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PUTNAMNORTHERN WESTCHESTER WOMENS RESOURCE CENTER INC
MAHOPAC, NY · EIN 133048837 · Form 990 · FY2024 · Medium ($1M-$10M) · pnwwrc.org
revenue
$2.3M
expenses
$2.5M
net assets
$1.0M
employees
42
volunteers
21
program ratio
85%
mission · from form 990

PUTNAM/NORTHERN WESTCHESTER WOMEN'S RESOURCE CENTER IS A NOT FOR PROFIT ESTABLISHED TO PROVIDE ADVOCACY, EDUCATION AND SERVICES TO THE COMMUNITY IN ORDER TO CREATE A SAFE, SUPPORTIVE ENVIRONMENT THAT ELIMINATES VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN, CHILDREN AND MEN AND PROMOTES GENDER EQUALITY.

profile · synthesized from sources

Putnam/Northern Westchester Women's Resource Center is a nonprofit providing advocacy, education, and services to eliminate violence against women, children, and men while promoting gender equality. The organization offers non-residential and residential support including a 24-hour hotline, counseling, legal advocacy, shelter, and community education programs. It serves victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and child abuse in Putnam and Northern Westchester Counties, New York.

irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024

What they reported doing

  1. #1 primary $692K
    NON-RESIDENTIAL DOMESTIC VIOLENCE, SEXUAL ASSAULT SERVICES AND COMMUNITYEDUCATION: PNWWRC PROVIDES NON-RESIDENTIAL SERVICES AT A WALK-IN FACILITY.SERVICES PROVIDED INCLUDE RAPE CRISIS SERVICES, DOMESTIC VIOLENCE SERVICES,CHILDREN AND ADOLESCENT VICTIM SERVICES, 24 HOUR HOTLINE, VICTIM ADVOCACY,INFORMATION AND REFERRAL, COUNSELING, THERAPEUTIC SERVICES, SUPPORT GROUPSFOR ADULTS AND CHILDREN, EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS, LIFE SKILLS, EMPOWERMENT PROGRAMS. THE AGENCY STAFF PROVIDED 17 WORKSHOPS IN SCHOOLS, COMMUNITY AGENCIES, CIVIC GROUPS AND LAW ENFORCEMENT AND SOCIAL SERVICES ON THE PREVENTION OF VIOLENCE IN THE COMMUNITY. IN 2024, PNWWRC ANSWERED 496 HOTLINE CALLS, PROVIDED NONRESIDENTIAL DOMESTIC VIOLENCE OR SEXUAL ASSAULT VICTIM SERVICES TO 1503 ADULTS AND 303 CHILDREN WHO RECEIVED 9,829 COUNSELING AND THERAPY SESSIONS AND 2784 ADVOCACY SERVICES ASSISTANCE WITH 159 ORDERS OF PROTECTION AND PROVIDED 15 SANE EXAMS AT EMERGENCY DEPARTMENTS AND PROVIDED 70 SUPPORT GROUP SESSIONS.
  2. #2 $91K
    NON-RESIDENTIAL NON-DOMESTIC VIOLENCE & NON-SEXUAL ASSAULT SERVICES: PNWWRC PROVIDES SERVICES THAT ARE NON-DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AND NON-SEXUAL ASSAULT DRIVEN INCLUDING COUNSELING FOR SEPARATION AND DIVORCE, LEGAL REFERRALS,INFORMATION AND REFERRAL, SUPPORT GROUPS FOR WOMEN IN TRANSITION, EDUCATION AND CAREER COUNSELING, ART THERAPY, INDIVIDUAL COUNSELING AND VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES. IN 2024, 503 INDIVIDUALS SOUGHT THE SERVICES LISTED ABOVE.
named programs · 6 · from sources

What they call their work

24-Hour Hotline
Confidential crisis hotline for survivors of sexual assault and domestic violence, available 24/7 for immediate support and referrals.
Advocacy Services
Offers legal and systems advocacy including assistance with orders of protection, court accompaniment, and referrals to civil legal services.
Community Education & School Programs
Delivers workshops in schools and community organizations on topics including dating violence, sexual harassment, bullying, and healthy relationships.
Counseling & Therapy
Provides individual and group therapy, support groups, and trauma-informed counseling for adult and child victims of violence.
Domestic Violence Shelter
Confidential emergency shelter providing safe housing for up to 15 victims and their children fleeing domestic or sexual violence.
SANE Program
Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner program offering forensic medical care, counseling, and advocacy for survivors of rape or sexual assault.
activities · 6 groups

