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EDEN II SCHOOL FOR AUTISTIC CHILDREN

STATEN ISLAND, NY · EIN 132872916 · Form 990 · FY2024 · NTEE B280 · Education · Very Large (>$50M) · eden2.org
revenue
$50.9M
expenses
$49.4M
net assets
$17.3M
employees
859
volunteers
23
program ratio
86%
mission · from form 990

THE MISSION OF EDEN II PROGRAMS IS TO SUPPORT PEOPLE WITH AUTISM THROUGHOUT THEIR LIVES TO ACHIEVE THEIR FULL POTENTIAL THROUGH SERVICE, SCIENCE, AND PASSION.

profile · synthesized from sources

Eden II Programs supports individuals with autism across their lifespan through educational, residential, and family support services. The organization operates schools for children and adolescents, adult day habilitation programs, and residential services on Staten Island and Long Island. It uses evidence-based teaching methods, including applied behavior analysis, to promote independence, communication, and life skills.

irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024

What they reported doing

  1. #1 primary $14.24M
    SEE SCHEDULE OEDUCATIONAL SERVICES PROVIDED INSTRUCTION BASED ON INTENSIVE BEHAVIOR ANALYTIC TEACHING TECHNIQUES TO STUDENTS DIAGNOSED WITH AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER (ASD). THESE PROGRAMS UTILIZED A VARIETY OF EVIDENCE-BASED TEACHING STRATEGIES, INCLUDING DISCRETE TRIAL INSTRUCTION, VIDEO MODELING, AND OBSERVATIONAL LEARNING. PROGRAMMING INCLUDED GOALS IN ACADEMICS, PLAY AND SOCIAL SKILLS, COMMUNICATION, SELF-HELP SKILLS, AND ADAPTIVE BEHAVIOR. SPEECH THERAPY WAS PROVIDED AS A RELATED SERVICE IN ACCORDANCE WITH EACH STUDENT'S INDIVIDUALIZED EDUCATIONAL PLAN. OTHER SCHOOL PROGRAM COMPONENTS INCLUDED COMMUNITY OUTINGS, ADAPTIVE PHYSICAL EDUCATION, MUSIC, AND MOVEMENT. THROUGHOUT THE YEAR, EDEN II PROVIDED PARENT TRAINING AND SUPPORT IN CLASS, AT HOME, AND DAY AND EVENING PARENT WORKSHOPS. ADDITIONALLY, OUR SCHOOL PROGRAM HAD A COMMUNITY-BASED VOCATIONAL TRAINING COMPONENT, WHEREBY MANY OF OUR ADOLESCENTS (WITH THE SUPPORT AND SUPERVISION OF THEIR TEACHERS) VOLUNTEERED THEIR TIME BY PERFORMING JOB-RELATED TASKS FOR LOCAL BUSINESSES IN THE COMMUNITY. IN FISCAL YEAR 2025, APPROXIMATELY 98 STUDENTS, AGES 8-21, PARTICIPATED IN FULL-DAY EDUCATION PROGRAMS ON STATEN ISLAND. EDEN II'S EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS IN STATEN ISLAND ALSO INCLUDED A PRESCHOOL PROGRAM THAT SERVED 54 STUDENTS, SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER SUPPORT SERVICES (SETSS), WHICH PROVIDED EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMMING FOR CHILDREN AGE 5 AND OLDER IN THEIR HOME OR A CENTER-BASED SETTING, AND SPECIAL EDUCATION ITINERANT TEACHER (SEIT) SERVICES, WHICH PROVIDED SESSIONS FOR CHILDREN 3-5 YEARS OF AGE. THESE TWO PROGRAMS SERVE APPROXIMATELY 35 STUDENTS IN TOTAL. ON LONG ISLAND, EDEN II'S GENESIS SCHOOL PROGRAM SERVED 31 INDIVIDUALS, AGES 5-21, IN ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION PROGRAMS.
  2. #2 $8.45M
    SEE SCHEDULE OADULT DAY HABILITATION SERVED INDIVIDUALS OVER 21 YEARS OLD ON STATEN ISLAND AND LONG ISLAND. ADULTS LEARNED SKILLS ESSENTIAL FOR SUCCESSFUL EVERYDAY LIVING, FOCUSING ON INCREASING INDEPENDENCE ACROSS ALL SKILL DOMAINS. INDIVIDUALIZED PLANS FOCUSED ON ACTIVITIES OF DAILY LIFE, COMMUNICATION SKILLS, PREVOCATIONAL/VOCATIONAL SKILLS, PROMOTING ADAPTIVE BEHAVIOR, RECREATION/LEISURE SKILLS, COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT AND VOLUNTEERISM, HEALTH AND FITNESS, AND SOCIAL AND EMOTIONAL DEVELOPMENT. EDEN II PROVIDED THE TRAINING AND SUPPORT REQUIRED TO SUCCEED IN INTEGRATED COMMUNITY SETTINGS AND THE INSTRUCTION/SUPPORT NEEDED TO PROMOTE THE DEVELOPMENT OF EMPLOYABLE SKILLS. IN FISCAL YEAR 2025, THE ADULT DAY HABILITATION PROGRAM SERVED 136 INDIVIDUALS ON STATEN ISLAND, AND THE GENESIS ADULT DAY HABILITATION PROGRAM SERVED 55 INDIVIDUALS ON LONG ISLAND.
named programs · 11 · from sources

