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MArtin De PorresYouth & FAmilyservicesTouching Hearts, Instilling Hope, Transforming Lives2022Annual Report
Table of ContentsA message from our Executive Director 03Our Mission & Values 04The LaSallian Culture of Care 05Our Statistics 06Department Highlights 07Youth & Family Enrichment Programming 08 - 09Family Testimonial 10Staff Spotlight & Youth Success 11Financial Highlights: Fiscal Year 2022 12- 13Our Partners 14Our Donors 15Join our team 16
EON PARKSPRESIDENTA WORDFROM THEEXECUTIVE DIRECTORAs we conclude our forty-ninth year of service, I amtremendously proud of the mission-directed work ofMDPYFS, which has positively impacted the outcomesof countless young people and families in New YorkCity and beyond. Our work has never been morechallenging, yet it is done at a high level by atremendous team of talented individuals who aregenuinely dedicated to our Lasallian Culture of Care®model, which emphasizes “touching hearts, instillinghope, and transforming lives.”In FY 22, we served approximately 1,000 individuals inour continuum of care. Our community of servicerecipients includes young people and families in ourfoster care and juvenile justice residences, childrenand family treatment support services, fair futures,and care coordination through health homes services.Our programs make a difference and have positiveoutcomes when we examine their impact on theindividual, family, and community. These programsallow MDPYFS to build stronger communities, and weknow that to help our young people and familiessustain the success they have achieved while in carewith us, they will need stronger communities to drawfrom. The pages ahead will offer you a snapshot ofMDPYFS: our young people and families, our staff, ourservices, how we build community, and ourextraordinary model of care. We hope you will beinspired to partner with us in helping to touch hearts,instill hope, and transform lives. emphasize toHumbly in your service, Eon ParksHumbly in your service,Eon Parks3
OUR MISSIONAt Martin de Porres Youth & Family Serviceswe offer the opportunities necessary tomaximize the potential of the youth andfamilies entrusted to our care, and we believe,that when given the means and support,everyone can become more self-sustaining.Our Trauma Informed Lasallian Culture ofCare® model embraces all without distinctionand our programs and interventions aredeveloped to “Touch Hearts, Instill Hope andTransform Lives.”OUR VISIONWe envision a city in which no childor family is left marginalized orvulnerable to the intractable ills ofsociety. We see ourselves as agentsof change and by our work, we willtransform the lives of each child andeach family entrusted to our care, sothey become empowered and self-sustaining. 4 Helps us to understand ourselves, our gifts, and our limitations in serving youth and families.H U M I L I T Y
The model of care, which is the hallmark ofMartin de Porres Youth and Family Services(MDPYFS), is the trademarked LasallianCulture of Care, a trauma-informed practice.The Lasallian Culture of Care (LCC) has itshistorical roots in 17th Century France, withthe founding of the De La Salle ChristianBrothers serving the “children of theartisans and the poor, abandoned, and leftto themselves – far from the wholeness oflife.” This model of care was adopted andenhanced by MDPYFS upon our founding (in1974) and is used today to providecare for all youth who have been and areentrusted to our care. The foundationalelements of the Lasallian Culture of Carefocus on “touching hearts, instilling hope,and transforming lives.”LASALLIAN CULTURE OFCAREHighlight the young person’s Resiliency.Exploring the young person’s PotentialEstablishing Relational Connections for theyoung person to Caring, PositiveCollaborators.Guiding the young person to Empowermentand SustainabilityWe do this by placing the highest emphasis on thebuilding and nurturing of supportive, positiverelationships with our youth and families. The LCCis a relational model built on developing trust withour young people. It is a model that encouragesand practices positive encouragement and thebuilding of self-esteem, seeking to knowindividual rather than group needs. The LaSallianmodel develops a sense of family and community, emphasizing correction rather than punishment.We require staff to embrace specific values andvirtues to be mentors and role models, working"together and by association." Our model requiresstaff to view their work not as a job but as avocational journey and commitment. Lasallian Culture of Care framework for servingyoung people:| 5 Helps us to stop, think, and make good decisions.P A T I E N C E
