irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $2.40MSUPERVISED IRA LIVING (RESIDENTIAL SERVICES):STARBRIDGE OFFERS RESIDENCES THAT ARE STAFFED 24/7 BY TRAINED AND CARING DIRECT-SUPPORT PROFESSIONALS. OUR HOMES AND APARTMENTS ARE LOCATED IN BRIGHTON, IRONDEQUOIT, AND ROCHESTER, AND ARE CERTIFIED BY THE NYS OFFICE FOR PEOPLE WITH DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES (OPWDD). SUPERVISED RESIDENCES OFFER 24/7 SUPPORT TO HELP INDIVIDUALS WITH I/DD LIVE HEALTHY, PRODUCTIVE, AND INTEGRATED LIVES IN THE COMMUNITY. WHILE PROVIDING SUPPORT IN GAINING GREATER INDEPENDENCE THROUGH INDIVIDUAL LIFE PLANS.
- #2 $485KFAMILY & YOUTH EDUCATION:PARENT TRAINING AND INFORMATION CENTER (PTIC) - PROVIDES TRAININGS, RESOURCES AND INDIVIDUAL SUPPORT TO PARENTS OF CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES, PROFESSIONALS, AND YOUTH TO HELP PARENTS AND FAMILIES TO UNDERSTAND THE SPECIAL EDUCATION PROCESS, LEADING TO POSITIVE OUTCOMES. THESE SERVICES ARE FOR CHILDREN AND YOUNG ADULTS 0-26 YEARS OLD. PTIC FOR TRANSITION - FAMILIES OF STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES IN NYS WILL BE INFORMED ABOUT SPECIAL EDUCATION SYSTEMS AND PROCESSES RELATED TO TRANSITION SERVICES THROUGH DISSEMINATION OF TRANSITION-RELATED PRODUCTS AND RESOURCES.
named programs · 8 · from sources
What they call their work
Creating a Life After High School
Five-session program for youth (ages 15–21) with I/DD and their families to develop self-advocacy skills and plan for life after high school; includes funding application opportunity at completion
Family Empowerment Series
Multi-session training series that prepares families and caregivers to advocate within the educational system for children with disabilities; offered annually in Finger Lakes and Western New York regions
Family Reimbursement Program (FRP)
Reimburses families for goods and services related to an individual's disability, supporting health, safety, emotional well-being, and personal development
Go Monroe
Accessibility transportation service for individuals with I/DD eligible for OPWDD services; provides Lyft, Uber vouchers, and bus passes at no cost
Housing Subsidy Program
Provides housing subsidies to support adults with I/DD who wish to live independently in their communities, particularly those living in poverty; serves over 50 individuals across Monroe and surrounding counties
Independent Parent Advocacy Network (IPAN)
Offers technical assistance, advocacy, workshops, newsletters, and family empowerment training to help parents of individuals with I/DD access appropriate education, supports, and services
Parent Training and Information Center (PTIC)
Provides trainings, resources, and individual support to parents of children with disabilities (ages 0–26), professionals, and youth to understand the special education process and transition services
Supervised IRA Living
24/7 residential support services for individuals with I/DD in staffed homes and apartments located in Brighton, Irondequoit, and Rochester, NY; certified by NYS OPWDD
activities · 14 groups
What they do
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Special Education Support Services 2 activities
- Deliver educational support services from birth to age 26Provides educational support including early intervention, school-age programs, transition planning, workshops, and advocacy for individuals from birth to age 26.
- Distribute educational resources and publications on disabilities and special educationMakes available resources and publications developed by Starbridge experts on topics related to disabilities, special education, and transition planning for youth and families.
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Fundraising and Financial Support for IDD Services 1 activity
- Administer Family Reimbursement Program (FRP)Administers a program that provides eligible families of individuals with developmental disabilities up to $3,000 per year to cover expenses such as respite care, goods and services, and community involvement; hosts monthly review meetings in the Finger Lakes and Western New York regions.
