Alternative Dispute Resolution
Providing mediation services as a voluntary alternative to litigation for individuals, businesses, and communities
Provides volunteer-led mediation services and conflict management training as an alternative to litigation
About Organization
Midlands Mediation Center helps individuals, communities, businesses, and organizations resolve disputes through volunteer mediators and conflict management training. Based in Columbia, SC, the organization has operated since 1998 with 5 employees and 57 volunteers. The center reported $162,078 in revenue for fiscal year 2022.
Alternative Dispute Resolution
Providing mediation services as a voluntary alternative to litigation for individuals, businesses, and communities
Community Mediator Training
Training and certifying community volunteers to serve as mediators and expand access to conflict resolution
Conflict Management Education
Teaching constructive conflict resolution skills to strengthen relationships and build community capacity
Form 990 data showing organizational financial health and growth.
Revenue (2022)
$162K
-18.1% vs 2021
Expenses (2022)
$173K
-24.4% vs 2021
Assets (2022)
$100K
-0.3% vs 2021
Employees (2022)
5
+0% vs 2021
| Year | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Employees |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $162,078 | $173,088 | $100,280 | 5 |
| 2021 | $197,981 | $229,011 | $100,629 | 5 |
| 2020 | $151,553 | $204,122 | $60,240 | 4 |
| 2019 | $154,806 | $174,648 | $144,711 | 5 |
| 2018 | $161,406 | $153,814 | $103,671 | 6 |
Source: IRS Form 990 filings. All figures in USD.
Parties in conflict contact the center to discuss their dispute and mediation options
Trained volunteer mediators are matched to cases based on experience and conflict type
Neutral mediators facilitate structured dialogue to help parties identify mutually acceptable solutions
Parties work toward voluntary agreements that resolve disputes without litigation
Services and programs offered by Midlands Mediation Center
Workshops and training for individuals and organizations on constructive conflict resolution techniques
Meet the people behind Midlands Mediation Center.
1998
1998
Midlands Mediation Center established to provide alternative dispute resolution services in Columbia
September 1998
September 1998
Granted tax-exempt status as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization
2021
2021
Organization reached highest annual revenue of $197,981 with expanded services
Board members, advisors, and key contributors
Information compiled from IRS Form 990 and organizational materials.
Top compensated officers & key employees from IRS Form 990
Total Reported (2022)
$39K
Highest Paid
$39K
Kabrina Bass
Compensated Officers
1
| Name | Title | Base | Other | Total | Hrs/Wk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kabrina Bass | Executive Director | $38,958 | — | $38,958 | 35 |
| Name | Title | Base | Other | Total | Hrs/Wk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kabrina Bass | Executive DIR. | $51,513 | — | $51,513 | 35 |
| Name | Title | Base | Other | Total | Hrs/Wk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kabrina Bass | Executive DIR. | $46,011 | — | $46,011 | 35 |
| Name | Title | Base | Other | Total | Hrs/Wk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kabrina Bass | Executive Director | $46,896 | — | $46,896 | 35 |
| Name | Title | Base | Other | Total | Hrs/Wk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kabrina Bass | Executive Director | $38,592 | — | $38,592 | 35 |
| Diane Free | Executive Director | $7,155 | — | $7,155 | 35 |
Source: IRS Form 990 filings. Compensation includes base and other reported compensation.
Economic Injury Disaster Loan Program (2020-2021)
Total Borrowed
$35K
Subsidy Cost
$5K
14% of loan
Loan Count
1
TO PROVIDE LOANS TO RESTORE AS NEARLY AS POSSIBLE THE VICTIMS OF ECONOMIC INJURY TYPE DISASTERS TO PRE-DISASTER CONDITIONS
Source: Small Business Administration • Economic Injury Disaster Loan Program (2020-2021)
Grant funding relationships from IRS Form 990 filings
Source: IRS Form 990 Schedule I filings. Amounts may span multiple tax years.