Smya Inc, operating under the name SMYAL (continued on Sch O), is located in Washington, DC. The organization was established in 1985. According to its NTEE Classification (P30) the organization is classified as: Children & Youth Services, under the broad grouping of Human Services and related organizations. As of 12/2023, SMYAL (continued on Sch O) employed 55 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. SMYAL (continued on Sch O) 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 12/2023, SMYAL (continued on Sch O) generated $5.3m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 8 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 29.9% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $4.9m during the year ending 12/2023. While expenses have increased by 30.2% 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.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
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SMYAL SUPPORTS AND EMPOWERS LGBTQ+ YOUTH AGES 6 THROUGH 24. SINCE 1984, SMYAL HAS WORKED TO MEET THE NEEDS OF LGBTQ+ YOUTH THROUGH AFFIRMING PROGRAMS, HOUSING SUPPORT, ACCESSIBLE MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES, LEADERSHIP TRAINING, AND COMMUNITY OUTREACH.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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COMMUNITY EDUCATION: SOCIAL SUPPORT PROGRAMS ARE DESIGNED TO PROVIDE YOUTH WITH A SAFE SPACE TO EXPRESS THEMSELVES AND BUILD COMMUNITY. CULTURAL COMPETENCY TRAININGS ARE PROVIDED TO INDIVIDUALS AND ORGANIZATIONS TO ENCOURAGE THE ACKNOWLEDGEMENT AND ACCEPTANCE OF DIFFERENCES IN APPEARANCE, BEHAVIOR AND CULTURE.
YOUTH LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT: LEADERSHIP PROGRAMS ARE DESIGNED TO EQUIP YOUNG PEOPLE WITH THE SKILLS, RESOURCES, AND SUPPORT THEY NEED TO ENACT CHANGE AS THE LEADERS OF TOMORROW AND TODAY. INCLUDED IN THIS PROGRAMMING IS THE ANNUAL RISEUP! CONFERENCE.
TRANSITIONAL HOUSING: THE YOUTH HOUSING PROGRAM PROVIDES SAFE AND STABLE SHELTER, FOOD, CASE MANAGEMENT SERVICES, MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELING, CRISIS INTERVENTION, AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT FOR ITS RESIDENTS AS THEY TRANSITION FROM HOMELESSNESS TO SUSTAINABLE INDEPENDENCE.
HEALTH AND WELLNESS: THE CLINICAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT PROVIDES AFFIRMING AND ACCESSIBLE MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELING TO LGBTQ+ YOUTH THROUGH INDIVIDUAL THERAPY, GROUP SESSIONS, AND FAMILY THERAPY. THE BILINGUAL STREET OUTREACH PROGRAM IS DESIGNED TO FILL GAPS IN SERVICES FOR SPANISH-LGBTQ+ YOUTH IN DC BYBUILDING RELATIONSHIPS WITH AND CONNECTINGTHEM TO AFFIRMING RESOURCES IN THE LANGUAGE THEY SPEAK.
Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
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Lamar Braithwaite President | OfficerTrustee | 5 | $0 |
Milla Sanes Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 5 | $0 |
Lisa Manley Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 5 | $0 |
Javier Aquino Board Member | Trustee | 5 | $0 |
Laura Fraher Board Member | Trustee | 5 | $0 |
Sharon Davis Board Member | Trustee | 5 | $0 |
Statement of Revenue | |
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Federated campaigns | $65,211 |
Membership dues | $0 |
Fundraising events | $442,310 |
Related organizations | $0 |
Government grants | $2,791,670 |
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $2,099,017 |
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $5,398,208 |
Total Program Service Revenue | $21,166 |
Investment income | $55,341 |
Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
Royalties | $0 |
Net Rental Income | $0 |
Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
Net Income from Fundraising Events | -$140,096 |
Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
Total Revenue | $5,334,619 |
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. | $29,400 |
Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $201,660 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $4,151 |
Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
Other salaries and wages | $2,324,166 |
Pension plan accruals and contributions | $25,053 |
Other employee benefits | $260,145 |
Payroll taxes | $209,258 |
Fees for services: Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Legal | $26,087 |
Fees for services: Accounting | $150,476 |
Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Other | $207,273 |
Advertising and promotion | $78,524 |
Office expenses | $490,961 |
Information technology | $25,420 |
Royalties | $0 |
Occupancy | $830,344 |
Travel | $8,178 |
Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $15,512 |
Interest | $1,786 |
Payments to affiliates | $0 |
Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $20,042 |
Insurance | $39,296 |
All other expenses | $0 |
Total functional expenses | $4,947,534 |
Balance Sheet | |
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Cash—non-interest-bearing | $200 |
Savings and temporary cash investments | $1,580,137 |
Pledges and grants receivable | $888,041 |
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 | $187,045 |
Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
Investments—other securities | $0 |
Investments—program-related | $0 |
Intangible assets | $2,172 |
Other assets | $426,487 |
Total assets | $3,084,082 |
Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $142,296 |
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 | $519,317 |
Total liabilities | $661,613 |
Net assets without donor restrictions | $2,222,469 |
Net assets with donor restrictions | $200,000 |
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 | $3,084,082 |