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VOLUNTEERS OF AMERICA OF WESTERN NEW YORK INC

ROCHESTER, NY · EIN 166011713 · Form 990 · FY2024 · Large ($10M-$50M) · voawny.org
revenue
$16.1M
expenses
$14.7M
net assets
$7.2M
employees
268
volunteers
20
program ratio
85%
mission · from form 990

ENABLE PEOPLE IN THE COMMUNITY TO BREAK THE CYCLE OF POVERTY AND REACH THEIR FULL POTENTIAL.

profile · synthesized from sources

Volunteers of America of Western New York provides human services aimed at breaking the cycle of poverty through housing, education, and reentry programs. The organization serves children, families, seniors, veterans, and individuals transitioning from incarceration, primarily in the Upstate New York region. It operates programs including early childhood education, emergency shelters, supportive housing, and a hydroponic farm addressing food insecurity.

irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024

What they reported doing

  1. #1 primary $2.98M
    ENCOURAGING POSITIVE DEVELOPMENT - THE ORGANIZATION PROVIDES SERVICES TO ENCOURAGE POSITIVE DEVELOPMENT FOR TROUBLED AND AT-RISK CHILDREN AND YOUTH, WHILE ALSO PROMOTING THE HEALTHY DEVELOPMENT OF ALL CHILDREN, ADOLESCENTS, AND THEIR FAMILIES. THE ORGANIZATION'S PROGRAMS PROVIDE A CONTINUUM OF CARE AND SUPPORT FOR YOUNG PEOPLE AGES BIRTH TO 12 THROUGH PREVENTION, EARLY INTERVENTION, CRISIS INTERVENTION, AND LONG-TERM SERVICES THAT INCLUDE CHILD AND FAMILY SERVICES - HEAD START, EARLY HEAD START, UNIVERSAL PRE-K, EXPANDED PRE-K, EARLY CHILDHOOD, SCHOOL-AGE CHILDREN, AND FULL-DAY SUMMER CAMP.
  2. #2 $71K
    FOSTERING INDEPENDENCE - THE ORGANIZATION FOSTERS THE HEALTH AND INDEPENDENCE OF THE ELDERLY THROUGH QUAILITY AFFORDABLE HOUSING AND A WIDE RANGE OF COMMUNITY SERVICES INCLUDING SENIOR HOUSING - AFFORDABLE HOUSING WITH ON-SITE SUPPORT SERVICES FOR LOW-INCOME SENIORS.
named programs · 6 · from sources

What they call their work

Children’s Center
Provides full-time daycare, early childhood education, and after-school programs focused on school readiness and development for infants through school-age children.
Hike to End Homelessness
Annual community walk that raises awareness and funds for homelessness prevention and safe housing initiatives.
Housing Services
Offers emergency shelters for families, permanent supportive housing, and affordable housing for seniors and veterans.
Operation Backpack
Distributes backpacks and school supplies to children in VOA’s emergency family shelters to support academic success.
Reentry Programs
Residential and community-based programs that support individuals transitioning from incarceration to reduce recidivism.
The Farm
Hydroponic farm that grows and distributes fresh produce to food-insecure households and local food pantries in Monroe County.
activities · 5 groups

What they do

  • Early Childhood Education & Development Programs 1 activity
    • Early childhood and school-age child development services
      Provides a continuum of care and support for children from birth to age 12 through Head Start, Early Head Start, Universal Pre-K, Expanded Pre-K, full-day daycare, educational programs, and full-day summer camps focused on early childhood development and school readiness.
  • Supportive and Emergency Housing Services 1 activity
    • Housing programs for families, veterans, and individuals in need
      Operates emergency shelters for families, permanent supportive housing, and specialized housing for veterans as part of a continuum of housing programs aimed at addressing homelessness and housing instability.
  • Community-Based Urban Agriculture 1 activity
    • Hydroponic farming and fresh produce distribution
      Addresses food insecurity by operating a hydroponic farm that grows and distributes fresh produce to households and food pantries in Monroe County.
  • Reentry Support Services 1 activity
    • Residential reentry and community-based residential programs
      Operates Residential Reentry and Community-Based Residential Programs that support individuals transitioning from incarceration to reduce recidivicism and promote successful community integration.
  • Low-Income Senior Housing Operations 1 activity
    • Supportive and affordable housing for older adults
      Provides affordable senior housing with on-site support services for low-income older adults to promote health, independence, and permanent housing stability.
financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$16.05M
Contributions & grants$7.23M45%
Program service revenue$8.13M51%
Investment income$1560%
Other revenue$697K
expenses
Total expenses$14.66M
Program expenses85%
Admin / overhead14%
Fundraising1%
Salaries & benefits$8.12M
Grants paid out$1.30M
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$17.74M
Cash$1.63M
Investments$0
Liabilities$10.58M
Net assets$7.16M
Liquid reserves1.3 mo
5 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue +39.5%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024

Who runs it

paid leadership · 2
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
JUNIOR DILLION CEO 40 $170K
ALLIS MARION CFO 40 $121K
board members · 19
  • ANDREW HOYT — BOARD MEMBER
  • COLLEEN ROSE — BOARD MEMBER
  • DANIEL BEALE CPA — TREASURER
  • DIANE CASELLI — CHAIR
  • EILEEN RYAN-MARUKE — BOARD MEMBER
  • ELIZABETH A CORDELLO — BOARD MEMBER
  • ENNA PIETRANTONI — VICE CHAIR
  • JANE HASSELKUS — BOARD MEMBER
  • JASON J MULL — BOARD MEMBER
  • KELLY J GLOVER — BOARD MEMBER
  • KEN NORTHRUP — BOARD MEMBER
  • LACIE WHITE — BOARD MEMBER
  • MARK PEARTREE — SECRETARY
  • MARY C MACBETH — BOARD MEMBER
  • MICHAEL LITTLEWOOD — BOARD MEMBER
  • MICHAEL MENARD — BOARD MEMBER
  • MIKE TETAMORE — BOARD MEMBER
  • RYAN RAMAGE — BOARD MEMBER
  • SUSAN MATZAT — BOARD MEMBER
relationships · 1

Who they work with

  • Monroe County Government — Distributes fresh produce from The Farm to households and food pantries in Monroe County.
strategies · 2

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.

  • Continuum of Care Model
    methodology: continuum_of_care
    By delivering a continuum of care that integrates prevention, early intervention, crisis response, and long-term support, the organization addresses developmental needs across early life stages because coordinated, stage-appropriate services produce better outcomes for children and families.
  • Long-Term Solutions to Poverty and Homelessness
    methodology: long-term solutions to poverty and homelessness
    By focusing on long-term solutions rather than temporary relief, the organization restores hope, dignity, and belonging because sustainable outcomes depend on addressing root causes and promoting self-reliance over time.