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1 OAR of Richmond General Information Contact Information Nonprofit OAR of Richmond Address 3111 West Clay Street Richmond, VA Phone Fax Web Site Facebook facebook.com/oarofrichmondinc At A Glance Year of Incorporation 1974 Organization's type of tax exempt status Name of supporting organization Public Supported Charity OAR of Richmond, Inc. 1

2 Statements & Search Criteria Mission As the community leader in reentry services, OAR of Richmond provides evidence-based and person-centered approaches to empower those impacted by incarceration to find individual success. The pre- and post-release case management services provided by OAR have as their focus successful long-term community reintegration. Key initiatives are (1) to assist incarcerated adults prepare for their release; (2) to assist released adults in locating and retaining employment; (3) to assist adult returning citizens with structured and supportive guidance and individual counseling services; and (4) to develop and maintain a community support system for returning citizens through the use of staff, volunteers, and community partnerships. OAR s work toward fulfillment of our mission is made possible through the endeavors of dedicated staff and volunteers. Additionally, OAR has always relied on partnerships to assist in responding to a client s total needs. These strategic alliances permit OAR to leverage our organizational resources in order to provide optimum programs and opportunities that further the organization s mission. Background OAR was founded in 1971 by volunteers who wanted to provide inmates at the Richmond City Jail a community connection through visitation and support services upon release. Incorporated in 1974, OAR was accepted as a United Way partner the following year. OAR s downtown Central Office location was established as our first post-release site in 1990; pre- and post-release services are now provided in 5 jails, 4 prisons, and 1 community site throughout the Central Virginia region. A significant percentage of OAR's clients report a history of substance abuse, homelessness, and unemployment as well as a lack of academic and/or vocational skills. Many have no family/friends support system and are, therefore, considered to be "more at risk". In addition to providing needed direct services and teaching them how to access services not directly provided by this organization, OAR strives to become their support system until they develop other social bonds in the community. In a May 3, 2010, Times-Dispatch article about the experiences of some local business leaders who participated in a simulation exercise to better understand the plight of our area s homeless citizens, the writer spoke of his visit to OAR s Central Office:... we did visit OAR on Third Street, which helps people find a place in the community after they are released from jail. Its offices, which seem to set the standard for frugal efficiency, were packed. OAR 's major funding sources are the VA Department of Criminal Justice Services, United Way, and the city of Richmond. In addition to these sources OAR enjoys the support of several area churches, local foundations, and individuals. Throughout its 41-year history, OAR has sought to bring together organizations and public agencies to work within an integrated system for a more cost effective, efficient way to provide community managed services. Since 2006, OAR has been a co-convener of the Richmond Regional Reentry Council and the Richmond Regional Reentry Program, a result of the Governor's Reentry Initiative. Much of OAR's increase in services and resources over the years has been due to successful collaborations and participation in the network of local community service providers. Impact During fiscal year 2017, the OAR Board and Staff have worked on developing our next 3 year strategic plan as well as updating our mission, vision, and value statements. OAR served 3,643 clients during FY 17. In 2016, OAR began its new program: Ride to Reentry. This program matches participants with bikes that provide a more sustainable form of transportation as well as help getting to jobs past the bus line. This year we were able to partner with Saint Christopher's School for a bike drive which brought 160 bikes to OAR. Capital One also held a bike build which will bring over 20 new bikes to our program. Each participant completes a bike safety (rules of the road) class and a maintenance class before receiving a bike, helmet, lights, and lock. OAR is currently participating in the Service Enterprise Initiative through HandsOn RVA. We hope to become a certified Service Enterprise in OAR's goals for this fiscal year include:-continue to implement evidence based practices and assessments -continue to increase the number of jobs obtained by clients-continue to diversify our funding stream-increase the number of active volunteers Needs OAR, our community s largest, oldest, and most experienced nonprofit organization that provides transition and reentry services, works hard to meet the needs of pre- and post-release returning citizens in the greater Richmond region. OAR faced funding cuts for several years between 2006 and 2009 but has been working to diversify funding streams as well as to keep current stable funding. 2

