2024-11-14T22:05:09-05:00 2023-12-31 990 2023-01-01 113369566 SEPA MUJER INC SEPA 110 N OCEAN AVE PATCHOGUE NY 11772 Martha Maffei EXECUTIVE DIREC 6319802555 2024-05-14 true 2023 2024-10-15 13:58:12Z 1431422 false X WWW.SEPAMUJER.ORG X 1996 NY SEPA MUJER HAS BEEN SERVING IMMIGRANT WOMEN IN LONG ISLAND, NY SINCE 1993. WE BRING TOGETHER COMMUNITY MEMBERS AND ADVOCATES. TOGETHER WE SPEAK OUT AGAINST INJUSTICE, PROVIDE ACCESS TO OPPORTUNITIES AND SERVICES. WE STAND AGAINST DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AND PUSH FOR SOCIAL CHANGE. 5 5 28 50 0 0 1217108 1300893 4470 15060 540 715 38286 73076 1260404 1389744 221464 229938 0 844767 1138847 0 127810 301916 242311 1368147 1611096 -107743 -221352 1526146 3007106 1029892 2732204 496254 274902 X SEPA MUJER HAS BEEN SERVING IMMIGRANT WOMEN IN LONG ISLAND, NY SINCE 1993. WE BRING TOGETHER COMMUNITY MEMBERS AND ADVOCATES. TOGETHER WE SPEAK OUT AGAINST INJUSTICE, PROVIDE ACCESS TO OPPORTUNITIES AND SERVICES. WE STAND AGAINST DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AND PUSH FOR SOCIAL CHANGE. true false 435002 VICTIMS AND SURVIVORS PROGRAM: V.I.D.A (Viviendo Independiente con Dignidada y Aspiracion) TheVictims and Survivors Program supports Latina immigrant victims of crime, addressing issues suchas gender-based violence (domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking), hate crimes,gang violence, and wage theft. Launched in 2019 with funding from the New York State Office ofVictim Services, the program has since expanded through additional support from the Office onViolence Against Women (OVW) for the Thriving Latinas, S.A.N.A.R.programs, CASITA transitionalhousing, the Office for Victims of Crime (OVC) for the Freedom Plan program to assist victims ofhuman trafficking. Our 24/7 Ayuda Latina Hotline is the only 24/7 Spanish-English hotline forvictims of gender-based violence, hate crimes, and wage theft, staffed by trained volunteers. 296259 EQUITY AND COMMUNITY EMPOWERMENT PROGRAM (ECEP): SEPA Mujers Equity and Community EmpowermentProgram (ECEP) serves the immigrant community on Long Island through education, leadershipdevelopment, and essential resources for migrant families. Our Education and Outreach initiativesfocus on building collective power by addressing critical social justice issues such as genderviolenceencompassing domestic violence, sexual assault, and human traffickingas well asworkers rights, including wage theft prevention and health equity. Our GIRLS A.C.T. (Activist.Creating. Transforming) Program provides Latina youth aged 14-20 in Suffolk County with asupportive space for mentorship and leadership. Participants in the 2023 summer leadershipprogram engaged in activities such as college tours and hands-on experiences with our staff,fostering their creativity and commitment to social justice. 243071 15060 LEGAL SERVICES: Access to high-quality and culturally sensitive legal services is essential for adults and children escaping abuse and violence. The Charity is dedicated to providing immigration legal services to immigrant victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and other forms of abuse. Legal assistance is available for those eligible for U visas, T visas, VAWA protections, gender-based asylum, and more, often at little or no cost.The Charity understands the daily challenges immigrant victims face in Suffolk County, including workers rights violations, immigration raids, and lack of language accessan issue that can significantly impact the reporting of crimes. Together with community advocates, the Charity fiercely supports interpretation and translation services for crime victims, as mandated by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. 237037 133518 The Migrant Relocation and Assistance Program (MRAP) is designed to support migrant families by providing essential resources and services tailored to their unique needs.Through MRAP, we offer a variety of services, including case management, emergency assistance, and payment support for rent and utilities. Our dedicated staff works diligently to connect families with available resources, such as job placement, school registration for their children, social benefits, and legal representation. The Welcoming NY Campaign is dedicated to fostering an inclusive, supportive environment for immigrants throughout Suffolk County and New York. We offered resources, provide legal consultations and representation, organize Know Your Rights presentations, and conduct community outreach to advocate for immigrant rights. The campaign aims to create a New York where all residentsregardless of background can access essential resources. 96420 96420 Emergency Cash Assistance Program: SEPA Mujer Inc. continued to support immigrant families on Long Island through funds from the Emergency Food and Shelter Program (EFSP). This program provided financial relief for rent, mortgage, and food expenses to individuals in need, with a focus on single mothers, immigrant women survivors of gender violence, and immigrant women who lost their jobs and were ineligible for other forms of government assistance. 333457 229938 1307789 true true false true false false false false false false true false false false true false true false false false false false false false true false false false true false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false true X 5 0 28 true true false false false false false true true false false false false false false X 5 5 false false false false false false false true true false true true true true true true true true true true false NY X X MARTHA MAFFEI 6319802555 110 N OCEAN AVE PATCHOGUE NY 11772 MARTHA MAFFEI EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR 40.00 0.00 X 145152 0 0 MARTHA REYES FISCAL DIRECTOR 40.00 0.00 X 83026 0 0 JENNIFER BRADY SECRETARY 1.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 VANESSA GONZALEZ BOARD MEMBER 1.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 JOHANNA ROTTA-GENNA PRESIDENT OF THE BOARD 1.