ALPHA PROJECT FOR THE HOMELESS

EIN: 330215585 501(c)(3)

SAN DIEGO, CA

Total Revenue
$41,585,915
Total Expenses
$40,609,337
Total Assets
$35,509,977
Net Assets
$31,190,844
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Organization Details

Formation Year
1987
Legal Domicile
CA
Principal Officer
ROBERT MCELROY
Phone
6195421877
Tax Period
2024-07-01 to 2025-06-30

ALPHA PROJECT FOR THE HOMELESS, founded in 1987, is a mid-sized nonprofit that reported $41.6M in total revenue in fiscal year 2024. Revenue decreased 10% compared to the prior year.

Mission

Alpha Project for the Homeless (Alpha Project) was organized in February 1987 under the Nonprofit Public Benefit Corporation Law for public and charitable purposes. The mission of Alpha Project is to empower individuals, families, and communities by providing work, recovery and support services to people who are motivated to change their lives and achieve self-sufficiency. Alpha Projects many programs are available to all persons in need regardless of race, creed, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, gender, or sexual orientation.Alpha Project strives not to manage homelessness, but rather to end it for its clients. The agencys programs do not aim at making homelessness easier, or less costly, or more tolerable. Alpha Project breaks the cycle of homelessness and provides an alternate direction for its clients out of hopelessness and despair, and into a life of responsibility and dignity.Each program offered by the Alpha Project focuses on assisting participants to attain their

Program Service Accomplishments

Program 1
Expenses: $19,202,110

Shelter Programs and ServicesTemporary Bridge Shelters:Alpha Project operates two Temporary Bridge Shelters for single adults in downtown San Diego on behalf of the City of San Diego. Bridge Shelter...

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Shelter Programs and ServicesTemporary Bridge Shelters:Alpha Project operates two Temporary Bridge Shelters for single adults in downtown San Diego on behalf of the City of San Diego. Bridge Shelter #1 is located at the corner of 16th Street and Newton Avenue. Bridge Shelter #2 is located at 1710 Imperial Avenue. The programs utilize tools designed to effectively serve the target population in a welcoming and solutions-focused environment. Clients at the sprung structures receive emergency housing including restrooms, showers, laundry, meals, and supplies. An array of services are offered through Alpha Project and partners including medical and behavioral health services. Cortez Hill Family Center - Interim Housing Program:Operated on behalf of the City of San Diego, Cortez Hill Family Center Interim Housing Program offers emergency housing for homeless families with children. The program provides safe housing, meals, access to education, medical, and other wrap-around services for families with children to thrive and prepare for longer-term or permanent housing, as well as successfully promote self-sufficiency, wellness, and recovery.

Program 2
Expenses: $7,374,016

Permanent Housing Programs & ServicesRapid Re-Housing:The Rapid Re-Housing Program provides housing navigation and location, case management, and financial assistance to permanently house individuals...

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Permanent Housing Programs & ServicesRapid Re-Housing:The Rapid Re-Housing Program provides housing navigation and location, case management, and financial assistance to permanently house individuals and families. The program provides application, security deposit, and short-term or medium-term rental assistance, as well as assists in securing needed furniture and supplies. The program also assists clients to access support services and resources including medical, behavioral health, legal, work training, and employment.Home Finder & Tenant Peer Support Services (TPSS):Home Finder and Tenant Peer Support Services (TPSS) programs serve clients who are 1) ages 18 years or older, 2) homeless, 3) experience serious mental illness, and 4) connected to designated County of San Diego Behavioral Health Services (BHS) outpatient clinics. Staff meets with clients at designated clinics where they start the housing process to include needs assessment, housing location, housing navigation, and supportive services. Staff also coordinates, brokers, and schedules appropriate client services with external medical, dental, and housing opportunities to meet client needs. Homeless Prevention and Case Management:Alpha Project operates two prevention programs including the Homeless Prevention and Diversion Services program which provides single episodes of assistance with short-term case management. The Housing Navigation and Case Management Services for the Homeless program offers longer-term prevention support through ongoing case management and referrals to supportive services.

