irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $5.34MPWI/STAR ENTERPRISES - PROGRAM PROVIDING VOCATIONAL TRAINING FOR INDIVIDUALS THAT ARE MENTALLY DISABLED. APPROXIMATELY 60 WORKERS WITH DISABILITIES ARE EMPLOYED. THE EXPENSES REPORTED ABOVE ARE EXCLUSIVE OF ADMINISTRATION AND TRANSPORTATION COSTS THAT ARE REIMBURSED IN THE REVENUE REPORTED ABOVE.
- #2 $8.93MSELF-DIRECTED SERVICES PROVIDE THE ABILITY FOR AN INDIVIDUAL AND/OR FAMILY TO HIRE HIS/HER OWN STAFF TO SELF-DIRECT SUPPORTS. THUS, PROMOTING RESPONSIBILITY AND SELF-DETERMINATION BY PLACING CONTROL AND POWER WITH INDIVIDUALS AND/OR FAMILIES TO MEET THEIR OWN NEEDS BY MANAGING THE SUPPORTS AND SERVICES THAT WORK BEST FOR THEM, HOW AND WHEN THEY ARE PROVIDED, AND THE STAFF THAT PROVIDE THEM. APPROXIMATELY 330 INDIVIDUALS ARE ENROLLED. THE EXPENSES REPORTED ABOVE ARE EXCLUSIVE OF ADMINISTRATION AND TRANSPORTATION COSTS THAT ARE REIMBURSED IN THE REVENUE REPORTED ABOVE.
named programs · 8 · from sources
What they call their work
Community Habilitation
Supports individuals with developmental disabilities to participate in community-based activities, available both in-home and in residential settings
Day Habilitation Without Walls (WOW)
Community-based day service for active adults with developmental disabilities to engage in community activities and skill development
Green Machine Athletics
Year-round sports program for children (age 8+) and adults with disabilities competing in basketball, bocce, bowling, track & field, dance, and softball through New York Special Olympics
Office of Mental Health Advocacy
Supports individuals with documented mental health diagnoses in making informed decisions about healthcare and life situations
Pre-ETS Program
Pre-Employment Transition Services for youth ages 14-21 with disabilities focusing on job exploration, workplace readiness, and self-advocacy in multiple counties
Respite Services
In-home and out-of-home respite care for children and adults with developmental disabilities who live with family members
Self-Directed Services
Program enabling individuals and families to hire their own support staff and manage services tailored to their needs, promoting self-determination
Star Enterprises
Social enterprise program providing employment opportunities through contract services including Stitched INK (apparel), Pro Clean Solutions (cleaning), and PWI (industrial subcontracting)
activities · 12 groups
What they do
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Disability Rights Advocacy & Self-Advocacy Empowerment 1 activity
- Advances policy advocacy through member enrollment and representationStrengthens policy advocacy at local, state, and national levels by increasing representation on The Arc New York’s Board of Governors through member enrollment. Annual and lifetime memberships are offered to support advocacy infrastructure.
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Developmental Disability Service Coordination 1 activity
- Connects individuals to programs and servicesAssists individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities in accessing appropriate programs and services based on their individual needs, facilitating service coordination and integration into community supports.
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Youth Workforce Readiness Programs 1 activity
- Offers Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS) for youth with disabilitiesProvides a free Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS) program for youth aged 14–21 with diagnosed disabilities, focusing on self-advocacy, self-awareness, workplace readiness, and job exploration to support future employment outcomes.
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Volunteer Engagement and Capacity Support 1 activity
- Offers volunteer engagement opportunitiesProvides volunteer opportunities for individuals to support special events, one-time projects, and recurring weekly or monthly service activities.
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Adaptive Sports Programs 1 activity
- Operates Special Olympics sports programsOrganizes competitive sports teams and provides year-round training and competition in basketball, bocce, bowling, track and field, dance, and softball for children (age 8+) and adults with disabilities.
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Recreational Boating and Sailing Programs 1 activity
- Operates a commercial mini storage facilityRuns a mini storage facility in Bath, NY, offering 5x10, 10x10, and 10x20 foot units for $45–$81 per month with 24/7 access, security lighting, sensors, and pest deterrents. Units accommodate household furnishings and small vehicles or boats.
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Consumer-Directed Personal Care Administration 1 activity
- Operates self-directed services program for support staff managementRuns a self-directed services program that enables individuals and families to hire, train, and manage their own direct support professionals. Approximately 330 individuals are enrolled in this program, promoting personalized and flexible care.
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Day Habilitation Services 1 activity
- Provides community habilitation and day servicesDelivers community habilitation services to individuals with developmental disabilities living at home, independently, or in certified residential settings, supporting participation in community activities. Includes Day Habilitation Without Walls (WOW), a community-engaged day program for active adults.
