2025-11-14T12:22:57-08:00 2024-12-31 832884896 Michael Garza & Co LLC 8415 Speedway Dr San Antonio TX 78230 990 2024-01-01 742447137 Visitation House MinistriesInc VISI 2107356910 4503 Broadway San Antonio TX 78209 Anne Messbarger-Eguia Director 2025-11-14 true true Michael Garza CPA P00543101 2103410577 2024 2025-03-06 01:10:19Z 4503 Broadway San Antonio TX 78209 582596 false X www.visitationhouseministries.org X 1986 TX Visitation House Ministries mission is to meet, and hold as central, the needs of economically vulnerable women and children.Total Donated Services (In-Kind) for 2024 is as follows: Program Services $3,045 Fundraising 4,235 Administration 0 _______ Total In-Kind $7,280 ====== 11 10 7 42 0 168993 205795 675 1320 30047 139448 47412 29134 247127 375697 0 0 215505 189716 0 38645 115225 113401 330730 303117 -83603 72580 2390888 2559839 0 2390888 2559839 X Visitation House Ministries mission is to meet, and hold as central, the needs of economically vulnerable women and children.Total Donated Services (In-Kind) for 2024 is as follows: Program Services $3,045 Fundraising 4,235 Administration 0 _______ Total In-Kind $7,280 ====== false true 201289 Transitional Housing & Education Program:Visitation House Ministries Transitional Housing and Education Programs have historically offered resources, services, and opportunities for economically vulnerable women and their children. Through its programs, Visitation House Ministries focuses on the cycle of poverty resulting from limited education, which in turn limits opportunities for earning a living wage and leads to homelessness and family disintegration.For nearly 40 years the Transitional Housing component of VHM offered a two-year residential program by providing stability for homeless single mothers with young children and assisting them in gaining the education and skills needed to move from homelessness into permanent housing and sustainable economic independence. All families received intensive (weekly/daily) support services, including case management and referrals, life skills training, counseling, educational tutoring and academic advisement. In 2024, Visitation House Ministries provided transitional housing, education and comprehensive support services for five (5) homeless families consisting of five (5) adults and nine (9) children for a total of 3,251 days in residence. The transitional housing program was designed to bring about transformational change. Our goal has never been limited to providing social services and subsidized housing, but to offer the support necessary to help women make changes in their lives that will move them towards self-sufficiency. It challenges their internal motivation - believing that further education and a better job are not impossible dreams - and then offers them the resources and encouragement to achieve those dreams. Each mom pursued a distinctive education goal, particular to her level of education attainment. During the Spring and Fall semesters of 2024, three program participants attended San Antonio College (SAC), one worked towards earning her GED, and one participant graduated from the Goodwill Career Academy as a Medical Assistant. These women are first-generation students. Three participants maintained part-time employment while in school. The women attending SAC received grants that covered their tuition and books. Program participants who have income made minimal rent payments up to 30% of their part-time earnings less deductions for the number of children they had. Three participants were able to pay the highly subsidized rent and utilities. Two participants were under the support of our programming while working towards their certifications or looking for employment. When participants were able to pay for utilities, the bill was placed in their name, allowing them to develop budgeting skills and build credit. Visitation House Ministries, through its donors, supplied the families with hygiene and cleaning products that they could not purchase with their SNAP benefits. Program participants received weekly case management and referrals to other resources as necessary and weekly virtual individual counseling. Medicaid covered the childrens healthcare needs and the case manager referred the adults to area clinics that accept uninsured patients. Participants also received assistance with health-related costs such as eye and dental care. A key element of Visitation House programming was the Children Enrichment Program. Over 38 years of professional experience has taught us that the children will be the change agents to break generational cycles of poverty and/or homelessness. The goal of this program is to address and mitigate factors that place children at risk of poor academic outcomes. These factors include migration from school to school and high rates of absenteeism due to financial barriers, residential instability and family violence. The after-school coordinator was a paid intern earning a degree in Psychology. The latter carried out the daily work of providing academic, inspirational and motivational support for the children. We were also able to welcome volunteers to assist with the after-school enrichment program. In 2024, eight school-aged children participated in the afterschool program. Each child received approximately 2-3 hours a week of tutoring with a focus on reading and math. The children experienced improvement in one or more subject areas, school commendations and/or higher attendance rate. In addition to the tutoring, they were involved in activities that were non-academic e.g. creative projects, play and educational games, and story time. Donated Services(In-Kind) for 2024 amounted to $3,045. 