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HUNTINGTON FAMILY CENTERS INC
SYRACUSE, NY · EIN 150532198 · Form 990 · FY2024 · NTEE P400 · Human Services · Medium ($1M-$10M)
revenue
$3.1M
expenses
$3.2M
net assets
$1.8M
employees
57
volunteers
20
program ratio
87%
mission · from form 990

HUNTINGTON FAMILY CENTERS, INC., DEEPLY ROOTED IN THE "SETTLEMENT HOUSE" TRADITION IS DEDICATED TO THE DIGNITY AND SELF-WORTH OF ALL INDIVIDUALS AND COMMITTED TO ENHANCING THE LIVES OF FAMILIES AND CHILDREN FOR THE FUTURE OF OUR COMMUNITY. WE ACCOMPLISH THIS THROUGH DIVERSE, YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMMING DESIGNED TO STRENGTHEN INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES IN A SAFE, CARING ENVIRONMENT.

profile · synthesized from sources

Huntington Family Centers Inc. operates as a settlement house providing youth development and early childhood education programs in Syracuse, NY. The organization offers after-school services, summer camps, and preschool for children and teens from low-income families, focusing on asset building, positive social experiences, and school readiness. Programs are provided at low or no cost to participants.

irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024

What they reported doing

  1. #1 primary $551K
    SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT SERVICES INCLUDE: YOUTH AND TEEN AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM AND SUMMER CAMP. THESE PROGRAMS PROVIDE A SAFE AND STRUCTURED ENVIRONMENT THAT FOCUSES ON ASSET DEVELOPMENT, PEER SUPPORT AND COMMUNITY OWNERSHIP WHILE HELPING YOUTH AND TEEN ACCOMPLISH THEIR FUTURE GOALS. THE CENTER PROVIDES YOUNG PEOPLE OPPORTUNITIES TO COMMUNICATE, LEARN AND AHVE POSITIVE INTERACTIONS AND EXPERIENCES.
  2. #2 $260K
    PRESCHOOL SERVICES PROMOTES SCHOOL SUCCESS BY PROVIDING POSITIVE ROLE MODELS AND SOCIAL EXPERIENCES GEARED TOWARD THE DEVELOPMENT OF CHARACTER, STRONG POSITIVE VALUES AND HEALTHY RELATIONSHIPS. THE PROGRAM PROVIDES CHILDREN AND FAMILIES ACCESS TO QUALITY EARLY CHILDHOOD OPPORTUNITIES AT FREE OR SIGNIFICANTLY REDUCED COST TO FAMILIES. THE CENTER PROVIDES SERVICES TO CHILDREN 3-5 YEARS OF AGE.
named programs · 3 · from sources

What they call their work

Preschool Services
Early childhood education program for children ages 18 months to 5 years, promoting school readiness through character development, values education, and family support.
Summer Day Camp
Yearly summer program offering recreational and educational activities for youth and teens to promote positive interactions and reduce juvenile delinquency.
Youth and Teen After-School Program
Provides a safe, structured environment for youth and teens focusing on asset development, peer support, and goal setting during out-of-school hours.
activities · 10 groups

