Becoming Independent
- Assets
- $30.3m
- Revenue
- $16.9m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 360
- Location
- Santa Rosa, CA
- Founding
- 07/1980
- Data as of
- 06/2024
- EIN
- 94-2641147
Organization Overview
Becoming Independent is located in Santa Rosa, CA. The organization was established in 1980. According to its NTEE Classification (P82) the organization is classified as: Developmentally Disabled Centers, under the broad grouping of Human Services and related organizations. As of 06/2024, Becoming Independent employed 360 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Becoming Independent 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 06/2024, Becoming Independent generated $16.9m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 9 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 2.6% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $12.3m during the year ending 06/2024. 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
2024
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
BECOMING INDEPENDENT (BI) IS A NON-PROFIT COMMUNITY BENEFIT ORGANIZATION SERVING ADULTS WITH INTELLECTUAL AND DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES IN PURSUIT OF WORK, LIVING AND EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES. IN ADDITION TO 3 CORE AREAS OF FOCUS (EDUCATION, EMPLOYMENT AND LIVING SERVICES) BI ORGANIZES A VARIETY OF EVENTS ANNUALLY OPEN TO THE PUBLIC, INCLUDING OUR ANNUAL TALENT SHOW, BI OLYMPICS, BOWLING TOURNAMENTS AS WELL AS FUNDRAISERS SUCH AS OUR ANNUAL DINNER UNDER THE STARS GALA, LUAU, AND CRAB FEED.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
EDUCATION & EMPLOYMENT PROGRAMS:THIS FISCAL YEAR, BECOMING INDEPENDENT SERVED OVER 250 PEOPLE WITH INTELLECTUAL AND DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES IN OUR EDUCATION PROGRAMS AND ANOTHER 100 IN EMPLOYMENT PROGRAMS, ALL OF WHOM SHARE A COMMON GOAL OF LIVING MEANINGFUL AND FULFILLING LIVES THROUGH EXPLORATION AND DEVELOPMENT IN THE AREAS OF EDUCATION AND EMPLOYMENT. OUR PROGRAMS ARE CREATED WITH THE UNDERSTANDING THAT ALL PEOPLE HAVE THE RIGHT TO CHOOSE THEIR OWN PATHS AND THE RIGHT TO BE VALUED AS ACTIVE COMMUNITY MEMBERS. SERVICES INCLUDE BUILDING SKILLS IN THE AREAS OF HEALTH, WELLNESS, NUTRITION, SOCIALIZATION, COMMUNICATION, ARTS, MUSIC, SELF-ADVOCACY, JOB SKILLS AND ONGOING PROFESSIONAL GROWTH AND EXPLORATION.
LIVING SERVICES:OUR LIVING SERVICES TEAMS OFFER TWO SUPPORT OPTIONS FOR THOSE WHO CHOOSE TO LIVE INDEPENDENTLY. INDEPENDENT LIVING SERVICES (ILS), SERVING OVER 100 INDIVIDUALS ANNUALLY, ARE CENTERED AROUND DEVELOPING SKILLS TO ACHIEVE THE LEVEL OF INDEPENDENCE OF ONE'S CHOOSING. OBJECTIVES ARE DESIGNED BASED ON AN ASSESSMENT OF CURRENT SKILLS INCLUDING SELF-ADVOCACY, HEALTH AND SAFETY, PERSONAL AND SOCIAL SKILLS, MOBILITY, ACCESSING COMMUNITY RESOURCES, AND FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT. SUPPORTED LIVING SERVICES (SLS), SERVING OVER 50 INDIVIDUALS, PROVIDE THE SUPPORT REQUIRED FOR A PERSON TO LIVE THEIR MOST INDEPENDENT LIFE, IN THEIR OWN HOME, ON THEIR OWN TERMS. SERVICES ARE FLEXIBLE AND PERSON-CENTERED, OFFERING CUSTOMIZED ASSISTANCE.
TRANSPORTATION:AGENCY VEHICLES PROVIDE RIDES TO HUNDREDS OF INDIVIDUALS ANNUALLY TO AND FROM THEIR HOMES, JOBS, BI PROGRAM SITES, VOLUNTEER SITES AND COMMUNITY EVENTS ALL OVER SONOMA AND SURROUNDING COUNTIES. IN ADDITION, BI STANDS READY, AS IT HAS IN THE PAST, TO MAKE USE OF ITS FLEET OF VEHICLES TO HELP IN THE EVENT OF NEED, BE THAT DUE TO AN EMERGENCY OR OTHER NEED OF THE COMMUNITY WHEN POSSIBLE.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
David House Past President | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Joerg Olson Member | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Nicholas Dieter President | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Bonnie Burrell Vice President | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Donna Cates Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Carrie Mauritson Member | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Descor Builders Construction | 6/29/24 | $274,584 |
Black Box Network Services Av/lv Equipment | 6/29/24 | $135,445 |
The Engine Is Red Marketing | 6/29/24 | $106,961 |
Coogler's Auto Repair Auto Repair | 6/29/24 | $106,699 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $281,070 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $270,710 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $1,902,799 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $71,943 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $2,454,579 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $13,709,689 |
| Investment income | $530,729 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $85,210 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $141,145 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $16,931,855 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| 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. | $886,534 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $349,160 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $6,857,971 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $749,231 |
| Payroll taxes | $710,187 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $0 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $345,371 |
| Advertising and promotion | $59,232 |
| Office expenses | $0 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $116,171 |
| Travel | $107,041 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $192,955 |
| Interest | $20,820 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $914,905 |
| Insurance | $131,155 |
| All other expenses | $85,482 |
| Total functional expenses | $12,311,671 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $2,914,952 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $9,530,990 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $1,166,714 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $5,988 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $145,928 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $11,160,774 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $5,187,132 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $197,530 |
| Total assets | $30,310,008 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $838,621 |
| 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 | $187,204 |
| Total liabilities | $1,025,825 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $28,682,761 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $601,422 |
| 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 | $30,310,008 |