irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2023
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $189KCOMMUNITY SERVICES BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM - FUNDS ARE USED TO SUPPORT CORE SERVICES AND ACTIVITIES FOR INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES WITH LOW INCOMES THAT HELP TO ALLEVIATE THE CAUSES AND CONDITIONS OF POVERTY IN OUR COMMUNITY. SERVICES INCLUDE: FAMILY LITERACY, EMERGENCY INTERVENTIONS FOR FOOD AND SHELTER NEEDS AND VOLUNTEER INCOME TAX ASSISTANCE.
- #2 $1.60MHEAD START SUPPORTS CHILDREN'S GROWTH THROUGH SERVICES CENTERED AROUND EARLY LEARNING AND DEVELOPMENT, HEALTH, AND FAMILY WELL-BEING. HEAD START STAFF ACTIVELY ENGAGE PARENTS, RECOGNIZING FAMILY PARTICIPATION THROUGHOUT THE PROGRAM AS KEY TO STRONG CHILD OUTCOMES.
named programs · 7 · from sources
What they call their work
Community Services Program
Offers emergency financial assistance, an Emergency Food Pantry, essential items, problem-solving support, and referrals to help individuals and families meet basic needs and access community services.
Early Head Start
Comprehensive child development and family support program for toddlers aged 18 to 36 months, offering small classroom settings and home visits in Philmont and Valatie to promote healthy parent-child bonds and early learning.
Family Literacy Program
Supports adult, teen, and child learners in achieving educational and vocational goals through English language learning, GED preparation, home visits, and summer reading clubs in Hudson, NY.
Head Start Preschool
High-quality early childhood education program for eligible 3- and 4-year-olds in Columbia County, promoting academic, social, emotional, and cognitive development in inclusive classrooms across Craryville, Hudson, and Valatie.
Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP)
Administers annual benefits to help low-income Columbia County residents pay heating and energy costs; also facilitates emergency heating and cooling assistance through state partnerships.
Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA)
Free tax preparation service for low- to moderate-income individuals and families, helping clients access Earned Income Tax Credit and Child Tax Credit; services available starting in February.
Weatherization & Energy Programs
Provides free home energy audits and installations (e.g., insulation, efficient appliances, smoke detectors) to reduce energy costs and improve home safety for eligible homeowners and renters in Columbia County.
activities · 9 groups
What they do
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Low-Income Home Energy Efficiency Upgrades 2 activities
- Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) ServicesAdministers the Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) to help low-income residents of Columbia County, NY reduce home heating and energy costs. Offers annual application intake with in-person and 24/7 drop box access at the Hudson, NY office.
- Weatherization and Energy Efficiency ServicesProvides free home energy audits and installs energy-saving materials such as insulation, weather stripping, efficient lighting, water-saving fixtures, and safety devices. Conducts repairs or replacements of furnaces, boilers, windows, doors, hot water heaters, and refrigerators based on audit findings to reduce energy costs and improve home safety.
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Public Benefits Navigation and Enrollment 1 activity
- Advocacy and Service Referral SupportProvides advocacy and referrals to help individuals and families access necessary services and navigate systems related to income, housing, employment, and personal or family challenges.
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Community Resource Navigation and Support Services 1 activity
- Comprehensive Community Support ServicesProvides a range of direct services including childcare, education, emergency assistance, healthcare navigation, housing services, income supports, informal counseling, and referrals to local resources. Supports families in achieving goals related to housing, education, and financial stability.
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Food Distribution and Hunger Relief 1 activity
- Emergency Assistance and Food Pantry ServicesOperates an emergency food pantry that accepts donations of shelf-stable food and personal care items, distributing emergency food boxes to individuals and families in need. Provides short-term financial assistance and essential items Monday through Friday when no other resources are available.
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Early Literacy Promotion 1 activity
- Family Literacy ProgramOffers a Family Literacy Program that includes English Language Learning classes, GED preparation support, and summer reading clubs to improve literacy and educational outcomes for families in Columbia County.
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Free Tax Preparation Services 1 activity
- Free Income Tax Preparation (VITA Program)Provides free income tax preparation services for individuals and families with low to moderate incomes through the VITA program, including electronic filing of federal and state returns and assistance accessing tax credits such as the Earned Income Tax Credit and Child Tax Credit.
