irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $95KPROVIDE SUPPORT FOR COLLEGE PROGRAMS, FACILITIES IMPROVEMENTS, SERVICES, AND SUPPLIES
named programs · 1 · from sources
What they call their work
Academic Programs
Offers associate degrees and certificates in fields including health sciences, engineering technology, culinary nutrition, and emergency medical services
activities · 9 groups
What they do
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Higher Education Degree Programs 2 activities
- Enrolling students in higher education programsEnrolled 7,618 students in the 2023–2024 academic year, maintaining a 16:1 student-to-faculty ratio to support quality instruction.
- Offering academic programs and credentialsOffers over 150 academic programs, certificates, microcredentials, and specialized concentrations, including 84 degree and credential programs, serving a diverse student body.
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Local High School Scholarship Programs 2 activities
- Funding college programs, facilities, services, and supplies at Erie Community CollegeProvides financial support for college programs, facilities improvements, services, and supplies at Erie Community College, including funding for educational services and infrastructure enhancements.
- Funding student activities at Erie Community CollegeProvides financial support for student activities at Erie Community College, enhancing campus engagement and student life.
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University-Specific Endowment and Program Funding 1 activity
- Awarding scholarships to students at Erie Community CollegeProvides scholarships to students enrolled at Erie Community College, supporting access to higher education.
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Student and User Data Privacy & Security 1 activity
- Informing students of rights under FERPA and Title IXProvides access to information about student rights under FERPA and Title IX through dedicated web pages, promoting awareness and compliance.
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Interscholastic and Inclusive School Sports Programs 1 activity
- Operating intercollegiate athletic programsOperates 15 Region III sports teams, contributing to student development and campus community life.
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Interfaith Dialogue & Peacebuilding 1 activity
- Operating interfaith reflection spacesOperates interfaith reflection spaces at City and North Campuses for prayer, meditation, and reflection, with a new location planned for South Campus.
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Financial Aid and Scholarship Access Programs 1 activity
- Providing financial aid to studentsProvides financial aid to 75% of enrolled students, increasing access and affordability for learners at Erie Community College.
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Student Support and Academic Services 1 activity
- Providing student support servicesOffers comprehensive student support services including tutoring, food pantries, and child care to promote student success and retention.
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School-Based Mental Health and Family Support 1 activity
- Supporting student emotional health and well-beingProvides emotional health support and resources through SUNY Erie Connects programs and dedicated wellness initiatives for students.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$974K
Contributions & grants$657K67%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$239K25%
Other revenue$78K
expenses
Total expenses$962K
Program expenses45%
Admin / overhead43%
Fundraising11%
Salaries & benefits$404K
Grants paid out$307K
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$8.21M
Cash$95K
Investments$7.95M
Liabilities$57K
Net assets$8.16M
Liquid reserves100.3 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue -31.8%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| JENNA BICHLER | Executive Dir. | 40 | $120K |
board members · 14
- ALTHEA LUEHRSEN — Secretary
- BRANDON BIRTCH — Director
- CAROLYN STORMS-STOLTMAN PHD — Director
- FREDERICK GAWRONSKI — Director
- JAMES KINCAID — Treasurer
- JAY GALLIGAN — Director
- KEN KRULY — Director
- MARK GAULIN — Chairman
- MARY SZABAT — Director
- MICHAEL NEWMAN — Director
- PAUL LAMANNA — Vice Chair
- RACHAEL BROWN — Director
- THOMAS ULBRICH — Director
- VILASINI SHANBHAG — Director
relationships · 7
Who they work with
- Crisis Services Partner — Provides urgent mental health support and referrals for students in crisis.
- Erie Community College Partner — Primary beneficiary of financial support for programs, scholarships, facilities, and student activities.
- National Suicide Prevention Lifeline Partner — Offers 24/7 confidential support for people in distress and provides suicide prevention and crisis resources.
- SUNY Erie Network — ERIE COMMUNITY COLLEGE FOUNDATION INC operates within the SUNY Erie system, aligning with its programs and services.
- SUNY Erie Community College Government — ERIE COMMUNITY COLLEGE FOUNDATION INC supports student services at SUNY Erie Community College.
- SUNY Erie Community College Government — Joint meeting scheduled between the Board of Trustees & Foundation of SUNY Erie Community College
- State University of New York Network — Member institution of the State University of New York (SUNY) system.
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-Integrated Learning and Economic Mobilitymethodology: community-partnership-economic-mobilityBy integrating community partnerships and project-based learning with regional economic goals, the organization enhances student skill development and mobility because real-world engagement strengthens learning and workforce readiness.
- Comprehensive Student Success Ecosystemmethodology: student-success-ecosystemBy integrating academic programming with holistic support services, the organization promotes student success because addressing academic, personal, and social dimensions concurrently reduces barriers to persistence and completion.
- Equity-Centered Access Modelmethodology: equity-centered-educationBy providing equitable educational access tailored to the needs of a diverse student population, the organization fosters inclusion and student success because addressing systemic barriers enables underrepresented and marginalized students to persist and achieve.