EIN 65-0298299

Vita Nova Village I II III Vita Nova Independent Living Services

IRS 501(c) type
501(c)(3)
Num. employees
39
State
Year formed
1991
Most recent tax filings
2022-09-01
Description
Vita Nova Village I II III Vita Nova Independent Living Services provides a safe bridge to independence for former foster care, LGBTQ and other homeless youth aged 18-25 in Palm Beach County through supportive housing, education, employment and life skills training. They operate the only drop-in center called "The Spot", which is a non-judgmental center for youth in West Palm Beach. Additionally, Vita Nova Independent Living Services is the county's main provider for Post-Secondary Education Supports and Services (PESS) and Aftercare services for youth from the foster care system.
Also known as...
Vita Nova
Total revenues
$3,212,831
2022
Total expenses
$3,407,092
2022
Total assets
$4,669,519
2022
Num. employees
39
2022

Program areas at Vita Nova Village I II III Vita Nova Independent Living Services

Vita Nova Independent Living Services (VNILS)Vita Nova is the county's main provider for youth from the foster care system choosing Post-Secondary Education Supports and Services (PESS), and Aftercare Services. Youth in the PESS program receive assistance with enrolling, maintaining, and completing their post-secondary education, including certification for a trade. This program also assists youth with financial literacy, housing, and other supports to help them complete their education. Youth enrolled in Aftercare Services receive support from Vita Nova in the areas of housing, mental health, wellness, tutoring, substance abuse, counseling, and financial assistance. Both services provide a bridge for a youth between the ages of 18-23 years old, so they can continue to get help after traditional child welfare services have ended. Vita Nova served 88 youth through Vita Nova Independent Living Services this year. > 59% of youth involved in PESS [Post-Secondary Education & Supports] are employed. > 19% of youth involved in PESS [Post-Secondary Education & Supports] earned a college degree or certificate. > 70% demonstrated forward progress towards a degree in college.
The SpotVita Nova operates the only drop-in center for homeless youth and youth at-risk of homelessness in the county, called the Spot. Located in West Palm Beach the Spot is a safe and non-judgmental center for youth ages 18-25 years old. The Spot team has access to many of the resources required to move a youth quickly from homeless to housing in and provide for basic needs. This team consists of an Intake Specialist providing first contact and assessment, a Therapist to address overall wellness, a Health Care Specialist helping youth find affordable health care insurance and connections to health care professionals, Employment Case Managers to help youth connect to jobs and education, and wrap around case management to maintain consistent communication with each youth. The Spot features a computer lab, music therapy room, and pantry with shelf stable foods, hygiene and health essentials, and clothing.The Spot served 547 youth during the current year.> 96% of Disconnected youth increased support networks related to school and work as evidenced by job maintenance, and pre/post testing. > 90% of Disconnected youth increased employability skills as reported on post testing. > 83% of Disconnected youth gained employment or enrolled in an educational institution.> 100% of all youth at risk of or experiencing homelessness participating in Intake and Assessment services resulting in linkages to community supports.
Vita Nova VillageVita Nova Village is designed to help youth who are homeless or at risk of homelessness learn to live independently in five core areas: financial literacy, social/emotional health, vocational training, educational planning and health & wellness. At Vita Nova Village, youth connect with a housing case manager to learn daily essential life skills ranging from cooking, cleaning, managing personal finances, to employability skills and health and wellness. Vita Nova served a total of 337 youth in Vita Nova Housing and Housing Assistance programs this year. > 98% of youth who live at Vita Nova housing completed financial literacy training.> 100% of youth who live at Vita Nova housing received life skills training in employment, education, wellness, housing, and financial.Youth Homelessness Demonstration Project (YHDP):Vita Nova operates Rapid Rehousing, Transitional Housing, and Diversion programs through YHDP. Vita Nova has served 113 youth through YHDP Diversion, Transitional Housing, and Rapid Re-Housing.Emergency Shelter Grant (ESG-CV): Vita Nova served 148 clients with rental assistance to prevent homelessness.Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH): Vita Nova provided housing and intensive services to 7 youth through our Permanent Supportive Housing program.Runaway Homeless Youth:Vita Nova also operates a Housing Program for youth who identify as LGBTQ+ as a safe place for youth ages 18-22. The Runaway Homeless Youth Transitional Living Program (RHY TLP) specifically serves LGBTQ runaway and homeless youth who find themselves without a safe permanent residence. The program focuses on providing shelter for 18 months, while teaching life skills, job training, addressing educational needs, emotional and physical health, and connections with an adult support system to prepare for adult independent living. Vita Nova served 17 youth in the RHY TLP program during this fiscal year.100% of RHY youth increased positive and permanent connections outside of the RHY program.> 100% of youth acquire employability skills and obtained employment.> 80% of youth participants with a goal of furthering education achieved academic milestones.> 100% of youth participants increased social/emotional well-being.
Other accomplishments including thrift store operations.

Who funds Vita Nova Village I II III Vita Nova Independent Living Services

Grants from foundations and other nonprofits
GrantmakerDescriptionAmount
Vita Nova FoundationUnrestricted Grant$580,338
ChildNetIndependent Living Services$519,960
United Way of Palm Beach CountyAllocations To Agencies$40,544
...and 6 more grants received

Personnel at Vita Nova Village I II III Vita Nova Independent Living Services

NameTitleCompensation
Jeff DemarioChief Executive Officer$151,332
Alejita RodriguezChief Operating Officer
Sabrina WardDirector of Independent Living
Domenick MacRiSecretary / Director$0
Anthony MarinoTreasurer$0
...and 6 more key personnel

Financials for Vita Nova Village I II III Vita Nova Independent Living Services

RevenuesFYE 09/2022
Total grants, contributions, etc.$3,175,292
Program services$28,477
Investment income and dividends$27,492
Tax-exempt bond proceeds$0
Royalty revenue$0
Net rental income$0
Net gain from sale of non-inventory assets$0
Net income from fundraising events$-18,430
Net income from gaming activities$0
Net income from sales of inventory$0
Miscellaneous revenues$0
Total revenues$3,212,831

Form 990s for Vita Nova Village I II III Vita Nova Independent Living Services

Fiscal year endingDate received by IRSFormPDF link
2021-092022-07-29990View PDF
2020-092021-08-01990View PDF
2019-092021-02-05990View PDF
2018-092019-10-10990View PDF
2017-092018-10-16990View PDF
...and 8 more Form 990s

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Data update history
June 27, 2023
Updated personnel
Identified 2 new personnel
May 15, 2023
Received grants
Identified 6 new grant, including a grant for $580,338 from Vita Nova Foundation
August 1, 2022
Received grants
Identified 4 new grant, including a grant for $416,845 from Vita Nova Foundation
July 10, 2022
Used new vendors
Identified 1 new vendor, including
July 9, 2022
Posted financials
Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2020
Nonprofit Types
Human service organizationsYouth service charitiesHeadquarter / parent organizationsCharities
Issues
Human servicesLGBTQChildrenHomelessness
Characteristics
Fundraising eventsState / local levelReceives government fundingTax deductible donations
General information
Address
2724 N Australian Ave
West Palm Beach, FL 33407
Metro area
Miami-Fort Lauderdale-Pompano Beach, FL
County
Palm Beach County, FL
Website URL
vitanovainc.org/ 
Phone
(561) 689-0035
IRS details
EIN
65-0298299
Fiscal year end
September
Taxreturn type
Form 990
Year formed
1991
Eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions (Pub 78)
Yes
Categorization
NTEE code, primary
P30: Childrens and Youth Services
NAICS code, primary
624110: Child and Youth Services
Parent/child status
Central organization
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