irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $1.33MUMCS supports programs and missions within the New York Annual Conference of the United Methodist Church catchment area. Our support can be grants, knoweldge database, sharing resources, and not limited to, providing access to expertise/consultants to the local United Methodist congregation or non-profits organizations. The work we have supported via our Mission and Outreach program: feeding programs, educational workshops, summer camp access to all, thriving cooperative parish, and, not limited to, residential behavioral health center.
- #2 $593KUMCS helped local United Methodist congregations or non-profit organizations meet their needs through grants and capital-building support. Our program includes providing access to specialist knowledge e.g. architects so that a church / non-profit organization can make informed decisions around property and property's needs. Each year, UMCS provides property and liability insurance to four churches and facilities so that they can continue to be a place of community outreach and public worship. These funds are provided by income from our investment portfolio and contributions from individuals and United Methodist Churches.
named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
Anchor House
Licensed behavioral health facility offering trauma-informed, faith-based residential treatment for men and women recovering from substance use disorders
Camp Olmsted
Residential and day summer camp for youth ages 6 to 14 offering recreational, educational, and personal development activities accredited by the American Camp Association
Children's Program
Provides capacity-building support, STEM enrichment, and operational grants to after-school and summer programs run by United Methodist churches in low-income communities
Grace Apartments
Supports affordable housing initiatives through church-affiliated residential properties
Trinity James Senior Apartments
Senior housing with community amenities and health-focused programming for older adults
activities · 8 groups
What they do
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After-School Academic and Enrichment Programs 1 activity
- Capacity building for church-led youth programsOffers training, coaching, and guidance to churches operating after-school and summer programs, supporting 8–14 churches annually to improve program management. Provided capacity-building assistance, STEM enrichment services, and outcome measurement tracking support to 17 churches in summer programming and 10 in afterschool programming, serving over 393 children.
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Jewish Religious Institution Support 1 activity
- Funding church and social service operationsProvides operational grants to Methodist churches and social service programs, including programming and capital-building support to approximately 35 local United Methodist congregations. Also provides property and liability insurance annually to four churches and facilities to support community outreach and public worship.
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Managed Campground and Retreat Operations 1 activity
- Managing retreat and recreational facilityProvides oversight and operation of the Olmsted Center, a retreat and camp facility with recreational amenities including hiking trails, tennis courts, playing fields, basketball and volleyball courts, an outdoor seasonal pool, and high and low ropes challenge courses.
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Volunteer Engagement and Capacity Support 1 activity
- Offering volunteer engagement opportunitiesOffers volunteer opportunities for individuals of all ages and skill sets to support its programs.
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Summer Day Camp Programs 1 activity
- Operating youth summer camp programsOperates residential and day summer programs for children ages 6 to 14 at the Olmsted Center in Cornwall-On-Hudson, NY, offering camp activities that build self-esteem and social skills. Programs are accredited by the American Camp Association and licensed by the Department of Health.
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Language Access Services 1 activity
- Providing inclusive program accessMakes program information available in languages other than English and provides alternative communication methods such as Braille, large print, audiotape, and American Sign Language for persons with disabilities, in compliance with federal civil rights laws and USDA regulations.
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Virtual Education Continuity Programs 1 activity
- Supporting virtual transition and reopening of church programsSupported churches in transitioning to virtual summer and afterschool programs during the pandemic by hosting network meetings, providing connection resources, distributing emergency grants, and creating a guide for reopening programs.
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Uncategorized 2 activities
- Expanding access to behavioral health servicesBecame a Medicaid Managed Care provider in 2018, enabling expanded access to behavioral health services, and increased bed capacity for men from 50 to 70 beds following an award from Governor Cuomo.
- Supporting new congregation developmentSupported the establishment of new congregations through financial aid and land acquisition, and transferred property to a Board of Trustees to achieve parish independence in 1894.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$5.43M
Contributions & grants$113K2%
Program service revenue$1.30M24%
Investment income$3.82M70%
Other revenue$196K
expenses
Total expenses$4.98M
Program expenses75%
Admin / overhead23%
Fundraising2%
Salaries & benefits$1.27M
Grants paid out$1.11M
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$50.42M
Cash$1.06M
Investments$44.29M
Liabilities$3.66M
Net assets$46.76M
Liquid reserves109.3 mo
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +1.4%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 3
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rev Angela M Redman Esq | CEO/Executive Director | 20 | $243K |
| Jessica Ellis | Chief Financial Officer | 25 | $197K |
| Shante Thomas | Associate Executive Direct | 25 | $126K |
board members · 22
- Alpher Sylvester — board member
- Bishop Thomas Bickerton — board member
- Colette Standford — board member
- Danny Gastelua — board member
- David Piscatelli — board member
- Denise Pickett — board member
- Doris Dalton — board member
- Elizabeth Abel — board member
- Fern Hart — board member
- Geraldine Snyder — board member
- Ingrid Peters — board member
- Inkoo Chung — board member
- James Perkins — board member
- James W Harbison — board member
- Joan Cargill — board member
- John E Carrington — board member
- Joseph Gordon — board member
- Judith Mcrae — board member
- Kene Erike — board member
- Kil Yi — board member
- Lance Carlile — board member
- Latasha Kempadoo-Riddle — board member
relationships · 11
Who they work with
- American Camp Association Network — Accredits Camp Olmsted's programs and facilities.
- Anchor House Partner — Subsidiary organization providing behavioral health services under The United Methodist City Society
- Anchor House, Inc. Partner — Subsidiary organization governed by The United Methodist City Society's nondiscrimination statement.
- Five Points Mission Partner — Co-manages Olmsted Center, with Five Points Mission operating the facility and United Methodist City Society providing oversight.
- Five Points Mission DBA Olmsted Center Partner — Subsidiary organization governed by The United Methodist City Society's nondiscrimination statement.
- Methodist churches Partner — Network of over 200 churches collaborating with UMCS on community programs and services
- New York Annual Conference of the United Methodist Church Network — Collaborates with the New York Annual Conference to deliver programs and ministries across the metropolitan region.
- New York Church Extension and Missionary Society Government — Original purchaser of land and early supporter of the chapel
- Office of Alcohol and Substance Abuse Services (OASAS) Government — Licensed provider for behavioral health disorders
- U.S. Department of Agriculture Government — Primary federal agency with which the organization complies regarding civil rights regulations and through which discrimination complaints are filed.
- United Methodist Center in Far Rockaway Partner — Subsidiary organization governed by The United Methodist City Society's nondiscrimination statement.
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.
- Capacity Building Through Resource Sharingmethodology: capacity_building_through_resource_sharingBy providing grants, shared knowledge, and expert access, we strengthen local organizations because resourcing both funding and expertise builds sustainable institutional capacity and program effectiveness.
- Faith-Based Community Partnershipmethodology: faith-based_community_partnershipBy partnering with trusted religious institutions and community networks, we expand program reach and deepen impact because shared values and existing relationships foster trust, engagement, and sustainable participation.
- Trauma-Informed Holistic Caremethodology: trauma-informed_holistic_careBy integrating trauma-informed principles with biopsychosocial treatment, we improve behavioral health outcomes because addressing emotional, physical, and social dimensions together supports comprehensive recovery and resilience.
- Youth Development Through Recreational Engagementmethodology: youth_development_through_recreationBy using structured recreational and creative activities, we foster youth development because diverse camp experiences build self-esteem, social skills, and personal agency in a supportive environment.