2026-03-17T10:57:14-07:00 2024-09-30 990 2023-10-01 824334257 DETROIT PEOPLES COMMUNITY DETR 3134423511 20955 W 7mile Rd Detroit MI 48219 Brandon Norris President 3134423511 2026-03-02 1 2023 2025-03-06 01:10:19Z X The Peoples Action Brandon Norris 20955 W 7 mile rd Detroit MI 48219 1228435 0 X www.thepeoplesaction.org X 2018 MI Detroit based grassroots resident driven organization dedicated to improving the lives of poor Detroiters, through advocacy and direct programming efforts in five key areas: Community Development, Direct Resources, Basic Needs, Community Advocacy and Safety. 5 0 0 60 0 0 263337 125000 0 1103435 0 0 0 0 263337 1228435 0 0 0 0 0 174197 0 0 0 365120 1087268 365120 1261465 -101783 -33030 57559 24529 0 0 57559 24529 X Our organization works to stabilize and strengthen under-resourced Detroit neighborhoods by addressing the root causes of poverty, violence, and inequality through community-led outreach, data-driven programming, and advocacy. We focus on communities experiencing concentrated economic hardship, limited access to employment, housing instability, and high rates of violence-conditions that disproportionately impact low-income families and youth. 1 0 186000 186000 Over a four-month period, the Tax Foreclosure Prevention initiative Neighbor2Neighbor conducted outreach to 64,003 residential units ("doors") identified as potentially at risk. During this campaign, staff successfully made 20,406 direct contacts with residents or property stakeholders. This resulted in a 40.18% contact rate, meaning that approximately two out of every five households reached through outreach efforts engaged in direct communication with the program. This level of engagement within a relatively short time frame demonstrates substantial outreach penetration across the target population. Achieving over 20,000 contacts in four months indicates consistent field or communication activity and suggests that the outreach strategy was effective in reaching a significant share of at-risk households. While more than half of the targeted properties remain not contacted, the current contact rate provides a strong foundation for continued engagement, follow up communication, and connection to foreclosure prevention resources. Overall, the data reflects meaningful progress in identifying and engaging homeowners at risk of tax foreclosure, while also highlighting the opportunity to expand outreach methods to further increase contact rates in future phases of the program. 495000 495000 Shot Stoppers Program - Community Violence Intervention. There are many accomplishments we've executed. Over the course of 20 weeks of engagement within the Detroit Public Schools Community District, the Shot Stoppers Program implemented a comprehensive community violence intervention strategy focused on prevention, mediation, youth engagement, and direct support for individuals at high risk. During this period, the program responded to 45 incidents requiring violent intervention and mediation, demonstrating an active presence in addressing conflicts before they escalated further. These interventions reflect the program's role as a rapid-response and relationship-based violence interruption effort within the community. Youth engagement was also a central component of the initiative. The program facilitated 15 field trips and enrichment sessions, providing students with constructive activities and exposure to positive experiences beyond their immediate environment. These opportunities supported mentorship, relationship building, and alternatives to violence for participating youth. The program also launched its inaugural 20-week Violence Deterrence Fellowship Program, designed to equip participants with the skills, resources, and mentorship necessary to become community leaders and violence prevention advocates. As of this reporting period, the fellowship is 9 weeks into its first cohort, marking an important milestone in developing long-term community-based violence prevention capacity. In addition to prevention and engagement work, the program provided critical safety support for individuals facing immediate threats. The team conducted three emergency relocations for at-risk and high-risk individuals, ensuring immediate protection and stabilization. These relocations were supported by a comprehensive intake and referral process, along with the development of a risk assessment protocol designed to identify urgent needs and connect individuals with a coordinated list of immediate resources. Overall, the data reflects a multi-layered violence prevention approach that combines direct intervention, youth engagement, leadership development, and crisis response to support safer communities. 383700 383700 JumpStart was an innovative workforce development program launched by the City of Detroit and funded through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). It aimed to support Detroiters facing significant barriers to employment: such as long-term unemployment, lack of a high school diploma, or economic hardship; by providing access to education, training, individualized coaching, and job placement. The program partnered with community organizations (IDOs) to deliver support and ensure participants receive the resources needed to succeed. Since launch, JumpStart served over 1,800 Detroiters, helping hundreds secure jobs, earn credentials, and build brighter futures for their families. Employment and Readiness Outcomes (Detroit Peoples Community) Detroit Peoples Community enrolled 445 participants in the JumpStart program. Not all participants entered job- ready; many engaged in multiple tracks on their way to employment. Detroit Peoples Community helped participants strengthen their skills, pursue education, and prepare for long-term success. * 9 participants obtained their GED * 271 participants entered training programs * 287 participants secured employment Detroit Peoples Community has been an important partner in the JumpStart program, providing Detroiters with real opportunities for skill-building and economic mobility. Over the course of the year, Detroit Peoples Community delivered a robust menu of services-including training, individualized coaching, and direct connections to local employers. The organization's hands-on, supportive approach resulted in 287 participants securing employment. By focusing on everyone's strengths and career goals, they helped jobseekers find positions that matched their aspirations, laying the foundation for long-term success. Detroit Peoples Community's strong performance reflects a deep commitment to Detroit's residents. Through targeted training, dedicated coaching, and ongoing encouragement, this IDO has empowered Detroiters to overcome barriers, achieve their goals, and build better futures for themselves and their families. Their achievements set a powerful example for workforce programs citywide, showing what's possible when our community is equipped with the resources and support it needs to thrive. 