2017 Annual Report - A Year in Review
Every year The Center for Family Outreach staff and Board of Directors look back on what has been accomplished and celebrate the ways our partnerships and initiatives translate our vision and mission into reality. We want to take a moment to celebrate our accomplishments!
What We Do
Our Mission
The mission of The Center for Family Outreach (The Center) is to help Larimer County youth ages 8-18 and their families achieve and sustain long-term positive changes and healthy relationships. We do this by providing individual assessment, education and custom designed programs to develop successful and positive citizens.
Our greatest accomplishments are strengthening family relationships, promoting positive communication and enhancing the ability to solve problems together as a family. We provide one-on-one case management, early intervention strategies, education and academic/tutoring services for youth and families struggling with substance abuse, mental health issues, high family conflict and at-risk adolescent behavior.
Parents Navigating the Adolescent Years
Adolescence is an emotional time for both youth and parents. Youth begin to assert their independence, and this sometimes results in conflict and risk-taking behaviors. It is important for parents to understand the developmental stages of transition from childhood to adulthood in order to help their youth make a smooth adjustment. We provide a safe environment to learn and discuss life impacting issues. We partner with students (ages 8-18) and their families challenged with:
The mission of The Center for Family Outreach (The Center) is to help Larimer County youth ages 8-18 and their families achieve and sustain long-term positive changes and healthy relationships. We do this by providing individual assessment, education and custom designed programs to develop successful and positive citizens.
Our greatest accomplishments are strengthening family relationships, promoting positive communication and enhancing the ability to solve problems together as a family. We provide one-on-one case management, early intervention strategies, education and academic/tutoring services for youth and families struggling with substance abuse, mental health issues, high family conflict and at-risk adolescent behavior.
Parents Navigating the Adolescent Years
Adolescence is an emotional time for both youth and parents. Youth begin to assert their independence, and this sometimes results in conflict and risk-taking behaviors. It is important for parents to understand the developmental stages of transition from childhood to adulthood in order to help their youth make a smooth adjustment. We provide a safe environment to learn and discuss life impacting issues. We partner with students (ages 8-18) and their families challenged with:
- Family conflict management and communication issues
- Impeding staff at school and issues with truancy
- Fighting and anti-social behavior
- Substance use/ Behavioral Health issues
- Issues concerning depression and anxiety
Every Family has a Story
A Second Chance
A 17-year-old high school student was referred to The Center after he was arrested for drinking, breaking in and stealing electronic equipment. It was a felony offense and the charge could have seriously interfered with his educational goals. As a first-time offender, he was referred to The Center’s diversion program and given a second chance. After 56 hours of community service, weekly urine and breath analyses to prove sobriety, weekly check-ins, and 12 weeks of classes on substance abuse and other educational topics related to life skills, the felony charge was dropped from his record. He has retained his college scholarships and is back on his path toward becoming a responsible, contributing member of our community.
Handling Anger and Making Better Life Decisions
A young teen was referred to The Center’s diversion program in January 2017 with a harassment charge that he received at school. He was getting into trouble because of fighting with peers and escalating anger issues. Sometimes he would get mad at teachers/peers and blow up enough to punch things – walls, desks, etc. This teen’s life was frustrating – he was on everyone’s radar at school and kids would pick on him and single him out because they knew he would get mad. His biggest issue was his inability to make good decisions when he was angry. We had long conversations during our weekly check-ins about specific situations and how to handle them. Positive support for his “good” behavior was very effective. During his time at The Center, he began to discover how to deal with frustrating situations and how to communicate better. He completed his program contract early and is now succeeding in high school. He has become more confident and self- assured.
