irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $878KSENIOR SERVICES - FOUND EMPLOYMENT FOR SENIORS, 55 AND OVER, IN A VARIETY OF NON PROFIT ENTITIES IN ERIE COUNTY
named programs · 2 · from sources
What they call their work
Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)
Provides part-time community service and work-based training for individuals aged 55 and older who meet income guidelines. Participants gain skills through placements at nonprofit, governmental, and public agencies, with support for job development, resume preparation, and interview training.
Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP)
Offers free energy efficiency upgrades to low- and moderate-income households in Erie County, including insulation, heating system repairs, air sealing, window and door replacement, and installation of safety devices. The program aims to reduce utility costs, improve health and safety, and increase home equity.
activities · 2 groups
What they do
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Workforce Readiness Training 1 activity
- Senior employment services and job placementProvides free employment services to job seekers aged 55 and over in Erie County, including job placement, paid training assignments, skill development, and classroom training through the Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP) funded by the U.S. Department of Labor. Also connects employers with qualified older adult candidates.
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Low-Income Home Energy Efficiency Upgrades 1 activity
- Weatherization Assistance Program for low- to moderate-income householdsOperates a Weatherization Assistance Program in Erie County, New York, that improves energy efficiency, reduces utility costs, and enhances health and safety in homes through comprehensive services including energy audits, HVAC system repairs, insulation, air sealing, window and door replacement, ventilation installation, and safety device upgrades. Complies with NYSHCR and NYSERDA standards, including TIPS and EmpCalc documentation.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$4.00M
Contributions & grants$3.97M99%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$20%
Other revenue$22K
expenses
Total expenses$3.78M
Program expenses87%
Admin / overhead13%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$2.64M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$1.90M
Cash$332K
Investments$0
Liabilities$1.38M
Net assets$516K
Liquid reserves1.1 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +9.9%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 2
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| WILLIAM SEYLER | DIRECTOR OF FINANCE (TO 8/15/25) | 40 | $65K |
| LOU PETRUCCI | CEO (TO 6/20/25) | 20 | $42K |
board members · 8
- ANDREA SCHILLACI — BOARD MEMBER
- IVY DIGGS-WASHINGTON — BOARD MEMBER/SECRETARY/TREASURER
- MARCIA BROGAN — BOARD MEMBER/BOARD PRESIDENT
- MARK BLAKE — BOARD MEMBER (TO 9/30/25)
- NATHAN VAHLING — BOARD MEMBER (6/30/25)
- ROXANNE SORENSEN — BOARD MEMBER
- RYAN THOMAS — BOARD MEMBER
- TOM MCDONNELL — BOARD MEMBER/BOARD VICE PRESIDENT
relationships · 16
Who they work with
- Benchmark Group Partner — Partnered with Supportive Services Corporation to complete a comprehensive weatherization project at Lancaster Towers.
- Buffalo Employment and Training Center Partner — Partner agency providing employment and training services in collaboration with Supportive Services Corporation.
- Buffalo Urban League Partner — Partner organization represented on the board, indicating organizational collaboration.
- Buffalo and Erie County Workforce Development Consortium Partner — Partner agency collaborating on workforce development and employment services.
- Center for Workforce Inclusion, Inc. Partner — Selected Supportive Services Corporation to operate the SCSEP program in the community.
- Elder Care of WNY Partner — Partner organization represented on the board, indicating organizational collaboration.
- HCR Government — Implements weatherization services in accordance with HCR guidelines.
- NYSERDA Government — Follows standards set by NYSERDA for qualifying weatherization units.
- NYSHCR Government — Follows standards set by NYSHCR for qualifying weatherization units.
- Neighborhood Housing Service of South Buffalo Partner — Collaborates with Supportive Services Corporation to provide free weatherization services to low- and moderate-income individuals in Erie County.
- New York State Department of Labor Partner — Partner agency supporting employment services for job seekers in Erie County.
- New York State Homes and Community Renewal Government — Direct program governing body that sets income eligibility guidelines for the Weatherization Assistance Program.
- SBA Government — Recipient of SBA Paycheck Protection Program loan forgiveness
- SUNY Erie One Stop Career Center Partner — Partner agency offering integrated career services and employment support in Erie County.
- Senior Service America Partner — National organization that sponsors SCSEP and works with Supportive Services Corporation to place older workers.
- U.S. Department of Labor Government — Funds the SCSEP program through a federal grant.
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.
- Earn-While-You-Learn Workforce Development 24 orgsmethodology: earn-while-you-learnBy combining paid work experience with formal and informal instruction, we build practical skills and improve job retention, because hands-on training in real-world settings reinforces learning and increases motivation and employability.shared approach: Experiential Learning →
- Weatherization for Health and Economic Stability 22 orgsmethodology: energy-efficiency-for-health-and-economic-stabilityBy improving home energy efficiency through weatherization, we reduce utility and medical costs and improve health outcomes, because energy burdens and unsafe housing conditions contribute to chronic health issues and financial instability.shared approach: Energy Efficiency as Affordability →
- Age as a Competitive Advantage in Employmentmethodology: age-as-assetBy reframing age and experience as assets rather than liabilities, we increase employment success for older adults, because mature job seekers gain confidence and marketability when trained to articulate their transferable skills and navigate age bias.
- Community Trust Through Sustained Presencemethodology: community_trust_buildingBy maintaining consistent, long-term service delivery in local communities, we increase program engagement and effectiveness, because trust built over time enables deeper client relationships and greater willingness to participate in supportive programs.
- Networked Service Referral for Holistic Supportmethodology: networked_service_referralBy connecting clients to a broader ecosystem of nonprofit partners, we improve long-term outcomes, because access to coordinated supportive services addresses interconnected barriers beyond what any single organization can provide.