What they call their work

Adult Recreation Program
Recreational and leisure activities for adults aged 21+ with autism on Staten Island, providing respite for caregivers and opportunities for socialization.
After School Recreation
Recreational activities including cooking and sports for individuals aged 5-21 with autism in Brooklyn and Staten Island.
Clinical Assessments
Psychological and psychosocial evaluations for children aged 4+ to determine OPWDD eligibility for services in Brooklyn and Staten Island.
Community Habilitation
In-home and community-based skill-building and behavior support for children and adults with autism in Brooklyn and Staten Island, using ABA techniques.
Crisis Intervention Services
Short-term in-home behavioral support and parent training for families in crisis with children aged 3-25 with autism in Staten Island and Brooklyn.
Holiday Recreation Program
Short-term recreational program during school breaks for children aged 5-21 with autism in Brooklyn and Staten Island.
Overnight Trips
Three-day, two-night trips for children aged 5-21 with autism in Brooklyn and Staten Island during school and holiday breaks.
Respite Services
In-home respite care for families of children and adults with autism in Brooklyn and Staten Island.
Scholars After School Program
After-school program for individuals aged 6-21 with autism focusing on functional skill building, homework support, computer literacy, and social skills on Staten Island.
Socialization Program
Bi-monthly community-based social activities for individuals aged 13-21 with autism to promote peer interaction and skill development.
Summer Day Camp
Full-day summer program for individuals aged 5-21 with autism focusing on socialization and recreation.
activities · 14 groups

