irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $222KINFANT PROGRAM - CHILDREN FROM BIRTH TO THREE YEARS OF AGE RECEIVE SERVICES THROUGH OUR EARLY INTERVENTION PROGRAM - A COMPREHENSIVE, GOAL-ORIENTED PLAN OF THERAPIES AND EDUCATION. THE DESIGN OF SERVICES IS UNIQUE TO EACH CHILD AND HIS/HER PARTICULAR NEEDS. THROUGH THE COLLABORATION OR PARENTS AND PROFESSIONALS, AN INDIVIDUAL FAMILY SERVICE PLAN (IFSP) IS DEVELOPED. THIS PLAN IDENTIFIES THE CHILD'S STRENGTHS AND WEAKNESSES, AND GUIDES THE EFFORTS OF THE TEAM TOWARD GOALS, WHICH ARE REGULARLY REVIEWED AND UPDATED.
named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
Early Intervention Program
Provides evaluations and therapeutic services for children birth to three years, including home visits, group sessions, and individual therapies based on Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSP)
Evaluations
Comprehensive developmental evaluations in speech, language, occupational therapy, physical therapy, special education, and psychological domains conducted at no cost to families
Family Services
Includes parent-team conferences and caregiver workshops led by a licensed clinical social worker to support families and promote consistency across home and school environments
Preschool Programs
NYSED-approved special education services for children ages 3–5, including center-based, integrated, and home/community-based instruction aligned with IEP goals and state learning standards
Therapies & Programs
Integrated therapeutic services including speech, occupational, and physical therapy, as well as social-emotional support through counseling and DIRFloortime® approaches
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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Early Childhood Education & Development Programs 2 activities
- Deliver early intervention services for children birth to three yearsProvides comprehensive early intervention services including evaluations, therapies, and education for children from birth to three years of age with developmental disabilities, tailored through Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSPs). Services include home visits by certified special education teachers or licensed therapists and group programming at the center, with evaluations conducted in homes, early childhood programs, or parent-chosen locations using play-based approaches and natural environment observations.
- Provide preschool special education and therapeutic services for children ages 3–5Offers special education services and therapies (speech/language, occupational, physical) for children ages 3–5 through center-based and integrated classrooms in Amherst, with 8–12 children per class staffed by special education teachers, assistants, and dedicated therapists. Services are delivered based on Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) and include classroom support, individual and parent counseling, and home- or community-based itinerant services.
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Early Childhood Developmental Evaluation and Screening 1 activity
- Conduct developmental evaluations for children birth to five yearsProvides no-cost developmental evaluations for children from birth to five years of age in Erie and Niagara Counties, New York, including both Early Intervention (birth to three) and preschool-aged (three to five) assessments. Evaluations are conducted in natural environments such as the child’s home or early childhood program using play-based methods and are used to determine eligibility and support planning.
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Student and Camp Transportation Services 1 activity
- Facilitate access to transportation and family support servicesSupports families by facilitating access to county-provided bussing services for children whose Individualized Education Program includes transportation and assisting families who transport their children in obtaining county-provided mileage reimbursement. Distributes an updated Parent Handbook annually with required signed acknowledgment prior to enrollment.
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Child Care Provider Support Services 1 activity
- Offer program tours and enrollment supportOffers personal tours of the early childhood education program and reviews child evaluations and referral information to determine appropriate support and eligibility for enrollment.
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Parenting Education and Support Programs 1 activity
- Support family engagement and transition planningFacilitates family engagement through annual parent-team conferences, caregiver workshops, and discussion groups led by licensed professionals. Provides transition support for families moving from Early Intervention to preschool special education services, including participation in the CPSE process and coordination of continued services.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$4.76M
Contributions & grants$1.23M26%
Program service revenue$3.45M73%
Investment income$23K0%
Other revenue$55K
expenses
Total expenses$3.54M
Program expenses82%
Admin / overhead16%
Fundraising2%
Salaries & benefits$2.88M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$3.26M
Cash$2.09M
Investments$0
Liabilities$259K
Net assets$3.00M
Liquid reserves7.1 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue +28.4%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 2
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| SHANNON KARCHER | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 40 | $127K |
| ROBERT CHIAVETTA | CFO | 40 | $93K |
board members · 9
- CAROL PRATT — PRESIDENT
- CHRISTOPHER WHITE — VICE PRESIDENT
- ERIN WILKINS — BOARD MEMBER
- GERALD PUCILLO — BOARD MEMBER
- JESSICA MOORE — BOARD MEMBER
- JUDY FERRENTINO — TREASURER
- KATIE CHAMPOUX — SECRETARY
- SEAN RONAN — BOARD MEMBER
- STEFANIE MUELLER — BOARD MEMBER
relationships · 14
Who they work with
- Bet On Bornhava in Paradise Partner — Hosts an annual fundraising event in support of Bornhava.
- Bornhava Partner — Collaborates with Bornhava to offer caregiver workshops and discussion groups for families in the program.
- Bornhava Licensed Clinical Social Worker Partner — Provides clinical social work services including individual and parent counseling within classroom and therapeutic settings.
- Community Action Organization (CAO) Head Start Partner — Collaborates with CAO Head Start to operate Special Classes in Integrated Settings (SCIS) in Erie and Niagara counties.
- Department of Health, Erie County Government — Approves Bornhava to provide Early Intervention evaluations in Erie County, NY.
- Department of Health, Niagara County Government — Approves Bornhava to provide Early Intervention evaluations in Niagara County, NY.
- DonorDock Partner — Donor management partner that securely handles online donations for Bornhava.
- Erie County Department of Health Government — Funder of Bornhava's Early Intervention Program.
- Licensed Psychologist Partner — Consults with classroom teams and provides psychological support for children's social-emotional development.
- New York State Dept. of Health Government — Primary funder of Bornhava's Early Intervention Program.
- New York State Education Department Government — Approves Bornhava to provide Early Intervention and preschool evaluations.
- Niagara County Department of Health Government — Funder of Bornhava's Early Intervention Program.
- community partners Partner — Collaborates with community partners to support service delivery, though specific organizations are not named.
- county Government — Provides bussing services and mileage reimbursement for families, coordinated through the child's IEP.
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.
- Family and Peer Support Ecosystemmethodology: family-centered_supportBy engaging families through workshops, conferences, and peer networks, we strengthen child development outcomes because family involvement and caregiver mutual support improve service continuity, reduce isolation, and enhance collective problem-solving.
- Individualized, Family-Centered Intervention Planningmethodology: individualized-family-service-planningBy co-creating individualized plans (IFSPs and IEPs) with families and professionals, we tailor early intervention to each child’s strengths and needs because collaborative, personalized planning improves developmental outcomes and family engagement.
- Play-Based, Multi-Sensory Learning Modelmethodology: play-based_learningBy using play-based, multi-sensory approaches across settings, we promote cognitive, emotional, social, and behavioral development because play is a developmentally appropriate context that supports engagement, assessment, and skill generalization.
- Relationship-Centered Developmental Frameworkmethodology: DIR_frameworkBy using the Developmental, Individual-differences, Relationship-based (DIR) and DIRFloortime® models, we support developmental growth in children with special needs because strong, trusting adult-child relationships and child-led interactions foster emotional, social, and cognitive development.