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 executive director 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.”

“Part iv, line 3 was checked "yes" in the previously filed form. The response to this inquiry should be "no." bff did not engage in direct or indirect political campaign activities in 2020.”

“Volunteers at the organization are: --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 1,500 individuals were served by the organization during the year ended december 31, 2020. Program services included the following: advocates ensuring freedom: --services included a 24-hour confidential hotline, 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.”

“Housing: --freedom ranch safehouse: freedom ranch is eagle county's first and only safehouse and emergency shelter for individuals and families affected by domestic violence and sexual assault. The location of the shelter is kept confidential to protect the safety and security of residents. Residents have the support of the shelter manager and other residents through shared living, dining, and children's areas. Additionally, residents work closely with advocates to determine plans following their stay at freedom ranch. Freedom ranch remained open during the covid-19 pandemic by following all public health guidance and utilizing hotels when necessary to maintain social distancing. --brighthouse: construction began in august of 2020 to construct the new brighthouse emergency housing facility which replaced freedom ranch in june 2021.”

“Form 990, part xii, line 3b: the organization is currently undergoing an audit in accordance with the single audit act and omb circular a-133.”