irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $4.48MIRA - EIGHT HOMES AND ONE APARTMENT AT PATHFINDER VILLAGE ARE INDIVIDUAL RESIDENTIAL ALTERNATIVES CERTIFIED BE THE NYS OFFICE OF PEOPLE WITH DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES. THIS PROGRAM CURRENTLY SERVES 46 ADULTS. SEVERAL OF THESE RESIDENTS ARE COMPETITIVELY EMPLOYED BY AN AREA FACTORY AND HOSPITAL. THOSE NOT EMPLOYED IN THE COMMUNITY ATTEND DAY PROGRAMS PROVIDED BY THE ARC. WHEN THE WORK DAY IS DONE RESIDENTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO PARTICIPATE IN THE VILLAGE'S RECREATION PROGRAM. THIS INCLUDES ORGANIZED SPORTS, CREATIVE ARTS, MUSIC, BELL CHOIR, KARAOKE, GAMES AND SPECIAL OLYMPICS. THE RESIDENTS ALSO TAKE MANY TRIPS INCLUDING; DINNER OUTINGS, MOVIES, SWIMMING, BOWLING, SKIING, CAMPING AND VACATIONS TO VARIOUS DESTINATIONS. IN THEIR HOMES, THE RESIDENTS SPEND TIME SHARING FAMILY MOMENTS, LIKE DINNER, CHORES AND GAMES WITH THEIR HOUSEMATES AND STAFF.
- #2 $1.63MEDUCATION - SCHOOL-AGED STUDENTS AT PATHFINDER VILLAGE ARE OFFERED AN EXCEPTIONAL EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCE; ONE THAT IS CUSTOM-FIT TO MEET EACH STUDENT'S INDIVIDUAL NEEDS AND ABILITIES. THE SCHOOL WAS RECENTLY CHOSEN FOR THE "SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE" AWARD BY THE NATIONAL ASSOCIATIONOF SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHERS. THE SCHOOL CURRENTLY SERVES 21 STUDENTS AND OPERATES FOUR CLASSROOMS: PRIMARY, INTERMEDIATE, JR. HIGH AND SR. HIGH. FOUR SR. HIGH STUDENTS ALSO PARTICIPATE IN A PRE-VOCATIONAL PROGRAM DESIGNED TO HELP STUDENTS WITH THEIR JOB READINESS SKILLS. THEPATHFINDER SCHOOL OFFERS A FULL ACADEMIC CURRICULUM IN ADDITION TO SPEECH & LANGUAGE SERVICES, ADAPTIVE PHYSICAL EDUCATION, CREATIVE ARTS AND TECHNOLOGY/LIBRARY.
named programs · 6 · from sources
What they call their work
Arts in the Community Concerts
Free summer concert series at the Pathfinder Pavilion featuring live music and cultural engagement for residents and the public
Individual Residential Alternatives (IRA)
Provides supported living in eight homes and one apartment for 46 adults with developmental disabilities; includes community employment support, day programming, and recreational activities
Kennedy Willis Center on Down Syndrome
Offers educational webinars, community outreach, and resources focused on supporting individuals with Down syndrome and their families
Pathfinder Produce
Community farmers market providing fresh fruits and vegetables, increasing food access in the Northern Unadilla River Valley while offering vocational opportunities
Pathfinder School
Special education school serving 21 school-aged students with individualized academic, therapeutic, and pre-vocational programming across four classrooms from primary through senior high levels
Splash Path 5k and Fun Walk
Annual inclusive color run and festival promoting community engagement and fundraising for scholarships and programs
activities · 12 groups
What they do
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Free Outdoor Music Concerts 1 activity
- Annual fundraising and community eventsHosts the annual Splash Path 5K and Fun Walk as a fundraising event and organizes a Summer Concert Series featuring free live performances on Monday evenings during July and August to build community engagement.
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Nonprofit-Operated Cafés and Social Enterprises 1 activity
- Bakery, café, and hospitality servicesOperates a bakery and café open weekdays offering baked goods, meals, and beverages to the public, and runs a guest inn with four rooms available for reservation, providing lodging for visitors to the campus.
