NAMI Collier County Inc

What it reported doing in 2024

NAMI Collier is a nonprofit that provides no cost mental health support, advocacy, and education to inspire resilience and strengthen communities in our region. With roots dating back to 1987, NAMI Collier County is a nonprofit that has been serving Collier Countys social, emotional and behavioral health needs for generations. You can count on us to coordinate a variety of programs that serve the needs of our participants and their families.NAMI Collier makes a positive impact on the communitys social, emotional and behavioral health by both raising awareness and putting boots on the ground managing a comprehensive array of programs and support groups for all ages. Our Programs HUGS (Health Under Guided Systems): This program offers mental health screenings, clinical oversight, and caregiver support for children aged 2 months to 22 years. Our dedicated care coordinators help families navigate the complex healthcare system and interventions along the continuum of care. Sarah Ann Life Skills and Support Program: A welcoming environment for adults with mental health needs aged 18 to 84+, providing life skills training and support Monday through Friday. Supportive Housing & Employment: We assist individuals in securing stable housing and achieving workplace success. Self-Directed Care: This unique coaching model empowers individuals to set and achieve personal life goals. Food Pantry and Giving Room: We provide weekly access to food and essential items for our participants and community members in need.Our Support Groups NAMI Connection: A recovery support group for adults living with mental illness. Recovery Skills: Teaching coping strategies and crisis planning. NAMI Family Support Group: A safe space for caregivers to share their experiences of challenges and success. Hearing Voices/Seeing Things: For individuals who hear voices, see visions, or have unusual perceptions. Autism Collier Parent and Grandparent Groups: Support for families of children with autism in collaboration with Autism Collier. Family to Family Program: An 8-session educational program for families of individuals with mental health conditions.Our ImpactIn the past year, we have made significant strides: Screened over 2,000 children and provided care coordination for 972 through our HUGS program. Supported an average of 35 adults daily through the Sarah Ann Life Skills and Support Program. Helped 149 individuals secure employment and 106 find stable housing. Enrolled an average of 90 participants annually in our Self-Directed Care program. For the past decade, Wilkins life was largely confined to the walls of a nursing home. Following a traumatic brain injury, progress seemed distant, and hope was hard to come by. All of that began to change this year when Wilkins joined our Sarah Ann Life Skills Program. With the compassionate support of our NAMI team, Wilkins is now making remarkable strides every day. His story is a testament to the power of resilience, community and dedicated NAMI Collier no cost mental health and wellness programs.When Lon, a Vietnam veteran, found NAMI Collier, we were able to help him secure a safe, affordable home. In October, Lon moved into his apartment, which is the first actual roof Lon has had over his head in 29 years. We are honored to accompany Lon on his journey to long-term success and mental wellness.Six-year-old Darrel was referred to the NAMI Collier HUGS program for emotional regulation, speech delay, and inappropriate behavior. Darrel had to change schools due to these challenges and after moving in 2023, his mom felt lost in the new school system. At NAMI Collier HUGS, we helped Mom find the necessary therapies for Darrel, including applying for Medicaid, establishing a psychiatrist and setting up speech therapy. Through our no cost program, NAMI Collier provided continuous support, leading to Darrel's ADHD diagnosis and appropriate medication. Since then, Mom reports significant improvements: his tantrums have decreas

Financial Efficiency

• Mission deployment rate: 75.5%; rating input score 75
• Program expense ratio: 79.3%; rating input score 79
• Fundraising efficiency: $17.08 raised per $1 spent on fundraising; rating input score 55; 55th percentile among comparable filings

Transparency & Controls

• Consistency checks: 94.1%; rating input score 94; 23rd percentile among comparable filings
• Pay-setting controls: Limited
• Foreign activity oversight: Limited
• Grant itemization coverage: Limited
• Major donor itemization: Yes; rating input score 100
• Related-party transparency: Limited

Accountability

• Independent voting board: 91.7%; rating input score 92; 22nd percentile among comparable filings
• Governance controls: 8 of 8 controls in place; rating input score 100
  • Conflict-of-interest policy: Pass
  • Whistleblower policy: Pass
  • Document-retention policy: Pass
  • CEO compensation review process: Pass
  • Other executive compensation review process: NotApplicable
  • Form 990 shared with the board: Pass
  • Board meeting minutes documented: Pass
  • Audit committee oversight: Pass
  • Independent financial-statement audit: Pass

Sustainability

• Operating margin: 5%; rating input score 51; 51st percentile among comparable filings
• Total-asset coverage ratio: 0.37; rating input score 12; 12th percentile among comparable filings
• Liabilities to assets ratio: 0.67; rating input score 14; 14th percentile among comparable filings
• Officer compensation ratio: 4.2%; rating input score 59; 59th percentile among comparable filings

Growth

• Program expense growth: 3% per year; rating input score 100; 28th percentile among comparable filings
• Revenue growth: 3.8% per year; rating input score 100; 33rd percentile among comparable filings
• Asset growth: 5.8% per year; rating input score 100; 39th percentile among comparable filings