A 17-year-old high school student was referred to The Center after he was arrested for drinking, breaking in and stealing electronic equipment. It was a felony offense and the charge could have seriously interfered with his educational goals. As a first-time offender, he was referred to The Center’s diversion program and given a second chance. After 56 hours of community service, weekly urine and breath analyses to prove sobriety, weekly check-ins, and 12 weeks of classes on substance abuse and other educational topics related to life skills, the felony charge was dropped from his record. He has retained his college scholarships and is back on his path toward becoming a responsible, contributing member of our community.
Handling Anger and Making Better Life Decisions
A young teen was referred to The Center’s diversion program in January 2017 with a harassment charge that he received at school. He was getting into trouble because of fighting with peers and escalating anger issues. Sometimes he would get mad at teachers/peers and blow up enough to punch things – walls, desks, etc. This teen’s life was frustrating – he was on everyone’s radar at school and kids would pick on him and single him out because they knew he would get mad. His biggest issue was his inability to make good decisions when he was angry. We had long conversations during our weekly check-ins about specific situations and how to handle them. Positive support for his “good” behavior was very effective. During his time at The Center, he began to discover how to deal with frustrating situations and how to communicate better. He completed his program contract early and is now succeeding in high school. He has become more confident and self- assured.
“If only we had known about The Center before turning our son over to the law.”
A teenager, using and selling drugs, was turned over to the police by his parents because they knew he needed help and saw no other alternative. As a first-time offender, the District Attorney referred him to The Center where he had access to individual counseling in addition to case management and classes. He met all program requirements and was able to have his felony charge from his record. His parents are thankful, but lament, “if only we had known about The Center before turning our son over to the law!”
A teenager, using and selling drugs, was turned over to the police by his parents because they knew he needed help and saw no other alternative. As a first-time offender, the District Attorney referred him to The Center where he had access to individual counseling in addition to case management and classes. He met all program requirements and was able to have his felony charge from his record. His parents are thankful, but lament, “if only we had known about The Center before turning our son over to the law!”
Our programs are changing lives!
- We work closely with local organizations and agencies to create awareness and provide opportunities for the community to respond to youth and family issues.
- Our wraparound substance and behavioral health program capitalizes on unique strengths for maximum impact. Our students receive a continuity of care between agencies without the inconvenience of going to multiple offices to receive the same services.
- By cultivating public and private partnerships, we expand resources, amplify our collective voice and strengthen research, education, and advocacy to improve the health and well-being of youth.
- We consistently maintain a successful outcome/completion rate of 84% through the development of an operational framework that utilizes and leverages shared resources.
- We participate in the Better Business Bureau® charity quality standards review process and continue to have the BBB® Center for Nonprofit Excellence designation. This distinction includes a yearly audit which ensures a fiscally sound and effectively governed organization.
- Adding additional evidence based curriculum has expanded our outreach in the community. We offer families supplemental resources based on their individualized needs.
- Our onsite therapists and addiction specialists provide our students and families with individual and family counseling.
- We have developed an open referral process for families, agencies and law enforcement.
- In January 2018, we relocated our offices to the center of Fort Collins which provides easier access to transportation, courts, city and county resources.
- We have increased our outreach to families by increasing our social media sites including FACEBOOK and our webpage.
How is The Center Funded?
The Center is funded through a diverse mixture of sources, including foundation and corporate support, government grants, individual donations, business sponsorships and program fees. We charge modest program fees offered with sliding scale scholarships because paying encourages commitment to the program.
The Center has an active Board of Directors. In addition, to being a governance board they are also responsible for developing and implementing a fundraising strategy to create community awareness and sponsorship events including a breakfast in May and a special holiday event later in the year.
We spend all our revenue on services and resources that directly benefit youth of Larimer County. Overhead costs include building rental for three classrooms, counseling offices and office space for private consultations with families and staff. Administrative costs are kept to a minimum, and we are grateful for in-kind donations of computers, copiers and teaching supplies.
The Center has an active Board of Directors. In addition, to being a governance board they are also responsible for developing and implementing a fundraising strategy to create community awareness and sponsorship events including a breakfast in May and a special holiday event later in the year.