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Supported Employment for Developmental Disabilities 1 activity
- Compliance and organizational oversightProvides technical assistance and oversight for all departments and programs to ensure compliance with laws and regulations governing services for individuals with developmental disabilities.
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Special Education Support Services 1 activity
- Educational services for students with developmental disabilitiesOperates an on-site special education school serving 21 students across four classrooms (primary, intermediate, junior high, and senior high), delivering a full academic curriculum along with speech and language services, adaptive physical education, creative arts, and technology/library resources. Recognized as a "School of Excellence" by the National Association of Special Education Teachers.
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Local Food Market Operation 1 activity
- Farm-to-community fresh produce marketsOperates weekly fresh fruit and vegetable markets—including regular Thursday and Saturday markets at Village Commons, pop-up markets, and mobile kitchen cooking sessions—under the names Pathfinder Produce and The Farmstead Market & Community Center, with expanded hours in 2025 to increase access to nutritious food in the Northern Unadilla River Valley.
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Nonprofit Retail and Merchandise Sales 1 activity
- Merchandise sales and community engagementOperates an online store selling branded clothing and merchandise to support the organization and engage community supporters.
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Career and Technical Education Programs 1 activity
- Post-secondary education and prevocational trainingOperates Otsego Academy, offering post-secondary education with classroom instruction and apprenticeships at local businesses, and provides a pre-vocational program for senior high students focused on developing job readiness skills through on-site businesses and structured training.
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Inclusive Social & Recreational Events 1 activity
- Recreation and community engagement programsProvides a structured recreation program including organized sports, creative arts, music groups, karaoke, games, Special Olympics participation, and social outings such as dinners, movies, swimming, bowling, skiing, camping, and vacations for residents and community members.
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Youth and Community Research Initiatives 1 activity
- Research on community living and agricultural systemsConducted a study on agricultural output and food systems in 2022, completed a final report on a cohousing study in 2021 evaluating community living models for individuals with developmental disabilities, and collaborated on a white paper with Utica College assessing aspects of its programs or services.
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Residential Support for Developmental Disabilities 1 activity
- Residential support for adults with developmental disabilitiesOperates eight homes and one apartment as Individual Residential Alternatives certified by the NYS Office for People With Developmental Disabilities, providing community-based living for 46 adults with Down syndrome and other developmental disabilities. Facilitates shared daily living experiences such as meals, chores, and games to promote family-like environments.
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Volunteer and Professional Training Programs 1 activity
- Staff training and professional developmentGraduated eight staff members through the Direct Support Professional 2.0 training program, which aligns with direct care and human service competencies to strengthen workforce capacity.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Community health partnerships and wellness initiativesHosts the Edmeston Community Clinic operated by Bassett Healthcare Network on its campus and participates as a contributing partner in the Morris and Edmeston Central School's 5210 Wellness Committees to improve community health and nutrition.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$12.91M
Contributions & grants$484K4%
Program service revenue$13.04M101%
Investment income$-844K-7%
Other revenue$232K
expenses
Total expenses$14.22M
Program expenses91%
Admin / overhead9%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$11.08M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$45.53M
Cash$423K
Investments$18.08M
Liabilities$1.86M
Net assets$43.67M
Liquid reserves15.6 mo
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -8.4%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 4
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| KAREN KNAVEL | CEO | 35 | $239K |
| CAPRICE ECKERT | CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER | 45 | $150K |
| CODY RAY | DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL | 86 | $110K |
| PAUL C LANDERS M ED | CEO (THRU 2-2024) | 35 | $93K |
board members · 11
- ANDREA KIRSHOFF — DIRECTOR
- DAWN HAMLIN PHD — DIRECTOR
- DOUGLAS B WILLIES — VICE CHAIR
- ELISABETH M FOURNIER — DIRECTOR
- MICHAEL A PERRINO — DIRECTOR
- ROBERT S HANFT — DIRECTOR
- SENATOR JAMES L SEWARD — DIRECTOR
- STEPHANIE FADALE — DIRECTOR
- WILLIAM F STRECK MD — CHAIR
- WILLIAM MCCORD — SECRETARY/TREASURER
- WILLIAM W LECATES MD FACP — DIRECTOR
relationships · 44
Who they work with
- AAA Partner — Business supporter and competitive work site for Pathfinder Village community members
- Adult Day Services Partner — Team members from Adult Day Services manage and operate the Pathfinder Produce market and related services.
