Ways For Life Inc is located in Melbourne, FL. The organization was established in 2019. 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 12/2022, Ways For Life Inc employed 12 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Ways For Life 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 12/2022, Ways For Life Inc generated $748.1k in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 3 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 52.7% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $659.1k during the year ending 12/2022. 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
2022
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
MISSION: WAYS FOR LIFE PROVIDES WRAPAROUND SUPPORT, RESOURCES, AND GUIDANCE FOR YOUNG ADULTS FORMERLY IN FOSTER CARE AND THOSE EXPERIENCING HOMELESSNESS. IN ADDITION TO SUPPORTING THE SUCCESSFUL TRANSITION TO ADULTHOOD, WE PROMOTE AWARENESS OF THE NEEDS OF OUR MEMBERS IN OUR COMMUNITY AND BEYOND. VISION: WE ARE A DIVERSE, FAMILY-LIKE COMMUNITY THAT SUPPORTS, INSPIRES, AND EMPOWERS THE YOUNG ADULTS WE SERVE.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
SUPPORT FOR HOMELESS YOUTH AND YOUTH AGING OUT OF FOSTER CARE, INCLUDING HOUSING, YOUTH SUPPORT, GROUP LIFE SKILLS CLASS, MENTORING, BENEFIT ASSESSMENT, PROVISION FOR ESSENTIAL NEEDS SUCH AS FOOD, CLOTHING, TRANSPORTATION, AND DRIVERS LICENSE & PERMIT FEES.YOUTH SUPPORT, GROUP LIFE SKILLS CLASS, MENTORING, BENEFIT ASSESSMENT, PROVISION FOR ESSENTIAL NEEDS SUCH AS FOOD, CLOTHING, TRANSPORTATION, AND DRIVERS LICENSE & PERMIT FEES.
GED FASTTRACK PROGRAM; INITIAL EDUCATIONAL LEVEL ASSESSMENTS, TUTORING, LEARNING LAB, TESTING FEES, PRACTICE TESTS, BOOKS, SUPPLIES, SNACKS, TRANSPORTATION & GRADUATION COSTS. CASE MANAGEMENT AND LEGAL SERVICES.
EVERY MOTHER'S ADVOCATE - PROGRAM TO ASSIST YOUNG PARENTS
Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
---|---|---|---|
Julia Irvin President | OfficerTrustee | $0 | |
Lisa Soloway Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | $0 | |
Betsy Farmer VP Outreach | Trustee | $0 | |
John Watson Director | Trustee | $0 | |
Nathaniel Cochrane Director | Trustee | $0 | |
Mark Gornto Secretary | OfficerTrustee | $0 |
Statement of Revenue | |
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Federated campaigns | $0 |
Membership dues | $0 |
Fundraising events | $0 |
Related organizations | $39,999 |
Government grants | $162,091 |
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $525,703 |
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $52,320 |
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $727,793 |
Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
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 | $18,845 |
Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
Total Revenue | $748,063 |
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. | $0 |
Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
Other salaries and wages | $282,133 |
Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
Other employee benefits | $0 |
Payroll taxes | $23,558 |
Fees for services: Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
Fees for services: Accounting | $6,995 |
Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Other | $222,481 |
Advertising and promotion | $4,139 |
Office expenses | $6,077 |
Information technology | $7,893 |
Royalties | $0 |
Occupancy | $64,665 |
Travel | $7,638 |
Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 |
Interest | $0 |
Payments to affiliates | $0 |
Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $23,837 |
Insurance | $3,295 |
All other expenses | $6,364 |
Total functional expenses | $659,075 |
Balance Sheet | |
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Cash—non-interest-bearing | $214,961 |
Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
Pledges and grants receivable | $62,832 |
Accounts receivable, net | $515 |
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 | $40,400 |
Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
Investments—other securities | $0 |
Investments—program-related | $0 |
Intangible assets | $0 |
Other assets | $5,105 |
Total assets | $323,813 |
Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $0 |
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 | $35,560 |
Total liabilities | $35,560 |
Net assets without donor restrictions | $288,253 |
Net assets with donor restrictions | $0 |
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 | $323,813 |