irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2022
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $2KTithe to Habitat for Humanity International for home projects in Nicaragua.
named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
Home Construction Program
Builds new affordable homes in partnership with low- to moderate-income families who contribute sweat equity and pay an affordable mortgage.
Home Repair Loans & Grants
Facilitates access to USDA Section 504 Home Repair program, offering loans and grants to very-low-income homeowners for repairs, improvements, and removal of health and safety hazards.
Raise the Roof Fundraiser
Annual fundraising event to support local homebuilding and repair initiatives; includes sponsorships and community participation.
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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Affordable Home Construction & Rehabilitation 1 activity
- Constructs and sells affordable homes to low-income familiesBuilds homes in Seneca County, NY with an average sale price of $165,000, selling them to qualified low-income families who complete sweat equity requirements and pay an affordable mortgage.
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Charitable Grantmaking to Specific Causes 1 activity
- Funds home construction projects internationally through tithingProvides financial support to Habitat for Humanity International for home construction projects in Nicaragua via an annual tithe.
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Land Bank Property Revitalization 1 activity
- Manages re-sale of foreclosed homesResells homes previously foreclosed upon in Seneca County after renovation, doing so without financial loss.
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Facility-Based Service Delivery 1 activity
- Operates local office for program implementationMaintains a physical operations location at 20 E. Bayard Street in Seneca Falls, NY to support its homeownership programs.
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Uncategorized 2 activities
- Accepts housing applications on a periodic basisPlans to open housing applications during a designated period in Spring 2025 for future home construction projects.
- Manages homeownership program requirementsRequires approved families to complete 250 sweat equity hours per adult (up to 500 per family) and save $50 per month toward closing costs and escrow, up to a minimum of $1,000.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$40K
Contributions & grants$43K106%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$2K5%
Other revenue$-4K
expenses
Total expenses$13K
Program expenses12%
Admin / overhead88%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$2K
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$374K
Cash$153K
Investments$214K
Liabilities$45K
Net assets$329K
Liquid reserves339.6 mo
3 years on record · 2022–2024 · YoY revenue -72.9%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 6
- ANGELA KREZMER — TREASURER
- CELESTE TRICKLER — VICE CHAIR
- DR MICHAEL MESTON — DIRECTOR
- LORI PARISH — SECRETARY
- RUTHI LABELLE — DIRECTOR
- TRICIA CARVALHO — DIRECTOR
relationships · 33
Who they work with
- Caratozzo Electric Partner — Local electrical contractor supporting Habitat for Humanity of Seneca County.
- Caratozzo Plumbing Partner — Local plumbing contractor supporting Habitat for Humanity of Seneca County.
- Caratozzolo Electric Partner — Electrical services partner supporting Habitat for Humanity of Seneca County.
- Caratozzolo Plumbing and Heating Partner — Plumbing services partner supporting Habitat for Humanity of Seneca County.
- Catholic Daughters Partner — Organization supporting Habitat for Humanity of Seneca County.
- Catholic Daughters of the Americas Partner — Religious-affiliated organization partner supporting Habitat for Humanity of Seneca County.
- Eagle Auto Center Partner — Local business supporting Habitat for Humanity of Seneca County.
- Eagle Auto Center Inc. Partner — Automotive services partner supporting Habitat for Humanity of Seneca County.
- Ferrara Lumber Partner — Building materials supplier partner supporting Habitat for Humanity of Seneca County.
- Ferrara Lumber Partner — Local lumber supplier supporting Habitat for Humanity of Seneca County.
- Finger Lakes 1 Partner — Partner organization providing support to Habitat for Humanity of Seneca County.
- Generations Bank Partner — Financial institution partner supporting Habitat for Humanity of Seneca County.
- Generations Bank Partner — Financial institution partnering with Habitat for Humanity of Seneca County.
- Gould Pumps Partner — Corporate sponsor supporting Habitat for Humanity of Seneca County.
- H E P Sales Partner — Equipment or materials supplier partner supporting Habitat for Humanity of Seneca County.
- HEP Sales Partner — Supporting organization providing resources to Habitat for Humanity of Seneca County.
- Habitat for Humanity International Network — Local affiliate of Habitat for Humanity International.
- Habitat for Humanity International Network — Member organization that tithes to Habitat for Humanity International for global homebuilding projects.
- Housing and Urban Development Government — Uses HUD's median income guidelines to determine applicant income eligibility.
- ITT Industries Partner — Corporate partner supporting Habitat for Humanity of Seneca County.
- Kinney Drugs Partner — Local pharmacy chain supporting Habitat for Humanity of Seneca County.
- Kinney Drugs Partner — Pharmacy and retail partner supporting Habitat for Humanity of Seneca County.
- Lowe's Partner — Retail partner providing materials or funding support to Habitat for Humanity of Seneca County.
- Lowes Partner — Retail partner providing materials or support to Habitat for Humanity of Seneca County.
- North Main Lumber Partner — Building materials supplier partner supporting Habitat for Humanity of Seneca County.
- Seneca Meadows Partner — Local organization providing support to Habitat for Humanity of Seneca County.
- Seneca Meadows Inc. Partner — Local business partner supporting Habitat for Humanity of Seneca County.
- Seneca Returnables Partner — Local business partner supporting Habitat for Humanity of Seneca County.
- Seneca Stone Corp Partner — Local stone supplier supporting Habitat for Humanity of Seneca County.
- Seneca Stone Corporation Partner — Construction materials partner supporting Habitat for Humanity of Seneca County.
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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.
- Homeownership Readiness Education for Long-Term Stabilitymethodology: homeownership readiness educationBy requiring financial and home maintenance education, we produce sustained homeownership success, because preparedness reduces default risk and builds the skills needed to manage home ownership over time.
- Income-Targeted Homeownership Accessmethodology: income-targetingBy focusing on families earning below 80% of the area median income, we produce equitable access to homeownership, because targeted eligibility ensures support reaches those most excluded from conventional housing markets.
- Recycled Mortgage Funding for Sustainable Affordabilitymethodology: recycled-mortgage-fundingBy using no-interest mortgages and reinvesting monthly payments into new construction, we produce a self-sustaining cycle of affordable housing, because recycled funds lower reliance on external donations and expand long-term capacity.
- Sweat-Equity Homeownership Modelmethodology: sweat-equity homeownershipBy requiring future homeowners to contribute labor alongside volunteers, we produce affordable homes and foster a sense of ownership and responsibility, because shared investment builds commitment and reduces construction costs.