16545 VHM began the Supportive Services Program in September 2023 with the goal to provide support to women in the community. This program extended our nonresidential support services to the larger population of low-income women in the San Antonio community. In collaboration with a local affordable housing program, we offered a ten-week program aiding economically vulnerable single mothers. During this period, 10 participants received case management support and resources focused on education and the workforce. The women set goals based on their individual needs they could achieve within the period, such as working on attaining a higher level of education, exploring career opportunities, budget building, creating healthy habits, or developing life skills, leading to stability to support their families. The outcomes of this program include:100% of Housing Program participants experience changes in their lives that are moving them to self-sufficiency.100% of children in the Children Enrichment Program experience residential stability, a nurturing environment and educational support. 100% of Supportive Service participants experienced improved confidence in their abilities to navigate their own self-identified goals for educational and professional growth.In August, the Visitation House Board of Directors made the strategic decision to shift the ministrys focus from a housing-centered program to focus on education and related support services for the vulnerable women and children we are privileged to serve. This change in direction reflects our commitment to meeting the current needs of those we serve sustainably and with our continued commitment to program quality that honors the dignity of everyone.Rest assured, Visitation House remains steadfast in its mission to support vulnerable women and children with renewed focus and effectiveness. We continue to learn how best to respond to the needs of single moms and their children and are committed to adjusting our efforts to live our Mission and continue caring for this vulnerable group.Throughout this planning process, leadership worked to identify the ministrys Core Tenets, which help define VHM and its approach to ministry. The vision and strategy that results from this planning process should carefully consider these core tenets as guideposts for any future form this ministry may take.We believe in the power of co-ministry; as we work to serve the women of Visitation House Ministries, we learn from them and are transformed with them.We are a community, not an agency; we offer hospitality to women with children who are ready and willing to make a sustainable change. Education is foundational to sustainable change, but not sufficient. Families need access to a broad menu of social services, navigation support and time to make lasting changes.Homelessness among families is a solvable problem. Women with children are the most motivated to make a sustainable change and can do so with the right resources, support and time.Our culture, programming, services and network support women in the creation of stable and loving homes for their children.We are most effective when we work with women who are willing and ready to make a change. When our expectations are high, women rise to meet them. We are demanding because we care and because it works.We are part of a vast network of committed people, programs and resources that, when leveraged effectively, strengthen our ministry and those we serve.To be a sustainable ministry, we must have more than a financial plan. We must also have the skills and ability to set the right direction, make good decisions, provide valued services, grow and offer an excellent ministry. The spirituality and charism of the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word are foundational to the relationships we forge and all that we do.Donated Services(In-Kind) for 2024 amounted to $0. 12000 Las Hermanas Program 229834 true true false false false false false false false false true false false false false false false false false false false false false false true false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false true false false false true 0 0 true 7 true false false false false false true true false 0 false false false false false false false X 11 10 true false false false true true true true true false false true true true true false false true true false X X Anne Messbarger-Eguia 2107356910 4503 Broadway San Antonio TX 78209 Andrea Hofstetter Ex-Officio,E.D. 40.00 0.00 X X 47319 0 0 Renee Moore Secretary 1.00 0.00 X X 0 0 0 S Carmen Ramirez Ex-Officio 1.00 0.00 X X 0 0 0 Anna-Melissa Cavazos Director 1.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 Jennifer Alvarado Treasurer 1.00 0.00 X X 0 0 0 Cynthia Escamilla Director 1.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 Gabriela Carmona Vice Chair 1.00 0.00 X X 0 0 0 Monica Cruz Director 1.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 Jeanette Eisenmenger Co-Chair 1.00 0.00 X X 0 0 0 Veronica Laurel Director 1.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 Antonietta Hernanadez-Serna Co-Chair 1.00 0.00 X X 0 0 0 47319 0 false false false 0 9585 196210 205795 Rent Assistance 1320 1320 1320 50723 50723 0 0 0 156428 120498 147239 40962 9189 79536 88725 88725 47832 9585 18698 29134 29134 0 0 0 375697 1320 168582 0 0 0 0 47319 37855 4732 4732 128916 91822 8476 28618 0 0 0 13481 9920 1010 2551 0 0 9252 6939 2313 0 0 0 0 0 5947 2379 3568 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 19519 17567 1952 11017 9915 1102 Utilities 13324 10659 2665 Gifts & Donations 12527 12000 527 Repairs and maintenance 9019 8117 902 Outreach Education 8672 8672 24124 13989 7391 2744 303117 229834 34638 38645 0 255227 308465 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 769828 548202 256095 221626 1878492 2029748 0 0 0 1074 0 2390888 2559839 0 0 X 2313842 2551865 77046 7974 2390888 2559839 2390888 2559839 72580 96371 X true X false true false X 224477 266091 409548 168993 205795 1274904 0 0 224477 266091 409548 168993 205795 1274904 728029 546875 13762 15983 20345 31588 50723 132401 0 0 1407305 0.38860 0.43980 X RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED 2556 2556 107960 99071 8889 614149 406406 207743 45163 42725 2438 221626 X X X X false Summer Sojourn Event 57417 9585 47832 1074 12298 450 4876 57417 9585 47832 