Sepa Mujer Inc
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
SEPA MUJER HAS BEEN SERVING IMMIGRANT WOMEN IN LONG ISLAND, NY SINCE 1993. WE BRING TOGETHER COMMUNITY MEMBERS AND ADVOCATES. TOGETHER WE SPEAK OUT AGAINST INJUSTICE, PROVIDE ACCESS TO OPPORTUNITIES AND SERVICES. WE STAND AGAINST DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AND PUSH FOR SOCIAL CHANGE.
- Income
- $3.8 million
- Spending
- $3.2 million
- Spent on programs
- 93%
- Reserves
- 2.5 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- government grants, 77%
- Employees
- 43
- Volunteers
- 75
- Highest pay
- $130,376, chief executive officer
Source: Form 990 for the year ending September 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Financial health
Fair: 50 out of 100.
Reserves
10 of 35Spendable reserves would cover 2.5 months of spending.
Debt
10 of 20It owes 47% of what it owns.
Living within its means
15 of 15Income exceeded spending by 16% of income.
Income trend
0 of 15Income fell 28% on the year before.
Spending floor
15 of 1592% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 2 cents.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending September 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Governance
Strong: 100 out of 100.
Independent board
25 of 256 of 6 voting board members are independent.
Conflict of interest policy
15 of 15Has a written conflict of interest policy.
Whistleblower policy
8 of 8Has a written whistleblower policy.
Record keeping policy
7 of 7Has a written policy on keeping and destroying records.
Board minutes
5 of 5Keeps minutes of board meetings.
Board sees the tax return
10 of 10Gave the board a copy of this return before filing it.
Pay set independently
5 of 5Sets its chief executive's pay through independent review and comparison.
Independent check of accounts
15 of 15Its accounts were audited by an independent accountant.
No reported misuse
10 of 10Reports no diversion of assets, excess benefits or loans to insiders.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending September 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Impact evidence
Describes programs. Its tax return describes what it does but we have found no measurable results in it.
Programs described in its return (5)
- $1.9 million spent. The Migrant Relocation and Assistance Program (MRAP) is designed to support migrant families by providing essential resources and services tailored to their unique needs.Through MRAP, we offer a variety of services, including case management, emergency assistance, and payment support for rent and utilities. Our dedicated staff works diligently to connect families with available resources, such as job placement, school registration for their children, social benefits, and legal representation. The Welcoming NY Campaign is dedicated to fostering an inclusive, supportive environment for immigrants throughout Suffolk County and New York. We offered resources, provide legal consultations and representation, organize Know Your Rights presentations, and conduct community outreach to advocate for immigrant rights. The campaign aims to create a New York where all residentsregardless of background can access essential resources.
- $585,621 spent. VICTIMS AND SURVIVORS PROGRAM: V.I.D.A (Viviendo Independiente con Dignidad y Aspiracion) The Victims and Survivors Program supports Latina immigrant victims of crime, addressing issues such as gender-based violence (domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking), hate crimes, gang violence, and wage theft. Launched in 2019 with funding from the New York State Office of Victim Services, the program has since expanded through additional support from the Office on Violence Against Women (OVW) for the Thriving Latinas, S.A.N.A.R.programs, CASITA transitional housing, the Office for Victims of Crime (OVC) for the Freedom Plan program to assist victims of human trafficking. Our 24/7 Ayuda Latina Hotline is the only 24/7 Spanish-English hotline for victims of gender-based violence, hate crimes, and wage theft, staffed by trained volunteers.
- $273,044 spent. LEGAL SERVICES: Access to high-quality and culturally sensitive legal services is essential for adults and children escaping abuse and violence. SEPA MUJER is dedicated to providing immigration legal services to immigrant victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and other forms of abuse. Legal assistance is available for those eligible for U visas, T visas, VAWA protections, gender-based asylum, and more, often at little or no cost. We understands the daily challenges immigrant victims face in Suffolk County, including workers rights violations, immigration raids, and lack of language accessan issue that can significantly impact the reporting of crimes. Together with community advocates, we fiercely support interpretation and translation services for crime victims, as mandated by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.
- $198,622 spent. EQUITY AND COMMUNITY EMPOWERMENT PROGRAM (ECEP): SEPA Mujers Equity and Community Empowerment Program (ECEP) serves the immigrant community on Long Island through education, leadership development, and essential resources for migrant families. Our Education and Outreach initiatives focus on building collective power by addressing critical social justice issues such as gender violenceencompassing domestic violence, sexual assault, and human traffickingas well as workers rights, including wage theft prevention and health equity. Our GIRLS A.C.T. (Activist. Creating. Transforming) Program provides Latina youth aged 14-20 in Suffolk County with a supportive space for mentorship and leadership. Participants engaged in activities such as college tours and hands-on experiences with our staff, fostering their creativity and commitment to social justice. The Uplift NY program provided job readiness,vocational training and employment support.
- $3,250 spent. Emergency Cash Assistance Program: SEPA Mujer Inc. continued to support immigrant families on Long Island through funds from the Emergency Food and Shelter Program (EFSP). This program provided financial relief for rent, mortgage, and food expenses to individuals in need, with a focus on single mothers, immigrant women survivors of gender violence, and immigrant women who lost their jobs and were ineligible for other forms of government assistance.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending September 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Legitimacy checks
Is it registered with the IRS? Passed.
Listed in the IRS master file of tax-exempt organizations as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
Has the IRS revoked its tax-exempt status? Passed.
Not on the IRS automatic revocation list.
Source: Automatic revocation of exemption list, Internal Revenue Service, file dated November 6, 2026.
Are donations tax-deductible? Passed.
On the IRS list of organizations eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions.
Source: Publication 78 data: organizations eligible for tax-deductible contributions, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
Is it keeping up with its IRS filings? Passed.
Most recent return on file covers the year ending September 2025.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.
Recognized by the IRS since December 1997.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
Is it in good standing with state regulators? Passed.
Not on California's list of charities barred from soliciting. Other states are not yet checked.
Source: May Not Operate or Solicit for Charitable Purposes list, California Attorney General, Registry of Charities and Fundraisers, file dated November 4, 2026.
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