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SEAWAY VALLEY COUNCIL FOR ALCOHOL AND SUBSTANCE ABUSE PREVENTION INC
OGDENSBURG, NY · EIN 222823721 · Form 990 · FY2024 · NTEE F20Z · Mental Health & Crisis Intervention · Medium ($1M-$10M) · svpc.net
revenue
$3.9M
expenses
$3.7M
net assets
$1.4M
employees
41
volunteers
20
program ratio
90%
mission · from form 990

MISSION:IMPROVING THE FUTURE OF OUR DIVERSE COMMUNITIES THROUGH QUALITY PREVENTION SERVICES.VISION: A LEADER IN PREVENTION EDUCATION. A CHAMPION FOR CHANGE.

profile · synthesized from sources

Seaway Valley Prevention Council provides substance abuse prevention, education, and recovery support services to individuals, families, and communities in St. Lawrence County, New York. The organization delivers evidence-based programs for youth and parents, operates a recovery center, and leads community coalitions to reduce substance use and stigma. Founded in 1987, it serves as a regional hub for prevention, advocacy, and recovery engagement.

irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2023

What they reported doing

  1. #1 primary $1.05M
    THE COUNCIL OPERATES THE VALLEY RECOVERY CENTER IN OGDENSBURG, NY. THE VALLEY CONNECTS RECOVERY SUPPORT SERVICES TO INDIVIDUALS, FAMILIES, AND THE COMMUNITY AND STRIVES TO ELIMINATE THE STIGMA SURROUNDING ADDICTION.MAJOR ACCOMPLISHMENTS IN 2023 INCLUDE:- PARTICIPATED IN THE STATEWIDE STAND UP FOR RECOVERY DAY- ACTIVELY ENGAGED 187 ST. LAWRENCE COUNTY RESIDENTS IN RECOVERY COACHING SERVICES- HELD AN ACTIVE MEMBER TOTAL OF 112 INDIVIDUALS- FACILITATED THIRTEEN SUPPORT GROUPS, MEETINGS AND ACTIVITIES WEEKLY- SECURED TEN NEW PARTNERSHIPS WITH OTHER COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS
named programs · 7 · from sources

What they call their work

Advancing Tobacco Free Communities
Community health initiative to reduce youth tobacco use through policy advocacy and retail marketing reduction.
Horizons Youth Clubhouse
Youth-focused program offering prevention education, mentoring, and activities for youth in Massena and surrounding areas.
Reality Check
Youth-led tobacco prevention initiative that educates peers and the community about tobacco industry marketing tactics.
The Incredible Years
Evidence-based parenting education program that strengthens parent-child relationships and supports child development.
Triple P (Positive Parenting Program)
Parenting education program implemented in the community to support effective family communication and child well-being.
UP! Coalition
Community coalition in Lewis County focused on substance misuse prevention and community norm change.
Valley Recovery Center
Provides recovery support services, peer coaching, and stigma reduction programs for individuals and families in Ogdensburg, NY.
activities · 11 groups

What they do

  • Youth Substance Abuse Prevention Education 3 activities
    • Building regional provider capacity
      Formed the Northern Tier Providers Coalition to support chemical dependency programs and community service directors across seven counties and the Akwesasne Reserve, and organizes an annual conference for addictions professionals in Northern New York.
    • Leading local drug-free coalitions
      Operates the Massena Drug Free Community Coalition and implements the Partnership for Success grant in Lewis County to address substance abuse and promote drug-free, violence-free environments for youth.
    • Providing prevention, education, and intervention services
      Delivers evidence-based prevention, education, information, intervention, and referral services to residents of St. Lawrence County, including school-based programming and community outreach aimed at reducing substance use and related harms.
  • Outpatient Substance Use Treatment 1 activity
    • Delivering recovery support and peer coaching services
      Operates the Valley Recovery Center and provides recovery coaching, peer support in emergency departments, and community engagement activities; served 315 individuals in 2021 and 187 residents in 2023 through these services.
  • Substance Use Information and Referral Services 1 activity
    • Expanding access to addiction resources
      Operates the Regional Addictions Resource Center to improve access to substance use prevention, treatment, and recovery resources across the North Country and Northern Economic Zone counties.
  • Community Capacity Building & Leadership Networks 1 activity
    • Fostering community partnerships
      Built collaborative networks by establishing ten new community organization partnerships in 2023 to strengthen local responses to substance use and promote public health initiatives.
  • Behavioral Health and Human Services Training 1 activity
    • Hosting prevention internship programs
      Hosts a Prevention Intern through the Paid Prevention Internship Opportunity (PPIO) grant funded by NYS OASAS to develop workforce capacity in substance abuse prevention.
  • Youth Development and Support Services 1 activity
    • Operating youth programs and safe spaces
      Operates the Horizons Youth Clubhouse and runs youth-led initiatives such as Reality Check and the UP! Coalition, providing safe after-school environments, life skills development, recreational activities, and peer education for teens aged 13–18 in Massena and surrounding areas.
  • Community Recovery Awareness Events 1 activity
    • Participating in statewide recovery advocacy
      Engaged in the statewide Stand Up for Recovery Day event in 2023 to advocate for recovery visibility and support.
  • Direct Mental Health Counseling and Support Services 1 activity
    • Providing employee assistance services
      Offers Pivot Employee Assistance Services to help employers support workers facing emotional, financial, or substance use challenges through counseling and referrals.
  • 12-Step Recovery Support Services 1 activity
    • Supporting families affected by addiction
      Provides Family Support Navigator services that offer emotional support, insurance and treatment navigation, and resource linkage for families impacted by substance use disorders.
  • Professional Training and Certification in Mental Health 1 activity
    • Training recovery coaches and professionals
      Conducts Recovery Coach Academy trainings and ethics in recovery coaching programs; trained 57 individuals in 2021 and conducted two academy sessions for 55 people in 2020, along with three ethics trainings for 44 participants.
  • Uncategorized 1 activity
    • Advocating for tobacco-free policies
      Implements the Advancing Tobacco Free Communities grant to reduce youth exposure to retail tobacco marketing and promotes tobacco-free outdoor air and housing policies through community advocacy and youth engagement.
financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$3.94M
Contributions & grants$3.92M100%
Program service revenue$26K1%
Investment income$-19K-0%
Other revenue$10K
expenses
Total expenses$3.70M
Program expenses90%
Admin / overhead10%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$1.89M
Grants paid out$233K
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$3.42M
Cash$92K
Investments$0
Liabilities$1.99M
Net assets$1.43M
Liquid reserves0.3 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +13.0%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024

