SafeHouse Outreach Inc. 
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Summary
Breaking the cycle of poverty by giving a hand-up and not just a hand-out, SafeHouse Outreach (SHO) is a nonprofit organization that aims to transition people from homelessness to a point of stability and independent living.
SHO provides practical, emotional, and physical assistance and support for the in-need and at-risk, and helps integrate them back into society through time-tested programs. This is made possible by selfless, generous, and loving SHO staff, volunteers and friends.
Recognized by mayors, governors, and the President of the United States, the SafeHouse Outreach offers a hand-up and not just a hand-out, and is active in finding a solution for those in crisis. Nationally and internationally, the SHO is sought-after to replicate their efforts in other communities.
Contact information
Mailing address:
SafeHouse Outreach Inc.
89 Ellis Street NE
Atlanta, GA 30303-2402
Website: www.safehouseoutreach.org
Phone: 404-523-2221
Email: safehouse@safehouseoutreach.org
Organization details
EIN: 582130936
CEO/President: Mr. Josh Bray
Chairman: Edwin Turnipseed
Board size: 12
Founder: Mr. Philip Bray
Ruling year: 1982
Tax deductible: Yes
Fiscal year end: 12/31
Member of ECFA: Yes
Member of ECFA since: 2019
Purpose
SHO's vision is to be the premier service provider sought after by those on the streets of Atlanta and the paramount training facility for those who desire to effect change in the hearts of those who are hurting.
We serve our neighbors through time-tested programs. These programs are made possible by our dedicated staff, loving volunteers, and generous friends. The SafeHouse Outreach, based out of our 89 Ellis Street location, is responsible for all programs and service actions for those experiencing homelessness.
Our goal is to address barriers that individuals experience when facing homelessness. The department is divided into four programs: IMPACT, Atlanta Guardian, Problems Solvers, and the Career Development Program.
Mission statement
SafeHouse Outreach's mission is to restore lives through faith, love, and compassionate service.
Statement of faith
Donor confidence score
Transparency grade
A
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Financial efficiency ratings
Sector: Community Development
| Category | Rating | Overall rank | Sector rank |
| Overall efficiency rating | | 739 of 1022 | 46 of 76 |
| Fund acquisition rating | | 863 of 1024 | 63 of 76 |
| Resource allocation rating | | 842 of 1024 | 59 of 76 |
| Asset utilization rating | | 201 of 1022 | 12 of 76 |
Financial ratios
| Funding ratios | Sector median | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 |
Return on fundraising efforts Return on fundraising efforts = Fundraising expense / Total contributions | 9% | 14% | 16% | 12% | 19% | 10% |
Fundraising cost ratio Fundraising cost ratio = Fundraising expense / Total revenue | 6% | 12% | 15% | 10% | 17% | 12% |
Contributions reliance Contributions reliance = Total contributions / Total revenue | 78% | 90% | 91% | 81% | 92% | 121% |
Fundraising expense ratio Fundraising expense ratio = Fundraising expense / Total expenses | 6% | 14% | 12% | 11% | 17% | 9% |
Other revenue reliance Other revenue reliance = Total other revenue / Total revenue | 22% | 10% | 9% | 19% | 8% | -21% |
| Operating ratios | Sector median | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 |
Program expense ratio Program expense ratio = Program services / Total expenses | 79% | 73% | 74% | 75% | 70% | 79% |
Spending ratio Spending ratio = Total expenses / Total revenue | 92% | 86% | 121% | 90% | 100% | 122% |
Program output ratio Program output ratio = Program services / Total revenue | 73% | 63% | 89% | 68% | 70% | 97% |
Savings ratio Savings ratio = Surplus (deficit) / Total revenue | 8% | 14% | -21% | 10% | 0% | -22% |
Reserve accumulation rate Reserve accumulation rate = Surplus (deficit) / Net assets | 10% | 59% | -158% | 33% | 1% | -66% |
General and admin ratio General and admin ratio = Management and general expense / Total expenses | 12% | 13% | 14% | 14% | 13% | 11% |
| Investing ratios | Sector median | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 |
Total asset turnover Total asset turnover = Total expenses / Total assets | 0.81 | 1.19 | 1.40 | 1.00 | 0.93 | 0.92 |
Degree of long-term investment Degree of long-term investment = Total assets / Total current assets | 2.04 | 2.92 | 4.83 | 2.75 | 3.43 | 3.64 |
Current asset turnover Current asset turnover = Total expenses / Total current assets | 1.73 | 3.49 | 6.74 | 2.75 | 3.18 | 3.35 |
| Liquidity ratios | Sector median | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 |
Current ratio Current ratio = Total current assets / Total current liabilities | 11.12 | 13.47 | 2.52 | 19.79 | 49.98 | 28.39 |
Current liabilities ratio Current liabilities ratio = Total current liabilities / Total current assets | 0.08 | 0.07 | 0.40 | 0.05 | 0.02 | 0.04 |
Liquid reserve level Liquid reserve level = (Total current assets - Total current liabilities) / (Total expenses / 12) | 5.93 | 3.18 | 1.07 | 4.14 | 3.70 | 3.46 |
| Solvency ratios | Sector median | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 |
Liabilities ratio Liabilities ratio = Total liabilities / Total assets | 12% | 67% | 85% | 67% | 76% | 74% |
Debt ratio Debt ratio = Debt / Total assets | 3% | 65% | 76% | 65% | 68% | 73% |
Reserve coverage ratio Reserve coverage ratio = Net assets / Total expenses | 97% | 28% | 11% | 33% | 26% | 28% |
Financials
| Balance sheet | |||||
| Assets | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 |
