irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $1.07MYOUTH ACTIVITIES- CONSISTS OF BEFORE, DURING AND AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS AND SUMMER DAY CAMP PROGRAMS FOR SCHOOL-AGED YOUTH, LEADERSHIP AND EMPLOYMENT PROGRAMS FOR TEENS. THESE YOUTH DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS ARE DESIGNED TO PREPARE YOUTH FOR COLLEGE, WORK AND LIFE. APPROXIMATELY 357 SERVED.
- #2 $830KSENIOR CITIZEN
named programs · 7 · from sources
What they call their work
Family Services
Provides food, rent/mortgage assistance, clothing, case management, referrals, and financial workshops to low-income families in specific Rochester zip codes.
Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities Services
Community-based programs that support skill development, independence, and quality of life for individuals with developmental disabilities in Monroe County.
Prevention Services
Evidence-based drug and problem gambling prevention programs, psycho-educational groups, counseling, and brief interventions for at-risk youth aged 12–20.
Senior Center
Daily activities including exercise, computer classes, arts and crafts, nutrition education, and a daily nutritious meal for seniors aged 60 and older; transportation assistance provided as needed.
Threshold Learning Center (TLC)
GED preparation program for young adults aged 17–24 who are no longer in traditional school, offering flexible classroom instruction and assessments.
WIOA Program
Workforce development program for out-of-school youth aged 17–24, offering job readiness training, internships, financial literacy, leadership opportunities, and support services.
Youth Activities
Before, during, and after school programs, summer day camp, leadership development, and employment programs for school-aged youth and teens to prepare them for college, work, and life.
activities · 7 groups
What they do
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Emergency Rental Assistance and Eviction Prevention 2 activities
- Family support and emergency assistanceOffers direct assistance with food, rent/mortgage payments, personal items, clothing, shelter, health support, case management, referrals, home management skill-building, and financial workshops to individuals and families in need. Operates a food pantry at 145 Parsells Avenue with walk-in and appointment-based services Monday through Thursday.
- Rental assistance program via 211 referralsProvides rental assistance to families through referrals from the 211 hotline, with case workers verifying eligibility and coordinating between tenants and landlords. Served approximately 591 families in the reporting period.
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Volunteer Engagement and Capacity Support 1 activity
- Community engagement and volunteer coordinationEngages volunteers to support programs serving individuals and families in Rochester and Monroe County, accepting volunteer applications via email for various community engagement opportunities.
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Comprehensive Community Service Hubs 1 activity
- Neighborhood-based social and educational programmingDelivers social, developmental, and educational programs to residents of Northeast Rochester and the greater Rochester area through neighborhood-based facilities, stemming from the 2001 merger of three historic settlement houses: Eastside Community Center, Genesee Settlement House, and Lewis Street Center.
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Senior Social & Enrichment Programming 1 activity
- Services for older adultsOperates a senior center offering daily activities such as exercise programs, computer classes, music, arts and crafts, nutrition education, access to exercise equipment, day trips, meals, and transportation assistance for adults age 60 and older. Also provides broader social and developmental support services for seniors in the Rochester community.
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Youth Substance Abuse Prevention Education 1 activity
- Substance use prevention and counseling for youthDelivers evidence-based drug prevention and problem gambling education, psycho-educational groups, assessments, counseling, and brief interventions for at-risk youth ages 12–20 using motivational enhancement and cognitive-behavioral therapy. Offers referral and support services for adolescents needing higher levels of care, including through bilingual counselors.
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Supported Employment for Developmental Disabilities 1 activity
- Support services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilitiesProvides programs focused on developing intellectual and physical skills to increase independence and quality of life for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families in Monroe County.
