2025-11-14T16:41:53+00:00 2024-12-31 331498605 Plante & Moran PLLC 8181 E TUFTS AVE SUITE 600 DENVER CO 80237 990 2024-01-01 883428824 ON THE WINGS OF ANGELS ONTH 7343856170 755 W BIG BEAVER ROAD 2020 TROY MI 48084 JOSEPHINE DRIES EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR 2489800464 2025-11-14 true true X ALYSSA M KENT P01701477 3037409400 2025-11-14 2024 2025-03-06 01:10:19Z X JOSEPHINE DRIES 755 W BIG BEAVER ROAD 2020 TROY MI 48084 124166 false X www.otwoa.org X 2022 MI OTWOA provides immediate, tangible, and no red-tape resources to survivors of domestic violence. Our mission is to ensure women and children find safety, stability, and hope during crisis and in rebuilding their lives. 12 12 1 30 0 109252 0 69 -28855 0 80466 24966 0 6979 0 0 43008 74953 0 5513 4731 12562 0 2318 4731 10244 On the Wings of Angels provides immediate, tangible, and no red-tape resources to survivors of domestic violence. We meet urgent needs by offering financial assistance, housing support, transportation, food, clothing, legal and court advocacy, and other critical resources. Our mission is to ensure women and children find safety, stability, and hope during crisis and in rebuilding their lives. Beyond emergency aid, we provide community, mentorship, and support programs that empower survivors to heal from trauma, regain independence, and break cycles of abuse. Since our founding, we have served over 150 women and 200 children, building a strong network of partners and advocates committed to lasting change. We believe survivors deserve more than survival. They deserve the opportunity to thrive, and we exist to walk alongside them every step of the way. false false 24966 24966 0 IMMEDIATE & TANGIBLE SURVIVOR ASSISTANCE: ON THE WINGS OF ANGELS PROVIDES IMMEDIATE, NO RED-TAPE RESOURCES TO DOMESTIC VIOLENCE SURVIVORS, INCLUDING EMERGENCY HOUSING SUPPORT, FOOD, CLOTHING, TRANSPORTATION, AND FINANCIAL AID FOR URGENT NEEDS SUCH AS LEGAL FILINGS, RELOCATION, AND COURT ADVOCACY. THIS PROGRAM ENSURES SURVIVORS AND THEIR CHILDREN HAVE SAFETY, STABILITY, AND CRITICAL SUPPORT DURING TIMES OF CRISIS. SURVIVOR ADVOCACY & LEGAL SUPPORT: ON THE WINGS OF ANGELS PROVIDES SURVIVORS WITH ADVOCACY AND SUPPORT THROUGHOUT THE LEGAL AND COURT PROCESS. THIS INCLUDES FUNDING FOR URGENT LEGAL FEES, CONNECTING SURVIVORS WITH TRUSTED ATTORNEYS, PROVIDING COURT ACCOMPANIMENT, AND OFFERING EMOTIONAL AND LOGISTICAL SUPPORT DURING HEARINGS. (SEE CONTINUATION ON SCHEDULE O) 29437 0 0 COMMUNITY SUPPORT & EMPOWERMENT PROGRAMS: WE CREATE SAFE COMMUNITY SPACES AND EMPOWERMENT OPPORTUNITIES FOR SURVIVORS THROUGH EVENTS, MENTORSHIP, AND EDUCATIONAL WORKSHOPS. PROGRAMS INCLUDE WELLNESS AND MENTAL HEALTH PANELS, FINANCIAL LITERACY SESSIONS, YOUTH SUPPORT INITIATIVES, AND COMMUNITY RESOURCE DAYS SUCH AS "BEAUTY BEYOND TRAUMA" (A FREE SALON DAY FOR SURVIVORS). THESE INITIATIVES HELP SURVIVORS HEAL, CONNECT WITH COMMUNITY, AND ACCESS RESOURCES FOR LONG-TERM EMPOWERMENT. 54403 true true false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false 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 false false false true 0 0 1 true false false false false false true true false false false false false false X 12 12 true false false false false false true true true false false false true true true true true true true true false false MI X JOSEPHINE DRIES 2489800464 755 W BIG BEAVER ROAD Suite 2020 TROY MI 48084 ASHLEY K CHAMBERS SECRETARY 1.0 0.0 X X 0 0 0 CHRISTINA L HAEMMERLE PHD VICE PRESIDENT 1.0 0.0 X X 0 0 0 JOSEPHINE DRIES CEO & EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR 50.0 0.0 X X 4000 0 0 KATHRYN A DCAMP JD TREASURER 1.0 0.0 X X 0 0 0 SANDRA D ADAMS CFP PRESIDENT 1.0 0.0 X X 0 0 0 BROOKE ALLEN BOARD MEMBER 1.0 0.0 X 0 0 0 CHRISTINA KREGER BOARD MEMBER 1.0 0.0 X 0 0 0 PAUL DRIES BOARD MEMBER 1.0 0.0 X 0 0 0 SONNA JOHNS BOARD MEMBER 1.0 0.0 X 0 0 0 STEPHANIE DIEHL BOARD MEMBER 1.0 0.0 X 0 0 0 SUE HART BOARD MEMBER 1.0 0.0 X 0 0 0 TAMMY JOHNSON BOARD MEMBER 1.0 0.0 X 0 0 0 4000 0 0 0 false false false 0 55524 53728 109252 0 0 0 0 0 69 69 0 0 0 0 14845 55524 