6 |Helps us to be mindful and sensitive to the cultural and spiritual needs of youth, families and colleagues.P I E T YYouthEmployment100% FamiliesReunified100% FamiliesServed328Rank: 3/14Safety90%Agency Practice Area Rate:Rank: 1/14Permanency97%Agency Practice Area Rate:Rank: 3/14Well-Being89%Agency Practice Area Rate:From the FY22 Foster Care ScoreCardInternal Agency Data
| 7 Helps us to put into practice our values and training for the benefit of those entrusted to us.P R U D E N C ECHILD & FAMILY TREATMENT & SUPPORT SERVICES(CFTSS)DEPARTMENT HIGHLIGHTIn FY 22, MDPYFS made great strides in expanding our vision of building stronger communitieswith our programs that provided services to young people and families in their homes andcommunities. Our community-based programs, Care Coordination through Health Homes, andour Children and Family Treatment Support Services (CFTSS)/Home and Community-BasedServices (HCBS) programs, collectively began serving approximately 60% more clients. Theseprograms allow MDPYFS to reach into homes and communities where crucial support isnecessary to meet real-time needs. These programs also ease the stress, inconvenience, andpossible financial burden placed on young people and families of having to travel to meet theirservice provider at an inconvenient location outside of their community.Ms. Najimah McKenzieNajimah McKenzie's journey at Martin de Porres Youth andFamily Services began in 2015 as an intern at the QueensVillage close to home (CTH) facility. She then transitionedto roles such as HR/Finance Associate, Full-Time ServiceProvider, and Billing Coordinator. In January 2021, sheassumed the role of Director of Children & FamiliesTreatment Special Services (CFTSS) & Healthcare Billing &Collection Services (HBCS) . Her diverse experiences acrossdepartments have contributed to the success of the CFTSS& HCBS Departments. Najimah leverages her insights toguide Service Providers in building client relationships &delivering quality services, while also understandingparental expectations. She continually embraces growthand remains open to innovative ideas in her journey.Ms. Emelda AgardMs. Emelda Agard's journey with Martin de Porres Youthand Family Service began in March 2013 as an internfrom York College. Her roles evolved from Intern toYouth Specialist, Coordinator, and Director. Currentlyserving as the Director of the Medicaid Managed CareDepartment, she supervises nine Care Managers andmanages a caseload of 212 members. Ms. Agardpassionately believes in the rewarding impact of herwork with youth and families. Her unique positionrequires her to provide guidance and support,reinforcing her sense of purpose and the difference shemakes. She aspires to grow professionally, advocate forothers, and promote efficacy and equity in all endeavors.
YOUTH & FAMILYENRICHMENT PLANNINGPYA (Preparing Youth for Adulthood)Motivational Mondays (guestspeakers, i.e., firemen, police officers,actors, writers, entrepreneurs,athletes, formerly incarcerated)Drivers education/learners permitWeekly individual therapy sessionsFamily therapy sessionsCareer day & college toursDaily study hour (i.e., journaling, imageboards, afterschool work)PROGRAMS 8 |Helps us to think, speak and act with restraint, discretion and unpretentiousness.R E S E R V E
At Martin de Porress Youth and Family Services, we listen to theYOUTH when creating programs that will satisfy their interestwhile providing them with tools to empower their journey.Healthy exercise (baseball/basketball,football, weightlifting, RPM, launch,etc.)Weekly community activity (museum,movies, bowling, Weekly tutoring servicesBarbering program (spring 2024)Each one teach one mentoring group(winter 2023)Monthly family activities (dinners,hiking, park outings, movie night,fishing, etc.)PROGRAMS| 9 Is the ability to be able to listen, and to know when to speak. S I L E N C E
10 | Gives us the ability to be mindful, while physically and mentally alert to the needs of our youth and families.V I G I L A N C E“They even help me with therapy. Everytime that I’ve asked for help with mydaughter, Martin de Porres has beenthere even though she is not in theprogram.” “I didn’t have much time with my kids,but Martin de Porres made it happenwith their activities. I always lookforward to the family activities andhaving my family all together. Everyoneis so wonderful there.”-Mrs. Shabana AliPart of our mission at Martin de Porres Youth &Family Services is to foster a loving-familyenvironment for children and parents to thrive.That mission is made so much more difficultwhen the children have been displaced.MDPYFS watched the Ali family go throughtheir separation and then helped them in theirreunification.Though saddened by the separation of threechildren at three different agencies, this familyhas found a way to remain united. It was theoutstretched hands of the mother and fatherthat kept their children close. With the supportof MDPYFS, this family has persevered throughtheir darkest days and has stepped into abrighter future.Mrs. Shabana (Mother to Ismaael Ali) says, “Ihave three kids at different agencies, and I tellthe two other agencies that Martin de Porres isbest. They have helped my kids a lot.”MDP SPOTLIGHT:ALI FAMILY TESTIMONIALM2 0 2 2A n n u a lR e p o r tPF
