Diversity Richmond Inc

“The organization's form 990 was distributed to the members of the board of directors by electronic mail at least two weeks prior to the date of filing.”

“Each member of the board signs the organization's conflict of interest policy and makes an annual declaration of any conflicts. The policy is enforced by the board.”

“The compensation for the president is established by the board based on a perfomance review and a review of compensation for similar positions in the area. Periodically, the board consults published sources of information and consults with persons holding relevant professional expertise.”

“Information is available upon request.”

“The organization is the grateful recipient of financial contributions from 100% of its board of directors and executive management.”

“1. The organization operates as "diversity richmond". 2. The organization operates a thrift store branded as "diversity thrift". 3. Through july 2018, the organization operated bingo games for the general public branded as "diversity bingo". Since july 2018, the organization operates isolated bingo games solely for fundraising purposes. A list of 2019 events follows (if not indicated, event was held at diversity richmond): dec 5 transgender holiday dinner nov 28 thanksgiving holiday dinner (in conjuncion with black pride rva) nov 24 diversity thrift holiday boutique 2019 nov 15, 2019 - nov 24, 2019 nov 21 diversity celebrates 20 years nov 11 our stories, our truth: an lgbtq veterans day celebration nov 7 where the boys are - book signing event oct 25 scary-oke 2019 oct 12 radiance gallery show iridian gallery at diversity richmond oct 5 viva rva hispanic music festival sep 24 secretly y'all presents: prlde & prejudlce sep 13 vernon payne/mary vivo iridian gallery at diversity richmond aug 29 drag bingo supporting diversity richmond aug 28 learn about becoming a foster parent-richmond jul 28 men's sunday social hour may 12, 2019 - jul 28, 2019 jul 26 all americans block party jul 18 pansy ass sissy shop and embroidery iridian gallery at diversity richmond jul 17 foster care info meeting jun 13, 2019 - jul 17, 2019 jun 29 carytown pride parade & rally in the alley alternatives boutique, richmond va jun 27 national hiv testing day richmond city health district, richmond va jun 3 rafiki; mongays for marathon mondays (sponsored) the byrd theatre & foundation, richmond va may 10 molly evans | look and feel iridian gallery at diversity richmond mar 28 drag bingo mar 23 community conversation: structural racism & racial bias mar 9 invasive queer kudzu: richmond queer quilting bee iridian gallery at diversity richmond va mar 8 sowing seeds curated by katie shaw at iridian gallery iridian gallery at diversity richmond feb 16 community conversation & book signing with james earl hardy feb 15 black & bold awards virginia union university, claude g. Perkins living and learning center, richmond va jan 11 avery schaffer exhibit iridian gallery at diversity richmond free concert series at forest hill presbyterian church december 1, november 2, october 27 and september 22 other free concerts - approximately 40 other concerts at schools, senior centers and other community locations ------------------------------------------------------------------------ other information ------------------------------------------------------------------------- in 2019, the organization's thrift store was named one of the best thrift stores in style magazine's best of richmond annual survey. In 2019, the organization's executive director, bill harrison, was named by equality virginia as an "outstanding virginian". Better business bureau accredidation ------------------------------------------------------------------------ the organization is an accredited charity by the better business bureau which requires meeting the better business bureau's twenty (20) standards for charity accountability in categories such as governance, measuring effectiveness, finances, and fundraising/information. The organization's accreditation expires in december 2020. Community relations ------------------------------------------------------------------------ for the last three years, diversity richmond has coordinated a series of events recognizing the leadership and contributions of african american lgbtq+ people and their allies. The series includes community conversations addressing issues of transgender women of color, spirituality and african american lgbtq+ people, black queer politics and the annual recognition of national hiv/aids awareness. ------------------------------------------------------------------------- mission accomplishments ------------------------------------------------------------------------- diversity richmond's primary missions is "awareness". In connectio”

“The organization is the grateful recipient of volunteer services in its: a. Thrift store operations, b. Board roles and committee leadership, and c. Program service.”

“Diversity richmond occupies a 47,000 square foot facility in richmond, virginia that provides flexible meeting and programming space for lgbtq+ people, for the groups that provide services to them, and for people and groups in central virginia that support the organization's mission. Diversity richmond also provides support to the community through the operation of its website, social media and networking services that tie together the efforts of groups serving lgbtq+ people. Diversity richmond also hosts a growing schedule of programming events produced in- house, including musical performances, discussion groups and gallery shows. In 2019 over 8,700 people attended events produced or promoted by diversity richmond. Specifically, the organization provides meeting space to four (4) twelve-step recovery programs (e.g., alcoholics anonymous) in addition to local non-profit organizations. Specific programs in 2019 by diversity richmond are described below: 1. The iridian gallery at diversity richmond is one of the few art galleries in the nation solely dedicated to promoting lgbtq+ artists. The gallery committee is comprised of local artists who hosted five (5) exhibits during 2019 and have scheduled several exhibits during 2020. 2. Diversity richmond also has relationships with several local schools that aid students who are on public assistance enabling them to shop free for clothing at the organization's retail store. The organization also supplies clothing vouchers for clients of side by side (formerly "rosmy" the richmond organization for sexual minority youth), health brigade (formerly the fan free clinic) and several other lgbtq+ non-profits for their clients in need. Approximately 200 students were served in 2019. 3. During the holiday season 2019, diversity richmond hosted a family- style dinner for members of the local transgender community. Many lgbtq+ people are disconnected from their families and the holiday season is especially difficult within the transgender community. The dinner was well attended and is held annually. 4. Promoted the next generation gap program for lgbtq+ youth who have aged out of side by side (formerly rosmy). 5. Hosted a family-style thanksgiving dinner in partnership with black pride rva.”

“The organization's temporary cash investements and certificates of deposit (totaling 310,998) are board designated to fund future building renovations and operating contingencies.”

“Rental expenses reported net 143,260 rental expenses reported net -143,260”