What they do

  • Senior Congregate Centers 1 activity
    • Adult support and workforce development
      Reduces isolation and fosters connections for adults through outreach, linkages, support services, and assistance with basic needs and workforce development. Operates adult-serving programs including Clover Corner Senior Center, Neighborhood Advisors, and Workforce Development.
  • Community Capacity Building & Leadership Networks 1 activity
    • Community-based settlement house services
      Operates settlement house programs that address neighborhood challenges through indigenous, strengths-based services designed to build individual and community capacity.
  • Parenting Education and Support Programs 1 activity
    • Family support services
      Operates family-focused programs including Focus on Families (FOF), Huntington Observation and Parent Education (HOPE), Family Support Network (FSN), and Family Time to strengthen individuals and families through education, outreach, and support. Includes a pilot FSN program for families of individuals with developmental disabilities.
  • Diaper and Baby Supply Distribution 1 activity
    • Food and essential needs distribution
      Provides food, hygiene items, and diapers to individuals and families in Syracuse, particularly on the Near Westside, distributing a 5-day supply of food per household member and up to 50 free diapers per child monthly through a weekly diaper bank, while connecting recipients to local community resources.
  • Community Event Fundraising 1 activity
    • Fundraising through community events
      Participates as a beneficiary in the Annual Syracuse Auto Expo Charity Preview, receiving a portion of ticket and sponsorship sales to support its mission and community programs.
  • Early Childhood Education & Development Programs 1 activity
    • Preschool and early childhood education
      Offers no-cost, equitable early childhood education for children aged 18 months to 5 years through a developmentally appropriate curriculum aligned with New York State Learning Standards, low student-to-teacher ratios, and individualized teaching plans informed by triannual developmental assessments. Provided services to approximately 34, 33, and 43 children across reporting periods.
  • Supervised Family Visitation Services 1 activity
    • Supervised visitation and family reunification services
      Provides a supervised visitation program for families with children in foster care or relative placement to support safe, structured family interactions and promote reunification.
  • Volunteer Engagement and Capacity Support 1 activity
    • Volunteer engagement
      Offers volunteer opportunities through direct inquiry via phone to support organizational programs and services.
  • After-School Academic and Enrichment Programs 1 activity
    • Youth and teen social development programs
      Provides year-round safe and structured programming for youth and teens aged 5 to 18, including a six-week free summer camp and a licensed afterschool program during the school year, to support learning, communication, and positive development. Served approximately 330, 286, and 117 youth and teens across different reporting periods.
  • Child Advocacy and Trauma Support Centers 1 activity
    • Youth support for sexual victimization issues
      Operates the HASOTP program to provide help and support to youth and their families in resolving issues related to sexual victimization.
financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$3.13M
Contributions & grants$3.12M100%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$7K0%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$3.25M
Program expenses87%
Admin / overhead13%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$2.55M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$2.18M
Cash$546K
Investments$17K
Liabilities$359K
Net assets$1.82M
Liquid reserves2.1 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +4.7%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024

Who runs it

paid leadership · 1
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
MARY LOU SAYLES EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR 40 $108K
board members · 15
  • ASHLEY MONTANARO — VICE-PRESIDENT
  • CAROL FELDMEIER — DIRECTOR
  • HANNAH REDMOND — SECRETARY
  • JEFFREY LEIBO — PRESIDENT
  • JIMMY OLIVER — DIRECTOR
  • JOE CECILE — DIRECTOR
  • JOHN MORELAND — AT LARGE
  • LORRAINE BARNEY — AT LARGE
  • NADAYA BRANTLEY — DIRECTOR
  • PETE HEADD — TREASURER
  • RONALD WALTER — AT LARGE
  • SCOTT BUTLER — DIRECTOR
  • THOMAS FISCOE — DIRECTOR
  • TONI ROGERS — DIRECTOR
  • TRACY WALKER-TOWSLEY — DIRECTOR
relationships · 8

Who they work with

  • Annual Syracuse Auto Expo Charity Preview Partner — Charity partner event through which Huntington Family Centers receives funding to support its mission and community programs.
  • CNY Diaper Bank Partner — Partner in providing weekly diaper distribution every Wednesday.
  • CNY Food Bank Partner — Partner in operating the Food Pantry every Monday and Friday.
  • NYS Office of People with Developmental Disabilities Funder — Provided funding for the Family Support Network (FSN) pilot project.
  • Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) Government — Licensed and regulated by OCFS for its afterschool program.
  • Syracuse Community Connections Partner — Partner organization in the Syracuse Community Center Collaborative, jointly serving Syracuse residents.
  • Syracuse Northeast Community Center Partner — Partner organization in the Syracuse Community Center Collaborative, jointly serving Syracuse residents.
  • Westcott Community Centers Partner — Partner organization in the Syracuse Community Center Collaborative, jointly serving Syracuse residents.
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.

  • Asset-Based Youth Development with Peer and Community Engagement
    methodology: asset-based_youth_development
    By fostering prosocial engagement, leadership, and peer support in structured environments, we promote positive youth development and future success because youth thrive when their strengths are cultivated and recognized within a community context.
  • Equitable Access to Early Education as a Foundation for Long-Term Success
    methodology: equitable_access_early_education
    By removing financial barriers and providing high-quality early childhood education, we promote school readiness and lifelong educational achievement because early intervention creates equitable developmental trajectories.
  • Individualized Learning Through Developmental Assessment
    methodology: individualized_learning_through_assessment
    By conducting regular assessments and tailoring instruction to each child’s needs, we improve learning outcomes because individualized approaches respond effectively to developmental differences.
  • Integrated Lifespan Services to Address Interconnected Social Challenges
    methodology: integrated_lifespan_services
    By providing coordinated services across education, housing, mental health, and family support throughout a person’s life, we improve outcomes because social challenges are interconnected and most effectively addressed holistically.
  • Settlement House Model for Holistic Community Empowerment
    methodology: settlement_house_model
    By embedding services within neighborhoods and building on individual strengths, we address local problems and promote independence because community-rooted programs are more responsive and effective at improving lives.