Nonprofit · EIN 54-1368484
BRIDGES TO INDEPENDENCE INC
Tax-exempt · ARLINGTON, VA 22201
Financials
| Year ended | Form | Revenue | Expenses | Net income | Total assets | Liabilities | Net assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 30, 2025 | 990 | $2,499,244 | $2,527,056 | -$27,812 | $1,507,258 | $81,769 | $1,425,489 |
| June 30, 2024 | 990 | $2,631,208 | $2,521,800 | $109,408 | $1,557,059 | $103,758 | $1,453,301 |
| June 30, 2023 | 990 | $2,055,867 | $2,432,205 | -$376,338 | $1,512,478 | $168,585 | $1,343,893 |
Financial details: 990 for the year ended June 30, 2025
Revenue
- Contributions, gifts and grants
- $2,487,777
- of which government grants
- $1,690,847
- Program service revenue
- $0
- Investment income
- $26,954
- Net income from fundraising events
- -$15,487
- Other revenue
- -$15,487
Expenses
- Grants and similar amounts paid
- $426,734
- Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
- $165,139
- Other salaries and wages
- $1,238,770
- Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
- $1,669,840
- Professional fundraising fees
- $0
- Accounting fees
- $20,279
- Occupancy
- $86,277
- Travel
- $20,708
- Depreciation
- $2,781
- Program services (functional)
- $1,988,774
- Management and general (functional)
- $195,631
- Fundraising (functional)
- $342,651
Balance sheet and other
- Total assets, start of year
- $1,557,059
- Total assets, end of year
- $1,507,258
- Total liabilities, end of year
- $81,769
- Net assets, end of year
- $1,425,489
- Land, buildings and equipment
- $5,595
- Publicly traded securities
- $951,790
- Net assets without donor restrictions
- $1,421,621
- Net assets with donor restrictions
- $3,868
- Gross receipts
- $2,517,591
- Employees
- 35
- Volunteers
- 475
- Year formed
- 1985
- State of legal domicile
- VA
From the e-filed returns the IRS publishes as XML (latest three processing years; amended returns replace the original). PDF copies at the IRS.
Officers, directors and key employees
As listed on the 990 for the year ended June 30, 2025, highest compensation first.
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| FRASER MURDOCH | CEO Officer | 40 | $165,138 |
| MIKE PICKETT | PRESIDENT Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 |
| SHINA MAJEED | VICE PRESIDENT Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 |
| HOPE MCCREARY | TREASURER Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 |
| CARA SANTOS PIANESI | SECRETARY Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| SCOTT PEDOWITZ | PAST PRESIDENT Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 |
| ELIZABETH FARRELL | MEMBER Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| REV CRAIG A HARCUM | DIRECTOR Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| AARON FLEISHER | MEMBER Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| RYAN MURPHY | MEMBER Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| DONNA COOPER | MEMBER Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| FRANK DE MARCO | MEMBER Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| MARC FLEMING | MEMBER Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| KIMBERLY HOLSTON | MEMBER Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| CARYN SAUNDERS | MEMBER Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
2 more people on this return
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| LIBBY SNIPE | MEMBER Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| ANDREW TUSH | MEMBER Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
990 for the year ended June 30, 2024: 12 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| FRASER MURDOCH | CEO Officer | 40 | $142,311 |
| KENNETH MOORE | PAST PRESIDENT Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 |
| SCOTT PEDOWITZ | VICE PRESIDENT Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 |
| HOPE MCCREARY | TREASURER Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 |