Program 3
Expenses: $6,705,937

Rehabilitation Program ServicesCasa Raphael Residential Substance Use Disorder Program:Casa Raphael, located at 993 and 975 Postal Way in Vista, CA is a state-licensed and certified residential...

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Rehabilitation Program ServicesCasa Raphael Residential Substance Use Disorder Program:Casa Raphael, located at 993 and 975 Postal Way in Vista, CA is a state-licensed and certified residential treatment program for men in recovery from substance abuse. The program provides housing, food, recovery workshops, case management, mental health counseling, access to healthcare, work, financial assistance, and other support services. The program offers an intensive 12-week environment in which residents participate in an evidence-based practice curriculum.

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

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Financial Overview (2024)

Revenue Breakdown

Contributions & Grants $35,340,689
Program Service Revenue $5,549,328
Investment Income $631,304
Other Revenue $64,594
TOTAL REVENUE $41,585,915

Expense Breakdown

Grants Paid $0
Salaries & Benefits $22,730,271
Fundraising Expenses $79,577
Program Expenses $38,718,198
Other Expenses $17,879,066
TOTAL EXPENSES $40,609,337

Year-over-Year Comparison

2024 2023 Change
Revenue $41,585,915 $46,119,889 -0.1%
Expenses $40,609,337 $38,497,464 +0.1%
Net Income $976,578 $7,622,425 -0.9%
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Grants to Organizations Grants to Individuals Lobbying Political Activity Foreign Activities Donor Advised Fund Schedule B Required
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Governance

Voting Members
5
Independent Members
4
Employees
496
Volunteers
N/A

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
7
$1,180,044
Total Directors
5
$183,089
Key Employees
0
$0
Highest Compensated
0
reported
Name Title Hours/Week Role Reportable Comp Other Comp Total
ROBERT MCELROY CEO & PRESIDENT 40.00
Officer
$318,144 $28,548 $346,692
JAN NORBY CFO 40.00
Officer
$271,709 $33,216 $304,925
JANICE WILLIAMS CBDO 40.00
Officer
$217,102 $31,011 $248,113
LETICIA MARTINEZ-ODANGA ACCT MANAGER 40.00
Officer
$190,727 $22,676 $213,403
JASON RODRIGUEZ Director 40.00
Director
$157,260 $25,829 $183,089
TRAVIS LARSON SNR DIR OF HSG 40.00
$137,663 $18,430 $156,093
ELIZABETH KOLBE PROGRAM DIRECTOR 40.00
$132,963 $6,802 $139,765
ALLISON JUST PROGRAM DIR 40.00
$120,364 $7,063 $127,427
KAITLIN LOSKI RESOURCE & DEV 40.00
$120,070 $7,003 $127,073
ROBERT TUCKER MCELROY Fac & Fleet DIR 40.00
$111,250 $5,872 $117,122
KYLA WINTERS CDO 40.00
Officer
$58,630 $8,281 $66,911
SUSAN RAFFEE Chair 1.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
JACQUELINE L GREULICH Director 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
CINDY LEHMAN Sec & Treasurer 1.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
KATIE W FRANKLIN 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 $41,585,915 $40,609,337 $35,509,977 $976,578
2024 $46,119,889 $38,497,464 $34,161,245 $7,622,425
2023 $41,418,753 $35,688,224 $25,487,166 $5,730,529
2022 $27,937,401 $27,398,438 $18,280,742 $538,963
2021 $25,250,106 $23,348,083 $18,140,924 $1,902,023
2020 $29,475,656 $22,839,120 $16,577,006 $6,636,536
2019 $19,590,286 $17,175,637 $9,302,250 $2,414,649
2018 $15,077,397 $12,367,431 $7,162,705 $2,709,966
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