2024-05-07T14:38:22-07:00 2023-06-30 200276349 MUN CPAs LLP 2901 Douglas Blvd Ste 290 Roseville CA 95661 990 2022-07-01 942481188 CORA Community Overcoming Relationship Abuse CORA 6506520800 2211 Palm Avenue San Mateo CA 94403 Karen Ferguson CEO 2024-05-07 true Karen Ferguson 999009999 true Justin J Williams CPA P00851793 9167744208 2 AAL1 IAL1 FAL1 2022 2023-04-26 12:10:37Z 2211 Palm Avenue San Mateo CA 94403 7572778 false X www.corasupport.org X 1977 CA CORA PROVIDES SAFETY, SUPPORT AND HEALING FOR INDIVIDUALS WHO EXPERIENCE ABUSE IN AN INTIMATE RELATIONSHIP, AND EDUCATE THE COMMUNITY TO BREAK THE CYCLE OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE OUR SERVICES INCLUDE A 24-HOUR HOTLINE, SUPPORT GROUPS, LEGAL SERVICES, EMERGENCY & TRANSITIONAL HOUSING. SERVICES ARE PROVIDED IN MULTIPLE LANGUAGES. 13 13 68 61 0 6316857 7444987 0 148683 109270 15379 -15230 6480919 7539027 731043 1310476 0 3705796 5065660 0 361657 1700171 1203112 6137010 7579248 343909 -40221 9307630 9281169 3220415 3073428 6087215 6207741 X CORAS MISSION IS TO PROVIDE SAFETY, SUPPORT AND HEALING FOR INDIVIDUALS WHO EXPERIENCE ABUSE IN AN INTIMATE RELATIONSHIP, AND EDUCATE THE COMMUNITY TO BREAK THE CYCLE OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE. CORAS VISION IS A SOCIETY WHERE INTIMATE PARTNERS TREAT ONE ANOTHER WITH RESPECT, WHERE DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AND OTHER FORMS OF RELATIONSHIP ABUSE ARE NOT TOLERATED, AND WHERE SERVICES ARE ACCESSIBLE TO ALL WHO NEED THEM. false false 2398185 1284127 1596189 Supportive housing and emergency shelter:CORA offers supportive housing and subsidies to those left homeless due to domestic violence as well as emergency shelter for those fleeing violence. In addition, during the pandemic housing and emergency shelter staff have assisted clients with understanding financial support available to them through COVID relief funding (e.g., child tax credit payments, economic stimulus.) Our aim is to help individuals and families become self-sufficient by finding permanent housing and increasing income. During the fiscal year 2022-23, 321 clients received supportive housing and or emergency shelter services. 1352797 7620 985994 Family support services:Mental health services - CORA offers therapeutic counseling services. Counseling and support groups are led by trained, trauma-informed specialists. Services are available in English and Spanish and are open to survivors and their children. To maintain access to services and social distancing, services have been provided virtually through a telehealth format. During the fiscal year 2022-23, 1,097 San Mateo County residents received mental health services through CORA. Community Education - CORA provides education on domestic violence, including understanding relationship abuse, warning signs of abuse, power and control, tech abuse, and how to help someone who may be in a violent relationship. We also offer tailored workshops on topics such as healthy relationships for youth and preventing teen dating violence. Trained intimate partner abuse educators are available to provide workshops for any group in San Mateo County. During the fiscal year 2022-23, CORA educated 1,291 community members about intimate partner abuse. 853362 15723 524635 CSS (Crisis Support Services):CORA's CSS Department serves as the front door to the agency for clients and the community. 24 hours a day, seven days a week, CSS provides a lifeline for people in the midst of a domestic violence crisis. With services available around the clock, the department serves as a first responder, offering immediate, compassionate, and skilled support to those in dire need. The department features two programs:24-hour hotline - the hotline is how the majority of those fleeing domestic violence get connected to needed services. The hotline helps someone at risk to safety plan and provides an assessment of risks and needs, moving them to emergency housing shelter or referring them to another department as indicated. It is a vital component of ensuring the community has access to intervention services in their moment of need.Emergency Response Program (ERP) is a joint project with countywide law enforcement, where CORA provides timely intervention and advocacy. This joint project bridges the gap between immediate danger and ongoing support. In collaboration with local police and sheriff departments, this program ensures survivors in crisis situations are connected to services that can help them navigate the crisis. ERP is a contact point for law enforcement officers who are dispatched to or otherwise encounter residents in need due to domestic violence. CORAs crisis counselors work with law enforcement to offer support, safety planning, and essential resources.During the fiscal year 2022-23, CORAs CSS team answered 4,827 calls and responded to 3,118 law enforcement referrals. With total revenue of $524,635, the CSS Department continues to be a beacon of hope and support, demonstrating CORA's unwavering commitment to those affected by domestic violence. 