Facing Forward to End Homelessness

“The form 990 is made available to the board of directors electronically on the organization's file sharing website.”

“This is monitored through board /staff orientations, and on-going compliance and supervision meetings (which are monthly)”

“The board of directors under direction from the board president establish the compensation of the executive director and approve 2-3 year contract with the executive director. Annual performance review is conducted by the board president with input from board directors.”

“Governing documents, policies, and financial statements are made available upon request. 990 tax returns are also available on the Illinois Attorney General's web site http://www.illinoisattorneygeneral.govas well as on GuideStar http://www2.guidestar.org/”

“OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES 4: Families in Transition - Short-term supportive service provided to families and individuals who are experiencing homelessness and matched to a permanent housing option. Services are designed to assist the household in successfully completing housing applications and moving into permanent housing. Services include assistance in obtaining documentation, transportation assistance, advocacy, coordination with housing providers, referrals to emergency resources, and move in assistance. Services are typically provided until a household moves into permanent housing or is found ineligible for housing. OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES 5: AIDs Foundation of Chicago - Scattered site permanent supportive housing for individuals and families who are homeless or at risk and living with HIV/AIDS. AFC provides a long term housing subsidy, and Facing Forward provides ongoing supportive services, which are designed to enhance the quality of life for the residents, empower them in moving toward progressively self-sufficient living, and to support access and adherence to HIV treatment. Support services include promoting residential stability, increasing household income, addressing healthcare needs, educational advancement, job readiness, housing location and inspection, and anything else identified as a root cause of housing instability or a barrier to advancement. Services are provided by Facing Forward as well as through linkages to other community services.”