Liabilities / Assets
87th percentile
Higher debt load relative to assets than 87% of similar nonprofits.
Starting Over Strong
990EZ • Fiscal year 2022 • EIN 32-0682473
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0.30x
Liabilities / Revenue
85th percentile
Higher debt load relative to revenue than 85% of similar nonprofits.
Net Margin
96th percentile
Higher net margin than 96% of similar nonprofits.
Top Officer Pay
87th percentile
Higher top officer pay than 87% of similar nonprofits.
Top officer pay equals 0.0% of source-year revenue.
Asset Growth
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Revenue Growth
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Balance Sheet
Assets
$125,000
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Net Assets
$87,150
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Liabilities
$37,850
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Revenue And Expenses
Revenue
$125,000
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Expenses
$37,850
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Net Income
$87,150
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Filing Snapshot
- Filing Period
- Jan 1, 2022 to Dec 31, 2022
- Signed
- May 20, 2024
- Return Version
- 2022v5.0
- 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 2022, Starting Over Strong focused on establishing its legal and operational framework, a critical step for ensuring the organization's long-term success and compliance with regulatory requirements. This comprehensive process included several key activities: Legal and Administrative Procedures: Drafting detailed bylaws that would govern the organization's operations and ensure transparency and accountability. Obtaining federal and state tax-exempt status, a rigorous process involving meticulous documentation and legal consultation to meet all IRS and state requirements. Establishing a governing board composed of dedicated professionals committed to our mission. The board's responsibilities included setting strategic direction, overseeing management, and ensuring fiduciary accountability. Securing Initial Funding: The organization dedicated significant time and effort to securing initial funding through various channels. This involved extensive grant writing and fundraising activities. We identified and applied for grants from foundations and government programs, tailored our proposals to meet specific criteria, and engaged in follow-up communications with potential funders. Additionally, we organized fundraising events and campaigns to raise awareness and attract donations from individuals and businesses. These efforts were crucial for building a financial base that would support future operations and program services. The total expenses related to these funding efforts were approximately $27,000 for the Executive Director, who played a pivotal role in these activities, and $9,600 for office space to facilitate these operations. Developing Mission and Values: The organization worked diligently on developing its mission and values, a process that was both introspective and collaborative. We engaged with various stakeholders, including community members, potential clients, and partner organizations, to gather input and ensure our mission reflected the community's needs. We conducted community needs assessments to understand better the challenges and opportunities within our service area. This involved surveys, focus groups, and one-on-one interviews with community leaders and residents. Setting long-term strategic goals was another key component of this process. We established clear, measurable objectives to guide our work and create a roadmap for achieving our mission. These goals included program development, capacity building, and community outreach. Strategic Planning: We developed a comprehensive strategic plan to outline our objectives and strategies for the coming years. This plan involved setting priorities, identifying key resources needed, and establishing metrics for measuring our progress and success. The strategic plan was a collaborative effort involving the board of directors, staff, and community stakeholders. It provided a clear vision for the organization's future and a detailed action plan for achieving our goals. The organization did not engage in other program services during 2022 as the primary focus was on organizational setup and funding efforts. Total expenses related to these accomplishments were approximately $37,850, which includes $27,000 for the Executive Director, $9,600 for office space, and $1,250 for legal and administrative costs. By focusing on these foundational activities, Starting Over Strong has positioned itself for significant impact in the coming years. We are now prepared to launch our programs and services, supported by a strong organizational structure, clear mission and values, and a strategic plan to guide our efforts. We look forward to making a positive difference in the lives of those we serve and contributing to the broader community's well-being. | $0 | $37,850 |
Compensation and Service Providers
Employees
| Name | Title | Full / Part Time | Base | Other | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vonya Quarles | Interim Executive Director | PT | $0 | - | - |
| 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
- 2024-05-20
Supplemental Narrative
Additional Explanations
Form 990-EZ, Part I, Line 16
“For Part II, Line 24: The total other assets listed include $1,250 in legal and administrative costs. These expenses were incurred for drafting bylaws, obtaining federal and state tax-exempt status, and other necessary legal and administrative procedures essential for establishing the organization's legal and operational framework.”
Form 990-EZ, Part II, Line 26
“For Part II, Line 26: Total liabilities amount to $37,850. This includes $27,000 for the salary of the Executive Director, $9,600 for office space expenses, and $1,250 for legal and administrative fees. The legal and administrative fees were incurred for drafting bylaws, obtaining federal and state tax-exempt status, and other necessary legal and administrative procedures essential for establishing the organization's legal and operational framework. These costs are critical for the organizational setup and ongoing administrative operations necessary to support the organization's mission and activities.”
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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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| ReasonableCauseExplanation/ExplanationTxt | 0 | The text you provided should be formatted into a continuous block of text without line breaks, bullet points, or other formatting that the IRS electronic filing system doesn't accept. Here is your text reformatted accordingly: Starting Over Strong experienced delays in filing Form 990-EZ for the tax year ending December 31, 2022, due to several factors related to its initial establishment and preliminary funding efforts. Below is a detailed explanation of the circumstances that led to the late filing: Starting Over Strong was formally established during the tax year. This 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, 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 the Form 990-EZ. We anticipated that the organization would become fully operational in the next general election year (2024), after securing sufficient funding to support ongoing activities and hiring key personnel. The transition from the setup and funding phase to an active operational phase required careful planning and resource allocation, which contributed to the delay in administrative filings. Recognizing the importance of timely filings, we have implemented several measures to ensure future compliance with IRS requirements. These include: Hiring an operations director to manage day-to-day operations and compliance tasks. Establishing internal deadlines and procedures to ensure that all required forms and filings are completed well before their due dates. Engaging with a professional accountant or tax advisor to oversee the organization's financial and compliance obligations. We understand the importance of timely filing and regret any inconvenience caused by the delay. We respectfully request that the IRS considers these extenuating circumstances and grants an abatement of any associated penalties. I appreciate your understanding and consideration. Vonya Quarles Interim Executive Director Starting Over Strong |
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Filings
Displayed year
2022 • Form 990EZDetailed filing. Detailed filing data is available for this year.
- Assets
- $125,000
- Liabilities
- $37,850
- Net assets
- $87,150
- Revenue
- $125,000
- Expenses
- $37,850
- Net income
- $87,150