2019 ANNUAL REPORT A YEAR OF IMPACT

HOMES FOR THE BRAVE Applied Behavioral Rehabilitation Institute, Inc.

(203) 338-0669 I HomesForTheBrave.org I 655 Park Ave, Bridgeport, CT 06604 OUR MISSION

With an emphasis on Veterans, we provide the housing and services necessary to help homeless individuals return to a productive and meaningful life.

OUR VISION STATEMENT

Our vision is to provide a model to enable homeless men, women and their families, especially those who On January 6, Governor Ned Lamont, Senator Richard Blumenthal, have served our country, to attain safe, affordable Bridgeport Mayor Joseph Ganim, and Lt. Governor Susan Bysiewicz housing, meaningful life activity and a livable income visited Homes for the Brave. so that they may return to a productive and meaningful life.

OUR VALUES

We believe: 1. It is essential to serve others with honesty, integrity, empathy, and patience; 2. Every individual deserves to be treated with respect and dignity; 3. By providing a non-judgmental environment and access to a comprehensive array of services, we demonstrate our commitment to putting those we serve fi rst; 4. Hard work and responsibility lead to independence; and 5. Innovation is essential to developing creative Members of our Board of Directors joined in on an ice cream social, solutions that are responsive to the evolving serving our residents during the hot and humid summer. needs of our residents.

IMPACT IN THE COMMUNITY

HOURS 19,097 of computer 51 MEALS NIGHTS education served of safe JOB shelter 413 placements 14,918 BOARD OF DIRECTORS Dear Friends:

Robert Kozlowsky - Chairman When we look back on last year, we refl ect on a period of tremendous Johnny Vazzano - Vice Chairman progress that you helped us create, James Cannon (Navy Veteran) - Treasurer despite signifi cant obstacles. Matthew Frankel - Secretary Rose Ogrinc - Immediate Past Chair We are grateful to you, our generous donors, and our dedicated Board of Directors, along with our Randy Abrams (Army Veteran) exceptional staff. Together, we Bernadette Baldino are forever indebted to the male and female Veterans that we are Vinny Bartoli privileged to serve. Anthony Cinquanta (Army Veteran) Col. Adele Hodges (Marine Corps Veteran) Financial challenges have been prevalent. Since 2016, the Ernest Johnson III (Army Veteran) proportion of our revenues that come from the federal or state government has gone from 74% to 49%. At the same time, Michael LaVelle (Marine Corps Veteran) revenues from outreach via fundraising and grants have gone Dee Troth Lippman (Army Veteran) from 19% in 2016 to over 40% in 2019. Still, we have expanded Paul Mayer (Air Force Veteran) our offerings to the homeless Veterans that need our services. We have added mental health treatment for the male and Phillip Modesti (Marine Corps Veteran) female Veterans that reside with us as well as for those that Eric Parker visit our walk-in, drop-in Veterans Service Center. Our Homes Juliet Taylor (Army Veteran) for the Brave Veterans Service Center now includes computer classes, job prep workshops, therapy dog visits, a Friday James Boland (Marine Corps Veteran) afternoon movie, and offi ce hours by Veterans Case Managers Emeritus Board Member for each of our federal legislators. Please enjoy this Annual Report. Recognize the enhancements we have made in service to our Veterans that we can only ADVISORY COMMITTEE do with your help. As we face another signifi cant projected operating defi cit this year, your continued support through a Michael Dolan tax-deductible contribution online, in the enclosed envelope Matthew P. Gachi (Navy Veteran) or by participating in our fundraising events is vital to our success. We hope this inspires you to increase your level of Kaitlyn Genovese involvement. Finally, if you have not visited Homes for the James Lee (Army Veteran) Brave recently, we welcome you to do so in order to get a fi rst- Denise Walsh hand look at the work your donation supports. Greg Wertz Very Truly Yours, STAFF Robert Kozlowsky Vincent Santilli Vincent Santilli, CEO & Executive Director Chairman, Board of Directors Chief Executive Offi cer Maria Satterwhite-Porpora, COO Dr. Stephanie Lynam, Chief Clinical Offi cer PROPORTION OF OPERATING REVENUE GENERATED Sarah McDonald, Clinical Director FROM PUBLIC & PRIVATE FUNDING SOURCES

FEDERAL & STATE FUNDING HFTB FUNDRAISING & OUTREACH Ed Bellows Milton Griffi n 75 74% Tanesha Benjamin Elizabeth Gorenbergh Milagros Betances Lawrence Kimpson Elaine Brown Ed Martinez 50 Nancy Carrion Linda McDonough 49% Ricky Dennis Jacqueline Moffatt 40% Romano Dickey Sarah Pearson 25 Shonsai Dickson Blair Ribiero Alexandra Discepoto Kim Tzovarras 19% Shawn Grady 0 2016 2019 2016 2019 APPLIED BEHAVIORAL REHABILITATION INSTITUTE, INC.

