irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $1.84MPRESCHOOL: THE INTEGRATED PRESCHOOL PROGRAM AT THE 182 NORTH STREET SITE SERVES CHILDREN FROM THREE TO FIVE YEARS OLD. THE UPK / 3PK PROGRAM WORKS WITH AREA SCHOOL DISTRICTS TO HELP PROVIDE PRESCHOOL SERVICES FOR THREE AND FOUR YEAR OLDS. COMMUNITY PRESCHOOL IS AVAILABLE FOR A NOMINAL FEE FOR THREE TO FIVE YEAR OLDS. THE CURRICULUM FOR THE INTEGRATED PRESCHOOL CLASSROOM IS BASED ON DEVELOPMENTALLY APPROPRIATE PRACTICES WITH AN EMPHASIS ON CHILD-CENTERED ACTIVITIES AND IS ALIGNED WITH THE N.Y.S. STANDARDS. CLASSES ARE FULL DAY AND MAY HAVE UP TO 15 STUDENTS. CERTIFIED TEACHERS TEACH ALL CLASSES.SPECIAL EDUCATION ITINERANT TEACHER (SEIT): CERTIFIED SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHERS ARE AVAILABLE TO SUPPORT CHILDREN IN COMMUNITY SETTINGS. NYS CERTIFIED TEACHERS WORK WITH CHILDREN AND WITH FAMILIES TO FOSTER A BETTER UNDERSTANDING OF THE CHILD'S STRENGTHS, NEEDS, AND LEARNING STYLE. ONLY NYSED 4410 PRESCHOOL IN CAYUGA COUNTY. EXPENSES DO NOT INCLUDE $20,000 OF IN-KIND RENT.
- #2 $105KDAY CARE: WRAP DAY CARE SERVICES ARE PROVIDED TO CHILDREN WHO ARE ENROLLED IN PROGRAMING INTHE MORNING AND AFTERNOONS, BEFORE AND AFTER PRESCHOOL PROGRAMMING AND ONLY FOR 3 AND 4 YEAR OLDS.
named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
Day Care Services
Full-day childcare for children 18 months to 12 years, featuring on-site registered nurses and support for working families, including distance learning assistance.
Day Habilitation Without Walls
Community-based day program for adults with developmental disabilities, promoting skill-building and social integration through community activities.
Integrated Preschool Program
NYSED 4410-certified preschool for children ages 3-5, serving both children with special needs and typically developing peers in inclusive classrooms aligned with NYS standards.
Nursing Services
On-site registered nurses providing medical oversight, medication administration, immunization tracking, and staff training across all programs.
Special Education Itinerant Teacher (SEIT)
NYS-certified special education teachers providing in-home and community-based support for children with IEPs.
activities · 11 groups
What they do
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Children's Book Distribution Programs 1 activity
- Administer Dolly Parton Imagination Library program for young childrenProvides free monthly children's books to preschool-aged children from birth to age 5 in Cayuga County through the Dolly Parton Imagination Library, supporting early literacy and family engagement.
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Disability Rights Advocacy & Self-Advocacy Empowerment 1 activity
- Advocate for federal and state funding for individuals with disabilitiesIssues action alerts, organizes petitions, and promotes public advocacy tools to urge the New York State Congressional Delegation and Congress to secure federal aid and critical Medicaid funding for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
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Comprehensive Care Management Services 1 activity
- Coordinate medical care and clinical oversight for consumersProvides clinical oversight for all habilitation programs, reviews individual medical needs, develops personalized medical guidelines, schedules and attends medical appointments, and coordinates care with physicians, therapists, pharmacies, and families. Maintains compliance with OPWDD and State Department of Health regulations through up-to-date medical records and annual assessments.
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Student Support and Academic Services 1 activity
- Deliver counseling and social-emotional support servicesProvides counseling services to students through licensed clinicians as specified in their Individualized Education Plans, monitors social and emotional well-being, and offers resources such as social stories and visual schedules. Refers families to external support programs like FAST when needed and provides an Employee Assistance Program for staff.
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Inclusive Social & Recreational Events 1 activity
- Host annual Inclusion Walk community eventHosts an annual Inclusion Walk featuring community partners, basket raffles, and children's activities to promote awareness and support for individuals with disabilities.
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Day Habilitation Services 1 activity
- Operate day habilitation programs for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilitiesProvides Group Day Habilitation services that support adults with developmental disabilities in developing daily living skills and community connections through flexible, community-based programming. Includes clinical oversight and coordination of medical needs.
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Special Education Preschool Programs 1 activity
- Operate inclusive preschool and special education programs for children with special needsProvides integrated preschool services for children ages three to five using developmentally appropriate practices aligned with New York State standards, taught by certified special education teachers in full-day classes of up to 15 students. Offers Special Education Itinerant Teacher (SEIT) services to support children and families in community settings and is the only NYSED 4410 preschool program in Cayuga County.