647984 3006 678678 5252328 true true false false false false false false false false true false false false false true true false false false false false false false true false false false true true false false false false false false false false true false false false false false false false false true 61 0 true 68 true false false false false false false false 0 false false false false false false false X 13 13 false false false false false false false true true false false true true true true true true true true false CA X Karen Ferguson 6506520800 2211 PALM AVENUE SAN MATEO CA 94403 Karen Ferguson CEO 40.00 0.00 X 195738 0 56455 Rupinder Malhi CFO 40.00 0.00 X 162121 0 25960 Lynn Scheutte Quality & SI Dir 40.00 0.00 126260 0 18467 Tracey Cook Director of HR 40.00 0.00 120416 0 11277 Alyssa Wieting Director of Dev. 40.00 0.00 110000 0 12378 Melissa Gibbs Sr Mgr of Legal Sv 40.00 0.00 101106 0 10792 Linda Adler Vice-Chair 3.00 0.00 X X 0 0 0 Lara McDonald Board Member 2.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 Christelle Carlon Board Member 2.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 Karuna Chibber Board Member 2.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 Michelle Fowler Board Member 2.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 Donald Duffy Magilligan Board Member 2.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 Phoebe Venkat Board Member 2.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 Kevin Imboden Chair 3.00 0.00 X X 0 0 0 Toni Martinez Board Member 2.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 Dan Rave Treasurer 3.00 0.00 X X 0 0 0 Eileen Sherman Leman Board Member 2.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 Sarah Mizra Board Member 2.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 Jill Morris Board Member 40.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 815641 135329 6 false true false Centarus Inc 1485 Bayshore Blvd 154 San Francisco CA 94124 IT Services 110655 1 109422 5245195 2090370 103491 7444987 0 80593 80593 0 0 0 47198 18521 28677 28677 28677 109422 15230 -15230 -15230 0 0 0 7539027 94040 0 1310476 1310476 0 0 440274 306362 106649 27263 0 3921419 2705139 969246 247034 0 374041 270042 82590 21409 329926 236711 73053 20162 0 0 0 0 0 0 180830 109472 63163 8195 17954 2431 226 15297 39092 9305 27786 2001 329554 55413 265952 8189 0 73265 33127 40138 13266 8348 2794 2124 0 0 59556 59556 0 141466 141466 34981 34981 Gifts In-Kind 103491 103491 REPAIRS & MAINTENANCE 85545 40962 44583 Staff development & recruiting 41428 27501 13551 376 Bank charges 34621 357 27089 7175 48063 33191 12440 2432 7579248 5252328 1965263 361657 950558 1005985 0 1684122 1241433 600 0 0 0 0 0 93076 216545 5974719 2181048 3834286 3793671 2744988 3011909 0 0 11626 0 9307630 9281169 350926 459150 59765 45461 2609724 2568817 200000 3220415 3073428 X 684432 5614454 5402783 593287 6087215 6207741 9307630 9281169 -40221 160747 X X false true X true true true X 5518882 6251007 6157545 6316857 7335565 31579856 0 0 5518882 6251007 6157545 6316857 7335565 31579856 0 31579856 72972 53025 70276 148683 109270 454226 0 48337 3890 4746 15379 94192 166544 32200626 24301 0.98070 0.98050 X RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED 1526640 1526640 3893492 1636200 2257292 11779 11779 542808 533069 9739 3793671 X 7742883 160747 27879 15230 203856 7539027 7539027 7622357 27879 15230 43109 7579248 7579248 Part X : FIN48 Footnote CORA IS EXEMPT FROM TAXATION UNDER INTERNAL REVENUE CODE SECTION 501(C)(3) AND CALIFORNIA REVENUE AND TAXATION CODE SECTION 23701D. GENERALLY ACCEPTED ACCOUNTING PRINCIPLES PROVIDE ACCOUNTING AND DISCLOSURE GUIDANCE ABOUT POSITIONS TAKEN BY AN ORGANIZATION IN ITS TAX RETURNS THAT MIGHT BE UNCERTAIN. MANAGEMENT HAS CONSIDERED ITS TAX POSITIONS AND BELIEVES THAT ALL THE POSITIONS TAKEN BY CORA IN ITS FEDERAL AND STATE EXEMPT ORGANIZATION TAX RETURNS ARE MORE LIKELY THAN NOT TO BE SUSTAINED UPON EXAMINATION. CORA'S RETURNS ARE SUBJECT TO EXAMINATION BY FEDERAL AND STATE TAXING AUTHORITIES, GENERALLY FOR THREE AND FOUR YEARS, RESPECTIVELY, AFTER THEY ARE FILED. Part XI, Line 2d: Other revenue amounts included in F/S but not included on form 990 Fundraising Expenes $15230 Part XII, Line 2d: Other expenses and losses per audited F/S Fundraising Expenes $15230 false 45th Anniversary - October 2022 81001 81001 8759 3540 280 Thriving Together - April 2023 28421 28421 1250 1152 249 109422 109422 1250 9911 3540 529 15230 -15230 false 0 0 Rental Assistance & Emergency Lodgi 133 1310476 Cost Rental Assistance & Emergency Lodgi false false false false false false false false false Karen Ferguson CEO 195738 6886 49569 252193 Rupinder Malhi CFO 162121 3530 22430 188081 X 61373 FMV X 1 29952 FMV X Child Toys 1 10000 FMV X Fence Material & Labor 1 9810 FMV false false false Form 990, Part III, Line 4d OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES 4: Legal services:CORA works collaboratively with the San Mateo County District Attorneys Office to ensure survivors of domestic