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https://www.allianceforeatingdisorders.com/
4400 N CONGRESS AVE STE 100
West Palm Bch FL 33407-3221
West Palm Bch FL | IRS ruling year: 2001 | EIN: 65-1080905
Organization Mission
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This charity's score is 88%, earning it a Three-Star rating. If this organization aligns with your passions and values, you can give with confidence.
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National Alliance for Eating Disorders has earned a 85% for the Accountability & Finance beacon. See the metrics below for more information.
This beacon provides an assessment of a charity's financial health (financial efficiency, sustainability, and trustworthiness) and its commitment to governance practices and policies.
This Accountability & Finance score represents IRS Form 990 data up until FY 2021, which is the most recent Form 990 currently available to us.
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Not ApplicableBoard Composition - 13/13 - 35/35 ptsBoard Composition - 13/13 - 35/35 pts
Charity Navigator looks for at least 3 board members, with more than 50% of those members identified as independent (not salaried).
The presence of an independent governing body is strongly recommended by many industry professionals to allow for full deliberation and diversity of thinking on governance and other organizational matters.
Source: IRS Form 990
Independent Audit or Financial Review - N/A - 0/0 ptsIndependent Audit or Financial Review - N/A - 0/0 pts
An Audit, Review, or Compilation provides important information about financial accountability and accuracy. Organizations are scored based on their Total Revenue Amount:
| Total Revenue Amount | Expectation to Receive Credit |
|---|---|
| $1 million or higher | Expected to complete an audit |
| $500,000 - $1 million | Expected to complete an audit, review, or compilation |
| Less than $500,000 | No expectation (removed from scoring methodology) |
Source: IRS Form 990
Conflict of Interest Policy - Listed - 5/5 ptsConflict of Interest Policy - Listed - 5/5 pts
Charity Navigator looks for the existence of a conflict of interest policy on the Form 990 as an accountability and transparency measure.
This policy protects the organization and by extension those it serves, when it is considering entering into a transaction that may benefit the private interest of an officer, director and/or key employee of the organization.
Source: IRS Form 990
Board Meeting Minutes - Documented - 5/5 ptsBoard Meeting Minutes - Documented - 5/5 pts
Charity Navigator looks to confirm on the Form 990 that the organization has this process in place as an accountability and transparency measure.
An official record of the events that take place during a board meeting ensures that a contemporaneous document exists for future reference.
Source: IRS Form 990
Document Retention and Destruction - Listed - 5/5 ptsDocument Retention and Destruction - Listed - 5/5 pts
Charity Navigator looks for the existence of a document retention and destruction policy per the Form 990 as an accountability and transparency measure.
This policy establishes guidelines for the handling, backing up, archiving and destruction of documents. These guidelines foster good record keeping procedures that promote data integrity.
Source: IRS Form 990
Whistleblower Policy - Listed - 5/5 ptsWhistleblower Policy - Listed - 5/5 pts
Charity Navigator looks for the existence of a whistleblower policy per the Form 990 as an accountability and transparency measure.
This policy outlines procedures for handling employee complaints, as well as a confidential way for employees to report financial or other types of mismanagement.
Source: IRS Form 990
Website - Listed - 5/5 ptsWebsite - Listed - 5/5 pts
Charity Navigator looks for a website on the Form 990 as an accountability and transparency metric.
Nonprofits act in the public trust and reporting publicly on activities is an important component.
Source: IRS Form 990
Full CreditPartial CreditNo CreditNot ApplicableLiabilities to Assets Ratio - 100.00% - 0/15 ptsLiabilities to Assets Ratio - 100.00% - 0/15 pts
The Liabilities to Assets Ratio is determined by Total Liabilities divided by Total Assets (most recent 990). This ratio is an indicator of an organization’s solvency and/or long-term sustainability.
| Liabilities to Assets Ratio | Amount of Credit Received |
|---|---|
| Less than 50% | Full Credit |
| 50% - 59.9% | Partial Credit |
| 60% or more | No Credit |
Source: IRS Form 990
Program Expense Ratio - 77.64% - 25/25 ptsProgram Expense Ratio - 77.64% - 25/25 pts
The Program Expense Ratio is determined by Program Expenses divided by Total Expense (average of most recent three 990s). This measure reflects the percent of its total expenses a charity spends on the programs and services it exists to deliver.
| Program Expense Percentage | Amount of Credit Received |
|---|---|
| 70% or higher | Full Credit |
| 60% - 69.9% | Partial Credit |
| 50% - 59.9% | Zero Points for Program Expense Score |
| Below 50% | Zero Points for Both Program Expense AND Liabilities to Assets Scores |
Source: IRS Form 990
No Data Available
Revenue and expense data is not available for this organization. This data is only available if this charity has at least one year of electronically-filed Form 990 data filed within the last six years.
