Agenda packet — Homelessness Issues Committee, April 3, 2025 (part 3 of 3)

Applicants may access the CDBG guide online at https://www.hudexchange.info/resource/19/basicallycdbg-training-guidebook-and-slides/.

18. Please indicate whether your organization's client intake sheet or process includes obtaining any of the following information. Check all boxes that apply.

19. Please report the number of unduplicated clients your organization served in the following income categories from July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024 (or for calendar year 2024).

20. If your program or activity takes place on school grounds, have you received permission and approval from the appropriate school?
Yes
No
Name
Address or City last resided in
Number of family members
Total family (household) income
Race and ethnicity
Proof of age
My organization does not obtain any of the above information from clients 1428 Extremely low income (0-30% MFI)
456 Very low income (30-50% MFI)
186 Low-moderate income (50-80% MFI)
55 Above moderate income (Above 80% MFI)
2,125.00 TOTAL
Please list the name and position of the person from whom permission was obtained. If the program or activity is not on school grounds, please put N/A.

N/A. Our program does not perform any activities on school grounds.

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Revenue Sources Total Program Revenue
for Current Fiscal Year
Projected Program
Revenue for Next Fiscal
Year
City of Goleta Funds $ 10,000.00 $ 20,000.00
Federal $ 663,321.00 $ 770,000.00
State $ 6,354,673.00 $ 5,937,968.00
County $ 75,000.00 $ 75,000.00
Municipal $ 114,586.00 $ 105,856.00
School District $ 0.00 $ 0.00
Foundations/Trusts $ 0.00 $ 30,000.00
Donations/Fundraising $ 15,000.00 $ 5,000.00
Fees $ 0.00 $ 0.00
Other $ 3,000.00 $ 3,000.00
Total $ 7,235,580.00 $ 6,946,824.00
Funding Uses/Expenses Expenditures for Current
Year
Expected Expenditures
for Next Year
Goleta Grant Funds:

Proposed Uses for
Next FY
Salaries, Benefits, Payroll
Taxes $ 4,118,145.00 $ 3,843,425.00 $ 20,000.00
Consultants and Contracts $ 137,850.00 $ 137,850.00
Facility, Rent, Utilities,
Maintenance $ 408,144.00 $ 408,144.00
Supplies $ 12,500.00 $ 12,500.00
Marketing (Printing,
Advertising) $ 29,500.00 $ 29,500.00
Travel, Mileage, Training $ 119,000.00 $ 119,000.00
Equipment
(Rental/Maintenance) $ 43,000.00 $ 43,000.00
Insurance $ 59,700.00 $ 59,700.00
Other: Administration
Expense $ 26,600.00 $ 26,600.00
Program Assistance to
Clients $ 2,280,978.00 $ 2,265,000.00
Total $ 7,235,417.00 $ 6,944,719.00 $ 20,000.00
Budget Narrative
Revenue category "other" includes program manual sales. Expense category "other" includes administration expense such as: staff & other local meetings, books & publications, memberships & dues, professional development, and postage & shipping.

City of Goleta funds would be used to pay for a portion of the Safe Parking Program Manager and South County Case Manager's wages for their hours spent on working with City of Goleta clients.

These are direct services.

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City of Goleta
2025-2026 Combined CDBG & Goleta City Grant Application Deadline: 1/31/2025
Surgical Eye Expeditions (SEE International)
SEE Vision Care (SVC) Vision care services for Goleta residents Jump to: Application Questions Budget Documents
$ 10,000.00 Requested
Submitted: 1/29/2025 9:42:19 AM
(Pacific)
Project Contact
Margaret Drake
[email protected]
Tel: 805.770.1377
Additional Contacts
none entered
Surgical Eye Expeditions
(SEE International)
6500 Hollister Avenue, #120
Santa Barbara 93117
United States
Chief Executive Officer
Donald Bell
[email protected]
Telephone805.963.3303
Fax N/A
Web www.seeintl.org
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Organization

1. What is your organization's mission statement?
SEE International envisions a world where preventable blindness no longer exists, and quality eye care is accessible to all. SEE works to break the cycle of hardship caused by blindness and visual impairment, making patients, families, and communities healthier and stronger. SEE’s comprehensive approach to global blindness involves four initiatives:

Taking direct action through vision screenings, treatment, and sight-restoring surgeries, both locally in the Santa Barbara community and in more than 45 countries around the world; Educating ophthalmologists to perform the Manual Small Incision Cataract Surgery (MSICS) procedure, the enable high-volume, cost-effective cataract surgeries in resource-limited environments; Advocating for vision health and educating individuals on the importance of comprehensive vision care; and
Investing in sustainable programs that address inequities in vision care and create viable future treatment options
Program Information

2. Describe the proposed program, activity, or event for which you are asking for funding.

Please share how it will operate (days, hours, eligibility, etc.), how it will be monitored, and the people you intend to serve (target population).

Please be specific about the hours and total days that people will be served by the program and exactly how/for what City of Goleta funds will be used to support the program.

We are requesting $10,000 for general operating support (rent, maintenance and utilities) for our SEE Vision Care (SVC) program, specifically for our clinic and events located in Goleta. SVC is SEE International’s local program, delivering free eyecare services to underserved families in California’s Central Coast region. Our SEE Vision Care program (SVC) was established in the 1980s and has served over 81,000 underserved locals in Santa Barbara and Ventura Counties through vision screenings and surgeries.

SEE Vision Care (SVC) was founded to address the lack of accessible eye care for disadvantaged patients in California’s Central Coast region. Its work focuses on strengthening health equity through dedicated personnel and resources. SVC currently serves over 6,000 patients annually, providing vision screenings, comprehensive eye examinations, and free prescription eyeglasses with customized fitting.

Should surgical or ongoing treatment be required, SVC works with area partners to enable continuity of care at no charge to the patient. We provide referrals for several types of surgeries and treatments for qualifying patients including corneal transplant, glaucoma treatment, kerectomy, pterygium, intravitreal injections, laser for NPDR, among others.

In 2024, SVC program (in all locations) provided services to 7,136 patients, gave 2,731 pairs of prescription glasses at no cost, and referred 6 patients to surgeries. Our Goleta location is one of our main locations. In 2024, SVC in Goleta provided services to 4,537 uninsured or low-income families, this represents 64% of the total of clients served by SVC. The Goleta clinic also provided 1,413 free pairs of prescription glasses, organized 33 community events and referred 6 patients for surgeries.

SVC’s work directly impacts the wellbeing of individuals and families, which in turn betters the community.

To accommodate the need for vision care services, SVC operates a standalone clinic in Goleta, and through partnerships with other organizations, supports five additional clinic sites in Oxnard, OxnardWestminster, Ventura, Thousand Oaks, and Lompoc. SVC is a consistent and visible presence in the community, participating in area health fairs and events including Children’s Sight Month and Veterans’ Sight Week.

SVC partners with Lions Club, Westminster Free Clinic & Community Care Center, Salvation Army Ventura and The Ventura Rotary Club to operate a Mobile Clinic to bring comprehensive eye care to a wider population of underserved patients. Patients utilizing the Mobile Clinic receive the same service provided at SVC’s permanent clinic site without the lengthy wait time for an appointment. The Mobile Clinic has increased SVC’s geographic reach and facilitates access to care for those patients with limited ability to travel.

SEE Vision Care Partners
SVC partners with a variety of local nonprofits, government agencies and community organizations. Some of our main partner include:

Santa Barbara Unified and Goleta School Districts to provide the California mandated vision screenings to required grades, K, 2nd, 5th & 8th. Providing screenings at these intervals allows for early intervention so that no one gets overlooked, supporting academic success. Our SVC program provides only vision screenings at elementary schools, done using an auto-refractor which lets us identify students with retina or visual issues. Students who fail the vision screening are then scheduled for a comprehensive eye exam in a local SEE clinic or the mobile unit at their convenience. The program also provides screenings to 9 SBUSD elementaries and 4 middle schools
SBNC and County of Santa Barbara- SVC receives referrals to the program from SBNC and County and Santa Barbara. Their programs identify diabetic patients and connect them to SVC for a comprehensive eye exam. In some cases, the referral program will connect the patient to our program and it’s a pathway to a surgery that will be life-changing to the patient due to financial constraints. Through this partnership, we have been able to make an impact in our community and provide continuity of care for each mutual patient that is referred
Sansum Clinic- We refer patients to these specialist partners when an optometrist identifies an issue that requires the attention of a specialist, they generously donate a range of surgical services, including cataract surgery, corneal transplants, and treatment for glaucoma and various eye conditions. Their selfless contribution has played a vital role in meeting the needs of our community. Sansum's generous support has become an indispensable component of our local referral program for uninsured patients.

Shepard Eye- The providers at Shepard Eye – 6 cataract surgeries in total per year. Their specialists provide the necessary surgery or treatment, at no cost to the patient if they qualify for our referral program California Retina Consultants- the organization generously donates to a range of surgical services, laser treatments and retina services to treat various retinal conditions. Their selfless contribution has played a vital role in meeting the needs of our community.

SEE Vision Care has two main program components: 1) the operation of six local clinics that run yearround, providing vision screenings, prescription glasses, and referrals to surgeries, and 2) annual vision events intended to target specific beneficiary groups that need accessible eyecare services. These two components of SVC are directly correlated to direct action and advocacy for health equity; two of the strategies outlined in SEE’s mission statement.

Goleta Clinic Schedule
Wednesdays: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursdays: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Fridays: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Alternating weeks) Address: 295 Pine Avenue, Goleta, CA, 93117
Phone: 805-770-1376
Goleta Annual Community Events 2025
Santa Barbara Unified School Screenings- Feb-Dec 2025
Children Sight Month- August 2025
Senior Expo- October 2025
Veterans Week- November 10-november 15
Target Population: The patient populations served by SVC in Goleta and all the clinics and events are lowincome residents, underinsured families, women, children, veterans, people experiencing homelessness, and those without access to eye care services due to affordability, transportation, or accessibility. Our programs support the community’s most vulnerable members. Forty-nine percent of SVC patients are children (under the age of 18), and 88% reside in households with annual incomes of less than $30,000.

Monitoring and evaluation: SVC will evaluate its outcomes using the following metrics:

Monthly volume of patients served by the Goleta and Mobile Clinic.

Wait times for appointments.

Number of geographic locations and patients served by the SVC program. - tracking also Goleta outcomes and outputs
SVC will measure patient satisfaction through surveys and patient reports and will gather feedback on patient experiences to ensure quality of care. SVC will document performance improvement at its clinic sites and events, and with scheduling and appointments to better meet community needs.

3. Please provide the approximate number of Goleta residents your program, activity, or event will serve (or benefit) in the following year if funded.

Please be specific about the number Goleta residents who will be served. If your project serves more than only Goleta residents, please specify that breakdown.

In 2024, SVC provided services to 7,136 patients from which 4,537 were Goleta residents.

4. Please check the box(es) that most accurately reflect the program, activity, or event for which you are seeking funding:

5. Does the program, activity, or event satisfy an unmet or under-met need in the community? If yes, please explain.

Yes, SEE’s SVC program ensures that local community members can access needed diagnostic and preventative vision care regardless of background or ability to pay. SVC is a crucial community service in Central California. Its programs aid with early detection and treatment of eye conditions, vital for maintaining eye health. Through its work, SVC improves the quality of life for patients and families, and enhances the ability to work, study, and fully participate in community life.

SVC clinics have experienced a significant increase in patient demand during the past few years. Despite expanding Medi-Cal services, the state-provided reimbursement rates for optometric care have not matched the increase in practice operating expenses. Fewer optometrists now accept state insurance, with 10% of California’s optometrists leaving Medi-Cal in the past two years. This has produced longer travel distances and months-long wait times for service. These access challenges are disproportionally experienced by lower-income families, women, children, and people living in rural areas where optometrists provide most first-line eyecare. Spanish speaking patients face the added difficulty of finding providers who understand their culture and language.

SVC has responded to the growing demand for its services by expanding its reach and partnerships. This has included supporting additional clinic locations and adding a Mobile Clinic to better serve hard-toreach families. As a result, SVC has experienced a 33% increase in the number of patients seen annually, from 4,300 to now over 6,000 patients. Demand for eyecare services will continue to grow at a rapid pace. To enable effective future access for underserved patient populations SVC will need to expand its geographical coverage areas and add more appointment slots.

6. Does the program, activity, or event aid in the prevention of future problems or conditions? If yes, please explain.

Providing free, accessible, and high-quality eye care and vision services to low-income and uninsured families in California is more than just a health intervention—it is a vital investment in the well-being of local communities. By addressing vision problems early, SEE International helps prevent future health One-time or annual community event (concert, creek cleanups, festival, etc.) Youth programs
Senior programs (food/nutrition, education programs, day activities, etc.) Environmental/wildlife/animal welfare programs
Public services for low-income residents/homeless
Educational programs
Arts (music, dance, theater, art)
Economic development
Recreational activities
Other: Healthcare/Vision care services for low-income, uninsured and underinsured residents complications, enhances educational and economic opportunities, and improves quality of life for individuals and families. These efforts not only support individual health butcontribute to a stronger, more resilient community as a whole, fostering long-term positive outcomes for generations to come.