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 RON FISHER TREASURER 1.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 DOROTHY THOMAS BOARD MEMBER 1.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 228178 0 0 1 false false false 29907 1014933 256053 1300893 Legal Fees 541100 15060 15060 15060 715 715 23024 15964 7060 7060 7060 91730 29907 25714 66016 66016 1389744 15060 0 73791 229938 229938 228179 88176 84115 55888 802107 730909 25675 45523 23995 23995 84566 67226 9014 8326 43200 24753 16300 2147 8433 6065 2368 12035 6351 5684 8618 4150 2608 1860 55231 44924 5380 4927 30567 27600 2967 5925 996 3670 1259 26537 21098 2839 2600 10242 8142 1096 1004 6405 5093 685 627 Equipment and Furniture 14523 8130 6393 Materials and Supplies 8249 4742 2226 1281 Communications 9874 3610 6264 Memberships and Subscription 2472 1891 581 1611096 1307789 175497 127810 625898 1971368 171210 288660 8600 15818 28317 738320 28159 713220 710161 1526146 3007106 59601 85479 1731708 909023 434717 471991 61268 8309 1029892 2732204 X 423834 254902 72420 20000 496254 274902 1526146 3007106 -221352 0 X false true X true false X 267524 699519 1023887 1221579 1270986 4483495 267524 699519 1023887 1221579 1270986 4483495 4483495 492 286 724 540 715 2757 15 3413 60931 38286 121637 224282 4710534 0.95180 0.56350 X RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED true true false false false false true 204 true 3867 false 4071 false 219996 219996 518324 28159 490165 710161 CUSTODIAL ACCOUNT 6540 TENANT DEPOSITS 1769 8309 1431422 41678 41678 1389744 1389744 1652774 41678 41678 1611096 1611096 Other revenues not included on Form 990 (Part XI, line 2d) Rental gross income reduced by rental expenses Other expenses not included on Form 990 (Part XII, line 2d) Rental expenses not included in Statement of Functional Expenses Annual Gala 72917 72917 19000 2289 Health Summi 18813 18813 4425 91730 91730 23425 2289 25714 66016 true Housingfoodutilitestransportation 211 229938 Cost Monitoring procedures (Part I, line 2) Depending on the program, we have policies and procedures to determine eligibily of services based on each grant. Records are kept of clients applications and documentation of each expense made. Unrelated business income explanation Part V line 3b Per IRC Section 512(b)(3)rents from real property excluded from unrelated business taxable income. Space in building rent is less than 85%. Form 990 governing body review Part VI line 11 THIS FORM WAS SENT FOR REVIEW TO THE GOVERNING BODY PRIOR TO FILING Conflict of interest policy compliance Part VI line 12c THE CHARITY HAS A CONFLIT OF INTEREST POLICY THAT ADDRESSES THE CONSIDERATION OF POTENTIAL CONFLICTS OF INTEREST BY THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES AND THEIR RELATIVES. DISCLOSURES MUST BE MADE OF ANY POTENTIAL CONFLICTS OF INTEREST. THE ORGANIZATION REGULARLY AND CONSISTENTLY MONITORS AND ENFORCES COMPLIANCE WITH THE POLICY. CEO executive director top management comp Part VI line 15a COMPENSATION IS APPROVED BY THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS. AS A SMALL NON-PROFIT COMPENSATION IS BASED ON AVAILABILTY OF FUNDING. Other officer or key employee compensation Part VI line 15b COMPENSATION IS APPROVED BY THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS. AS A SMALL NON-PROFIT COMPENSATION IS BASED ON AVAILABILTY OF FUNDING. Form 990 availability to public Part VI line 18 THE 990 IS AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST. ANY ONE INTERESTED CAN CONTACT SEPA MUJER INC. THE CONTACT INFORMATION IS AVAILABLE THROUGH OUR WEBSITE WWW.SEPAMUJER.ORG. THE 990 WILL ALSO BE PUBLICLY AVAILABLE THROUGH THE CHARITY WEBSITE OF THE NY STATE DEPARTMENT. Governing documents etc available to public Part VI line 19 GOVERNING DOCUMENTS CAN BE REQUESTED BY CONTACTING SEPA MUJER INC. THE CONTACT INFORMATION IS AVAILABLE THROUGH OUR WEBSITE WWW.SEPAMUJER.ORG. Significant program services not listed on prior year return Part III line 2 Starting in 2023, through funding from the NY Office of Temporary and Disabilty Assistance (OTDA),SEPA Mujer started working in the Migrant Relocation Assistance Program (MRAP).The Migrant Relocation and Assistance Program (MRAP) is designed to support migrant families by providing essential resources and services tailored to their unique needs. Our program empowers individuals and families through comprehensive assistance that addresses key areas such as housing, healthcare, education, and legal support. We recognize the challenges faced by migrant communities, including language barriers, cultural differences, and limited access to vital resources.Through MRAP,we offer a variety of services, including case management, emergency assistance,and payment support for rental and utilies. Part III response or note to any other line in Part III The Migrant Relocation and Assistance Program (MRAP) is designed to support migrant families by providing essential resources and services tailored to their unique needs.Through MRAP, we offer a variety of services, including case management, emergency assistance, and payment support for rent and utilities. Our dedicated staff works diligently to connect families with available resources, such as job placement, school registration for their children, social benefits, and legal representation. The Welcoming NY Campaign is dedicated to fostering an inclusive, supportive environment for immigrants throughout Suffolk County and New York. We offered resources, provide legal consultations and representation, organize Know Your Rights presentations, and advocate for immigrant rights. Emergency Cash Assistance Program: SEPA Mujer Inc. continued to support immigrant families on Long Island through funds from the Emergency Food and Shelter Program (EFSP). This program provided financial relief for rent, mortgage, and food expenses to individuals in need, with a focus on single mothers, immigrant women survivors of gender violence, and immigrant women who lost their jobs and were ineligible for other forms of government assistance.