irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $3.01MCLINIC - PROVIDED CLINICAL SUPPORT SERVICES FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES OF ALL AGES WHO ATTEND A CERTIFIED DAY PROGRAM, LIVE IN A CERTIFIED RESIDENCE, LIVE AT HOME, OR ARE INDEPENDENT IN THE COMMUNITY. 1,064 CLIENTS SERVED.
- #2 $2.32MWAIVER SERVICES - MEDICAID FUNDED PROGRAMS WHICH SERVE THE DEVELOPMENTALLY DISABLED. 422 INDIVIDUALS SERVED.
named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
Clinical Services
Provides clinical support services including assessments, behavioral/mental counseling, physical therapy, speech pathology, occupational therapy, dietetics/nutrition, social work, psychiatric services, and podiatry for individuals with developmental disabilities of all ages.
Vocational Program
Work environment setting that allows individuals with developmental disabilities to perform simple production tasks to build self-esteem and prepare for entry into the workforce.
Waiver Services
Medicaid-funded programs that support individuals with developmental disabilities in community-based settings, including care coordination and support services.
activities · 8 groups
What they do
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Supported Employment for Developmental Disabilities 2 activities
- Operate vocational training program for individuals with developmental disabilitiesRuns a vocational program that provides work training and self-esteem development through production tasks for 106 individuals with developmental disabilities.
- Provide leadership and support in the field of intellectual and developmental disabilitiesProvides statewide leadership and direct support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, helping them achieve their full potential through a network of local chapters and services.
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Disability Rights Advocacy & Self-Advocacy Empowerment 1 activity
- Advocate for community-based support systems and against institutionalizationPlayed a leading role in ending institutionalization abuses and advancing a community-based support system for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in New York State.
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Developmental Disability Service Coordination 1 activity
- Deliver Medicaid-funded waiver servicesProvides Medicaid-funded waiver services to approximately 400–430 individuals with developmental disabilities annually, supporting community-based care and independence.
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Healthcare Compliance and Ethics Programs 1 activity
- Implement compliance and regulatory programsMaintains a Compliance Program to prevent, detect, and correct fraud, waste, and abuse, and ensures adherence to Medicaid requirements and HIPAA regulations to protect personal health information.
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Endowment and Gift Fund Management 1 activity
- Manage local charitable funds to support services for individuals with developmental disabilitiesPublicly solicits, receives, and manages charitable donations, ensuring 100% of funds remain local to support programs and services in Madison and Cortland counties.
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Residential Support for Developmental Disabilities 1 activity
- Operate respite care facility for individuals with disabilitiesOperates a six-bed respite care facility in Wampsville with trained staff to provide temporary care and relief for families of individuals with disabilities.
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Specialized Therapy for Children with Disabilities 1 activity
- Provide clinical support services to individuals with developmental disabilitiesDelivers clinical support services to over 1,000 individuals with developmental disabilities across various living settings, including assessments for OPWDD eligibility and ongoing therapeutic interventions. Services include physical therapy, speech pathology, occupational therapy, dietetics and nutrition counseling, social work counseling, psychiatric services, and podiatry care.
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Uncategorized 2 activities
- Collaborate on informational outreach about Section 14(c)Partners with JM Murray to provide informational resources about Section 14(c) of the Fair Labor Standards Act and its application for individuals with disabilities.
- Utilize Section 14(c) of the Fair Labor Standards Act for employment of individuals with disabilitiesEmploys Section 14c of the Fair Labor Standards Act to compensate individuals with disabilities based on their performance output in supported employment settings.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$25.36M
Contributions & grants$137K1%
Program service revenue$25.09M99%
Investment income$131K1%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$24.61M
Program expenses89%
Admin / overhead11%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$18.66M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$14.20M
Cash$3.42M
Investments$2.77M
Liabilities$3.05M
Net assets$11.16M
Liquid reserves3.0 mo
3 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +4.1%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 4
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
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| PERRY COURTO | CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER | 38 | $232K |
| WENDY BARNES | NURSE PRACTITIONER | 38 | $215K |
| CHRISTINE EVANS | CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER | 38 | $135K |
| KAREN MANSER | CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER | 38 | $133K |
board members · 9
- ALAN COHEN — DIRECTOR
- BRIAN HURLEY — DIRECTOR
- IRENE OLMSTED — DIRECTOR
- JOSEPH ZIFCHOCK — PRESIDENT
- KATHY NICHOLS — DIRECTOR
- MAUREEN LOUIS — VICE PRESIDENT
- RANDY SCHAAL — TREASURER
- SAMUEL GETMAN — SECRETARY
- TARA DELLECESE — DIRECTOR
relationships · 8
Who they work with
- Herkimer ARC Partner — Former employer of staff member Sherry Komnick, indicating professional connection and shared sector engagement.
- JM Murray Partner — Collaborates to provide a Q&A resource on Section 14c
- Karen Stace Partner — Compliance Officer and HIPAA Privacy Officer for The Arc Madison Cortland
- OneGroup insurance Partner — Brian Hurley, a board member of The Arc Madison Cortland, works professionally with OneGroup insurance, which has connections to multiple NYSARC chapters.
- The Arc Madison Cortland Network — Builders of The Arc Foundation is the fundraising arm of The Arc Madison Cortland and supports its programs and services.
- The Arc New York Network — Chapter affiliate of The Arc New York, operating under its statewide network.
- The Arc New York Network — Local chapter of The Arc New York, participating in a statewide network to deliver services and conduct advocacy.
- Upstate Cerebral Palsy Partner — Former employer of staff member Patricia Ehlinger, reflecting cross-organizational experience within the disability services network.
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 Integration Through Reciprocal Engagementmethodology: community_integrationBy embedding individuals with disabilities in community life through reciprocal relationships—both contributing to and using public resources—the organization promotes full inclusion and social belonging because mutual participation shifts community perceptions and strengthens personal identity.
- Person-Centered, Individualized Support Modelmethodology: person_centered_careBy tailoring services to the unique and evolving needs of each individual with intellectual and developmental disabilities, the organization fosters self-worth, autonomy, and engagement because personalized goal setting increases ownership and therapeutic effectiveness.
- Story-Based and Parent-Led Advocacy for Systemic Changemethodology: story_based_advocacyBy elevating self-advocate and parent-led narratives, the organization shifts public attitudes and secures foundational services because lived-experience storytelling builds empathy and drives policy responsiveness.
- Vocational Rehabilitation Through Functional Skill Buildingmethodology: vocational_rehabilitationBy providing work environments with structured, simple production tasks and functional therapy, the organization prepares individuals for workforce entry because incremental achievement in meaningful activities builds self-esteem and practical competencies.