2025-07-23T23:15:29-07:00 2024-12-31 990 2024-01-01 911846806 FATHER MATTERS INC FATH 6027743298 P O Box 13575 Tempe AZ 85284 Vance Simms Founder/Executive Director 4807209228 2025-07-21 1 2024 2025-03-06 01:10:19Z Vance Simms PO BOX 13575 Tempe AZ 85284 381907 0 X fathermatters.org X 1997 CA Father Matters is dedicated to fostering growth and resilience in socially and economically underserved communities. We provide a broad range of support services, including employment and training programs, family reunification services such as parenting classes, support groups, and supervised visitation. Through personalized case management and community navigation, we connect individuals and families to vital resources-such as a food pantry, resource room, bus passes, work shoe vouchers, and community-based resource fairs-empowering them to achieve stability and long-term success. 4 3 2 10 0 0 227190 381907 3244 0 0 0 0 0 230434 381907 0 0 0 0 24000 0 0 12500 12500 249082 163835 273082 176335 -42648 205572 147086 352658 0 0 147086 352658 Father Matters is dedicated to fostering growth and resilience in socially and economically underserved communities. 0 0 104050 276475 Our first major accomplishment in 2024 was the delivery of comprehensive case management services and skill-building workshops to individuals across the community. Our case managers worked closely with clients to set personal goals, develop actionable plans, and connect them to essential resources-including employment opportunities, job readiness training, benefits assistance, housing support, transportation vouchers, and family reunification services. In addition, we offered a variety of workshops designed to help individuals strengthen life and workforce skills to support long-term stability and success. 15000 15000 Our second key accomplishment in 2024 was the impact of our Resource Room and Quarterly Resource Fairs. Through these efforts, we provided essential support to individuals and families by distributing food items, hygiene kits, clothing, shoes, household goods, school supplies, and other donated resources. The Resource Room serves as a vital hub for meeting basic needs, while our quarterly fairs offer direct access to community partners and services, helping to reduce barriers and promote stability for those we serve. 15000 15000 Our third major accomplishment in 2024 was the continued growth of our Community Outreach Program. Through this initiative, we provided vital information about SNAP eligibility, housing referrals, and reentry support services aligned with the Justice Reinvestment Act. By hosting and participating in resource fairs, we expanded access to Father Matters programs while connecting community members to a wide network of supportive resources and partner organizations. 0 0 0 134050 1 1 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 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 1 2 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 X 4 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 1 1 1 1 1 1 0 0 0 AZ X X Vance Simms 6027743298 P O Box 13575 Tempe AZ 85284 X Jessica Beresford Director Of Operations 40 X 38882 0 38882 Vance Simms President/CEO 40 X X 31385 0 31385 Ursula Harris Secretary 0 X 0 0 0 Stuart Burns Treasurer 0 X 0 0 0 Artesia Scott Other 0 X 0 0 0 70267 0 70267 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 381907 0 381907 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 381907 0 0 0 X 11052 11052 12500 12500 0 46013 46013 21829 17622 4207 13523 13181 342 13999 13830 169 39563 39563 3841 3841 2190 2190 11825 11825 176335 134050 29785 12500 86818 292190 60268 60468 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 147086 352658 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 X 147086 352658 0 0 147086 352658 147086 352658 205572 0 0 0 0 0 X 0 0 0 X 180363 186881 224612 227190 381907 1200953 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 180363 186881 224612 227190 381907 1200953 1200953 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1200953 1 1 X RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 11b Our nonprofit organization follows a transparent and collaborative process to review the Form 990 prior to submission. Once the draft Form 990 is prepared by our accountant or financial consultant, it is distributed to all members of the governing body for review. Each member is given adequate time to examine the document, ask questions, and provide feedback. A designated meeting is then held-either in person or virtually-where the full board reviews the Form 990 together, discusses any concerns, and ensures that the information presented accurately reflects the organization's financial activities and compliance responsibilities. Only after this collective review and approval process is complete does the organization proceed with filing the Form 990 with the IRS. This approach ensures transparency, accuracy, and full board accountability. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 12c Our organization regularly and consistently monitors and enforces compliance with our conflict of interest policy through annual disclosures, ongoing oversight, and board accountability. Each year, all board members and key staff are required to complete and sign a conflict of interest disclosure form, which is reviewed by the executive team and kept on file. During board meetings, members are reminded of their obligation to disclose any potential conflicts, and are required to recuse themselves from discussions or decisions where a conflict may exist. Any concerns or violations are addressed promptly by leadership to ensure adherence to ethical standards and maintain the integrity of the organization's operations. Form 990, Part VI, Section C, Line 19 During the tax year, the organization made its governing documents, conflict of interest policy, and financial statements available to the public upon request. Individuals seeking access to these documents could contact the organization by phone, email, or in person, and copies were provided in a timely manner. This approach ensures transparency and accountability while maintaining an open line of communication with community members, donors, and stakeholders interested in learning more about the organization's operations and governance practices. Form 990, Part IX, Line 11g The expenses include administrative fees for purchasing products from Good360, ToolBank, and the Arizona Diaper Bank, as well as costs for bus passes, work shoe vouchers, MVD fee vouchers, food for the pantry, and the acquisition of a company vehicle to support outreach activities. The late filing of this return was due to reasonable cause and not willful neglect. Our organization experienced unexpected administrative delays, including staff transitions which impacted our ability to complete and file the Form 990 on time. Once the issue was identified, we took immediate steps to gather the necessary documentation and complete the filing as quickly as possible. We remain committed to compliance and have since implemented improved internal procedures to ensure timely submissions in the future.