irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $3.29MINTERMEDIATE CARE FACILITY - RESIDENTIAL PROGRAM PROVIDES A COMMUNITY-LIKE SETTING FOR THE DEVELOPMENTALLY DISABLED THROUGH A SMALL GROUP SETTING. 2024 BILLABLE UNITS RELATED TO ICF SERVICES WERE APPROXIMATELY 8,030.
- #2 $6.64MDAY HABILITATION - PROVIDES ASSISTANCE WITH ACQUISION, RETENTION AND IMPROVEMENT OF SELF-HELP, SOCIALIZATION AND ADAPTIVE SKILLS. 2024 BILLABLE UNITS RELATED TO DAY HABILITATION SERVICES WERE APPROXIMATELY 44,000.
named programs · 2 · from sources
What they call their work
Day Habilitation
Assists individuals in acquiring, retaining, and improving self-help, socialization, and adaptive skills through structured daily activities and community engagement.
Intermediate Care Facility - Residential Program
Provides a community-like setting for individuals with developmental disabilities through small group living arrangements, offering 24/7 support and care.
activities · 8 groups
What they do
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Residential Support for Developmental Disabilities 2 activities
- Fundraising and financial resource developmentRaises operating and capital funds through fundraising events and donor campaigns to support programs and services for individuals with developmental disabilities, including special projects and an endowment for long-term sustainability.
- Residential and in-home support servicesOperates 18 community-based homes, 6 supportive apartments, and family care homes serving 118 individuals, and provides in-home support services to 110 families, offering community-integrated living options for individuals with developmental disabilities.
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Art Programs for Individuals with Developmental Disabilities 1 activity
- Art-based and community engagement programsProvides art-based self-expression opportunities through Creative Endeavors and organizes community outings such as concerts at SPAC to foster emotional and physical wellbeing for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
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Healthcare Compliance and Ethics Programs 1 activity
- Compliance and quality assurance systemsMaintains a Quality Improvement Plan, conducts regular auditing and monitoring, requires annual compliance training for all staff and contractors, and operates a Compliance Hotline to ensure adherence to regulations and organizational policies.
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Day Habilitation Services 1 activity
- Direct support services for individuals with developmental disabilitiesProvides comprehensive direct services including clinical support (occupational, physical, and speech therapy; nursing; psychology; social work), day habilitation, community integration, pre-vocational training, and recreational activities for 650 individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, primarily adults over age 21.
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Workforce Readiness Training 1 activity
- Employment support and competitive job placementProvides pre-vocational training and employment support through Alpha Career Options, serving 16 individuals in pre-vocational programs and supporting 86 individuals in competitive employment within the community.
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Autism and Neurodiversity Family Support Services 1 activity
- Family and community support programsOffers family and community support services including caregiver support groups, adult social clubs, sibling support (Sibshops), educational advocacy, self-direction assistance, and specialized autism support (SASSI).
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Disability Rights Advocacy & Self-Advocacy Empowerment 1 activity
- Legislative and systems advocacyEngages in legislative advocacy to advance policies supporting individuals with developmental disabilities and their families, with a historical focus on deinstitutionalization, inclusive education, and community-based employment.