No Data Available
Key Persons data is currently unavailable for this organization. This data is only available if this charity has at least one year of electronically-filed Form 990 data filed within the last six years.
Below are some key data points from the Exempt Organization IRS Business Master File (BMF) for this organization. Learn more about the BMF on the IRS website
Foundation Status:
Organization which receives a substantial part of its support from a governmental unit or the general public 170(b)(1)(A)(vi) (BMF foundation code: 15)
Affiliation:
Independent - the organization is an independent organization or an independent auxiliary (i.e., not affiliated with a National, Regional, or Geographic grouping of organizations). (BMF affiliation code: 3)
The Form 990 is a document that nonprofit organizations file with the IRS annually. We leverage finance and accountability data from it to form Encompass ratings. Click here to search for this organization's Forms 990 on the IRS website (if any are available). Simply enter the organization's name (National Alliance for Eating Disorders) or EIN (651080905) in the 'Search Term' field.
This organization was impacted by COVID-19 in a way that effected their financial health in 2020. This normally would have reduced their star rating. Due to the unprecedented nature of the pandemic, we give charities such as this one the opportunity to share the story of COVID's impact on them, and doing this pauses our revision of their rating. Charities may submit their own pandemic responses through their nonprofit portal.
National Alliance for Eating Disorders reported being impacted by COVID-19 in the following ways:
Program Delivery
Fundraising Capacity
Revenue
Staffing
Administrative Capacity
Grants Received
Balance Sheet
How COVID-19 impacted the organization's operations financially:
Securing funding for our various, life-saving programs has been made more difficult by the pandemic. Iniitally, fundraising was slightly up at the very beginning of the pandemic, but has since slowed, largely due to a false assumption that mental health issues do not need to be urgently addressed.
How COVID-19 impacted the organization's delivery of programs:
The pandemic abruptly halted the delivery of our in-person, life-saving services. Since March 2020, all of The Alliance's services have been provided virtually. We have seen an extreme increase in the demand for our services, and have even offered additional services since originally launching virtual programs.
How this organization adapted to changing conditions caused by COVID-19:
We have adjusted to the interruptions caused by COVID by innovatively moving all programs to virtual platforms, expanding our reach to more areas across the globe, and providing more services than ever before. Through virtual services, we remain connected with our community as well as with mental health providers.
Innovations the organization intends to continue permanently after the pandemic:
Prior to the pandemic, The Alliance hosted in-person services in local communities across the nation. Since the COVID-19 pandemic began, we have pivoted to all-virtual services. Due to the success and broad reach of virtual services, we will continue to provide many services virtually, even once it's safe to return in-person.
Not Currently Scored
National Alliance for Eating Disorders cannot currently be evaluated by our Impact & Results methodology because either (A) it is eligible, but we have not yet received data; (B) we have not yet developed an algorithm to estimate its programmatic impact; (C) its programs are not direct services; or (D) it is not heavily reliant on contributions from individual donors.
Note: The absence of a score does not indicate a positive or negative assessment, it only indicates that we have not yet evaluated the organization.
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No 990 Program Data Found
National Alliance for Eating Disorders has earned a 100% for the Culture & Community beacon. See the metrics below for more information.
This beacon provides an assessment of the organization's culture and connectedness to the community it serves.
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Full CreditPartial CreditNo CreditNot ApplicableConstituent Feedback - Data Available - 100/100 ptsConstituent Feedback - Data Available - 100/100 pts
30% of beacon score
This organization reported that it is collecting feedback from the constituents and/or communities it serves. Charity Navigator believes nonprofit organizations that engage in inclusive practices, such as collecting feedback from the people and communities they serve, may be more effective.
Who are the people you serve with your mission? Describe briefly.
The National Alliance for Eating Disorders proudly services individuals susceptible to, currently struggling with, and recovered from eating disorders. We create a bridge for those needing and seeking help by connecting people with resources to assist them in recovery. We also work with individuals' families, partners, and caretakers. We also provide training and educational programs to professionals, including mental health clinicians, healthcare providers, community organizations, and students. Finally, The Alliance proudly partners with other community-based organizations focusing on a plethora of issues.
How is your organization collecting feedback from the people you serve?
