY AND THE OPPORTUNITY TO THRIVE. OUR HOUSING PROGRAM PROVIDES FAMILIES WITH A WIDE RANGE OF HOUSING SOLUTIONS, INCLUDING HOMELESS PREVENTION SERVICES, EMERGENCY MOTEL STAYS, INTERIM HOUSING, RAPID RE HOUSING ASSISTANCE, RENTAL ASSISTANCE, AND AFFORDABLE HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES. PERSONALIZED SUPPORTIVE SERVICES INCLUDE CAREER COACHING, MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELING, FINANCIAL LITERACY, CASE MANAGEMENT, AND HOUSING NAVIGATION. FAMILIES FORWARD PREVENTED OR ENDED HOMELESSNESS FOR 724 FAMILIES (2,502 CHILDREN AND THEIR PARENTS).


FAMILIES FORWARD PROVIDES COMPREHENSIVE COMMUNITY SERVICES INCLUDING FOOD ASSISTANCE, SEASONAL PROGRAMS, AND LINKAGE TO COMMUNITY SERVICES. THE FOOD PANTRY DISTRIBUTED 44,180 MEALS TO FAMILIES, ADULTS, AND SENIORS THROUGHOUT ORANGE COUNTY. BACKPACKS FILLED WITH SCHOOL SUPPLIES WERE DISTRIBUTED TO 1,074 LOCAL SCHOOL CHILDREN. FOR THANKSGIVING, 983 FAMILIES RECEIVED BASKETS OF DONATED FOOD TO MAKE A TRADITIONAL HOLIDAY DINNER. IN THE HOLIDAY WISH PROGRAM, 2,601 CHILDREN RECEIVED GIFTS THROUGH THE GENEROSITY OF THE COMMUNITY.


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Board, Officers & Key Employees

Name (title)Compensation
Danyell Alders
Director
$0
Martha Bayer
Director
$0
Tristen Cali
Director
$0
Victor Cao
Director
$0
Mayra Cerda
Director
$0
Debbie Chamkasem
Director
$0

Financial Statements

Statement of Revenue
Federated campaigns$0
Membership dues$0
Fundraising events$400,648
Related organizations$0
Government grants $5,850,856
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above$4,612,960
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f $1,931,810
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar$10,864,464
Total Program Service Revenue$710,371
Investment income $144,068
Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds $0
Royalties $0
Net Rental Income $0
Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales $0
Net Income from Fundraising Events -$100,493
Net Income from Gaming Activities $0
Net Income from Sales of Inventory $0
Miscellaneous Revenue$0
Total Revenue $11,618,410

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