Fierce Freedom Inc
- Assets
- $58.7k
- Revenue
- $275.4k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 8
- Location
- Altoona, WI
- Founding
- 09/2013
- Data as of
- 12/2021
- EIN
- 46-1001360
Organization Overview
Fierce Freedom Inc is located in Altoona, WI. The organization was established in 2013. According to its NTEE Classification (R20) the organization is classified as: Civil Rights, under the broad grouping of Civil Rights, Social Action & Advocacy and related organizations. As of 12/2021, Fierce Freedom Inc employed 8 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Fierce Freedom 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 12/2021, Fierce Freedom Inc generated $275.4k in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 6 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 23.4% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $280.3k during the year ending 12/2021. While expenses have increased by 22.3% 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:
Part 3 - Line 1
PREVENTION OF HUMAN TRAFFICKING THROUGH EDUCATION AND SUPPORT AND ADVOCACY SERVICES FOR SURVIVORS OF HUMAN TRAFFICKING. TRAINING ON IDENTIFYING AND ASSISTING HUMAN TRAFFICKING VICTIMS IS PROVIDED TO LAW ENFORCEMENT AGENCIES, MEDICAL PERSONNEL, EDUCATORS, HOTEL AND RESTAURANT EMPLOYEES, AND THE GENERAL PUBLIC. EDUCATION ABOUT THE SIGNS OF POTENTIAL TRAFFICKING AND VICTIMIZATION PREVENTION IS PROVIDED FOR SCHOOLS, YOUTH GROUPS, YOUTH IN JUVENILE DETENTION CENTER, AND OTHER AT-RISK POPULATIONS.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
TRAFFICKING AWARENESS AND PREVENTION, AND INTERDICTION TRAINING FOR INDIVIDUALS WHO MAY INTERACT WITH VICTIMS OR POTENTIAL VICTIMS: TRAINING PROGRAMS ARE PROVIDED FOR SCHOOL STAFF AND FACULTY TO HELP THEM IDENTIFY STUDENTS WHO MAY BE AT RISK FOR OR CURRENTLY BE VICTIMS OF TRAFFICKING. THESE TRAINING SESSIONS ARE USUALLY A PART OF TEACHER'S IN-SERVICE SESSIONS.. PROGRAMMING HAS ALSO BEEN DEVELOPED AND IMPLEMENTED WITH AREA MUNICIPAL AND COUNTY LAW ENFORCEMENT AGENCIES TO PROVIDE OFFICERS WITH SKILLS TO IDENTIFY VICTIMS OF TRAFFICKING AND TO USE EXISTING LAWS AND LEGAL PROCEDURES TO GIVE VICTIMS OPPORTUNITY TO BE REMOVED FROM THEIR SITUATION. GENERAL HUMAN TRAFFICKING AWARENESS TRAINING IS ALSO GIVEN TO MANY COMMUNITY, CHURCH AND SOCIAL ORGANIZATIONS TO HEIGHTEN AWARENESS OF THE ISSUE AND TO EMPOWER INDIVIDUALS TO KNOW WHAT SIGNS TO LOOK FOR IN THEIR COMMUNITIES AND HOW TO REPORT SUSPICIOUS ACTIVITY.
HUMAN TRAFFICKING SURVIVOR SUPPORT & ADVOCACY: WORKING DIRECTLY WITH SURVIVORS OF HUMAN TRAFFICKING AND THEIR FAMILIES. ACTING AS A RESOURCE TO CONNECT THEM TO QUALIFIES COUNSELING AND MENTORING SERVICES. ASSISTING SURVIVORS WITH FILING APPLICATIONS FOR SOCIAL SERVICES AND OTHER ASSISTANCE.
FIERCE PARENTING: A SERIES OF TWELVE VIDEO TRAINING SESSIONS THAT HELP PARENTS/CAREGIVERS UNDERSTAND THE COMPLEXITIES OF HUMAN SEX TRAFFICKING AND HOW IT AFFECTS OUR CHILDREN TODAY. WE START FROM THE VERY BASICS OF NAVIGATING THE INTERNET IN A SAFE WAY - ESPECIALLY RELEVANT NOW THAT KIDS ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE VAST AMOUNTS OF SCREEN TIME DUE TO REMOTE LEARNING. WE MOVE INTO MORE COMPLEX TOPICS SUCH AS GROOMING, SUGARING, SEXTING/SEXTORTION AND DOXING AND GIVE PARENTS/CAREGIVERS TOOLS TO ENGAGE THEIR CHILDREN SO THAT THE WHOLE FAMILY UNIT HAS THE SAME KNOWLEDGE AND IS ON THE SAME PAGE AND COMMUNICATING USING THE SAME LANGUAGE.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Jennifer Almquist Executive Director | Officer | 50 | $36,923 |
Aaron Libner President | OfficerTrustee | 4 | $0 |
David Malone Vice President | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Daniel Carlson Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
David Almquist Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 10 | $0 |
Cathy Jenson Board Member | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $5,008 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $0 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $246,063 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $251,071 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $3,002 |
| 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 | $26,389 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | -$5,066 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $275,396 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $396 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $36,923 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $12,184 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $108,149 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $0 |
| Payroll taxes | $13,264 |
| Fees for services: Management | $36,304 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $0 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $6,406 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $0 |
| Advertising and promotion | $116 |
| Office expenses | $7,713 |
| Information technology | $9,515 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $28,896 |
| Travel | $4,589 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $795 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $693 |
| Insurance | $7,110 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $280,304 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $55,775 |
| 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 | $1,836 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $0 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $1,040 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $58,651 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $1,530 |
| 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 | $4,730 |
| Total liabilities | $6,260 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $52,285 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $106 |
| 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 | $58,651 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 6 grants that Fierce Freedom Inc has recieved totaling $144,208.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Thrivent Charitable Impact & Investing Appleton, WI PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $89,500 |
Pablo Foundation Inc Eau Claire, WI PURPOSE: FIERCE FREEDOM PODCAST LAUNCH | $23,810 |
Otto Bremer Trust St Paul, MN PURPOSE: GENERAL OPERATIONS | $15,000 |
Michael Carlisle Charitable Tr 2 Eau Claire, WI PURPOSE: GENERAL OPERATING | $10,000 |
American Online Giving Foundation Inc Newark, DE PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $5,474 |
Amazonsmile Foundation Seattle, WA PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $424 |
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