irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $8.31MDAY SERVICES - APPROXIMATELY 300 INDIVIDUALS SUPPORTED AT SIX LOCATIONS FOCUSED ON THE FOLLOWING: . SITE AND COMMUNITY-BASED ACTIVITIES . ACHIEVEMENT OF INDIVIDUALIZED GOALS . INDEPENDENT LIVING SKILL DEVELOPMENT . EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING AND EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES . VOLUNTEERING . RECREATION . ARTS AND CULTURAL ACTIVITIES
- #2 $3.18MPRESCHOOL- SPECIAL EDUCATION PRESCHOOL PROGRAM PROVIDING INDIVIDUALIZED LEARNING AND THERAPEUTICAL SERVICES TO STUDENTS AND FAMILIES. . 74 TOTAL CAPACITY (FULLY ENROLLED WITH A WAITLIST) . 9 CLASSROOMS . 26 SKILLED TEACHING STAFF . 13 ADMINISTRATOR/CLINICAL STAFF INCLUDING SPEECH THERAPISTS, OCCUPATIONAL THERAPISTS, PHYSICAL THERAPISTS AND SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGIST
named programs · 7 · from sources
What they call their work
Community Habilitation Services
Supports individuals in developing independence and community engagement skills in their local environments
Day Habilitation Services
Supports adults with developmental disabilities at six locations through skill development, community integration, recreation, and wellness activities
Employment Services
Offers job training, pre-vocational skill development, and supported job placement for individuals with disabilities
Prime Time for Kids
Full-day special education preschool program for children ages 3-5 with individualized learning, therapy services, and parent training
Recreation
Year-round inclusive program offering social, cultural, and sports activities including Special Olympics, outings, and seasonal events
Residential Services
Provides Individualized Residential Alternatives with personalized support and community integration for individuals with IDD
Self Advocacy
Empowers individuals with IDD to represent themselves and exercise their rights through a peer-led advocacy group
activities · 11 groups
What they do
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Disability Rights Advocacy & Self-Advocacy Empowerment 2 activities
- Advocate for disability rights and policy changeEngages in advocacy on key issues affecting the disability community, including education, employment, housing, and safety, to promote systemic change and equitable access to services and opportunities.
- Support self-advocacy and civic engagementOperates a Self-Advocacy group for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities that has been active for nearly two decades, focused on building confidence, leadership, and civic participation skills. Also provides tools to help individuals identify their New York State representatives.
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Special Education Preschool Programs 2 activities
- Deliver early childhood inclusive education through Prime Time for KidsProvides inclusive early learning services for children from birth to school age through the Prime Time for Kids program, integrating children with developmental disabilities and typically developing peers, with educational programming tailored to infants and toddlers.
- Operate a special education preschool programRuns a full-day special education preschool program for children ages 3–5 from Rockland and Orange Counties, offering individualized learning and therapeutic services including speech, occupational, and physical therapy. The program has capacity for 74 children and maintains a fully enrolled waitlist.
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Community Health Center Services 1 activity
- Deliver comprehensive healthcare services for individuals with disabilitiesOperates a fully accessible healthcare practice providing primary and preventative care for individuals of all ages and abilities, including podiatry, adult and family medicine, women's health, wound care, immunizations, diabetes management, and hypertension management.
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Specialized Therapy for Children with Disabilities 1 activity
- Deliver therapy servicesOffers speech-language pathology, physical therapy, and occupational therapy services as part of specialized related services for children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
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Adaptive Sports Programs 1 activity
- Engage volunteers in program supportMobilizes volunteers to support programs and services for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, enhancing service delivery and community inclusion.
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Fundraising and Financial Support for IDD Services 1 activity
- Fund a continuum of supports and servicesFunds a comprehensive range of supports and services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities from early childhood through senior years, ensuring access to lifelong care and community participation.
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Charity Event Organization 1 activity
- Organize annual fundraising walk eventHosts an annual walk event to raise funds and awareness in support of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and the organization’s programs.
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Supported Employment for Developmental Disabilities 1 activity
- Provide Supported Employment ServicesOffers job training, pre-vocational skill development, and individualized job placement support for adults with developmental disabilities to promote workforce integration and economic independence.
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Day Habilitation Services 1 activity
- Provide day services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilitiesOffers community-based day services for approximately 300 individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities across six locations in Rockland County, focusing on independent living skills, education, volunteering, recreation, arts, and community engagement. Programs operate Monday to Friday and include transportation and site- or community-based activities.
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Direct Mental Health Counseling and Support Services 1 activity
- Provide mental and behavioral health servicesDelivers mental health services including psychiatry and psychology through in-person and telehealth modalities, supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities across the lifespan.