- Baseball Miracles, Inc. Partner — Business supporter and competitive work site for Pathfinder Village community members
- Bassett Health Center Edmeston-Burlington Partner — Recognized as a Community Hero for collaboration with Pathfinder Village.
- Bassett Healthcare Network Partner — Operates the Edmeston Community Clinic on Pathfinder Village property
- Boy Scouts Partner — Youth organization engaged in community exchange with Pathfinder Village
- Burlington Flats Daycare Partner — Business supporter and competitive work site for Pathfinder Village community members
- Chase Nursing Home Partner — Business supporter and competitive work site for Pathfinder Village community members
- Chobani Partner — Business supporter and competitive work site for Pathfinder Village community members
- Christ Church Partner — Church engaged in community exchange with Pathfinder Village
- Colgate University Partner — Higher education partner supporting programs for individuals with developmental disabilities
- Cooperstown Country Club Partner — Business supporter and competitive work site for Pathfinder Village community members
- Cooperstown Graduate Program Partner — Higher education partner supporting programs for individuals with developmental disabilities
- Edmeston Central School Partner — Local school district collaborating with Pathfinder Village
- Facebook Partner — Uses Facebook to share weekly market news and updates for Pathfinder Produce.
- Fenimore Art Museum Partner — Business supporter and competitive work site for Pathfinder Village community members
- Fly Creek Quilters Partner — Presented a custom-designed quilt to Pathfinder Village as a 40th anniversary gift.
- Golden Artist Colors Partner — Business supporter and competitive work site for Pathfinder Village community members
- Hartwick College Partner — Higher education partner supporting programs for individuals with developmental disabilities
- Major League Baseball Players Alumni Association Partner — Hosted an annual skills clinic at Doubleday Field with members of the Pathfinder Village All-Stars.
- Marian Mullet Partner — Founder of Pathfinder Village
- Mickey’s Place Partner — Business supporter and competitive work site for Pathfinder Village community members
- Morris and Edmeston Central School Partner — Collaborates through the 5210 Wellness Committees to improve community health and nutrition
- NBT Bank Partner — Business supporter and competitive work site for Pathfinder Village community members
- NYCM Insurance Partner — Business supporter and competitive work site for Pathfinder Village community members
- NYCM Insurance Partner — Employees hosted a community event and donated colorful socks for World Down Syndrome Day celebrations.
- NYS Office for People With Developmental Disabilities Government — Certifies the Individual Residential Alternatives program at Pathfinder Village.
- National Association of Special Education Teachers Network — Awarded Pathfinder School the "School of Excellence" recognition.
- National Baseball Hall of Fame Partner — Business supporter and competitive work site for Pathfinder Village community members
- PATHFINDER VILLAGE INC Partner — Self-reference as the operating organization of the residential community.
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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-Integrated Living Modelmethodology: village-model community livingBy embedding residents in a planned, village-style community, we promote autonomy, social connection, and independence for individuals with developmental disabilities, because lived experience within a reciprocal, ability-affirming social environment fosters personal growth and self-worth.
- Person-Centered Development and Choicemethodology: person-centered_supportBy tailoring education, support, and life planning to the individual, we produce greater independence and maturity, because recognizing personal dignity and choice leads to higher engagement and meaningful outcomes for people with developmental disabilities.
- Social Enterprise for Vocational Empowermentmethodology: vocational_training_through_social_enterpriseBy operating community-facing businesses and participant-managed services, we develop work skills and provide meaningful engagement, because real-world vocational experiences in integrated settings build confidence, independence, and a sense of purpose.