| MARC FLEMING | SECRETARY Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| ELIZABETH FARRELL | MEMBER Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| REV CRAIG A HARCUM | DIRECTOR Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| AARON FLEISHER | MEMBER Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| RYAN MURPHY | MEMBER Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| CARA SANTOS PIANESI | MEMBER Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| MIKE PICKETT | MEMBER Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| SHINA MAJEED | MEMBER Trustee or director | 0 | $0 |
990 for the year ended June 30, 2023: 13 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation | Other / benefits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FRASER MURDOCH | CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Officer | 50 | $81,585 | $549 |
| KENNETH MOORE | PRESIDENT Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| SCOTT PEDOWITZ | VICE PRESIDENT Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| JENNIFER MULCHANDANI | PAST PRESIDENT Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| HOPE MCCREARY | TREASURER Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| DINA LAND | SECRETARY Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| MARC FLEMING | MEMBER Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| CRAIG HARCUM | MEMBER Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| SCOTT MILAM | MEMBER Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| RYAN MURPHY | MEMBER Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| MICHAEL SAURI | MEMBER Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| WILLIAM DUNN | MEMBER Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| SHILPA MULKI | MEMBER Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
Address and contacts
- Address (IRS master file)
- 3103 9TH RD N, ARLINGTON, VA 22201-2125
- Principal officer (990 for 2024)
- FRASER MURDOCH, 2229 SHIRLINGTON ROAD B, ARLINGTON, VA 22206
- Signed the 990
- FRASER MURDOCH, CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
- Phone
- (703) 525-7177
- Website
- HTTPS://BRIDGES2.ORG/
- Return prepared by
- TOOLE KATZ & ROEMERSMA LLP
Mission
BRIDGES' MISSION IS TO BREAK CYCLES OF GENERATIONAL POVERTY BY PROVIDING EMERGENCY SHELTER, COUNSELING, AND FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE FOR PERSONS FROM ARLINGTON, VIRGINIA. BRIDGES TO INDEPENDENCE ALSO OPERATES THE BONDER AND AMANDA JOHNSON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION ("BAJCDC"), FOCUSING ON YOUTH WORK, WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT, AND COMMUNITY NAVIGATION, CONTINUING THE LEGACY OF LIFTING THOSE IN NEED IN THE COMMUNITY, AND BREAKING THE CYCLE OF INTERGENERATIONAL POVERTY. THE ORGANIZATION IS PRIMARILY SUPPORTED THROUGH GOVERNMENT GRANTS, FOUNDATIONS, AND INDIVIDUAL DONORS.
Program accomplishments
- RAPID REHOUSING - BRIDGES' RAPID REHOUSING PROGRAM WORKS TO QUICKLY REHOUSE INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES FROM THE SHELTER TO THEIR OWN HOME AND TO PROVIDE RENTAL ASSISTANCE DURING A TRANSITIONAL PERIOD. PROGRAM PARTICIPANTS WORK WITH HOUSING STABILIZATION STAFF TO MAKE SURE THEY ARE CONNECTED TO RESOURCES, EMPOWERED TO ADVOCATE FOR THEMSELVES, AND ARE PROVIDED CASE MANAGEMENT SERVICES.Expenses $1,024,042 · grants $426,734
- SULLIVAN HOUSE - EMERGENCY SHELTER (SULLIVAN HOUSE) IS THE LARGEST SHORT-TERM FAMILY EMERGENCY SHELTER IN ARLINGTON, SERVING OVER 100 INDIVIDUALS PER YEAR IN AN APARTMENT-STYLE FACILITY. THE FOCUS IS ON HELPING CLIENTS ADDRESS BARRIERS THAT CONTRIBUTED TO HOMELESSNESS THROUGH CASE MANAGEMENT, REFERRAL & HOUSING LOCATION SERVICES. BRIDGES WORKS TO RAPIDLY REHOUSE ALL SHELTER GUESTS SO THAT THEY CAN QUICKLY MOVE INTO THEIR OWN HOME.Expenses $568,596
