2024-08-10T17:02:35-07:00 2023-12-31 990 2023-01-01 141891112 DANNON PROJECT DANN 2052024072 2324 5th Avenue North Birmingham AL 35203 Kerri Pruitt Executive Director 2052024072 2024-05-29 1 2023 2024-08-08 14:25:15Z X Kerri Pruitt 2324 5th Avenue North Birmingham AL 35203 5962906 0 X www.dannonproject.org X 1999 AL To insure maximum utilization of resources in the geographical area of the Central Alabama Workforce Development Area (i.e., Jefferson, Shelby, St. Clair, Walker, Blount, and Chilton); Calhoun County, Montgomery County, West Alabama (Tuscaloosa, Bibb, Fayette, Lamar, Marengo, Sumter, Pickens, Hale, and Green); Eastern Alabama (Russell and Lee Counties); and, the Chattahoochee River Region for Columbus, GA, by employing all of the resources in the area, including but not limited to, resources available from private charitable sources and from local, state, and federal governments to assist in the development of healthy communities and lifestyles, thereby, preventing violence and other at-risk behaviors that lead to unemployment, disease, incarceration and re-incarceration, premature death and generational cycles of poverty and economic exclusion. 5 5 108 5 0 0 6147226 5962906 0 0 0 0 0 0 6147226 5962906 0 0 0 0 1847158 1644310 0 0 0 4069609 2494977 5916767 4139287 230459 1823619 1868015 2289634 1543000 141000 325015 2148634 To provide reentry and other transitional and workforce training services to WIOA and several vulnerable populations, including unemployed, underemployed, uneducated and undereducated, adult and young adults who have been in conflict with the law, pregnant and parenting teens, uninsured and underinsured, and their families by reducing barriers such as homelessness or risk of becoming homeless, employment, discrimination, job training, education, behavioral health treatment, and several emergency support services. During the FY, the agency expanded its ACER Reentry model to nine West Alabama Counties and to the Chattahoochee River Valley Region encompassing contiguous Russell and Lee Counties (Eastern) Alabama. We also provide workforce development/readiness services across 16 Alabama counties. 0 0 2490000 2490000 2490000 Young Adult Reentry Programs (serving as an RP Intermediary) and Reentry Program (Adult Reentry Program) were funded by the Department of Labor ETA. The Young Adults and Adult programs provide reentry services to persons in conflict with the law or served in prison or jail. The Young Adult Intermediary Reentry Program (Growth Opportunities) serves as both a diversion and reentry program for young adults, male and female, between the ages of 18-24. Outcomes included a 3% recidivism rate overall, a 90% mentoring rate, a $14.89 average hourly earnings, an 84% Employment 2nd Quarter After Exit, an Employment Rate of 91% 4th Quarter After Exit, and an 82% Credential Attainment Rate. This program serves Site 01 (Jefferson County's WIOA North Central Alabama Region); Site 07 (West Alabama nine WIOA Region 3 counties); and the Chattahoochee River Valley Region of Columbus, GA en, compassing Russell and Lee Counties of AL (Eastern AL). The DOL RP (Pathways) served 419 male and female persons previously incarcerated between 18 and 60. All participants may not have ever had a sex crime other than prostitution. This program provides reentry services funded under the Pathways Home, a pre-release and post-release reentry program, and GO (Intermediary federally funded grants. Services provided include case management, education, housing assistance, job placement, job readiness, financial literacy, life skills, career counseling, career pathways establishment, violence prevention and intervention, mentoring, career training, certifications, and wraparound supportive services. All eligible participants are referred for medical healthcare and behavioral health services. Outcomes include a 100% enrollment rate, 96% participation rate, $15.04 average hourly earnings, 94% Entered Employment Rate, 92% Employment Retention Rate, and 3% Recidivism Rate. The Pathway Homes Initiative ended on 12/31/2023, which allowed us to extend pre-release programming in Jefferson County Jails and several Alabama Department of Corrections Prison facilities. 542500 542500 MBDA (FLEE Program) is an entrepreneurial training program for previously incarcerated persons. We served 50/50. 21 participants started micro-businesses during the fiscal year. The remaining participants will graduate in 2024. Funds received = $300,000. Funds Spent $300,000 ADMH is a contract to provide training and technical assistance across the State of Alabama for the National Stepping Up Initiative. We served 70% of all of Alabama's 66 Counties. Recognized nationally for stellar performance. Funds received $242,499.96. Funds Spent $242,499.96 574406 574406 WIOA FUNDED PROGRAMS: 1) The Youth Opportunity Careers (OSY) program includes funding and program services for participants who may or may not have been involved with the criminal justice system but are WIOA eligible. The Out of School Youth (OSY) Program funds 65 Out of School WIOA eligible students to receive occupational training and certifications leading to careers in high-demand and in-demand careers. The project succeeded with a 90% job placement rate, 97% Program Completion Rate, and 92% Certification Attainment. Services provided were recruitment, outreach, case management, job training, job readiness, occupational training, occupational certifications, coordination of behavioral health services and medical health services, mentoring, leadership, and job placement. Funds Received $449,405.53. Funds Spent $449,405.53 We were also granted the Work-Based Learning Program funding to provide work-based learning opportunities to 50 young adults aged 18-24. 