named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
Lee Dyer Family Apartments
Supportive housing program offering affordable rental units with case management, life skills development, medical support, and enrichment activities for families transitioning from homelessness.
Quilt Project
Provides handmade quilts to shelter residents during their stay and when moving to permanent housing, offering comfort and a sense of dignity through community-made donations.
Rensselaer County Rental Supplement Program
Administers state-funded rental supplements for low-income individuals and families in Rensselaer County, requiring 30% of household income toward rent and intended as short-term assistance to achieve housing stability.
Senior Housing at Pitcher Place
Supportive housing program providing 16 furnished apartments for seniors aged 55+ in Colonie, NY, with case management and community-building activities to promote aging in place.
Shelter Program
Provides temporary shelter for homeless families in Rensselaer, NY, including safe accommodations, nightly family dinners, and access to supportive services.
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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Supportive and Emergency Housing Services 2 activities
- Administer rental assistance and case management programsProvides rental assistance and case management services through the Rensselaer County Rental Supplement Program and its own supportive housing program, including life skills development, medical support, advocacy, and enrichment activities for families and individuals experiencing homelessness or at risk of housing loss.
- Operate emergency shelter for homeless familiesOperates an eight-room, two-floor shelter providing temporary housing, food, and supportive services for homeless mothers and children, with structured quiet hours and curfews to ensure a safe and restful environment. Hosts nightly family dinners and provides toiletries and diapers to residents.
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Volunteer Engagement and Capacity Support 1 activity
- Offer volunteer engagement opportunitiesProvides structured volunteer opportunities in childcare, tutoring, administrative support, teen mentoring, and seasonal assistance to support shelter and program operations.
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Behavioral Health and Human Services Training 1 activity
- Provide mentorship and professional development in social workProvides mentorship to students and serves as part-time adjunct faculty at the University at Albany to develop future professionals in human services and social work.
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Low-Income Senior Housing Operations 1 activity
- Provide supportive housing for seniorsOwns and manages Pitcher Place, a single-site program offering 16 supportive housing apartments for seniors aged 55 and older experiencing housing insecurity, with all units furnished with essential items and access to a community room for workshops, events, and social activities.
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Furniture and Household Essentials Provision 1 activity
- Provide transitional support and essential items to shelter residentsSupplies handmade quilts and essential bath and kitchen items to shelter residents for use during their stay and when transitioning to permanent housing, supporting dignity and stability during and after homelessness.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$2.07M
Contributions & grants$1.16M56%
Program service revenue$636K31%
Investment income$27K1%
Other revenue$241K
expenses
Total expenses$1.69M
Program expenses92%
Admin / overhead7%
Fundraising2%
Salaries & benefits$572K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$12.63M
Cash$983K
Investments$0
Liabilities$9.49M
Net assets$3.14M
Liquid reserves7.0 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +14.8%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
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| TRACY PITCHER | EXECUTIVE DI | 40 | $108K |
board members · 15
- ALICIA VERDILE — DIRECTOR
- ANDREA NIX — DIRECTOR
- CARRIE NYE-CHEVRIER — TREASURER
- JENNIFER REXIUS — DIRECTOR
- KATHRYN MCKEE — VICE PRESIDE
- MARILYN DYER — SECRETARY
- NICOLE KIRK — DIRECTOR
- NOLAN WOLFE — DIRECTOR
- OLIVIA KARIS — DIRECTOR
- PATRICIA BIRCH — DIRECTOR
- PATRICIA CANNISTRACI — DIRECTOR
- RICHARD MOONEY — DIRECTOR
- ROBERT ROMAKER — DIRECTOR
- TANJIA MAYNARD — DIRECTOR
- VIRGINA O'BRIEN — BOARD PRESID
relationships · 8
Who they work with
- Amazon Smile Partner — Partners with Amazon Smile to receive 0.5% of eligible purchases made by supporters who select St. Paul's Center as their charity.
- Charlee Partner — Point of contact for quilt donations at St. Paul's Center
- Empire State Supportive Housing Initiative Government — Provides operational support for the Senior Housing at Pitcher Place project.
- Lee Dyer Family Apartments Partner — Single-site housing program owned and managed by St. Paul's Center
- Legal Aid Society of Northeastern New York Partner — Robert R. Romaker, a Managing Attorney at LASNNY, serves on the board of St. Paul's Center, indicating a professional affiliation and partnership through shared mission and leadership.
- New York State Government — Administers the Rensselaer County Rental Supplement Program funded by New York State.
- New York’s Homeless Housing Assistance Program Funder — Provided funding for the Senior Housing at Pitcher Place project.
- University at Albany Partner — Shay Richardson serves as a part-time adjunct faculty member and is an alumna of the University at Albany's social work program.
strategies · 4
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.
- Child-Centered Resilience Buildingmethodology: child-centered_resilience_buildingBy providing developmental experiences tailored to children affected by homelessness, the organization builds resilience and future orientation, because early psychosocial support improves long-term outcomes despite housing instability.
- Income-Contingent Rental Assistancemethodology: short-term_rental_assistance_with_income_progressionBy offering short-term rental assistance tied to measurable efforts to increase household income, the organization promotes transition to affordable housing, because linking support to income progression reduces long-term dependency and builds financial self-reliance.
- Self-Determination and Empowerment Modelmethodology: self-determination_modelBy centering empathy and self-determination, the organization supports individuals experiencing housing insecurity to achieve independent living, because autonomy and dignity foster long-term self-sufficiency and reduce dependency on services.
- Supportive Housing with Case Managementmethodology: supportive_housingBy providing stable, rehabilitated housing combined with personalized case management and coordinated services, the organization addresses root causes of housing instability, because integrated support increases long-term housing retention and client stability.