What they do

  • Domestic Violence Survivor Support Services 4 activities
    • Case management and community service referrals
      Provides comprehensive case management to help survivors address housing, medical, vocational, educational, and financial needs. Acts as a liaison between clients and external services, connecting them to resources for food, temporary assistance, insurance, employment, and education.
    • Emergency shelter services for survivors of domestic and sexual violence
      Operates a confidential emergency shelter with capacity for 15 victims and their children fleeing domestic or sexual violence, providing 24-hour staffing and shelter stays lasting 90 to 180 days. During residency, staff support safety planning and address legal, medical, housing, and personal needs.
    • Legal advocacy and assistance with protection orders
      Offers hands-on legal advocacy including help obtaining orders of protection, navigating court systems, and accessing civil legal representation through referrals to Pace Women’s Justice Center. Provided assistance with 159 orders of protection in 2024.
    • SANE program and forensic advocacy for sexual assault survivors
      Operates a Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) program that provides medical care and forensic evidence collection for rape or sexual assault survivors. Trained Rape Crisis Advocates accompany victims during forensic exams and provide ongoing support throughout the criminal justice process.
  • Domestic and Sexual Violence Prevention Education 3 activities
    • Annual Walk to End Domestic Violence event
      Organizes an annual community event in Carmel, NY, aimed at raising awareness and funds to combat domestic violence.
    • Community education and violence prevention workshops
      Conducts trainings, workshops, and presentations on domestic and sexual violence, stalking, harassment, child abuse, and violence prevention for schools, law enforcement, civic groups, and community agencies. Delivered 17 such workshops in 2024, transitioning to remote formats after March 2020 due to the pandemic.
    • School-based education programs on healthy relationships
      Delivers age-appropriate, school-based education programs focused on healthy relationships, bullying, internet safety, and violence prevention for students from elementary through college levels.
  • 24/7 Crisis and Warmline Support Services 1 activity
    • 24-hour crisis hotline and intake services
      Provides a 24-hour confidential hotline for individuals affected by domestic or sexual violence, offering immediate support, intake services, and connection to advocates. The hotline serves as the primary access point for emergency shelter and other crisis interventions.
  • Child Advocacy and Trauma Support Centers 1 activity
    • Counseling, therapy, and support groups for survivors
      Provides individual and group therapy, along with weekly support groups, for adult survivors of domestic violence, intimate partner violence, and sexual assault. In 2024 alone, delivered 9,829 counseling and therapy sessions and 70 support group sessions to 1,503 adults and 303 children.
  • Direct Mental Health Counseling and Support Services 1 activity
    • Support services for women in transition
      Provides non-residential counseling and support for women experiencing separation, divorce, or life transitions, including legal referrals, career counseling, art therapy, and support groups. Served 503 individuals in 2024 with these services.
  • Volunteer Engagement and Capacity Support 1 activity
    • Volunteer recruitment and training programs
      Trains adult volunteers to serve as advocates, court supporters, outreach educators, and event planners. Also engages administrative and fundraising volunteers to support data entry, hotline coverage, events, and agency operations.
financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$2.28M
Contributions & grants$1.73M76%
Program service revenue$544K24%
Investment income$9530%
Other revenue$-2K
expenses
Total expenses$2.55M
Program expenses85%
Admin / overhead14%
Fundraising1%
Salaries & benefits$1.68M
Grants paid out$342K
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$1.51M
Cash$276K
Investments$14K
Liabilities$471K
Net assets$1.04M
Liquid reserves1.4 mo
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +2.1%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024

Who runs it

paid leadership · 2
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
ANN E ELLSWORTHUNTIL 92024 EXECUTIVE DI 35 $96K
PIAGET SOLPIAGET EXECUTIVE DI 35 $27K
board members · 13
  • AISHA SEGNO — BOARD MEMBER
  • ANNE MARIE CORBALIS — VICE PRESIDE
  • ANNE NADIG — BOARD MEMBER
  • DOLORES BAYER — SECRETARY
  • ELAINE JACOBS — BOARD MEMBER
  • GAIL MESSINA — BOARD MEMBER
  • KELLIE SLATER — BOARD MEMBER
  • LINDA BLOCH — BOARD MEMBER
  • MARYELLEN MARTIRANO — PRESIDENT
  • MICHELE ABATE — TREASURER
  • MICHELLE PAEPRER — BOARD MEMBER
  • NANCY WILT — BOARD MEMBER
  • WENDY WEISS GREENBERG — BOARD MEMBER
relationships · 13

Who they work with

  • Board of Directors Coalition — Governing body providing oversight and strategic direction for the organization.
  • Child Advocacy Center Partner — Collaborates with WRC and its full-time therapists to serve children and families affected by abuse.
  • Child Protective Services Partner — Collaborates with Child Protective Services to support individuals and families facing legal and social service challenges.
  • CoveCare Center Partner — Partner organization providing mental health and substance use support; referenced in referral network context.
  • New York State Government — Licenses and approves the WRC as a Domestic Violence Shelter and Resource Center.
  • New York State Department of Health Government — Certifies the WRC as a Rape Crisis Program.
  • Pace Women’s Justice Center Partner — Referral partner for civil legal services related to domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking.
  • Putnam County Department of Social Services Government — Referral partner for social services including financial assistance, housing, and public benefits.
  • Putnam County Veterans Memorial Park Partner — Hosts the Walk for a Safer Tomorrow event in partnership with PNWWRC.
  • Social Services Partner — Works with Social Services to assist clients with medical, employment, and legal needs.
  • United Way Partner — Partner for connecting individuals to community resources via United Way’s 211 Hotline.
  • Veterans Memorial Park Partner — Host site for the annual Walk to End Domestic Violence event.
  • community support organizations Partner — Collaborates with community support organizations to address housing, medical, vocational, and educational needs of families.
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.

  • Collaborative Community Advocacy and Capacity Building
    methodology: community_systems_advocacy
    By combining direct service with strategic partnerships and case management advocacy within community systems (housing, medical, legal, education), the organization addresses structural barriers to safety and stability, because systemic navigation support amplifies individual-level interventions.
  • Open-Access, Integrated Support Services Model
    methodology: open_access_integrated_services
    By offering walk-in access to confidential emergency shelter, crisis intervention, counseling, and advocacy without structural barriers to entry, the organization increases service utilization and continuity of care, because low-threshold access meets survivors where they are in their readiness to engage.
  • Victim-Centered, Trauma-Informed Care Model
    methodology: victim_centered_trauma_informed_care
    By prioritizing survivors' autonomy and lived experience through individualized safety planning and integrated trauma support, the organization increases engagement and promotes healing, because this approach reduces re-traumatization and builds trust in services.