Hispanic Unity of Florida Inc

“The board is provided a copy of the irs form 990 after review and approval by the finance committee but prior to the filing with the internal revenue service. The cfo and the finance committee review the 990 in detail and allow time for board review, input and approval.”

“Directors serve voluntarily and in the best interest of hispanic unity of florida, inc. Actions that are self-serving, whether of a personal or financial nature, would be cause for immediate removal from the board. On an annual basis each board member and each key employee reads and signs a form agreeing to abide by the board-approved conflict of interest policy. All board members also sign an attestation to a robust code of ethics.”

“The compensation of the chief executive officer, and other officers and key employees (i.e., chief financial officer, vice president of development officer,and vice president of programs) includes a two-part analysis conducted first by the finance committee for recommendation and approval to the board of directors. First, the job description is analyzed for the purposes of selecting local like-kind organizations to use the compensation of those comparable positions. The most relevant factors in selecting comparables include the type of services and programs offered, the annual budget and geographical location. Second, the compensation of the person is reviewed and approved using data of the comparable like-kind organizations. These two steps ensure that the compensation is within market.”

“As stated for line 15a above.”

“The organization's 990 and, if applicable, the 990-t is available to the public anytime 1) on the organization's website, wwww.hispanicunity.org, 2) on guidestar's website, www.guidestar.org, or 3) upon written or verbal request, which is complied with by providing a copy by u.s. Mail or email to the requestor.”

“Hispanic unity of florida, inc. (huf or the organization) was founded in 1982 by community leaders to guide newcomers to the u.s. On their journey to their american dream and to ease the acculturation process. Today, huf is south floridas largest 501(c) (3) dedicated to the immigrant population. With 12 programs and more than 30 services offered in 4 languages, this agency serves south floridas community. Since its inception, huf has served over 587,000 individuals. We provide services in the following program areas: education, economic development, and civic engagement. We also focus on public policy & advocacy. Currently our programs and services are in-person and virtual from over 40 locations. Hufs comprehensive approach to advance and accelerate the pace of social and economic mobility is family-centered, two generation (2gen) and is designed to support individuals and families from varied national and language backgrounds across south florida. Hufs integrated services provide a seamless framework of wellness and prosperity that includes immediate assistance as well as long-term solutions. Family coaches work within families, simultaneously tracking outcomes for children and adult family members. Hufs mission: empowering immigrants and others to become self-sufficient, productive, and civically engaged. Seeking long-term solutions through public policy and advocacy to the issues affecting our clients and community in the areas of healthcare, education, economic sustainability, and immigration. This effort is reflected in each program service area. In 2024, the agency served more than 33,342 children and families.”

“Language & education program: - unity 4kids (u4k) early learning center: 5-star rated, nationally accredited,licensed pre-k & vpk for 3 to 5-year olds. 100 children and parents served. - unity 4teens (u4t) program: year-round afterschool & summer-school program for youth ages 11-18. In 2024, 1,864 youths and parents were served. - english for speakers of other languages (esol) (in partnership with broward county public schools). In 2024, 561 individuals were served. - family strengthening program: research-based parent- education program that teaches parents the importance of engaging in nurturing behavior promoting healthy physical and emotional development in children. In 2024,614 children and parents were served.”

“Economic development the center for working families (cwf): a comprehensive approach to advance economic success for hard-working families and their children through workforce development, economic support, and asset building. O wealth building services: provide step by step directions to support clients'financial success. It also focuses on supporting clients to start their journey towards self-sufficiency. First-time home buyers' services provide housing counseling that helps clients find, finance, maintain, rent, or own a home. The program addresses homelessness through counseling and assists homeowners in need of foreclosure assistance. In 2024, 272 individuals were served. O emerging entrepreneurs (ee) program: workshops in english and spanish for existing & emerging small business owners. In 2024, 1,426 individuals were served. This component is developing a structured learning experience that transforms concepts into viable enterprises. E summit: hispanic unity of florida's annual entrepreneur summit is the capstone experience of its emerging entrepreneurs program. It is a pivotal platform for aspiring and established entrepreneurs to explore new ideas, strategies, and connections crucial for business growth. In 2024, the summit attracted 315 attendees, who benefited from a keynote speaker presentation and four educational workshops on topics spanning ai for business innovation to accessing capital for small businesses. 24 sponsors and community partners supported the event and had on-site representatives for attendees to connect with and broaden their knowledge on available resources. Income support: refers to a range of programs and initiatives designed to provide financial assistance and support to individuals and families with low income or those facing financial hardship but are working towards becoming financially stable. O broward tax pro, formerly known as volunteer income tax assistance (vita), is a free tax preparation service for individuals or families with an annual income of 75,000 or less. In 2024, 3,386 tax returns were submitted. O te ayudo offers health insurance applications and navigation assistance. In 2024, 4,554 individuals were served. O comprando rico y sano is our snap enrollment application assistance process, which is complemented with nutrition education and live cooking demonstrations. In 2024, 6,909 were impacted between snap applications and food distribution. Employment services: these services are designed to equip individuals with the skills,resources, and support necessary to achieve their career aspirations, enhance their employability, and contribute positively to the local workforce. From career counseling and skills development to job placement and ongoing support, our programs aim to create a seamless pathway toward sustainable employment. O workforce education is done through career counseling and coaching, skills training workshops and development programs. Our dedicated team of career counselors conduct personalized sessions to guide individuals in defining their career goals, identifying strengths, and formulating actionable plans. We cover essential topics such as resume writing, interview techniques, and effective communication in the workplace. Our skill development programs, ranging from computer literacy to vocational training, empowered participants with in demand skills that enhanced their employability. O job readiness and placement service organize successful job fairs and networking events that connect job seekers with employers from various industries, fostering meaningful connections and potential job opportunities. Through collaboration with local businesses and organizations, we facilitate job placements for clients, ensuring a smooth transition into the workforce. Our services extend to post-employment support, ensuring individuals successfully integrated into their new roles and addressed any challenges they faced. In 2024, 838 individuals were served through”

“Civic engagement the civic engagement department builds personal self-sufficiency through civic participation, encourages involvement in the voting process and shapes community capacity. The department supports residents in system navigation while offering support through the process of learning about the united state of america, how to get involved, advocates for their needs and leads them onto the pathway of citizenship. The department provides various immigration services and support to the community. Its mission has expanded with the department of justice recognition and accreditation from the department of homeland security. - pathways to citizenship program:citizenship classes and naturalization assistance. In 2024, 2,383 individuals were served. - other immigration services such as adjustment of status, deferred action for childhood arrivals (daca), employment authorization, family-based petitions, and temporary protected status (tps). 1,909 individuals were served during 2024. - voter registration and engagement - legal consultation and referrals (in partnership with legal aid service of broward county and americans for immigrant justice) - during 2024, 1,092 citizenship applications were completed, and 432 legal permanent residents became citizens of the united states of america.”

“Unrealized gain - discount on future promises of 30,656.”

“Pledge discount unrealized gain 26,838 special event expenses 35,219 special event expenses -35,219 total 26,838”