43700 -28855 -28855 0 0 0 0 0 80466 0 0 -28786 X 2100 2100 22866 22866 4000 3000 1000 2565 2565 414 414 1222 1222 18328 0 18328 0 3906 3906 1564 1564 9910 9910 615 615 910 910 12 12 568 568 OTHER EVENT EXPENSE 5873 5873 SUPPLIES EXPENSE 100 100 0 0 0 0 74953 54403 20550 0 4731 12562 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 4731 12562 0 2318 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2318 X 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 4731 10244 4731 10244 4731 12562 5513 0 X false false false X 109252 109252 0 0 0 0 0 0 109252 109252 17300 91952 69 69 0 0 0 0 0 14845 14845 124166 0 X Schedule A, Part II, Line 10 Other Income DESCRIPTION - FUNDRAISING, COLUMN A - , COLUMN B - , COLUMN C - , COLUMN D - , COLUMN E - 14845.0, COLUMN F - 14845.0; RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED GALA 48369 42419 5950 975 13350 11500 4989 TOPGOLF 16000 7375 8625 7337 500 1167 2 6000 5730 270 1715 1803 364 70369 55524 14845 975 20687 1715 13803 6520 43700 -28855 Schedule G, Part II SCHEDULE G, PART II THE NET ECONOMIC PROFIT EARNED FROM SPECIAL EVENTS IS $26,669 AS FOLLOWS: SCH. G, PART II, LINE 1 TOTAL GROSS RECEIPTS: $70,369 SCH. G, PART II, LINE 10 - LESS DIRECT EXPENSES ($43,700) NET ECONOMIC PROFIT EARNED FROM SPECIAL EVENTS $26,669 SCH. G, PART II LINE 11 RESULTS IN A LOWER NET INCOME DUE TO THE REQUIREMENT TO SEPARATELY STATE THE AMOUNT OF CONTRIBUTIONS, $55,524 REQUIRED BY THE IRS TO BE ACKNOWLEDGED TO DONORS AS CHARITABLE CONTRIBUTIONS. true General Survivor Support 300 22866 0 N/A N/A Schedule I, Part I, Line 2 Procedures for monitoring use of grant funds On the Wings of Angels provides immediate, tangible, no red-tape resources to survivors of domestic violence and their children. Grants and assistance are awarded based on need and urgency, with priority given to survivors facing imminent safety concerns, housing insecurity, or critical legal and financial barriers. The organization monitors the use of grant funds through direct communication with recipients, collection of receipts or invoices, and follow-up reporting to ensure funds are used for their intended charitable purpose. The Survivor Support and Advocacy Committee reviews requests, documents approval decisions, and maintains oversight of repayment for loans or additional financial assistance. All grants and assistance are recorded and reported to the Board of Directors. Form 990, Part III, Line 4a PROGRAM SERVICE DESCRIPTION THESE SERVICES ENSURE SURVIVORS ARE NOT RETRAUMATIZED BY THE SYSTEM AND HAVE THE RESOURCES TO PURSUE SAFETY, CUSTODY, AND JUSTICE. SURVIVOR HOUSING & RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: ON THE WINGS OF ANGELS HELPS SURVIVORS AND THEIR CHILDREN SECURE SAFE HOUSING AND START OVER AFTER ESCAPING ABUSE. WE PROVIDE EMERGENCY HOTEL STAYS, FIRST MONTH'S RENT, DEPOSITS, MOVING COSTS, FURNITURE, AND HOUSEHOLD ESSENTIALS. BY REMOVING FINANCIAL AND LOGISTICAL BARRIERS, THIS PROGRAM ENSURES SURVIVORS CAN LEAVE UNSAFE ENVIRONMENTS AND BEGIN REBUILDING THEIR LIVES IN STABILITY AND SAFETY. YOUTH & FAMILY SUPPORT SERVICES: RECOGNIZING THE IMPACT OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE ON CHILDREN, WE PROVIDE RESOURCES AND SUPPORT TO YOUNG SURVIVORS AND THEIR NON-ABUSIVE PARENTS. SERVICES INCLUDE CLOTHING, SCHOOL SUPPLIES, EXTRACURRICULAR SUPPORT, COUNSELING RESOURCES, AND COMMUNITY PROGRAMS THAT FOSTER HEALING, RESILIENCE, AND A SENSE OF NORMALCY. THIS PROGRAM STRENGTHENS FAMILIES AND HELPS BREAK THE CYCLE OF VIOLENCE FOR THE NEXT GENERATION. Form 990, Part VI, Line 2 Family/business relationships amongst interested persons Josephine Dries & Paul Dries - Family relationship Form 990, Part VI, Line 7b Decisions requiring approval by members or stockholders Final decision-making authority on all matters rests with the Executive Director. This includes all operational and strategic matters of the Organization, subject to legal compliance and fiduciary oversight by the Board. The Executive Director reserves the power to implement the Organization's mission, manage staff, oversee programs and