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Youth Workforce Readiness Programs 1 activity
- Youth development and workforce programsProvides comprehensive youth development services including before, during, and after school programs, summer day camp, GED preparation, job readiness training, job placement, paid internships, financial literacy, leadership development, and Individual Training grants with support services and transportation allowances for out-of-school young adults aged 17–24. Serves hundreds of youth annually, with recent reports indicating service to approximately 720–1,025 individuals.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$5.42M
Contributions & grants$4.38M81%
Program service revenue$835K15%
Investment income$36K1%
Other revenue$166K
expenses
Total expenses$5.66M
Program expenses82%
Admin / overhead18%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$2.68M
Grants paid out$67K
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$5.41M
Cash$552K
Investments$1.89M
Liabilities$862K
Net assets$4.55M
Liquid reserves5.2 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue +3.8%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 3
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| SCOTT BENJAMIN | CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER | 23 | $153K |
| CARMEN CARRASQUILLO | CHIEF PROGRAM OFFICER | 23 | $94K |
| KAREN COLLINS | CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER | 23 | $91K |
board members · 16
- BETHANY CENTRONE — BOARD MEMBER
- DAVID TOOLE — VICE-CHAIR
- DEVRA BEVONA — BOARD MEMBER
- GITA RAMACHANDRAN — BOARD MEMBER
- GLENN GARDNER — BOARD MEMBER
- IAN MCLEOD — BOARD MEMBER
- JAMES HAWKINS — SECRETARY
- JOHN OLSAN — BOARD MEMBER
- KEVIN LOUGHRAN — TREASURER
- LAURA HABZA — BOARD MEMBER
- LINDA WALSH — BOARD MEMBER
- LUIS APONTE — BOARD MEMBER
- PETER MAURER — BOARD MEMBER
- RICHARD NANGREAVE — CHAIR
- TINA LONGWELL — BOARD MEMBER
- WALTER LARKIN JR — BOARD MEMBER
relationships · 13
Who they work with
- Art of Giving Partner — Hosts the "Art of Giving" event, likely a fundraising or community engagement initiative.
- Baden Street Settlement House Partner — Member agency in the Emergency Services and Family Stabilization Network to which individuals are referred if outside the service area.
- Catholic Family Center Partner — Member agency in the Emergency Services and Family Stabilization Network to which individuals are referred if outside the service area.
- Charles Settlement House Partner — Formally affiliated organization with shared governance, administration, and some staff; collaborates on operational efficiencies and service expansion while maintaining separate nonprofit status and budgets.
- Charles Settlement House Partner — Member agency in the Emergency Services and Family Stabilization Network to which individuals are referred if outside the service area.
- Development Department Partner — Department within CPGR coordinating donor and organizational engagement.
- Excellus Blue Cross Blue Shield Partner — Presented the Family Fun Day 2026 event.
- IBERO Partner — Member agency in the Emergency Services and Family Stabilization Network to which individuals are referred if outside the service area.
- Monroe County Government — Funding source for rental assistance program and geographic scope for developmental disability services
- Monroe County Legal Assistance Corporation Partner — Member agency in the Emergency Services and Family Stabilization Network to which individuals are referred if outside the service area.
- OPWDD Government — Provides services under OPWDD programs and has a published safety plan for these programs.
- Peace of Christ Parish Partner — Honored as a community partner during the 20th anniversary celebration
- South West Area Network Partner — Member agency in the Emergency Services and Family Stabilization Network to which individuals are referred if outside the service area.
strategies · 3
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.
- Integrated Family-Centered Support to Promote Stabilitymethodology: integrated_family_supportBy delivering coordinated housing, social services, and case management tailored to the unique needs of families, we produce greater stability and program persistence because addressing multiple interconnected needs simultaneously reduces systemic friction and increases engagement.
- Settlement House Model for Holistic Community Supportmethodology: settlement_house_modelBy embedding comprehensive social, educational, and developmental services within a neighborhood-based center, we address local needs more effectively because proximity and integration remove access barriers and foster trust through sustained community presence.
- Youth Development Through Skill-Building and Behavioral Interventionsmethodology: evidence_based_youth_developmentBy combining evidence-based psycho-educational programming with motivational interviewing grounded in stages of change theory, we build youth resilience and reduce early-stage substance use because these approaches strengthen internal regulation and support self-motivated behavior change.