SMS text surveys, Electronic surveys (by email, tablet, etc.), Focus groups or interviews (by phone or in person), Paper surveys, Case management notes, Community meetings or town halls, Constituent (client or resident, etc.) advisory committees, Suggestion box/email, Other means
How is your organization using feedback from the people you serve?
To identify and remedy poor client service experiences, To identify bright spots and enhance positive service experiences, To make fundamental changes to our programs and/or operations, To inform the development of new programs/projects, To identify where we are less inclusive or equitable across demographic groups, To strengthen relationships with the people we serve
With whom does your organization share the feedback you got from the people you serve?
The people we serve, Our staff, Our board, Our funders, Our community partners
How has asking for feedback from the people you serve changed your relationship with them or shifted power - over decisions, resources, rules or in other ways - to them?
By asking the individuals we serve for feedback, The Alliance has been better able to engage our clients in meaningful ways, tailor services to meet current demand, and reinforce or alter services for efficient purposes. Feedback is shared with appropriate staff and board members and is humbly used to improve our services and staff members. In soliciting feedback from clients, we are signaling a symbiotic relationship with our supporters and displaying our abilility to meet the community's needs. Through this, trust has increased, power is shared, and clients are able to continue their path to recovery.
What challenges does your organization face in collecting feedback from the people you serve?
It is difficult to get the people we serve to respond to requests for feedback, The people we serve tell us they find data collection burdensome, It is difficult to find the ongoing funding to support feedback collection
Briefly describe a recent change that your organization made in response to feedback from the people you serve.
In response to community requests, The Alliance continues to expand our programming and services. We have added more in-person support groups to our roster of free, weekly, therapist-support groups nationwide. In response to COVID-19, we also began offering virtual support groups, including support groups for special populations (LGBTQ+, Mom2Mom, Friends and Family). The Alliance also utilizes client/participant surveys in other programs and services. Data is utilized to identify opportunities for growth, to strengthen effective programs, and to pivot to meet communities' needs. Evaluation and feedback from program participants are required for all of your continuing education programs, and all available feedback helps inform future programs and initiatives.
Equity Practices - Data Available - 100/100 ptsEquity Practices - Data Available - 100/100 pts
70% of beacon score
This organization's score of 100 is a passing score. The organization reported that it is implementing 11 Equity Practices. Charity Navigator believes nonprofit organizations implementing effective equity policies and practices can enhance a nonprofit's decision-making, staff motivation, innovation, and effectiveness.
Equity Practices (6/7) | |
|---|---|
We review compensation data across the organization (and by staff levels) to identify disparities by race. | |
We ask team members to identify racial disparities in their programs and/or portfolios. | |
We analyze disaggregated data and root causes of race disparities that impact the organization/'s programs, portfolios, and the populations served. | |
We disaggregate data to adjust programming goals to keep pace with changing needs of the communities we support. | |
We employ non-traditional ways of gathering feedback on programs and trainings, which may include interviews, roundtables, and external reviews with/by community stakeholders. | |
We disaggregate data by demographics, including race, in every policy and program measured | |
We have long-term strategic plans and measurable goals for creating a culture such that one’s race identity has no influence on how they fare within the organization. | |
Equity Policies and Procedures (5/7) | |
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We use a vetting process to identify vendors and partners that share our commitment to race equity. | |
We have a promotion process that anticipates and mitigates implicit and explicit biases about people of color serving in leadership positions. | |
We seek individuals from various race backgrounds for board and executive director/CEO positions within our organization. | |
We have community representation at the board level, either on the board itself or through a community advisory board. | |
We help senior leadership understand how to be inclusive leaders with learning approaches that emphasize reflection, iteration, and adaptability. | |
We measure and then disaggregate job satisfaction and retention data by race, function, level, and/or team. | |
We engage everyone, from the board to staff levels of the organization, in race equity work and ensure that individuals understand their roles in creating culture such that one’s race identity has no influence on how they fare within the organization. | |
National Alliance for Eating Disorders has earned a 100% for the Leadership & Adaptability beacon. See the metrics below for more information.
This beacon provides an assessment of the organization's leadership capacity, strategic thinking and planning, and ability to innovate or respond to changes in constituent demand/need or other relevant social and economic conditions to achieve the organization's mission.
