irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $1.07MRESIDENTIAL SERVICES TO MAINTAIN A DOMESTIC VIOLENCE SHELTER FOR VICTIMS OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AND THEIR CHILDREN.
named programs · 7 · from sources
What they call their work
24-Hour Hotline
Crisis support and advocacy available by phone at (845) 634-3344; operates 24/7 for victims and survivors
Domestic Violence Court Advocacy
Staff presence at all six domestic violence courts in Rockland County to provide on-site support and information
Emergency Shelter
Provides safe housing for victims of domestic violence and their children; opened in 1979 and remains a core service
Paws for Safety
Program supporting survivors with pets, recognizing the role animals play in emotional stability and safety planning
SAEDA
Youth-led education and dating abuse prevention program focused on promoting healthy relationships among young people
STOP F.E.A.R Conference
Annual criminal justice conference to enhance community and professional response to domestic violence
Web Chat and Text Support
Confidential real-time support via web chat and text messaging (845) 286-4997 for survivors in need of immediate assistance
activities · 4 groups
What they do
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Domestic Violence Survivor Support Services 5 activities
- Community-specific outreach and services for Hasidic and Orthodox Jewish populationsProvides culturally sensitive domestic violence services to Hasidic and Orthodox Jewish victims, including on-site support at local college campuses and office locations.
- Emergency shelter services for domestic violence survivorsProvides residential emergency shelter for victims of domestic violence and their children, operating a 15-bed facility that serves thousands annually. Shelter services are available non-residentially and through seven office locations across Rockland County.
- Individualized safety and support services for survivorsProvides victim-chosen services and supports designed to increase emotional and physical safety for domestic violence survivors.
- On-site legal and court advocacy for domestic violence survivorsProvides direct support and services to domestic violence victims at all six domestic violence courts in Rockland County during court sessions, ensuring access to advocacy and resources.
- Secure communication support for non-residential clientsOffers post office box access for non-residential domestic violence victims to enable secure communication with staff, protecting privacy and safety.
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Domestic and Sexual Violence Prevention Education 2 activities
- Community training and awareness initiativesProvides training and coordinates community initiatives to raise awareness about domestic violence and engage the public in prevention efforts.
- Youth-led education program on healthy relationshipsOperates SAEDA, a youth-led initiative focused on preventing dating abuse and promoting healthy relationships through peer education.
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24/7 Crisis and Warmline Support Services 1 activity
- 24/7 crisis response and support servicesOperates a 24-hour confidential hotline and offers text-based support, web chat with a Quick Escape safety feature, and automated response systems to connect individuals with advocates immediately.
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Criminal Justice Policy Advocacy 1 activity
- Advocacy for domestic violence survivorsAdvocates on behalf of and alongside victims and survivors using professional standards and best practices to support justice and recovery.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$7.92M
Contributions & grants$7.11M90%
Program service revenue$801K10%
Investment income$550%
Other revenue$3K
expenses
Total expenses$7.34M
Program expenses87%
Admin / overhead9%
Fundraising4%
Salaries & benefits$4.98M
Grants paid out$180K
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$4.95M
Cash$510K
Investments$0
Liabilities$821K
Net assets$4.13M
Liquid reserves0.8 mo
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +1.6%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 6
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| ELIZABETH SANTIAGO | Executive Dir. | 40 | $179K |
| STEVEN CARROLL | CFO | 40 | $141K |
| VENESIA DEFRANK | Chief operating of | 40 | $128K |
| ANDREA PANJWANI | CHIEF LEGAL OFFICE | 40 | $127K |
| PHYLLIS FRANK | chief program offi | 40 | $127K |
| JEAN ROEMER | PROGRAM OFFICER | 40 | $114K |
board members · 18
- ADAM LIPSON — Director
- ALLEN FETTERMAN — Director
- CANDIS EDWARDS — Director
- DIANE SUSSMAN — Director
- DR SANDRA ORTIZ — Director
- GLENN MEYERSON — Director
- HELEN HOSTIN — Director
- JENNIFER CRUMPTON ROSS — Director
- JESSICA MITCHELL — Director
- JO JOESPHINE PANZERA — Director
- KATHY PERROTTE — Treasurer
- KRISTINA COLEMAN — Director
- LINIE RAND — Chairman
- LISA SAPIA — Director
- MOLLY MCGRATH COLUCCI — Director
- NANCY DURAND — Director
- PAUL ADLER — Director
- RAYMOND HEGARTY — Director
relationships · 9
Who they work with
- Blue Raven Partner — Presenting sponsor of the 2026 Golf Benefit event
- Center for Safety & Change Partner — Paul Adler serves on the Board of Directors of Center for Safety & Change.
- Chromalloy Partner — Presenting sponsor of the 2026 Golf Benefit event
- Gabby Petito Foundation Partner — Co-hosted the 2026 STOP F.E.A.R Conference to enhance responses to domestic violence.
- Harrington Press Partner — Honored at the 19th Annual Simona & Jerome A. Chazen Business Luncheon for their support and services.
- Orange Bank & Trust Partner — Honored at the 19th Annual Simona & Jerome A. Chazen Business Luncheon for their community commitment and support.
- Rockland County Child Protective Services (CPS) Partner — Collaborates on a program at the Special Victims Center in Pomona to serve domestic violence victims with children involved with CPS.
- The Nyack Seaport Partner — Host venue for the Designer Bag Bingo fundraising event.
- criminal legal system Partner — Collaborates with the criminal legal system to improve responsiveness to victims and survivors.
strategies · 5
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Anti-Racist and Anti-Oppression Organizational Practicemethodology: anti_racist_anti_oppressionBy embedding anti-racism and anti-oppression principles into organizational culture and programming, we advance equity in service delivery and outcomes, because structural inequities disproportionately impact survivors of color and must be actively dismantled.
- Digital Safety as Foundational to Survivor Privacymethodology: digital_safety_firstBy prioritizing digital safety protocols such as use of safe devices and message deletion, we protect survivors from ongoing surveillance and harm, because technological vulnerability directly threatens physical and emotional safety.
- Systemic Change Through Cross-Sector Collaborationmethodology: cross_sector_collaborationBy collaborating across institutions and advancing survivor-centered policy reforms, we create more effective and equitable systems responses to domestic violence, because systemic transformation requires coordinated advocacy and institutional change.
- Victim-Centered Trauma-Informed Caremethodology: victim_centered_careBy centering the needs and autonomy of survivors in all services, we improve safety outcomes and engagement, because trust and psychological safety are foundational to recovery from trauma.
- Youth-Led Peer Education for Preventionmethodology: youth_led_educationBy empowering young people to lead education efforts on healthy relationships, we prevent dating abuse more effectively, because peer influence and youth voice increase relevance and engagement among peers.