irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $349KVETERANS HOMES - PROVIDING TRANSITIONAL HOUSING AND SERVICES FOR HOMELESS MALE AND FEMALE VETERANS.
named programs · 6 · from sources
What they call their work
Foreverly House
Two-family home providing transitional housing for homeless veteran mothers and their children, opened in 2025
Guardian House
Transitional housing program exclusively for homeless female veterans, the only one of its kind in New York State
Onward Ops
Transition support program connecting separating service members with community sponsors and resources during the first 12 months of civilian life
Saratoga Veterans Apartment Program (SVAP)
Permanent affordable housing initiative providing rent-free units for low-income and disabled veterans and their families in Saratoga County
Support Services for Veterans & Families (SSVF)
Housing stability program offering case management, rental assistance, and support services across seven counties
Vet House
14-bed transitional housing program for homeless male veterans, funded by the VA
activities · 7 groups
What they do
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Supportive and Emergency Housing Services 3 activities
- Foreverly House for female veteran mothersProvides dedicated, safe, and sustainable housing for homeless female veterans, including mothers with children, through Foreverly House in Ballston Spa, opened in 2025 as a two-family home developed specifically for this population.
- Supportive housing services through SSVF programDelivers housing placement, rental assistance, and essential household support to veteran families through the Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF) program across seven counties in New York: Saratoga, Schenectady, Warren, Washington, Fulton, Montgomery, and Schoharie.
- Transitional and permanent housing for homeless veteransOperates multiple transitional and permanent housing programs for homeless male and female veterans, including Guardian House (a 14-bed program exclusively for female veterans), a 14-bed transitional home for male veterans, and the development of affordable and rent-free housing units through SVAP and other projects. Provides safe, sustainable housing with support services to promote long-term stability.
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Veteran Benefits and Reintegration Support 2 activities
- Comprehensive support services for veterans and familiesOffers a wide range of essential services including emergency shelter, food security, counseling, job training, transportation assistance, and care coordination to local veterans and their families to support reintegration and independence.
- Onward Ops transition support for veteransActs as a contracted provider of the Onward Ops program, supporting service members’ transition to civilian life through partnerships with the VA and Department of Defense by connecting them with community sponsors and offering a self-guided digital transition platform with tools and resources.
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Veteran Support Grantmaking 1 activity
- Advocacy and public awareness outreachEngages in advocacy efforts and public education by participating in media appearances, such as on The Wilkow Majority on SiriusXM, to discuss the organization’s work and raise awareness about veteran housing issues.
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Emergency Rental Assistance and Eviction Prevention 1 activity
- Emergency financial assistance for housing stabilityProvides direct assistance with back rent and utility payments to individuals, including veterans, facing eviction to promote housing stability and prevent homelessness.
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Medicaid Health Home Care Coordination 1 activity
- Medicaid screening and linkage to support servicesConducts screenings for Medicaid recipients to connect them with critical support services such as housing, care management, nutrition, and transportation.
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Section 8 Housing Voucher Administration 1 activity
- Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program administrationAdministers the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program for the Saratoga region in partnership with the New York State Division of Housing and Community Renewal, helping low-income veterans and families access affordable housing.
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Memorial and Veteran Honor Services 1 activity
- Veterans' community engagement and eventsHosts annual events such as the Veterans’ Ball and the 518 Day Volunteer Project at Foreverly House to foster community engagement, recognize veterans, and involve public volunteers in facility support activities.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$2.95M
Contributions & grants$2.70M92%
Program service revenue$236K8%
Investment income$11K0%
Other revenue$195
expenses
Total expenses$2.83M
Program expenses92%
Admin / overhead6%
Fundraising1%
Salaries & benefits$933K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$5.10M
Cash$2.36M
Investments$0
Liabilities$314K
Net assets$4.78M
Liquid reserves10.0 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -0.1%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| DIANE NAZZARO | EXECUTIVE DI | 40 | $38K |
board members · 7
- JAMES DODD — DIRECTOR
- NORMAN MCFARLANE — PRESIDENT
- PHILLIP OSWALD — VICE PRESIDE
- RONALD PATTERSON — DIRECTOR
- TOM RATSEP — TREASURER
- TOM RIELLY — DIRECTOR
- WENDY BRUST — DIRECTOR
relationships · 30
Who they work with
- David Ioele Partner — Sponsor of the Red, White and Luau event.
