irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $6.45MHERKIMER INDUSTRIES PROVIDES MEANINGFUL WORK OPPORTUNITIES FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES THROUGH A VARIETY OF PRODUCT AND SERVICE LINES OF BUSINESS. SERVICES INCLUDE SUBCONTRACT PACKAGING, PALLET DISPLAY FABRICATION AND FULFILLMENT, COMMERCIAL SEWING, A DONATED GOODS STORE, AND PRODUCT SALES TO STATE AND FEDERAL ENTITIES. WE COLLABORATE WITH MULTIPLE LEADING INDUSTRY MANUFACTURERS ADDING VALUE TO THEIR PRODUCTS. IN TOTAL, HERKIMER INDUSTRIES EMPLOYS 115 PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES; A POPULATION WHICH SUFFERS FROM A 70% NATIONAL UNEMPLOYMENT RATE.
- #2 $3.37MDAY SERVICES PROVIDES A MULTITUDE OF OPTIONS FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES THROUGHOUT THE DAY. THEY HAVE OPPORTUNITIES TO PARTICIPATE IN CLASSROOM INSTRUCTIONS, VOLUNTEER WITHIN THEIR COMMUNITY ALONG WITH OTHER RECREATION ACTIVITIES WITHIN THEIR COMMUNITIES. 520 PERSONS SERVED.
named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
Day Services
Offers classroom instruction, community volunteering, and recreational activities for people with disabilities; served 520 individuals in 2024.
Herkimer Industries
Provides meaningful work opportunities for people with disabilities through packaging, pallet display fabrication, commercial sewing, donated goods retail, and fulfillment services; employs 115 individuals with disabilities.
Residential Services
Provides supervised and supportive living options, including licensed residences and respite care, for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities; served 104 individuals.
activities · 9 groups
What they do
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Inclusive Playground Development 1 activity
- Operates Arc Park, an accessible recreation park for individuals of all ages and abilitiesManages an accessible recreation park open to the public during daylight hours, designed for inclusive use by individuals of all ages and abilities.
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Private Social and Recreational Clubs 1 activity
- Operates MV Golf & Event Center including golf course and dining facilityRuns an 18-hole golf course, a dining facility named Tin Cup Tavern & Grille, and provides event space for celebrations as part of its recreational and community programming.
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Nonprofit Retail and Merchandise Sales 1 activity
- Operates a retail goods store selling donated items and new clothingRuns a retail store offering donated goods and new clothing and accessories at reduced prices, contributing to employment and revenue generation.
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Parenting Education and Support Programs 1 activity
- Provides clinical and supportive services for individuals with disabilitiesDelivers clinical services and family support through a parental education program for families of individuals with disabilities.
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Day Habilitation Services 1 activity
- Provides day services and habilitation programs for individuals with disabilitiesOffers day services including classroom instruction, community volunteering, recreational activities, and habilitation services to support skill development for 520 people with disabilities.
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Supported Employment for Developmental Disabilities 1 activity
- Provides employment services for individuals with disabilitiesOffers programs that connect individuals with disabilities to job opportunities through initiatives such as Career Connections and Herkimer Industries, which includes subcontract packaging, pallet display fabrication, commercial sewing, and a donated goods store, employing 115 individuals with disabilities.
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Guardianship and Representative Payee Services 1 activity
- Provides guardianship and eligibility assistance services for individuals with disabilitiesOffers guardianship services and supports individuals with disabilities in determining eligibility for services and supports.