Enhanced Vision: Access to comprehensive eye exams and corrective treatments—such as eyeglasses, medications, or surgical interventions—directly improves the vision of individuals. This, in turn, improves their ability to perform daily tasks, go to work, attend school, and engage in social activities. For children, better vision leads to better learning outcomes, while for adults, it enhances productivity and overall health.

Healthier Families: Improved eye health has a direct correlation with better overall health. Vision problems often go undiagnosed and untreated, leading to complications such as headaches, eye strain, or even depression. By addressing these issues early, SEE International ensures that families are healthier, happier, and more able to care for one another.

Increased Educational Opportunities for children: Vision problems are one of the most common causes of learning disabilities in children. Children in low-income families often go without necessary eye exams, which can hinder their educational progress. By providing free eye care services to children, SEE International helps bridge the educational gap, empowering young learners to succeed and pursue higher education and career opportunities in the future.

Economic Empowerment: Many adults in low-income and uninsured communities face vision issues that impact their ability to perform at work or even secure employment. Offering access to eye care ensures that these individuals can remain in the workforce, improve their productivity, and support their families financially. By promoting healthy vision, SEE International helps break the cycle of poverty, allowing families to thrive economically.

Early Detection of Eye Diseases: Many eye conditions, such as glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, and macular degeneration, have no obvious symptoms in their early stages. By providing routine eye exams, SEE International helps detect these diseases early, allowing for timely intervention and treatment. Early detection significantly reduces the risk of severe vision loss and complications down the road.

By providing free eye care, SEE International prevents more serious and expensive eye conditions from developing, reducing the overall cost burden on healthcare systems. Preventive eye care saves money in the long run, not only for the individual but for society as a whole, by minimizing the need for costly emergency room visits or treatments for advanced eye diseases.

Funding

8. Would the City's grant funding leverage other resources, such as supporting joint partnerships, matching funds, or cost sharing, or otherwise serve to catalyze other initiatives? If yes, please explain.

Please include other grant sources either received or for which you are applying.

No, all funds will go to support our clinic in Goleta, which is directly managed by SEE International. SEE International subsidizes the costs of the program through individual and unrestricted donations, as well as grants from different funders including Costco Wholesale, and the Schwartz Family Fund.

9. Are the requested funds necessary or vital in carrying out the program, activity, or event? Please specify how you will make up for any partial funding received from the City of Goleta.

If you are not awarded funding or are awarded partial funding from the City of Goleta, are there other potential funding sources your organization could pursue to ensure the program, activity, or event is successful?
SEE International currently sources approximately $150,000 annually for SVC programs through its donor network and $250,000 through corporate and foundation funders. The balance of the annual funding is raised through SEE’s fundraising efforts, including new donor solicitation, direct mail and social media campaigns, grant applications, and corporate sponsorship. Additionally, gaps in funding are covered through unrestricted funds that SEE receives each year.

Over time, SEE has built a broad network of individual, foundation, and corporate supporters along with in-kind partners. SEE actively stewards gift growth and seeks new funding opportunities that align with its mission and values. As we work to expand SVC’s geographic scope and patient base, we will also work to connect with additional local funders. A diverse funding base ensures SVC can provide continued quality services and limits our dependance upon any single supporter

10. Does the program, activity, or event for which you are seeking funding primarily serve those with low-incomes?
If yes, does your organization obtain documentation from clients on their income (e.g. tax returns, pay stubs)?
The patient populations served by SVC are low-income residents, underinsured families, women, children, veterans, people experiencing homelessness, and those without access to eye care services due to affordability, transportation, or accessibility. SVC serves California’s Central Coast, including Santa Barbara, Santa Maria, Ventura, Oxnard, Lompoc, Thousand Oaks, and Goleta. Our programs support the community’s most vulnerable members. Forty-nine percent of SVC patients are children (under the age of 18), and 88% reside in households with annual incomes of less than $30,000.

Our team asks patients to provide the following information to be referred to our partner, who will provide surgical services:

1. A completed and signed application

2. Copy of identification card, passport or driver’s license.

3. Copies of rent receipts or a letter from landlord stating monthly rental fee

4. Copy of denial letter from MediCal. We provide clients with support to apply to MediCal if our patient requests this support.

5. Copy of one of the following options for each employed members of the household (including the patient): income tax returns, copy of paystubs, or a letter from the employer stating earnings for the last 6 months
If the clients can’t provide the information, they must submit a signed letter including specific details about why they are unable to share the information required.

Once a client is identified as needing specialty care and meets the program criteria described above, SEE staff connects with our partners sharing the referral document of their exam and confirmation that they meet the program criteria. When our partner confirms their availability and capacity, they proceed to scheduling the patient’s appointment.

11. When was your organization last audited? Were there any findings or concerns? If yes, please explain below.

If your organization is not required to have an audit performed, please explain that below.

SEE International’s finances are audited each year. The most recent audit was conducted for Fiscal Year 2023 and was completed in September 2024. The audit was consistent with SEE’s 2023 Form 990, and no concerning findings were noted.

12. How often does your organization's Board of Directors review and approve financial statements?
SEE’s Board of Directors approves the budget annually and approves additional financial statements on an as-needed basis. Finances are reviewed three times a year during Board meetings as well to ensure that the organizational expenditures remain on budget.

13. Is there a fee charged or donation suggested for your services, event, etc? If yes, please include when the last time fee amounts were evaluated and/or updated.

Please attach a copy of the fee schedule in the Documents Tab of this application.

There is no fee charged, all services provided by SEE Vision Care are free and at no cost to patients. By providing comprehensive eyecare to our patients free of charge, SVC bridges the gap of healthcare equity in our community. This program ensures underserved individuals don’t have to pick and choose what services they receive. SVC clinic services include preliminary screenings, comprehensive eye examinations, and any necessary follow-up care, including surgery referrals and free prescription glasses.

Our SVC program receives in-kind donations of the prescription glasses directly, and there is no charge for clinic and mobile patients. All SVC patients, regardless of the clinic they attend, are eligible for free prescription glasses.

Insurance or any fees are not a requirement to get specialty care from our SVC program. SVC clients are asked for insurance information, but when they lack insurance, they can provide a denial letter for coverage to meet the criteria

14. Please provide a summary of your organization's financial position (from the most recent fiscal year's financials).

15. Does your organization have any past due obligations with any funding source (e.g. disallowed costs or unearned grants from a previous contract)? If yes, please explain.

In the past 3 years, has your organization had an IRS or State levee? If yes, are you on a repayment schedule? How was the matter resolved? Explain below.

N/A

16. Please list two references who we may contact regarding the proposed program, service, or activity.

Include the reference's name, organization (as appropriate), and a phone number where the reference can be reached.

Dr. Randall Goodman, MD, FACS - Ophthalmologist, Shepard Eye Center [email protected] - (805) 406- 3627
Dru A. Hartley - Director of Philanthropy, Sansum Clinic [email protected] - (805) 681-7726
CDBG Eligibility

17. Are you applying for CDBG funding?
To be eligible for CDBG funding, you MUST obtain clients' race and ethnicity, and total family income.

Applicants may access the CDBG guide online at https://www.hudexchange.info/resource/19/basicallycdbg-training-guidebook-and-slides/. 12410718.6 Total Assets ($)
129234.69 Total Liabilities ($)
12240702.2 Total Net Assets ($)
12410718.6 TOTAL LIABILITIES AND NET ASSETS ($)
37,191,374.09 TOTAL
Yes
No

18. Please indicate whether your organization's client intake sheet or process includes obtaining any of the following information. Check all boxes that apply.

19. Please report the number of unduplicated clients your organization served in the following income categories from July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024 (or for calendar year 2024).

Liz Christen, Lead Nurse, SB Unified School District And Hilda Maldonado, Superintendent Name
Address or City last resided in
Number of family members
Total family (household) income
Race and ethnicity
Proof of age
My organization does not obtain any of the above information from clients 2631 Extremely low income (0-30% MFI)
1830 Very low income (30-50% MFI)
76 Low-moderate income (50-80% MFI)
0 Above moderate income (Above 80% MFI)
4,537.00 TOTAL
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Revenue Sources Total Program Revenue
for Current Fiscal Year
Projected Program
Revenue for Next Fiscal
Year
City of Goleta Funds
Federal
State
County
Municipal
School District
Foundations/Trusts $ 92,800.00 $ 92,800.00
Donations/Fundraising $ 214,645.00 $ 257,920.00
Fees
Other
Total $ 307,445.00 $ 350,720.00
Funding Uses/Expenses Expenditures for
Current Year
Expected Expenditures
for Next Year
Goleta Grant Funds:

Proposed Uses for
Next FY
Salaries, Benefits, Payroll
Taxes $ 273,286.00 $ 286,509.00
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Consultants and Contracts
Facility, Rent, Utilities,
Maintenance $ 13,861.00 $ 13,861.00 $ 10,000.00
Supplies $ 5,857.00 $ 7,857.00
Marketing (Printing,
Advertising) $ 1,292.00 $ 3,292.00
Travel, Mileage, Training $ 409.00 $ 5,409.00
Equipment
(Rental/Maintenance) $ 8,512.00 $ 9,512.00
Insurance $ 3,520.00 $ 3,520.00
Other $ 19,760.00 $ 20,760.00
Total $ 326,497.00 $ 350,720.00 $ 10,000.00
Budget Narrative
The total cost of the SVC program for the six locations is $506,030 including SEE’s vision clinics in Santa Barbara County and Ventura County in the state of California. SVC has six clinics located in Goleta, Oxnard, Oxnard-Westminster, Ventura, Thousand Oaks, and Lompoc, along with a mobile clinic that treats patients across California’s Central Coast.

The cost of the clinic and events in Goleta is of $326,497, Goleta is our main clinic and several patients get referred to this location (in average 64% of total locations). This clinic and events, as well as the cost of salaries and rent are directly subsidized by SEE International funds and grants.

The City of Goleta Funds will allow our Goleta clinic to pay for the costs of rent and utilities for 10 months (if rent stays the same). This is a direct cost of the program and a vital expense to ensure that patients have an accesible and adequate location/clinic to receive SVC free services.

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Nonprofit Tax Exemption Status IRS TAX EXEMPTION SEE

INTERNATIONAL
List of Board Members BOARD OF DIRECTORS SEE

INTERNATIONAL
Financial statements from the most recently
completed fiscal or calendar year
990 2023 SEE INTERNATIONAL
Organizational Budget BUDGET SUMMARY SEE

INTERNATIONAL
Organizational Chart STAFF LIST SEE INTERNATIONAL
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2025-2026 Combined CDBG & Goleta City Grant Application Deadline: 1/31/2025
Showers of Blessing Santa Barbara
Shower program at Goleta-area sites
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$ 10,000.00 Requested
Submitted: 1/31/2025 4:02:12 PM
(Pacific)
Project Contact
Jackie Goodman
[email protected]
Tel: 415.531.1231
Additional Contacts
none entered
Showers of Blessing
Santa Barbara
PO Box 1135
432 S San Marcos
Road
Goleta, CA 93116
United States
Executive Director
John Tamiazzo
[email protected]
Telephone805-591-0822
Fax
Web https://showersofblessingsb.org
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Organization

1. What is your organization's mission statement?
Showers of Blessing Santa Barbara provides free hot showers, fosters compassionate hygienic care, and offers access to critical services for people experiencing homelessness.

Program Information

2. Describe the proposed program, activity, or event for which you are asking for funding.

Please share how it will operate (days, hours, eligibility, etc.), how it will be monitored, and the people you intend to serve (target population).

Please be specific about the hours and total days that people will be served by the program and exactly how/for what City of Goleta funds will be used to support the program.

Anyone who needs a shower may access the shower program at six weekly sites, two of which are in the Goleta area. Each site serves 20-45 shower guests daily. Guests enter a freshly sanitized, private bathroom compartment (sprayed and wiped down by a team member in between each guest) in one of our shower trailers. Each bathroom is complete with a shower, sink, and toilet, plus mirror, electrical outlet for shaving etc. with a door that locks.

With each shower, guests receive a clean towel and washcloth, a new toothbrush, razor, toiletries and personal care items, new cotton socks and underwear, a homemade sack lunch, and clean replacement clothing if needed. Critical service providers, such as Santa Barbara Street Medicine, Good Samaritan, CityNet, and Santa Barbara County Health representatives attend shower sites weekly. Shower sites are informal hubs for guests to receive critical services, have progress meetings with service providers, and learn about
services available that they may not discover (or seek) on their own.

The shower team (plus weekly volunteers) offers guests a warm welcome and thoughtful service, helping guests locate clothing or other needed items and creating a safety zone where they are welcome.

Showers of Blessing’s objectives are to restore dignity, preserve health, and support well being. Three of our staff were formerly houseless and through working with Showers of Blessing, they have regained employment and housing. They have lived experience of and empathy for guests' challenges.

Our complete schedule is as follows:

Monday: St. Michael's University Church, 6586 Picasso Rd, Isla Vista, 1pm - 3pm Tuesday: Old Mission Santa Barbara, 2201 Laguna St, 10am - 12pm Tuesday: Shoreline Community Church, 935 San Andres St, 1pm - 3pm Wednesday: Our Lady of Guadalupe Church, 227 N. Nopal St., 12pm - 3pm Thursday: St. Athanasius Church, 300 Sumida Gardens Lane, 10am - 1pm Friday: Our Lady of Guadalupe Church, 12pm - 3pm
Showers of Blessing seeks funding for our Monday site at St. Michael's Church and our Thursday site at St. Athanasius Church. Together, the sites provide two shower opportunities a week for people living in the Goleta area, and serves 50 showers each week, (generally 20 showers at St. Michael's and 25-30 showers at St. Athanasius). There is a core group of in the 4th quarter, 28 guests took at least one shower a week at either or both of these shower sites. In the 4th quarter of 2024, 126 unduplicated guests showered at St. Athanasius or St. Michael's (287 unduplicated guests during the year). In 2024, guests showered more than 2,000 times at these sites.