| Cash | $300,475 | $163,169 | $323,752 | $266,717 | $267,194 |
| Receivables, inventories, prepaids | $39,381 | $15,875 | $57,756 | $37,307 | $2,645 |
| Short-term investments | $211 | $172 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Other current assets | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Total current assets | $340,067 | $179,216 | $381,508 | $304,024 | $269,839 |
| Long-term investments | $0 | $0 | $9,355 | $0 | $0 |
| Fixed assets | $653,520 | $686,467 | $658,014 | $738,476 | $713,429 |
| Other long-term assets | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Total long-term assets | $653,520 | $686,467 | $667,369 | $738,476 | $713,429 |
| Total assets | $993,587 | $865,683 | $1,048,877 | $1,042,500 | $983,268 |
| Liabilities | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 |
| Payables and accrued expenses | $25,246 | $67,912 | $15,281 | $6,083 | $9,504 |
| Other current liabilities | $0 | $3,200 | $4,000 | $0 | $0 |
| Total current liabilities | $25,246 | $71,112 | $19,281 | $6,083 | $9,504 |
| Debt | $641,943 | $660,789 | $685,058 | $707,829 | $722,441 |
| Due to (from) affiliates | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Other long-term liabilities | $0 | $0 | $0 | $75,000 | $0 |
| Total long-term liabilities | $641,943 | $660,789 | $685,058 | $782,829 | $722,441 |
| Total liabilities | $667,189 | $731,901 | $704,339 | $788,912 | $731,945 |
| Net assets | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 |
| Without donor restrictions | $326,398 | $133,782 | $344,538 | $253,588 | $251,323 |
| With donor restrictions | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Net assets | $326,398 | $133,782 | $344,538 | $253,588 | $251,323 |
| Revenues and expenses | |||||
| Revenue | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 |
| Total contributions | $1,245,054 | $906,170 | $939,446 | $893,132 | $889,792 |
| Program service revenue | $0 | $0 | $0 | $12,909 | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Investment income | $1,880 | $1,453 | $121,094 | $0 | ($184,806) |
| Other revenue | $133,339 | $89,503 | $105,491 | $62,230 | $33,107 |
| Total other revenue | $135,219 | $90,956 | $226,585 | $75,139 | ($151,699) |
| Total revenue | $1,380,273 | $997,126 | $1,166,031 | $968,271 | $738,093 |
| Expenses | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 |
| Program services | $864,258 | $890,310 | $787,889 | $675,445 | $715,739 |
| Management and general | $151,396 | $169,987 | $145,973 | $125,210 | $101,886 |
| Fundraising | $170,626 | $148,194 | $116,868 | $165,351 | $85,611 |
| Total expenses | $1,186,280 | $1,208,491 | $1,050,730 | $966,006 | $903,236 |
| Change in net assets | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 |
| Surplus (deficit) | $193,993 | ($211,365) | $115,301 | $2,265 | ($165,143) |
| Other changes in net assets | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Total change in net assets | $193,993 | ($211,365) | $115,301 | $2,265 | ($165,143) |
Compensation
| Name | Title | Compensation |
| Joshua Bray | Chief Executive Officer | $56,174 |
| Philip Bray | President | $47,286 |
Compensation data as of: 12/31/2019
Response from ministry
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The information below was provided to MinistryWatch by the ministry itself. It was last updated 2/7/2022. To update the information below, please email: info@ministrywatch.com
History
In 1982, Philip Bray took to the streets to rescue child prostitutes and runaways who were being sexually exploited in Atlanta, Georgia. Inspired by his own experiences, he wanted to reach out to those who the Church considered unreachable.
At 7th and Peachtree Streets, a booth in a local hamburger restaurant became the headquarters for SafeHouse Outreach on Friday and Saturday nights.
Within 6 months, over 200 volunteers came together with manpower and compassion to reach out to anyone in need. SafeHouse Outreach outgrew the booth and moved to a storefront off Peachtree Street.
The volunteers held midnight church services on Fridays and became known within the city as a place where the unreachable could come for assistance. This was the beginning of how the SafeHouse Outreach or SHO became a full-service community development organization.
Partnering with local churches and corporations, the SHO expanded their outreach with afterschool programs in 16 inner-city communities, crisis pregnancy services, rehab and job placement, and assistance for the hungry.
For over 35 years, SafeHouse Outreach has been instrumental in impacting lives and changing communities.
Recognized by mayors, governors, and the President of the United States, SafeHouse Outreach offers a hand-up and not just a hand-out, and is active in finding a solution to those in crisis. Nationally and internationally, SHO is sought-after to replicate their efforts in other communities.
With the help of community partners and willing volunteers, SafeHouse Outreach will continue its mission to transform lives in the city of Atlanta and beyond.
Program accomplishments
Needs
Volunteer: No time is better spent than in service to others. Without our faithful volunteers, SHO would not be able to provide the level of service and reach we do for people in need.
Donate: We rely on the generosity of both individuals and businesses to ensure we continue to provide high-quality services to Atlanta's homeless and vulnerable. A little kindness goes a long way.
Missions: Show your love for the homeless, at-risk, and vulnerable by being right by their side. Our Mission Teams and Total Immersion trips allow you to serve and experience life in the homeless community.