irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $1.50MSEE SCHEDULE O
- #2 $146KCOMMUNITY HABILITATION PROVIDES SUPPORT TO INDIVIDUALS LIVING IN THE COMMUNITY.
named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Community Habilitation
Support program for individuals living in the community, offering life skills training, social development, community outings, and vocational skill building in small group settings.
Day Habilitation Program Without Walls
Community-based day program for adults with developmental disabilities that uses New York City as a classroom, focusing on real-world skill-building, social integration, job readiness, and personalized tracks in art and career development.
Intermediate Care Facilities
24/7 residential support for individuals with complex needs, providing structured living environments with medical, behavioral, and adaptive support services.
School-to-Adult Transition
Program helping young adults with developmental disabilities transition from school to adult life through skills workshops, vocational training, and community integration support.
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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Day Habilitation Services 2 activities
- Community Habilitation servicesProvides small-group, weekday community habilitation services that support the development of daily living skills and community connections through hands-on learning and peer interaction. These services are designed for individuals with developmental disabilities living in the community and emphasize real-world skill application and social engagement.
- Day Habilitation programs for individuals with developmental disabilitiesOperates structured day programs including a traditional Day Habilitation program and a "Without Walls" model that delivers skill-building and engagement in community settings. Services include peer interaction, life skills instruction, job skills training, volunteer placements, and recreational outings such as bowling, movies, and shopping. The Brooklyn hub at Industry City operates Monday through Friday from 9:00am to 3:00pm, with small-group programming (staff-to-participant ratio of 1:4 or 1:5) to ensure personalized support. In 2023, 27 individuals participated in the group day habilitation program.
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Residential Support for Developmental Disabilities 2 activities
- Person-centered support and advocacy servicesDelivers individualized, person-centered supports that promote independence, inclusion, and self-advocacy for people with developmental disabilities. Services include skill development in social, intellectual, and daily living domains, equitable access to therapy, and assistance in accessing needed services. Direct Support Professionals serve as advocates and companions to support individual progress.
- Residential services for individuals with developmental disabilitiesProvides 24/7 comprehensive support in Intermediate Care Facilities and in small, inclusive residential settings (Supervised and Supportive IRAs) for individuals with developmental disabilities, including those with complex medical and behavioral needs. Services are offered across Brooklyn, Manhattan, and the Bronx, with Supportive IRAs accommodating up to three residents in apartment-style homes to promote autonomy and community integration.
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Disability Rights Advocacy & Self-Advocacy Empowerment 1 activity
- Advocacy for rights of individuals with developmental disabilitiesConducts advocacy efforts to protect the rights of people with developmental disabilities, amplify their voices, and support self-advocacy. Includes helping individuals advocate for themselves and access necessary services.
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Home Accessibility Modifications 1 activity
- Environmental modification services for home accessibilityProvides home adaptation services for individuals with disabilities, including structural modifications such as wheelchair ramps, widened doorways, grab bars, and customized living spaces to improve safety, accessibility, and independence.
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Uncategorized 2 activities
- Employee recruitment and retention programsOffers a $1,000 employee referral bonus, paid in two installments ($500 after 30 days and $500 after six months of employment), to support recruitment. Employs over 325 professionals across Brooklyn, Manhattan, and the Bronx who deliver direct services and supports.
- Staff training and professional developmentInvests in ongoing staff training and professional growth initiatives to enhance service quality and organizational capacity. Includes employee recognition through the quarterly GEM Award, which honors exceptional contributions to team morale, individual support, and workplace culture, with winners receiving a $500 bonus and featured recognition on the organization’s website and social media.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$33.02M
Contributions & grants$1.10M3%
Program service revenue$30.70M93%
Investment income$620K2%
Other revenue$603K
expenses
Total expenses$31.40M
Program expenses91%
Admin / overhead9%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$21.34M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$38.59M
Cash$5.87M
Investments$10.64M
Liabilities$10.57M
Net assets$28.02M
Liquid reserves6.3 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue +8.1%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 8
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| ELIZABETH LYNAM | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 40 | $241K |
| ROSEMARIE GOODEN | CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER (LEFT 1/2025) | 40 | $189K |
| HOK CHUI | CONTROLLER | 40 | $146K |
| NATASHA PAYSON | DIRECTOR OF OPERATION | 40 | $146K |
| CHRISTIAN ALPHONSE | Facility Director | 40 | $130K |
| LYNN VAIRO | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR (THROUGH 3/2024) | 35 | $128K |
| RACHEL JEAN-PIERRE | Director of Residential Services | 40 | $121K |
| OLUWATORERA OLAPADE | Nurse | 40 | $116K |
board members · 7
- BETH PERRONE — BOARD MEMBER
- CHRISTOPHER PERRONE — BOARD CHAIRMAN
- FRANK NARGENTINO — BOARD TREASURER
- JILL WOODFORD-TAYLOR — ASSISTANT BOARD CHAIR
- MILDA DARZINSKIS — BOARD SECRETARY
- NANCY SIGNORE — BOARD MEMBER
- RICHARD MURRAY — BOARD MEMBER
relationships · 13
Who they work with
- Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce Partner — Collaborates on community integration and inclusion initiatives for program participants.
- Community partners Partner — Partners with community organizations to expand access to inclusive services.
- Facebook Partner — NeuSpark PDS maintains a presence on Facebook to share information and engage with the community.
- Facebook Partner — Social media platform used for outreach and engagement
- Families Partner — Collaborates with families in delivering person-centered care and supports.
- Industry City Partner — Hosts the program hub and supports community-based services in Brooklyn.
- Instagram Partner — NeuSpark PDS uses Instagram to engage with the community and promote its mission.
- Instagram Partner — Social media platform used for visual storytelling and community engagement
- LinkedIn Partner — NeuSpark PDS uses LinkedIn to connect professionally and share organizational updates.
- LinkedIn Partner — Social media platform used for professional engagement and outreach
- NeuSpark PDS Partner — Direct Support Professionals are integral to delivering services and advancing the organization's mission.
- New York City Government — Provides services to individuals and families across NYC boroughs.
- Service providers Partner — Works alongside service providers to support individuals with disabilities.
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.
- Community-as-Classroom Approachmethodology: community-as-classroomBy using real-world community environments—especially New York City’s urban landscape—as experiential learning spaces, the organization builds practical life skills and promotes independence more effectively than traditional classroom settings, because authentic, context-rich experiences accelerate skill acquisition and social integration.
- Peer-Based Experiential Learningmethodology: peer-based_learningBy combining small-group peer learning with hands-on, community-based activities, the organization fosters skill development and inclusion, because peer interaction and real-life practice reinforce learning and build social confidence more effectively than passive or isolated instruction.
- Person-Centered Care Modelmethodology: person-centered_careBy tailoring services to individual needs and promoting self-determination, the organization increases dignity, independence, and inclusion for people with developmental disabilities, because autonomy and personal choice are foundational to meaningful engagement and long-term well-being.
- Supported Independence Modelmethodology: supported-independence modelBy designing residential and daily programming that balances appropriate support with self-direction, the organization promotes long-term independence while protecting individual rights, because sustained autonomy develops most effectively in environments where choice is respected and scaffolded rather than prescribed.