Refugepoint Inc

What it reported doing in 2024

Refugepoint focuses on two key programmatic areas:1. Self-reliance (host country solutions - hcs)through our self-reliance programs, we help refugees stabilize, build social and economic capital, and engage in dignified livelihoods in the countries to which they have fled so they can meet their own essential needs.2. Resettlement and other pathways to safety (third country solutions 3cs) through our 3cs programs, we help refugees who can't remain safely where they are to permanently and legally relocate to a safe, new country to rebuild their lives.refugepoint's strategies for improving the lives of refugees and thecommunities where they live are described in schedule o: as a core line of our work to support "third country solutions" forrefugees (assisting refugees in their journey from the flight fromtheir home country, to the country of asylum, and then to a thirdcountry for purposes of safety and protection), refugepoint partnerswith the un high commission for refugees (unhcr) to place refugepointstaff in key locations to assist with the identification, screening, and processing of refugees who may be eligible for resettlement. Usingthe same model, refugepoint adds private funds to extend capacity inlocations where unmet needs are identified. In addition to resettlement, staff may also engage in child protection assessments to determine the best course of action for children/minors who are in need of protection. Refugepoint also works with partners to expandopportunities for refugees by opening existing program serviceaccomplishments: pathways such as labor migration and familyreunification.refugepoint also engages in other work related to "third countrysolutions." programming centers on efforts to increase opportunitiesfor refugees to access needed protection through labor mobility, family reunification, educational opportunities and other pathways. As will all programming, we look for opportunities to pilot and demonstrate success of new programs. In addition to direct services, refugepoint identifies opportunities to build capacity for greater impact and prioritizes strategies that transform refugee response systems.in nairobi, kenya, the urban refugee protection program supportsrefugee households to become stable and to progress towardsself-reliance. With a core caseload of approximately 1,500 individuals, social workers and case managers work with clients to develop plans for achieving self-reliance. Skilled refugepoint staff deliver an integrated array of services including food, shelter, access to healthcare and education, individual and group counseling, smallbusiness start-up and others. We take advantage of existing strengthsin our nairobi programs by adding resources and establishingpartnerships to implement pilot projects and test innovative practicesin other locations. The refugee self-reliance initiative is amulti-stakeholder collaboration that promotes opportunities forrefugees around the world to become self-reliant and achieve a betterquality of life, while simultaneously advocating for the full enjoymentof their rights. The initiative was launched and is co-led byrefugepoint and women's refugee commission.

Financial Efficiency

• Mission deployment rate: 69%; rating input score 69
• Program expense ratio: 83.6%; rating input score 84
• Fundraising efficiency: $16.45 raised per $1 spent on fundraising; rating input score 52; 52nd percentile among comparable filings

Transparency & Controls

• Consistency checks: 93.3%; rating input score 93; 14th percentile among comparable filings
• Pay-setting controls: 1 of 6 controls in place; rating input score 17
  • Compensation committee: Missing
  • Independent consultant: Missing
  • Other Form 990s reviewed: Missing
  • Written employment contract: Missing
  • Compensation survey or study: Missing
  • Board or committee approval: Pass
• Foreign activity oversight: 1 of 8 controls in place; rating input score 12
  • Claims monitoring procedures: Pass
  • Requires narrative reports: Fail
  • Conducts field audits: Fail
  • May suspend future funding: Fail
  • Requires financial reports: Fail
  • Conducts site visits: Fail
  • Requires grant agreements: Fail
  • May require repayment: Fail
• Grant itemization coverage: 72.5%; rating input score 73; 15th percentile among comparable filings
• Major donor itemization: Yes; rating input score 100
• Related-party transparency: Limited

Accountability

• Independent voting board: 92.3%; rating input score 92; 25th percentile among comparable filings
• Governance controls: 9 of 9 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: Pass
  • Form 990 shared with the board: Pass
  • Board meeting minutes documented: Pass
  • Audit committee oversight: Pass
  • Independent financial-statement audit: Pass

Sustainability

• Operating margin: 19%; rating input score 81; 81st percentile among comparable filings
• Total-asset coverage ratio: 1.55; rating input score 52; 52nd percentile among comparable filings
• Liabilities to assets ratio: 0.04; rating input score 85; 85th percentile among comparable filings
• Officer compensation ratio: 12.7%; rating input score 12; 12th percentile among comparable filings

Growth

• Program expense growth: 13.9% per year; rating input score 100; 81st percentile among comparable filings
• Revenue growth: 14.4% per year; rating input score 100; 85th percentile among comparable filings
• Asset growth: 17% per year; rating input score 100; 85th percentile among comparable filings