Jacksonville Area Sexual Minority Youth Network Inc

Organization Overview

Jacksonville Area Sexual Minority Youth Network Inc, operating under the name Jasmyn, is located in Jacksonville, FL. The organization was established in 1995. According to its NTEE Classification (R26) the organization is classified as: Lesbian & Gay Rights, under the broad grouping of Civil Rights, Social Action & Advocacy and related organizations. As of 12/2021, Jasmyn employed 28 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Jasmyn 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, Jasmyn generated $4.1m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 7 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 15.3% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $2.5m during the year ending 12/2021. While expenses have increased by 8.4% per year over the past 7 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:

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JASMYN SUPPORTS AND EMPOWERS LGBTQ YOUNG PEOPLE BY CREATING SAFE SPACE, PROVIDING HEALTH AND WHOLENESS SERVICES, AND OFFERING YOUTH DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES, WHILE BRINGING TOGETHER PEOPLE AND RESOURCES TO PROMOTE EQUALITY AND HUMAN RIGHTS. THE ORGANIZATION WORKS INTENTIONALLY IN FIVE AREAS TO MEET THE MISSION: HEALTH SERVICES, HOUSING , STUDENT OPPORTUNITY, MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT.

Describe the Organization's Program Activity:

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HEALTH SERVICES: JASMYN IS A STATE CERTIFIED HIV COUNSELING AND TESTING SITE, OFFERING ON-SITE SERVICES AND COMMUNITY OUTREACH/TESTING. IN 2021, JASMYN COMPLETED 475 HIV TESTS WITH YOUNG PEOPLE, CONTRIBUTING TO A VIRAL SUPPRESSION RATE OF 76%. JASMYN STAFF LINKED 100% OF OUR HIV+ CLIENTS TO MEDICAL CARE LAST YEAR, PROVIDING LINKAGE, RETENTION AND MEDICATION ADHERENCE SUPPORT FOR 63 YOUNG PEOPLE. IN COLLABORATION WITH THE FLORIDA DEPT. OF HEALTH- DUVAL COUNTY, JASMYN OFFERED A WEEKLY DROP-IN SEXUAL HEALTH CLINIC OR MOBILE HEALTH UNITS ON CAMPUS TO PROVIDE OVER 1275 CONTACTS FOR SCREENING AND TREATMENT OF SYPHILIS, GONORRHEA, AND CHLAMYDIA. MORE THAN 50,000 CONDOMS WERE DISTRIBUTED DURING THE YEAR AND A HEALTH NAVIGATION PROGRAM CONNECTING HIV- NEGATIVE YOUNG MEN OF COLOR WITH PREP, PRE-EXPOSURE PROPHYLAXIS, SERVED 39 YOUNG PEOPLE WITH EFFECTIVE BIOMEDICAL HIV PREVENTION. THREE PEER SUPPORT COORDINATORS SERVED AS INTERNS DURING THE YEAR, PROVIDING YOUTH LEADERSHIP TO CENTER OUR WORK IN THE LIVED EXPERIENCES OF YOUNG PEOPLE IMPACTED BY OUR PROGRAMS.


HOUSING SUPPORT: CARE COORDINATION SERVICES INCLUDING LINKAGE TO HOUSING RESOURCES ARE CRITICAL FOR YOUTH EXPERIENCING HOMELESSNESS, ESPECIALLY WHILE ALSO LIVING WITH HIV/AIDS OR SEEKING TO REDUCE RELIANCE ON SUBSTANCES. JASMYN PROVIDED OUTREACH, CONNECTION TO FOOD, SHOWERS, CYBER CENTER, AND TEMPORARY FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE TO A TOTAL OF 264 YOUNG PEOPLE EXPERIENCING HOMELESSNESS OR UNSTABLY HOUSED IN 2021. SEVENTY-FOUR (74) YOUTH RECEIVED INTENSIVE HOUSING CARE COORDINATION SUPPORT AND LINKAGES TO STABLE HOUSING, AND 37 WERE STABLY HOUSED THROUGH FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS.


STUDENT OPPORTUNITY: JASMYN HAD 2376 PROGRAM AND SERVICE CONTACTS WITH YOUTH AGES 13-19 ON AND OFF CAMPUS IN 2021, INCLUDING ONLINE PROGRAMS, ON CAMPUS OFFERINGS, AND CONTACTS WITH STUDENTS IN SCHOOLS THROUGH THE STUDENT SUPPORT PROGRAM. JASMYN PROVIDED SUPPORT TO OVER 20 AFTER SCHOOL CLUBS IN MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOLS IN NORTHEAST FLORIDA SCHOOLS, AND TRAINING AND SUPPORT FOR TEACHERS, ADMINISTRATORS, AND GUIDANCE COUNSELORS TO HELP CREATE A SAFE EDUCATIONAL ENVIRONMENT FOR ALL YOUNG PEOPLE. A FAMILY SUPPORT AND COMMUNITY ACCEPTANCE PROGRAM ENABLED JASMYN TO HIRE A PARENT CONSULTANT TO GUIDE CONVERSATIONS THAT PROMOTE ACCEPTANCE AND ADVOCACY WITH PARENTS AND OTHER FAMILY MEMBERS AND AT A WEEKLY FAMILY SPACE GATHERING.


