Form 990 for tax year 2023

Totals

Total revenue

$351,555

Total expenses

$404,430

Contributions and grants received

$351,555

Grants paid

$137,261

Program service revenue

$0

Investment income

$0

Other revenue

$0

Total assets, end of year

$125,521

Total liabilities, end of year

$0

Net assets or fund balances, end of year

$125,521

Program services expenses (Part IX)

$306,953

Management and general expenses

$74,452

Fundraising expenses

$23,025

Program service expenses (Part III)

$306,953

Program services were 75.9% of total expenses calculated — Part IX's program-services column over total expenses, both as filed.

Line items

Every line the filer filed in Parts VIII, IX and X, as filed and in filed order. Blank columns are left out, and the lines are not forced to add up to the totals above.

Mission and programs · 2023

• This organization emerged from a profound need, a response to the cries of a community grappling with adversity. It was born from the vision of individuals who witnessed firsthand the pain and the potential within the Russell neighborhood, a historically African American community that has endured systemic challenges. The Joshua Community Connectors focus their efforts on young adults, a demographic often caught in the crossfire of these intersecting issues. They understand that these challenges are interconnected; that untreated mental health issues can exacerbate the risk of violence, that racial injustice creates barriers to opportunity and fuels despair. The Connectors. The core of the organization is its team of "Connectors." These are not just case managers or social workers; they are trusted allies, mentors, and advocates. Many of them have lived experiences that mirror those of the individuals they serve, giving them a unique ability to build rapport and understanding. Here's how they work. Meeting People Where They Are. The Connectors go into the community, building relationships with young adults, listening to their stories, and identifying their needs. They work in community centers, on the streets, and even within the justice system. Breaking Down Barriers: They help individuals navigate the complex systems that can often be obstacles rather than pathways to support. This includes finding stable housing, securing employment, accessing mental health services, and pursuing educational opportunities. Healing the Trauma: Recognizing the deep trauma that many in the community carry, the Connectors facilitate access to culturally competent mental health care. They understand that healing from trauma is essential to breaking cycles of violence and despair. Empowering Voices. The Connectors empower young adults to become agents of change in their own lives and in their community. They provide leadership development, conflict resolution skills, and opportunities for civic engagement. Building Bridges. They foster dialogue and understanding across racial divides, working to dismantle the systems of injustice that perpetuate inequality.

  Expenses $306,953 · Revenue $349,500

As filed on the 2023 return.

Listed in Part VII

Compensation is as filed in Part VII: reportable pay from this organization and from related organizations, other compensation, and hours per week. The total, marked calculated, is our sum of the three dollar columns, with a blank column counted as $0; the form itself has no total. On a Form 990-EZ the columns are Part IV's instead, and on a Form 990-PF Part VIII's — compensation, contributions to benefit plans, and expense account — and the total sums those.

Grants on this return

No itemized grants to organizations on this return.

Provenance

Return type

form_990

Tax year

2023

Filed

15 April 2025

IRS schema version

2023v6.0

Source object

202521139349300412

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