Deaf Community Services of San Diego Inc.

“Program Service Expenses 188,007, Grants and allocations 0, Revenue 0 Employment Services During the fiscal year, DCS provided 592 employment services to deaf, hard of hearing, and deafblind individuals. DCS employment services assisted job seekers in obtaining and maintaining employment, provide them high quality support services, and guide them through job search training, mock interviews, cover letter and resume development, and completion of job applications. The services also collaborate with employers to develop relationships that foster potential employment opportunities for deaf, hard of hearing, and deafblind individuals.”

“Program Service Expenses 66,469, Grants and allocations 0, Revenue 244,749 Adult Literacy Services During the fiscal year, 171 deaf and hard of hearing adults were served. The adult literacy programs provide classroom learning and personal development through ASL. Classroom instruction includes educating trainees and participants about how to develop and maintain a myriad of skills necessary to live independently. In addition, workshop presenters participate in the classroom to provide trainees and participants with information on career exploration and preparation and options for transition programs and services.”

“Program Service Expenses 6,870, Grants and allocations 0, Revenue 3,688 Community Outreach and Education During the fiscal year, 3,629 deaf, hard of hearing, and deafblind individuals were served. Efforts through community education enhance the knowledge and skills - with topics of interest and relevance - among deaf, hard of hearing, and deafblind individuals in both deaf and hearing communities. DCS offers a wide range of workshops and activities such as ASL classes, resources fairs, employment-related workshops, educational sessions about social security, CalFresh Food benefits, immigration, and self-help groups. In addition, youth and family services provided and coordinated enrichment programs for 120 young adults, children, and families.”

“A detailed review of Form 990 is performed by the Accounting Manager and Executive Director. Once this review is completed, a copy is provided to the Board of Directors for review and approval prior to filing.”

“The Organization requires its Board of Directors and Executive Director to sign its conflict of interest policy statement on an annual basis indicating any interests that give rise to conflicts, if applicable.”

“Compensation for Executive Director is determined and reviewed by the Board of Directors.”

“The Organization makes its governing documents, conflict of interest policy and financial statements available to the public upon request by interested parties.”

“ASL interpreting services 1,629,351, medical consultating 6,950, deaf coaching 8,158, other 13,944.”