Site expenses include clothing and supplies for shower guests, cleaning supplies, truck and trailer maintenance, fuel, and pay for our hardworking shower team. The team is supplemented by volunteers, who help greet guests and pass out supplies and clothing and who help provide a welcoming community for guests each time they arrive to shower.

3. Please provide the approximate number of Goleta residents your program, activity, or event will serve (or benefit) in the following year if funded.

Please be specific about the number Goleta residents who will be served. If your project serves more than only Goleta residents, please specify that breakdown. 287

4. Please check the box(es) that most accurately reflect the program, activity, or event for which you are seeking funding:

5. Does the program, activity, or event satisfy an unmet or under-met need in the community? If yes, please explain.

One-time or annual community event (concert, creek cleanups, festival, etc.) Youth programs
Senior programs (food/nutrition, education programs, day activities, etc.) Environmental/wildlife/animal welfare programs
Public services for low-income residents/homeless
Educational programs
Arts (music, dance, theater, art)
Economic development
Recreational activities
Other:

There are few public places where people may shower in Santa Barbara County, and accessing them is not easy for people who lack housing. With no facilities available, people skip showering and suffer hygiene-related health issues and loss of personal dignity. They are also more likely to develop hepatitis or serious infection through living in unsanitary environments. According to the Network for Public Health Law (https://www.networkforphl.org/), "[people experiencing homelessness] ... are left living in unhealthy environments contaminated by human waste; vulnerable to hepatitis A virus, meningitis, staph, lice and other health harms; and with limited access to health care services.” Additionally, unhoused people face hostility and discrimination from others for being unkempt. Many of Showers of Blessing’s guests fall into this category.

There are myriad documented mental and physical health benefits achieved by taking a shower. Better hygiene results in better quality of life, an improved mental outlook, fewer emergency room visits for nonemergencies, and fewer infestations of bodily pests, skin problems, bacterial infections, and contagious diseases among our guests. Hygiene is a foundational support to individual well-being and public health.

By bringing showers close to the places where houseless people live, we hope to prevent several significant personal and community issues. We hope to restore personal dignity and self-regard for chronically homeless residents and generally encourage better personal hygiene as a habit for people who struggle to provide the basics for themselves.

Access to a shower lets guests continue to run their lives, feel clean, and maintain hope. No matter their situation, a shower gives our guests a mental-health benefit and helps them feel supported to face their other challenges. We also hope to provide a welcoming place in the community where guests can get what they need easily, re-establishing trust in community.

6. Does the program, activity, or event aid in the prevention of future problems or conditions? If yes, please explain.

Better hygiene results in better quality of life, an improved mental outlook, fewer emergency room visits for non-emergencies, and fewer infestations of bodily pests, skin problems, bacterial infections, and contagious diseases among our guests. Hygiene is a foundational support to individual well-being and public health.

According to the Network for Public Health Law (https://www.networkforphl.org/), "[people experiencing homelessness] ... are left living in unhealthy environments contaminated by human waste; vulnerable to hepatitis A virus, meningitis, staph, lice and other health harms; and with limited access to health care services.”
Shower team and volunteers have also gently encouraged guests seek medical care when needed, helping guests to discern medical emergencies and helping them seek care before an emergency develops.

7. Does your facility or program have any barriers that would prevent a person with a disability (verbal, visual, physical, cognitive, etc.) from gaining employment, attending meetings, or obtaining services?
If so, what measures do you take to provide persons with disabilities alternative access to your facility or program?
Our shower trailer is not ADA-compliant, and we don't have a way to lift physically disabled guests into the trailer's bathrooms. There are grab bars and non-slip flooring in each of the bathrooms and showers. We offer assistance up and down the stairs, and guests who need help may bring an attendant. (We don't provide attendants; guests who need one would need to bring a friend or helper.) Funding

Please include other grant sources either received or for which you are applying.

We do not have any leverage opportunities currently.

Showers of Blessing is a community-supported program, operated with significant volunteer labor, and support from individuals, private foundations, and city and county funds.

Current funding includes:

Natalie Orfalea Foundation (partial sponsor for Wednesday site at Our Lady of Guadalupe for 2024) County of Santa Barbara (shower team support for one shower site) City of Santa Barbara (shower team support for one city of SB site) Outhwaite Foundation
Santa Barbara Foundation
Crawford Idema Foundation (5K)
Applications planned:

St Francis Foundation (application in early spring $9K) Latkin Foundation (application in early spring ($5K)

9. Are the requested funds necessary or vital in carrying out the program, activity, or event? Please specify how you will make up for any partial funding received from the City of Goleta.

If you are not awarded funding or are awarded partial funding from the City of Goleta, are there other potential funding sources your organization could pursue to ensure the program, activity, or event is successful?
Funds from the city of Goleta are vital. Showers of Blessing seeks funding from a variety of sources in the community and trusts we will meet our needs and obligations from those requests. We have confirmed commitments to fund the shower team at a few sites. The County of Santa Barbara funding covers most of the team's expenses at St. Athanasius but doesn't cover supplies or the hiring of a team member replacement, which we need to do this year. It also doesn't cover expenses at St. Michael's Church in Isla Vista, the other site serving the Goleta area. Other grant funding and support from the community is not guaranteed, so we cast as broad a net as we are able and trust we will get what we need to continue operating.

10. Does the program, activity, or event for which you are seeking funding primarily serve those with low-incomes?
If yes, does your organization obtain documentation from clients on their income (e.g. tax returns, pay stubs)?
Yes; we don't seek income verification. Guests are homeless; presumed beneficiary status.

11. When was your organization last audited? Were there any findings or concerns? If yes, please explain below.

If your organization is not required to have an audit performed, please explain that below.

Showers of Blessing has not had an audit. Our budget is under $400,000, well below the minimum requiring an audit. Our bookkeeper is a CPA and an independent CPA does our 990, which is available for review.

12. How often does your organization's Board of Directors review and approve financial statements?
The board meets bi-monthly to review and approve financial statements. Financial statements are sent to board members monthly for review.

13. Is there a fee charged or donation suggested for your services, event, etc? If yes, please include when the last time fee amounts were evaluated and/or updated.

Please attach a copy of the fee schedule in the Documents Tab of this application.

There is no fee charged or suggested.

14. Please provide a summary of your organization's financial position (from the most recent fiscal year's financials).

15. Does your organization have any past due obligations with any funding source (e.g. disallowed costs or unearned grants from a previous contract)? If yes, please explain.

In the past 3 years, has your organization had an IRS or State levee? If yes, are you on a repayment schedule? How was the matter resolved? Explain below.

No.

16. Please list two references who we may contact regarding the proposed program, service, or activity.

Include the reference's name, organization (as appropriate), and a phone number where the reference can be reached.

Fr. Nicholas Speier, Retired Pastor of St. Athanasius Church and 10-year host at our shower site. ([email protected])
Linda Liker, volunteer, Showers of Blessing business manager, (805) 699-1222 Sandy Logsdon, volunteer, (805) 294-5009
Scott Claassen, former pastor of St. Michael's Church and longtime shower site host. ([email protected])
CDBG Eligibility

17. Are you applying for CDBG funding?
To be eligible for CDBG funding, you MUST obtain clients' race and ethnicity, and total family income.

Applicants may access the CDBG guide online at https://www.hudexchange.info/resource/19/basicallycdbg-training-guidebook-and-slides/.

18. Please indicate whether your organization's client intake sheet or process includes obtaining any of the following information. Check all boxes that apply.

19. Please report the number of unduplicated clients your organization served in the following income categories from July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024 (or for calendar year 2024).

Refer to the Library section of the main page to view a link to the FY 2024 Federal Income Limits for each of the below categories. PLEASE ENTER N/A IF YOUR ORGANIZATION DOES NOT COLLECT INCOME INFORMATION ON CLIENTS IN THE FOLLOWING CATEGORIES. $403,868.7 Total Assets ($)
$8,877.45 Total Liabilities ($)
$394,991.3 Total Net Assets ($)
$403,868.7 TOTAL LIABILITIES AND NET ASSETS ($)
1,211,606.15 TOTAL
Yes
No
Name
Address or City last resided in
Number of family members
Total family (household) income
Race and ethnicity
Proof of age
My organization does not obtain any of the above information from clients N/A Extremely low income (0-30% MFI)
N/A Very low income (30-50% MFI)

N/A
N/A Low-moderate income (50-80% MFI)
N/A Above moderate income (Above 80% MFI)

0.00 TOTAL
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Revenue Sources
Total Program
Revenue for Current
Fiscal Year
Projected Program
Revenue for Next
Fiscal Year
City of Goleta Funds $ 0.00 $ 8,000.00
Federal $ 0.00 $ 0.00
State $ 0.00 $ 0.00
County $ 30,000.00 $ 30,000.00
Municipal $ 18,800.00 $ 22,000.00
School District $ 0.00 $ 0.00
Foundations/Trusts $ 170,000.00 $ 170,000.00
Donations/Fundraising $ 145,000.00 $ 155,000.00
Fees $ 0.00 $ 0.00
Other
Total $ 363,800.00 $ 385,000.00
Funding Uses/Expenses Expenditures for
Current Year
Expected Expenditures
for Next Year
Goleta Grant Funds:

Proposed Uses for
Next FY
Salaries, Benefits, Payroll Taxes $ 283,853.33 $ 326,430.00 $ 8,000.00 Consultants and Contracts $ 1,800.00 $ 1,800.00
Business Expenses $ 2,400.51 $ 2,500.00
Shower operations (supplies,
clothing, fuel) $ 27,848.18 $ 29,000.00 $ 1,000.00
Fundraising Costs (transaction
fees, printing, postage) $ 14,240.81 $ 15,500.00
Equipment (Repairs,
Maintenance) (incl insurance) $ 24,710.40 $ 26,000.00 $ 1,000.00 Facility, Rent, Utilities,
Maintenance $ 0.00 $ 0.00
$ 0.00
$ 0.00
$ 0.00
Total $ 354,853.23 $ 401,230.00 $ 10,000.00
Budget Narrative
Funds from the city of Goleta will be used to help pay for site expenses serving people in or near the city of Goleta (St. Athanasius and/or St. Michael's Church), including shower team payroll for work done each day to operate the site or clean up afterwards, on-site consumables such as socks, underwear, hygiene supplies, cleaning supplies, fuel for vehicles, propane for heating water, and Application ID: 490732
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It doesn't include any other overhead, executive pay or office expenses, which we don't incur anyway by not keeping an office.

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Documents Requested * Required?Attached Documents *
Nonprofit Tax Exemption Status IRS letter
List of Board Members List of Board Members
Financial statements from the most recently
completed fiscal or calendar year
2024 Financials
Organizational Budget 2024 Budget
Organizational Chart Organizational Chart
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2025-2026 Combined CDBG & Goleta City Grant Application Deadline: 1/31/2025
St. Vincent's Institution
Family Strengthening Program
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$ 10,000.00 Requested
Submitted: 1/31/2025 12:15:45 PM
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Project Contact
Anthony Greco
[email protected]
Tel: 8052595406
Additional Contacts
none entered
St. Vincent's Institution
4200 Calle Real
Santa Barbara, CA 93110
United States
President and Chief
Executive Officer
Rosa Paredes
[email protected]
Telephone8056836381
Fax 8059677508
Web https://www.stvincentssb.org/
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Organization

1. What is your organization's mission statement?
St. Vincent's is dedicated to strengthening low-income families and seniors through programs rooted in the Social Teachings of the Catholic Church. Faithful to the charism of the Daughters of Charity of St.

Vincent de Paul, we serve our sisters and brothers by providing affordable housing, early childhood education, and family enrichment opportunities.

Program Information

2. Describe the proposed program, activity, or event for which you are asking for funding.

Please share how it will operate (days, hours, eligibility, etc.), how it will be monitored, and the people you intend to serve (target population).

Please be specific about the hours and total days that people will be served by the program and exactly how/for what City of Goleta funds will be used to support the program.

The Family Strengthening Program (FSP) is a 27-month transitional housing program designed to help single mothers with up to two children escape domestic violence and homelessness, secure permanent housing, and increase their income. FSP provides comprehensive wraparound services tailored to empower families, including full-time free childcare, parenting classes, personalized case management, career counseling, and in-house therapy.

3. Please provide the approximate number of Goleta residents your program, activity, or event will serve (or benefit) in the following year if funded.

Please be specific about the number Goleta residents who will be served. If your project serves more than only Goleta residents, please specify that breakdown. since October 2022 we have served 75 mothers and children, 10 (13%) of whom were from from Goleta

4. Please check the box(es) that most accurately reflect the program, activity, or event for which you are seeking funding:

5. Does the program, activity, or event satisfy an unmet or under-met need in the community? If yes, please explain.

The Family Strengthening Program (FSP) addresses the critical unmet needs of homeless mothers and their young children (ages 0-5) in Santa Barbara County, where homelessness has risen sharply due to escalating rents, the expiration of pandemic-era eviction moratoriums, and the end of emergency rental assistance programs. The 2024 Santa Barbara County Point-in-Time (PIT) Count revealed a 12% increase in homelessness from 2023 to 2024, with 2,119 individuals counted, including 125 families with 364 children—a significant rise from 93 families in 2023.

