Creative Works
- Assets
- $25.0m
- Revenue
- $25.8m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 446
- Location
- Westbrook, ME
- Founding
- 01/1967
- Data as of
- 06/2023
- EIN
- 01-0280723
Organization Overview
Creative Works is located in Westbrook, ME. The organization was established in 1967. According to its NTEE Classification (J30) the organization is classified as: Vocational Rehabilitation, under the broad grouping of Employment and related organizations. As of 06/2023, Creative Works employed 446 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Creative Works is a 501(c)(3) and as such, is described as a "Charitable or Religous organization or a private foundation" by the IRS.
For the year ending 06/2023, Creative Works generated $25.8m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 8 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 8.3% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $25.2m during the year ending 06/2023. While expenses have increased by 8.8% per year over the past 8 years. They've been increasing with an increasing level of total revenue. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
CREATIVE WORKS STRIVES TO DEVELOP INNOVATIVE, IMPACTFUL, ENTREPRENEURIAL PROGRAMMING THAT IS DELIVERED BY COMMITTED AND COMPASSIONATE STAFF TO THE EXTRAORDINARY PEOPLE WE SERVE.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
RESIDENTIAL SERVICES PROVIDE SUPPORT FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES IN THE INDIVIDUALS' HOME OR IN CW RESIDENCES, AND RANGE FROM 24-HOUR SUPPORT TO JUST A FEW HOURS EACH WEEK. RESIDENTIAL SERVICES ASSIST WITH SOCIAL SKILLS, COMMUNITY ACCESS, HEALTH AND SAFETY, HOUSEHOLD MAINTENANCE, SELF-ADVOCACY, AND MANY OTHER NEEDS IN ORDER TO PROVIDE THE MOST COMPREHENSIVE AND THERAPEUTIC SUPPORT POSSIBLE.
COMMUNITY DAY SERVICES ENABLE INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES TO PARTICIPATE FULLY IN COMMUNITY LIFE AND TO INCREASE THEIR SELF-RELIANCE THROUGH ACTIVITIES THAT ARE ENRICHING, MEANINGFUL AND GOAL-ORIENTED. DAY SERVICES ARE DESIGNED TO MAXIMIZE AN INDIVIDUAL'S ABILITY TO MANAGE EVERYDAY LIFE ACTIVITIES IN COMMUNITIES RICH WITH RESOURCES. A VARIETY OF SKILL-BUILDING OPTIONS ARE OFFERED, IN ADDITION TO READINESS SKILLS, VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES, AND MEANS OF ARTISTIC EXPRESSION, ALL BASED UPON INDIVIDUAL NEEDS.
MAINE WOODWORKS IS A SOCIAL ENTERPRISE OF CREATIVE WORKS THAT EMPLOYS AN INTEGRATED WORKFORCE CONSISTING OF PEOPLE WITH AND WITHOUT DISABILITIES. ALL EMPLOYEES EARN A COMPETITIVE WAGE AND WORK IN AN ENVIRONMENT THAT FOSTERS BOTH THE DEVELOPMENT AND MASTERY OF VARIOUS FURNITURE-MAKING SKILLS AND INDEPENDENCE WITHIN THEIR WORK ENVIRONMENT. OUR WOOD SHOP PRODUCES BENCH-CRAFTED, COTTAGE-STYLE FURNITURE BUILT WITH RENEWABLE NORTH AMERICAN HARDWOODS AND ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY FINISHES. OUR COLORFUL LINE OF FURNITURE IS SOLD THROUGHOUT THE UNITED STATES, AND PROCEEDS FROM SALES ARE USED TO FURTHER THE SOCIAL MISSION OF CREATIVE WORKS.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Matthew Hickey Ceo/past COO | Officer | 40 | $218,667 |
Heidi Howard Past Executive Director | Officer | 40 | $165,435 |
Stephen Hawkes Hr Director | 40 | $124,769 | |
Patrick Benerugaba Past House Manager | 60 | $125,470 | |
James Flaker CFO | Officer | 40 | $137,370 |
Charlie Rowe It Director | 40 | $108,102 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Custom Built Homes Of Maine Llc Construction Services | 6/29/19 | $815,492 |
Jim Pepin Homes Llc Real Estate Services | 6/29/19 | $303,854 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $133,126 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $25,271 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $158,397 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $24,832,445 |
| Investment income | $342,611 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | -$85,569 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $542,842 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $25,790,726 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $591,296 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $69,229 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $12,761,170 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $252,178 |
| Other employee benefits | $1,962,539 |
| Payroll taxes | $988,292 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $11,347 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $54,110 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $24,067 |
| Fees for services: Other | $4,068,852 |
| Advertising and promotion | $245,058 |
| Office expenses | $266,775 |
| Information technology | $247,876 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $1,028,802 |
| Travel | $287,065 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 |
| Interest | $78,976 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $509,847 |
| Insurance | $0 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $25,219,060 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $935,579 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $2,068,999 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $2,577,213 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $254,759 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $341,033 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $8,348,232 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $10,085,464 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $269,307 |
| Other assets | $124,626 |
| Total assets | $25,005,212 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $1,474,400 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $237,570 |
| Tax-exempt bond liabilities | $0 |
| Escrow or custodial account liability | $0 |
| Loans and other payables to any current Officer, Director, or Controlling Person | $0 |
| Secured mortgages and notes payable | $1,113,473 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $396,705 |
| Total liabilities | $3,222,148 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $21,764,579 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $18,485 |
| Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds | $0 |
| Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, building, or equipment fund | $0 |
| Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds | $0 |
| Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $25,005,212 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Creative Works Westbrook, ME | $25,005,212 | $25,790,726 |
Chesco Inc Keene, NH | $2,760,148 | $5,603,526 |
Northern New England Employment Ser Gorham, ME | $4,291,572 | $4,499,089 |
Great Bay Services Dover, NH | $1,424,392 | $2,274,115 |
Northeast Occupational Exchange Inc Bangor, ME | $370,365 | $1,507,176 |
Easter Seals Maine Inc Manchester, NH | $0 | $280,725 |
Boots2roots Freeport, ME | $364,102 | $389,253 |
Charlie Mike Project Lincoln, ME | $100,000 | $0 |