MENTAL HEALTH ENHANCEMENT PROJECT: JASMYN'S NEWEST PROGRAM PROVIDED DROP IN HOURS AND ASSESSMENTS FOR YOUNG PEOPLE WITH HIGH RATES OF DEPRESSION AND ANXIETY. REFERRALS AND LINKAGES TO ON-CAMPUS AND TELE-MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES FOR THERAPEUTIC SUPPORT GROUPS, INDIVIDUAL COUNSELING AND PSYCHIATRIC CARE WERE PROVIDED FOR OVER 100 YOUNG PEOPLE DURING 2021. JASMYN LAUNCHED THE SAFE PLACE CAPITAL CAMPAIGN IN 2020 TO COMPLETE THE FINAL RENOVATIONS PLANNED ON OUR CAMPUS, EXPANDING ONE BUILDING TO CREATE ADDITIONAL CLINIC SPACE AND OFFICES, AND ENHANCE ACCESSIBILITY AND FIRE SAFETY FEATURES FOR OUR CAMPUS AS WELL AS TRANSFORM THE LARGE CORNER BACKYARD INTO USABLE OUTDOOR CLASSROOM, PERFORMANCE AND CHILL SPACE FOR OUR YOUNG PEOPLE AND THE COMMUNITY. AT THE END OF 2021, THE ORIGINAL GOAL OF 1.5 M HAD BEEN EXCEEDED AND DOLLARS WERE STILL BEING RAISED TO ACCOMMODATE THE RISING COSTS OF CONSTRUCTION. A GROUND BREAKING WAS HELD ON JANUARY 12, 2022, AND CONSTRUCTION HAS BEGUN FOR THIS PROJECT. THE FIRST PHASE OF BUILDING EXPANSION IS SCHEDULED TO BE COMPLETED BY THE END OF 2022, AND THE FINAL OUTDOOR SPACE WILL BE COMPLETED IN 2023.


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Board, Officers & Key Employees

Name (title)Compensation
Cynthia Watson
Chief Exec.
$95,488
Barbara Drake
Treasurer
$0
Ellen Thrower
Secretary
$0
Bruce Musser
Chair
$0
Chanley Dudley
Board Member
$0
Troy Farquhar
Board Member
$0

Financial Statements

Statement of Revenue
Federated campaigns$0
Membership dues$0
Fundraising events$328,743
Related organizations$59,400
Government grants $1,284,738
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above$2,493,696
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f $55,107
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar$4,166,577
Total Program Service Revenue$0
Investment income $6,993
Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds $0
Royalties $0
Net Rental Income $0
Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales $0
Net Income from Fundraising Events -$44,247
Net Income from Gaming Activities $0
Net Income from Sales of Inventory $0
Miscellaneous Revenue$0
Total Revenue $4,129,323

Grants Recieved

Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 16 grants that Jacksonville Area Sexual Minority Youth Network Inc has recieved totaling $687,924.

Awarding OrganizationAmount
The Community Foundation For Northeast Florida Inc

Jacksonville, FL

PURPOSE: FOR A SAFE PLACE CAMPAIGN

$250,000
The Community Foundation For Northeast Florida Inc

Jacksonville, FL

PURPOSE: TO FUND THE CAMPUS PARK. PAYMENT OF THIS GRANT WILL BE MADE UPON NOTIFICATION FROM YOU THAT THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE PARK IS SCHEDULED TO BEGIN

$87,500
The Community Foundation For Northeast Florida Inc

Jacksonville, FL

PURPOSE: TO FUND THE CAMPUS PARK. PAYMENT OF THIS GRANT WILL BE MADE UPON NOTIFICATION FROM YOU THAT THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE PARK IS SCHEDULED TO BEGIN

$87,500
The Community Foundation For Northeast Florida Inc

Jacksonville, FL

PURPOSE: FOR THE CAPITAL CAMPAIGN - CLINIC FUNDING

$50,000
The Community Foundation For Northeast Florida Inc

Jacksonville, FL

PURPOSE: GENERAL OPERATING

$50,000
United Way Of Northeast Florida Inc

Jacksonville, FL

PURPOSE: YOUTH HOMELESSNESS

$25,000
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