Santa Barbara County remains one of the least affordable regions in the state, requiring an hourly wage of $47.06 to afford average rents. FSP is uniquely positioned to combat these trends by providing 27 months of transitional housing alongside wraparound services such as case management, behavioral health support, and childcare, all essential for breaking cycles of poverty and homelessness.

The program also addresses the long-term effects of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), including developmental delays and academic achievement gaps, by stabilizing families and delivering comprehensive, trauma-informed care. By addressing both immediate needs and long-term solutions, FSP plays a crucial role in mitigating the growing homelessness crisis in Santa Barbara County, empowering families to achieve sustainable independence.

6. Does the program, activity, or event aid in the prevention of future problems or conditions? If yes, please explain.

Yes, the Family Strengthening Program aids in the prevention of future problems or conditions by addressing the root causes and long-term impacts of homelessness, poverty, and trauma. By providing stable transitional housing, comprehensive wraparound services, and trauma-informed care, the program helps families build a strong foundation for sustainable independence. It mitigates future risks by breaking cycles of poverty and homelessness through career counseling, parenting classes, and personalized case management, supporting early childhood development by addressing the effects of Adverse Childhood Experiences and providing full-time childcare, and promoting mental health and stability through behavioral health support and therapy. By addressing these critical areas, the program provides immediate relief and reduces the likelihood of future problems, creating long-term positive outcomes for One-time or annual community event (concert, creek cleanups, festival, etc.) Youth programs
Senior programs (food/nutrition, education programs, day activities, etc.) Environmental/wildlife/animal welfare programs
Public services for low-income residents/homeless
Educational programs
Arts (music, dance, theater, art)
Economic development
Recreational activities
Other:
families and the community.

7. Does your facility or program have any barriers that would prevent a person with a disability (verbal, visual, physical, cognitive, etc.) from gaining employment, attending meetings, or obtaining services?
If so, what measures do you take to provide persons with disabilities alternative access to your facility or program?
The Family Strengthening Program ensures accessibility for individuals with disabilities and non-Englishspeaking populations through a comprehensive, inclusive approach. We have three bilingual case managers fluent in Spanish, allowing us to provide culturally sensitive services and assessments in both English and Spanish. Outreach materials are available in Spanish, with plans to translate additional resources to further enhance accessibility.

As a trauma-informed program, FSP embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion, providing individualized support to clients from diverse cultural backgrounds, the majority of whom self-identify as Latino/Hispanic.

Staff receive training to deliver culturally respectful services, ensuring clients feel understood and supported. Partnerships with local organizations further expand resources, offering legal assistance, education, and mental health services tailored to client needs.

For clients with disabilities, we provide necessary accommodations to ensure full participation in the program. Specialized support addresses barriers related to physical or mental disabilities, ensuring equitable care and opportunities for growth. This holistic approach guarantees that all individuals, regardless of language, culture, or ability, have equal access to the resources and support they need for long-term success.

Funding

Please include other grant sources either received or for which you are applying.

Yes, the City's grant funding enhances the Family Strengthening Program (FSP) by building on a robust foundation of diverse funding sources, including City and County Community Development Block Grants (CDBG), support from the County Department of Social Services, the Child Abuse and Neglect Human Services Commission, Best Practices grants, and contributions from private funders. These combined resources enable FSP to provide comprehensive services such as transitional housing, case management, childcare, and behavioral health support.

The City's funding strengthens FSP’s ability to collaborate with community partners to offer tailored resources, including legal assistance, educational opportunities, and mental health services. The integration of public and private funding streams ensures the program’s sustainability and amplifies its impact. This holistic funding model allows the City’s investment to play a critical role in addressing urgent community needs while maximizing the program’s capacity to empower families toward long-term stability and independence.

9. Are the requested funds necessary or vital in carrying out the program, activity, or event? Please specify how you will make up for any partial funding received from the City of Goleta.

If you are not awarded funding or are awarded partial funding from the City of Goleta, are there other potential funding sources your organization could pursue to ensure the program, activity, or event is successful?
The requested funds are vital to carrying out the Family Strengthening Program (FSP) because they directly support essential services such as transitional housing, childcare, case management, and behavioral health support. These services are critical to empowering families to overcome homelessness, poverty, and trauma, ensuring long-term stability and independence.

If partial funding is received from the City of Goleta, we will prioritize program elements to ensure continuity of the most essential services. This may include scaling back non-essential components temporarily while maintaining housing and core support services. We would also seek to close funding gaps through other available resources, including existing partnerships with the City and County Community Development Block Grants (CDBG), the County Department of Social Services, the Child Abuse and Neglect Human Services Commission, Best Practices grants, and private funders.

If no funding is awarded or additional resources are required, we would pursue further support from philanthropic organizations, foundations, and local community partners to sustain the program. Our track record of successful grant applications and strong relationships with stakeholders positions us well to explore alternative funding sources to ensure the program remains effective and impactful.

10. Does the program, activity, or event for which you are seeking funding primarily serve those with low-incomes?
If yes, does your organization obtain documentation from clients on their income (e.g. tax returns, pay stubs)?
Yes, the Family Strengthening Program (FSP) primarily serves individuals and families with low incomes, focusing on single mothers and their children who are experiencing homelessness or at risk of becoming homeless. To ensure that the program reaches those most in need, our organization collects documentation to verify client income eligibility. This includes reviewing tax returns, pay stubs, or benefit verification letters as part of the intake process.

By maintaining thorough documentation, we ensure compliance with funding requirements and guarantee that services are provided to those who meet the program’s income-based criteria. This approach allows us to deliver targeted, impactful support to the families who need it most.

11. When was your organization last audited? Were there any findings or concerns? If yes, please explain below.

If your organization is not required to have an audit performed, please explain that below.

Our organization’s most recent audit was for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2024. There were no findings or concerns reported during the audit. This reflects our commitment to maintaining high standards of financial accountability, transparency, and compliance with all applicable regulations.

12. How often does your organization's Board of Directors review and approve financial statements?
Our organization's Board of Directors reviews and approves financial statements on a quarterly basis.

This regular oversight ensures transparency, accountability, and alignment with our financial and programmatic goals, allowing the Board to make informed decisions and maintain the organization's fiscal integrity.

13. Is there a fee charged or donation suggested for your services, event, etc? If yes, please include when the last time fee amounts were evaluated and/or updated.

Please attach a copy of the fee schedule in the Documents Tab of this application.

Yes, a program fee is charged for the Family Strengthening Program (FSP). The current fees are as follows:

Mother with one child: $398 per month
Mother with two children: $435 per month
These fees were last evaluated and updated in 2024 to ensure affordability for clients while supporting program sustainability.

To further support clients, St. Vincent’s offers a $10 monthly savings credit for those who pay their fees in full by the 5th of the month. This credit is recorded and paid out when the client leaves the program.

Additionally, St. Vincent’s provides a savings match of up to $50 per month for clients contributing to their FSP Savings Account. This match is also recorded and paid out when clients graduate from the program without an outstanding balance for any St. Vincent’s program fees. These incentives encourage financial responsibility and help clients build savings for long-term stability.

14. Please provide a summary of your organization's financial position (from the most recent fiscal year's financials).

15. Does your organization have any past due obligations with any funding source (e.g. disallowed costs or unearned grants from a previous contract)? If yes, please explain.

In the past 3 years, has your organization had an IRS or State levee? If yes, are you on a repayment schedule? How was the matter resolved? Explain below.

No, our organization does not have any past-due obligations with any funding source, such as disallowed costs or unearned grants from previous contracts. Additionally, our organization has not had an IRS or State levy in the past three years. We remain in good standing with all funding sources and regulatory authorities, ensuring compliance and financial integrity in all our operations.

16. Please list two references who we may contact regarding the proposed program, service, or activity.

Include the reference's name, organization (as appropriate), and a phone number where the reference can be reached.

Terri Allison, co-founder and former Executive Director of Storyteller Children’s Center, currently Moonlit Consulting (805) 452-1937.

Isis Castañeda, Creating Connections (805) 448-0920.

CDBG Eligibility

17. Are you applying for CDBG funding?
To be eligible for CDBG funding, you MUST obtain clients' race and ethnicity, and total family income.

Applicants may access the CDBG guide online at https://www.hudexchange.info/resource/19/basicallycdbg-training-guidebook-and-slides/.

18. Please indicate whether your organization's client intake sheet or process includes obtaining any of the following information. Check all boxes that apply.

19. Please report the number of unduplicated clients your organization served in the following income categories from July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024 (or for calendar year 2024).

Refer to the Library section of the main page to view a link to the FY 2024 Federal Income Limits for each of the below categories. PLEASE ENTER N/A IF YOUR ORGANIZATION DOES NOT COLLECT INCOME INFORMATION ON CLIENTS IN THE FOLLOWING CATEGORIES. 9,602,850. Total Assets ($)
2,523,473. Total Liabilities ($)
7,079,377 Total Net Assets ($)
9,602,850 TOTAL LIABILITIES AND NET ASSETS ($)
28,808,550.00 TOTAL
Yes
No
Name
Address or City last resided in
Number of family members
Total family (household) income
Race and ethnicity
Proof of age
My organization does not obtain any of the above information from clients

N/A
39 Extremely low income (0-30% MFI)
2 Very low income (30-50% MFI)
Low-moderate income (50-80% MFI)
Above moderate income (Above 80% MFI)

41.00 TOTAL
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Revenue Sources Total Program Revenue
for Current Fiscal Year
Projected Program
Revenue for Next Fiscal
Year
City of Goleta Funds $ 3,000.00 $ 10,000.00
Federal
State
County $ 116,000.00 $ 116,000.00
Municipal $ 21,470.00 $ 80,000.00
School District
Foundations/Trusts $ 263,218.00 $ 182,500.00
Donations/Fundraising $ 120,000.00 $ 120,000.00
Fees $ 71,122.00 $ 73,255.00
Other $ 112,123.00 $ 146,385.00
Total $ 706,933.00 $ 728,140.00
Funding Uses/Expenses Expenditures for
Current Year
Expected Expenditures
for Next Year
Goleta Grant Funds:

Proposed Uses for
Next FY
Salaries, Benefits, Payroll
Taxes $ 499,754.00 $ 514,746.00 $ 10,000.00
Consultants and Contracts $ 34,366.00 $ 35,396.00
Facility, Rent, Utilities,
Maintenance $ 31,613.00 $ 32,562.00
Supplies $ 31,557.00 $ 32,504.00
Depreciation $ 33,940.00 $ 34,959.00
Travel, Mileage, Training $ 7,240.00 $ 7,457.00
Charity $ 8,300.00 $ 8,549.00
Licenses, Taxes, Dues, and
Subscriptions $ 2,696.00 $ 2,776.00
Workers Compensation $ 10,797.00 $ 11,122.00
Internet and Website $ 5,670.00 $ 5,840.00
Printing and Postage $ 110.00 $ 113.00
Utilities and Telephone $ 74,830.00 $ 77,075.00
$ 0.00
Total $ 740,873.00 $ 763,099.00 $ 10,000.00
Application ID: 491354
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Nonprofit Tax Exemption Status Nonprofit Tax Exempt Status List of Board Members List of Board Members
Financial statements from the most recently
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Financial statements from the most recently
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Organizational Budget Organizational Budget
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City of Goleta
2025-2026 Combined CDBG & Goleta City Grant Application Deadline: 1/31/2025
St. Vincent's Institution
Fr. Virgil Cordano Center
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$ 10,000.00 Requested
Submitted: 1/31/2025 12:05:55 PM
(Pacific)
Project Contact
Anthony Greco
[email protected]
Tel: 8052595406
Additional Contacts
none entered
St. Vincent's Institution
4200 Calle Real
Santa Barbara, CA 93110
United States
President and Chief
Executive Officer
Rosa Paredes
[email protected]
Telephone8056836381
Fax 8059677508
Web https://www.stvincentssb.org/
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Organization

1. What is your organization's mission statement?
The Fr. Virgil Cordano Center is a collaborative ministry of the Franciscan Friars at Old Mission Santa Barbara and the Daughters of Charity at St. Vincent's. Rooted in the Gospel and the Social Teachings of the Catholic Church, we remain faithful to the traditions of St. Francis of Assisi and St. Vincent de Paul.

Our mission is to provide a place of welcome and support, fostering the human and spiritual well-being of our sisters and brothers in need.

Program Information

2. Describe the proposed program, activity, or event for which you are asking for funding.

Please share how it will operate (days, hours, eligibility, etc.), how it will be monitored, and the people you intend to serve (target population).

Please be specific about the hours and total days that people will be served by the program and exactly how/for what City of Goleta funds will be used to support the program.

The Fr. Virgil Cordano Center (FVCC) provides comprehensive, low-barrier support services designed to address the immediate and long-term needs of individuals experiencing homelessness or housing insecurity. Operating Monday through Friday, from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM (excluding holidays), FVCC is located at 4020 Calle Real, Santa Barbara, CA 93110.