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Full CreditPartial CreditNo CreditNot ApplicableMission - 10/10 ptsMission - 10/10 pts
The nonprofit organization presents evidence of strategic thinking through articulating the organization's mission
The Alliance for Eating Disorders Awareness (The Alliance) is the leading national nonprofit organization dedicated to outreach, education, early intervention, support, and advocacy for all eating disorders. The Alliance offers accessible, comprehensive services across the nation, including free, weekly, therapist-led support groups; educational presentations and provider training; support and referrals through findEDhelp, nation's most robust, free, comprehensive referral helpline and website/apps; unique and empowering scale smashing events; advocacy for eating disorders and mental health legislation; and low-cost, life-saving outpatient treatment to underinsured and uninsured adults in south Florida.
Vision - 10/10 ptsVision - 10/10 pts
The nonprofit organization presents evidence of strategic thinking through articulating the organization’s vision.
Founded in October 2000, The Alliance has worked tirelessly to raise awareness; eliminate secrecy and stigma; promote access to care; and support those susceptible to, currently struggling with, and recovered from eating disorders. We create a bridge for those needing and seeking help by connecting people with resources to assist them in recovery.
Source: Nonprofit submitted responses
Goals - 20/20 ptsGoals - 20/20 pts
The nonprofit organization presents evidence of strategic thinking and goal setting through sharing their most important strategic goals.
Goal One: As eating disorder acuity and severity continue to rise, The Alliance will create new programs and services to meet the increased need for specialized services, including new local support groups.
Goal Type: New program(s) based on observed changes in needs among our constituencies/communities served.
Goal Two: The Alliance has a strategic goal to increase awareness of our and services by working within local communities and by engaging in low-cost grassroots outreach.
Goal Type: Grow, expand, scale or increase access to the existing programs and services.
Goal Three: To meet the increased demand for services, The Alliance is moving into a new headquarters in late 2021. This new home will provide a welcoming environment to clients and community stakeholders.
Goal Type: Invest in the capacity of our organization (financial, management, technical, etc.).
Leadership Development - 15/15 ptsLeadership Development - 15/15 pts
The nonprofit provides evidence of investment in leadership development
The Alliance proudly invests in leadership development for staff and board members. For example, in 2020, all staff members and contractors engaged in a multi-day diversity, equity, and inclusion training to ensure our programs are responsive and affirming. We regularly engage in continuing education seminars and training on topics including, but not limited to, team building, marginalized or underrepresented populations, cultural competency, trauma-informed care, and more. Furthermore, staff are regularly encouraged to seek additional leadership opportunities within their respective roles, such as membership to affiliations, networking opportunities, leadership institutes, and more. Several staff members serve on boards and are involved within local communities. Additonally, we are committed to tomorrow's new leaders and therefore offer a robust, multi-subject internship program for students.
Mobilizing for Mission - 15/15 ptsMobilizing for Mission - 15/15 pts
The nonprofit provides evidence of leadership through focusing externally and mobilizing resources for the mission.
Strategic Partnerships
Networks of Collective Impact Efforts
Thought Leadership
Raising Awareness
Community Building
Policy Advocacy
The Alliance proudly participatess in a variety of mobilization and engagement efforts related to mental health issues and other intersectional issues affecting our clientele. We partner with many like-minded organizations, businesses, and philanthropists to maximize the efficiency of programs and services, to ensure their staff are eating disorder informed, and to reach individuals who may otherwise not have access to specialized care. We also present at conferences, engage in interviews with the press, and often lead accessible training initiatives for specialized and non-specizliaed professionals. We have a robust social media department that utilizes new technologies to reach marginalized groups. Lastly, we also engage in direct advocacy efforts at the local, state, and national levels, primarily focusing on legislation that expands access to care.
Adaptability Story - 30/30 ptsAdaptability Story - 30/30 pts
The nonprofit has an opportunity to tell the story of how the organization adapted to tremendous external changes in the last year.
In the last year, The Alliance and the communities we serve have experienced many changes. We are proud to say that even though individuals experiencing eating disorders overwhelmingly reported increased eating disorder behaviors along with decreased feelings of hope, we met the increased demand for accessible care by providing more programs and services than ever before. As soon as the COVID-19 pandemic began to impact Americans, The Alliance swiftly transitioned all in-person services to a virtual platform. With this, the amount of individuals who have received our services has grown exponentially. Furthermore, we have begun offering new services and have expanded our staff to bring more diversity to our team. While individuals experiencing eating disorders face long wait times to access higher levels of care, navigate losses of insurance or income, and continue to be isolated, The Alliance is proud to meet the need by offering free, specialized care. While the impact included in our attached 2020 annual report are impressive, we have made an even more overwhelming impact in 2021 thus far.
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