irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $3KTHE 35TH ANNUAL AL SIGL COMMUNITY WALKABOUT BROUGHT HUNDREDS OF WALKERS AND ROLLERS TO EASTVIEW MALL FOR A MORNING FILLED WITH ACCESSIBLE, FAMILY-FRIENDLY FUN. THIS HALLOWEEN-THEMED CELEBRATION FEATURED AN IMPRESSIVE COSTUME CONTEST, GIVING EACH PARTICIPANT THEIR MOMENT TO SHINE. AL SIGL MEMBER AGENCIES, PROGRAM PARTICIPANTS, FAMILIES, VOLUNTEERS, AND COMMUNITY SUPPORTERS CAME TOGETHER FOR THIS INCLUSIVE EVENT, EMBRACING THE SPIRIT OF COLLABORATION WHILE CELEBRATING ABILITIES.
- #2 $1.13MTHE AL SIGL FOUNDATION IS CHARGED WITH RAISING FUNDS TO ADVANCE THE MISSION AND OBJECTIVES OF THE AL SIGL COMMUNITY OF AGENCIES AND ITS COLLABORATIVE MEMBER AGENCIES. THIS SUPPORT HELPS PEOPLE OF ALL ABILITIES BECOME MORE INDEPENDENT, ACHIEVE THEIR GOALS AND BE MORE FULLY INCLUDED IN COMMUNITY LIFE.
named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Al Sigl Community Walkabout
Annual Halloween-themed inclusive event at Eastview Mall featuring accessible activities, community engagement with member agencies, and a costume contest for participants of all abilities
Fine Tasting
Hybrid wine pairing event that engages supporters in person and remotely to raise funds for member agencies
Sports Classic Golf Tournament
Annual golf tournament organized by the Sports Committee to raise funds for unrestricted grants supporting member agencies
Tennis Benefit
Sports Committee event featuring doubles matches and camaraderie to support unrestricted grant distribution
activities · 11 groups
What they do
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Developmental Disability Service Coordination 1 activity
- Collaborates with member agencies to deliver disability servicesPartners with seven member agencies across six campuses to serve over 55,000 people with disabilities and special needs annually, enhancing program reach and impact.
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General Operating Support Grants 1 activity
- Funds member agencies serving individuals with disabilitiesRaises and distributes financial support to member agencies, including $1.13 million in 2024 and $1.29 million in 2021, to sustain services for individuals with disabilities and special needs.
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Community Festival & Event Production 1 activity
- Hosts annual inclusive community eventsOrganizes the annual Al Sigl Community Walkabout, a Halloween-themed inclusive event for individuals of all abilities held at Eastview Mall, fostering community engagement.
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Charity Event Organization 1 activity
- Hosts fundraising sporting eventsOrganizes annual sporting events including the Sports Classic Golf Tournament and tennis benefits, adapting formats during the pandemic to continue raising funds.
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Residential Support for Developmental Disabilities 1 activity
- Operates residential programs for people with developmental disabilitiesManages 12 residential locations providing supportive housing and services for individuals with developmental disabilities.
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Early Childhood Education & Development Programs 1 activity
- Operates the Augustin Children’s CenterProvides education and therapeutic services for children in a nurturing environment through the Augustin Children’s Center, serving children from birth through age five.
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Hearing Health Services and Support 1 activity
- Provides audiology and hearing health servicesOffers comprehensive audiology services including hearing aid fittings, cochlear implant mapping, and auditory processing disorder testing.
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Brain Injury Support & Rehabilitation 1 activity
- Provides brain injury care servicesDelivers 63,700 hours of brain injury care annually to individuals in need of specialized support.
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Supported Employment for Developmental Disabilities 1 activity
- Provides comprehensive support services for adults with disabilitiesOffers programs and services designed to enhance independence and social inclusion for adults with disabilities, including residential, therapeutic, and self-direction services.
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Non-Emergency Medical & Essential Transportation 1 activity
- Provides transportation services for residents with disabilitiesOffers 143,000 transportation trips annually to over 4,000 residents in the Rochester area, supporting access to programs and community inclusion.
