Annual Report (A4)

Annual
Report
2016

Bringing light, hope
and transformation
to Atlanta.

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Four Core Values That
Motivate Us to Be Our Best.

Passion

#1 We seek to work with energy and excitement toward

fulfilling our mission and seeing lives changed for the
good.

Excellence

#2 We refuse to cut corners, and instead, with great at-

tention to detail and best practices, seek to serve our
community to the best of our ability.

Dignity

#3 We respect and honor all individuals as people of

tremendous value no matter their present or past
circumstances.

Integrity

#4 We seek to work together in strong unity and hold firmly

to the principles and values that guide us.

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Message

From Our CEO

Changing lives is not a task that any of us can
accomplish on our own, or through the efforts of one
particular agency. Changing lives is only possible
when a community comes together with a common goal
and a willingness to join hearts, hands and resources. That
community must include the group that’s “on the ground”,
volunteers, strategists, and funders, along with government
officials and agencies. Here at City of Refuge, we are convinced
that true change only comes through Collective Impact. We
are proud that our community, including all the groups listed
above, has elected to come together in powerful ways with the
desire to see, not only greater impact in lives changed, but that
the community in which we are located is changed as well.
The stage for this radical change has been established over
the past 20 years and 2017 promises to highlight the powerful,
impactful results of that sought after change as well as lay the
foundation for even greater change. We at City of Refuge are
grateful for your participation on our journey to change and
look forward to many more years of change; one life and one
community at a time.

Bruce Deel
Founder & CEO

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Year In Review

Impact Summary

143% Human Trafficking Housing Capacity

In 2016, the capacity for housing
rescued survivors of human trafficking
increased by 143% from 14 at the
beginning of the year to 34 by year end.

$65.6 20-year Economic Impact of Eden
million Village Housing in 2016

In 2016, 139 women gained stable
employment prior to exiting Eden
Village housing. Based on City of
Refuge historical numbers, 80 percent,
or 111, of these women will maintain
employment beyond the first year with
projected 20 years earnings of $591,765.1

04 1 Projections established based on the 2010 HUD study
titled, “Life After Transitional Housing for Homeless Families”.

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Housing Health & Wellness
859 230,400
Women and children were
55 provided with housing and Hot and healthy meals were
supportive services to create a served to residents, guests,
staff out of the 180° Kitchen.
pathway out of poverty.
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Human Trafficking

Women found immediate Women continued their journey

respite and care in, House of of restoration in House of
Cherith I, our short-term safe Cherith II, our long-term trauma-
house for rescued survivors of
informed care for rescued
human trafficking.
survivors of human trafficking.

7 Vocational Training 100

Students graduated from our 29 Women received job training

5-month NAPA Auto Training Students graduated from our and job placement support
Center better prepared to 180° Culinary Arts Academy through the Good Works
excel in the automotive Employment Center.
ready for success in the
workforce. restaurant industry.

154Youth Development The Breakdown
Elementary, middle and
high school students City of Refuge Education (CORe)
developed their minds, • 100 Students in After school
bodies, and spirits • 70 students in Summer Camps
through engaging after
school programming. Level Up (Middle and High School)
• 40 students enrolled
• 2 Seniors graduated and 4 more on
track to graduate in 2017.

City of Refuge Ambassadors
• 14 students enrolled in accelerated
after-school programming.

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Financial Report

As of December 31, 2016

2016 represented another year of financial vitality for City of Refuge. Through a
focused effort to identify and pursue new donors, corporate and church partners, as
well as obtaining important funding from foundations and government agencies,
City of Refuge is positioned well for fiscal health and viability in 2017 and beyond.

Revenue Expenses Surplus

$11,878,8201 $6,323,6313 $6,157,1741
$10,253,5172 $5,504,342

$5,001,891 $4,106,763

$3,929,8862

$1,071,941

2014 2015 2016 2014 2015 2016 2014 2015 2016

1 Includes $4.67 million in restricted, pledged campaign funds
2 Includes $4.5 million in restricted campaign funds
3 Includes $803,847 in campaign expenses

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EXPENSE BREAKDOWN: ($6,323,631) Percentage Actual $

