irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $2.44MDental Services: WYH provided 11,349 patient visits in 2024 including both preventative and restorative services to underserved populations and is the area's largest dental provider for Medicaid patients. In addition to the dental departments in Albany and Troy, WYH also provides mobile dental hygienist services through a program called Seal-A-Smile. Seal-A-Smile is an oral health program providing preventative services to elementary school aged children primarily in over 70 schools and Head Start programs across New York's Capital District area and beyond.
- #2 $4.87MBehavioral Health (Substance Use Disorder & Mental Health Services): WYH provided 9,269 patient visits in 2024 to clients with substance use disorders. Our Family Alcoholism and Chemical Treatment Services (FACTS) and Methadone Maintenance Treatment Program (MMTP) are part of an integrated behavioral health approach that incorporates support groups, counseling, referrals, and medication management options to stabilize and improve the lives of our clients. Both programs are licensed by New York State Office of Addiction Services and Supports (OASAS), and accredited by The Joint Commission.
named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Dental Services
Provides preventative and restorative dental care through clinics in Albany, Troy, and Watervliet, serving over 11,000 patient visits annually, primarily for Medicaid patients.
Family Alcoholism and Chemical Treatment Services (FACTS)
Licensed outpatient program offering counseling, support groups, and referrals for individuals with substance use disorders, part of an integrated behavioral health approach.
Methadone Maintenance Treatment Program (MMTP)
OASAS-licensed program providing medication-assisted treatment, counseling, and case management for opioid use disorder, accredited by The Joint Commission.
Seal-A-Smile
Mobile dental program delivering preventative oral health services to elementary school-aged children in over 70 schools and Head Start programs across New York's Capital District.
activities · 6 groups
What they do
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Community Health Center Services 3 activities
- Mobile health services (Whitney on Wheels and mobile dental unit)Operates mobile health units, including "Whitney on Wheels" and the Seal-A-Smile mobile dental program, delivering medical and preventative oral health services directly to schools, public housing, and community centers in Albany and Rensselaer counties. The Seal-A-Smile program serves over 70 schools and Head Start programs.
- Primary medical, dental, and behavioral health servicesProvides comprehensive primary care, dental care, and behavioral health services to over 20,000 unique patients annually across multiple fixed and mobile sites in New York's Capital District. Services include preventative and restorative dental care, mental health counseling, medication management, and care coordination for underserved populations.
- School-based health centersOperates school-based health centers providing on-site medical care to students in the City School District of Albany and Watervliet City School District, increasing access to primary care for children and adolescents.
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Outpatient Substance Use Treatment 1 activity
- Behavioral health and substance use treatment programsDelivers behavioral health services including counseling, support groups, referrals, and medication management through programs such as FACTS and MMTP, with 9,269 patient visits recorded in 2024 for substance use disorders.
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Community Health Fairs and Screenings 1 activity
- Health education and prevention programsOffers health education through an organized education series and delivers preventive care services, including on-site dental care and vaccination administration, to promote community wellness.
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Health Insurance Enrollment Assistance 1 activity
- Health insurance enrollment and care access supportAssists uninsured and underinsured patients with health insurance enrollment and offers a sliding fee scale, transportation, translation, and case management services to reduce barriers to care.
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Patient Portal and Digital Health Access 1 activity
- Patient portal and digital health accessOffers patients secure online access to health records, appointment scheduling, prescription requests, test results, educational materials, and billing services through a digital patient portal.