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Early Childhood Education & Development Programs 1 activity
- Head Start and Early Head Start ProgramsOperates Head Start Preschool and Early Head Start programs for eligible children and families in Columbia County, NY, with classroom locations in Craryville, Hudson, Valatie, and Philmont, and delivers services through small classroom settings and home visits. Supports child development and family goal-setting in early childhood education.
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Educator Training in Equity and Inclusion 1 activity
- Staff Professional Development and Career AdvancementSupports staff professional development in early childhood education and human services, creating employment opportunities that foster careers focused on social justice, diversity, inclusion, and sustained service delivery over decades.
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Volunteer Engagement and Capacity Support 1 activity
- Volunteer Engagement in Governance and OperationsEngages volunteers in operational roles such as classroom support and tax preparation, as well as in governance and policy-making through participation in the Board of Directors and Head Start Policy Council.
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financials · form 990 · fy2023
revenue
Total revenue$2.68M
Contributions & grants$2.59M96%
Program service revenue$93K3%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$4K
expenses
Total expenses$2.81M
Program expenses86%
Admin / overhead14%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$1.90M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$1.08M
Cash$41K
Investments$0
Liabilities$958K
Net assets$121K
Liquid reserves0.2 mo
6 years on record · 2018–2023 · YoY revenue +5.3%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2023
Who runs it
paid leadership · 2
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| TINA M SHARPE | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 40 | $84K |
| RICHARD J LEGGETT JR | FINANCE DIRECTOR | 40 | $66K |
board members · 9
- ANNETTE PERRY — DIRECTOR
- BARBARA SAGAL — TREASURER
- BERNE BENDEL MPS — SECRETARY
- BRUCE FRISHKOFF MED MAPM — BOARD CHAIR
- CAROL FRIEDMAN — VICE CHAIR
- CHARLOTTE FUSS — DIRECTOR
- LORI KOLB SPEER — DIRECTOR
- MICHAEL HOFMANN — DIRECTOR
- OLIVIA SMITH — DIRECTOR
relationships · 14
Who they work with
- Administration for Children and Families Government — Receives grant funding through the Administration for Children and Families, a division of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
- Columbia County Department of Social Services Partner — Refers applicants to Columbia County Department of Social Services for emergency heating equipment repair/replacement and emergency cooling program information.
- Columbia County Recovery Kitchen Partner — Collaborates on community initiatives, as indicated by shared photo credit and local focus.
- Columbia Greene Housing Coalition Partner — Collaborates through shared volunteer participation in coalition activities.
- Columbia-Greene Community College Partner — Employer of a former COI staff member who transitioned into teaching pre-service educators on diversity and inclusion.
- Early Literacy & Learning Network Partner — Partners through joint steering committee involvement.
- Head Start Partner — Collaborates on classroom support and family engagement programs.
- Hudson River Bank & Trust Foundation Partner — Provided financial support to COI during federal funding disruption.
- Kimmelman Family Foundation Partner — Provided financial support to COI during federal funding disruption.
- NYS Legislature Government — Provided financial support to COI during federal funding disruption.
- Office of Head Start Government — Receives grant funding from the Office of Head Start within the Administration for Children and Families.
- SUNY New Paltz Partner — Alumni institution of a former staff member who advanced their education in human services with a focus on social justice.
- Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Partner — Partner in delivering free tax preparation services to low- and moderate-income individuals and families.
- community partners Partner — Collaborates with community partners to deliver services and support to individuals and families in Columbia County.
strategies · 3
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.
- Community-Governed and Volunteer-Powered Engagementmethodology: community_governanceBy involving community members in governance and service delivery through shared leadership and volunteer participation, we strengthen trust and program relevance, because inclusive decision-making and local ownership increase engagement and sustainability.
- Integrated Service Model with Community Navigationmethodology: integrated-service modelBy combining direct services, referrals, and advocacy within a coordinated system, we increase access to critical resources, because individuals facing poverty encounter interconnected barriers that require holistic and navigated solutions.
- Whole-Family Approach to Economic Securitymethodology: whole_family_approachBy integrating services for children, parents, and caregivers within a single support framework, we produce greater stability and self-reliance, because addressing needs across generations compounds economic and developmental outcomes.