FVCC offers a safe and welcoming daytime shelter where individuals can access essential services, including:

Daily Hot Meals: Breakfast, lunch, snacks, coffee, and water.

Amenities: Free laundry services, secure mail access, and computers and phones for personal or resource-related use.

Personalized, relationship-based case management empowers individuals to set and achieve goals, such as:

Securing housing.

Obtaining vital documents.

Applying for government benefits.

Improving health and wellness.

In collaboration with medical and behavioral health providers, FVCC connects members to critical healthcare services. Partnerships with local organizations also facilitate referrals to shelters, rapid rehousing programs, and career support services.

On-site services further enhance well-being, including:

Creative outlets like an art table.

Haircuts.

Wound care provided by a nurse.

FVCC aligns its programs with the Santa Barbara County Coordinated Entry System (CES) and Homeless Management Information System (HMIS), ensuring equitable access to resources and coordinated service delivery. By addressing holistic needs, FVCC fosters stability, self-sufficiency, and dignity for every individual it serves.

3. Please provide the approximate number of Goleta residents your program, activity, or event will serve (or benefit) in the following year if funded.

Please be specific about the number Goleta residents who will be served. If your project serves more than only Goleta residents, please specify that breakdown.

Last calendar year we conducted intake assessments on 250 individuals experiencing homelessness, of those fifteen (6%) were Goleta residents experiencing homelessness representing 10% of all individuals experiencing homeless in Goleta (148 PIT Count 2024)

4. Please check the box(es) that most accurately reflect the program, activity, or event for which you are seeking funding:

5. Does the program, activity, or event satisfy an unmet or under-met need in the community? If yes, please explain.

The urgency of this program is highlighted by the 2024 Point-in-Time Count, which reported 148 individuals experiencing homelessness in Goleta, a 9% increase from the 136 individuals recorded in the previous year. This growing crisis is evident at the Father Virgil Cordano Center, where 70 to 100 individuals queue daily to access critical services such as meals, shelter, and support.

In collaboration with Goleta's Homelessness Services Coordinator, the Father Virgil Cordano Center provided support to seven clients, facilitating access to housing and critical services. This collaboration led to one individual finding permanent housing at Buena Tierra. Additionally, seven clients reported residing in Goleta at the time of their intake. These efforts underscore the importance of regional partnerships in addressing homelessness and meeting the needs of individuals experiencing housing insecurity in Goleta.

These numbers reflect a pressing and visible human need that extends beyond mere statistics. Without immediate action, the gap between available resources and the community's escalating demands will continue to widen, leaving many without the support required to achieve stability and safety. The urgency of this program lies in its ability to provide both immediate relief and long-term pathways to self-sufficiency for some of the most vulnerable members of our community.

6. Does the program, activity, or event aid in the prevention of future problems or conditions? If yes, please explain.

Yes, the Fr. Virgil Cordano Center (FVCC) aids in the prevention of future problems or conditions by providing a vital lifeline to individuals at risk of homelessness. Since September 2023, 11 of the 267 intakes completed at FVCC were for individuals who were not homeless but were identified as being at significant risk. By addressing their needs early, FVCC helps prevent these individuals from falling into homelessness.

The center provides critical services such as case management, access to essential resources, and referrals to housing, mental health, and employment services. These interventions not only stabilize individuals but also equip them with the tools and support they need to avoid future crises. Through its proactive approach, FVCC plays a key role in breaking the cycle of poverty and homelessness, ensuring that at-risk individuals can achieve and maintain stability.

7. Does your facility or program have any barriers that would prevent a person with a disability (verbal, visual, physical, cognitive, etc.) from gaining employment, attending meetings, or obtaining services?
If so, what measures do you take to provide persons with disabilities alternative access to your facility or program?
No, the Fr. Virgil Cordano Center (FVCC) does not have any barriers that would prevent individuals with disabilities—whether verbal, visual, physical, cognitive, or otherwise—from gaining employment, attending meetings, or obtaining services. The FVCC has successfully served individuals who are blind or physically handicapped, ensuring accessibility and support for all members of our community.

Funding

Please include other grant sources either received or for which you are applying.

Yes, the City's grant funding would leverage other resources and catalyze further initiatives. The Fr. Virgil Cordano Center (FVCC) has previously received Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds from the City of Santa Barbara and currently has applications submitted with both the City and County of Santa Barbara. Recently, FVCC was awarded $400,000 toward the remediation of a property that will serve as the future home of the center. Additionally, in 2024, the FVCC has secured $80,000 in grants from private foundations, 40,000 from the City of Santa Barbara, and over $189,000 in individual contributions from community members. FVCC has also begun generating revenue through Enhanced Care Management (ECM) services, further strengthening our financial sustainability. This diverse funding portfolio highlights the collaborative efforts and community support that enable FVCC to expand its services and better support those in need.

9. Are the requested funds necessary or vital in carrying out the program, activity, or event? Please specify how you will make up for any partial funding received from the City of Goleta.

If you are not awarded funding or are awarded partial funding from the City of Goleta, are there other potential funding sources your organization could pursue to ensure the program, activity, or event is successful?
Yes, the requested funds are vital to carrying out the program and ensuring the continued delivery of essential services at the Fr. Virgil Cordano Center (FVCC). These funds will directly support critical operations, including providing meals, case management, and access to healthcare services for individuals experiencing homelessness in Goleta. Without the requested funding, FVCC would face significant challenges in maintaining the current level of support and outreach necessary to meet the growing demand in the community.

In the event of partial funding from the City of Goleta, FVCC will strive to make up the difference by pursuing additional grants from private foundations, increasing outreach to individual donors, and leveraging Enhanced Care Management (ECM) revenue. Additionally, FVCC will explore cost-sharing opportunities with partner organizations and prioritize program components to ensure the most critical services remain uninterrupted.

10. Does the program, activity, or event for which you are seeking funding primarily serve those with low-incomes?
If yes, does your organization obtain documentation from clients on their income (e.g. tax returns, pay stubs)?
Yes, we served individuals experiencing homelessness, for whom we screen and document eligibility.

These individuals meet the assumed benefit criteria under CDBG guidelines, ensuring compliance and alignment with program requirements.

11. When was your organization last audited? Were there any findings or concerns? If yes, please explain below.

If your organization is not required to have an audit performed, please explain that below.

12. How often does your organization's Board of Directors review and approve financial statements?
The Board of Directors reviews and approves financial statements on a quarterly basis to ensure transparency, accountability, and sound financial management.

13. Is there a fee charged or donation suggested for your services, event, etc? If yes, please include when the last time fee amounts were evaluated and/or updated.

Please attach a copy of the fee schedule in the Documents Tab of this application.

No. The Fr. Virgil Cordano Center charges no fees for its services.

14. Please provide a summary of your organization's financial position (from the most recent fiscal year's financials).
140443 Total Assets ($)
284,546 Total Liabilities ($)
-144,103 Total Net Assets ($)
140443 TOTAL LIABILITIES AND NET ASSETS ($)
421,329.00 TOTAL

15. Does your organization have any past due obligations with any funding source (e.g. disallowed costs or unearned grants from a previous contract)? If yes, please explain.

In the past 3 years, has your organization had an IRS or State levee? If yes, are you on a repayment schedule? How was the matter resolved? Explain below.

No, the Fr. Virgil Cordano Center does not have any past due obligations with any funding source, such as disallowed costs or unearned grants from previous contracts. Additionally, the organization has not had an IRS or State levy in the past three years.

16. Please list two references who we may contact regarding the proposed program, service, or activity.

Include the reference's name, organization (as appropriate), and a phone number where the reference can be reached.

Deborah McQuade, FVCC Program Director (805) 698-1026; Wade Volk, Project Director of Showers of Blessing (805) 636-7980
CDBG Eligibility

17. Are you applying for CDBG funding?
To be eligible for CDBG funding, you MUST obtain clients' race and ethnicity, and total family income.

Applicants may access the CDBG guide online at https://www.hudexchange.info/resource/19/basicallycdbg-training-guidebook-and-slides/.

18. Please indicate whether your organization's client intake sheet or process includes obtaining any of the following information. Check all boxes that apply.

19. Please report the number of unduplicated clients your organization served in the following income categories from July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024 (or for calendar year 2024).

N/A
Yes
No
Name
Address or City last resided in
Number of family members
Total family (household) income
Race and ethnicity
Proof of age
My organization does not obtain any of the above information from clients 110 Extremely low income (0-30% MFI)
Very low income (30-50% MFI)
Low-moderate income (50-80% MFI)
Above moderate income (Above 80% MFI)
110.00 TOTAL
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Revenue Sources
Total Program
Revenue for Current
Fiscal Year
Projected Program
Revenue for Next Fiscal
Year
City of Goleta Funds $ 10,000.00
Federal
State
County $ 70,000.00
Municipal $ 31,870.00 $ 80,000.00
School District
Foundations/Trusts $ 142,497.00 $ 146,772.00
Donations/Fundraising
Fees
Other $ 646,187.00 $ 538,399.00
Total $ 820,554.00 $ 845,171.00
Funding Uses/Expenses Expenditures for
Current Year
Expected Expenditures
for Next Year
Goleta Grant Funds:

Proposed Uses for
Next FY
Salaries, Benefits, Payroll
Taxes $ 339,000.00 $ 349,170.00 $ 10,000.00
Consultants and Contracts $ 159,275.00 $ 164,053.00
Facility, Rent, Utilities,
Maintenance $ 128,954.00 $ 132,823.00
Supplies $ 40,573.00 $ 41,790.00
Marketing (Printing,
Advertising) $ 4,500.00 $ 4,635.00
Travel, Mileage, Training $ 3,005.00 $ 3,095.00
Internet/Website $ 20,741.00 $ 21,362.00
Insurance $ 4,075.00 $ 4,197.00
License, taxes, dues &
subscriptions $ 12,717.00 $ 13,099.00
Worker's Compensation $ 5,769.00 $ 5,943.00
Charity $ 500.00 $ 515.00
Printing/Postage $ 1,621.00 $ 1,670.00
Training/Meetings/Education $ 600.00 $ 618.00
Utilities/Telephone $ 27,828.00 $ 28,663.00
Food purchases and
donations $ 71,396.00 $ 73,538.00
$ 0.00 $ 0.00
$ 0.00
$ 0.00
Total $ 820,554.00 $ 845,171.00 $ 10,000.00
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Documents Requested * Required?Attached Documents *
Nonprofit Tax Exemption Status IRS Tax Exempt Letter
List of Board Members List of Board Members
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City of Goleta
2025-2026 Combined CDBG & Goleta City Grant Application Deadline: 1/31/2025
Transition House
Shelter and Services for Homeless Families
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$ 10,000.00 Requested
Submitted: 1/17/2025 2:43:06
PM (Pacific)
Project Contact
Kathleen Baushke
[email protected]
Tel: (805) 966-9668 x118
Additional Contacts
none entered
Transition House
425 E. Cota Street
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
United States
Executive Director
Kathleen Baushke
[email protected]
Telephone(805) 966-9668 x118
Fax (805) 966-6331
Web www.transitionhouse.com
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Organization

1. What is your organization's mission statement?
Transition House is dedicated to the solution of family homelessness in the Santa Barbara community.

Capable and motivated families with children are offered life tools and respectful, non-sectarian residential services designed to alleviate poverty and restore self-sufficiency and dignity. Founded in 1984, each year we help approximately 175 homeless families with children and families that are at risk for homelessness to acquire the tools necessary for self-sufficiency.

Program Information

2. Describe the proposed program, activity, or event for which you are asking for funding.

Please share how it will operate (days, hours, eligibility, etc.), how it will be monitored, and the people you intend to serve (target population).

Please be specific about the hours and total days that people will be served by the program and exactly how/for what City of Goleta funds will be used to support the program.

Transition House has received support from the City of Goleta since 2006. In this application, we respectfully request funding to support case management services for Goleta families with children experiencing homelessness and living in our emergency shelter.

The shelter targets local homeless families with children under the age of 18. It operates 365 days a year, serving approximately 85 families (275 people or more) annually. Statistics are kept on the status and progress of each participating family in the areas of accessing employment, increases in income, savings, development of financial literacy skills, and the ability to access resources.

Transition House is the only homeless shelter for families with children in southern Santa Barbara County.

It has a history of success, each year placing over 70 percent of its shelter families into permanent housing after successful participation in our program services.

Transition House’s program is different because it gives families the time and individualized case management support they need to create lasting life changes. Families participate in a full array of antipoverty services, including:
* Trauma-informed case management focusing on developing financial literacy skills * Career counseling with an employment specialist aimed at increasing income and benefits * On-site classes in parenting, employment soft skills, financial literacy, computer proficiency and English as a Second Language
* Referrals for medical, mental health and recovery services * Short- and long-range goal setting and planning
* Housing location
* Children’s programs aimed at breaking the cycle of generational poverty Case managers—including our employment specialist—are critical to families’ ability to improve their financial literacy skills. Case managers develop trusting relationships with their clients, and tailor their approach to fit the needs of each individual family. We have two full-time shelter case managers, an employment specialist, and a housing locator, all of whom speak Spanish. They have expertise in social service delivery, including drug and alcohol treatment, health care entitlement specialization, employment development, and education. Each case manager is responsible for approximately 10-12 family cases at a time.

