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Community Coalition on Homelessness Corporation

EIN 59-3340921 · Bradenton, FL

Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthFair68 out of 100GovernanceStrong100 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

THE MISSION OF TURNING POINTS IS TO PROVIDE, COORDINATE, AND FACILITATE SERVICES TO PREVENT AND TO REDUCE HOMELESSNESS IN MANATEE COUNTY, FLORIDA.

Income
$5.0 million
Spending
$5.2 million
Spent on programs
90%
Reserves
4.5 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 67%
Employees
58
Volunteers
836
Highest pay
$114,748, executive director

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Financial health

Fair: 68 out of 100. Higher than 55% of charities in its peer group (housing, $1m to $10m).

  • Reserves

    20 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 4.5 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 4% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    8 of 15

    Spending exceeded income by 4% of income.

  • Income trend

    5 of 15

    Income fell 14% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    90% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 4 cents.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Governance

Strong: 100 out of 100. Higher than 70% of charities in its peer group (housing, $1m to $10m).

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    15 of 15 voting board members are independent.

  • Conflict of interest policy

    15 of 15

    Has a written conflict of interest policy.

  • Whistleblower policy

    8 of 8

    Has a written whistleblower policy.

  • Record keeping policy

    7 of 7

    Has a written policy on keeping and destroying records.

  • Board minutes

    5 of 5

    Keeps minutes of board meetings.

  • Board sees the tax return

    10 of 10

    Gave the board a copy of this return before filing it.

  • Pay set independently

    5 of 5

    Sets its chief executive's pay through independent review and comparison.

  • Independent check of accounts

    15 of 15

    Its accounts were audited by an independent accountant.

  • No reported misuse

    10 of 10

    Reports no diversion of assets, excess benefits or loans to insiders.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 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. $2.0 million spent. MEDICAL / DENTAL CLINICS - The Turning Points Health Center is a community-based nonprofit clinic offering access to FREE, high-quality, compassionate medical, dental, and pharmacy services. To qualify for services, individuals must be 18-64 years of age, income-qualified, uninsured, and residents of Manatee County. Turning Points health center provided over $2,600,000 in free health care to Manatee County community members in fiscal year 2024-2025. (Expenses $ 306,436 including grants of $) COMMUNITY RESOURCE NAVIGATION PROGRAM - When families in crisis don't know where to turn, Turning Points community resource navigation team is there to help. The goal is to connect individuals and families to the many available community resources in our community. Navigators don't just refer people to other agencies-they make sure the connection is successful. They call agencies, confirm support is available, help fill out paperwork, gather necessary documents, and advocate to ensure that each family gets the help they need. No dead ends. No being shuffled from place to place. Just real solutions. (Expenses $ 181,714 including grants of $) Turning Points serves as the Community Coalition on Homelessness Corporation for Manatee County, as recognized by the State of Florida. In addition to providing direct services to individuals and families to prevent and end homelessness in our community, Turning Points also advocates in the community on issues related to homelessness. Major issues such as affordable housing, livable wages, access to healthcare, and education for families at risk are all contributors to the prevalence of homelessness in our community. Turning Points provides leadership in bringing awareness to these and other issues, educating the public about homelessness, its causes, and what the community can do to be part of the solution.
  2. $1.7 million spent. TRANSITIONAL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM - In Fiscal Year 2024-2025, Turning Points provided nearly $2 million in housing and utility assistance to individuals and families. While we assist those currently experiencing homelessness, our primary focus is on helping individuals and families remain stably housed. In addition to financial assistance, clients receive case management, support, and referrals to community partners, all designed to address barriers and help families maintain stable housing and achieve long-term stability. 81% of clients assisted through our rental assistance program over the past three years remained housed twelve months or longer.
  3. $460,949 spent. DAY RESOURCE CENTER - The Day Resource Center offers a safe and supportive environment for individuals experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness to meet their basic needs. Clients have access to hot showers, clean clothing, shoes, laundry services, restrooms, telephones, and a computer lab. Additional services include haircuts, mail delivery, and assistance with obtaining food stamps, birth certificates, and legal identification. The Day Resource Center's bike shop also plays a key role in providing opportunities by repairing and distributing bikes to over 700 clients annually, helping them improve mobility and access to resources. (Expenses $ 306,436 including grants of $) COMMUNITY RESOURCE NAVIGATION PROGRAM - When families in crisis don't know where to turn, Turning Points community resource navigation team is there to help. The goal is to connect individuals and families to the many available community resources in our community. Navigators don't just refer people to other agencies-they make sure the connection is successful. They call agencies, confirm support is available, help fill out paperwork, gather necessary documents, and advocate to ensure that each family gets the help they need. No dead ends. No being shuffled from place to place. Just real solutions. (Expenses $ 181,714 including grants of $) Turning Points serves as the Community Coalition on Homelessness Corporation for Manatee County, as recognized by the State of Florida. In addition to providing direct services to individuals and families to prevent and end homelessness in our community, Turning Points also advocates in the community on issues related to homelessness. Major issues such as affordable housing, livable wages, access to healthcare, and education for families at risk are all contributors to the prevalence of homelessness in our community. Turning Points provides leadership in bringing awareness to these and other issues, educating the public about homelessness, its causes, and what the community can do to be part of the solution.
  4. $306,436 spent. COMMUNITY RESOURCE NAVIGATION PROGRAM - When families in crisis don't know where to turn, Turning Points community resource navigation team is there to help. The goal is to connect individuals and families to the many available community resources in our community. Navigators don't just refer people to other agencies-they make sure the connection is successful. They call agencies, confirm support is available, help fill out paperwork, gather necessary documents, and advocate to ensure that each family gets the help they need. No dead ends. No being shuffled from place to place. Just real solutions.
  5. $181,714 spent. Turning Points serves as the Community Coalition on Homelessness Corporation for Manatee County, as recognized by the State of Florida. In addition to providing direct services to individuals and families to prevent and end homelessness in our community, Turning Points also advocates in the community on issues related to homelessness. Major issues such as affordable housing, livable wages, access to healthcare, and education for families at risk are all contributors to the prevalence of homelessness in our community. Turning Points provides leadership in bringing awareness to these and other issues, educating the public about homelessness, its causes, and what the community can do to be part of the solution.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Legitimacy checks

  1. 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.

  2. 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 October 13, 2026.

  3. 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.

  4. Is it keeping up with its IRS filings? Passed.

    Most recent return on file covers the year ending June 2025.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  5. How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.

    Recognized by the IRS since March 1996.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  6. 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 October 21, 2026.

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