named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Keys To Progress
Initiative providing vehicles and resources to help stabilize low-income veterans and their families through transportation and access to services
Sgt. Henry Johnson Veterans House
Transitional residence providing safe housing for 28 homeless veterans in Albany; serves as a cornerstone of the organization's housing continuum
Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF)
Program led by a veteran program manager that offers eviction prevention, rental and utility assistance, financial support, and referrals to healthcare and employment services
Veteran Community Advocacy Program (VCAP)
Peer-to-peer support and advocacy initiative for OEF/OIF veterans focusing on reintegration, mental health, and suicide prevention
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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Supportive and Emergency Housing Services 2 activities
- Deliver housing and financial assistance through SSVF programDelivers housing interventions, eviction prevention, and financial assistance for rent, utilities, furniture, food, childcare, and relocation through the Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF) program, expanding veteran access to critical support.
- Operate transitional housing for veteransOperates the Sgt. Henry Johnson Veterans House, a transitional residence providing housing for 28 veterans, as part of its affordable housing services for homeless veterans.
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Veteran Benefits and Reintegration Support 2 activities
- Employ veterans through Compensated Work Therapy programEmploys veterans through the Compensated Work Therapy program, which provided employment opportunities for more than 45 veterans in one year.
- Provide reintegration and case management services for veteransProvides reintegration support to veterans returning from Iraq and Afghanistan, including needs assessment and referrals to healthcare, counseling, employment, and financial management services.
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Veteran Support Grantmaking 1 activity
- Administer Veteran Community Advocacy Program (VCAP)Operates the Veteran Community Advocacy Program (VCAP) to provide assistance and advocacy specifically for OEF/OIF veterans.
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Furniture and Household Essentials Provision 1 activity
- Provide household goods for formerly homeless veteransUses funds from the Cadets for Vets Hockey Fundraiser to purchase furniture and household supplies for formerly homeless veterans to support housing stability.
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Vehicle Donation Processing 1 activity
- Utilize vehicle donations to support service deliveryUses donated assets such as a Chevy Silverado to support service delivery for low-income veterans and their families in the Capital Region.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$3.31M
Contributions & grants$3.01M91%
Program service revenue$241K7%
Investment income$51K2%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$2.77M
Program expenses92%
Admin / overhead8%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$1.79M
Grants paid out$419K
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$4.69M
Cash$1.11M
Investments$0
Liabilities$363K
Net assets$4.33M
Liquid reserves4.8 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -10.9%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 3
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| JOSEPH P SLUSZKA | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 35 | $101K |
| SONDRA YOUNG | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 35 | $44K |
| STEPHANIE LANE | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 35 | $25K |
board members · 8
- BERNARD BRYAN — DIRECTOR
- DAVE SOSA — DIRECTOR
- GAIL PATRICIA PERRY — SECRETARY
- JAMES BOULDIN — PRESIDENT
- LARITA VANBERGEN — VICE PRESIDENT
- MARY K MOORE — DIRECTOR
- MICHAEL LAPORTE — DIRECTOR
- PETER PHELAN — TREASURER
relationships · 10
Who they work with
- American Legion Riders of Helderberg Post 977 Partner — Provided a holiday donation to support homeless veterans at the Henry Johnson Veterans House.
- Combat Veterans Motorcycle Club Partner — Donated winter clothing to support homeless veterans served by the Albany Housing Coalition.
- Department of Veterans Affairs Partner — Partner in delivering the SSVF program and expanding veteran support services
- EveryDayWarriors Partner — Selected the Albany Housing Coalition to receive nearly $10,000 from a golf fundraiser at Fairways of Halfmoon.
- LaSalle Institute Partner — Hosts the annual Cadets for Vets Hockey Fundraiser to support the Albany Housing Coalition's homeless veteran programs.
- NY Chapter 8 Motorcycle Club Partner — Provides ongoing support to residents of the Henry Johnson Veterans House, helping them regain stability and purpose.
- National Guard Partner — Collaborates with the National Guard to support veterans' reintegration.
- VA Government — Complements VA resources through volunteer counseling providers and referrals.
- Watervliet-Cohoes Elks Partner — Hosts the annual Christmas party with Santa at the Henry Johnson Veterans House for 28 consecutive years.
- local landlords Partner — Collaborates to provide housing solutions and promote long-term housing stability for veterans
strategies · 1
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.
- Veteran-Centered, Holistic Support Modelmethodology: veteran-centered approachBy prioritizing dignity and accountability through a veteran-centered approach, and by partnering with the VA, landlords, and community organizations, the organization delivers holistic, person-centered support that promotes long-term housing stability because integrated, tailored services address the multifaceted barriers veterans face during reintegration.