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Patient and Family Support Services 1 activity
- Provides mental health advocacy supportOffers advocacy support through the Office of Mental Health Advocacy to assist individuals with documented mental health diagnoses in making informed decisions about health care and life situations.
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Respite Care for Developmental Disabilities 1 activity
- Provides respite services for families of individuals with developmental disabilitiesOffers respite services including day and weekend options, both in-home and out-of-home, for children and adults with developmental disabilities who live with family caregivers, providing temporary relief and support to families.
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Residential Support for Developmental Disabilities 1 activity
- Provides supports and services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilitiesOperates as a local chapter of The Arc New York, delivering a range of supports and services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD), including service coordination, community habilitation, and respite care. Serves 9,000 individuals and their families across 19 central and upstate New York counties.
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Supported Employment for Developmental Disabilities 1 activity
- Provides vocational training and employment opportunities for individuals with intellectual disabilitiesOffers career employment opportunities and vocational training for individuals facing barriers to employment, including approximately 60 individuals with intellectual disabilities through the PWI/STAR Enterprises program. Operates social enterprises that provide meaningful employment for people with I/DD while serving customers across New York State.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$47.66M
Contributions & grants$5.79M12%
Program service revenue$41.22M86%
Investment income$596K1%
Other revenue$52K
expenses
Total expenses$41.90M
Program expenses89%
Admin / overhead11%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$31.74M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$25.42M
Cash$1.78M
Investments$8.73M
Liabilities$5.27M
Net assets$20.14M
Liquid reserves3.0 mo
3 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +19.0%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 6
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
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| FRED DANNHEIM | CFO | 40 | $196K |
| MICHAEL DAMIANO | CEO | 39 | $184K |
| CORINNA MCKNIGHT | DEP. EXEC. DIRECTOR FOR AD | 40 | $157K |
| HEATHER PERKINS | COO | 40 | $132K |
| CHRIS KOEHLER | VP OF BUSINESS OPS | 40 | $128K |
| JESSICA PATTERSON | ASSOCIATE EXEC. DIRECTOR FOR TECH SERVICES | 40 | $119K |
board members · 11
- ARTHUR STILLWELL — MEMBER AND BOARD OF GOV. R
- CHRISTINA TORREY — TREASURER
- DEBBIE THOMPSON — MEMBER
- DENECE GOSSIE — VICE-PRESIDENT
- ED PEKAREK — MEMBER
- HELEN BINKOWSKI — MEMBER
- KEVIN GILDNER — PRESIDENT
- KRISSY HAMILTON — MEMBER
- LINDA CLAYSON — MEMBER
- OLIVIA STUTZMAN — SECRETARY
- THOMAS TALBETT JR — MEMBER AND BOARD OF GOV. R
relationships · 8
Who they work with
- Collaborative of NY Network — Member of a regional association of NYSARC, Inc. human service agencies serving individuals with developmental disabilities in central and upstate New York.
- New York Special Olympics Partner — Partner organization through which Green Machine teams participate in local, regional, and state competitions.
- The Arc Allegany-Steuben Network — Local chapter operating under The Arc network.
- The Arc Allegany-Steuben Network — Local chapter providing services as part of The Arc network.
- The Arc New York Network — Local chapter of The Arc New York, part of a statewide network providing services and advocacy for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
- The Arc New York Network — Member organization participating in The Arc New York’s governance structure.
- The Arc of Allegany-Steuben Partner — Operates an associate apparel store in partnership with The Arc of Allegany-Steuben.
- The Arc of the United States Network — Member of The Arc of the United States, a national network supporting people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
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.
- Collaborative Network Model for Integrated Servicesmethodology: collaborative_network_modelBy delivering integrated human services through a collaborative network of residential, educational, employment, and family supports, the organization improves outcomes for individuals with developmental disabilities because coordinated ecosystems address multiple needs simultaneously and reduce service fragmentation.
- Community-Embedded Service Delivery for Inclusionmethodology: community-embedded_servicesBy delivering day habilitation and Pre-ETS services in community settings rather than fixed facilities, the organization fosters social inclusion and active participation because real-world environments enable natural engagement and skill generalization.
- Membership-Driven Collective Advocacymethodology: membership-driven_advocacyBy building individual membership to strengthen organizational representation, the organization amplifies its policy influence because a larger, unified constituency increases political leverage and legislative impact.
- Self-Directed Supports to Promote Self-Determinationmethodology: self-directed_supportsBy enabling individuals and families to hire and manage their own support staff, the organization increases personal autonomy and service relevance because control over care delivery enhances alignment with individual goals and preferences.
- Social Enterprise for Sustainable Employmentmethodology: social_enterpriseBy operating revenue-generating businesses such as self-storage facilities, the organization creates meaningful employment opportunities for individuals with barriers to work because integrated income generation and job training produce economic inclusion and long-term job sustainability.