2026-01-21T17:10:58-07:00 2025-08-31 412932837 Jana Lewis Harkins CPA PLLC 4200 NW 146th Street Oklahoma City OK 73134 990 2024-09-01 993284592 Dearly Beloved Inc DEAR 4052814854 5300 N MERIDIAN AVE STE 11D Oklahoma City OK 73112 Araina Evans Chief Financial Officer 4052814854 2026-01-15 1 1 Jana Harkins P00378881 4056591325 2026-01-15 X 2024 2025-03-06 01:10:19Z X Araina Evans 5300 N MERIDIAN AVE Suite 11D Oklahoma City OK 73112 71695 0 X www.dearlybelovedinc.org X 2024 OK Dearly Beloved Inc's mission is to educate, emancipate, empower, and equip all people to evolve beyond their present situations and circumstances and transcend socioeconomic and ethnic boundaries to reach their full potential. 4 4 0 23 0 0 0 71695 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 71695 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1369 0 32839 0 32839 0 38856 0 38856 0 0 0 38856 X The heart of our mission is to empower, equip, educate, and employ girls to reach their full potential and break the generational cycle of sexual abuse and inappropriate touch in our communities. During this fiscal year, we were successful with the help of one school partnership, 23 dedicated volunteers, including seven mental health professionals. Every number represents a story of resilience. 0 0 16280 38213 Empowerment Through Education: Mentorship Classes & Meetings, Community Connection / Gatherings, Healing Spaces, Mental Health Training. Our Mental Health and Trauma-Informed Care Mentorship program is dedicated to providing crucial support for young individuals who have experienced sexual abuse and other traumatic events. Through this initiative, we aim to prevent future harm and facilitate the healing and restoration process for these vulnerable youths. Our mentors are trained to offer specialized guidance, understanding, and resources to help participants navigate their trauma, build resilience, and regain a sense of control over their lives. By fostering a safe and supportive environment, we empower these young individuals to overcome their past experiences and move forward towards a brighter and healthier future. This fiscal year, we partnered with one school and 218 attendees participated in our community gatherings, workshops, and healing spaces. We facilitated seven mentorship meetings (classes), equipping girls with tools to set boundaries, build confidence, and embrace their worth. Seven mental health professionals volunteered with Dearly Beloved to provide trauma-informed care and resources, five volunteers were newly certified to provide youth mental health and crisis support and we facilitated nine community mental health referrals. 5382 11758 Hygiene and Wellness Initiatives: Our organization provides essential hygiene products, specifically focusing on sexual health and addressing period poverty within communities. By distributing these products, we aim to enhance health outcomes, particularly within schools and impoverished areas. Through our efforts, we strive to promote better hygiene practices and support individuals in need to lead healthier lives. During this fiscal year, 58 hygiene and wellness kits were distributed to girls and families in need. 4037 8818 Feeding & Nourishment Initiatives: Our organization offers vital food assistance through direct services and community events. We target populations residing in food deserts, impoverished areas, and those heavily reliant on free or reduced lunch programs. By focusing on these communities, we aim to alleviate food insecurity and improve overall well-being. Through our efforts, we strive to provide nutritious meals to those most in need, fostering healthier and more sustainable lifestyles. During this fiscal year, 263 individuals were fed through our food and nourishment initiatives. 0 0 0 25699 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 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 X 4 4 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 1 1 1 1 1 1 0 0 0 OK X X Araina Evans 4052814854 5300 N MERIDIAN AVE STE 11D Oklahoma City OK 73112 X Tasia Mendiola Chief Executive Director, Board President 5 0 X X 18125 0 0 Kennedra Medina Chief Operations Officer, Board Vice President 5 0 X X 6646 0 0 Araina Evans Treasurer 3.00 0 X X 0 0 0 Gay Willis Board Member 2 0 X 0 0 0 Tammora Neal Secretary 5 X 0 0 0 24771 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 71695 0 71695 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 71695 0 0 0 24771 20312 3220 1239 1000 1000 1700 600 1000 100 2202 1991 211 170 140 30 1040 1040 Food for Program Participants 1106 1106 0 0 Nonprofit Application Fee 600 600 0 0 Health and Wellness Benefit 200 0 200 0 Transportation for Program Participants 50 50 0 0 32839 25699 5771 1369 38856 0 38856 0 0 X 0 38856 0 0 0 38856 0 38856 38856 0 0 0 0 0 X 0 0 0 X 71695 71695 0 0 0 0 71695 71695 71695 71695 X RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED X X X 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Tammora Neal Secretary 1650 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1650 0 0 0 Form 990, Part III, Line 1 Testimonials from 96.4% of our participants indicate that our Dearly Beloved programs significantly helped them understand the importance of setting healthly boundaries. 92.8% of program participants reported a sense of community and sisterhood within the group. It is a powerful testament to our impact and to our continued need, when we witness the growth and confidence that girls and young women develop during their participation in our programs; resulting in their eagerness to give back to their communities and pour back into our local communties and economy. Form 990, Part III, Line 4a Additionally, two professional trainings were offered to strengthen our community's capacity to respond to mental health and wellness needs for our youth and we hosted three community events fostering connection and belonging. Seeds of hope, healing, and empowerment have been planted and are already bearing fruit. We are committed to expanding safe spaces, mentorship opportunities, and mental health support. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 11b Dearly Beloved, Inc reviews Form 990 at a board meeting prior to submitting to the IRS. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 12c Dearly Beloved, Inc enforces compliance with its Conflict of Interest Policy by reviewing the policy at regularly scheduled board meetings. Form 990, Part VI, Section C, Line 18 Dearly Beloved Inc makes its Form 1023 and Forms 990s available to the public upon request. Form 990, Part VI, Section C, Line 19 Dearly Beloved Inc makes its governing documents available to the public upon request. This includes our Conflict of Interest, Whistleblower, and Document Retention policies.