Youth Forward
- Assets
- $1.2m
- Revenue
- $1.7m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 11
- Location
- Sacramento, CA
- Founding
- 09/2017
- Data as of
- 12/2023
- EIN
- 81-5343876
Organization Overview
Youth Forward is located in Sacramento, CA. The organization was established in 2017. According to its NTEE Classification (F20) the organization is classified as: Substance Abuse Dependency, Prevention & Treatment, under the broad grouping of Mental Health & Crisis Intervention and related organizations. As of 12/2023, Youth Forward employed 11 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Youth Forward 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, Youth Forward generated $1.7m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 7 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 41.7% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $1.0m during the year ending 12/2023. 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:
Part 3 - Line 1
THE SPECIFIC PURPOSE OF THIS CORPORATION IS TO SUPPORT THE NEEDS OF DISADVANTAGED CHILDREN, YOUTH AND FAMILIES THROUGH EDUCATION, RESEARCH AND COMMUNITY-BASED ACTIVITIES.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
CANNABIS/PUBLIC HEALTHASSISTED YOUTH, PUBLIC HEALTH AND TRIBAL ORGANIZATIONS ACROSS THE STATE IN RAISING FUNDS FROM STATE AGENCIES TO SUPPORT YOUTH SUBSTANCE USE DISORDER PREVENTION. ALSO ASSISTED TRIBES IN RAISING FUNDS TO SUPPORT ENVIRONMENTAL RESTORATION OF TRIBAL LANDS DAMAGED BY ILLEGAL CANNABIS GROWS.EDUCATED POLICYMAKERS AND COMMUNITY LEADERS AT THE LOCAL AND STATE LEVELS REGARDING HEALTH RISKS ASSOCIATED WITH CANNABIS USE AND REGARDING CANNABIS ADVERTISING THAT IS DESIGNED TO ATTRACT CHILDREN AND YOUTH. ALSO WORKED TO ACHIEVE A BAN ON INTOXICATING HEMP PRODUCTS (DELTA 8, DELTA 9) THAT ARE BEING SOLD TO YOUTH IN CORNER STORES AND VAPE SHOPS.
YOUTH ADVOCACYCOORDINATED THE SAC KIDS FIRST COALITION, THE REGION'S LARGEST YOUTH ADVOCACY EFFORT. WORKED WITH THE CITY OF SACRAMENTO TO SUPPORT THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE CHILDREN'S FUND OVERSIGHT AND PLANNING COMMISSION. BROUGHT TOGETHER EXPERTS IN THE FOSTER CARE SYSTEM TO DEVELOP A PLAN TO SUPPORT AGING OUT FOSTER YOUTH THROUGH A BASIC INCOME PROGRAM. ENGAGED EARLY CHILDHOOD ADVOCATES IN DEVELOPING AN EARLY CHILDHOOD STRATEGY FOR THE CITY OF SACRAMENTO. WORKED WITH THE SAC FIRE DEPARTMENT TO RAISE FUNDS TO DEVELOP A PAID JOB TRAINING PROGRAM FOR VULNERABLE YOUNG ADULTS TO BECOME EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIANS AND TO START CAREERS IN HEALTH, FIREFIGHTING AND PUBLIC SERVICE.
YOUTH MENTAL HEALTHPROMOTED YOUTH MENTAL WELLNESS AT THREE SACRAMENTO HIGH SCHOOLS THROUGH DEVELOPING SUPPORT GROUPS DURING THE LUNCH HOUR AND AFTERSCHOOL.PROVIDED TRAINING AND SUPPORT TO SCHOOL-BASED MENTAL HEALTH CLINICIANS AT THE SACRAMENTO COUNTY OFFICE OF EDUCATION. EDUCATED HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS REGARDING THE HEALTH IMPACTS OF CANNABIS USE AND RISKS FOR MENTAL HEALTH ISSUES ASSOCIATED WITH CANNABIS USE.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Karen Kaur Dhillon President | OfficerTrustee | 3 | $595 |
Fernando Cibrian Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Amy Fitzgerald Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Carmen Martinez Director | Trustee | 1 | $1,000 |
Alexandra Pitts Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Jay Franco Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $39,081 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $1,637,142 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $600 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $1,676,223 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $9,875 |
| Investment income | $72 |
| 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 | $1,686,170 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $2,000 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $23,840 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $174,635 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $25,694 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $523,687 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $27,521 |
| Other employee benefits | $41,572 |
| Payroll taxes | $55,038 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $34,040 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $24,713 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $14,113 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $45,867 |
| Travel | $18,237 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 |
| Interest | $1,032 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $7,483 |
| Insurance | $9,215 |
| All other expenses | $1,022 |
| Total functional expenses | $1,047,865 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $452,876 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $275,899 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $376,250 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $20,750 |
| 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 | $4,064 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $11,849 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $46,493 |
| Other assets | $6,400 |
| Total assets | $1,194,581 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $49,139 |
| 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 | $58,350 |
| Total liabilities | $107,489 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $220,197 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $866,895 |
| 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 | $1,194,581 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Youth Forward has awarded $60,000 in support to 3 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
CALIFORNIA URBAN PARTNERSHIP PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $30,000 |
GREENTECH ED AND EMPLOYMENT PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $20,000 |
KIDS FIRST CALIFORNIA PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $10,000 |