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IRI INNOVATIVE RESOURCES FOR INDEPENDENCE INC
ELMONT, NY · EIN 133490223 · Form 990 · FY2024 · NTEE P82Z · Human Services · Very Large (>$50M) · iriny.org
revenue
$56.3M
expenses
$46.3M
net assets
$76.3M
employees
834
volunteers
12
program ratio
88%
mission · from form 990

TO CREATE A WORLD WHERE PEOPLE WITH INTELLECTUAL DISABILITIES LIVE MEANINGFUL LIVES, INTEGRATED IN SOCIETY, EMPOWERED BY THEIR ABILITIES.

profile · synthesized from sources

Innovative Resources for Independence (IRI) is a New York-based nonprofit serving individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities through person-centered residential, day, and community habilitation services. The organization supports community integration, independence, and personal growth via tailored programs across Queens, Nassau, Suffolk, Brooklyn, and the Bronx. Founded in 1984, IRI operates with over $50 million in annual revenue and emphasizes self-advocacy, family engagement, and quality of life.

irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024

What they reported doing

  1. #1 primary $5.33M
    DAY HABILITATION AND COMMUNITY HABILITATION - PROVIDE SERVICES WHICH ENHANCES COMMUNITY INTEGRATION, ACADEMIC LEARNING, AND SOCIALIZATION SKILLS AS WELL AS PROVIDES HABILITATION SERVICES AND SUPPORT FOR INDIVIDUALS, AND ASSISTANCE/RELIEF FOR CAREGIVERS/PARENTS. APPROXIMATELY 310 CLIENTS SERVED.
  2. #2 $2.47M
    COMMUNITY SERVICES - PROVIDE HABILITATION AT-HOME SERVICES TO HELP INDIVIDUALS CARE FOR THEMSELVES WHILE LIVING IN THEIR OWN HOMES. APPROXIMATELY 85 CLIENTS SERVED.
named programs · 7 · from sources

What they call their work

Benefits Management
Entitlement specialists help individuals access all public benefits for which they qualify, including Medicaid, SSI, and housing assistance.
Circle of Support Meetings
Person-centered planning meetings that engage individuals, families, and staff to resolve challenges and plan for the future.
Community Services
Delivers at-home habilitation services to help individuals with developmental disabilities care for themselves while living in their own homes; serves approximately 85–100 clients.
Day Habilitation and Community Habilitation
Offers structured programs to enhance community integration, academic learning, socialization skills, and independent living through person-centered supports for approximately 310 clients.
Residential Services
Provides a range of living options including Supervised and Supportive Individualized Residential Alternatives (IRAs), Individual Supports & Services (ISS) with lease ownership and home ownership opportunities, and Shared Living arrangements to promote independence and safety.
Self Advocates in Action
Supports a self-advocacy group that provides input to the board on priorities such as recreation, employment, and social events, promoting self-determination and inclusion.
Trainee Program
One-year professional development program for recent college graduates offering rotations, mentoring, and skill-building across departments including HR, finance, and social services.
activities · 10 groups