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WIC Nutrition Support Services 1 activity
- WIC and nutrition support servicesProvides WIC (Women, Infants, and Children) services to 2,589 participants and offers nutrition support as part of broader efforts to reduce barriers to care and promote wellness.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$32.23M
Contributions & grants$10.74M33%
Program service revenue$20.24M63%
Investment income$1.21M4%
Other revenue$35K
expenses
Total expenses$29.01M
Program expenses78%
Admin / overhead20%
Fundraising2%
Salaries & benefits$17.45M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$54.76M
Cash$1.29M
Investments$32.04M
Liabilities$7.64M
Net assets$47.12M
Liquid reserves13.8 mo
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +5.4%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 12
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| David H Shippee | President & CEO | 40 | $365K |
| Deborah A Vasquez MD | Chief Medical Officer Physician | 40 | $281K |
| Kenneth J Kroopnick MD | Physician | 40 | $243K |
| Padmaja Madala MD | Physician | 40 | $241K |
| Alexander Simao Jr | Physician | 40 | $237K |
| John E Fraher | Chief Financial Officer | 60 | $209K |
| David Skory MD | Physician | 28 | $198K |
| Kathryn E Rothas DDS | Dentist - Director | 40 | $191K |
| Angela M Doe | Chief Behavioral Health Officer | 40 | $182K |
| Robert M Cawley | Chief Information Officer | 40 | $175K |
| Robert S Coyle | Chief Operating Officer | 40 | $173K |
| MaryBeth V Goldstein | Chief Talent Officer | 40 | $166K |
board members · 13
- Annette Johnson — Board Director
- Casey Parker — Board Vice Chair
- Celyon Moore — Board Director
- Charles Welge — Board Treasurer-Incoming
- Gary Guy — Board Director
- Gus Birkhead — Board Secretary
- Kelli Arnold — Board Director
- Lauri Rosmarin-Plattner — Board Secretary - Incoming
- Marlowe Cochran — Board Chair
- Mercedes Teague — Board Treasurer
- Rosalyn Duvall — Board Director
- Sheila Nelson — Board Director
- Tracey Johnson — Board Director
relationships · 13
Who they work with
- Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences Partner — Multiple staff pharmacists and the pharmacy manager are graduates; some have held academic or governance roles affiliated with the institution.
- Community Health Centers Association of New York State Network — WYH is a member organization.
- HRSA Health Center Program Government — Awarded Quality Improvement Awards and designated WYH as a Health Center Quality Leader.
- Healthy Capital District Initiative Partner — Collaborates on the Seal a Smile program to deliver preventive and restorative dental care in schools.
- National Association of Community Health Centers Network — WYH is a member organization.
- National Committee for Quality Assurance Government — Recognized WYH as a Patient-Centered Medical Home at multiple sites.
- New York State Department of Health Government — Accredits Whitney M. Young, Jr. Health Center.
- New York State Office of Addiction Services and Supports Government — Licenses the organization's FACTS and MMTP programs for substance use disorder treatment.
- New York State Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services Government — Licenses WYH's substance use disorder programs.
- The Joint Commission Government — Accredits the organization's FACTS and MMTP behavioral health programs.
- The Joint Commission Partner — Accredits WYH’s Methadone Maintenance Treatment Program.
- WIC Government — Operates the Women, Infants, and Children nutrition program as part of a federal-state partnership.
- athenahealth, Inc. Partner — Technology partner that powers the patient portal for secure access to health information and services.
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-Aligned and Culturally Competent Service Deliverymethodology: community_aligned_careBy designing care delivery to be culturally and linguistically competent and aligned with community needs, the organization increases equitable access because patients from diverse backgrounds—particularly low-income and limited-English-speaking populations—are more likely to engage when services reflect their lived experiences and structural realities.
- Integrated Behavioral Health within Primary Caremethodology: integrated_behavioral_healthBy embedding behavioral health services such as counseling, support groups, and medication management directly into primary care, the organization improves client stability because co-located services increase accessibility and reduce stigma for individuals with substance use disorders and mental health conditions.
- Integrated Care Model Addressing Medical and Social Needsmethodology: whole_person_careBy integrating health and social care services, the organization improves patient well-being because addressing both medical conditions and social determinants of health—such as transportation, language access, and economic instability—leads to more comprehensive and effective care.
- Patient-Centered Medical Home with Coordinated Comprehensive Caremethodology: patient_centered_medical_homeBy organizing care around the individual through a patient-centered medical home model, the organization improves health outcomes because patients receive coordinated, continuous, and comprehensive primary care tailored to their specific needs.