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Residential Support for Developmental Disabilities 1 activity
- Deliver home and community-based supports for individuals with developmental disabilitiesProvides supervised residential living, community habilitation services, and family reimbursement programs; operates 24/7 supervised residences certified by NYS OPWDD in Brighton, Irondequoit, and Rochester to support personal independence.
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Autism & Neurodiversity Education Workshops 1 activity
- Deliver webinars and instructional videos on special education and developmental needsOffers webinars and instructional videos for families and professionals on children's special education and developmental needs, including ongoing workshops and conferences throughout the year.
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Patient and Family Support Services 1 activity
- Offer advocacy services for individuals with disabilities and their familiesProvides advocacy support to help individuals and families identify living options, understand rights, navigate support systems, access resources, and become self-advocates.
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Self-Sufficiency Empowerment Workshops 1 activity
- Offer transition-to-adulthood services for youth and young adultsProvides transition planning services including goal setting, workshops, self-directed resources, and a five-session program for youth aged 15–21 in Monroe County to support life after high school; also offers an annual multi-session training series for families in the Finger Lakes and Western New York regions.
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Parenting Education and Support Programs 1 activity
- Operate Parent Training and Information Center (PTIC)Provides trainings, resources, and individual support to families of children with disabilities across most of New York State to improve understanding of special education and transition processes.
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Organizational Newsletter Production and Distribution 1 activity
- Produce and distribute monthly e-newsletter for youth with disabilitiesProduces and distributes a monthly e-newsletter called ACCESS with transition-related news, resources, and event information for young people with disabilities in New York State.
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Youth Workforce Readiness Programs 1 activity
- Provide career and employment support for youth and young adults with disabilitiesOffers free support services for youth ages 18–24 including career exploration, education and training preparation, job search, resume development, interview practice, paid work experience, transportation assistance, and money management; includes pre-employment training, internships, job placement, on-the-job supports, and workforce partnerships through HPOG.
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Autism and Neurodiversity Family Support Services 1 activity
- Provide family support services including inclusive recreation and housing assistanceOffers family support through transportation assistance, advocacy, reimbursement programming, and inclusive recreation via the TIES Program; also provides housing support at Warfield Square Apartments in Rochester for 16 units designated for individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities.
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Consumer-Directed Personal Care Administration 1 activity
- Provide fiscal intermediary services for self-directed careSupports individuals with self-directed budgets through staff recruitment, hiring, training, payroll management, budget tracking, and Medicaid billing compliance.
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Day Habilitation Services 1 activity
- Provide one-on-one Community Habilitation (Com Hab) servicesDelivers individualized Com Hab services to adults and young adults with developmental disabilities to promote independent living and achievement of personal goals.
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Transportation Access Support 1 activity
- Provide transportation support for individuals with developmental disabilitiesOffers transportation assistance through mileage reimbursement, bus passes, and Uber/Lyft vouchers for families and individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities eligible for OPWDD services.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Fund participant goals in transition programsProvides access to funding for participants in the Creating a Life After High School program to support their individualized future goals.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$23.82M
Contributions & grants$3.97M17%
Program service revenue$19.32M81%
Investment income$43K0%
Other revenue$484K
expenses
Total expenses$21.07M
Program expenses89%
Admin / overhead10%
Fundraising1%
Salaries & benefits$14.34M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$9.42M
Cash$1.84M
Investments$994K
Liabilities$1.68M
Net assets$7.74M
Liquid reserves1.6 mo
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +35.2%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 3
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
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| NIKISHA RIDGEWAY | PRESIDENT & CEO | 40 | $174K |
| TERESA O'HARE | CFO | 40 | $139K |
| IDA JONES | VP OF WORKFORCE (HR) | 40 | $118K |
board members · 18
- ALLISON SCHULER — TREASURER
- ANNE BABCOCK-STINER — DIRECTOR
- BOB MOORE — DIRECTOR
- BONNIE WATSON — DIRECTOR
- BRANDY YOUNG — DIRECTOR
- CHERYL RILEY — CHAIR
- CLARA WASHINGTON — DIRECTOR
- FRANCIS FERRARI — DIRECTOR
- HANIF ABDUL-WAHID — DIRECTOR
- JESSICA DOLAN — DIRECTOR
- LIA TINKELMAN FESTENSTEIN — DIRECTOR
- LISA STEPHENSON — DIRECTOR
- LORI BARNARD-NORTHRUP — AT-LARGE MEMBER
- MARY BETH SPEICHER — DIRECTOR
- MARY RICHARDSON — SECRETARY
- MATT PERDUE — AT-LARGE MEMBER
- NAKIA VARGAS — DIRECTOR
- STEPHEN G SCHWARZ — AT-LARGE MEMBER
relationships · 25
Who they work with
- Brain Injury Association of NYS Partner — Partners to provide resources for individuals affected by traumatic brain injury.