1074 12298 450 4876 18698 29134 Form 990, Part III, Line 3 During the year ended December 31, 2024, the Visitation House Board formally resolved to discontinue its Transitional Housing Program. Visitation House began as a temporary shelter, providing immediate refuge for homeless women and children. Over time, it evolved to adopt a Transitional Housing and Education Model to address the challenges faced by single moms needing to support a family. It is evident that educational attainment was and continues to be the most critical factor in a womans ability to achieve financial independence while serving as a role model for her children. This generational change has proved to be the lasting legacy of Visitation House Ministries. Given the unsustainable financial costs of the housing program for the small ministry, and the increase in similar programs and subsidized housing resources in the community, it was realized that the need was to adapt to these changing times. The Visitation House board of directors made a strategic decision to shift the ministrys focus from a housing-centered program to focus on education and related support services for the vulnerable women and children they are privileged to serve. This change in direction reflects the commitment to meeting the current needs of those served sustainably and with the continued commitment to program quality that honors the dignity of everyone.As part of this transition, the remaining families in the housing program, are to vacate by June 2025. Accordingly, the Board approved the sale of the property located at 830 W. Mulberry, known as La Casita (see Note 4 Property Disposition). This Property was used as an office. Proceeds from the sale has been directed toward sustaining and expanding the Supportive Services Program. Form 990, Part VI, Section A, Line 2 The member of the corporation consists of those persons (as an institutional body) who are from time to time members of the General Council of a religious congregation of Roman Catholic sisters known as the Congregation of the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word, San Antonio, Texas a non-profit Texas Corporation. This sole corporate member shall approve or disapprove any: amendment or restatement of the Articles of Incorporation or By-Laws of the corporation; change in direction from the policies on mission or philosophy of the corporation; merger, dissolution, or consolidation of the corporation; mortgage, sale, exchange or pledge of corporate property or assets; acquistion of real property; creation of a new corporation(s) or subsidiary; appointment or removal of the Director or a board trustee of the Corporation; annual capital and operational budgets. Form 990, Part VI, Section A, Line 6 The sole corporate member is and shall be those persons who are from time to time members of the General Council of the Roman Catholic Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word, San Antonio, Texas, a non-profit Texas corporation. This one corporate member shall approve or disapprove any: amendment or restatement of the Articles of Incorporation or By-Laws of the corporation; change in direction from the policies on mission or philosophy of the corporation; merger, dissolution, or consolidation of the corporation; mortgage, sale, exchange or pledge of corporate property or assets; acquistion of real property; creation of a new corporation(s) or subsidiary; appointment or removal of the Director or a board trustee of the Corporation; annual capital and operational budgets. Form 990, Part VI, Section A, Line 7a The sole corporate member is and shall be those persons who are from time to time members of the General Council of the religious congregation of Roman Catholic Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word, San Antonio, Texas, a non-profit Texas corporation. This one corporate member shall approve or disapprove any appointment or removal of the Director or a board trustee of the Corporation. The existing board of trustees recommends, to the corporate member, individuals for appointment to the board. Form 990, Part VI, Section A, Line 7b The sole corporate member is and shall be those persons who are from time to time members of the General Council of the religious congregation of Roman Catholic Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word, San Antonio, Texas, a non-profit Texas corporation. This one corporate member shall approve or disapprove any: amendment or restatement of the Articles of Incorporation or By-Laws of the corporation; change in direction from the policies on mission or philosophy of the corporation; merger, dissolution, or consolidation of the corporation; mortgage, sale, exchange or pledge of corporate property or assets; acquistion of real property; creation of a new corporation(s) or subsidiary; appointment or removal of the Director or a board trustee of the Corporation; annual capital and operational budgets. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 11b The federal form 990 is circulated via email by the Executive Director to each board member in PDF format for review and questions before submission to the Internal Revenue Service. Subsequently, the form 990 is filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 12c Board members have received Conflict of Interest Policy and other organizational policies at board meetings and were discussed at board meetings. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 15a The Executive Director's compensation is included as a component of the operating budget which is approved by the board of directors. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 15b Other paid employees compensation is included as a component of the operating budget which is approved by the board of directors. Form 990, Part VI, Section C, Line 19 Governing documents, policies, and financial statements are made available upon receipt of a written request from the requesting party. 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