irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $360KINCOME RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT - PROVIDES VARIOUS SERVICES TO RESIDENTS OF DUTCHESS COUNTY INCLUDING THE EARNED INCOME TAX CREDIT PROGRAM, DRESS FOR SUCCESS, SUITED TO SUCCEED, AND CASE MANAGEMENT PROGRAMS. CLIENTS RECEIVE SERVICES TO HELP THEM REACH THEIR GOAL OF SELF-SUFFICIENCY. THIS MAY INCLUDE FREE TAX PREPARATION AND BUDGETING ADVICE, EMPLOYMENT RETENTION, RESUME CREATION, AND WORKFORCE READINESS SKILLS TRAINING, AS WELL AS ASSISTANCE WITH WORKPLACE ATTIRE. CLIENTS ARE ASSISTED WITH UTILIZING, ACCESSING, AND INCREASING THEIR RESOURCES TO IMPROVE THEIR LIVES.
- #2 $904KCOUNTY SERVICES - PROVIDE VARIOUS PROGRAMS TO RESIDENTS OF DUTCHESS COUNTY. THESE PROGRAMS INCLUDED: HOME ENERGY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (HEAP), LOCAL SHARE, POOR AND ELDERLY GRANTS, HEATING ASSISTANCE, EMERGENCY FUEL ACCESSIBILITY, EMPLOYMENT CASE MANAGEMENT, AND HEALTH INSURANCE/FOOD STAMP ENROLLMENT. BEACON MEALS AND TRANSPORTATION PROGRAM HELPS SENIORS WITH MEALS AND ALSO TRANSPORTATION TO SHOP AT A LOCAL STORE.
named programs · 8 · from sources
What they call their work
Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) Program
Offers free tax preparation services through AARP Foundation Tax-Aide volunteers to help low- and moderate-income individuals claim tax credits.
Emergency Fuel Assistance
Administers HEAP and ECIP programs to help low-income households with heating costs and emergency fuel needs during winter months.
Employment Assistance
Provides resume writing, job search support, and interview preparation to help individuals enter or re-enter the workforce.
Food Pantries
Operates food distribution sites in Beacon, Dover Plains, Red Hook, and Poughkeepsie, offering 3 days of food per household member once per month.
Health Insurance Enrollment
Connects clients with health insurance representatives to assist in enrolling in Medicaid, Medicare, and other coverage options.
Powerful Opportunity Program (POP)
Partnership with Central Hudson to help income-eligible clients significantly reduce utility bills.
Prescription Assistance
Provides one-time financial assistance for prescription medications through partnerships with various funders.
Weatherization Program
Helps homeowners and tenants reduce energy costs through home energy efficiency improvements and conservation services.
activities · 7 groups
What they do
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Low-Income Home Energy Efficiency Upgrades 2 activities
- Deliver weatherization services to reduce energy costsProvides weatherization services to homeowners and tenants in multi-unit housing across Dutchess County to improve energy efficiency and reduce utility costs.
- Provide HEAP and emergency energy assistanceOperates the County Services program to provide HEAP application support, emergency fuel access, and temporary emergency fuel assistance to low-income families through HEAP and ECIP programs in Dutchess County.
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Health Insurance Enrollment Assistance 1 activity
- Connect individuals to health services and screeningsConnects individuals to free breast cancer screenings in certified healthcare settings across New York State and assists with health insurance enrollment by providing access to representatives at all service sites.
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Public Benefits Navigation and Enrollment 1 activity
- Deliver case management and benefit enrollment supportProvides appointment-based case management using a strength-based approach to help individuals and families set goals and access benefits including SNAP, HEAP, health insurance, and unemployment; offers support with application completion and documentation review.
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Workforce Readiness Training 1 activity
- Offer workforce development and employment supportProvides workforce readiness training, resume creation assistance, free tax preparation through the Hudson Valley CASH Coalition and AARP Foundation Tax-Aide, and professional attire through the Dress for Success and Suited to Succeed programs.
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Facility-Based Service Delivery 1 activity
- Operate community action and family resource centersOperates community action offices in Poughkeepsie, Wappingers Falls, Dover Plains, and Red Hook with weekday service hours, offering administrative and family support services including access to social service referrals and program information.
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Food Distribution and Hunger Relief 1 activity
- Operate food pantries across Dutchess CountyOperates food pantries in Poughkeepsie, Wappingers Falls, Dover Plains, Red Hook, and Beacon, NY, providing three days' worth of food per household member once every 30 days through appointment-based and walk-in services.