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Residential Support for Developmental Disabilities 1 activity
- Provides residential and respite services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilitiesOperates supervised and supportive residential homes licensed by the NYS Office for People with Developmental Disabilities, providing housing and respite services for 104 individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
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Non-Emergency Medical & Essential Transportation 1 activity
- Provides transportation services for individuals with disabilitiesOperates transportation services for individuals with disabilities, including public transportation opportunities, supporting access to programs and services while fostering positive emotional experiences for riders and staff.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$31.31M
Contributions & grants$2.62M8%
Program service revenue$27.80M89%
Investment income$258K1%
Other revenue$644K
expenses
Total expenses$29.40M
Program expenses90%
Admin / overhead10%
Fundraising1%
Salaries & benefits$20.00M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$23.04M
Cash$3.81M
Investments$986K
Liabilities$7.29M
Net assets$15.75M
Liquid reserves2.0 mo
3 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +8.9%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 8
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
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| KEVIN CROSLEY | PRESIDENT & CEO | 38 | $512K |
| ANTHONY VISCONTI | CFO | 38 | $214K |
| LORENE BASS | EXECUTIVE VP SUPPORTS/SERV | 38 | $197K |
| MICHAEL LAMB | VP INDUSTRIAL OPERATIONS | 38 | $156K |
| DUANE MERRY | DIRECTOR OF IT | 38 | $147K |
| SARAH FEOLA | VP HUMAN RESOURCES | 38 | $139K |
| SCOTT RIFFLE | SALES PERSON | 38 | $128K |
| CONNIE HELMER-JORDAN | REGISTERED NURSE DIRECTOR | 38 | $123K |
board members · 17
- ALFRED AMENDOLARE JR — PAST CHAIR
- ALICIA BROCKWAY — CHAIR
- AMANDA JEFFREYS — DIRECTOR
- ANN GAWORECKI — VICE CHAIR
- ANTHONY DELUCA — DIRECTOR
- ARLENE BROAT — DIRECTOR
- BRUCE ARCHER — DIRECTOR
- HARRISON HUMMEL IV — PAST CHAIR
- JACLYN MCDOWELL — DIRECTOR
- JEAN SMITH — DIRECTOR
- JILL SCHRADER — SECRETARY
- JOSEPH TOMAINO — TREASURER
- LAURA KIEFER — SECRETARY
- MARC DONNELLY — DIRECTOR
- MARJORIE REESE — DIRECTOR
- ROBERT WATKINS — DIRECTOR
- RONALD GEORGE — DIRECTOR
relationships · 11
Who they work with
- Arc Herkimer Network — Main organization under which Career Connections operates as a division
- Arc Herkimer Network — Operates the MV Golf and Event Center as part of its divisions.
- Arc Herkimer Partner — Operates the Arc Park as part of its community services
- NYS Office for People With Developmental Disabilities Government — Licenses residential facilities operated by ARC Herkimer
- NYSARC, Inc. Partner — Affiliated with NYSARC, Inc., a statewide organization supporting people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
- PayPal Government — Processes credit card donations for Arc Herkimer through PayPal payment services.
- Stop the Bleed Partner — Offers Stop the Bleed® products through its contract packaging and product lines.
- The Arc New York Network — State-level network member supporting individuals with disabilities.
- The Arc of the United States Network — Member of national network advocating for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
- The Herkimer County Chamber of Commerce Partner — Collaborates on community engagement and local economic initiatives.
- The United Way of the Mohawk Valley Funder — Partner organization providing support and funding for local programs.
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.
- Integrated Employment Modelmethodology: integrated-employment-modelBy employing individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in contract manufacturing and product fulfillment roles, we produce economic self-sufficiency and skill development because meaningful work fosters personal growth and professional advancement.
- Personalized, Holistic Service Modelmethodology: personalized_holistic_approachBy developing comprehensive, individualized support plans across employment, transportation, recreation, and living, we increase independence and well-being because coordinated, multi-domain services address the whole person and reduce systemic barriers.
- Social Enterprise Funding Modelmethodology: social-enterpriseBy operating a retail enterprise that sells donated and new goods, we generate sustainable funding for disability services because community-supported commerce creates a reliable revenue stream independent of traditional grants or donations.
- Supported Living and Community Integrationmethodology: supported-living-modelBy providing supported residential living and structured day programs that include community volunteering and recreation, we promote independence and social engagement because sustained, integrated routines enable individuals with disabilities to build skills and belonging.