Safehome Inc

“The committees of the organization are advisory in nature and do not have the authority to act on behalf of the governing board.”

“Prior to filing, the form 990 is reviewed and approved by the organization's chief financial officer (cfo). Once approved by the cfo, the form 990 is provided to the finance committee for its review and approval. Once the finance committee has approved the form 990, it is provided to the board of directors for its review and approval with the recommendation of approval by the finance committee. Once the board of directors has approved the form 990, it is filed.”

“Members of the board of directors review, discuss, and sign the conflict of interest policy on an annual basis. Any apparent or potential conflicts of interest are identified, discussed and resolved by the board. Historically, the agency has not had conflict of interest issues.”

“Executive compensation undergoes an annual review by the board of directors and executive committee. A salaries and benefits survey of nonprofit organizations of greater kansas city is used for executive compensation benchmarking purposes. Executive compensation was last reviewed by the board in 2024.”

“Other officers- and key employees' compensation is reviewed annually as part of the annual budget process by the president/ceo and the finance committee of the board of directors. Other officers- and key employees' compensation was last reviewed in 2024.”

“The organization makes its governing documents, conflict of interest policy, and financials statements available to the general public upon request. The financial statements and audit report are filed with the federal audit clearinghouse.”

“In 2024, safehome, inc. Provided services to approximately 9,838 individuals through its four primary comprehensive services. All of the organization's services are available in english and spanish, and other language translation is provided as needed. Safehome, inc. Provides all of its services confidentially and free of charge. The organization's emergency shelter consists of 14 family units, 10 single units, and the option to provide two large family units, providing a confidential, safe, and healing atmosphere for adults and children to love, gain inner strength, build self-esteem, and heal. In 2024, the organization provided 317 adults and children escaping from domestic violence with 16,018 shelter bed nights of refuge to find safety, help and hope. The organization's shelter includes a crisis hotline that is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to provide a listening ear, help with immediate safety planning, and connect victims with the organization's or other community resources they need to escape domestic violence situations. In 2024, the organization responded to 7,631 hotline calls. The organization also provides rent assistance and supportive services to families who transition to independent living.”

“Outreach and advocacy - healthcare advocates offer help to victims of domestic violence in health care settings such as hospitals and medical clinics. The organization educated 80 individuals and trained 220 medical professionals in 2024 to recognize and respond to victims of domestic violence. The organization educates victims and the community at large about domestic violence issues. Economic advocates assist clients with budgeting and financial management education individually and in structured classes. In 2024, the organization provided 42 hours of training and community awareness presentations. The organization provides assistance to victims at the district court. The organization is the only domestic violence agency in the kansas city metro area or in the state of kansas to have a full-time attorney on staff. In 2024, the organization assisted 57 individuals with legal services directly from its full-time attorney, and assisted 367 victims with learning about domestic violence, protection from abuse orders and the legal process in district court through its legal advocacy services.”

“Children's services: children receive supportive services for school, health care, and daily needs. The organization's licensed child and family therapists are skilled in working with children exposed to or affected by domestic violence. Safehome also provides a staffed children's center for clients' children to utilize during clients' therapy sessions, legal counsel and court appearances. A summer program, with a summer camp counselor, provides extracurricular summer activities to children and their families.”