irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2023
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $70K
named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
Business Leadership Essentials
10-week virtual leadership development program for plumbing and HVACR professionals covering organizational leadership, people management, and financial mastery
CONNECT Annual Meeting
National trade show and meeting offering education on management and technical issues, networking, and supplier connections
P1 Contractor Continuing Education
State-mandated training classes for P1 license renewal, covering current standards and best practices in the plumbing and heating industry
activities · 7 groups
What they do
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Union-Affiliated Trade Apprenticeship & Training 2 activities
- Delivers online pre-apprenticeship and workforce readiness trainingProvides free, structured online courses such as the Workforce Readiness course and the six-module plumbing/HVACR introductory program to help individuals explore careers in the trades, covering soft skills, safety, math, tools, and construction drawings; includes a 90-day access period and 120-day completion requirement for specific courses.
- Provides continuing education for plumbing and HVACR contractor license renewalOffers required continuing education programs, including a five-hour course for P1 plumbing contractor license renewal in Connecticut, covering state standards and industry best practices.
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Construction Industry Advocacy & Standards 1 activity
- Conducts industry advocacy and legislative lobbyingEngages in ongoing lobbying at local, state, and federal levels to protect the plumbing, heating, and cooling industry from overregulation; organizes member participation in advocacy events such as Contractor Days in Hartford and the PHCC National Legislative Conference in Washington, DC.
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Leadership Development Programs 1 activity
- Delivers leadership development programs for industry leadersOffers a 10-week digital leadership program focused on people management and business finance, requiring 20–40 hours of participation including bi-weekly live sessions, and awards a Certificate of Completion and LinkedIn digital badge upon finishing.
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Professional Certification and Continuing Education 1 activity
- Distributes educational resources and training materialsProvides member contractors and employees with access to print and web-based tools, periodicals, live and recorded webinars, and online training programs through the PHCC Educational Foundation to support ongoing professional development and awareness of trade developments.
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Construction Industry Professional Development & Networking 1 activity
- Hosts annual national meeting and trade showOrganizes an annual national event focused on management and technical issues in the plumbing, heating, and cooling industry, serving as a trade show and professional gathering.
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Professional Association Capacity Building 1 activity
- Organizes networking and business-building events for contractorsHosts networking forums, dinner meetings, and business-building programs that enable contractors to connect, share strategies, and access proven business tools; includes member discounts on event attendance and educational programs.
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Uncategorized 2 activities
- Offers certification preparation courses for EPA and refrigerant handling examsProvides e-learning courses to prepare students and technicians for the EPA Section 608 certification exam across all sections (Core, Type I, Type II, Type III) and training on the safe handling of mildly flammable refrigerants, including exam preparation.
- Provides business and financial training for contractors and industry professionalsOffers online finance management courses and multi-module training in business finance, accounting, and management for plumbing and HVACR contractors and office staff, covering topics such as profit and loss statements, tax responsibilities, and billable hourly rates.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$81K
Contributions & grants$22K27%
Program service revenue$54K66%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$5K
expenses
Total expenses$74K
Program expenses99%
Admin / overhead1%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$46K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$77K
Cash$75K
Investments$0
Liabilities$9K
Net assets$67K
Liquid reserves12.1 mo
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +4.6%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| GINA SCUMACI | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 40 | $42K |
relationships · 17
Who they work with
- Chrysler Corp. Partner — Offers members a $500 cash allowance toward the purchase or lease of select vehicle models.
- Chrysler Corp. Partner — Partnership offering members, their families, and employees a $500 cash allowance toward the purchase or lease of select vehicle models.
- Department of Consumer Protection Government — Approved by the Department of Consumer Protection to offer continuing education to plumbing license holders.
- Federated Insurance Partner — Platinum sponsor providing insurance products and risk management services tailored to the plumbing, heating, and cooling industries.
- GoalMakers Partner — Partnered with GoalMakers, an expert-led learning platform, to deliver the Business Leadership Essentials program.
- PHCC Educational Foundation Network — Developed the Workforce Readiness course in collaboration with the Connecticut chapter.
- PHCC Educational Foundation Partner — Collaborates to provide educational resources and training programs for professionals in the plumbing, heating, and cooling industry.
- PHCC Educational Foundation Partner — Collaborates to provide training webinars and educational resources for members.
- PHCC National Network — Member of PHCC National, a national trade association representing over 3,000 contractor members in the plumbing, heating, and cooling industry.
- PHCC National Network — State chapter affiliated with PHCC National, providing access to national benefits, resources, and programs.
- PHCC National Legislative Conference Network — Participates in national advocacy efforts through involvement with the PHCC National Legislative Conference in Washington, DC.
- Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors – National Association Network — State chapter affiliated with the national trade association for plumbing, heating, and cooling contractors.
- State of CT Government — Collaborates with the State of Connecticut on HVACR EPA certification training and registration.
- State of CT Government — Collaborates with the State of Connecticut to deliver registration information for training programs.
- State of CT Government — Partner for registration information on HVACR low GWP refrigerant training course
- Tunxis Country Club Partner — Host venue for the CT-PHCC Annual Golf Tournament.
- Western Michigan University Partner — Contributed expertise through Dr. Adam Manley, Associate Professor of Career and Technical Education, in the development of the course.
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.
- Education-Driven Industry Improvementmethodology: industry-standards-through-educationBy delivering professional education and training grounded in public health, safety, and environmental standards, the organization advances industry practices and contractor performance because informed practitioners adopt safer, more sustainable methods that elevate sector-wide norms.
- Peer and Network-Based Professional Developmentmethodology: peer_networkingBy combining structured learning with peer networking and supplier partnerships, the organization enhances contractor capacity because shared industry insights and collaborative relationships strengthen practical knowledge transfer and business innovation.
- Policy Advocacy for Contractor Interestsmethodology: policy_advocacy_for_contractorsBy conducting sustained advocacy and lobbying across government levels, the organization protects and advances contractor interests because direct engagement with policymakers shapes regulations in ways that support business viability and industry growth.