Mission
Start Off Smart (SOS) is a 501(c)3 initiative of the Homestead Police Department integrating law enforcement and human services personnel to provide a holistic approach to community needs. SOS coordinates services to address root causes of behaviors in families exposed to violence, aiming to reduce crime and improve outcomes through a collaborative multidisciplinary team approach.
Basic Information
Founded in
2010
EIN
61-1657873
Total Assets
$158 thousand
UN Sustainable Development Goals Supported
This organization contributes to the following United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. See the SDG page for more information.
At a Glance

Safe Families Partnership Network
Provides care coordination to children and families who are victims of violence and other risk factors.
Victims of Crime Act Assistance Grants
Offers funding to local community providers for responding to the needs of crime victims.
HPD Group Violence Intervention
A program that targets high-risk individuals to reduce gun-related deaths.
Our Programs

Safe Families Partnership Network
Provides care coordination to children and families who are victims of violence.
Learn MoreVictims of Crime Act (VOCA) Assistance Grants
Offers funding to respond to the needs of crime victims, helping them stabilize their lives.
Learn MoreHPD Group Violence Intervention
Aims to reduce gun-related deaths and violence through targeted interventions.
Learn MoreSOS & PAL Afterschool and Summer Program
Provides afterschool and summer programming focused on education and leadership development.
Learn MoreHBP – Health Benefits Program
Assists families in applying for public benefits through dedicated coordinators.
Learn MoreEducational Civic Engagement Projects
Collaborates with the Homestead Police Department to conduct civic engagement projects.
Learn MoreMIP Score (Beta)
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Overall Score
55
44
/100
Program Expense Ratio
84.97%
16
/20
Program Revenue Growth
0.00%
2
/20
Leverage Ratio
0.07656
20
/20
Working Capital Ratio
0.1989
4
/20
Fundraising Efficiency
0
2
/20
Latest Filing Data: Form 990
Fiscal Year:2021
Source:Source: Self-reported by organization
Financial Details
Revenue
Category | Amount | Percentage |
---|---|---|
Contributions, Gifts, and Grants | 734.6K | 99.99% |
Program Services | 0 | 0.00% |
Investment Income | 9 | 0.00% |
Sales of Non-Inventory Assets | 0 | 0.00% |
Other Notable Sources | 59 | 0.01% |
Total Revenue | 734.7K | 100.00% |
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