Case managers meet with shelter clients weekly, helping them create and manage their monthly budgets, manage expenses, save money, and develop skills that increase their income earning potential.

Emotional support is a key element in helping families overcome personal barriers to achieving economic self-sufficiency. Studies suggest that 75 percent of homeless families have experienced significant past trauma that can interfere with their ability to make the necessary changes to achieve permanent housing.

Case managers receive education in industry best practices so that they might provide the most effective interventions.

The shelter is the first stage in Transition House’s three-stage housing continuum, including shelter, transitional housing, and permanent supportive housing. The average length of stay in the shelter is four to five months. Families that move to our transitional or permanent housing may stay for up to three years or more, giving them the time they need to change their lives.

Evaluation is critical to determining program effectiveness. We review our outcomes quarterly and analyze our statistics—especially if we are not achieving our intended outcomes—so that adjustments can be made. Program methodology and client goals have been adjusted in response to client feedback and evaluation analysis. For example, we started implementing a Trauma Informed Care (TIC) approach when we saw that many of our clients had experienced past trauma that was impacting their ability to successfully transition to stable housing. TIC emphasizes safety, respectful interaction, kindness, and understanding. Our industry nationwide is adopting a TIC approach because without it, clients can be retraumatized and struggle to achieve positive outcomes. With TIC, our case management and employment services have been more effective.

3. Please provide the approximate number of Goleta residents your program, activity, or event will serve (or benefit) in the following year if funded.

Please be specific about the number Goleta residents who will be served. If your project serves more than only Goleta residents, please specify that breakdown. 45 - Transition House serves 275 people per year in its shelter program. 90% or more come from south Santa Barbara County. Roughly one-sixth of the families we serve lived in the City of Goleta when they became homeless. In 2023, we served 55 from Goleta.

4. Please check the box(es) that most accurately reflect the program, activity, or event for which you are seeking funding:

5. Does the program, activity, or event satisfy an unmet or under-met need in the community? If yes, please explain.

The principal causes of family homelessness in Santa Barbara are poverty and a lack of affordable housing. 14 percent of the general population in Santa Barbara County lives in poverty (U.S. Census Bureau, 2023) which, for a family of four, equals $3,120/month (2024 Federal Poverty Guidelines).

However, the median monthly rent in 2024 for a two-bedroom apartment was $3,997 (City of Santa Barbara Rental Survey, June 2024). The Fair Market Rent (FMR) rate in Santa Barbara County is 99% higher than all other FMR areas nationwide, (FMR is determined by HUD on an annual basis based on the 40th percentile of typical rents in a given region).

These conditions can cause poor families with children to struggle to make ends meet. Many families live doubled-up in crowded conditions without proper lease protections. If the leaseholder decides to move or does not make their rent payments and gets evicted, the family loses their housing.

Families that become homeless do not have a safety net such as savings or family support to help cope with astronomical rental rates if a catastrophic life event such as an unexpected expense, a medical emergency, the loss of a job, domestic violence or divorce occurs.

More than 60 percent of our shelter residents are children under the age of 18. We offer a two-generation approach because homeless children are three to four times more likely to become homeless as adults.

They have higher rates of academic failure, socialization struggles and behavioral issues, as well as health issues including asthma and obesity, than housed children. Only a quarter of homeless students perform at grade level in English and math (Institute for Children, Poverty and Homelessness, 2020).

Homeless children are at higher risk of onset of mental health issues, such as anxiety or depression, than their stably housed peers. (Institute for Children, Poverty and Homelessness, 2024). It is necessary to address these impacts to prevent future homelessness.

Transition House is the only emergency shelter in southern Santa Barbara County that serves families with children exclusively. The need for shelter programs for homeless families is significant. Each year, only one third of the families that join our wait list are able to access shelter due to lack of available bed space.

Over 90% of families served in our shelter are from the Goleta-Santa Barbara-Carpinteria area.

6. Does the program, activity, or event aid in the prevention of future problems or conditions? If One-time or annual community event (concert, creek cleanups, festival, etc.) Youth programs
Senior programs (food/nutrition, education programs, day activities, etc.) Environmental/wildlife/animal welfare programs
Public services for low-income residents/homeless
Educational programs
Arts (music, dance, theater, art)
Economic development
Recreational activities
Other:
yes, please explain.

Our programs aim to break the cycle of generational poverty and homelessness.

Family homelessness is inextricably linked to poverty. Simply put, people don’t become homeless if they can afford housing. While common threads run through virtually all homeless families, each has their own unique set of circumstances, their own distinct set of skills and abilities, and their individual set of barriers to overcome. The result is that family homelessness is an incredibly complex problem.

Our program provides individual solutions designed to address each family’s complex circumstances and build on their own experience, talents and abilities. Families that participate in our program have the freedom to define their own goals. They create plans to return to housing with the support of their case manager, but that plan is personalized so that the family will take ownership for the challenges ahead.

Families complete our program by following their plan which usually includes achievements such as increasing their job skills and education, and therefore their income; learning to manage their money and build a savings safety net; improving their parenting and communication skills; reducing their debt and/or poor credit history; and learning to set long term goals to benefit their family’s future. Success will also include developing resources, life skills, and the confidence to cope with unexpected challenges in the future, with the security of knowing that those challenges will not result in the family losing their housing.

Children at Transition House benefit from our host of children’s programming, including onsite licensed infant care; an evening enrichment program for elementary school-aged children aim at addressing the negative consequences of being homeless; qualified tutors available for one-on-one Homework Help; and a teen program focusing on building positive self-esteem, supporting high school graduation and help applying for college. Our children’s programs aim to give kids a chance to become successful, selfsufficient adults.

7. Does your facility or program have any barriers that would prevent a person with a disability (verbal, visual, physical, cognitive, etc.) from gaining employment, attending meetings, or obtaining services?
If so, what measures do you take to provide persons with disabilities alternative access to your facility or program?
There are no known barriers preventing a person with a disability from either seeking services or finding employment at Transition House, except for staff positions on our maintenance crew that must be able to lift a certain weight and engage in physically taxing tasks. Transition House’s administrative office and our shelter are ADA compliant. The agency is an equal opportunity employer.

All onsite services provide fully bilingual/bicultural staff to accommodate monolingual Spanish speakers.

Case managers have experience working with immigrant families and understand their traditions and priorities. Transition House provides primary documents including program forms, rules, client contracts, and notices in both English and Spanish. Case management staff assist clients with translation needs including negotiations with landlords or filling out forms for accessing other services when forms are provided in English only.

In addition to employing multiple staff with bilingual capabilities in Spanish, we accommodate clients and staff as needed. In the past several years, we have served several families with a deaf head of household who we communicated with via a hired translator who was proficient in sign language. We have also served clients who were primary speakers of other languages such as Russian and Farsi. We have utilized translators through U.C.S.B. to assist with case management functions.

Funding

Please include other grant sources either received or for which you are applying.

Over 90 percent of Transition House’s clients come from south Santa Barbara County. Our population in general is not transient. We rely on support from both the local public and private sectors to provide our services to the community. As roughly one sixth of our clients come from Goleta, we are grateful for the City’s investment in our agency’s work. We believe funding from the City of Goleta leverages contributions across the giving spectrum—local investment is critical. All the funding applications we submit to local foundations and government entities require us to identify our various funding sources—the inclusion of funding from the City of Goleta demonstrates to other funders that a community-wide effort to address the crisis of homelessness is underway.

Transition House’s shelter budget is comprised of 25 percent government funding—of that, two thirds is allocated funding from the City and County of Santa Barbara. An additional 25 percent comes from private local foundations such as the Santa Barbara Foundation, Bower Foundation, the Hutton-Parker Foundation, and others. Finally, 50 percent of our annual budget comes from private donations and corporate contributions received through our fundraising efforts.

9. Are the requested funds necessary or vital in carrying out the program, activity, or event? Please specify how you will make up for any partial funding received from the City of Goleta.

If you are not awarded funding or are awarded partial funding from the City of Goleta, are there other potential funding sources your organization could pursue to ensure the program, activity, or event is successful?
Yes. Transition House is the only emergency shelter for families with children on Santa Barbara’s South Coast. As the need for our services continues to be high, we cannot limit the number of shelter beds we operate--our services are vital to the community. Our board and staff are committed to maintaining our levels of service and therefore will use all means possible to raise our operating budget.

10. Does the program, activity, or event for which you are seeking funding primarily serve those with low-incomes?
If yes, does your organization obtain documentation from clients on their income (e.g. tax returns, pay stubs)?
Yes. Transition House's shelter program serves very low income or no income households. As part of program participation, clients are required to secure or increase employment income, access public entitlements such as social security disability income if eligible, and work on developing household budgets, all in anticipation of returning to rental housing.

To that end, case managers collect pay stubs and evidence of any other income (i.e., child support, TANF, etc.) to assess the financial resources of the household and its ability to pay future rent. Clients in our program are required to submit such documentation to their case manager, and it is through collection of this information that we can determine that all our clientele are very low income.

11. When was your organization last audited? Were there any findings or concerns? If yes, please explain below.

If your organization is not required to have an audit performed, please explain that below.

Our organization was last audited for budget year 2023, which is the calendar year. There were no findings or concerns.

12. How often does your organization's Board of Directors review and approve financial statements?
Quarterly.

13. Is there a fee charged or donation suggested for your services, event, etc? If yes, please include when the last time fee amounts were evaluated and/or updated.

Please attach a copy of the fee schedule in the Documents Tab of this application.

No.

14. Please provide a summary of your organization's financial position (from the most recent fiscal year's financials).
13,663,019 Total Assets ($)

15. Does your organization have any past due obligations with any funding source (e.g. disallowed costs or unearned grants from a previous contract)? If yes, please explain.

In the past 3 years, has your organization had an IRS or State levee? If yes, are you on a repayment schedule? How was the matter resolved? Explain below.

NONE

16. Please list two references who we may contact regarding the proposed program, service, or activity.

Include the reference's name, organization (as appropriate), and a phone number where the reference can be reached.

Lindsey Drewes, City of Santa Barbara, 805 564-5461; Pat Wheatley, Housing Authority of the City of Santa Barbara Board of Commissioners and Transition House past board president, 805 963-5065.

CDBG Eligibility

17. Are you applying for CDBG funding?
To be eligible for CDBG funding, you MUST obtain clients' race and ethnicity, and total family income.

Applicants may access the CDBG guide online at https://www.hudexchange.info/resource/19/basicallycdbg-training-guidebook-and-slides/.

18. Please indicate whether your organization's client intake sheet or process includes obtaining any of the following information. Check all boxes that apply.

19. Please report the number of unduplicated clients your organization served in the following income categories from July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024 (or for calendar year 2024).

20. If your program or activity takes place on school grounds, have you received permission 5,199,672 Total Liabilities ($)
8,463,347 Total Net Assets ($)
13,663,019 TOTAL LIABILITIES AND NET ASSETS ($)
40,989,057.00 TOTAL
Yes
No
Name
Address or City last resided in
Number of family members
Total family (household) income
Race and ethnicity
Proof of age
My organization does not obtain any of the above information from clients 260 Extremely low income (0-30% MFI)
Very low income (30-50% MFI)
Low-moderate income (50-80% MFI)
Above moderate income (Above 80% MFI)
260.00 TOTAL
and approval from the appropriate school?
Please list the name and position of the person from whom permission was obtained. If the program or activity is not on school grounds, please put N/A.

N/A
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Revenue Sources Total Program Revenue
for Current Fiscal Year
Projected Program
Revenue for Next Fiscal
Year
City of Goleta Funds $ 7,000.00 $ 10,000.00
Federal $ 26,770.00 $ 19,000.00
State $ 104,785.00 $ 102,000.00
County $ 70,000.00 $ 90,000.00
Municipal $ 63,871.00 $ 85,000.00
School District
Foundations/Trusts $ 739,455.00 $ 704,204.00
Donations/Fundraising $ 836,717.00 $ 875,708.00
Fees
Other $ 52,072.00 $ 76,255.00
Total $ 1,900,670.00 $ 1,962,167.00
Funding Uses/Expenses Expenditures for Current
Year
Expected Expenditures
for Next Year
Goleta Grant Funds:

Proposed Uses for
Next FY
Salaries, Benefits, Payroll
Taxes $ 1,327,160.00 $ 1,441,667.00 $ 10,000.00
Consultants and Contracts $ 13,736.00 $ 15,515.00
Facility, Rent, Utilities,
Maintenance $ 177,355.00 $ 140,168.00
Supplies $ 78,804.00 $ 79,882.00
Marketing (Printing,
Advertising) $ 60,374.00 $ 44,213.00
Travel, Mileage, Training $ 25,247.00 $ 25,565.00
Printing/Postage $ 6,359.00 $ 6,687.00
Insurance $ 18,888.00 $ 19,932.00
Utilities/Telephone $ 54,209.00 $ 56,031.00
Audit $ 15,602.00 $ 15,640.00
Internet/Web $ 6,645.00 $ 6,617.00
Other $ 116,291.00 $ 110,250.00
Total $ 1,900,670.00 $ 1,962,167.00 $ 10,000.00
Budget Narrative
Funding from the City of Goleta would be used to underwrite the salary of a bilingual case manager who will work with shelter residents to help them increase their income, learn budgeting techniques and other life skills, and look for housing for their families.

