irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2023
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $12KPROVIDE IMPROVEMENTS SUCH AS RAMPS, BATHROOM REMODELS AND OTHER HOUSEHOLD IMPROVEMENT TO AGING SENIORS SO THEY ARE ABLE TO STAY IN THEIR HOMES.
named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
Aging in Place
Provides home modifications such as ramps, railings, and bathroom remodels for older adults to enable safe, independent living.
Home Construction and Renovation
Builds and renovates affordable, modest homes in partnership with qualified low-income families in Oswego County.
Sweat Equity Program
Requires partner families to contribute 300 hours of volunteer work toward the construction of their own or others’ homes.
activities · 8 groups
What they do
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Volunteer Mobilization for Community Improvement 2 activities
- Organizes volunteer-driven home construction projectsCoordinates on-site construction activities led by staff with volunteer labor, providing tools, safety equipment, and volunteer coordination for sign-in and meal distribution.
- Supports construction volunteers with on-site mealsOperates a lunch crew program that provides commercially purchased meals and supplies for volunteers working on construction sites.
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Home Repair Assistance for Low-Income Households 1 activity
- Accepts and utilizes donated building materialsCollects donations of building materials for use in home construction and renovation projects.
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Affordable Home Construction & Rehabilitation 1 activity
- Builds and sells affordable homes to qualified partner familiesConstructs new homes and renovates existing ones in partnership with low-income families who contribute 300 hours of sweat equity and make a $1,000 down payment, offering them affordable homeownership opportunities in Oswego County.
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Community Recycling & Reuse Education 1 activity
- Deconstructs buildings to salvage reusable materialsConducts deconstruction projects at local remodeling sites to recover usable building materials for reuse in construction projects.
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Volunteer Engagement and Capacity Support 1 activity
- Engages volunteers in clerical and administrative supportUtilizes volunteers for office-based tasks such as data entry, filing, and event preparation to support organizational operations.
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Home Accessibility Modifications 1 activity
- Operates home modification program for older adultsConducts dual assessments of older homeowners’ needs through health and construction professionals, then implements accessibility modifications such as ramps, grab rails, lever door handles, and raised toilets to support independent living.
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Fundraising for Community and Charitable Initiatives 1 activity
- Raises funds through special projects for housing initiativesConducts fundraising projects, such as raffling built dog houses and seasonal campaigns, to support home building and renovation efforts in Oswego County.
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Senior Independence Support Services 1 activity
- Recommends and connects older adults to community support servicesFollowing assessments, advises older homeowners on access to community resources such as Meals on Wheels to enhance their well-being and support aging in place.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$47K
Contributions & grants$7K16%
Program service revenue$41K88%
Investment income$2K3%
Other revenue—
expenses
Total expenses$123K
Program expenses94%
Admin / overhead6%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$67K
Grants paid out—
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$242K
Cash$205K
Investments$0
Liabilities$49K
Net assets$178K
Liquid reserves20.1 mo
4 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue -29.1%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 7
- GREG KAHLER — DIRECTOR
- JOSEPH PARKHURST — DIRECTOR
- MARIAR TADDEO — DIRECTOR
- MEGS DOUPE — DIRECTOR
- PAUL CAMPOLIETA — DIRECTOR
- SAM RAPONI — EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
- TANYA FROIO LEONARD — DIRECTOR
relationships · 6
Who they work with
- Fulton Fire Department Partner — Volunteered time to support Oswego County Habitat for Humanity in creating safe environments for partner families.
- Habitat for Humanity International Network — Oswego County Habitat for Humanity is an affiliate of Habitat for Humanity International, sending a tithe of unrestricted donations to support international homebuilding.
- Meals on Wheels Partner — Recommends and connects older adult homeowners to Meals on Wheels as part of its Aging in Place program.
- Oswego Community Christian School Partner — Collaborated with the kindergarten class on the Habitat For Hounds fundraising project in Spring 2022.
- Phoenix Fire Department Partner — Volunteered time to support Oswego County Habitat for Humanity in creating safe environments for partner families.
- US Coast Guard Oswego Partner — Volunteered time to support Oswego County Habitat for Humanity in creating safe environments for partner families.
strategies · 3
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.
- Hand-Up, Not a Handout Modelmethodology: hand_up_not_handoutBy requiring partner families to contribute sweat equity and participate in mortgage repayment, we produce responsible homeownership and long-term stability because shared investment fosters commitment and dignity.
- Housing as a Health Interventionmethodology: housing_as_health_interventionBy integrating housing modifications with healthcare collaboration, we reduce costly healthcare utilization among older adults because stable, accessible housing prevents health deterioration and supports chronic condition management.
- Volunteer-Driven Capacity Buildingmethodology: volunteer_driven_constructionBy using trained volunteer labor to build homes, we expand construction capacity and community engagement because inclusive participation lowers costs and strengthens local ownership of affordable housing outcomes.