Liabilities / Assets
83rd percentile
Higher debt load relative to assets than 83% of similar nonprofits.
Starting Over Strong
990EZ • Fiscal year 2023 • EIN 32-0682473
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Siviq Scores
Precomputed percentiles for this filing year versus similar nonprofits in the same peer cohort.
0.21x
Liabilities / Revenue
86th percentile
Higher debt load relative to revenue than 86% of similar nonprofits.
Net Margin
96th percentile
Higher net margin than 96% of similar nonprofits.
Top Officer Pay
95th percentile
Higher top officer pay than 95% of similar nonprofits.
Top officer pay equals 21.6% of source-year revenue.
Asset Growth
89th percentile
Faster asset growth than 89% of similar nonprofits.
Revenue Growth
43rd percentile
Faster revenue growth than 43% of similar nonprofits.
Balance Sheet
Assets
$176,800
No earlier filing loaded for comparison.
Net Assets
$140,200
No earlier filing loaded for comparison.
Liabilities
$36,600
No earlier filing loaded for comparison.
Revenue And Expenses
Revenue
$125,000
No earlier filing loaded for comparison.
Expenses
$36,600
No earlier filing loaded for comparison.
Net Income
$88,400
No earlier filing loaded for comparison.
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Filing Snapshot
- Filing Period
- Jan 1, 2023 to Dec 31, 2023
- Signed
- Jun 26, 2024
- Return Version
- 2023v5.0
- Gross Receipts
- $125,000
Mission and Program Overview
Mission
Starting Over Strong (SOS) is dedicated to advocating for individuals re-entering society, ensuring they have access to essential services such as housing, job placement, retraining programs, and addressing food insecurity. We amplify their voices through policy advocacy, public awareness campaigns, and by supporting candidates and organizations that align with our mission. Our vision is a society where every person re-entering society receives the support and resources necessary to rebuild their lives and thrive. Key activities include championing policies that provide comprehensive services, conducting public awareness campaigns, educating voters on critical issues, organizing grassroots mobilization efforts, endorsing and supporting aligned candidates, and lobbying for policies that promote long-term stability and self-sufficiency.
Program Services
| Description | Grants | Expenses |
|---|---|---|
| During 2023, Starting Over Strong focused on securing initial funding through grants, strategic planning, and preparing for the launch of our programs and services, including the onboarding of an Operations Director in the second quarter of 2024. We applied for grants from foundations and government programs, tailored proposals to meet specific criteria, and engaged in follow-up communications with potential funders. These efforts were crucial for building a financial base to support future operations and program services. We refined our strategic plan to outline our objectives and strategies, setting priorities, identifying critical resources needed, and establishing metrics for measuring progress. This plan was a collaborative effort involving the board of directors, staff, and community stakeholders, providing a clear vision for the organization's future. We finalized operational procedures, developed partnerships with community organizations, and set up necessary infrastructure for program launch, including securing office space and creating detailed program plans. By focusing on these foundational activities, Starting Over Strong is positioned for significant impact in the coming years. We are ready to launch our programs and services, supported by a robust organizational structure, clear mission and values, and a strategic plan to guide our efforts. Total expenses related to these accomplishments were approximately $36,600, including $27,000 for the Executive Director and $9,600 for office space. | $0 | $0 |
Compensation and Service Providers
Employees
| Name | Title | Full / Part Time | Base | Other | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vonya Quarles | Interim Executive Director | PT | $27,000 | - | $27,000 |
| Avalon Edwards | Director | - | $0 | - | - |
| Renee Quarles | Director | - | $0 | - | - |
Filing and Contact Details
Filer
- Filer Name
- Starting Over Strong
- EIN
- 32-0682473
- Phone
- 8187496856
- Address
- 6355 Riverside Ave Ste 100, Riverside, CA 92506
Signing Officer
- Name
- Vonya Quarles
- Title
- Interim Executive Director
- Phone
- 9518980862
- Signed
- 2024-06-26
Supplemental Narrative
Additional Explanations
Form 990-EZ, Part II, Line 26
“For the tax year ending December 31, 2023, the total liabilities reported on Line 26, Column (B) of Form 990-EZ were $36,600. This amount represents the following liabilities: Salaries, Other Compensation, and Employee Benefits of $27,000, which includes the compensation for the Executive Director, Vonya K. Quarles, who worked 10 hours per week (1/4 time) during the year, and Occupancy, Rent, Utilities, and Maintenance of $9,600, covering the costs associated with renting office space for the organization.”
