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THE VNA FOUNDATION OF CENTRAL NEW YORK

SYRACUSE, NY · EIN 161494283 · Form 990 · FY2024 · NTEE X00Z · Religion-Related · Small ($100K-$1M) · nascentiahealth.org
revenue
$165K
expenses
$179K
net assets
$1.0M
employees
0
volunteers
15
program ratio
53%
mission · from form 990

THE VNA FOUNDATION OF CENTRAL NEW YORK EXISTS TO SUPPORT AND PROMOTE PEDIATRIC HOME HEALTH CARE SERVICES TO WOMEN AND CHILDREN THROUGHOUT THE CENTRAL NEW YORK REGION. IT ALSO SERVES TO FOSTER THE EDUCATION AND DEVELOPMENT OF HOME HEALTH CARE PRACTITIONERS, ENSURING THE AVAILABILITY OF QUALIFIED CAREGIVERS INTO THE FUTURE.

profile · synthesized from sources

Nascentia Health is a home and community-based healthcare system serving patients across New York State. It provides in-home skilled nursing, personal care, managed long-term care plans, primary care, and supportive housing. The organization supports vulnerable pediatric and senior patients through its charitable foundation, which funds essential needs and care enhancements.

named programs · 6 · from sources

What they call their work

CarePath Training Program
Free training, financial support, and job placement assistance to help individuals begin careers as caregivers.
Nascentia Health Charitable Foundation
Raises funds to provide essential support such as food, clothing, medical supplies, and home modifications for pediatric and senior patients in financial hardship.
Nascentia Health Options (MLTC)
Managed Long Term Care plan for Medicaid-eligible individuals with chronic illness or disabilities needing long-term care at home.
Nascentia Health at Home (CHHA)
Provides skilled nursing and therapies in the home to support patients in remaining safely at home.
Nascentia Home Aides (LHCSA)
Trained and certified home health aides deliver compassionate personal care services in patients' homes.
Nascentia Neighborhood
Development of a mixed-use, aging-in-place community with independent and supportive housing for adults 55+ in Central New York.
activities · 9 groups

What they do

  • Historic Building Restoration and Preservation 1 activity
    • Develop mixed-use supportive housing through historic restoration
      Restores historic properties into mixed-use developments that provide independent and supportive housing options for individuals of all ages.
  • Holiday and Seasonal Essentials Distribution 1 activity
    • Distribute essential goods to vulnerable populations
      Distributes essential items such as 5,500 pairs of socks and school supplies (via Operation Backpack) to local organizations serving children, families, veterans, and individuals experiencing hardship.
  • Community Event Fundraising 1 activity
    • Fund community events and initiatives
      Funds community events such as Jazz at Beeches Manor and the Nascentia Neighborhood initiative, which draw hundreds of attendees and support broader community health and engagement goals.
  • Affordable Housing Development and Management 1 activity
    • Operate supportive and permanent housing for older adults
      Provides permanent supportive housing through The Gardens at St. Anthony, offering modern apartments for low-income seniors aged 55 and older in Syracuse, NY.
  • Comprehensive Care Management Services 1 activity
    • Provide care coordination and referral services
      Offers a referral process for home care and health insurance plan services through online and telephone channels, and assigns care managers to develop personalized care plans for members.
  • Adaptive Equipment Provision 1 activity
    • Provide financial and medical support to patients in need
      Provides financial assistance, medical equipment, home modifications, and essential supplies such as food, clothing, diapers, and bedding to pediatric and senior patients facing hardship.
  • Home Care Services for Elderly and Disabled 1 activity
    • Provide in-home care services for pediatric and adult patients
      Delivers expert, high-quality in-home care services including skilled pediatric home care, personal care, and long-term care for chronically ill or disabled Medicaid-eligible individuals. Services are provided by trained and certified home health aides across Central New York and New York State.
  • Community Health Center Services 1 activity
    • Provide primary and preventive medical care for adults
      Offers primary care services for adults aged 18 and older, including preventive care, chronic condition management, and coordinated support, delivered through home- and community-based models.
  • Healthcare Workforce Training & Career Pathways 1 activity
    • Train and develop home health care practitioners
      Offers free training, financial support, and job placement assistance to help individuals begin careers as caregivers, contributing to the future supply of qualified home health care practitioners.
financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$165K
Contributions & grants$169K103%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$6K4%
Other revenue$-10K
expenses
Total expenses$179K
Program expenses53%
Admin / overhead1%
Fundraising46%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$74K
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$1.02M
Cash$245K
Investments$338K
Liabilities$14K
Net assets$1.01M
Liquid reserves39.1 mo
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -3.0%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024

Who runs it

paid leadership · 2
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
MARY KATE ROLF CEO OFFICER 1 $701K
JUNE CASTLE CFO OFFICER 1 $361K
board members · 14
  • ANDREA CLAPS 24-25 — DIRECTOR
  • ANGELA BERNAT 21-25 — DIRECTOR
  • BARB STONE 22-25 — DIRECTOR
  • CONSTANCE BULL 21-25 — DIRECTOR
  • DENISE COLEMAN 24-25 — DIRECTOR
  • HEATHER DRAKE BIANCHI 24-25 — DIRECTOR
  • JENNA MACLACHLAN 24-25 — DIRECTOR
  • MARC GILBERT 23-25 — DIRECTOR
  • MARY ANNE HANKINS 21-25 — SECRETARY/TREASURER
  • NEIL HOYT 22-25 — DIRECTOR
  • RACHEL GALUSHA 21-25 — CHAIR
  • RYAN MILLARD 22-25 — DIRECTOR
  • SUZANNE KONDRA-DEFURIA 23-25 — DIRECTOR
  • THOMAS TERRY 23-25 — DIRECTOR
relationships · 38