88% of the participants enrolled were placed successfully on a work-based learning assignment and were offered F/T unsubsidized employment. Funds Received = $125,000.00; and funds spent = $125,000.00 100123 0 745000 Various: 1) City of Birmingham ESG (Emergency Shelter Grant) - TDP received a contract to provide Emergency Shelter Grant services. Total contract expenses = $41,484.53. We received a mini-grant from Wells Fargo Foundation ($10k), Caring Foundation ($5,000), and Compass Foundation ($1,000); $20,000 from local contributors to provide occupational training and certifications, career counseling, and job placement to 5 community applicants who were not qualified underfunded federal grants. Outcomes: 5/5 completed and attained their occupational training and credentials, and 5/5 became employed with local healthcare providers earning an average of $10.00 per hour. Outcomes: 81 participants completed the program and acquired certifications. We received a mini-grant from Wells Fargo Foundation to provide GED tutoring, occupational training and certifications, career counseling, and job placement to community applicants who were not qualified for underfunded federal grants. Outcomes: 80% completed and attained their occupational training and credentials; 87% became employed with a local employer earning an average of $14.14 per hour; and 11 attained their GED. We received contributions from various community members to provide emergency support services, including but not limited to emergency housing assistance, emergency utility assistance, childcare stipends, transportation vouchers, food assistance, work support, occupational training and certifications, and job placement activities. 76 persons were served from unrestricted funds. 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This process includes the following steps: Preparation: The Form 990 is initially prepared by the organization's accounting staff or an external accounting firm. Internal Review: The draft Form 990 is then reviewed by the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and other key financial personnel for accuracy and consistency with the organization's financial records. Governance Committee Review: The draft Form 990 is presented to the Finance Committee or the Audit Committee of the governing body for detailed review and discussion. Any necessary corrections or adjustments are made based on their feedback. Distribution to Governing Body: Once the Finance or Audit Committee approves the draft, a complete copy of the Form 990 is distributed to all members of the governing body for their review. Final Approval: The governing body is given an opportunity to provide additional comments or ask questions. After addressing any further concerns, the governing body formally approves the final version of the Form 990. Filing: The approved Form 990 is then filed with the IRS by the designated due date. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 12c The organization has established a systematic approach to regularly and consistently monitor and enforce compliance with its policies. The process includes the following steps: Policy Communication: Policies are communicated to all employees, volunteers, and governing body members through regular training sessions, written communications, and the organization's intranet. Regular Training: Mandatory annual training sessions are conducted to ensure that everyone understands the policies and their importance. New employees and volunteers receive policy training during their orientation. Designated Compliance Officer: A Compliance Officer is designated to oversee adherence to the policies. This officer is responsible for monitoring compliance activities and addressing any issues that arise. Internal Audits: Regular internal audits are conducted to review and assess compliance with the policies. These audits are scheduled quarterly and include a review of records, interviews with staff, and observations of processes. Reporting Mechanisms: The organization has established clear reporting mechanisms for violations or concerns. Staff and volunteers can report potential policy breaches anonymously through a dedicated hotline or an online reporting system. Incident Response: When a potential policy violation is reported, an immediate investigation is conducted. The Compliance Officer reviews the incident, gathers relevant information, and determines whether a policy breach has occurred. Corrective Actions: If a policy violation is confirmed, appropriate corrective actions are taken. These actions may include additional training, changes in procedures, or disciplinary measures, depending on the severity of the violation. Documentation and Reporting: All compliance activities, including training sessions, audits, and investigations, are thoroughly documented. The Compliance Officer provides regular reports to the governing body, detailing compliance status and any actions taken. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 15 The board utilizes salary comparability information from SHRM. The board also reviews Performance Reviews: Annual performance reviews are conducted for each top management official and key employee. These reviews consider individual performance, achievement of organizational goals, and overall contribution to the organization. Approval Process: The Compensation Committee reviews the performance evaluations and comparability data to determine appropriate compensation levels. Executive Director: The process was last undertaken in 2022. Form 990, Part VI, Section C, Line 19 Physical Copies: Printed copies of these documents are available upon request at the organization's main office. Visitors can request and review these documents during regular business hours. Public Disclosures: The organization also includes information on how to access these documents in its annual report, which is distributed to stakeholders and made available to the public. The report provides instructions on how to request copies of the documents. Guidestar: The organization uploads its financial statements and governing documents to GuideStar. These platforms provide public access to the documents for anyone conducting research on the organization. Form 990, Part IX, Line 24e Occupational Training, Exams, Participant Transportation costs, Participant Supportive Services Our Accounting Manager died on March 9, 2024. We have been aggressively seeking a permanent replacement. We worked with a temporary agency for immediate help, but no permanent applicant has accepted the position and understands how to prepare records for processing.