Bright Future Foundation for Eagle County

“The form 990 is presented to the finance committee for review and approval before filing.”

“The policy is discussed annually at a board meeting, and directors are asked to disclose any conflicts.”

“Compensation for the chief executive officer is recommended by the board chair and approved by the executive committee. A formal review occurs once a year. Comparable salary data for salary range and compensation was obtained from mountain states employers council and the colorado non-profit association salary and benefits survey.”

“We consider requests on a case-by-case basis.”

“Volunteers at the organization include: --individuals trained as advocates to answer the 24/7 hotline; --mentors to at-risk youth; --administrative and program interns working directly with program participants; --architecture, design, and supervision services for the brighthouse project; --board of directors who serve on a volunteer basis.”

“An estimated total of 915 individuals were served by the organization during the year ended december 31, 2022. Program services included the following: advocates ensuring freedom: --services included a 24-hour confidential crisis line, operated 365 days a year by trained volunteers; advocacy for victims of domestic violence and sexual assault; and housing stabilization. Bright future advocates focus on long- term recovery with the goal of self-sufficiency and self-efficacy. Essentially our services support clients throughout the transition from "victim" to "survivor." we embrace a holistic view of recovery, which addresses the psychological, economic, medical, and legal implications of abuse. This approach streamlines the process, and consequently reduces the potential for unnecessary distress among clients. --behavioral health and counseling: bright future foundation provides trauma-informed therapeutic services for individuals and families affected by violence. All counseling services are at no cost to clients and confidential. Counseling services deliver the psychological tools necessary to process trauma and initiate recovery. --legal advocacy and representation: victims are often overwhelmed by complex court and legal proceedings. Bright future's legal advocates guide clients through the maze of the civil and criminal justice system. Legal advocacy is provided to all impacted by domestic violence and sexual assault. Additionally, bright future provides legal representation to qualifying low-income individuals and families impacted by domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking.”