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| IRS990EZ/PrimaryExemptPurposeTxt | 0 | Starting Over Strong (SOS) is dedicated to advocating for individuals re-entering society, ensuring they have access to essential services such as housing, job placement, retraining programs, and addressing food insecurity. We amplify their voices through policy advocacy, public awareness campaigns, and by supporting candidates and organizations that align with our mission. Our vision is a society where every person re-entering society receives the support and resources necessary to rebuild their lives and thrive. Key activities include championing policies that provide comprehensive services, conducting public awareness campaigns, educating voters on critical issues, organizing grassroots mobilization efforts, endorsing and supporting aligned candidates, and lobbying for policies that promote long-term stability and self-sufficiency. |
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| IRS990ScheduleO/SupplementalInformationDetail/ExplanationTxt | 0 | For the tax year ending December 31, 2023, the total liabilities reported on Line 26, Column (B) of Form 990-EZ were $36,600. This amount represents the following liabilities: Salaries, Other Compensation, and Employee Benefits of $27,000, which includes the compensation for the Executive Director, Vonya K. Quarles, who worked 10 hours per week (1/4 time) during the year, and Occupancy, Rent, Utilities, and Maintenance of $9,600, covering the costs associated with renting office space for the organization. |
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| ReasonableCauseExplanation/ExplanationTxt | 0 | Starting Over Strong experienced delays in filing Form 990-EZ for the tax year ending December 31, 2023, due to several factors related to its initial establishment and preliminary funding efforts. The organization was formally established in 2022, which included completing all necessary legal and administrative procedures required to form a nonprofit entity, such as drafting bylaws, obtaining federal and state tax-exempt status, and setting up a governing board. These activities required significant time and resources, as our volunteer board members dedicated their efforts to ensuring that all foundational elements were properly in place. During the tax year 2023, our primary focus was on securing initial funding to support the organization's operations. We were engaged in extensive grant writing and fundraising activities to build a financial base that would allow us to hire essential staff and begin program activities in the upcoming election year (2024). These efforts were crucial as the organization needed more financial capacity to hire a full-time operations director or other staff members during this period. The lack of dedicated personnel contributed to delays in administrative tasks, including the timely filing of Form 990-EZ. On May 15, 2024, we hired Nathan P. Kempe as Operations Director. The transition period involved familiarizing him with the organization's operations, addressing immediate needs, and managing the aftermath of the relocation from Corona to Riverside. This transition further delayed our filing processes. We have since implemented several measures to ensure future compliance with IRS requirements, including purchasing a filing cabinet exclusive to Starting Over Strong to ensure all records are centrally located in the office. Part of Nathan P. Kempe's responsibilities includes overseeing compliance matters. He is actively enrolled in webinars and other learning opportunities to ensure that all compliance requirements are satisfied. Further, we have established internal deadlines and procedures to ensure that all required forms and filings are completed well before their due dates, and we are engaging with a professional accountant or tax advisor to oversee the organization's financial and compliance obligations. Additionally, our Executive Director, Vonya K. Quarles, recently experienced the loss of a family member, which further impacted our ability to manage and file timely. We respectfully request that the IRS consider these extenuating circumstances and grant an abatement of any associated penalties. |
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Filings
Displayed year
2023 • Form 990EZDetailed filing. Detailed filing data is available for this year.
- Assets
- $176,800
- Liabilities
- $36,600
- Net assets
- $140,200
- Revenue
- $125,000
- Expenses
- $36,600
- Net income
- $88,400