- YOUTH DEVELOPMENT - BRIDGES' YOUTH DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM IS FOCUSED ON PROVIDING ROBUST PROGRAMMING YEAR-ROUND TO EMPOWER YOUTH AND WORK TO END THE CYCLES OF INTERGENERATIONAL POVERTY AND HOMELESSNESS. BRIDGES OFFERS A DIVERSE ARRAY OF PROGRAMS TO FOSTER ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT, ENRICHMENT, PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT, FINANCIAL LITERACY AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT.BRIDGES ORGANIZES YOUTH-CENTRIC EVENTS, FACILITATES INDIVIDUAL SUPPORT SESSIONS AND PROGRAMS TO COMBAT FOOD INSECURITY, SUCH AS AFTER-SCHOOL SNACK BAGS AND THE BRIDGES SUMMER LUNCH FOOD TRUCK SERIES. BRIDGES' THRIVE AND SHINE SUMMER CAMP ENGAGES YOUNG PEOPLE IN STRUCTURED SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITIES WITHIN THEIR COMMUNITY. ADDITIONALLY, BRIDGES HAS EXPANDED ACCESS TO POSITIVE EXPERIENCES AND VITAL RESOURCES THROUGH FIELD TRIPS AND EVENTS SUCH AS CONCERTS, SPORTING EVENTS, SEASONAL FESTIVALS AND MORE. BRIDGES' OUTREACH EFFORTS HAVE ALSO INCLUDED PROVIDING THANKSGIVING MEALS, HOLIDAY TOYS, CLOTHING, HOUSEHOLD SUPPLIES, AND HYGIENE ITEMS TO YOUTH AND THEIR FAMILIES. COLLECTIVELY, THESE INITIATIVES ILLUSTRATE BRIDGES' UNWAVERING COMMITMENT TO SUPPORTING YOUNG PEOPLE IN REACHING THEIR FULL POTENTIAL AND FOSTERING THE GROWTH AND SUCCESS OF BOTH YOUTH AND THEIR FAMILIES.Expenses $109,335
- BONDER & AMANDA JOHNSON COMMUNITY SERVICES CENTER: IN DECEMBER 2020, BRIDGES MERGED WITH THE BONDER & AMANDA JOHNSON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORP, WHICH PROVIDED INFORMATION AND REFERRAL SERVICES, EDUCATION, EMPLOYMENT, FINANCIAL EMPOWERMENT, HEALTHY LIVING AND CASE MANAGEMENT SERVICES TO THE GREEN VALLEY NEIGHBORHOOD AND ACROSS ARLINGTON, VA. THESE EFFORTS HAVE BEEN STRENGTHENED UNDER BRIDGES AND ARE NOW OFFERED OUT OF THE BONDER & AMANDA JOHNSON COMMUNITY SERVICES CENTER.Expenses $87,354
- WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT - BRIDGES' WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM WORKS WITH PROGRAM PARTICIPANTS TO FIND, SECURE, AND RETAIN STABLE EMPLOYMENT. BRIDGES TAKES AN INDIVIDUALIZED APPROACH BY ASSESSING, PLANNING, SECURING AND EVALUATING EACH PROGRAM PARTICIPANT TO MEET THEM WHERE THEY ARE SO THEY CAN FURTHER STABLIZE THEIR LIVES AND FUTURES. THIS INCLUDES, BUT IS NOT LIMITED TO, OBTAINING SPECIALIZED CERTIFICATIONS, FURTHERING EDUCATIONL OPPORTUNITIES, WORKING THROUGH TRANSFERRABLE SKILLS, GROUP TRAINING AND ONE-ON-ONE MENTORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES, SUPPORTING PROGRAM PARTICIPANTS WITH OVERCOMING BARRIERS SO THEY CAN MOVE FROM EARNING MINIMUM WAGE TO A LIVABLE WAGE.Expenses $108,285
- FAMILY OVERFLOW SHELTER - BRIDGES OPERATES ARLINGTON COUNTY'S EMERGENCY FAMILY SHELTER, AND OVERFLOW SHELTER KNOWN AS THE SULLIVAN HOUSE. IT IS A TEMPORARY SOLUTION FOR THOSE WITH LITTLE OR NO RESOURCES. WHILE THERE, FAMILIES RECEIVE INTENSIVE CASE MANAGEMENT ASSESSING THEIR SITUATION, PROVIDING BRIDGES PROGRAM RESOURCES, OR REFERRING TO OTHER RESOURCES. THE FAMILIES ARE TREATED WITH THE DIGNITY AND RESPECT THEY DESERVE, ARE WELCOMED WITH OPEN ARMS, AND RECEIVE WHATEVER IMMEDIATE NEEDS THEY MAY HAVE FOOD, DIAPERS, PERSONAL SUPPLIES, BASIC KITCHEN ITEMS, GIFT CARDS AND MORE THANKS TO DONATIONS FROM THE COMMUNITY. THE LENGTH OF STAY GENERALLY IS BETWEEN 30-90 DAYS, AND WHILE BRIDGES WORKS WITH THE FAMILIES TO MOVE THEM INTO PERMANENT SOLUTIONS A HOME OF THEIR OWN, WITH ANOTHER FAMILY MEMBER OR FRIEND, OR OUT OF ARLINGTON COUNTY WHERE THEY MAY HAVE OTHER FAMILY CONNECTIONS.Expenses $40,289
- TARGETED PREVENTION - FOCUSES ON PREVENTING HOMELESSNESS THROUGH TARGETED INTERVENTION, INCLUDING PROVIDING FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE, SUCH AS RENT ASSISTANCE AND UTILITY PAYMENTS, TO ASSIST FAMILIES AND HOUSEHOLDS AT IMMINENT RISK OF EVICTION.Expenses $50,873
What it must file and when
IRS records say it files Form 990 or 990-EZ. Based on its last return; a smaller organization may file the 990-N. Its accounting year ends in June, so each return is due on the 15th day of the 5th month after that.