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Community CPR and First Aid Training 1 activity
- Trains individuals in seizure first aidProvides training to 6,000 people annually in seizure first aid to improve emergency response and safety for individuals with epilepsy or seizure disorders.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$3.30M
Contributions & grants$1.32M40%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$1.96M59%
Other revenue$28K
expenses
Total expenses$2.21M
Program expenses56%
Admin / overhead8%
Fundraising37%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$1.23M
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$36.09M
Cash$3.43M
Investments$32.62M
Liabilities$1.19M
Net assets$34.90M
Liquid reserves195.6 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +0.2%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 3
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| THOMAS O'CONNOR | PRESIDENT | 20 | $253K |
| STACEY WALLENHORST | VP & CFO | 20 | $166K |
| BRENDA GEGLIA | FOUNDATION VP | 40 | $144K |
board members · 21
- ANN KURZ — BOARD MEMBER
- CHETNA CHANDRAKALA — BOARD MEMBER
- CHRISTOPHER TRAGESER — BOARD MEMBER
- DAVID PITCHER — BOARD MEMBER
- DR RYNE RAFFAELLE — BOARD MEMBER
- ELMA BORCILO-KING — TREASURER
- GREGORY SENECAL — BOARD MEMBER
- JAKE CONWAY — BOARD MEMBER
- JAMES P AHEARN — BOARD MEMBER
- JOHN MCKENNA — BOARD MEMBER
- KENNETH KRAUS — BOARD MEMBER (TERM ENDED 5/2024)
- LAURA WEST — BOARD MEMBER
- LAWRENCE CREATURA — SECRETARY
- MARY RICHARDSON — BOARD MEMBER
- MATTHEW PARRILLI — BOARD CHAIR
- MATTHEW TIPPLE — BOARD MEMBER
- MATTHEW WEINS — BOARD MEMBER
- NANCY CATARISANO — BOARD MEMBER
- R THOMPSON GILMAN — BOARD MEMBER
- ROBERT AUGUST — BOARD MEMBER (TERM ENDED 5/2024)
- ROBERTA LANGIE VAN WINKLE — VICE-CHAIR
relationships · 42
Who they work with
- Ability Partners Foundation Partner — Co-hosts fundraising events including the Autism Awareness & Acceptance Walk, Mini Golf Masters, and Francis "Ben" Bonafiglia Golf Tournament.
- Al Sigl Network — Member agency of the Al Sigl Foundation.
- Arc of Monroe Partner — Affiliate organization supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities within the Al Sigl Community of Agencies network.
- CP Rochester Coalition — Part of Ability Partners Agencies network serving individuals with disabilities.
- CP Rochester Network — Member agency providing services for people with physical disabilities across the lifespan.
- CP Rochester Partner — Member agency participating in Al Sigl Community Walkabout events
- CP Rochester Partner — Member agency providing services for people with physical disabilities within the Al Sigl Community of Agencies network.
- Christa Construction, LLC Partner — Current member organization represented on the Al Sigl Council; co-chaired by a representative.
- EFPR Group Partner — Current member organization represented on the Al Sigl Council.
- ESL Federal Credit Union Partner — Current member organization represented on the Al Sigl Council.
- Empowering People's Independence Network — Member agency offering tailored care solutions for people with developmental disabilities, epilepsy, and brain injury.
- Empowering People's Independence Partner — Member agency participating in Al Sigl Community Walkabout events
- Empowering People's Independence Partner — Member agency providing care solutions for people with developmental disabilities, epilepsy, and brain injury within the Al Sigl Community of Agencies network.
- Empowering People’s Independence (EPI) Partner — Current member organization represented on the Al Sigl Council.
- Happiness House Coalition — Part of Ability Partners Agencies network serving individuals with disabilities.
- Impact Earth Partner — Co-hosted an event on composting and zero waste living.
- Ironwood Heavy Highway LLC. Partner — Current member organization represented on the Al Sigl Council.
- Keystone Dental, Inc. Partner — Current member organization represented on the Al Sigl Council; co-chaired by a representative.
- M&T Bank Partner — Current member organization represented on the Al Sigl Council.
- Mary Cariola Center Partner — Affiliate organization serving individuals with disabilities within the Al Sigl Community of Agencies network.
- Mason Digital Partner — Website design partner
- Mason Digital Partner — Website design partner for Al Sigl Community of Agencies
- Medical Motor Service Network — Member agency providing transportation services for children, adults, and seniors with disabilities and special needs.
- Medical Motor Service Partner — Member agency participating in Al Sigl Community Walkabout events
- Medical Motor Service Partner — Member agency providing transportation services for children, adults, and senior citizens with disabilities within the Al Sigl Community of Agencies network.
- Monroe County Government — Current member organization represented on the Al Sigl Council.
- National Multiple Sclerosis Society Upstate NY Partner — Member agency participating in Al Sigl Community Walkabout events
- National Multiple Sclerosis Society Upstate New York Network — Member agency delivering education, information, advocacy, and health and wellness programs for families affected by multiple sclerosis.
- National Multiple Sclerosis Society Upstate New York Partner — Member agency providing services for families affected by multiple sclerosis within the Al Sigl Community of Agencies network.
- New York State Office of People With Developmental Disabilities Government — Funder and provider of services through state-funded programs.
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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.
- Collaborative Network Modelmethodology: collaborative_network_modelBy uniting independent agencies under a shared network, the foundation enhances collective capacity to serve individuals with disabilities and special needs, enabling collaboration while preserving organizational independence and increasing access to services.
- Person-Centered Supportmethodology: person-centered_supportBy creating compassionate, tailored supports, the foundation helps individuals with developmental disabilities live the life of their choice, using personalized approaches that center the individual's goals and autonomy.