- Department of Defense Partner — Contracted partner in delivering the Onward Ops program for Veteran transition support.
- Foreverly House Partner — Transitional housing program where volunteers provide support to residents.
- Guardian House Partner — Transitional housing program where volunteers support residents and sponsor meals.
- Henry Cornell American Legion Auxiliary Unit 234 Partner — Sponsor of the Red, White and Luau event.
- Housing and Urban Development Government — Funded affordable housing units in Wilton and the two-family home in Ballston Spa through the Continuum of Care program.
- JoAnn Swapp Partner — Member of the Board of Directors for VCHC
- MVP Health Care Partner — Cosponsored the 518 Day of volunteerism event at Foreverly House.
- Maria and Mark Dailey Partner — Sponsors of the Red, White and Luau event.
- Meg Koloskie Partner — Member of the Board of Directors for VCHC
- NY State Senate Housing Program Government — Supported Guardian House with funding.
- New York State Division of Housing and Community Renewal Government — Partner agency in administering the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program in the Saratoga region.
- New York State Homes and Community Renewal Government — Funded affordable housing units in Wilton.
- Norman McFarlane, Esq Partner — President of the Board of Directors for VCHC
- Operation Close Air Support Partner — Beneficiary partner that invited VCHC to participate in a media event on The Wilkow Majority.
- Phillip Oswald Partner — Member of the Board of Directors for VCHC
- Raymond and Mary O’Conor Partner — Sponsors of the Red, White and Luau event.
- SSVF Program Government — Administers services through the Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF) program, funded by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.
- South Glens Falls High School Funder — Student body raised $15,000 through the Marathon Dance to support VCHC.
- Tammy Loya Partner — Sponsor of the Red, White and Luau event.
- The Law Office of Anthony Morelli Partner — Sponsor of the Red, White and Luau event.
- The Law Office of Norman McFarlane Partner — Sponsor of the Red, White and Luau event.
- Tom Ratsep Partner — Member of the Board of Directors for VCHC
- Tom Rielly Partner — Member of the Board of Directors for VCHC
- U.S. Department of Defense Partner — Contracted partner in delivering Onward Ops services for Veteran transition.
- U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Partner — Contracted partner in delivering Onward Ops services for Veteran transition.
- United Way of the Greater Capital Region Partner — Collaborated on the 518 Day Volunteer Project at Foreverly House.
- VA Partner — Contracted partner in delivering the Onward Ops program for Veteran transition support.
- Vet House Partner — Transitional housing program for veterans where volunteer and sponsorship activities occur.
- Veterans Administration Government — Funded Vet House and supports Guardian House.
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-Centered Housing Interventionmethodology: family-centered housing supportBy designing housing and support programs specifically for veteran mothers and their children, we address the unique structural and social challenges faced by this population, because integrating family needs into housing stability efforts improves retention and long-term independence.
- Housing-First with Comprehensive Supportmethodology: housing_firstBy providing immediate safe housing combined with wraparound support services, we enable homeless veterans to stabilize and engage in recovery and reintegration, because housing stability is a foundational prerequisite for addressing complex needs such as mental health, employment, and family reunification.
- Immediate Financial Assistance for Housing Stabilitymethodology: housing_stability_through_direct_financial_assistanceBy offering direct financial aid for back rent and utilities, we prevent eviction and preserve housing, because maintaining current housing is more effective and less disruptive than post-homelessness rehousing.
- Relational Transition Supportmethodology: relational-transition-supportBy pairing transitioning veterans with trained community sponsors, we foster personalized guidance and social connections during the critical first year post-service, because relational support increases successful military-to-civilian integration more than services alone.