Joppa

“Joe stevens jacki stevens president vice president husband & wife”

“Organization's process to review form 990 a copy of the form 990 is presented to the board for approval prior to filing.”

“The board reviews the conflict of interest policy annually and discloses any conflicts.”

“The organization makes its governing documents and financial statements available to the public upon request. These documents are available for the same period of time as described in internal revenue code section 6104(d) for other public disclosure documents.”

“Joppa helps homeless people survive, find housing and rebuild their lives. We collaborate with community partners, help homeless people access existing resources, and mobilize private donations from families, churches, and organizations to fill gaps in homeless services, housing, and education as we work to prevent and ultimately help end homelessness.”

“Thrift store: joppa continues preparing to launch its first "thriftmart" nonprofit thrift store to help achieve its mission, which will provide a sustainable source of income for joppa operations as well as raise awareness about homeless issues and solutions and offer job training opportunities for people working their way out of homelessness.”

“Homeless services: each week, trained joppa volunteers visit families and individuals living under bridges, in tents, and vehicles. We build relationships; provide food, water, and essentials; and connect people with existing resources. In the winter, we provide heater systems, insulated boots, winter gear, and tents, and our heat team makes weekly fuel deliveries to help people survive the brutally cold weather. Joppa also offers po box mailing addresses and mail deliveries, a homeless nutrition program, transportation, job development, and housing assistance. Joppa has helped nearly 500 people off the streets, more than 80% of whom remain in housing today. We do this by working with existing housing agencies, social service agencies, private landlords, and property owners to connect clients with housing options. After clients transition into permanent housing, we maintain relationships through our aftercare program. Volunteers make weekly visits to check in and deliver supplies not provided by the snap program, such as personal hygiene items, toilet paper, and laundry detergent. We surround each client with a "circle of friends" to support them as they take positive steps in their health, relationships, and personal fulfillment.”

“Housing development: as part of our mission to prevent and end homelessness, joppa is also developing fundamental housing solutions. Joppa is working with city and county officials to build iowa's first tiny home village to provide a safe community for people experiencing homelessness to live while they gain a source of income, overcome other barriers, and transition into permanent housing. Cottage home program: joppa has begun building permanent cottage home rental units affordable for people transitioning out of homelessness and other extremely low-income households (eli). Cottage homes provide permanent housing that's truly affordable for seniors, veterans, disabled individuals, and others living on fixed or part-time incomes, including those who are formerly homeless. The homes are practical alternatives to apartment buildings and other traditional low-income housing.”

“Education advocacy: joppa educates the community-from kids to adults-about the root causes of homelessness, which helps build understanding and overcome misperceptions and stigmas. Whether through video productions, newsletters, social media, group presentations, classes, or a one-on-one conversation, we're dedicated to raising awareness and softening hearts. Joppa organizes the following signature events yearly to engage and inform the public: iowa homeless memorial, homeless christmas celebration, project pj, and joppa community cleanups. Joppa also advocates for people experiencing homelessness and creates awareness for issues affecting the local homeless community. We established the polk county street outreach coalition, which has been meeting monthly since 2009 to collaborate and coordinate efforts with the local continuum of care, veterans administration, and other agencies and homeless service providers in central iowa. Thrift store: joppa continues preparing to launch its first "thriftmart" nonprofit thrift store to help achieve its mission, which will provide a sustainable source of income for joppa operations as well as raise awareness about homeless issues and solutions and offer job training opportunities for people working their way out of homelessness.”