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Sensory Theatre Endless Possibilities Inc

Sensory + Theatre= Endless Possibilities

aka STEP VA, Inc.   |   Fredericksburg, VA   |  http://stepva.org

Mission

To empower people with disabilities and their families though creative expression and sensory exploration. Our vision is to give each individual the opportunity to reach their full potential, be their authentic selves, and become a valued member of the local community. STEP VA aims to provide experiences in the performing and visual arts that develop the individual expression of all people with disabilities, regardless of age or ability. STEP VA leads with values and beliefs that recognize that all people with disabilities can develop to their full potential and engage in a just, equitable community when supported with the appropriate accommodations. Through the arts, all people can be heard and seen; the possibilities are endless!

Notes from the nonprofit

.Did you know that 1 in 5 or about 56 million people have a disability. Well at STEP VA, we serve people with disabilities and their families through art-based classes, workshops, musical experiences, and summer camps. In fact, we are the only organization in the regional area, who exclusively celebrates neurodiversity so that all people can be heard and seen regardless of perceived barriers; the possibilities are endless! Walk with us on the STEP VA journey so you can hear their voices too. Check out our website at www.stepva.org , attend a performance with a friend and witness firsthand the profound impact of these creative individuals on our community.

Ruling year info

2014

Executive Director

Mrs. Jan P. Monroe

Main address

PO Box 42154

Fredericksburg, VA 22404 USA

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EIN

46-3919345

NTEE code info

Other Art, Culture, Humanities Organizations/Services N.E.C. (A99)

IRS filing requirement

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Our programs

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What are the organization's current programs, how do they measure success, and who do the programs serve?

Virtual Connect Groups

Adult Connect Groups were created May 2020 in response to a need. Families shared that people with disabilities were experiencing extreme isolation and disconnection with friends due to COVID 19 outbreak. The program began as a 4-week pilot to give adults with disabilities a platform to engage with old and new friends. A facilitator set up the zoom meetings and serves as moderator to promote social interaction and activity negotiation. Currently there are 8-12 consistent attendees who also plan in person outings.
Expansion has included a Teen Connect group for ages 13-17 with the same goal. This group is led by graduate and undergraduate students from regional universities with 2-4 additional volunteers participating weekly. Individuals have developed friendships which have led deeper relationships outside of group.
Both groups have observed improved self-advocacy, communication, and deepening relationships in a safe space. They are FREE and open to any individual with a disability.

Population(s) Served
Age groups
Health
Family relationships

Spotsylvania Arts Camp (ages 6-23) 1 week (15 hour) camp exposing school-aged children to music, art, theatre, and dance classes culminating in a group performance at the end of the week.
Stafford Arts Camp (ages 6-23) is duplicated program to offer additional slots.
Tech Camp (ages 10-23) This is a new opportunity to learn set design, lighting, sound and stage management skills. These students will practice new skills in summer arts camps.
All camps are supported by trained volunteers ages 13-adult, who serve as camper buddies. Our volunteers receive community service ours and hands on experience led by certified professionals and skilled teachers leading each class.

Population(s) Served
At-risk youth

Where we work

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How we listen

SOURCE: Self-reported by organization

Seeking feedback from people served makes programs more responsive and effective. Here’s how this organization is listening.

done We shared information about our current feedback practices.

  • How is your organization using feedback from the people you serve?

    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 strengthen relationships with the people we serve, To understand people's needs and how we can help them achieve their goals

  • Which of the following feedback practices does your organization routinely carry out?

    We collect feedback from the people we serve at least annually, We take steps to get feedback from marginalized or under-represented people, We aim to collect feedback from as many people we serve as possible, We take steps to ensure people feel comfortable being honest with us, We look for patterns in feedback based on people’s interactions with us (e.g., site, frequency of service, etc.), We engage the people who provide feedback in looking for ways we can improve in response, We act on the feedback we receive, We tell the people who gave us feedback how we acted on their feedback, We ask the people who gave us feedback how well they think we responded

  • What challenges does the organization face when collecting feedback?

    We don't have any major challenges to collecting feedback

Financials

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Sensory Theatre Endless Possibilities Inc

Board of directors
as of 03/15/2023
SOURCE: Self-reported by organization
Board chair

Mrs. Corey Holmes

Carolyn P. McKinney

Keri Walker

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Brigid O'Leary

Carol Yeh

Noah King

Board leadership practices

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  • Board orientation and education
    Does the board conduct a formal orientation for new board members and require all board members to sign a written agreement regarding their roles, responsibilities, and expectations? Yes
  • CEO oversight
    Has the board conducted a formal, written assessment of the chief executive within the past year ? No
  • Ethics and transparency
    Have the board and senior staff reviewed the conflict-of-interest policy and completed and signed disclosure statements in the past year? Yes
  • Board composition
    Does the board ensure an inclusive board member recruitment process that results in diversity of thought and leadership? Yes
  • Board performance
    Has the board conducted a formal, written self-assessment of its performance within the past three years? No

Organizational demographics

SOURCE: Self-reported; last updated 9/8/2022
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Leadership

The organization's leader identifies as:

Race & ethnicity
Decline to state
Gender identity
Female
Sexual orientation
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Disability status
Person without a disability

Race & ethnicity

Gender identity

 

Sexual orientation

No data

Disability

Equity strategies

Last updated: 05/25/2022

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Data
  • We review compensation data across the organization (and by staff levels) to identify disparities by race.
  • 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 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.
Policies and processes
  • We use a vetting process to identify vendors and partners that share our commitment to race equity.
  • 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 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.