Please note that the program and organizational budgets provided on Zoom grants follows the fiscal year July-June as requested. Our internal financials (documents attached) follow the calendar year as that is Transition House's budget year. We have also attached our most recent audited financial statements from 2023.

Application ID: 489641
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Nonprofit Tax Exemption Status IRS Letter
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City of Goleta
2025-2026 Combined CDBG & Goleta City Grant Application Deadline: 1/31/2025
Unity Shoppe, Inc.

Client Services and Job Smart Programs
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$ 10,000.00 Requested
Submitted: 1/29/2025 7:36:04 AM
(Pacific)
Project Contact
Angela Miller Bevan
[email protected]
Tel: 805-965-4122
Additional Contacts
none entered
Unity Shoppe, Inc.
1209 State St
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
United States
CEO/Executive Director
Angela Miller Bevan
[email protected]
Telephone805-965-4122
Fax
Web www.unityshoppe.org
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Organization

1. What is your organization's mission statement?
The core mission of Unity Shoppe is to be a basic support system to clients through dignified means in that the,“Unity Shoppe is dedicated to providing residents impacted by temporary conditions of poverty, natural disaster or health crisis with resources, including groceries, clothing, and other essentials as well as job training, that reinforce human dignity and encourage self-sufficiency and independence.” Program Information

2. Describe the proposed program, activity, or event for which you are asking for funding.

Please share how it will operate (days, hours, eligibility, etc.), how it will be monitored, and the people you intend to serve (target population).

Please be specific about the hours and total days that people will be served by the program and exactly how/for what City of Goleta funds will be used to support the program.

Unity Shoppe is requesting funding to help support two programs that serve Goleta residents: Client Service Center/Unity Delivers and JobSmart, all described below. Each of these programs serves families and individuals living in Goleta.

The Client Service Center including Unity Delivers is a well stocked, well run center serving clients referred from one of the 400 agencies partnered with identifying families, children, adults, single-parent households, and seniors in need of services such as free groceries. Clients shop in a store-like setting for groceries that support a healthy and well-rounded diet, choosing foods, as well as other household necessities, personal care products and clothing. Clients shop twice per month, five days per week, 10am-5pm. Unity Shoppe processes more than 750,000 different food items yearly, and more than 250,000 lbs. of food. Clients not able to come directly to the center such as immunocompromised adults, the disabled, and other homebound adults and families are served by the Unity Delivers program. It serves at-home clients through a custom-selected grocery service delivered directly to a home via a refrigerated vehicle. Demand for services is at its highest.The primary goal of this program is to provide access to healthy, free groceries at least twice per month or via delivery at least every other week. This flexible and responsive design was created to meet needs with the anticipation and preparation that objectives and strategies may need to expand at any point.

Other programs, serving Goleta residents and requesting funding, housed at the downtown Chapala location include JobSmart, which provides young adults, unemployed residents, and individuals living with disabilities occupational training and work experience required to find gainful employment in a competitive job market. Unity Shoppe’s trained staff help volunteers develop and practice basic skills such as customer service, inventory management, and facility maintenance in a functional retail setting.

The current Job Smart program helps people succeed in their job search by providing job seekers with professional interview attire. Partnerships with government agencies, rehabilitation programs, and independent living organizations help identify and recruit the individuals that are in need of this service.

Jobsmart operates Monday – Friday from 10am – 5pm. The program serves youth (14-18 yrs) attending Santa Barbara County School District and also kids from neighboring counties. Youth under 14 yrs need to be chaperoned. The program also serves adults and individuals living with disabilities. All participants are required to complete an online volunteer application. Unity Shoppe uses a volunteer local database to track applications and monitor schedules. This database is also used to communicate with volunteers about additional opportunities, closures (holiday/weather) and birthday acknowledgement.

Reducing the immediate effects of poverty, job loss, and crisis when needed most is very complex, while also being careful not to sacrifice the dignity and self-respect of those served. Operating Unity Shoppe requires substantial financial resources seeking out general operating funds. It is paramount that groceries and other essentials are replenished in order to always have on-hand supplies necessary to serve clients and maintain the many programs in total. Unity Shoppe impacts over 20,000 people annually of which 100 percent are extremely low and low income and continues with the help of strong community support, hope, and the generosity of donors. However, current inventory levels are low, and increased demands and costs have Unity Shoppe feeling the strain to make sure all clients are served adequately.

To consistently provide groceries and other essential services for clients such as job skills to become financially stable, Unity Shoppe is requesting financial support through this grant. Grant money will go directly to general operations for both of these programs as well as making sure current levels of food inventory are always available for clients in need.

3. Please provide the approximate number of Goleta residents your program, activity, or event will serve (or benefit) in the following year if funded.

Please be specific about the number Goleta residents who will be served. If your project serves more than only Goleta residents, please specify that breakdown.

Unity Shoppe tracked clients for 2024 and measured approximately 2.500 Goleta residents being served by their programs.

4. Please check the box(es) that most accurately reflect the program, activity, or event for which you are seeking funding:

5. Does the program, activity, or event satisfy an unmet or under-met need in the community? If yes, please explain.

Hunger knows no boundaries-it touches every community in the U.S., including your own" (feedingamerica.org). Santa Barbara County has the second highest poverty rate (Women's Fund, "The Impact of Poverty on: The Working Poor). Unity shoppe is fighting food insecurity and working to decrease poverty rates providing immediate and temporary relief to those in need so they can focus and rebuild their lives knowing they have healthy resources for their family.

Demand for services has never been higher. In January of 2024, 1,837 clients visited Unity Shoppe, with a grand total distributed cost being $295,511.71 and by the end of the year Unity Shoppe recorded in December 2024, 2,438 client visits with a grand total distributed cost being $387,906.19, a dramatic increase. In addition, a few of Unity Shoppe’s most important and sought after grocery items, eggs, milk and butter, continue to be costly. It is important to Unity Shoppe that they are consistently available, however purchasing these foods consistently has raised expenses for the Unity Shoppe.

Unity Shoppe has been operating in Santa Barbara County for over 100 years and has a proven track record of success with a strong reputation in the community. Unity Shoppe serviced almost 23,190 shopping trips last year - providing food, clothing, and personal care items to financially struggling individuals that could not afford to purchase those critical essentials for themselves. The positive impacts of financial relief in a low-income household are immense. Single-parent households do not have to choose between paying rent or buying food. Senior citizens on fixed incomes can enjoy nutrient dense foods without worrying about their next meal. Families in transitional housing programs can stock their pantries and focus their available resources on full financial recovery. The community thrives when everyone has the resources to meet all of their basic needs.

Staggering increases in basic living expenses coupled with a fluctuating job market has highlighted a critical need for the Unity Shoppe to launch a more comprehensive workforce development program, JobSmart, which aids in the prevention of unemployment. In order to serve the unemployed population of Santa Barbara, Unity Shoppe had to hire more floor staff to work with program participants. The creation of paid internship positions would create an opportunity to train individuals in more advanced business functions such as administration and marketing. Evaluation protocols have been developed in order to measure the success of the program and its participants. Individuals experiencing unemployment for an extended period of time are at higher risk of having mental health issues, have more difficulty finding work than people who are already employed, and are more likely to rely on social service programs to provide financial support services. Unity Shoppe is in a unique position to provide the Santa Barbara community with a full-service workforce development program to assist unemployed residents in finding and keeping jobs. Furthermore, Unity Shoppe has incorporated two certificates (retail and CPR) that can be obtained by JobSmart interns/volunteers when enough hours are accrued. .

The most recent U.S. Census data reports that 15.2% of Santa Barbara County residents - more than 65,000 people - are currently living below the poverty level. Staggering increases in the cost of utilities and housing have stressed household budgets and put the most financially vulnerable populations at risk of food insecurity. Healthy, stable food is a basic need that should be met consistently to ensure a healthy lifestyle which then leads to economic security. In addition, having and practicing job skills to sustain employment also leads to economic stability. It is crucial that Santa Barbara County community members in need of services such as food and personal essentials continue to have a reliable source of nutrition when they do not have the resources to purchase food for themselves. Unity Shoppe is in an extraordinary position to offer immediate and tangible assistance to thousands of financially vulnerable senior citizens, single parent households and individuals with disabilities, specifically clients in Goleta. Unity Shoppe’s Client Service Center gives clients the opportunity to shop in a store-like setting for groceries that support a healthy diet, choosing foods that they know how to cook, as well as other household necessities, personal care products, and clothing. Clients can access shopping privileges twice monthly, five days per week, 10 am-5pm. Unity Shoppe’s clients not able to come directly to the Client Service Center are serviced by Unity Delivers, a custom-selected grocery service delivered directly to a client’s home. And, Unity Shoppe’s Job Smart Program allows clients meaningful participation to give back to their community while also gaining employment ready skills. These two programs directly alleviate future problematic circumstances of economic instability. Having resources and skills to build upon allows people to build a future.

Unity Shoppe has had a huge impact on the Goleta community and Santa Barbara County at large working to combat future problems or conditions. In 2024, Unity Shoppe had 23,190 visits from qualifying clients who were able to shop for fresh food and clothing at no cost when they couldn’t provide nutritious food for themselves and their children. Like in the year prior, typical clients were low-income individuals with families or seniors living on low fixed incomes. The average client income was under $1,500 a month, a salary that covered rent but left little else with which to purchase affordable, nutritious food for themselves and their children, creating food insecurity. The mission of the Unity Shoppe is to be the organization that residents could rely on for critical services to reduce the immediate effects of poverty, job loss, or crisis when they need it most without having to sacrifice their dignity or self-respect.

Unity Shoppe also provided financially vulnerable residents with free resources supporting them in gaining sustainable employment through the Job Smart Program, providing employment readiness services to help clients secure employment. Unity Shoppe’s trained staff helps volunteers develop and practice basic skills such as customer service, inventory management, and facility maintenance in a functional retail setting. Increases in basic living expenses coupled with a fluctuating job market illuminates the need to enhance the current Job Smart Program, making it a more systematic and comprehensive workforce development program and increasing its capacity in general operations. This workforce development program gives low-income individuals the resources they need to actively contribute to the local workforce and provide for themselves and their families long term.

Unity Shoppe measures and evaluates programs through various methods, both quantitatively and qualitatively. Unity Shoppe uses Agiliron (AG) software for Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and Customer Relationship Management (CRM). This cloud-based platform records client visits, tracks inventory, and aggregates statistics for grants and USDA reporting. Evaluating and processing client feedback is ongoing and considered critical to success and the assessment of services. When measuring increased and maintained program quality, the Unity Shoppe employs several data points and measurements to assess performance efficiency and impact. The Unity Shoppe constantly monitors the quality and nutritional value of the food offered. Fresh fruits and vegetables, dairy and protein are consistently sourced and offered to supplement whole grains and other quality food. In addition, a variety and a balance of foods are tracked and offered. All food is labeled and tracked. This allows the Unity Shoppe to monitor what they have and what they need. This is a flexible, responsive and reflective model to best meet needs outlined with the anticipation and preparation for the likelihood that objectives and strategies will need to expand or change at any point going forward.

Verbally, different language interpreters are available and visually, large print is used frequently. Clear communication and feedback is consistently implemented to improve and individualize needs to make programs accessible to all. Unity Shoppe considers its physical spaces making sure they are wheelchair accessible. There are also designated parking and entrances for those with mobility challenges as well as designated "drop-off/temporary parking" for loading groceries. The Unity Shoppe provides easy to understand material and directions as well as extra support and staff for understanding and navigating the services that are offered.

Unity Shoppe is committed to developing and supporting a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community creating access through thoughtful, reflective measures. The organization recognizes that reaching these goals is an ongoing process requiring continued education, organizational reflection and evaluation, personal development, and self-awareness in order to decrease barriers.

Funding

Please include other grant sources either received or for which you are applying.

Unity Shoppe works with over 400 referring agencies that are all non-profits. Other grant sources include Hutton Parker Foundation, The Wood-Claeyssens Foundation, and The Coeta and Donald Barker Foundation.

9. Are the requested funds necessary or vital in carrying out the program, activity, or event? Please specify how you will make up for any partial funding received from the City of Goleta.

If you are not awarded funding or are awarded partial funding from the City of Goleta, are there other potential funding sources your organization could pursue to ensure the program, activity, or event is successful?
The Unity Shoppe is constantly securing and developing relationships and support to continue their mission to sustain financial capabilities in addition to what this Goleta City Grant offers. They continually seek out financial and operational support from the community at large through many avenues such as operational transparency and financial record-keeping, development and grants programs that inspires generosity among current supporters and attracts a broader base of donors, donor cultivations through future tours of the facility and other means of information sharing, and public relations, community outreach for volunteers and food donations. Unity Shoppe procures all foundational and donor potential funding by using a variety of outreach devices including available grant application submissions, one-on-one outreach calls and meetings with select donors, a direct mail and email campaign, Public Service Announcements on KEYT/KCOY, and an updated Unity Shoppe website.

10. Does the program, activity, or event for which you are seeking funding primarily serve those with low-incomes?
If yes, does your organization obtain documentation from clients on their income (e.g. tax returns, pay stubs)?
The clients served by these programs are all low income.The Unity Shoppe partners with over 400 agencies referring and vetting clients.

11. When was your organization last audited? Were there any findings or concerns? If yes, please explain below.

If your organization is not required to have an audit performed, please explain that below.

We have competed our 23/24 Audit with no findings or concerns.

