2024-11-05T14:01:04-06:00 2024-06-30 411397419 Abdo LLP 5201 Eden Ave Ste 250 Edina MN 55436 990 2023-07-01 411856806 Breaking Free Inc BREA 6516456557 PO Box 4366 Saint Paul MN 55104 Lori Quist Executive Director 6516456557 2024-10-28 1 1 Steven D Anseth CPA P00552219 9528359090 2024-09-18 2023 2024-10-15 13:58:12Z X Lori Quist PO Box 4366 Saint Paul MN 55104 2649946 0 X www.breakingfree.net X 1996 MN To end all forms of prostitution and sex-trafficking. 8 8 23 41 0 0 1713246 1754839 16701 35468 54 348583 43770 6006 1773771 2144896 183590 237049 0 0 804832 848993 0 0 110479 823125 733436 1811547 1819478 -37776 325418 1543194 1251103 1203870 546888 339324 704215 X Empowering survivors of sex trafficking and prostitution to build new lives through safe housing, direct services, healing programs, survivor advocacy, worldwide policy change, and hope. 0 0 873807 180025 25268 Housing: This year, Breaking Free has taken significant steps to enhance the safety and dignity of our housing programs for survivors. We successfully relocated our Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH) program, Village Place, to a safer and more dignified environment, providing a fresh start for our residents. Village Place now comprises 17 two-bedroom units for families and 13 one-bedroom units for single adults. Additionally, we expanded our housing services into the Suburban Metro Area Counties (SMAC) region, partnering with local organizations to offer scattered-site subsidized housing for an additional 15 single adults, focusing on Washington and Anoka counties. Throughout the year, we provided stable housing for 40 households, including 45 adults and 46 children, with an average tenancy of 2 years and 6 months. 329487 54843 Advocacy: Breaking Free continued to be a strong voice for survivors, driving systemic change and ensuring that their needs are met through our advocacy efforts. A key accomplishment this year was the shift to mobile advocacy, allowing our advocates to meet survivors where they are and provide tailored support. This mobile approach has enabled us to reach more individuals in need, particularly those who may face barriers to accessing traditional services. Our advocacy work also included influencing local policy changes that enhanced legal protections for survivors and improved access to essential services.After intake, each client is assigned an advocate who helps them develop a personalized goal plan and connect with the necessary resources. Our clients often face complex challenges, including poverty, homelessness, chemical dependency, and mental health issues, requiring comprehensive services to address these barriers. The 14-week Sisters of Survival (SOS) educational support group continues to be a cornerstone of our programming, empowering participants to share their experiences and learn about the dynamics of sex trafficking and other forms of violence. Graduates of the SOS program are encouraged to join our Alumni Group, which provides ongoing support and education on topics such as financial literacy, parenting, and self-esteem. Throughout our services, we focus on empowering survivors to achieve their full potential. 210786 2181 10200 Outreach: Our outreach efforts have expanded significantly with the purchase of a new mobile outreach vehicle, allowing us to extend our reach to more individuals at risk of exploitation. This mobile unit has been instrumental in building relationships with vulnerable populations, providing them with immediate access to resources, stabilization services, and connections to housing. We continue to participate in anti-trafficking street outreach initiatives across Ramsey County and the City of Minneapolis, partnering with community organizations and law enforcement. Through these efforts, we have engaged with numerous unsheltered individuals, offering them the support they need to escape exploitation and start their journey to recovery.Breaking Free's accomplishments this year reflect our ongoing commitment to empowering survivors of sex trafficking, providing them with the support, advocacy, and housing they need to rebuild their lives. 1414080 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 3 0 1 23 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 X 8 8 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 0 0 MN X X Lori Quist 6516456557 PO Box 4366 Saint Paul MN 55104 Kevin Dotson Secretary 1.00 X X 0 0 0 Carla Reiling Treasurer 1.00 X X 0 0 0 Amelia Beard Chair 1.00 X X 0 0 0 Joel Cessna Vice Chair 1.00 X X 0 0 0 Ann Haines Holy Eagle Member 1.00 X 0 0 0 Nicole Eagle Member 1.00 X 0 0 0 Grace Child Member 1.00 X 0 0 0 Sam Turner Member 1.00 X 0 0 0 Lori Quist Executive Director 40.00 X 122708 0 8449 Samantha Jacobson CFO 40.00 X 78843 0 29677 201551 0 38126 1 0 0 0 0 1159710 595129 27784 1754839 Housing Rental Income 624200 25268 25268 Men's Breaking Free 624200 10200 10200 35468 265 265 853368 505050 348318 348318 348318 Insurance Claim 900099 6006 6006 6006 2144896 35468 0 354589 237049 237049 268668 185473 61798 21397 464364 339422 83351 41591 30593 12099 18263 231 85368 58468 21322 5578 1274 1274 24583 24583 75031 40450 20976 13605 13795 6338 145 7312 51169 28073 13049 10047 429192 414425 14767 7952 3977 3975 8199 8199 27783 21393 4723 1667 61089 43760 10971 6358 Miscellaneous Expense 25776 18739 5157 1880 Membership dues and sub 3383 928 1751 704 Equipment Rental and Ma 3371 3371 Employee Training 839 115 615 109 1819478 1414080 294919 110479 131453 623447 33132 33301 76578 125941 3820 13200 5099 44597 127619 97274 536997 30345 756115 380272 1543194 1251103 107022 81835 39473 230458 826917 465053 1203870 546888 X 339324 680575 23640 339324 704215 1543194 1251103 325418 39473 0 X X 0 1 X 1 1 1 X 1359716 1897692 1893358 1713246 1754839 8618851 1359716 1897692 1893358 1713246 1754839 8618851 36231 8582620 84161 85669 63085 41247 25533 299695 1292 1448 33621 2557 6006 44924 8963470 157464 0.95750 0.93350 X RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED 110627 96524 14103 16992 750 16242 30345 Right-of-use asset 380272 380272 Security Deposits 47106 Lease Liability, Current and Long-Term Portion 417947 465053 2144896 0 2144896 0 2144896 1819478 0 1819478 0 1819478 1 Client Assistance 203 209370 27679 Fair Value Clothing, food and other in-kind support Part I, Line 2: The use of the funds is not monitored since the in-kind assistance or the funds provided per donee are not significant for monitoring. Additionally, the assistance is often paid directly to a vendor instead of the individual requesting assistance. X 15309 Fair Market Value X 17 10785 Fair Market Value X 8 1464 Fair Market Value X Gift Cards 1 225 Fair Market Value 0 0 0 Form 990, Part VI, Section B, line 11b The accountant and the board members review the 990 for final approval before filing. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, line 12c The organization monitors potential conflicts of interest through a vetting process of new vendors which require a Director's approval, CFO approval and the Executive Director's approval. The relationships with other organizations is monitored by the CFO and the Executive Director. The Board of Directors are elected by an interview process conducted by the other Board members and the Executive Director. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, line 15a The Board reviews and determines the compensation for the executive director position. This determination is based upon comparability data and defined and documented board review process. Form 990, Part VI, Section C, line 19 The Organization makes its governing documents, conflict of interest policy, and financial statements available to the public upon request. Form 990, Part XII, Line 2c: The process has not changed from the prior year.