Stepforward
- Assets
- $22.8m
- Revenue
- $53.3m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 409
- Location
- Cleveland, OH
- Founding
- 09/1966
- Data as of
- 01/2024
- EIN
- 34-0965350
Organization Overview
Stepforward is located in Cleveland, OH. The organization was established in 1966. According to its NTEE Classification (P20) the organization is classified as: Human Service Organizations, under the broad grouping of Human Services and related organizations. As of 01/2024, Stepforward employed 409 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Stepforward 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 01/2024, Stepforward generated $53.3m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 9 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 5.1% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $54.0m during the year ending 01/2024. While expenses have increased by 5.2% per year over the past 9 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
2024
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
TO AID IN ELIMINATING POVERTY IN CUYAHOGA COUNTY, OHIO.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
CHILD EDUCATION - STEP FORWARD'S HEAD START PROGRAM SERVED 1,256 CHILDREN THROUGHOUT THE GREATER CLEVELAND COMMUNITY. IN PARTNERSHIP, STEP FORWARD AND ITS PARTNERS DELIVER HIGH-QUALITY EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAMS IN SAFE, NURTURING ENVIRONMENTS. IN ADDITION TO AN ENGAGING PRE-SCHOOL ENVIRONMENT, STEP FORWARD HEAD START PROVIDES HEALTH, MENTAL HEALTH AND DENTAL SCREENINGS, NUTRITIOUS MEALS AND FAMILY LITERACY OPPORTUNITIES TO INCORPORATE THE ENTIRE FAMILY INTO THE SPIRIT OF GROWTH AND RESPONSIBILITY.STEP FORWARD'S EARLY HEAD START PROGRAM INCORPORATES THE BELIEF THAT EDUCATION STARTS WHEN LIFE BEGINS. STEP FORWARD IS A STRONG ADVOCATE FOR THE YOUNGEST OF CHILDREN AND THOSE WHO HAVE NOT EVEN BEEN BORN YET. STEP FORWARD SERVED 115 INFANTS, TODDLERS AND PREGNANT WOMEN, THROUGH THE EARLY HEAD START PROGRAM. THE PROGRAM PROVIDES PRENATAL EXAMINATIONS, PARENTING CLASSES, AND QUALITY INFANT CARE TO ELIGIBLE FAMILIES.
COMMUNITY SERVICE AND HOUSING ASSISTANCESTEP FORWARD'S COMMUNITY SERVICES PROGRAM PROVIDES CAREER GUIDANCE AND SUPPORT FOR ALL AGES, HELPING INDIVIDUALS PURSUE CAREER CHOICES FOR FAMILY STABILITY. IN 2023, OUR JOB FAIRS CONNECTED 427 JOB SEEKERS WITH ACTIVELY HIRING AGENCIES. 1005 OF CLIENTS WHO DEMONSTRATED IMPROVED JOB READINESS WERE ABLE TO SECURE EMPLOYMENT. WE ALSO OFFER ASSISTANCE FOR IMMEDIATE NEEDS LIKE RENT, FOOD, AND TRANSPORTATION BARRIERS. IN 2023 STEP FORWARD DISTRIBUTED $10,656.996 TO CUYAHOGA COUNTY RESIDENTS WHO QUALIFIED FOR RENTAL ASSISTANCE. WE ALSO PROVIDED TAX PREPARATION SERVICES AT NO COST TO 188 RESIDENTS.
ENERGY ASSISTANCE -STEP FORWARD HELPS LOW-INCOME FAMILIES COPE WITH THE COSTS OF LIVING WITH THE EMERGENCY HOME ENERGY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM. THIS PROGRAM RUNS THROUGHOUT THE YEAR, PROVIDING FINANCIAL AID FOR BOTH SUMMER COOLING AND WINTER HEATING BILLS. IN 2023 OUR HEAP PROGRAM RECEIVED 37,598 INQUIRIES AND 23,930 APPLICATIONS FOR HOME ENERGY ASSISTANCE. STEP FORWARD DISTRIBUTED $2.9 MILLION IN UTILITY ASSISTANCE TO RESIDENTS OF CUYAHOGA COUNTY.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Larese Purnell Chair | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Kathryn Hall Chair (termed September) | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Judge Michael J Ryan Vice Chair | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Cecil Lee Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Brian Gallagher Treasurer (termed May) | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Eugenia Cash-Kirkland Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Ohio City Security Security | 1/30/24 | $500,760 |
Protiviti Inc Staffing Agency | 1/30/24 | $423,453 |
Cleveland Metropolitan School District Daycare-collaboration Partner | 1/30/24 | $272,602 |
Ogletree Deakins Nash Smoak & Stewart Attorney Services | 1/30/24 | $218,877 |
Beacon Hill Staffing Group Llc Staffing Agency | 1/30/24 | $200,802 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $52,570,105 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $104,894 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $11,909 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $52,674,999 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $520,041 |
| 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 | $53,256,619 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $15,670,295 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $491,723 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $491,723 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $17,867,619 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $1,205,444 |
| Other employee benefits | $4,377,218 |
| Payroll taxes | $1,484,336 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $253,739 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $97,000 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $5,063,916 |
| Advertising and promotion | $306,741 |
| Office expenses | $414,811 |
| Information technology | $598,173 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $2,962,108 |
| Travel | $580,376 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $375,177 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $549,127 |
| Insurance | $231,286 |
| All other expenses | $370,400 |
| Total functional expenses | $54,010,201 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $87,782 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $971,503 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $4,587,034 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $36,582 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $23,300 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $172,616 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $2,606,961 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $14,293,064 |
| Total assets | $22,778,842 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $2,505,916 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $1,648,256 |
| 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 | $14,447,424 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $0 |
| Total liabilities | $18,601,596 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $3,063,105 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $1,114,141 |
| 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 | $22,778,842 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Stepforward has awarded $132,406 in support to 2 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
COMMUNITY HOUSING SOLUTIONS PURPOSE: Grant to provide Energy Assistance | $30,479 |
NEAR WEST SIDE MULTI-SERVICE CENTER INC PURPOSE: Grant to provide Community Block Grant Services | $101,927 |