named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
LEVEL-UP
Weekly program fostering personal growth, skill-building, and social connection in a supportive community setting for individuals with IDD.
LINK-UP
Year-round day program for young adults with IDD who have completed high school, focusing on community integration, life skills development, and employment preparation through structured outings and social engagement.
Special Olympics
Program offering inclusive sports opportunities for individuals with intellectual disabilities to develop athletic skills and celebrate achievement.
Weekend & Overnight Adventures
Extended recreational experiences designed to build confidence, independence, and friendships through immersive weekend and overnight trips.
activities · 6 groups
What they do
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Day Habilitation Services 2 activities
- Operating day programs for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilitiesOperates year-round day programs, including the LINK-UP program, that support young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in transitioning to adulthood by developing life skills, social connections, and employment readiness. Programs include real-world activities such as transportation navigation, money management, volunteering, and cultural exploration.
- Providing recreational, artistic, athletic, and wellness programsOffers weekly inclusive programs in Westchester County, NY, including health and fitness activities, arts, cultural engagement, sports through Special Olympics, and creative expression opportunities designed to build confidence, self-esteem, and community for teens and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
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Volunteer Engagement and Capacity Support 1 activity
- Capacity building through organizational development and staffingFocuses on workflow optimization, organizational problem-solving, and brand identity development; has engaged over 100 staff and volunteers since inception to support service delivery and operational growth.
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Respite Care for Developmental Disabilities 1 activity
- Delivering respite services for caregiversProvides respite services offering temporary relief to caregivers of individuals with developmental disabilities, supporting family well-being while maintaining participant engagement in structured programming.
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Adaptive Sports Programs 1 activity
- Engaging volunteers in program deliveryOffers volunteer opportunities to support the operation of programs and services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, contributing to program capacity and participant engagement.
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Residential Support for Developmental Disabilities 1 activity
- Managing program admissions through intake interviewsConducts admission interviews at its Yorktown Heights office to assess program fit for participants with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their guardians prior to enrollment in services.
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Specialized Summer Camps for Disabilities 1 activity
- Organizing weekend and overnight adventure programsPlans and runs weekend and overnight adventure programs featuring Broadway shows, cultural outings, nature getaways, and water parks to promote independence, social connection, and transformative real-world experiences for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
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financials · form 990 · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$1.13M
Contributions & grants$960K85%
Program service revenue$127K11%
Investment income$11K1%
Other revenue$31K
expenses
Total expenses$1.14M
Program expenses80%
Admin / overhead15%
Fundraising5%
Salaries & benefits$697K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$780K
Cash$290K
Investments$0
Liabilities$208K
Net assets$572K
Liquid reserves3.0 mo
6 years on record · 2020–2025 · YoY revenue +14.9%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2025
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| JORDAN WOOD | Executive Dir. | 40 | $125K |
board members · 11
- DARWIN JACQUEZ — Director
- DONNA SANTORO — Secretary
- JEFF FARNATH — Director
- JEFFREY GOLDSTEIN — Director
- JESSICA ERBACHER — Director
- JOHN DIRAGO — Vice President
- LONA VINCENT — Director
- MIKE PRIMIANI — Treasurer
- NANCY J KEANE — Director
- RHONDA VETERE — Director
- ROGER CAMPOS — President
relationships · 17
Who they work with
- Business Council of Westchester Network — SPARC is affiliated with or participates in this regional business network
- Hope For Youth Partner — Community-based partner organization
- Hudson Valley Credit Union Partner — Financial institution supporting SPARC as a sponsor
- Levitt & Fuirst Partner — Business sponsor supporting SPARC Inc.
- Lions Clubs International Partner — Service organization partnering with or funding SPARC
- M&T Bank Partner — Business sponsor supporting SPARC Inc.
- Mid-Hudson Valley Federal Credit Union Partner — Business sponsor supporting SPARC Inc.
- New York Presbyterian Hudson Valley Partner — Business sponsor supporting SPARC Inc.
- New York State Senate and Assembly Government — Government entities providing support or funding to SPARC
- NewYork-Presbyterian Hudson Valley Hospital Partner — Healthcare partner collaborating with SPARC
- Office for People With Developmental Disabilities Government — Receives respite funding from OPWDD for recreational activities through individuals' Life Plan budgets.
- Phelps Community Foundation Partner — Funder or sponsor supporting SPARC's programs
- Rockland & Orange County Partner — Geographic service area for program outreach and participant recruitment
- Special Olympics Partner — Collaborates with Special Olympics to provide inclusive sports opportunities for individuals with intellectual disabilities.
- Westchester & Putnam County Partner — Geographic service area for program outreach and participant recruitment
- Westchester County Government — Location and operational context for multiple SPARC programs including LINK-UP and LEVEL-UP.
- Yonkers Board of Education Partner — Liaison role established for advocacy on behalf of students with disabilities and supporting professionals.
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 Integration for Independent Livingmethodology: community_integrationBy embedding real-world community experiences and recurring social programming into services, the organization supports the development of independent living skills and sustained relationships among young adults with IDD, because authentic community participation builds confidence, competence, and belonging.
- Holistic Engagement Modelmethodology: holistic-program-modelBy integrating life skills, therapeutic support, recreation, and community connection into unified programming, the organization fosters personal growth and independence for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, because holistic engagement addresses multiple dimensions of well-being simultaneously.
- Individualized, Participant-Centered Supportmethodology: individualized_supportBy tailoring programs to individual goals through participant-centered intake and maintaining a low staff-to-participant ratio, the organization promotes skill development and safety, because personalized attention and structured support enable meaningful engagement and progress.