12. How often does your organization's Board of Directors review and approve financial statements?
We have monthly Board meeting and financials are discussed and approved.

13. Is there a fee charged or donation suggested for your services, event, etc? If yes, please include when the last time fee amounts were evaluated and/or updated.

Please attach a copy of the fee schedule in the Documents Tab of this application.

No.

14. Please provide a summary of your organization's financial position (from the most recent fiscal year's financials).

15. Does your organization have any past due obligations with any funding source (e.g. disallowed costs or unearned grants from a previous contract)? If yes, please explain.

In the past 3 years, has your organization had an IRS or State levee? If yes, are you on a repayment schedule? How was the matter resolved? Explain below.

No.

16. Please list two references who we may contact regarding the proposed program, service, or activity.

Include the reference's name, organization (as appropriate), and a phone number where the reference can be reached.

Tina Ballue, Domestic Violence, 805.963.4458
Jamie Diggs, Foodbank of Santa Barbara, Desk 805-357-5733 // Cell 805-698-3255 CDBG Eligibility

17. Are you applying for CDBG funding?
To be eligible for CDBG funding, you MUST obtain clients' race and ethnicity, and total family income.

Applicants may access the CDBG guide online at https://www.hudexchange.info/resource/19/basicallycdbg-training-guidebook-and-slides/.

18. Please indicate whether your organization's client intake sheet or process includes obtaining any of the following information. Check all boxes that apply. 13,344,996 Total Assets ($)
2,833,185 Total Liabilities ($)
10,511,811 Total Net Assets ($)
13,344,996 TOTAL LIABILITIES AND NET ASSETS ($)
40,034,988.00 TOTAL
Yes
No
Name
Address or City last resided in
Number of family members
Total family (household) income
Race and ethnicity
Proof of age
My organization does not obtain any of the above information from clients

19. Please report the number of unduplicated clients your organization served in the following income categories from July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024 (or for calendar year 2024).

20. If your program or activity takes place on school grounds, have you received permission and approval from the appropriate school?
Please list the name and position of the person from whom permission was obtained. If the program or activity is not on school grounds, please put N/A.
n/a
100 Extremely low income (0-30% MFI)
Very low income (30-50% MFI)
Low-moderate income (50-80% MFI)
Above moderate income (Above 80% MFI)
100.00 TOTAL
Budget top
Revenue Sources Total Program Revenue
for Current Fiscal Year
Projected Program
Revenue for Next Fiscal
Year
City of Goleta Funds $ 3,000.00 $ 10,000.00
Federal
State
County
Municipal
School District
Foundations/Trusts $ 445,000.00 $ 445,000.00
Donations/Fundraising $ 901,000.00 $ 901,000.00
Fees
Other $ 962,000.00 $ 963,000.00
Total $ 2,311,000.00 $ 2,319,000.00
Funding Uses/Expenses Expenditures for Current
Year
Expected Expenditures
for Next Year
Goleta Grant Funds:

Proposed Uses for
Next FY
Salaries, Benefits, Payroll
Taxes $ 1,490,013.00 $ 1,500,000.00 $ 2,500.00
Consultants and Contracts $ 50,400.00 $ 51,000.00
Facility, Rent, Utilities,
Maintenance $ 33,681.00 $ 35,000.00
Supplies $ 7,500.00
Marketing (Printing,
Advertising) $ 56,100.00 $ 57,000.00
Travel, Mileage, Training $ 2,500.00 $ 3,000.00
Equipment
(Rental/Maintenance) $ 0.00 $ 0.00
Insurance $ 60,000.00 $ 65,000.00
Other $ 592,856.00 $ 600,000.00
Total $ 2,285,550.00 $ 2,311,000.00 $ 10,000.00
Application ID: 489271
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Nonprofit Tax Exemption Status IRS Letter
List of Board Members Board Member Roster
Financial statements from the most recently
completed fiscal or calendar year
Calendar Year Financials
Fiscal Financials
Organizational Budget budget
Organizational Chart
Supplemental or Additional Information
Attachment 2
Goleta City Grants Summary Spreadsheet

Name of Organization Project/Program FY 24-25 Grant Award FY 25-26 Grant Request
1 Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks (BPOE) Lodge #613, Santa Barbara Culturally-relevant Library Books for the Goleta Union Elementary School District (GUSD) DNA $ 10,000.00 2 Eric Brody Community Sign Language Class $ 1,375.00 $ 5,000.00 3 Gateway Educational Services Educational Support for Latinx Students in Goleta $ 4,000.00 $ 10,000.00 4 Grace Fisher Foundation Disability Awareness Field Trips $ 2,000.00 $ 7,650.00 5 Isla Vista Elementary School Parent-Teacher Association (IV PTA) Jog A Thon for Science Camp $ 750.00 $ 2,000.00 6 La Patera School PTA La Patera Elementary School Jog-a-thon $ 750.00 $ 2,000.00 7 Santa Barbara Education Foundation Innovate DP DNA $ 10,000.00 8 Youth Innovation Club Inc. High Impact Tutoring DNA $ 10,000.00 9 Fire Services Training Institute FSTI LISTOS/ FSTI DNA $ 10,000.00 10 Santa Barbara Education Foundation Computers for Families DNA $ 3,500.00 Amount Requested $ 70,150.00
Amount Granted
Name of Organization Project/Program FY 24-25 Grant Award FY 25-26 Grant Request
11 Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks (BPOE) Lodge #613, Santa Barbara Supplies for Culturally-relevant Art Projects that Support the Goleta Union Elementary School Districts Literacy Efforts DNA $ 10,000.00 12 Boxtales Theatre Company Boxtales Assemblies for Goleta Schools $ 3,600.00 $ 5,000.00 13 Creative Netwerk Creative Netwerk's Hip-Hop and Street Dance and DJ Programming $ 2,000.00 $ 10,000.00 14 Dos Pueblos Band Boosters Dos Pueblos Instrumental Music Program Band Boosters $ 1,500.00 $ 4,000.00 15 Nomad Tango Tango Goes to Goleta! $ 750.00 $ 3,000.00 16 Santa Barbara Channelkeeper What the Channel Means to Me Art Show $ 1,500.00 $ 1,500.00 17 Santa Barbara Dance Institute Summer Dance Camp, Early Child Education, Pro Development, and Senior Dance Programs $ 4,000.00 $ 10,000.00 18 Santa Barbara Strings Santa Barbara Strings General Operations/Scholarship Fund Request $ 3,000.00 $ 10,000.00 19 Santa Barbara Symphony Orchestra Association Music Education Programs for Goleta Youth $ 4,000.00 $ 10,000.00 20 The Brazilian Cultural Arts Center of Santa Barbara Community Cultural Nights $ 4,350.00 $ 10,000.00 21 Santa Barbara County Genealogical Society Santa Barbara County Hispanic Family Histories, 1850-1970 DNA $ 9,550.00 Amount Requested $ 83,050.00
Amount Granted
Name of Organization Project/Program FY 24-25 Grant Award FY 25-26 Grant Request
22 Apples to Zucchini Cooking School Afterschool Cooking Classes DNA $ 10,000.00 23 Devereux Advanced Behaviroal Health, California Devereux CA Greenhouse Safe Access Project $ 2,000.00 $ 10,000.00 24 Food From The Heart General Operating Support $ 8,000.00 $ 10,000.00 25 SYV Fruit & Vegetable Rescue Nourishing Food Insecure Goleta Residents DNA $ 7,500.00 26 Foodbank of Santa Barbara County Nutritional Security for the City of Goleta $ 3,000.00 $ 3,750.00 27 Organic Soup Kitchen Basic Needs: Nutrition and Food Security DNA $ 10,000.00 55 Fairview Gardens Engaging the Goleta Community in On-Farm Meeting DNA $ 10,000.00 56 Fairview Gardens Hosing Design Charettes for the Community Gardens DNA $ 10,000.00 57 Fairview Gardens Advancing Local Partnerships for Designing and Implementing Educational Opps DNA $ 10,000.00 58 Fairview Gardens Re-designing Farm for Dry-Farming Model DNA $ 10,000.00 59 Fairview Gardens Food for Thought Community Series DNA $ 10,000.00 Amount Requested $ 101,250.00
Amount Granted
Name of Organization Project/Program FY 24-25 Grant Award FY 25-26 Grant Request
28 Easy Lift Transportation Dial-A-Ride Program $ 7,500.00 $ 10,000.00 29 VNA Health VNA Health Senior Subsidized & Charity Care DNA $ 10,000.00 30 Center for Successful Aging General Operating Support $ 5,500.00 $ 8,000.00 31 Family Service Agency of Santa Barbara County Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program $ 7,500.00 $ 10,000.00 Amount Requested $ 38,000.00
Amount Granted
Name of Organization Project/Program FY 24-25 Grant Award FY 25-26 Grant Request
32 AHA! Social Emotional Learning for Teens, Educators and Parents $ 2,975.00 $ 10,000.00 33 Children's Creative Project Kids at the Bowl $ 2,000.00 $ 10,000.00 34 Dos Pueblos High School Parent Teacher Student Association (PTSA) After Prom $ 1,925.00 $ 5,000.00 35 Future Leaders of America Future Leaders Youth Leadership and Education $ 2,350.00 $ 10,000.00 36 Healing Justice SB Black Student Alliance $ 2,500.00 $ 10,000.00 37 Make-A-Wish Foundation of Central Coast And Southern Central Valley Project Hope & Healing $ 750.00 $ 5,000.00 38 Mental Health Association of Santa Barbara County (DBA Mental Wellness Center) Mental Health Matters - Youth Mental Health Education $ 3,400.00 $ 5,000.00 39 Octobots Robotics Octobots $ 2,475.00 $ 10,000.00
40 PeerBuddies, LLC PeerBuddies Social Skills Programming for Goleta Youth and Volunteers DNA $ 10,000.00 41 Safety Town of Santa Barbara County Safety Town of Santa Barbara County $ 2,550.00 $ 7,500.00 42 San Marcos High School Royal Pride Foundation AVID Students College Visits DNA $ 10,000.00 43 Santa Barbara Partners in Education Job Readiness Training and Paid Internships $ 4,250.00 $ 7,000.00 44 United Boys & Girls Clubs of Santa Barbara County United Boys & Girls Clubs, Goleta Club $ 6,000.00 $ 10,000.00 45 Channel Islands YMCA After School Programs $ 4,000.00 $ 10,000.00 Amount Requested $ 119,500.00
Amount Granted
Name of Organization Project/Program FY 24-25 Grant Award FY 25-26 Grant Request
46 Institute for American Research South Coast Railroad Museum Solar Panels DNA $ 10,000.00 47 Isla Vista Youth Projects, Inc. dba LEAP Goleta City Grant - Diaper Bank $ 7,000.00 $ 10,000.00 48 Postpartum Education for Parents Postpartum Education for Parents DNA $ 10,000.00 49 San Marcos Parent Child Workshop Heat Pump / AC for Preschool $ 2,000.00 $ 10,000.00 50 Standing Together to End Sexual Assault Standing Together to End Sexual Assault DNA $ 10,000.00 51 Main-Begg Farmhouse ADA Improvement Project $ 5,000.00 $ 10,000.00 52 Santa Barbara Alternative to Violence Project Community Intervention Program DNA $ 10,000.00 53 Hospice of Santa Barbara Support for Goleta Patients with a Life-Threatening Illness $ 7,000.00 $ 10,000.00 54 Mosaic Therapy Collective Therapy for Disadvantage Populations $ 3,000.00 $ 10,000.00 Amount Requested $ 90,000.00
Amount Granted
Total Amount Requested $ 501,950.00

MISCELLANEOUS PROGRAMS APPLICATIONS

EDUCATIONAL APPLICATIONS

THE ARTS (DANCE, MUSIC, ART, THEATER) APPLICATIONS

FOOD/NUTRITION APPLICATIONS

SENIOR PROGRAMS APPLICATIONS

YOUTH SERVICES/PROGRAMS APPLICATIONS
Name of Organization Project/Program FY 24-25 Grant
Award
FY 25-26 Grant
Request
FY 25-26 City Grant
Recommendation Average
1 Mother's Helpers Inc Essential Baby Items for Low-Income Mothers DNA $ 10,000.00 2 Showers of Blessing Mobile Showers $ 7,000.00 $ 10,000.00 3 Surgical Eye Expeditions (SEE International) SEE Vision Care (SVC) Vision care services for Goleta residents DNA $ 10,000.00 4 St. Vincent's Institution Low Income Family Strengthening Program $ 5,000.00 $ 10,000.00 5 St. Vincent's Institution Fr. Virgil Cordano Center Services for Homeless $ - $ 10,000.00 6 Transition House Shelter and Services for Homeless Families $ 7,000.00 $ 10,000.00 7 Unity Shoppe, Inc. Client Services and Job Smart Programs for Low Income $ 3,000.00 $ 10,000.00 8 NBCC, dba New Beginnings Safe Parking Shelter and Rapid Rehousing Program $ 14,645.90 $ 10,000.00 9 Home Sweet Home Senior Veteran Housing DNA $ 10,000.00 $ - Amount Requested $ 90,000.00 $ - $ - $ -
Amount Granted $ -

HOMELESS APPLICATIONS

Homelessness Issues CommitteeApril 3, 2025

Homelessness Issues Committee
April 3, 2025