violence understand their rights as a victim-witness and have access to the criminal system. Services provided include legal advocacy and representation. CORAs legal department attorneys and staff offer free and confidential assistance with restraining orders and related family law issues (e.g., divorce, custody/visitation, establishment of paternity, child/spousal support); provide court accompaniment, advocacy and representation; and make referrals to resources where appropriate in order to help clients assert their rights. During the fiscal year 2022-23, 62 clients were provided legal representation and 30 were accompanied to court hearings. Legal information line - CORAs legal information line accepts messages relating to legal aspects of domestic violence situations. CORA attorneys return calls within two days, dispensing legal advice, information and referrals on legal issues, including restraining orders, child custody, divorce and immigration. During the fiscal year 2022-23, the department responded to 1,973 requests for service on the legal information line. OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES 5: Prevention & Community Engagement:CORA's Prevention & Community Engagement Department is dedicated to implementing primary prevention programs and cultivating community engagement to raise awareness, provide education, and create a supportive network in San Mateo County against domestic violence.The department is comprised of four programs:"Speak Up"- a tailored Community Education Program that empowers local businesses with the knowledge and tools to recognize and effectively respond to domestic violence situations among employees and customers. Through three-module training, businesses learn to understand domestic violence, recognize the red flags, and provide appropriate support.YEA! (Youth Education & Advocacy) program - engages and educates middle and high school students on relationship violence and healthy relationships. It is designed to empower youth through awareness, education, and advocacy. The YEA! program involves on-site training for students on teen dating violence and the creation of student-led groups for healthy relationships initiatives. This program is essential in CORA's mission to prevent domestic violence through proactive educational outreach in schools.East Palo Alto Community Advocacy - Through a community office based in East Palo Alto CORA provides domestic violence education, outreach and advocacy to the residents of East Palo Alto (EPA). A full-time Community Advocate provides one-on-one intervention services EPA residents who are experiencing domestic violence with case management, safety planning, risk assessment, education, and referral. In addition, the Community Advocate increases community awareness and understanding of domestic violence through outreach events.TDAH (To Do At Home"), is a primary prevention initiative created by CORA. It is designed to provide families with young children engaging educational activities that help them to foster family bonding. Activities are strategically selected to strengthen family bonds and inoculate against domestic violence. The TDAH program, since its inception, has been successful in engaging a breadth of community partners, including schools, libraries, and housing agencies. This program represents a vital part of CORA's efforts in domestic violence prevention and community engagement.During the fiscal year 2022-23 the Prevention and Community Engagement Department served 63 businesses through Speak Up, 167 students through YEA!, 97 households through East Palo Alto satellite office and 411 families through TDAH. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 11b The Director of Finance reviews the 990 before it is provided to the Board of Directors. An Overview of the 990 is also provided. This is all done before the 990 is filed. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 12c ALL MEMBERS OF THE AGENCY'S GOVERNING BOARD AND OFFICERS/KEY EMPLOYEES ARE REQUESTED TO SIGN A CONFLICT OF INTEREST AND DISCLOSURE STATEMENT ON AN ANNUAL BASIS. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 15a WE USE A NON-PROFIT SURVEY OF OVER 500 NON-PROFITS IN THE AREA AND THE BOARD CONDUCTS AN INDEPENDENT BOARD MEETING TO DISCUSS PERFORMANCE OF THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR THIS PROCESS WAS LAST UNDERTAKEN IN 2020. Form 990, Part VI, Section C, Line 19 THE AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS ARE MADE AVAILABLE ON THE ORGANIZATION'S WEBSITE AND UPON REQUEST (EITHER BY MAIL OR AT THE ORGANIZATION'S OFFICE). GOVERNING DOCUMENTS AND CONFLICT OF INTEREST POLICIES ARE MADE AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST AND ARE ALSO A PART OF THE BOARD MEMBERS ORIENTATION MANUAL. THE FORM 990 AND FORM 1023 ARE MADE AVAILABLE TO THE PUBLIC UPON REQUEST. Form 990, Part XII, Line 2c THE PROCESS FOR OVERSIGHT OF THE FINANCIAL STATEMENT AUDIT OR THE PROCESS FOR SELECTION OF AN INDEPENDENT ACCOUNTANT HAS NOT CHANGED FROM PRIOR YEAR.