First 72

Organization Overview

First 72 is located in New Orleans, LA. The organization was established in 2015. According to its NTEE Classification (P80) the organization is classified as: Centers to Support the Independence of Specific Populations, under the broad grouping of Human Services and related organizations. As of 12/2021, First 72 employed 24 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. First 72 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, First 72 generated $1.8m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 6 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 32.8% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $1.8m during the year ending 12/2021. While expenses have increased by 41.7% 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.

Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing

TAX YEAR

2021

Describe the Organization's Mission:

Part 3 - Line 1

OUR MISSION IS TO STOP THE CYCLE OF INCARCERATION BY FOSTERING INDEPENDENCE AND SELF-SUSTAINABILITY THROUGH EDUCATION,STABLE AND SECURE HOUSING & EMPLOYMENT, HEALTH CARE, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT. THROUGH THE LEADERSHIP AND WISDOM OF FORMERLY INCARCERATED PEOPLE THEMSELVES, THE FIRST 72+ TRANSFORMS THE RE-ENTRY EXPERIENCE INTO ONE THAT BUILDS ON THE STRENGTHS AND ABILITIES OF PEOPLE RETURNING HOME FROM PRISON AND ENSURES THAT THEY, THEIR FAMILIES, AND THEIR COMMUNITIES ARE GIVEN THE GREATEST OPPORTUNITY TO GROW AND THRIVE.

Describe the Organization's Program Activity:

Part 3 - Line 4a

EXONEREE SUPPORT SERVICES: WE PROVIDED CASE MANAGEMENT, PEER MENTORSHIP, AND DIRECT FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE TO 32 PEOPLE WHO WERE WRONGFULLY CONVICETED


MISC PROGRAMS TO SERVICE CLIENTS, INCLUDING ACCESS TO AFFORDABLE HOUSING, ECONOMIC EMPOWERMENT, LEGAL SERVICE CLINIC AND SMALL BUSINESS INCUBATOR TO NEARLY 1,200 INDIVIDUALS IN 2021


HOUSING FOR FORMELY INCARCERATED PEOPLE; WE PROVIDED FREE EMERGENCY AND TRANSITIONAL HOUSING AND SUPPORTIVE WRAP AROUND SERVICES TO APPROXIMATELY 150 PEOPLE RECENTLY RELEASED FROM JAIL AND PRISON WE ALSO FINISHED DESIGNS, SECURED CONSTRUCTION PERMITS, RAISED AN ADDITIONAL FUNDS TO BUILD A NEW TRANSITIONAL HOUSE TO ADD 8 ADDITIONAL BEDS TO OUR PROGRAM. CONSTRUCTION IS IN PROGRESS


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Board, Officers & Key Employees

Name (title)Compensation
Norris Henderson
Vice Chair
$0
Jacob Mathew
Board Member
$0
Kenneth Dilosa
Secretary
$0
Robert Marks
Treasurer
$0
Blair Boutte
Chair
$0

Financial Statements

Statement of Revenue
Federated campaigns$0
Membership dues$0
Fundraising events$0
Related organizations$0
Government grants $321,264
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above$1,480,000
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f $0
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar$1,801,264
Total Program Service Revenue$0
Investment income $2,011
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 $1,803,275

Grants Awarded

Over the last fiscal year, First 72 has awarded $31,957 in support to 5 organizations.

Grant RecipientAmount

REAL GENTLEMEN BARBERSHOP LLC

PURPOSE: BUSINESS START-UP COSTS

$11,234

GEORGE TOCA LANDSCAPING

PURPOSE: BUSINESS START-UP COSTS

$10,711

ALL PRO MAINTENANCE SERVICES

PURPOSE: BUSINESS START-UP COSTS

$5,554

CUSTOM OPTICAL NEW ORLEANS

PURPOSE: BUSINESS START-UP COSTS

$3,458

FREE-DEM FOUNDATIONS INC

Org PageRecipient Profile

New Orleans, LA

PURPOSE: BUSINESS START-UP COSTS

$1,000
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Grants Recieved

Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 12 grants that First 72 has recieved totaling $579,880.

Awarding OrganizationAmount
Jewish Communal Fund

New York, NY

PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT

$408,000
The Greater New Orleans Foundation

New Orleans, LA

PURPOSE: PUBLIC/SOCIETY BENEFIT

$57,054
Paypal Charitable Giving Fund

Washington, DC

PURPOSE: General Support

$33,716
United Way Of Southeast Louisiana

New Orleans, LA

PURPOSE: GRANT FUNDING

$25,000
Amalgamated Charitable Foundation Inc

Washington, DC

PURPOSE: General operating support

$15,000
American Online Giving Foundation Inc

Newark, DE

PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT

$12,405
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