non-profit roundtable with compass center and extraordinary ventures
TRANSCRIPT
Welcome to the
Non-Profit RoundtablePresented by DSI
ComedyJuly 9, 2014
Creating Meaningful Jobs for Adults with Autism
Van HatchellNovember 18, 2013
Social Entrepreneurism in the Community
Who We Are: Extraordinary Ventures, Inc.
• Takeaways:
– A real business
– Employing 40 adults on the spectrum
– A replicable model
Who We Are: Extraordinary Ventures, Inc.
• Unique Features:
– A portfolio of businesses
– Jobs designed and focused on the
individuals
– Serving the whole spectrum
– Young entrepreneurs managing the
organization
The Crisis
{1 in 2}
Services disappear
School and other supports
The Crisis 500,000!
What Do Families
Do?
• Fight for limited services
• Face a job market with few opportunities
• Eventually, many give up
EV Structure:
A Balanced Portfolio
EV Laundry
EV Gifts
Other
EV Bus Crew
Event Space
Rentals
EV Office Solutions
2013 Paid Employment Hours by Venture
Many Jobs are Overwhelming
EV Fits the Job Around the Person
A Sample of
EV JobsBus
Crew
Vacuum
Clean seats
Wash windows
Supervise duties
A Sample of
EV Jobs
Laundry
Sort & inventory
Operate machines
Fold & pack
Pick up & delivery
50% Growth
2010 2011 2012 201305
1015202530354045
Number of Employees: 2010 - 2013
The Real Payoff
The Real Payoff
The Real Payoff
The Real Payoff
The Real Payoff
Lessons Learned
1. Get started
2. Accept trial and error
3. Focus on local markets
4. Treat it as a real business
Our Goals
To provide meaningful jobs for our employees.
To inspire and motivate. To be a model.
Discussion and Next Steps
Van HatchellEV Managing Director
www.extraordinaryventures.org
Safety, Security, Self-Sufficiency
Our Agency
Self-Sufficiency Services (all of North Carolina)◦ Career Services◦ Financial Literacy Education◦ Legal Resources◦ Workshops◦ Adolescent Programs◦ Resource Referrals◦ Resource Room
Domestic Violence Services (Orange County)◦ Crisis Counseling (in person or 24-
hour hotline)◦ Emergency housing/Shelter
placement◦ Support Groups◦ Court Advocacy◦ Community Outreach
Formed from the merger of Family Violence Prevention Center of Orange County and The Women’s Center in July 2012
Serve women, men, and children
Our Mission
Compass Center for Women and Families helpsindividuals and families prevent and end domesticviolence and become self-sufficient. We provide
domestic violence crisis services, career and financial education, assistance with legal resources, and
adolescent empowerment programs.
Career ServicesOne-on-one career appointments with an
experienced counselor on an on-going basis◦Resume/cover letter writing◦ Interview skills◦Career exploration◦ Job search techniques
Workshops◦Topics such as Linkedin and Social Media Job
Search Strategies and Building Career Confidence
Legal Services Community Legal Project
◦ 30 minutes with supervised UNC Law student
Legal Information Service◦ 15 minute phone call with attorney
Family Law Workshops◦ Such as Introduction to Separation and Divorce
Family Law Book
Attorney Referrals
Financial Literacy EducationOne-on-one financial appointments with an experienced
counselor on an on-going basis◦ Create a budget◦ Develop savings plan◦ Address credit/debt issues
Free tax preparation
Financial Coaching and Support Group
Workshops◦ Topics such as Me, Myself, and ID Theft and Sticking to a Budget
that is Right for You.
Adolescent Empowerment Programs
Teens Climb High
M.A.G.I.C. (Media Analysis of Gender and Image Construction) ◦One-time presentations and multi-session
groups for middle and high school youth◦Trainings, resources, and consultation to
educators and parents.
Start Strong
Information and Referral and Resource Room
First Response Volunteers provide resources and referrals◦For example: financial assistance, housing
assistance, mental health resources, etc.
Resource Room (210 Henderson St.)◦Community resources, computer use and
local telephone use
Domestic Violence Crisis CounselingWe work with victims of domestic violence, their friends
and family.
24 hour hotline: (919) 929-7122In person appointments 9-5pm Monday-Friday
Emotional supportSafety planningAssistance in finding safe shelterSupport groupsAssistance with protective order paperworkCommunity referrals911 Cell phones
Civil and Criminal Court Accompaniment
Assist clients in understanding their rights as a domestic violence victim.
Assist clients in completing paperwork for Domestic Violence Protective Orders
Advocate present in court to provide support to victim
Support Groups
For Women◦Domestic Violence Support Group◦Domestic Violence Support Group Part II◦Separation and Divorce Support Group◦Art of Healing (Domestic Violence Art-Based
workshop)
For Children◦Children’s Coping Skills Group (Homestart
residents only)
Community Education
To raise awareness and prevent domestic violence in our community we offer community education programs for community members, professional groups, and teens on a variety of topics.
Provide information at community events, volunteer fairs and in academic environments.
Compass Center Sources of Income
Agency Income (based on 2012-13 Audited Financials)
Income and In-Kind Contributions
State Govt
Grants38%
United Way 7%
Local Govt Grants13%
Founda-tion
Grants 9%
Bus & Com
Dona-tions 6%
Individ-ual Do-
nations 12%
Endow-ment 4%
Events 10%State Govt
Grants33%
United Way 6%
Local Govt Grants11%
Donated Facility 9%
Bus & Corp Sponsors
5%
Individual Donations
10%
Endowment 3%
Events 8%
Foundation Grants 8%
Compass Center Overall Expenses
Compass Center for Women and Families
Self-Sufficiency Services210 Henderson Street, Chapel Hill(919) 968-4610
Domestic Violence Services (until Aug. 1)207 Wilson Street, Chapel Hill(919) 929-7122
CommunicationsWebsite and BlogSocial Media presence (Facebook
and Twitter)Monthly e-newslettersCommunity calendarsBrochuresFlyeringStaff visits and e-mails to referral
partnersMeeting with funders and donors
ChallengesIncreasing awareness of services
in Hillsborough and Northern Orange County
Post-Merger name recognition/branding (services beyond domestic violence crisis)