3 CEO/Executive Director Statement It is an honor to serve alongside the OAR Board and staff as we seek to assist returning citizens with their journey to success. I'm extremely pleased with the person-centered, strengths-based atmosphere that exists for our participants. OAR serves thousands of participants each year and we are making a difference in the lives of our clients and the community. Areas Of Service Areas Served Areas Richmond, City Ashland Chester Chesterfield County Colonial Heights, City Dinwiddie County Ettrick Goochland County Hanover County Henrico County Hopewell, City Matoaka Petersburg, City Powhatan County Prince George County Charles City County New Kent County Other OAR s target population is any person who has an adult criminal conviction and is either currently incarcerated at one of OAR s jail or prison service locations or residing in the greater Richmond region. Service Categories Rehabilitation Services for Offenders Employment Preparation & Procurement 3

4 Programs Programs Pre-Release Transition Services Description Case management services are provided to residents in 5 local jails: Richmond, Chesterfield, Henrico, Henrico Regional, and Pamunkey Regional, and in the state prisons that participate as partners in the Richmond Regional Reentry Program: Fluvanna, Deep Meadow, and Virginia Correctional Center for Women. Case managers prioritize service need by release date, determine individual service needs through an intake process, and develop a service delivery plan focusing on the client s release. Substance abuse and life skills groups, tutoring, housing placement assistance, and in-jail and community resource referrals are provided. Budget $0.00 Strategy Long term Success Short Term Success Ultimate long-term successes would be a reduction in the number of people re-incarcerated and the costs of arrests/incarceration and an increase in public safety. OAR does not have access to criminal records and, therefore, we are not able to determine our recidivism (reconviction) rate. We have been told by our state funder that they will assist us in the near future to obtain the information we need to determine our annual recidivism rate. We are looking forward to being able to have that information since it would not only be helpful in showing the positive effect of our programs, but would also give us a better picture with which to analyze what we do, what works, and what we need to revisit. There are a number of different outcomes that OAR looks at to determines success. Each client who becomes employed even if they have been searching for employment for a year or more is viewed as a success. Employed clients receive incentives for maintaining consistent employment in increments of 30 and 90 days, 6 months, and 1, 2, and 3 years. OAR's job retention has been the highest it has ever been during the last 2 years; clients are now maintaining employment for the different increments as long as or longer than the general public. We consider these results to be an indication of our providing long-term support to our clients and trying to address chronic issues such as homelessness or substance abuse prior to their getting employment. 4

5 Post-Release Transition and Reentry Services Description Case management ervices are provided at OAR s Central Office in downtown Richmond. Most clients are walk-ins. A case manager meets individually with each client for an intake and develops a list of service needs focusing on successful community reintegration. OAR provides a weekly job readiness class that addresses job search techniques, interviewing skills, employer follow-up, coping on the job, etc. Other services include assistance with obtaining identification documents, a weekly jobs list, transportation for job search/interviews, resumes/applications, and work clothing/tools as needed once employment is gained. OAR also provides basic necessities (prescriptions, seasonal clothing, hygiene kits), housing assistance, life skills and individual/group substance abuse services, and referrals for services not directly provided by OAR. Budget $0.00 Strategy Long term Success Short Term Success Ultimate long-term successes would be a reduction in the number of people re-incarcerated and the costs of arrests/incarceration and an increase in public safety. OAR does not have access to criminal records and, therefore, we are not able to determine our recidivism (reconviction) rate. We have been told by our state funder that they will assist us in the near future to obtain the information we need to determine our annual recidivism rate. We are looking forward to being able to have that information since it would not only be helpful in showing the positive effect of our programs, but would also give us a better picture with which to analyze what we do, what works, and what we need to revisit. There are a number of different outcomes that OAR looks at to determine success. Each client who becomes employed even if they have been searching for employment for a year or more is viewed as a success. Employed clients receive incentives for maintaining consistent employment in increments of 30 and 90 days, 6 months, and 1, 2, and 3 years. OAR's job retention has been the highest it has ever been during the last 2 years; clients are now maintaining employment for the different increments as long as or longer than the general public. We consider these results to be an indication of our providing long-term support to our clients and trying to address chronic issues such as homelessness or substance abuse prior to their getting employment. 5

