Elizabeth Fry Society of Calgary
STAR RATINGCi's Star Rating is calculated based on the following independent metrics: |
B
RESULTS REPORTING
Grade based on the charity's public reporting of the work it does and the results it achieves.
Good
DEMONSTRATED IMPACT
The demonstrated impact per dollar Ci calculates from available program information.
NEED FOR FUNDING
Charity's cash and investments (funding reserves) relative to how much it spends on programs in most recent year.
92%
CENTS TO THE CAUSE
For a dollar donated, after overhead costs of fundraising and admin/management (excluding surplus) 92 cents are available for programs.
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Programs
About Elizabeth Fry Society of Calgary:
Founded in 1965, Elizabeth Fry Society of Calgary (EFry) aims to support vulnerable people involved with the criminal justice system. In particular, its services target women, children, newcomers to Canada, and Indigenous groups. The charity works to end cycles of poverty that lead to increased risks of crime, incarceration, and further financial harm. Elizabeth Fry Society of Calgary reports that 80% of incarcerated Canadian women are jailed for poverty-related crimes, nearly half of which involve inabilities to pay fines. The charity also states that Indigenous people make up 27% of admissions to federal prisons, despite comprising only 5% of the population.
A Charity Intelligence 2020 Top 5 Calgary Impact Charity
In total, Elizabeth Fry Society of Calgary states that it operates seven main programs: Affordable Housing, Immigrant Legal Advocacy, Court Programs, Indigenous Cultural Supports, Legal Advocacy, Prison Community Outreach, and SAGE/Employment Readiness. EFry does not disclose how much it spent on each program.
Recognizing that the court system is difficult to navigate, EFry assists clients with legal forms and connects them to legal resources. In F2018, the charity helped 3,987 youths and 1,926 adults as they progressed through court processes. During the year, 140 newcomers accessed guidance on immigration processes through EFry’s legal advocacy programs. EFry also provided counseling and support to 1,726 people in prison, offering life skills and mentorship to aid in their transition back into society.
A criminal record can lead to challenges in finding employment or housing. Through its 12-week SAGE program, EFry works to bridge the gap between release from prison and financial stability. The SAGE program supports women seeking life skills, emotional wellness, cultural connections, and planning abilities that empower them to pursue education or employment. In F2018, 21 women participated in SAGE. The charity also works with landlords and local agencies to find housing for women and their families. EFry aims to provide housing that is affordable, transit-friendly, and close to businesses where clients can find work.
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Results and Impact
Charity Intelligence has rated Elizabeth Fry Society of Calgary as Good impact based on demonstrated impact per dollar.
Between 2015 and 2019, EFry reported that 33% of SAGE graduates found employment after the program. Furthermore, 50% of SAGE graduates upgraded their education and 33% of SAGE graduates pursued additional employment training programs. In F2019, EFry also surveyed participants in its Indigenous programs. The charity found that 88% of respondents gained confidence, 89% felt a sense of belonging, and 92% claimed that the program helped in their progress towards future goals.
While Ci highlights these key results, they may not be a complete representation of Elizabeth Fry Society of Calgary’s results and impact.
Impact Rating: Good
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Finances
Elizabeth Fry Society of Calgary is a small charity with donations of $967k in F2019. The charity received $552k in government funding, representing 36% of total revenues. Administrative costs are 6% of revenues (less investment income) and fundraising costs are 2% of donations. This results in total overhead spending of 8%. For every dollar donated to the charity, 92 cents go to the cause. This falls within Ci’s reasonable range for overhead spending.
EFry has $815k in total funding reserves. This means the charity can cover 55%, or between 6 and 7 months, of annual program costs with its existing reserves.
This charity profile is an update that has been sent to Elizabeth Fry Society of Calgary for review. Changes and edits may be forthcoming.
Updated on June 25, 2020 by Eric Zhao.
Financial Review
Fiscal year ending December
|
2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Administrative costs as % of revenues | 5.5% | 7.2% | 8.0% |
| Fundraising costs as % of donations | 2.1% | 3.0% | 2.5% |
| Total overhead spending | 7.6% | 10.2% | 10.5% |
| Program cost coverage (%) | 55.4% | 81.4% | 28.7% |
Summary Financial StatementsAll figures in $s |
2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Donations | 966,759 | 710,931 | 803,691 |
| Government funding | 551,987 | 311,504 | 503,367 |
| Fees for service | 0 | 5,375 | 12,900 |
| Investment income | 9,448 | 4,466 | 0 |
| Other income | 0 | 0 | 3,735 |
| Total revenues | 1,528,194 | 1,032,276 | 1,323,693 |
| Program costs | 1,470,227 | 1,050,231 | 1,175,919 |
| Administrative costs | 83,813 | 74,403 | 106,128 |
| Fundraising costs | 20,584 | 21,367 | 19,767 |
| Other costs | 6,263 | 5,175 | 4,976 |
| Total spending | 1,580,887 | 1,151,176 | 1,306,790 |
| Cash flow from operations | (52,693) | (118,900) | 16,903 |
| Capital spending | 22,232 | 0 | 0 |
| Funding reserves | 814,917 | 855,099 | 337,742 |
Note: Ci has adjusted for amortization of deferred capital contributions, affecting total revenues by ($1k) in F2019, ($1k) in F2018, and ($7k) in F2017.
Salary Information
$350k + |
0 |
$300k - $350k |
0 |
$250k - $300k |
0 |
$200k - $250k |
0 |
$160k - $200k |
0 |
$120k - $160k |
0 |
$80k - $120k |
0 |
$40k - $80k |
10 |
< $40k |
0 |
Information from most recent CRA Charities Directorate filings for F2018
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Comments & Contact
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