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Inclusive Social & Recreational Events 1 activity
- Run year-round recreational and social programsProvides inclusive recreational activities throughout the year, including bowling, karaoke, arts, entertainment, sports, and participation in Special Olympics events such as basketball and track and field. Also organizes excursions to theaters, wrestling events, restaurants, and shows, along with seasonal events like outdoor BBQs and baseball games.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$45.41M
Contributions & grants$375K1%
Program service revenue$43.64M96%
Investment income$966K2%
Other revenue$433K
expenses
Total expenses$43.90M
Program expenses89%
Admin / overhead11%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$35.79M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$29.09M
Cash$5.17M
Investments$3.22M
Liabilities$10.69M
Net assets$18.40M
Liquid reserves2.3 mo
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +10.4%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 8
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
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| JANE V ZEMON | CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER | 42 | $288K |
| GANEENE O'BRIEN | CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER | 41 | $225K |
| JESSICA PIZZUTELLO | CHIEF PROGRAM OFFICER | 40 | $187K |
| BETHANY RAE RICHMOND | CHIEF CLINICAL OFFICER | 44 | $185K |
| WILLIAM TYLER MARLOWE | CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER | 40 | $169K |
| DEBRA M ARCHAMBAULT | MANAGING DIRECTOR, RESIDENTIAL SERVICES | 47 | $168K |
| MELISSA TIRRO-MCDONALD | DIRECTOR, CHILDREN'S SERVICES | 40 | $164K |
| DEBRA ZALLO-PRAGDAT | SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER | 40 | $138K |
board members · 14
- ALEXANDRA LEYS — 1ST VICE PRESIDENT
- DIAN CIFUNI — PRESIDENT
- DIANE ZERNONE — DIRECTOR
- EDWARD RAUSH — SECRETARY
- JESSICA SIROTA — DIRECTOR
- JOHN M SMITH — TREASURER
- KAREN FEINSTEIN — DIRECTOR
- KATHLEEN NOWAK — DIRECTOR
- LAURENCE MCCUE — ASSISTANT SECRETARY
- LYNDA MELTZER — DIRECTOR
- MICHAEL REINER — ASSISTANT TREASURER
- RITA RAMEAU — DIRECTOR
- ROBERT COOPER — DIRECTOR THRU 1/29/24
- SONIA CRANNAGE ESQ — DIRECTOR
relationships · 24
Who they work with
- Active International Partner — Platinum sponsor for the 2026 Step Up for The Arc Rockland Walk.
- Committee on Preschool Special Education Government — Collaborates with the Committee on Preschool Special Education from each child's home school district to deliver services mandated by Individualized Education Plans.
- Dunkin Partner — Dunkin has donated to The Arc Rockland, supporting its programs and services.
- Gallagher Partner — Silver sponsor for the 2026 Step Up for The Arc Rockland Walk.
- Gotham Partner — Presenting sponsor for the 2026 Step Up for The Arc Rockland Walk.
- Hoffman Partner — Silver sponsor for the 2026 Step Up for The Arc Rockland Walk.
- Hudson Valley Comprehensive Healthcare Partner — Jointly operates a regional healthcare practice focused on accessibility and comprehensive services for individuals of all ages and abilities.
- Hudson Valley Comprehensive Healthcare Partner — Provides healthcare services in partnership with The Arc Rockland, serving individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and broader community members.
- National Association of Special Education Teachers Network — Recognized as a School of Excellence by the National Association of Special Education Teachers.
- New York Boulders Partner — Hosts the Step Up for The Arc Rockland Walk at Clover Stadium.
- New York State Assemblyman Karl Brabenec Government — Government representative engaged in advocacy efforts.
- New York State Assemblyman Patrick Carroll Government — Government representative engaged in advocacy efforts.
- New York State Governor Kathy Hochul Government — Government representative engaged in advocacy efforts.
- New York State Senator Bill Weber Government — Government representative engaged in advocacy efforts.
- New York State Senator Pete Harckham Government — Government representative engaged in advocacy efforts.
- Orchard Park Leasing Partner — Silver sponsor for the 2026 Step Up for The Arc Rockland Walk.
- Prescription Center Partner — Gold sponsor for the 2026 Step Up for The Arc Rockland Walk.
- Rand Commercial Partner — Sponsor of The Arc Rockland.
- Recruitment@rocklandarc.org Partner — Email contact point for volunteer recruitment and coordination.
- Special Olympics Partner — Participates in Special Olympics events throughout the year.
- The Arc Foundation of Rockland Partner — Receives donations on behalf of The Arc Rockland and processes giving.
- The Arc New York Network — The Arc Rockland is an affiliate chapter of The Arc New York, part of a larger state-level network advocating for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
- Venture Together Partner — Local agency that provided residential care for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including Aaron Zemon.
- Webster Bank Partner — Sponsor of The Arc Rockland.
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-Integrated Support Modelmethodology: community-integrationBy blending site-based and community-based activities, we produce greater social inclusion and skill development, because integrating services within real-world contexts enables individuals with developmental disabilities to practice independence and build relationships in authentic settings.
- Individualized Education and Development Modelmethodology: individualized_learningBy tailoring learning and developmental supports to each child’s unique profile and pace, we produce better educational and social outcomes, because developmentally appropriate, differentiated instruction respects neurodiversity and fosters growth in communication, emotional regulation, and independence.
- Person-Centered Planning for Community Inclusionmethodology: person-centered_planningBy centering individuals' personal choices and goals in service design, we produce greater community participation and independence, because autonomy and dignity are foundational to meaningful engagement and long-term well-being for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
- Self-Advocacy and Civic Empowerment Modelmethodology: self_advocacy_empowermentBy equipping individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to advocate for themselves and engage civically, we produce greater agency and social inclusion, because direct empowerment builds confidence, skills, and political voice that reinforce dignity and rights as citizens.