Housing Programs 21.66% $1,369,899.27

Administration & Operations 16.25% $1,027,436.04

Human Trafficking Programs 15.93% $1,007,041.24

Shining the Light Capital Campaign 12.71% $803,847.88

Strategy & Development 12.03% $760,507.48 FINANCIAL SUMMARY
180° Kitchen (Meal Service, Vocation & 6.48% $409,500.76
Socal Enterprise) 4.49% $312,269.28
Youth Development Programs

Other Programs & Partners 4.10% $259,299.01

Good Works Employment Center 3.37% $212,939.93
NAPA Auto center (Vocation & Social 2.55% $160,990.23
Enterprise) 100% 6,323,631.10

Total Expenses

INCOME BREAKDOWN: ($10,252,517.56) Percentage Actual $

Shining the Light Capital Campaign 44.11% $4,423,000.00

Individuals 18.41% $1,888,106.02

Events 15.51% $1,590,562.54

Foundations (Non-Campaign) 6.17% $632,725.26

Partners 4.76% $487,908.27

United Way 3.59% $367,814.08

Government 2.24% $229,290.98

In Kind 1.89% $193,331.00

Churches 1.38% $141,177.63

Corporations 1.03% $105,189.97

Other 0.51% $52,343.36

Social Enterprise 0.41% $42,068.45

Total Income 100% $10,252,517.56

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New in 2016

Newsworthy Happenings From the Past Year

Shining the Light
Capital Campaign

At a joint press announcement
with The Chick-fil-A Foundation,
The Coca-Cola Foundation,
and the City of Atlanta, City
of Refuge unveiled plans for a
$25.6 million capital campaign
focused on expanding workforce
development programming inside
the gate at City of Refuge and
developing vocational, transitional,
and permanent supportive
housing outside the gate in the
neighborhoods surrounding the
Joseph E. Boone campus.

At the press event hosted on September 28th, a capacity crowd at City of Refuge
was addressed by Atlanta Mayor, Kasim Reed, Coca-Cola Chairman and CEO, Muhtar
Kent, Chick-fil-A CEO, Dan Cathy, and City of Refuge CEO, Bruce Deel. Mr. Cathy
informed the audience that the new partnership will address “more than just an
economic or public relations issue, but a human life issue.” Mr. Deel reminded those
present that City of Refuge, above all else, “is committed to our neighborhood, our
city, and seeing lives transformed.”

As of December 31, 2016, City of Refuge has raised $10.3 million toward the campaign.

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A Year of Growth

Workforce Innovation Hub
Opening Summer 2017

As part of the Shining the Light campaign, City of Refuge is
working to open The Workforce Innovation Hub that is designed
to provide recruitment, training, and job placement services
to residents of City of Refuge and local community members.
Additionally, the Workforce Innovation Hub will house a business
incubator and accelerator for to kick-start impact-driven social
enterprises.

House of Cherith Expansion
New Safe House Coming in 2017

In addition to the 143% growth in housing capacity, City of Refuge
and House of Cherith plan to open a new, offsite safe house in
2017. The addition of the safe house will increase the bed count
to 40, and provide additional safety along with a more serene
and welcoming environment for women being rescued from
desperate circumstances.

Every Woman Works
A New Onsite Partner at City of Refuge

In the fall of 2016, City of Refuge entered into a new partnership
with Every Woman Works, a Roswell-based vocational training
program for women. The partnership coincides with the opening
of the Good Works Employment Center which provides space for
residents at City of Refuge to access valuable soft-skills training
and job placement assistance.

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Terry Arnold Terry Arnold
2016 Graduate, NAPA Auto Center

“Before I came to the NAPA program I was recovering
get my next meal. I really never had a father figure in m
with me for a long time. At first, I had no way of maki
take my life. Every job I tried to get I was denied becau

My name is Terry Arnold. I’m a student at the NAPA Au
I came into the program. They are really here for me, li
to get somebody to believe in you; to give you a chan
believe in me. Maybe one day, with enough time and

Quote taken from vide

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STORY
of transformation

from drug use. Sometimes, I didn’t know where I was going to
my life. My dad used to beat on my mom, and that really stuck
ing an income or any kind of thought of where I was going to
use of my background and drug use.

uto Training Center at City of Refuge. I’m doing better now since
ike family, and this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. It’s hard
nce to do something with your life. I see that these guys really
effort, I’ll have my own business and be able help other guys...”

eo shown at Shining the Light Gathering on October 20, 2016.

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