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Non-Emergency Medical & Essential Transportation 1 activity
- Transportation servicesProvides daily transportation twice a day for 187 individuals to programs or workplaces across Saratoga County.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$26.85M
Contributions & grants$129K0%
Program service revenue$26.50M99%
Investment income$222K1%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$25.59M
Program expenses85%
Admin / overhead14%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$19.90M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$16.71M
Cash$1.16M
Investments$1.51M
Liabilities$9.29M
Net assets$7.42M
Liquid reserves1.3 mo
3 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +9.8%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 5
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
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| JANE MASTAITIS | CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER | 38 | $198K |
| BRIAN J DWYER | CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER | 35 | $165K |
| DOROTHY BROEKHUIZEN | CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER | 40 | $140K |
| NANCY BLAIR | HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTOR | 40 | $133K |
| JOHN GLODE | DIRECTOR OF RES. SERVICES | 40 | $104K |
board members · 13
- CAROL OBLOY — DIRECTOR
- CHESTER PIECUCH — DIRECTOR
- DAVID WICKERHAM — DIRECTOR
- DR LAWRENCE FEIN — DIRECTOR
- ERIC WHITTLE — DIRECTOR
- FRANK CATELLIER — DIRECTOR
- JUDY HAYS — VICE PRESIDENT
- KAREN HEGGEN — DIRECTOR
- MARY JO HEBERT — DIRECTOR
- PHILIP W KLEIN — PRESIDENT
- ROBERT BARNETT — TREASURER
- STEVEN ROWLAND — SECRETARY
- SUSAN KILEY — DIRECTOR
relationships · 14
Who they work with
- Alpha Career Options Partner — Collaborates with Alpha Career Options to deliver employment services helping individuals secure and maintain competitive jobs.
- CBS 6 Albany Partner — Featured an interview with Saratoga Bridges' CAO to promote the Travers Day at the Races event.
- Compliance Officer Government — Designated internal role responsible for receiving and addressing compliance concerns and retaliation reports.
- Creative Endeavors Partner — Collaborates with Creative Endeavors to provide art programs that support self-expression for individuals served by Saratoga Bridges.
- MHF Photography Partner — Captured agency video content underwriting project, documenting the organization’s mission and work.
- Medicaid Government — Primary funding source, accounting for 96% of revenue.
- Melanie Brodowski Government — Chief Quality & Compliance Officer at Saratoga Bridges, available for compliance guidance and reporting.
- NYSARC, Inc. Network — Saratoga Bridges is a chapter of NYSARC, Inc., part of a statewide network serving individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
- Saratoga Bridges Network — Foundation operates in coordination with Saratoga Bridges, with joint approval required for capital and special projects.
- Shelby Tinker Partner — Point of contact for volunteer opportunities at fundraising events.
- State Government — State government provides 3% of funding.
- The Arc New York Network — Collaborates with The Arc New York (formerly NYSARC, Inc.) on statewide advocacy efforts for the rights of individuals with developmental disabilities.
- The Arc, New York Network — NYSARC Inc. Saratoga County Chapter operates as a chapter of The Arc, New York, reflecting affiliation with a statewide advocacy and service network.
- Therapeutic Horses of Saratoga Partner — Collaborates on event incentives for Travers Day at the Races, offering winners a private farm tour featuring therapy horses and mini highland cows.
strategies · 5
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.
- Art-Based Connection and Self-Expressionmethodology: art_based_self_expressionBy using art as a medium for self-expression, the organization enhances personal identity, communication, and social connection for individuals with disabilities, because creative engagement unlocks nonverbal pathways to belonging and empowerment.
- Community Integration Through Relational Bridgingmethodology: community_integration_bridgingBy building sustained, relationship-based connections between individuals with disabilities and their communities, the organization supports meaningful life transitions and inclusion, because deep community ties foster belonging, reduce isolation, and enable natural support networks.
- Family-Centered Holistic Supportmethodology: family_centered_supportBy integrating direct services for individuals with caregiver support, sibling programming, and self-direction options, the organization strengthens long-term family well-being and resilience, because supporting the whole family system improves stability and outcomes for individuals with disabilities.
- Grassroots Advocacy for Systemic Changemethodology: grassroots_advocacyBy mobilizing family members and self-advocates in grassroots advocacy, the organization secures rights and opportunities for individuals with developmental disabilities, because lived experience drives authentic, impactful policy change.
- Person-Centered Empowerment Modelmethodology: person_centered_planningBy using person-centered planning and collaborative goal-setting, the organization empowers individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to pursue self-identified life goals, because autonomy and individual agency lead to greater engagement and sustainable outcomes.