HARBOR EMERGENCY MEDICAL EDUCATION FOUNDATION

Programs

1. HEMEF reimbursed the costs of food for weekly conferences for residents and faculty. It also covered food expenses at alumni events facilitating networking between residents and alumni in Emergency Medicine for future job opportunities. Furthermore a resident-obtained grant $9549 funded food at educational sessions for local high school students encouraging them to pursue healthcare careers. Food was also purchased from a wellness grant for the rounds room so that all staff have access to healthy snack at all hours $5342

   $27,727 spentof which $27,727 as grants
   17% of program spending

2. Not described on the e-filed return.

   $18,273 spentof which $18,273 as grants
   11% of program spending

3. Not described on the e-filed return.

   $17,094 spentof which $17,094 as grants
   11% of program spending

4. The Emergency Medicine program at Harbor Emergency Medical Education Foundation conducts interviews for about 160 applicants each year. During these interviews food is provided on interview days and at recruitment socials. Moreover mentors offer guidance on the application process to students during rotating visits. The Foundation further supports these interactions by reimbursing food expenses for these meetings facilitating a welcoming and supportive environment for aspiring medical professionals.

   $5,232 spentof which $5,232 as grants
   3% of program spending

5. This item encompasses the expenses related to educational conference registrations for residents faculty and fellows facilitating their professional development and knowledge enhancement. Additionally it covers the costs associated with training programs designed for new administrative staff ensuring they are equipped with the necessary skills to support our organizational operations effectively. These investments in education and training are essential to fostering a skilled workforce and maintaining high standards of service delivery within our nonprofit organization.

   $15,349 spentof which $15,349 as grants
   9% of program spending

6. The organization supports residents fellows and faculty by funding their professional society memberships. This support enables them to engage in national educational projects access essential resources and build valuable networks. By enhancing the competitiveness of our program through these memberships we attract top-tier candidates committed to delivering exceptional patient care.

   $7,360 spentof which $7,360 as grants
   5% of program spending

7. This expenditure covers the acquisition of educational materials training tools and textbooks. Specifically the equipment is utilized for evaluating first responders cardiopulmonary resuscitation techniques aiding in enhancing their skills and patient care. The data gathered not only enrich the existing literature but also play a crucial role in offering valuable insights to providers for continuous improvement in education and healthcare delivery.

   $8,664 spentof which $8,664 as grants
   5% of program spending

8. These funds were utilized as follows: 1 Paid the HEMEF CFO $500 monthly to oversee all reimbursements for the foundation. 2 Paid a clinical faculty member $1000 monthly to manage the new Social EM rotation exposing residents to specialized care for underserved populations. 3 Supported a part-time research assistant who assists PGY2 residents in completing Citi Human Subjects training through the IRB preparing all residents for potential research opportunities.

   $16,733 spentof which $16,733 as grants
   10% of program spending

9. The item pertains to the allocation of funds for payroll taxes associated with the employees listed in the adjacent line. This includes taxes such as Social Security Medicare and federal withholding taxes that the organization is responsible for withholding and remitting on behalf of its employees. This amount reflects the employers share of taxes based on employees wages and is an essential component of the organizations financial obligations related to its workforce.

   $4,453 spentof which $4,453 as grants
   3% of program spending

10. The organization supports staff by covering travel expenses for conferences including flights and ride shares facilitating their engagement and skill enhancement. Additionally reimbursing ride share costs for residents after late shifts underscores a commitment to their safety and security promoting a supportive environment.

    $4,925 spentof which $4,925 as grants
    3% of program spending

11. The organization incurs minor management fees to outside vendors amounting to $168 and also purchases office supplies totaling $707. These expenses are essential for the smooth operation of our programs and services ensuring efficient management and adequate resources for our staff to fulfill our mission effectively.

    $875 spentof which $875 as grants
    1% of program spending

12. During the fiscal year our organization disbursed $5,000 to the Society for Academic Emergency Medicine SAEM in honor of Dr. Amy Kaji. This contribution facilitated the creation of a dedicated medical student research grant made possible by the generosity of our alumni donors. Furthermore $14,797 was directed towards assisting medical students experiencing financial challenges particularly supporting them with expenses related to travel and lodging while completing rotations in Los Angeles. These grants played a vital role in easing the financial burdens faced by students as they pursued their medical education and research aspirations. The funding for these initiatives was augmented by the CalMedForce grant enhancing our ability to support these crucial programs.

    $19,797 spentof which $14,797 as grants
    12% of program spending

13. The Miscellaneous funds cover diverse activities not falling under specific categories. $6,514 supported graduation with $5,000 from the CalMedForce grant. Additionally $2,639 from a resident CIR grant bought TAP phone cards for patient enrollment in a substance use disorder study overseen by a faculty member. The remaining balance covered a California state sales tax assessment on significant items acquired in a prior year.

    $15,241 spentof which $6,639 as grants
    9% of program spending

14. For Part II line 4b an amount of $18,273 was reported without an accompanying explanation which unfortunately cannot be revised. This sum was allocated towards investing in IT systems aimed at improving the scheduling process for 64 trainees. Additionally these funds were used to acquire evaluation software to provide timely feedback to residents and to support educational session facilitation.

    $0 spent
    0% of program spending

The 14 programs described on its FY2025 Form 990, listed largest first by expense. Program spending in total: $161,723.