What they do

  • Special Education Preschool Programs 2 activities
    • Delivering Special Education Itinerant Teacher (SEIT) services
      Provides SEIT services to preschool students ages 3 to 5 with disabilities through New York State–certified special education teachers, delivered in natural childcare or preschool settings to support participation in the least restrictive environment.
    • Providing preschool programs for children with developmental disabilities
      Operates a New York State-approved, full-day, 12-month preschool program for children ages 2.8 to 5 with autism and other developmental disabilities, using applied behavior analysis and aligned with state learning standards. Includes speech therapy and individualized classroom placements based on IEPs.
  • Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Therapy Services 2 activities
    • Delivering consultation and behavioral support services
      Provides ABA classroom support, behavior assessment and intervention planning, functional behavior analysis, social skills instruction, staff development, and in-home crisis intervention services including behavioral assessments, intervention plans, and parent training for families experiencing severe behavioral crises.
    • Providing in-home and community-based habilitation and respite services
      Delivers in-home and community-based habilitation services using applied behavior analysis (ABA) to build skills and support community inclusion for children and adults with autism in Brooklyn and Staten Island. Also provides in-home respite services to offer caregiver relief and recreational engagement.
  • Special Education Support Services 1 activity
    • Delivering Special Education Teacher Support Services (SETSS)
      Provides SETSS to school-age students aged 5 and older who are eligible via IEP, delivered by New York State–certified special education teachers across various educational settings to promote access to general education curriculum in the least restrictive environment.
  • Supported Employment for Developmental Disabilities 1 activity
    • Delivering vocational and secondary programming
      Offers vocational training and community-based instruction for adolescents and young adults with autism, including office tasks, crafts, gardening, packaging, and other employable skills as part of secondary education and transition planning.
  • Healthcare Compliance and Ethics Programs 1 activity
    • Maintaining corporate compliance and ethical operations
      Implements a Corporate Compliance Plan including a Code of Conduct, whistleblower protections, anonymous reporting via a 24/7 In-Touch Helpline, protocols for investigating violations, disciplinary actions, continuous risk assessment, and regular reviews of agency and Board processes to prevent fraud and ensure ethical conduct.
  • Summer Day Camp Programs 1 activity
    • Offering after-school, summer, and holiday recreation programs
      Operates structured after-school, summer day camp, and holiday recreation programs for children and youth aged 5–21 with autism, featuring daily classes in cooking and sports, community outings, and indoor activities. Includes two annual overnight trips during breaks.
  • Day Habilitation Services 1 activity
    • Operating adult day habilitation programs
      Provides OPWDD-funded center-based ("With Walls") and community-based ("Without Walls") day habilitation services for adults with autism, emphasizing community inclusion, skill-building, volunteer opportunities, and recreational activities. Offers specialized programming for older adults focused on healthy aging and wellness.
  • Residential Support for Developmental Disabilities 1 activity
    • Operating group homes and community residences
      Operates OPWDD-certified group homes and community residences for adults with autism in Long Island and Staten Island, providing individualized support for residents to engage in community activities such as dining, volunteering, recreation, and faith-based services.
  • Special Education Day Schools 1 activity
    • Operating specialized education programs for students with autism
      Provides center-based, full-day, 12-month educational programming for students with autism aged 5–21 using evidence-based instruction grounded in applied behavior analysis (ABA), aligned with individualized education programs (IEPs). Programs include certified teachers, behavior and communication specialists, and 1:1 aides as needed, with integrated transition and vocational planning.
  • Early Childhood Developmental Evaluation and Screening 1 activity
    • Providing evaluation and assessment services
      Offers diagnostic, psychological, educational, speech and language, communication, transitional, and vocational assessments for individuals on the autism spectrum. Also conducts psychosocial evaluations for children aged four and older without Medicaid to meet OPWDD eligibility requirements.
  • Parenting Education and Support Programs 1 activity
    • Providing parent training and family support services
      Offers parent training and in-home service support for students and families, including training during crisis intervention to support behavior management and family engagement.
  • Autism & Neurodiversity Education Workshops 1 activity
    • Providing professional training and capacity-building programs
      Offers workshops, conferences, customized training programs, and consultation services for professionals, organizations, families, and the public locally, nationally, and internationally on topics including ABA, behavior intervention, and autism education.
  • Specialized Therapy for Children with Disabilities 1 activity
    • Providing speech and related therapies
      Provides speech therapy as a related service based on individualized education programs to support communication and functional skill development for students with autism.
  • Social Skills Development for Neurodiverse Youth 1 activity
    • Running year-round socialization programs for youth
      Operates a year-round socialization program for youth aged 13–21 with autism, meeting bi-monthly for community and indoor activities to promote peer interaction and social skill development.
financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$50.92M
Contributions & grants$1.75M3%
Program service revenue$48.69M96%
Investment income$139K0%
Other revenue$337K
expenses
Total expenses$49.41M
Program expenses86%
Admin / overhead13%
Fundraising1%
Salaries & benefits$40.49M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$36.90M
Cash$4.09M
Investments$144K
Liabilities$19.61M
Net assets$17.29M
Liquid reserves1.0 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue +13.8%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024

