Project Overview
The TRUE Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation in the District of Columbia working to increase access to trauma-focused, evidence-based care and prevention services for D.C. area children and families. We are looking for an appropriately credentialed and skilled volunteer to complete and file our 990 EZ. All data and information required for completion of the 990 EZ will be available to the volunteer. The volunteer will work directly with the company treasurer.
As a new nonprofit, we want to ensure that we are completing all the appropriate regulatory forms to maintain our 501(c)(3) status and to continue our mission to increase equitable access to trauma-based training, intervention, and prevention services for children, families, community members, and professionals. We are currently focused on maintaining services to children in need, and thus need the help to keep our mission moving forward.TRUE has engaged a contracted Controller to prepare the necessary material. The Project will be considered successful when the form has been submitted and accepted.
Nonprofit Overview
OUR MISSION
Increase access to trauma-focused, evidence-based care and prevention services for D.C.-area children and families.
Our approach includes culturally competent mental health services, training and support for child-serving systems, and promoting public understanding of trauma and prevention.
Our vision is to build a world where traumatic life experiences are understood, treated, and prevented, and in which all families have equal access to effective and compassionate trauma-informed care.
Our Story
TRUE Center was founded to increase equitable access to trauma-based training, intervention, and prevention services for children, families, community members, and professionals—regardless of ability to pay. While almost half of DC children have experienced trauma, most children who need mental health support after trauma don’t receive it – a gap that is even more pronounced for children of color. High costs, long waitlists, limited hours, and long distances to effective treatment resources make recovering from trauma inaccessible to all but a privileged few. Many caregivers and community members are so overworked and under-resourced that they can’t respond effectively to every child that needs their help. All of this means that DC area children and families are more vulnerable to experiences of trauma, and those who most need support don't have access to it.
TRUE stands for Trauma Resilience Understanding and Education. Resilience, understanding, and education are all part of effective and compassionate care for children and families who have been through trauma. Our patients tell their truth in treatment. Our team wanted our name to not only reflect the services we provide but also our standards and commitment to provide every child equal access to treatment and prevention services that work.