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MIP Score

66

Human Services
Single Parent Support

Raise the Barr

Mission

Raise The Barr is a 2Gen program co-founded by NFL Linebacker Anthony Barr and his mother, Lori Barr. It aims to maximize the potential of single-parent students and their children by providing holistic resources necessary for educational success. The organization specifically targets the barriers faced by single-parent students pursuing higher education in California and Minnesota.

Basic Information

Tax-Exempt

Address

2851 W 120th St, Ste E, Hawthorne, California, 90250

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Founded in

2015

EIN

81-1234771

Total Assets

$686.4 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

The Huddle on 5th

The Huddle on 5th

An affordable housing project for single-parent students in Yolo County.

Raising Up Docuseries Feature

Raising Up Docuseries Feature

Spotlighting Amonieka from our cohorts in a docuseries about U.S. student parents.

Annual Report 2023

Annual Report 2023

A detailed report of our achievements and future goals.

Impact Stats

24

Number of Scholars Enrolled

Increased Enrollment

Successful enrollment of single-parent scholars in higher education programs across California and Minnesota.

$1.35 million

Value of Emergency Grants

Emergency Grants Provided

Distribution of emergency grants to assist single-parent students facing sudden financial hardships.

300

Number of Families Supported

Holiday Gifts to Families

Provided holiday gifts to single-parent families to support their well-being during the festive season.

Past Events

Annual Fundraising Gala

2023-10-15

A successful fundraising gala to support single-parent students.

Community Workshop

2023-08-20

A community-building workshop that engaged single parents in discussions about their challenges.

2023 Under Review Event

2023-11-01

An annual review event showcasing the achievements of the previous year.

Upcoming Events

Monthly Development Workshop

2024-01-15

A workshop for single-parent students focusing on academic and career pathways.

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Scholarship Application Open

2024-06-01

Applications open for the next scholarship cohort for single parents.

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Holiday Family Event

2024-12-20

An event providing holiday gifts and support for single-parent families.

Our Programs

Scholarship Cohort

Scholarship Cohort

A program providing financial support and mentorship for single-parent students.

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Stable Housing Cohort

Stable Housing Cohort

A program ensuring stable housing for single-parent students to promote educational success.

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The Huddle

The Huddle

An affordable housing project for single-parent families.

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Volunteer Opportunities

Community Mentor

Help mentor single-parent students by providing guidance and support.

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Event Volunteer

Assist in organizing and executing events that support single-parent families.

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Family Night Host

Lead family nights that help foster community among single-parent families.

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Testimonials

"It's really hard to stay positive and keep an upbeat mood when so much has changed in our lives. We have to try to make the best of it. I am appreciative to have the RTB as support. You definitely make a difference!"
Elecia Thomas

Elecia Thomas

Scholar

"I could not have done it without Raise the Barr’s support. The laptop I bought with the scholarship was a big blessing because everything that I do is through my laptop. Thank you for making this happen."

Brenda Coronel

Scholar

"Participating in the RTB has changed my opportunities in life for the better. The support I received allowed me to focus on my education."

Amonieka

Scholar

MIP Score (Beta)

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Overall Score

66

60

/100

Program Expense Ratio

88.63%

20

/20

Program Revenue Growth

0.00%

2

/20

Leverage Ratio

0.0347

20

/20

Working Capital Ratio

1.053

10

/20

Fundraising Efficiency

2.169

8

/20

Latest Filing Data: Form 990

Fiscal Year:2022

Source:Source: Self-reported by organization

Financial Details

Revenue

CategoryAmountPercentage
Contributions, Gifts, and Grants924K95.07%
Program Services00.00%
Investment Income00.00%
Sales of Non-Inventory Assets00.00%
Other Notable Sources00.00%
Total Revenue971.9K100.00%