| 11 Gives us the ability to discern what is true, right and important in our service to youth and families.W I S D O MDYA l e x n d r oSI Alexandro Ramirez was challenged withbeing discharged from Martin De Porresinto the Marine Corps. I was young and thesole provider for my immediate family. Iwas only able to keep my faith and keepgoing due to the continuous support ofMDP. I didn’t have money to feed myself attimes and I would reach out to my favoritestaff Domo. I would ask Ms. T occasionallyfor money due to it coming with a speech. Ioften thought to myself how I wouldsurvive without the support from my staff.I look at them as family, not staff. I havelearned a lot about myself and how toapproach the real world. I didn’t likefollowing rules or hearing the staffencourage me when I was a resident. I amnow a leader who continues to encouragemy colleagues and wife. I owe my successto Martin De Porres. I will forever bethankful and grateful for Martin De Porres,an agency who became my family. I wouldlike to thank everyone but a special shoutout to Ms. T , Sean, Domo and Charles.When I make it big I won’t forget about youguys. P.S I am now on my third promotionin the Marines. I am now a sergeant.MDP SPOTLIGHT:FORMER YOUTH ALEXANDRO
$ 266,443480,000752,147 - - 1,498,590 492,796 $ 1,991,386 $ 272,066 - 806,147 1,600,000 - 2,678,213 (824,757) $ 1,853,456 12 | Describes the passion our staff have to serve the youth and families entrusted to our care.Z E A LCashAccounts receivableMarketable securitiesProperty and equipment, netLiabilitiesAccounts payable and accrued expensesLine of credit Due to Administration for Children's ServicesPayroll Protection Program Other liabilities Total LiabilitiesNet AssetsWithout Donor RestrictionsASSETS LIABILITIES AND NET ASSETSStatements of Financial PositionStatements of Activities New York City Close to Home-Queens Village/OzoneAgency Operating Boarding House (AOBH)Fair FuturesChildren and FamilyTreatment Support Services (CFTSS)MedicaidManaged careUnrealized gain (loss) on investmentsGain on sale of propertyOther incomeInterest revenueTotal Support and Revenue EXPENSESProgram servicesManagement and generalTotal ExpensesChange in Net AssetsNET ASSETSBeginning of yearEnd of yearSUPPORT AND REVENUEYear Ended June 30, 2022$ 2,894,237 1,612,442 42,360 917,629 273,556 603,82198 (85,088) - 2,059,563 18,123 8,336,643 6,197,391 821,699 7,019,090 1,317,553 (824,757)$ 492,7962021$ 2,469,176 1,753,171 62,460 570,808 194,786 333,698 4,514 790,000 402,741 -6,581,354 6,124,290 781,644 6,905,934 (324,580) (500,177)$ (824,757) 2022 $ 233,989 1,178,410 528,987 50,000 $ 1,991,386 June 30, 2021 $ 611,105 921,773 259,95360,625 $ 1,853,456
ACS72.4%Federal23.5%Medicaid4%Government funding80.9%Agency generated funding19.1%FY22 FY21CFTSS Managed Care Close 2 Home (C2H)3,000,000 2,000,000 1,000,000 0 Leads us to give of our talents, knowledge and time in service of others. G E N E R O S I T YPercent of GovernmentfundingRevenue SourcesProgram Revenue Growth| 13
OUR PARTNERS 14 | Is the ability to motivate youth and families through our gentle touch of wisdom, guidance, kindness and care.G E N T L E N E S SS T . M A R YM A G D A L E N E
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MARTIN DE PORRESYOUTH & FAMILY SERVICESTHANKYOUCONTACT US :718-527-0606www.MDPYFS.orgInfo@MDPYFS.org218-24 136th Avenue Springfield Gardens, 11413As we conclude this report on our forty-ninth year of service, we extend our heartfeltgratitude to you, our valued readers. Your commitment to learning about the work ofMartin De Porres Youth and Family Services in Fiscal Year 2022 is deeply appreciated. Yourinterest and support fuel our dedication to touching hearts, instilling hope, andtransforming lives. It is through your engagement that we find the inspiration to continueexpanding our vision, reaching into homes and communities, and building strongercommunities for the young people and families we serve. We sincerely hope that theinsights shared in this report have resonated with you and inspire you to join hands with usin our mission. Together, we can make a lasting impact, one that extends far beyond thesepages, as we strive to create brighter, more inclusive futures for all.