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Cancer Patient Financial and Practical Support 1 activity
- Provide direct financial assistance for urgent needsOffers direct financial aid to low-income clients for prescriptions, utilities, rent/mortgage, and other urgent needs, including specialized assistance for individuals undergoing breast cancer treatment in the Hudson Valley.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$3.02M
Contributions & grants$2.82M93%
Program service revenue$198K7%
Investment income$10K0%
Other revenue$722
expenses
Total expenses$2.99M
Program expenses88%
Admin / overhead12%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$1.54M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$1.20M
Cash$468K
Investments$0
Liabilities$391K
Net assets$814K
Liquid reserves1.9 mo
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +6.9%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 2
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| ELIZABETH C SPIRA | C.E.O. | 35 | $146K |
| TERESA PAINO | C.F.O. | 35 | $138K |
board members · 11
- CHARLENE SMART — PRESIDENT
- DENNIS CONN — TREASURER
- DR DAVID SCOTT — SECRETARY
- DYLAN MIYOSHI — DIRECTOR
- JOHN PENNEY — DIRECTOR
- JOSH STRATTON — VICE PRESIDENT
- KATHLEEN VACCA — DIRECTOR
- KATIE PALMER-HOUSE — DIRECTOR
- PAUL DAUBMAN SR — DIRECTOR
- PHIL ROSENBLOOM — DIRECTOR
- ROBERT MCKEON — DIRECTOR
relationships · 69
Who they work with
- AARP Foundation Tax-Aide Partner — Partner organization providing volunteer tax preparers for free tax filing services.
- Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation Funder — Partnered with Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation for community initiatives.
- Beulah Baptist Church Partner — Provides food pantry and meal services in Poughkeepsie, NY, in partnership with Community Action Partnership for Dutchess County.
- Center for Compassion Partner — Provides food services in Dover Plains, NY, in partnership with Community Action Partnership for Dutchess County.
- Central Hudson Partner — Administers the Powerful Opportunity Program (POP) in partnership with income-eligible clients.
- City of Poughkeepsie Partner — Ondie James, Councilmember of the City of Poughkeepsie Common Council Ward 5, serves on the board of directors.
- Community Food Locker Partner — Operates a food pantry in Pine Plains, NY, in partnership with Community Action Partnership for Dutchess County.
- Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley Funder — Partnered with Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley for community initiatives.
- Community Res. & Service Center Partner — Provides food services in Pawling, NY, in partnership with Community Action Partnership for Dutchess County.
- Community and Family Services Partner — Collaborates on processing temporary assistance, HEAP, and Medicaid applications.
- Department of State Government — Works with the New York State Department of State.
- Dress for Success Dutchess County Partner — Partner organization providing professional clothing and career support services to disadvantaged women.
- Dutchess County Government — Provides services to residents of Dutchess County under programs including HEAP, TANF, and Local Share.
- Dutchess County Government Government — Collaborates with Dutchess County Government on local programs.
- Dutchess Outreach- Beverly Closs Food Pantry Partner — Provides food services in Poughkeepsie, NY, in partnership with Community Action Partnership for Dutchess County.
- Faith Assembly Partner — Provides food services in Poughkeepsie, NY, in partnership with Community Action Partnership for Dutchess County.
- First Reformed Church of Fishkill Partner — Operates a food pantry in Fishkill, NY, in partnership with Community Action Partnership for Dutchess County.
- Foundation for Community Health Funder — Receives support from the Foundation for Community Health.
- Foundation for Community Health Partner — Administers the FCH Program to provide prescription assistance to eligible individuals.
- Holy Trinity Roman Catholic Church Partner — Hosts a food pantry in Poughkeepsie, NY, in partnership with Community Action Partnership for Dutchess County.
- Hudson Valley CASH Coalition Coalition — Member organization participating in coalition activities focused on tax assistance and financial empowerment.
- Hyde Park Baptist Church Partner — Provides food services in Hyde Park, NY, in partnership with Community Action Partnership for Dutchess County.
- Immaculate Conception Church Partner — Hosts a food pantry in Amenia, NY, in partnership with Community Action Partnership for Dutchess County.
- Jayne Brooks Memorial Church of the Messiah Partner — Provides food services in Rhinebeck, NY, in partnership with Community Action Partnership for Dutchess County.
- Love Reaches Out Partner — Operates a food pantry in LaGrangeville, NY, in partnership with Community Action Partnership for Dutchess County.
- Miles of Hope Partner — Collaborates with Miles of Hope on community programs.
- Miles of Hope Breast Cancer Foundation Partner — Collaborates to provide financial assistance and support services for individuals affected by breast cancer in the Hudson Valley.
- Mother’s Cupboard Partner — Provides food pantry services in Poughkeepsie, NY, in partnership with Community Action Partnership for Dutchess County.
- NYS Home Energy Assistance Program Government — State program that administers HEAP benefits
- NYSCAA New York State Community Action Association Network — Member of the New York State Community Action Association network.
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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.
- Community-Driven Strategic Planningmethodology: community-needs-assessmentBy conducting regular Community Needs Assessments and maintaining community-representative governance, the organization ensures its services remain aligned with local needs, because involving the community in decision-making increases relevance, accountability, and trust in programming.
- Integrated Family Support Through Centralized Accessmethodology: integrated_family_supportBy co-locating multiple family support services within a single Family Resource Center, the organization improves access and outcomes, because reducing logistical barriers and enabling coordinated care increases utilization and addresses interconnected drivers of poverty.
- Strength-Based, Wrap-Around Services Modelmethodology: wrap-around_servicesBy providing comprehensive, strength-based support services — including workforce development, benefits navigation, and resource access — the organization empowers individuals to achieve self-sufficiency, because building on existing strengths increases engagement, goal ownership, and long-term success.