Applied Behavioral Rehabilitation Institute, Inc. (ABRI), doing business as Homes for the Brave, is a 501(c)(3) nonprofi t agency based in Bridgeport, Connecticut. Our staff works with each individual we serve to help secure income through employment and/or benefi ts, fi nd safe and affordable housing, and make meaningful contributions to the community. To date, we have served over 1,300 individuals.

Homes for the Brave (HFTB), Waldorf House provides Female Soldiers: Forgotten opened in 2002, provides 42 permanent supportive housing Heroes (FS:FH) at the PFC beds of transitional living for with case management Nicholas A. Maderas Home, homeless Veterans and non- services for 9 formerly opened in 2011, provides Veteran men with 37 spaces homeless Veterans and non- transitional housing for up designated for Veterans. It is Veterans who are independent. to 14 female Veterans and the largest program of its kind Residents pay 27% of their their young children. It is Connecticut’s fi rst and only in the state of Connecticut. gross income for rent, including program exclusively for this utilities. population.

SERVING THOSE WHO SERVED

“I didn’t expect much of anything,” Mike, a larger Through hard work and perseverance, today Mike than life man with a gentle voice, explained his fi rst has his own apartment and works as a cook for area impressions of Homes for the Brave. “It was another restaurants. He credits HFTB for providing him with program in a long line of programs.” the tools to succeed.

Like many HFTB residents, Mike had been Now he lights the way for others following in his incarcerated. After spending over a decade in prison, footsteps. At a recent holiday celebration, he manned he struggled to connect to the community. However, the grill at HFTB, smiling and chatting with other HFTB had the resources tailored to fi t the needs of Veterans. “I’ve found a community here,” Mike said. Veterans like himself, and here he found a fresh start. “Being able to help gives me a sense of purpose like the Marines did. I’ve found a new mission.” In the initial weeks, he struggled as he faced one set back after another, such as a rejection for housing and having diffi culty fi nding employment. Unable to see the light at the end of the tunnel, Mike often felt like quitting.

“My case manager wouldn’t give up on me,” he said, thankfully. Things turned around for him when he passed a required computer class. With a renewed sense of accomplishment and the knowledge that HFTB’s staff was in his corner, Mike and his case manager developed a plan for progress toward his dream of owning a restaurant. Mike The Homes for the Brave Veterans Service Center opened in 2010. It caters to Veterans experiencing housing instability or at risk of becoming homeless. Individuals can seek help with immediate basic needs. Staff will also make referrals to housing, vocational assistance, and other supportive services. Each month offerings include life skills workshops, computer classes, meetings with federal legislative staffers, and therapy dog visits.

The Homes for the Brave Training for Success Vocational & Educational Program offers employment services. It is open to residents and visiting Service Center guests. Staff work one-on-one with clients providing assistance with resume writing, job searches, and interview preparation. Vocational staff connect Veterans with available education benefi ts and assist them in obtaining training they may need for employment. HFTB’s vocational program also offers computer skills classes to all Veterans.

Many of the Veterans we serve are ineligible for clinical services at the VA. Others fi nd it diffi cult to travel on a regular basis to the medical campuses in West Haven or Newington. In January 2019, we launched the Homes for the Brave Clinical Program. This program addresses the gap in services for mental health and substance abuse needs of homeless Veterans. Clinical programming includes access to recovery-oriented therapy.

