Summit Academy Oic
Summit Academy Oic
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About this organization
Mission
Summit Academy OIC exists to assist individuals in developing their ability to earn and to become contributing citizens in their community. We support the development of self-sufficiency in every person, regardless of background, economic status, or level of ability. We strengthen the community by preparing individuals to assume their roles as workers, parents, and citizens.
About
SUMMIT ACADEMY OIC IS A NON-PROFIT VOCATIONAL TRAINING AND EDUCATIONAL CENTER BASED IN NORTH MINNEAPOLIS WITH 50 YEARS' EXPERIENCE HELPING TWIN CITIES' RESIDENTS IN ECONOMICALLY DEPRESSED NEIGHBORHOODS ACQUIRE THE TOOLS THEY NEED TO BECOME EDUCATED, EMPLOYED, AND SELF-SUPPORTING. SUMMIT ACADEMY IS THE ONLY COMMUNITY-BASED VOCATIONAL TRAINING AND JOB-PLACEMENT PROGRAM IN NORTH MINNEAPOLIS ACCREDITED BY THE NORTH CENTRAL ASSOCIATION COMMISSION ON SCHOOLS AND REGISTERED WITH THE MINNESOTA HIGHER EDUCATION SERVICES OFFICE.AT SUMMIT ACADEMY OIC, WE BELIEVE THE BEST SOCIAL SERVICE PROGRAM IN THE WORLD IS A JOB. GRADUATES FROM OUR ADULT EDUCATION PROGRAMS ARE GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO LIFT THEMSELVES UP FROM A LIFE OF POVERTY AND HOPELESSNESS ONTO A PATH THAT WILL LEAD TO A BETTER LIFE FOR THEMSELVES AND THEIR FAMILIES. WHERE BEFORE, THESE MEN AND WOMEN WERE LIMITED BY CHRONIC UNEMPLOYMENT, A COMPLETE LACK OF RESOURCES, AND IN MANY CASES, A LACK OF FAITH IN THEMSELVES, THEY NOW HAVE THE CHANCE TO FUNDAMENTALLY CHANGE THEIR CIRCUMSTANCES BY INCREASING THEIR INCOME AND THEIR QUALITY OF LIFE. WHEN ADULTS WORK FULL-TIME LIVING-WAGE JOBS, THEY BECOME ROLE MODELS TO YOUNG ADULTS AND CHILDREN, FAMILIES BECOME MORE STABLE, AND THE CYCLE THAT HAS KEPT THEIR COMMUNITIES POOR AND CRIME-RIDDEN IS BROKEN. THESE POSITIVE CHANGES CONTINUE TO RIPPLE OUT EVEN FURTHER INTO THE LARGER COMMUNITY AS FEWER SOCIAL SERVICES AND INCARCERATION COSTS ARE INCURRED AND GRADUATES BEGIN TO PAY TAXES. AFTER RECEIVING TRAINING IN COMMUNITY HEALTHCARE, ENERGY EFFICIENCY AND GREEN CONSTRUCTION, THESE GRADUATES HAVE GONE ON TO WORK IN JOBS THAT DIRECTLY IMPROVE MINNESOTA'S INFRASTRUCTURE.SUMMIT ACADEMY OFFERS ADULT EDUCATION AND SUPPORT SERVICES THAT ARE TAILORED TO THE SPECIFIC NEEDS OF THE COMMUNITIES WE SERVE. OUR CAREER AND TECHNOLOGY CENTER PROVIDES PRE-APPRENTICE TRAINING IN CONSTRUCTION (HUNDRED HARD HATS PROGRAM), WITH SPECIFIC TRACKS IN CARPENTRY AND ELECTRICAL WORK. THE CTC ALSO OFFERS PROGRAMS IN COMMUNITY HEALTHCARE WITH COMMUNITY HEALTH WORKER (CHW), CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT (CNA) TRAINING, MEDICAL ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT. FISCAL 2019 SAW THE INTRODUCTION OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY TRAINING IS SPECIALTY AREAS OF HELP DESK SUPPORT AND NETWORK OPERATIONS CENTER TECH. IN ADDITION TO THE POST SECONDARY OFFERINGS SUMMIT OFFERS A CONTEXTUALIZED GED PROGRAM THAT PROVIDES INDIVIDUALS WITHOUT A HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA THE OPPORTUNITY TO EARN A GED IN CONJUNCTION WITH ATTAINTING AN ADVANCED CERTIFICATE IN THE AFOREMENTIONED CARRERS. ALL CAREER TRACKS ARE ALL SUPPORTED WITH SERVICES THAT DEVELOP STUDENTS' LIFE SKILLS AND ASSIST IN JOB SEEKING, PLACEMENT, AND RETENTION. IN THIS FISCAL YEAR (JULY 1, 2018- JUNE 30, 2019), SUMMIT'S CAREER AND TECHNOLOGY CENTER SERVED 989 ADULT STUDENTS, AND 472 OBTAINED THEIR GED OR GRADUATED WITH A VOCATIONAL TRAINING CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION. OVER THAT TIME SUMMIT PLACED 424 ADULTS IN EMPLOYMENT, COMPARED TO 291 IN THE PREVIOUS PERIOD. JOB EARNINGS FOR ALL PROGRAMS ARE AT AN AVERAGE OF $16.52 PER HOUR.
Interesting data from their 2020 990 filing
According to the filing documents, the non-profit's mission is defined as “To assist individuals in developing their ability to earn and become contributing citizens in their community. we support the development of self sufficiency in every person regardless of background, economic status, or level of ability. we strengthen the community by preparing individuals to assume their roles as workers, citizens, and parents.”.
When referring to its tasks, they were referred to as: “Help individuals develop their earning potential and become contributing citizens in the community.”.
- The non-profit's state of operation has been legally reported as MN.
- According to the latest filing, the non-profit's address in 2020 is 935 OLSON MEMORIAL HIGHWAY, MINNEAPOLIS, MN, 55405.
- The total number of employees reported by the non-profit on their form for 2020 is 215.
- Is not a private foundation.
- Expenses are greater than $1,000,000.
- Revenue is greater than $1,000,000.
- Revenue less expenses is $204,140.
- The organization has 21 independent voting members.
- The organization was formed in 1966.
- The organization pays $5,051,419 in salary, compensation, and benefits to its employees.
- The organization pays $724,908 in fundraising expenses.