38735 38735 TaxForeclosure prevention 38735 0 38735 1103435 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 X 5 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 0 MI X Jackie Robinson 6166330490 15354 Piedmont Detroit MI 48223 Vus Consultant Agency LLC President 60 0 X X 112172 0 0 JBR Consultants LLC Vice President 50 0 X 62025 0 0 Dontez Baker CVI Supervisor 40 0 X 27229 0 0 Mariah Andrews Director 3 0 X 1093 0 0 Troy Hoskins Director 3 0 X 0 0 0 Lashawn Reece Director 5 0 X X 0 0 0 202519 0 0 1 1 0 0 Vus Consultant Agency LLC 177 Wilshire Apt 115 Troy MI 48084 President 112172 Good Place To Live INC 14880 Wyoming st Detroit MI 48238 Workforce Development 127980 2 0 0 0 0 0 125000 0 125000 Community Violence Intervention 624190 495000 495000 0 0 JumpStart (Workforce Development 611430 383700 383700 0 0 Property Tax Foreclosure Prevention Services 624190 38735 38735 0 0 Rocket Community Fund: 2024 Neighbor to Neighbor 624190 186000 186000 0 0 0 0 0 0 1103435 0 0 0 0 0 0 1228435 1103435 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 174197 174197 0 58891 58891 1000 1000 8478 8478 2068 2068 28379 28379 18865 18865 15368 15368 1131 1131 Contract Labor 838901 838901 0 0 SUPPLIES 17093 15048 2045 bi-weekly Community Cleanups and town-hall meetings. 97094 0 97094 0 1261465 1103435 158030 0 57559 24529 57559 24529 0 0 X 52165 19828 5394 4701 57559 24529 57559 24529 -33030 0 0 0 0 0 X X 1 X 1 X 0 1 1 X 19627 112755 154441 263337 125000 675160 124170 209300 234701 1103435 1671606 143797 322055 389142 263337 1228435 2346766 2346766 143797 322055 389142 263337 1228435 2346766 1 1 0 0 X RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED X X 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Vus Consultant Agency LLC President 42143 0 0 0 70029 0 0 0 0 0 112172 0 0 JBR Consultants LLC Vice President 37500 0 0 0 24525 0 0 0 0 0 62025 0 0 Form 990, Part III, Line 2 Community Violence Program. An activity that involves reducing the incidence of community violence through intervention. Furthermore, the activity involves participating in conditions that are inherently dangerous, including engaging with individuals and groups most likely to commit violent crimes, stopping cycles of violence and retaliation, and addressing economic and neighborhood conditions that contribute to crime. We are contracted to conduct the activity in geographic areas where violent crime has occurred and may occur again within a four square mile radius. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 11b A complete draft of the return was provided to all members of the governing board for review prior to filing. Board members were given the opportunity to ask questions and provide comments. After addressing any feedback received, the final Form 990 was filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 12c The organization regularly and consistently monitored compliance with the policy through periodic reviews, internal audits, and management oversight. Responsible personnel tracked adherence to the policy, addressed any identified gaps, and implemented corrective actions when necessary. Ongoing monitoring activities, documentation reviews, and communication with relevant staff helped ensure that the policy was followed consistently across the organization and that any issues were promptly resolved. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 15 The organization's governing board reviews and approves the compensation of the Executive Director and other officers. The review process includes consideration of comparable compensation data from similar nonprofit organizations, evaluation of the individual's performance, and approval by independent members of the governing board. The Executive Director's compensation was last reviewed and approved in 2024. Comparable sites used as reference include: Candid (GuideStar/Foundation Center) and ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer. Form 990, Part VI, Section C, Line 19 The organization's governing documents, conflict of interest policy, and financial statements are available to the public upon request through the organization's administrative office. Form 990, Part XII, Line 1 Larger budget required more of an efficient method versus cash. The Peoples Action respectfully submits this statement to request consideration for reasonable cause regarding the late filing of its IRS Form 990 with the Internal Revenue Service. At the time the filing was due, the organization had recently appointed a new volunteer Treasurer who was in the process of being trained on financial reporting responsibilities and annual filing procedures. As part of this transition, the Treasurer was responsible for coordinating the collection of financial documentation necessary for the Form 990 and communicating with executive leadership regarding the status of the filing. Due to an oversight, the volunteer Treasurer did not submit the filing within the required timeframe and did not notify executive leadership that the filing had not yet been completed. As a result, the missed deadline was not immediately identified by the organization's leadership. During this same period, the organization experienced an additional operational disruption when the Chief Operating Officer tested positive for COVID-19 using an at-home test and was temporarily unable to assist the Executive Director in compiling and reviewing the necessary financial documentation. Because the organization operates with a small administrative leadership team responsible for compliance and financial oversight, this unexpected illness further delayed the organization's ability to promptly identify and resolve the missed filing. Once the oversight was discovered, the organization immediately gathered the required documentation and completed the filing as quickly as possible. Since this incident, The Peoples Action has implemented additional internal procedures to strengthen compliance oversight. These steps include improving executive monitoring of filing deadlines, clarifying reporting expectations for volunteer financial officers, and ensuring that leadership maintains direct visibility of required regulatory filings. The organization has a history of making good-faith efforts to comply with all federal filing requirements and has taken corrective steps to ensure that appropriate oversight and internal controls are in place to prevent similar delays in the future. The Peoples Action takes its compliance obligations seriously and made every effort to correct this issue promptly upon discovery. Based on the circumstances described above, we respectfully request that any penalties associated with the late filing of IRS Form 990 be waived due to reasonable cause.