OUR 50% 147% RESULTS AVG. INCOME EMPLOYMENT INCREASE INCREASE

SERVING THOSE WHO SERVED

Christine followed in her With our Vocational team’s help, brothers’ footsteps and joined she enrolled at Housatonic the Army to fi nd direction. After Community College and earned her discharge she had limited an Associate’s Degree in Human options, and ultimately arrived on Services, and then went on to FS:FH’s doorstep. earn a Bachelor’s Degree in Public Health from Southern Connecticut Her past trauma weighed heavily State University. Juggling school on her, and the transition to living and a full time job wasn’t always at FS:FH did not come easily. easy, but she was encouraged by Personality confl icts arose with FS:FH staff. “Everyone committed other residents and Christine to my success. Their faith gave wondered if this was the place Christine me confi dence.” for her. “I did not handle the politics of communal living well,” she said. With the help of her case After experiencing the life-changing impact case manager and weekly Life Skills workshops, Christine managers can have fi rst-hand, Christine decided to strengthened her interpersonal skills. pursue a career in social work, and is ready to help others who are facing diffi cult journeys of their own. As the women shared histories of mental health “We all connected by a common thread, despite being disorders, military sexual trauma, and substance on different paths. I want to help others fi nd that abuse with one another, Christine began to open thread.” up. She realized they had more in common than she originally believed. Christine drew strength from her fellow female Veterans. Through the process, she recognized that she had a new mission: empowering others. SUPPORT AND REVENUE FY19 In-Kind Donations 9.3% Other Federal Grants $848,444 Revenue State Grants $146,439 4.9% Special Events $279,297 Contributes & Small Grants $441,365 State & Client Fees $64,017 Federal Grants 49.7% Other Income $34,450

In-Kind Revenue $187,049 Fundraising & Outreach Total Revenue $2,001,061 36% Fundraising Expenses EXPENSES FY19 6.1%

Program & Services $1,566,304 Management & Management & General $409,062 General 19.5% Fundraising Expenses $127,630 Total Expenses $2,092,996

Programs & Services WHO WE SERVE 74.5%

Total number served: 185 (includes children) Out of the 185 individuals served this year, 131 were discharged and 53 remained in the three housing programs beyond June 30, 2019.

GENDER 94% TRANSITIONAL HOUSING ARE VETERANS

RACE/ 145 121 AGES days days ETHNICITY AVG. LENGTH AVG. LENGTH 7% Other 80% 20% OF STAY FOR OF STAY FOR 31% 8% Hispanic 60+ WOMEN MEN

44% Black WE ARE ENDEAVORING TO SERVE MORE MEN AND 43% WOMEN WITH COMPLEX NEEDS. 46-59 63% 72% 51% RESIDENTS WITH RESIDENTS WITH RESIDENTS WITH 14% 36-45 41% SUBSTANCE USE MENTAL ILLNESS CHRONIC MEDICAL White (Non-Hispanic) DISORDERS CONDITIONS 11% 26-35 THANK YOU FOR JOINING OUR TEAM

Now more than ever, YOU are helping us to change lives. We could not continue to expand our programs and offer high quality care without YOUR extraordinary support. We are grateful for your participation throughout the year at the events below.

4th Annual Step Up for the Brave 3rd Annual Mini Golf Tournament Bingo for the Brave (NEW!) 3rd Annual Comedy Night Annual Meeting (NEW!) 15th Annual Golf Classic

Forgotten Heroes Golf Classic by Kathy Piro Homerun for Heroes by Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin Company AT&T Vets 3 Miler by AT&T Forest to Shore Pub Crawl by Pat Matto Park City Classic Road Race by MS Running Productions Sword and Shield Golf Classic by the Knights of Columbus Charity Golf Tournament by Belfor Property Restoration

VOLUNTEER PROFILE SAVE THE DATE Every Tuesday evening you can find John Coleman in HFTB’s Computer Lab, working one-on-one with residents, helping them with their technology Bingo for the Brave: January 23, 2020 questions. He has shared this weekly gift of time Comedy Night: March 6, 2020 and skills since January 2017. When he saw that Golf Classic: May 18, 2020 our HVAC system was beyond repair, he organized Rotary Clubs throughout Connecticut to participate in a district- Bingo for the Brave: July 17, 2020 wide grant, helping to defray a portion of the $92,000 replacement Step Up for the Brave: September 2020 cost. We are extremely grateful for John’s support. Mini-Golf: November 2020 We gratefully acknowledge the generous support of donors who have contributed to ABRI’s mission from July 1, 2018 through June 30, 2019.

These contributions support housing operations, health and human services, and vocational and life skills training at three unique facilities. Our programs provide the foundation to help individuals achieve their goals. Generous support creates positive change and inspires our residents to begin their life-transforming journey. $20,000 & Over $1,000 - $2,499 Newtown Savings Bank Knights of Columbus Msgr. Frontier Communications Anonymous Catherine Abercrombie Krishna Nirmel William J. Blake Assembly Gateway Community Bearingstar Insurance Randall and Wynne Abrams Lawrence and Diana #118 Services Fund Friends Fiduciary AFSCME Council 4 Osborne Barbara Kristiansen Salvatore Gilbertie Corporation American Legion Anderson Prudential Steven Krush Randy and Cynthia Goldrick HonorBound Foundation Dunn-Kochiss, CT Post #42 PSEG Michael and Deborah Breanna Joy Hayes Klein Family Foundation Inc. American Legion James B. 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