Who runs it

paid leadership · 8
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
EILEEN HOPKINS DEPUTY EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR 40 $374K
JOANNE GERENSER EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR 40 $340K
RANDY HOROWITZ ASSOCIATE EXECUTIVE DIRECT 40 $203K
IRENE CAVANAGH ASSOCIATE EXECUTIVE DIRECT 40 $192K
MARISSA MCKEON CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER (ENDED 2/25) 40 $179K
MARY MCDONALD ASSOCIATE EXECUTIVE DIRECT 40 $161K
ERIN ARCHIBALD DEPARTMENT DIRECTOR PROGRAM SERVICES 40 $161K
DAN RAUCH CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER (ENDED 4/24) 40 $87K
board members · 17
  • ANTHONY CASTIGLIONE — BOARD MEMBER
  • ANTHONY CITARELLA — TREASURER
  • BRENDAN LANTRY — BOARD MEMBER
  • CHRIS BARNETT — BOARD MEMBER
  • CHRIS FERRERA — BOARD MEMBER
  • DARREN DIPRIMA — BOARD MEMBER
  • DAVID MEMOLI — BOARD MEMBER
  • DENISE BIANCHI — BOARD MEMBER
  • DENISE JORDAN — BOARD MEMBER
  • JANET BARSKY — BOARD MEMBER
  • JIM CALDARELLA — BOARD MEMBER
  • LOUANNE HALEY — BOARD MEMBER
  • MALVINA KRUPATKIK — BOARD MEMBER
  • MICHAEL ARVANITES — VICE-CHAIR
  • MICHELE CARR — CHAIR
  • ROBERT MAC FAYDEN — BOARD MEMBER
  • SHANX RAVISANKAR — SECRETARY
relationships · 12

Who they work with

  • Committee on Preschool Special Education (CPSE) Government — Classifies preschoolers with disabilities who are eligible for SEIT services.
  • Committee on Preschool Special Education (CPSE) Partner — Collaborates with CPSE to serve preschool students with developmental disabilities as recommended through CPSE evaluations.
  • Genesis Outreach Autism Center Partner — Co-located partner organization providing autism outreach services on the same campus in East Meadow, NY.
  • Genesis School Partner — Collaborative educational program referenced in connection with Eden II services.
  • Genesis School Partner — Genesis School program on Long Island serves students with autism under the Eden II Programs umbrella.
  • Genesis School Partner — Part of the Eden II network of programs, serving children with developmental disabilities.
  • Little Miracles Preschool Partner — Part of the Eden II network of programs, offering special education services including SEIT.
  • New York State Government — Provides certification for special education teachers delivering SETSS services.
  • OPWDD Government — Eden II's group homes are certified by OPWDD, indicating a regulatory and operational affiliation.
  • OPWDD Government — Primary funder of Eden II's Day Habilitation With Walls and Without Walls programs
  • Office of the Medicaid Inspector General Government — Entity to which Eden II reports fraud and repays or self-discloses significant overpayments.
  • YouTube Network — Hosts a YouTube channel for sharing content
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.

  • Applied Behavior Analysis as Foundational Methodology
    methodology: applied-behavior-analysis
    By using applied behavior analysis (ABA) as a core, evidence-based approach, the organization teaches functional skills and reduces maladaptive behaviors in individuals with autism, because ABA's data-driven and individualized techniques are clinically proven to produce measurable developmental outcomes.
  • Community Integration Through Natural and Structured Environments
    methodology: community_integration
    By delivering services in natural preschool settings, community-based adult programs, and structured residential environments, the organization fosters inclusion and real-world participation, because learning and habilitation in authentic contexts promote generalization and long-term independence.
  • Person-Centered and Individualized Skill Development for Independence
    methodology: person-centered_planning
    By tailoring interventions to individual needs through person-centered planning and individualized education or habilitation programs, the organization promotes independence in daily living, communication, and community integration, because personalized goals increase relevance, engagement, and skill generalization across settings.