6 Board & Governance Board Chair Board Chair Dr. Peter Henry Company Affiliation Virginia Commonwealth University Term July 2018 to June Board Members Name Affiliation Status Ericka Battle Coates and Davenport Voting Milton Brown Jr. Retired Lawyer Voting Ms. Cecelia Christian-Garner City of Richmond Justice Services Voting Dr. Peter Henry Virginia Commonwealth University Voting Mr. Brice Lambert Attorney Voting Mr. Ethan Lindbloom Janney Voting Mr. Charlie Munford Davenport Voting Ms. Grace Palmer VCU Health Voting Dr. Kristin Reed Virginia Commonwealth University Voting Ms. Ty Richardson District 1 Probation and Parole Voting Mr. Doyle Tunnell Former Client Voting Board Demographics - Ethnicity African American/Black 6 Asian American/Pacific Islander 0 Caucasian 5 Hispanic/Latino 0 Native American/American Indian 0 Other 0 0 Board Demographics - Gender Male 6 Female 5 Unspecified 0 Governance Board Term Lengths 3 Board Term Limits 3 Board Meeting Attendance % 95 6

7 Written Board Selection Criteria? Written Conflict of Interest Policy? Percentage Making Monetary Contributions 100 Percentage Making In-Kind Contributions 100 Number of Full Board Meetings Annually 6 Standing Committees Executive Development / Fund Development / Fund Raising / Grant Writing / Major Gifts Board Governance 7

8 Management Executive Director/CEO Executive Director Ms. Sara Dimick Term Start July Senior Staff Name Ms. Harriet Scruggs Title Assistant Director Staff Full Time Staff 12 Part Time Staff 6 Volunteers 240 Contractors 1 Retention Rate 80 Plans Organization has a Fundraising Plan? Organization has a Strategic Plan? Years Strategic Plan Considers 3 Date Strategic Plan Adopted June 2017 Management Succession Plan? Organization Policy and Procedures Nondiscrimination Policy Document Destruction Policy Directors and Officers Insurance Policy 8

9 Financials Fiscal Year July Fiscal Year 2018 Projected Revenue $1,092, Projected Expenses $1,092, Endowment Value 0 Spending Policy Income Only Percentage (if selected) 0% s Detailed Financials Revenue and Expenses Total Revenue $950,090 $996,774 $728,430 Total Expenses $937,257 $685,325 $698,728 Revenue Sources Foundation and Corporation Contributions Government Contributions $651,291 $529,435 $534,331 Federal State -- $406,235 $534,331 Local -- $123, Unspecified $651, Individual Contributions $62,623 $53,728 $97,190 Indirect Public Support $138,750 $55,500 $111,000 Earned Revenue Investment Income, Net of Losses $53,752 $33,438 $38 Membership Dues Special Events Revenue In-Kind $43,674 $19, Other -- $305,424 ($14,129) 9

10 Expense Allocation Program Expense $819,598 $584,370 $569,508 Administration Expense $75,737 $61,669 $71,733 Fundraising Expense $41,922 $39,286 $57,487 Payments to Affiliates Total Revenue/Total Expenses Program Expense/Total Expenses 87% 85% 82% Fundraising Expense/Contributed Revenue 5% 6% 8% Assets and Liabilities Total Assets $1,329,534 $1,322,132 $1,008,071 Current Assets $365,993 $375,983 $586,161 Long-Term Liabilities $0 $0 -- Current Liabilities $20,512 $25,943 $23,331 Total Net Assets $1,309,022 $1,296,189 $984,740 Short Term Solvency Current Ratio: Current Assets/Current Liabilities Long Term Solvency Long-Term Liabilities/Total Assets 0% 0% 0% Top Funding Sources Top Funding Source & Dollar Amount Second Highest Funding Source & Dollar Amount Third Highest Funding Source & Dollar Amount Capital Campaign Currently in a Capital Campaign? No Goal 0 State Charitable Solicitaions Permit Permit? Nov 2018 Registration Exempt 0 Created Copyright 2019 The Community Foundation Serving Richmond & Central Virginia 10