Who runs it

paid leadership · 1
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
LAWRENCE CALKINS EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR 40 $110K
board members · 9
  • AMANDA GEARY — DIRECTOR
  • AMBER SULLIVAN — VICE PRESIDENT
  • ANGELA GRAY — PRESIDENT
  • DAWN MERZ — DIRECTOR
  • JENNIFER ELLIOTT — DIRECTOR
  • JOSEPH BOSWELL — TREASURER
  • KAY-C HAYES — SECRETARY
  • LAUREL PREMO — DIRECTOR
  • SAMANTHA PAIGE — DIRECTOR
relationships · 15

Who they work with

  • Akwesasne Recovery Center Partner — Partner organization offering support, learning opportunities, and referrals for adults affected by addiction and their families.
  • Community agencies Partner — Collaborates with community agencies to extend peer support and recovery services.
  • Hospitals Partner — Partners with hospitals to deliver peer support services to individuals seeking recovery support.
  • NYS OASAS Funder — Funds the Paid Prevention Internship Opportunity (PPIO) grant that supports a Prevention Intern at the organization.
  • National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence Partner — Adopts and implements NCADD's strategies in its substance abuse prevention programs.
  • National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence, Inc. (NCADD) Partner — Adopts and implements prevention strategies developed by NCADD.
  • New York State Office of Addiction Services and Supports Government — Certifies the organization as a prevention provider.
  • North Country Addictions Resource Center Partner — Collaborates to expand access to addiction resources in the North Country region.
  • Northern Regional Center for Independent Living Partner — Partner organization providing advocacy, independent living programs, family support services, and support groups within the resource network.
  • Northern Tier Providers Coalition Coalition — SEAWAY VALLEY COUNCIL FOR ALCOHOL AND SUBSTANCE ABUSE PREVENTION INC is a member of and leads coordination within the coalition of chemical dependency programs across Northern New York.
  • Partridge House Inpatient Rehabilitation Partner — Partner organization operating the only Native American inpatient rehabilitation program licensed through OASAS in the region.
  • Peer Engagement Specialist at SVPC Partner — Refers individuals to the Peer Engagement Specialist for ongoing recovery coach services.
  • St. Lawrence County Government — Provides prevention, education, intervention, and referral services to residents of St. Lawrence County.
  • St. Lawrence County Health Initiative Partner — Partner organization listed in resource network for prevention, treatment, and recovery services.
  • Statewide Stand Up for Recovery Day Partner — Participated in a statewide recovery advocacy event to support individuals in recovery.
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.

  • Adoption of Evidence-Based National Models
    methodology: national_model_adoption
    By implementing nationally recognized, evidence-based strategies from NCADD and programs like Triple P, we produce effective prevention and parenting outcomes because standardized, research-validated approaches ensure fidelity and effectiveness across diverse community settings.
  • Advocacy for Rights and Policy Change
    methodology: rights_advocacy
    By advocating for individuals' rights and supporting tobacco-free policy change, we produce healthier environments and reduce substance use because systemic advocacy shifts norms, reduces access, and protects vulnerable populations.
  • Community-Driven Change Through Empowerment
    methodology: empowerment-model
    By engaging and empowering residents, youth, and families as leaders in prevention efforts, we produce sustainable community-level change because local ownership and participation increase relevance, trust, and long-term impact of substance abuse initiatives.
  • Comprehensive Community Prevention Model
    methodology: comprehensive_community_prevention
    By integrating prevention, education, intervention, and referral services, we produce a coordinated community response to substance abuse because addressing addiction requires a multi-component, systems-level approach that spans individual and community levels.
  • Peer and Recovery Support Navigation
    methodology: peer_support
    By connecting individuals and families to recovery resources through peer support and non-judgmental navigation, we increase engagement and reduce stigma because lived experience builds trust and lowers barriers to care.