finances, and represent the Organization publicly. Form 990, Part VI, Line 11b Review of form 990 by governing body The organization's Form 990 is prepared by the Executive Director in collaboration with the Treasurer and reviewed by the Board President prior to filing. A draft of the return is distributed electronically to all members of the Board of Directors for review and comment. Board members are given the opportunity to ask questions, provide feedback, and request clarifications. Once all questions are addressed, the Executive Director finalizes and files the Form 990 with the IRS. A copy of the filed Form 990 is then provided to the full Board for their records. Form 990, Part VI, Line 12c Conflict of interest policy On the Wings of Angels maintains a written Conflict of Interest Policy that applies to all officers, directors, and board committee members. Each covered person is required to disclose any actual, potential, or perceived conflicts annually and as they arise. Disclosures are reviewed by the Board President in consultation with the Executive Director, and, when necessary, referred to the full Board of Directors for determination. If a conflict is found to exist, the individual must recuse themselves from discussions and abstain from voting on related matters. The organization documents all disclosures and actions taken in the Board's meeting minutes. Form 990, Part VI, Line 15a Process to establish compensation of top management official The compensation of the organization's top management official (Executive Director) is determined and approved by the Board of Directors, with the Executive Director abstaining from the discussion and vote. The Board reviews comparable compensation data from similar organizations and considers the individual's qualifications, responsibilities, and performance in determining reasonable compensation. The process and decision are documented in the Board's meeting minutes. The most recent review of the Executive Director's compensation was conducted in 2024. Form 990, Part VI, Line 15b Process to establish compensation of other employees The organization follows a formal process to establish the compensation of its top management position and key officers. The Board of Directors reviews compensation for the Executive Director (JoJo Dries) and the Treasurer. The Executive Director is not involved in discussions or voting on her own compensation, in accordance with the conflict-of-interest provisions in the bylaws. The Board utilizes the Michigan Association of Nonprofits (MNA) Compensation & Benefits Report as a benchmark to ensure compensation is reasonable and comparable to organizations of similar size, mission, and geographic scope. The Board reviews the report, considers the responsibilities and performance of each covered individual, and documents its determinations in the official meeting minutes. The most recent review of compensation for the Executive Director and Treasurer was conducted in 2024. Form 990, Part VI, Line 19 Required documents available to the public On the Wings of Angels makes its governing documents, Conflict of Interest Policy, and financial statements available to the public upon request. Copies may be obtained by contacting the organization's office by mail, phone, or email. In addition, the organization posts information about its mission, programs, and impact on its website at www.otwoa.org, and provides copies of its most recent Form 990 upon request, in compliance with IRS public disclosure requirements. Form 990, Part IX, Line 11g Other Fees HUMAN RIGHTS CONSULTING - Total Expense: 7200, Program Service Expense: , Management and General Expenses: 7200, Fundraising Expenses: ; MARKETING CONSULTING - Total Expense: 4050, Program Service Expense: , Management and General Expenses: 4050, Fundraising Expenses: ; VIDEO PRODUCTION - Total Expense: 1635, Program Service Expense: , Management and General Expenses: 1635, Fundraising Expenses: ; OTHER - Total Expense: 5443, Program Service Expense: , Management and General Expenses: 5443, Fundraising Expenses: ;