- DDRO Government — Funds the Creating a Life After High School program for students with established eligibility.
- Flower City Down Syndrome Network (FCDSN) Partner — Collaborates to connect individuals and families to disability-specific resources and support networks.
- Golisano Autism Center Partner — Collaborates to share autism-specific resources and support services.
- Goodwill Vision Enterprises (formerly ABVI) Partner — Collaborates to support individuals with visual impairments through shared resources.
- Home Leasing Partner — Manages Warfield Square Apartments where Starbridge serves as the Housing Support Agency for designated units.
- NYS Office for People with Developmental Disabilities Government — Certifies Starbridge's supervised residences and establishes eligibility for residential and Community Habilitation services.
- NYS Office for People with Developmental Disabilities Government — Primary funder and regulatory authority for the Family Reimbursement Program, setting eligibility, guidelines, and reimbursement limits.
- NYS Office for People with Developmental Disabilities Government — State agency that certifies STARBRIDGE's residences and provides eligibility for services.
- NYS Office for People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) Government — Funder and eligibility partner for Family Support Programs, including GO MONROE transportation support.
- National Tourette Syndrome Association Partner — Partners to provide access to condition-specific information and support services.
- New York State Office for People with Developmental Disabilities Government — Primary state agency through which individuals access waiver services that enable use of Starbridge's self-directed supports.
- New York State Parent Network Network — Collaboration between all federally-funded Parent Centers in New York State, of which Starbridge is a member.
- Parent Network of Western NY Partner — Collaborates with Starbridge and includeNYC to collect and disseminate transition resources for young people with disabilities in New York State.
- Parent Network of Western New York Partner — Contracted core community partner serving Buffalo and Western New York.
- Parent to Parent (Capital District) Partner — Contracted core community partner serving the Capital District and the North Country.
- Putnam Independent Living Services Partner — Contracted core community partner serving the Hudson Valley region.
- Rehabilitative Services Administration of the US Department of Education Government — Funds New York State Transition Partners, a collaborative including Starbridge, includeNYC, and the Parent Network of Western NY.
- The Autism Council of Rochester Partner — Works with local autism organizations to connect families to regional support systems.
- US Department of Education Government — Federal grant funder supporting the organization's work under grant #H328M150079.
- US Department of Education Government — Funds Starbridge as a Parent Training & Information Center (PTIC).
- US Department of Education Government — Relies on and disseminates information from federal education and disability policy sources.
- US Department of Education/ Individuals with Disabilities Education Act Government — Uses federal special education law as a foundational resource for guidance and advocacy.
- Westchester Independent Living Center Partner — Contracted core community partner serving the Hudson Valley region.
- includeNYC Partner — Collaborates with Starbridge and the Parent Network of Western NY to collect and disseminate transition resources for young people with disabilities in New York State.
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.
- Fiscal Intermediary Model for Self-Directed Supportmethodology: fiscal_intermediary_modelBy acting as a fiscal intermediary to manage administrative, financial, and compliance tasks, the organization enables individuals with developmental disabilities to direct their own support services because removing bureaucratic barriers increases autonomy and personal control over care.
- Person-Centered Planning and Advocacymethodology: person_centered_planningBy partnering with individuals with disabilities and their families to co-create individualized life plans and navigate systems, the organization fosters self-advocacy, independence, and community integration because meaningful choice and ownership lead to better engagement and outcomes.