Who they work with

  • ANDRO Computational Solutions Partner — GOLD Sponsor for the 2026 Disco Inferno fundraiser.
  • ANDRO Computational Solutions Partner — Lead sponsor of the 2026 Disco Inferno event supporting the Nascentia Health Charitable Foundation.
  • American Ukrainian Veterans & Men’s Club Partner — Recipient of sock donations supporting veterans and community members.
  • Arc Herkimer Partner — I Will Survive Sponsor for the 2026 Disco Inferno fundraiser.
  • Ashlea Schad Government — Vice President of Development and Strategic Partnerships at Nascentia Health who nominated Dea Kuiper for the Nave Hero award.
  • Auxiliary of St. Joseph’s Health Partner — Collaborates on community events, including the annual Operation Backpack.
  • Auxiliary of St. Joseph’s Health Partner — Collaborates with Nascentia Health on the annual Operation Backpack event to distribute school supplies to local students.
  • Beeches Manor Partner — Hosts joint community events such as the annual Disco Inferno and Jazz at Beeches Manor.
  • Bombas Partner — Partnered with Bombas through its “1 Purchased = 1 Donated” program to distribute socks to community organizations.
  • Central New York Veteran’s Outreach Center | Utica Center for Development, Inc. Partner — Recipient of sock donations supporting veterans in Central New York.
  • Copper City Brewing Partner — Disco Community Partner for the 2026 Disco Inferno fundraiser.
  • Crust Kitchen & Bar Partner — Boogie Bites Sponsor for the 2026 Disco Inferno fundraiser.
  • Crust Kitchen & Bar Partner — Lead sponsor of the 2026 Disco Inferno event supporting the Nascentia Health Charitable Foundation.
  • Daily Sentinel Partner — Media Sponsor for the 2026 Disco Inferno fundraiser.
  • Feed Our Vets Food Pantry Partner — Recipient of sock donations for veterans and families in need.
  • Henry P. Smith Post 24 American Legion Partner — Recipient of sock donations through the community donation program.
  • KeyBank Partner — Diamond Sponsor of the Raise a Glass fundraiser, supporting the Foundation's work.
  • Mastrovito Auto Group Partner — Headliner sponsor of the Jazz at Beeches Manor event, providing financial support for Nascentia Neighborhood.
  • Mohawk Valley Materials Partner — Funky Town Sponsor for the 2026 Disco Inferno fundraiser.
  • Mohawk Valley Wellness Partner — Disco Community Partner for the 2026 Disco Inferno fundraiser.
  • Nascentia Health Network — Member organization providing home care and health insurance plan referral services
  • Nascentia Health Network — Operating entity for Nascentia Health Options, a managed long-term care plan.
  • Nave Law Firm Partner — Partners in recognizing staff contributions, such as naming a nurse as Nave Hero.
  • Nave Law Firm Partner — Recognizes Nascentia Health staff through the Nave Hero program.
  • OneGroup Partner — Platinum Sponsor of the Raise a Glass fundraiser, supporting the Foundation's work.
  • Patrick Heating, Inc. Partner — Disco Community Partner for the 2026 Disco Inferno fundraiser.
  • Project Fibonacci Foundation Partner — Lead sponsor of the 2026 Disco Inferno event supporting the Nascentia Health Charitable Foundation.
  • Project Fibonacci Foundation, Inc. Partner — GOLD Sponsor for the 2026 Disco Inferno fundraiser.
  • Rescue Mission of Utica Partner — Recipient of sock donations through Nascentia Health’s community outreach initiative.
  • Rome Health Partner — Disco Inferno Sponsor for the Nascentia Health Charitable Foundation fundraiser.
+ 8 more
strategies · 5

How they approach the work

Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.

  • Addressing Non-Medical, Basic Needs to Remove Barriers to Care
    methodology: integrated_care_and_support
    By providing essential non-medical support such as food, clothing, medical equipment, and home modifications, the organization improves health outcomes and care engagement among pediatric and senior populations, because unmet social and material needs directly impede access to and effectiveness of health services.
  • Community Partnership Model to Expand Reach and Impact
    methodology: community-partnership-model
    By collaborating with local organizations, the organization amplifies its ability to meet community needs and promote wellness, because shared resources and coordinated efforts increase efficiency, reduce duplication, and enhance cultural responsiveness.
  • Integrated Care Delivery in Home and Community Settings
    methodology: healthcare_without_walls
    By delivering coordinated health and support services directly in homes and community settings, the organization enables individuals to remain safe and independent while receiving comprehensive care, because integrating clinical and social services reduces fragmentation and supports continuity of care.
  • Patient-Centered Relationships to Enhance Care Quality
    methodology: patient-centered_care
    By building meaningful relationships with families, the organization delivers more effective and personalized pediatric home care, because trust and deep understanding of family context improve care adherence, satisfaction, and outcomes.
  • Workforce Development to Ensure Sustainable Access to Care
    methodology: integrated-care-and-workforce-development
    By combining direct pediatric home health services with workforce development initiatives, the organization ensures long-term access to qualified caregivers, because building local caregiving capacity addresses systemic shortages and improves service continuity.