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Residential Support for Developmental Disabilities 1 activity
- Operate supervised residential homes for individuals with disabilities (historical)Provided 24-hour supervised residential services through Individual Residential Alternatives designed to promote independence, inclusion, and productivity in the community, with staff support for daily living and health needs; program was discontinued as of September 30, 2020.
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Special Education Support Services 1 activity
- Provide early intervention and therapy services for childrenDelivers individualized occupational therapy, physical therapy, and speech/language services to help children develop motor skills, sensory integration, mobility, and independence in play, learning, and socialization. Multidisciplinary teams collaborate through weekly coordination meetings to support student progress.
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Before and After School Childcare 1 activity
- Provide wrap-around child care and health monitoring servicesOffers wrap-around day care for children ages 18 months to 12 years, including before- and after-preschool care, with full-time registered nurses integrated into daily operations to monitor health, administer medication, track immunizations, and ensure compliance with state regulations. Services are available five days a week from 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. for working families.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Support staff clinical training and consumer self-medication skillsProvides AMAP training to direct care staff and conducts ongoing clinical monitoring. Supports consumers in developing self-medication skills through assessment, training, and goal-oriented recommendations.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$3.24M
Contributions & grants$635K20%
Program service revenue$2.55M79%
Investment income$48K1%
Other revenue$9K
expenses
Total expenses$3.61M
Program expenses79%
Admin / overhead19%
Fundraising2%
Salaries & benefits$2.47M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$5.74M
Cash$1.05M
Investments$0
Liabilities$192K
Net assets$5.55M
Liquid reserves3.5 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -9.2%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
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| DANIELLE WRIGHT | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR (JAN - JUN 24) | 35 | $117K |
board members · 7
- CHERI WAKEHAM — SECRETARY
- DAVID GOULD — BOARD MEMBER
- DEMETRIUS MURPHY — TREASURER
- ED ONORI — PRESIDENT
- FARRUKH ANWER — BOARD MEMBER
- JARED BRACKEN — BOARD MEMBER
- MARK CARR — VICE PRESIDENT
relationships · 13
Who they work with
- ANCOR Partner — Participates in the #ForgottenFaces campaign to advocate for Medicaid-funded disability services at the federal level.
- Area School Districts Partner — Collaborates with area school districts to provide UPK/3PK preschool services for three- and four-year-olds.
- CPSE office Partner — Refers children ages 3 to 5 for physical therapy services through the school district's CPSE office.
- Cayuga County Mental Health Partner — Collaborates with Cayuga County Mental Health’s Families Access to Services Team (FAST) to provide referrals for additional social-emotional support for students and families.
- E. John Gavras Center Partner — Co-organizes the Inclusion Walk event with the United Cerebral Palsy Assoc Cayuga Co.
- NY Disability Advocates Partner — Collaborates on a petition to secure federal aid for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in New York.
- National Association of Special Education Teachers (NASET) Network — Recognized as a School of Excellence by NASET
- New York State Office of Persons With Developmental Disabilities Government — Operates direct care services under the oversight and guidelines of this state agency.
- OPWDD Government — Complies with OPWDD regulations for medical recordkeeping and clinical oversight.
- OPWDD Government — Provides funding and regulatory oversight for the Day Habilitation program; eligibility for OPWDD is required to access services.
- United Way of Cayuga County Partner — Supports the Dolly Parton Imagination Library program in Cayuga County.
- local Department of Health Partner — Collaborates with the local DOH to provide special education services.
- local school districts Partner — Works with local school districts to deliver special education services and coordinate technology and remote learning needs.
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.
- Ability-Centered Development Modelmethodology: ability-focused developmentBy focusing on individual abilities rather than disabilities, we foster self-sufficiency and community inclusion, because emphasizing capacity builds confidence, engagement, and functional independence in daily life.
- Individualized, Integrated Care Planningmethodology: individualized_care_planningBy tailoring medical, educational, and therapeutic interventions to the specific needs and goals of each child and family, we improve function and quality of life, because personalized plans ensure relevance, coordination, and sustained progress across settings.
- Play- and Peer-Based Inclusive Learningmethodology: play-based_learningBy using play-based learning and integrated classrooms with peers with and without special needs, we create meaningful skill-building experiences, because naturalistic, socially embedded learning enhances engagement, generalization, and social development.
- Trauma-Informed, Consistent Support Environmentmethodology: trauma_informed_approachBy applying trauma-informed practices and consistent staff response frameworks, we reduce behavioral challenges and promote learning, because predictable, empathetic environments enhance emotional regulation and staff effectiveness.