THE JOURNEY TO DREAM FOUNDATION

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Financial Vulnerability Assessment (Tuckman-Chang)

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Financial Trends

Organization Details

Formation Year

2004

Legal Domicile

Principal Officer

NESA GRIDER

Phone

2141382989

Tax Period

2024-07-01 to 2025-06-30

THE JOURNEY TO DREAM FOUNDATION, founded in 2004, is a community nonprofit in the Human Services sector that reported $1.7M in total revenue in fiscal year 2024. Revenue decreased 6% compared to the prior year. Expenses of $1.6M left a modest 8% surplus.

Mission

Our mission is to embrace, equip, and empower homeless, victimized, and at-risk teens to achieve recovery, overcome adversity, and live purposeful lives.

Program Service Accomplishments

Program 1

Expenses: $1,073,078 Revenue: $950,048

Transitional Living Campus Achievement: Provided safe housing to a significant number of underserved homeless teens 14-19 years of age, reducing the risk of exposure to abuse, violence, and...

Transitional Living Campus Achievement: Provided safe housing to a significant number of underserved homeless teens 14-19 years of age, reducing the risk of exposure to abuse, violence, and exploitation. This service includes 24/7 access, basic needs such as food, clothing, and hygiene products, and support for transitioning to permanent housing. Impact: Improved the overall well-being and stability of abused, neglected, and underserved youth, leading to a decrease in involvement with law enforcement.

Program 2

Expenses: $183,731

Preventive Education Achievement: Implemented programs to educate students, teachers, and other stakeholders about mental health, coping strategies, and stigma reduction. This curriculum-based...

Preventive Education Achievement: Implemented programs to educate students, teachers, and other stakeholders about mental health, coping strategies, and stigma reduction. This curriculum-based program includes interactive activities and resources to support mental health, behavior management, coping skills, and general wellness. Impact: Increased awareness and understanding of mental health issues, fostering a supportive school environment, and promoting early intervention before problems escalate.

Program 3

Counseling and Support Services Achievement: Offered individualized and group life skills sessions to address mental health issues, substance abuse, and trauma. This service often includes case...

Counseling and Support Services Achievement: Offered individualized and group life skills sessions to address mental health issues, substance abuse, and trauma. This service often includes case management to connect teens with additional resources such as healthcare and education. Impact: Enhanced emotional and psychological well-being, helping teens build coping skills and resilience, which can improve their chances of achieving long-term stability.

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Trantor Score

Financial Health Score (300–850) · Liquidity · Solvency · Sustainability · Efficiency

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Liquidity (40%) • Solvency (30%) • Sustainability (20%) • Efficiency (10%)

Financial Overview (2024)

Revenue Breakdown

Contributions & Grants $777,661

Program Service Revenue $950,048

Investment Income $-4,453

Other Revenue $-20,476

TOTAL REVENUE $1,702,780

Expense Breakdown

Grants Paid $0

Salaries & Benefits $1,069,468

Fundraising Expenses $154,209

Program Expenses $1,256,809

Other Expenses $491,732

TOTAL EXPENSES $1,561,200

Year-over-Year Comparison

	2024	2023	Change
Revenue	$1,702,780	$1,807,200	-0.1%
Expenses	$1,561,200	$1,548,576	+0.0%
Net Income	$141,580	$258,624	-0.5%

Key Indicators

✗ Grants to Organizations ✗ Grants to Individuals ✗ Lobbying ✗ Political Activity ✗ Foreign Activities ✗ Donor Advised Fund ✓ Schedule B Required

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Financial Health Indicators

Comprehensive financial analysis: Altman Z-Score, liquidity, solvency, sustainability, efficiency, and growth metrics

Financial Distress Indicator

Liquidity & Cash Position

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Altman Z-Score • Liquidity Ratios • Solvency Analysis • Growth Indicators • Efficiency Metrics

Governance

Voting Members

Independent Members

Employees

Volunteers

104

Governance Policies

✗ Conflict of Interest Policy

✗ Whistleblower Policy

✗ Document Retention Policy

Special Practices & Reported Activities

✗ Operated a School

✗ Operated a Hospital

✗ Provided First Class Travel

✗ Reported Conflict of Interest

✗ Reported Asset Diversion

✗ Excess Benefit Transaction

✗ Made Political Expenditures

✗ Engaged in Lobbying

✗ Operated Donor Advised Fund

✗ Maintained Art Collections

✗ Filed Form 720

Compensation of Officers, Directors & Key Employees

Total Officers

$186,059

Total Directors

Key Employees

Highest Compensated

reported

Name	Title	Hours/Week	Role	Reportable Comp	Other Comp	Total
NESA GRIDER	CEO	70.00	Officer	$186,059	$0	$186,059
RAVIN OWENS	DIR-SOCIAL SERVICE	70.00		$102,629	$0	$102,629
BILLIE CANTU	Secretary	1.00	Officer Director	$0	$0	$0
ANGIE COX	President	1.00	Officer Director	$0	$0	$0
CLARK HATTON-PARTIAL YR	PAST PRESIDENT	1.00	Officer Director	$0	$0	$0
BRANDON VANMETER	Director	1.00	Director	$0	$0	$0
NATHAN BERRYMAN	Treasurer	1.00	Officer Director	$0	$0	$0
BRIAN WHITE-PARTIAL YR	PAST PRESIDENT	1.00	Officer Director	$0	$0	$0
MICHELLE FRENCH	Director	1.00	Director	$0	$0	$0
SHAHI MANU-PARTIAL YR	Director	1.00	Director	$0	$0	$0
THRONN HICKS	Director	1.00	Director	$0	$0	$0
OLIVIA PONCE-PARTIAL YR	Director	1.00	Director	$0	$0	$0
CLAUDIA VILLASANA-MUNOZ	Director	1.00	Director	$0	$0	$0
KIM FRANCIS	Director	1.00	Director	$0	$0	$0
ALEXANDRIA ROBINSON	Director	1.00	Director	$0	$0	$0

Note: Compensation data is self-reported by the organization on their Form 990. "Reportable Comp" includes salary, bonuses, and other reportable compensation from the organization and related organizations. "Other Comp" includes benefits, deferred compensation, and non-taxable benefits.

Historical Data

Year	Revenue	Expenses	Assets	Net Income
2025	$1,702,780	$1,561,200	$1,309,860	$141,580
2024	$1,807,200	$1,548,576	$1,188,677	$258,624
2022	$1,506,039	$1,518,217	$1,306,716	$-12,178
2021	$1,321,871	$1,100,819	$1,307,711	$221,052
2020	$1,092,510	$914,057	$1,209,057	$178,453
2019	$837,530	$904,055	$899,021	$-66,525