We spend all our revenue on services and resources that directly benefit youth of Larimer County. Overhead costs include building rental for three classrooms, counseling offices and office space for private consultations with families and staff. Administrative costs are kept to a minimum, and we are grateful for in-kind donations of computers, copiers and teaching supplies.
Revenues
Fundraising $45,888.00
Donations $13,332.00
Client Fees $23,687.00
Grants $401,142.00
Rental Income $4,980.00
Interest $178.00
Total Revenues and Support $489,207.00
Expenses
Program Costs $376,957.00
Management and General $32,339.00
Fundraising $29,714.00
Total Expenses $439,010.00
Net Assets (End of Year) $272,243.00
Fundraising $45,888.00
Donations $13,332.00
Client Fees $23,687.00
Grants $401,142.00
Rental Income $4,980.00
Interest $178.00
Total Revenues and Support $489,207.00
Expenses
Program Costs $376,957.00
Management and General $32,339.00
Fundraising $29,714.00
Total Expenses $439,010.00
Net Assets (End of Year) $272,243.00
Since 2000, we have Restored Possibilities and Hope to families.
Foundation, Corporate and Government Grants;
Local Organizations/Businesses
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Adolph Coors Foundation
Bohemian Foundation Community Foundation of N. Colorado El Pomar Foundation Ehrhardt, Keefe, Steiner and Holtman Foothills Sertoma Club Flood and Peterson Hewlett-Packard NOCO Unify 20/30 Odell’s Brewery Otter Cares Foundation Kiwanis International UCH Health Realities for Children The Egg and & I Restaurants Larimer County Department of Human Services City of Fort Collins Senate Bill 94 Wells Fargo Bank Burt Foundation Telco of the Rockies State of Colorado, Division of Criminal Justice United Way of Larimer County Trone Family Charitable Thompson School District Poudre School District Bank of Colorado BluSky Bullhide 4x4 Auto Accessories Capital Asset Management, Schrader Oil Chapelle Small Animal Hospital |
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Dan Eckles Commercial Real Estate Brokers, LLC Evergreen Landscape & Sprinkler Company Federal Savings Bank First Citizen Bank First National Bank, Timberline Church First Western Trust Bank Fort Collins Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram Front Range Community College IBMC College IFAM Capitol Jennifer Kelly Team Liggett, Johnson & Goodman, PC Markley Motors MBBK Consulting, Inc Mid States Realty Morgan Plumbing and & Heating Mountain Kids My Big Day, LLC New Belgium Brewing Company Odell Brewing Company Orthopaedic & Spine Center of the Rockies Poudre Education Association Pure, LTD Shirazi Benefits The Egg and & I Restaurants The Mantooth Marketing Company The Richardson Foundation, Tynan's Nissan Computer Bytes Workspace Innovations, LTD |
2017 Board of Directors
Our Board of Directors meets monthly to set overall governing policy and direction for the organization. They are responsible for developing annual goals and develop our strategic planning process. They provide oversight and feedback for new ideas. They organize annual fundraising events and educate the community about our work. All members (100%) of the Board provides contributions.
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Avie Strand
• President Cindy DeGroot • Vice President Patty Seaser • Secretary Irene Josey •Treasurer |
Larry Abrahamson
Community Member Carrie Baumgart Markley Motors Charlie Carter Thompson Valley School District Gail Goodman Liggett & Johnson, P.C Kendra Johnson Flood and Peterson Jennifer Kelly Keller Williams Cathy Kipp Community Member Laurie Klith Executive Director Tom List Poudre Education Association Mike Natalzia Police Officer, City of Fort Collins Jim O'Neill Community Member Joe Petrone Cummings and Petrone Law Firm Kacey Parker Community Member Leslie Sampson Otter Products, LLC Nicole Weesner District Attorney |
Click below to read our 2016 Financial Statements
and Independent Auditor's Report
| 2016 Report |