| Tax year | Year ended | Due | IRS public records |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | June 30, 2026 | November 16, 2026 | Not due yet |
| 2024 | June 30, 2025 | November 17, 2025 | 990 on file |
| 2023 | June 30, 2024 | November 15, 2024 | 990 on file |
IRS record
- EIN
- 54-1368484
- Tax-exempt status
- 501(c)(3): Charitable, religious, educational or scientific organization
- Foundation status
- Publicly supported organization (170(b)(1)(A)(vi))
- Donations deductible (Pub 78)
- Public charity, 50% deduction limit
- Exempt since
- 1988
- Accounting year ends
- June
- Files
- Form 990 or 990-EZ
- Category (NTEE)
- Housing and shelter (L41Z)
- Assets (IRS master file)
- $1,507,258
- Income (IRS master file)
- $2,517,591
Filing history
| Form | Year ended | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 990 | June 2025 | $2,499,244 | $2,527,056 | $1,507,258 | XML |
| 990 | June 2024 | $2,631,208 | $2,521,800 | $1,557,059 | XML |
| 990 | June 2023 | $2,055,867 | $2,432,205 | $1,512,478 | XML |
| 990 | June 2022 | $2,595,945 | $2,776,220 | $1,809,861 | IRS |
| 990 | June 2021 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | June 2020 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | June 2019 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | June 2018 | – | – | – | IRS |
990-N: the IRS bulk file holds only the latest e-Postcard per organization; earlier years come from archived copies of that file since 2020 and can have gaps (the IRS e-Postcard search lists every one). 990, 990-EZ, 990-PF, 990-T: every e-filed return in the IRS e-file index since 2019; XML for the latest three processing years, amounts from the IRS Statistics of Income extracts before that. PDF copies and determination letters at the IRS (search EIN 54-1368484).
Questions about BRIDGES TO INDEPENDENCE INC
- What is the EIN of BRIDGES TO INDEPENDENCE INC?
- The employer identification number (EIN) of BRIDGES TO INDEPENDENCE INC is 54-1368484.
- Is BRIDGES TO INDEPENDENCE INC tax-exempt?
- Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 1988.
- Are donations to BRIDGES TO INDEPENDENCE INC tax-deductible?
- Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
- Which annual return does BRIDGES TO INDEPENDENCE INC file?
- Form 990 or 990-EZ. Based on its last return; a smaller organization may file the 990-N.
- When is the next return of BRIDGES TO INDEPENDENCE INC due?
- The return for tax year 2025 (the year ending June 30, 2026) is due November 16, 2026. Form 8868 extends it by six months; the 990-N cannot be extended.
- When did BRIDGES TO INDEPENDENCE INC last file with the IRS?
- The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990 for the year ended June 2025.
- Who is the principal officer of BRIDGES TO INDEPENDENCE INC?
- The 990 for the year ended June 30, 2025 names FRASER MURDOCH.
- Who are the officers and directors of BRIDGES TO INDEPENDENCE INC?
- The 990 for the year ended June 30, 2025 lists 17 people; 1 received compensation from the organization, the highest $165,138 (FRASER MURDOCH, CEO).
- How much revenue does BRIDGES TO INDEPENDENCE INC have?
- On its 990 for the year ended June 30, 2025 it reported revenue of $2,499,244, expenses of $2,527,056 and total assets of $1,507,258 at year end.
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