2024 IMPACT REPORT
Letter from Our Ceo
Dear Broward House Family,
As the CEO of Broward House, I am writing to express my heartfelt thanks and deep gratitude for your unwavering dedication and support throughout 2024.
2024 was a year of rebuilding and transition for Broward House. Since stepping into the role of CEO, I’ve had the privilege of witnessing the heart of Broward House—our staff, our volunteers, and our community partners—come together in extraordinary ways.
At the core of our mission are four key pillars that form the foundation of Broward House —
- Transitional Housing,
- Behavioral Health,
- Case Management, and
- Testing & Outreach.
Each of these pillars reflects our belief that everyone deserves dignity, respect, and the opportunity to thrive. In the following pages, you’ll see the impact of your support. It’s a testament to the power of collaboration and the strength of our community.
Thank you for partnering with us. We look forward to making an even greater impact in 2025 and years to come!
With Sincere Gratitude,
Transitional Housing
We offer four levels of transitional housing assistance and assign a designated case manager to help each resident meet their unique goals:
Assisted Living Facility (ALF)
Comprised of 74 beds, this facility is for those who require continuous medical support in a safe and nurturing environment.
Step Up House
This semi-independent living option provides a supportive community, case management, life skills training, and ongoing health care.
Project Based Rental Assistance (PBR)
This program allows residents to continue receiving essential services while they transition to full independence for 1-2 years.
Tenant Based Rental Voucher (TBRV)
We provide rental assistance to ensure affordability, along with continued access to our comprehensive support services.
In 2024, we helped:
114 clients and served by our
Assisted Living Facility
145 individuals / families received housing
Client Spotlight: Jeannette's Journey
After surviving addiction and homelessness, Jeannette found hope and stability through Broward House.
After surviving addiction and homelessness, Jeannette found hope and stability through Broward House.
Renovation Efforts
For our End of Year campaign, we nearly raised $16,000 to help repair and update seven apartments for clients waiting to move in.
Behavioral Health
Free holistic and therapeutic support programs to individuals regardless of income, insurance, or HIV status.
98 individuals receive mental health services
Free mental health counseling, psychiatric assessments, and medication management for low-income individuals living with HIV.
- Last year, 148 individuals received crucual support needed to manage their mental health.
Expands behavioral health access for racially and ethnically underserved communities.
- Our CLEAR Path program is at a 72% retention rate, exceeding the national average.
56 individuals engaged in Substance Abuse Treatment
The only HIV-specific substance use treatment in South Florida, and a leader in meth recovery care. Specialized programming for trans individuals and LGBTQ+ clients.
- Since being in the program, 64% of our clients have abstained from substances.
- In 2024, 100 clients have received the support they need to address their addiction and begin their process of recovery.
“I didn’t realize how important mental health was until I came to Broward House. As a person living with HIV and suffering from substance use disorder, the Positive Healing program helped me improve in all areas of my life.”
Testing and Outreach
Free, quick, and confidential HIV, STI, and Hepatitis C testing at our Client Service Center and mobile units.
Broward County ranks #14 in the country for HIV rates.
Our team of Linkage Specialists help individuals achieve a suppressed viral load, significantly improving the quality of their life.
241 community outreach activities conducted
2,516 HIV tests administered
858 STI tests and
498 Hep C tests provided
Case Management
Each client is matched with a Case Manager who advocates for their needs and helps build a plan for stability.
How Our Case Managers Help Our Clients
Medical Appointments
Mental Health Referrals
Wellness Planning
Housing Support
Transportation
Appointment Help
Insurance & Benefits
Life Skills Coaching
Peer Support
“I didn’t know much about [Broward House], so when I came and interviewed with someone, things went really good and they took me in and they helped me remedy my drug situation.”
“There’s a lot of resources out there that are unknown for clients and there’s that lack of education for clients, so case management provides that connection”
392 clients received Medical Case Management
1,981 clients received Non-Medical Case Management
Timeline of Events
FLORIDA AIDS WALK | March 9
Walked to raise visibility and funding for HIV prevention.
GRAND REOPENING | April 12
Reopened our Assisted Living Facility after a local flooding.
DINING OUT FOR LIFE | April 24
Partnered with local restaurants to raise funds for our services
THE JOY RIDE | November 22-23
Rode from Miami to Key West to raise HIV awareness
WORLD AIDS DAY | December 1
Honored lives lost and reaffirmed our mission to ending the HIV epidemic.
2024 INCOMES & EXPENSES
HOW MUCH MONEY WE MADE
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FEDERAL, STATE, LOCAL GRANTS (70.2%)
$7,885,198
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NONOPERATING REVENUE (15.5%)
$1,745,516
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AHF CONTRIBUTIONS (8.9%)
$1,003,413
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FUNDRAISING & SPECIAL EVENTS (3.1%)
$344,864
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OTHER CONTRIBUTIONS (1.5%)
$165,604
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OTHER INCOME (0.8%)
$85,710
HOW WE SPENT THE MONEY
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PROGRAM SERVICES (80.9%)
$9,044,681
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GENERAL & ADMIN (17.2%)
$1,922,171
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FUNDRAISING (1.9%)
$214,346
MAJOR FUNDERS & DONORS
Government & Public Sector
- Broward County (multiple programs)
- Broward County, Housing Options, Solutions, and Supports Division
- City of Fort Lauderdale / HOPWA
- Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)
- DCF-BBHC (Department of Children and Families / Broward Behavioral Health Coalition)
- Department of Health
- Florida Department of Health for the Testing and Prevention Grants
- HOPWA Competitive Grant for the Oz House
- Office of HIV Housing, Department of Housing and Urban Development
- Ryan White Program – Broward County
- SAMHSA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration)
Private Foundations & Collaboratives
-
AIDS Healthcare Foundation
- Broward CARES Funding Collaborative
- Community Foundation of Broward
- Farris Foundation
- Our Fund Foundation
- Papa John’s Building Better Community Fund
- Warten Foundation
EXECUTIVE TEAM
Nicole Burrell
Chief Executive Officer
James Lai
Chief Financial Officer
Karen Whyte
Chief Operating Officer
Local Advisory Board of Directors
Robert Moelius
Board Member
Michael Rohrs
Board Member