What they do

  • Disability Rights Advocacy & Self-Advocacy Empowerment 3 activities
    • Advocacy for individuals with complex developmental needs
      Provides direct advocacy to secure tailored residential and support services for adults with complex developmental needs. Also advocates for agency-wide social events such as galas to promote socialization, recognition, self-confidence, and community connection.
    • Parent and family advocacy engagement
      Engages in advocacy efforts by amplifying the voices of parents of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to promote empowerment, independence, and full citizenship.
    • Self-advocacy and participatory governance
      Facilitates participation of self-advocates in board meetings and organizes self-advocacy group meetings to gather input on service priorities, concerns, and recommendations related to community inclusion, recreation, employment, and arts participation.
  • Nonprofit Organizational Mergers and Integrations 1 activity
    • Agency expansion and service capacity building
      Merged with Queens Parent Resource Center in July 2016 to expand service capacity and geographic reach, enhancing organizational infrastructure and service delivery capabilities.
  • Comprehensive Care Management Services 1 activity
    • Client intake and administrative case management
      Manages client intake processes through the Director of Social Services and Community Engagement, ensuring structured and transparent information sharing with ongoing support. Conducts transfers, admissions, and discharges through senior administrative staff in compliance with all relevant laws and regulations.
  • Healthcare Compliance and Ethics Programs 1 activity
    • Compliance and staff training programs
      Provides mandatory compliance training for all staff, conducts monthly exclusion checks and credential verification for licensed professionals, and performs regular internal audits and external evaluations to ensure regulatory compliance and program effectiveness.
  • Day Habilitation Services 1 activity
    • Day and community habilitation services
      Provides day and community habilitation services to enhance community integration, academic learning, and socialization skills for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, serving approximately 310 clients annually. Also offers at-home habilitation services to support self-care for individuals living in their own homes, serving around 100 clients.
  • Supported Employment for Developmental Disabilities 1 activity
    • Family and individual support services
      Offers a comprehensive suite of support services including benefits management via entitlement specialists, counseling by graduate-trained professionals, conflict management, legal guardianship guidance, and Circle of Support meetings. These services address emotional, psychosocial, administrative, and familial challenges faced by individuals with developmental disabilities and their families.
  • Senior Independence Support Services 1 activity
    • Housing placement and community integration services
      Operates placement services that identify accessible, community-integrated housing options to support aging in place and comfort. Also provides day services focused on community inclusion, learning, and engagement to foster meaningful participation in community life.
  • Campus Construction and Renovation Projects 1 activity
    • Rehabilitation and expansion of vacation home facility
      Conducting full rehabilitation and expansion of the IRI vacation home in upstate New York to enhance recreational and respite opportunities for individuals served by the organization.
  • Residential Support for Developmental Disabilities 1 activity
    • Residential services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
      Operates a range of residential programs across New York, including Supervised and Supportive Individualized Residential Alternatives (IRAs), Shared Living arrangements, and Flexible Apartment Living through Individual Supports & Services (ISS). These programs provide 24/7 or scheduled support to promote independence, safety, and dignity for individuals with developmental disabilities. The agency operates 35 residences and supports lease ownership and homeownership as part of its housing model.
  • Nonprofit Internship Programs 1 activity
    • Traineeship and professional development program
      Operates a one-year traineeship program for recent college graduates, offering rotational assignments to develop technical and soft skills in fields such as Human Resources, Social Services, Finance, and Psychology. Hosts annual events like the trainee luncheon and supports transitions into full-time professional roles.
financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$56.28M
Contributions & grants$52K0%
Program service revenue$53.36M95%
Investment income$2.48M4%
Other revenue$388K
expenses
Total expenses$46.32M
Program expenses88%
Admin / overhead12%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$34.43M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$96.56M
Cash$3.70M
Investments$56.67M
Liabilities$20.21M
Net assets$76.35M
Liquid reserves15.6 mo
5 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue +3.0%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024

Who runs it

paid leadership · 7
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
GILBERT LOUIS CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER 40 $609K
SUSAN E MCGRATH CCO 40 $287K
ELIZABETH CORRIGAN COO 40 $286K
LINA SARAY CHIEF FINANCIAL AND HR OFFICER 40 $275K
ANA KOESSLER CAO 40 $260K
TODD PINKUS CFO (THRU MAY 2025) 40 $245K
MAAG JEAN DIRECTOR OF NURSING 40 $144K
board members · 12
  • BARBARA RIZZO — DIRECTOR
  • DEOKI PESTANO — DIRECTOR
  • EILEEN BECKER — DIRECTOR
  • GAEL MONTEIL — PRESIDENT
  • JOAN FRIETSCH — DIRECTOR
  • JOSEPH A D'AGOSTINO — SECRETARY
  • LAURA BUFANO — DIRECTOR
  • MARIE GRAHAM — TREASURER
  • PAUL BUFANO — DIRECTOR
  • ROBERT PARRIS — 2ND VICE PRESIDENT
  • SCOTT SPRINGER — DIRECTOR
  • SHARON SIMMONDS — 1ST VICE PRESIDENT
relationships · 6

Who they work with

  • Federal Transit Administration Office of Civil Rights Government — Federal agency where complaints under Title VI can be filed against IRI, indicating oversight and compliance relationship.
  • New York State Department of Transportation Government — Entity with which IRI coordinates for Title VI civil rights compliance and complaint processing.
  • Not specified Partner — Shared Living arrangement pairs individuals with developmental disabilities with non-disabled individuals as housemates.
  • OMIG Government — Follows compliance guidance and regulatory requirements issued by OMIG.
  • Queens Parent Resource Center Partner — Merged with IRI in July 2016 to combine resources and expand capacity for care.
  • Self-Advocacy Group Partner — Representative body providing input from individuals receiving services to the IRI Board
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.

  • Community-Integrated Model for Independence
    methodology: community_integration
    By embedding housing and day services within community settings, we promote inclusion, learning, and social contribution because real-world participation fosters independence and belonging for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
  • Person-Centered Planning and Supports
    methodology: person-centered_planning
    By centering individuals' goals, preferences, and input in the design of support plans and services, we produce greater independence, self-determination, and community integration because personalized, collaborative planning leads to more meaningful and effective outcomes.
  • Self-Advocacy Integration in Governance
    methodology: self_advocacy_model
    By structuring self-advocacy groups and incorporating their feedback into strategic planning and quality improvement, we strengthen service relevance and empowerment because lived experience leads to more responsive and dignified supports.
  • Tailored Residential Supports for Complex Needs
    methodology: tailored_residential_support
    By designing highly individualized and safe residential environments for people with complex developmental disabilities, we improve stability and well-being because one-size-fits-all models fail to meet the needs of vulnerable populations.