Carroll Center For The Blind Inc
- Assets
- $12.3m
- Revenue
- $7.9m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 137
- Location
- Newton, MA
- Founding
- 06/1956
- Data as of
- 06/2022
- EIN
- 04-2106173
Organization Overview
Carroll Center For The Blind Inc is located in Newton, MA. The organization was established in 1956. According to its NTEE Classification (G41) the organization is classified as: Eye Diseases, Blindness & Vision Impairments, under the broad grouping of Voluntary Health Associations & Medical Disciplines and related organizations. As of 06/2022, Carroll Center For The Blind Inc employed 137 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Carroll Center For The Blind Inc 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 06/2022, Carroll Center For The Blind Inc generated $7.9m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 7 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 2.9% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $7.2m during the year ending 06/2022. While expenses have increased by 0.3% per year over the past 7 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
2022
Describe the Organization's Mission:
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THE MISSION OF THE CARROLL CENTER FOR THE BLIND IS TO EMPOWER THOSE WHO ARE BLIND AND VISUALLY IMPAIRED TO ACHIEVE INDEPENDENCE AND LEAD A FULFILLING LIFE. ESTABLISHED IN 1936, THE CARROLL CENTER SERVES THE BLIND AND VISUALLY IMPAIRED PEOPLE OF ALL AGES BY PROVIDING REHABILITATION, SKILLS TRAINING, AND EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES TO ACHIEVE INDEPENDENCE, SELF-SUFFICIENCY, AND SELF-FULFILLMENT AND BY EDUCATING OUR COMMUNITIES REGARDING THE POTENTIAL OF PERSONS WHO ARE BLIND AND VISUALLY IMPAIRED. FOR OVER 80 YEARS, THE CENTER HAS PIONEERED INNOVATIVE SERVICES FOR THE BLIND AND VISUALLY IMPAIRED BY DEVELOPING METHODS FOR PEOPLE WITH LOW VISION TO LEARN THE SKILLS TO BE INDEPENDENT IN THEIR HOMES, CLASS SETTINGS, WORK PLACES, AND PREPARING THEM FOR DIVERSE OPPORTUNITIES FOR SUCCESS AND INDEPENDENT LIVING.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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REHABILITATION TRAINING PROGRAMS: VISION REHABILITATION PROGRAMS ARE DESIGNED IN A RESIDENTIAL SETTING FOR ADULTS WHO HAVE HAD A SIGNIFICANT LOSS OF VISION. THESE INTENSIVE PROGRAMS PROVIDE TRAINING AND SUPPORT TO ENCOURAGE THE PHYSICAL AND EMOTIONAL ADJUSTMENTS NEEDED TO LIVE WITH BLINDNESS/LOW VISION AS WELL AS TO DEVELOP DAILY LIVING SKILLS, VOCATIONAL READINESS, AND COMPUTER PROFICIENCIES TO LIVE INDEPENDENT AND FULFILLING LIVES AND OBTAIN JOBS. SUMMER PROGRAMS ARE HELD FOR TEENAGERS AND YOUNG ADULTS TO DEVELOP THE SKILLS TO TRANSITION TO ADULTHOOD AND ACHIEVE INDEPENDENCE. 95 INDIVIDUAL CLIENTS RECEIVED 735 WEEKS OF SERVICE IN FISCAL 2022.
EDUCATIONAL SERVICE PROGRAMS: THE CENTER PROVIDES SERVICES TO CHILDREN WHO HAVE LOW VISION OR ARE BLIND AND ATTEND PUBLIC, PRIVATE, OR CHARTER SCHOOLS IN THEIR COMMUNITY. THE CENTER'S TEACHERS WORK WITH LOCAL EDUCATORS IN PROVIDING INSTRUCTION IN BRAILLE, ADAPTIVE TECHNOLOGY TRAINING, LEARNING-MEDIA ASSESSMENTS, ALTERNATIVE MATERIALS, AND OVERALL ACCESS TO THE CURRICULUM. SUMMER AND WEEKEND PROGRAMS ARE PROVIDED TO HELP CHILDREN DEVELOP BLINDNESS SKILLS, SOCIALIZE WITH OTHERS, AND FURTHER THEIR INDEPENDENCE. 486 SCHOOL-AGED CHILDREN RECEIVED 15,940 HOURS OF SPECIALIZED INSTRUCTION IN FISCAL 2022.
OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES: 1) TECHNOLOGY TRAINING PROGRAMS INCLUDE A FULL SPECTRUM OF INSTRUCTION-FROM NOVICE TO EXPERT-TO HELP PREPARE PEOPLE WHO ARE BLIND OR VISUALLY IMPAIRED OF ALL AGES TO USE TECHNOLOGY PROFICIENTLY. 2) COMMUNITY-BASED INSTRUCTORS TEACH SAFE TRAVEL SKILLS TO INDIVIDUALS OF ALL AGES IN THEIR HOMES, COMMUNITIES, JOBSITES, AND ON PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION AND COLLEGE CAMPUSES. 3) LOW VISION THERAPISTS PROVIDE OUTPATIENT ASSESSMENTS AND TRAINING TO SUPPORT THE USE OF REMAINING VISION WITH MAGNIFICATION, LIGHTING, AND DISTANCE-VIEWING DEVICES.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Greg Donnelly President & CEO | Officer | 37.5 | $313,036 |
Edward Moller Chief Financial Officer | Officer | 37.5 | $121,923 |
Dina Rosenbaum Chief Program Officer | 37.5 | $110,540 | |
Nancy Sharon Director Of Education & Co | 37.5 | $109,112 | |
Peter Chinetti Board Member/treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Rosellen Sullivan Board Member/secretary | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Glendale Senior Dining Food Service | 6/29/22 | $214,491 |
Vision Philanthropy Group Fundraising | 6/29/22 | $110,822 |
Storm Works Roofing & Restoration Contractor | 6/29/22 | $106,563 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $527,220 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $2,161,920 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $64,432 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $2,689,140 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $4,993,123 |
| Investment income | $24,496 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | -$42,896 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $145,008 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $44,590 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $7,857,415 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $4,305 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $650,192 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $420,082 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $4,007,587 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $63,342 |
| Other employee benefits | $453,962 |
| Payroll taxes | $334,124 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $12,633 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $36,610 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $280,930 |
| Advertising and promotion | $5,075 |
| Office expenses | $148,955 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $677,452 |
| Travel | $163,241 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $10,134 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $49,086 |
| Insurance | $42,001 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $7,224,751 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $835,062 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $2,008,187 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $288,843 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $772,459 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $91,693 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $165,900 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $3,480,369 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $3,960,390 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $670,561 |
| Total assets | $12,273,464 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $602,502 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $7,050 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $115,057 |
| Total liabilities | $724,609 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $10,098,067 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $1,450,788 |
| 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 | $12,273,464 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 3 grants that Carroll Center For The Blind Inc has recieved totaling $20,000.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Csp Charitable Foundation Boston, MA PURPOSE: CHARITABLE | $10,000 |
Mark P & Joyce A Davis Char Tr Dallas, TX PURPOSE: UNRESTRICTED GENERAL | $5,000 |
Mutual One Charitable Foundation Framingham, MA PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $5,000 |
Endowment Analysis
| Beg. Balance | $2,542,728 |
| Earnings | -$35,724 |
| Net Contributions | $67,591 |
| Ending Balance | $2,574,595 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Central Association For The Blind Inc Utica, NY | $109,170,090 | $29,734,150 |
Help Me See Inc New York, NY | $19,214,476 | $10,645,752 |
Carroll Center For The Blind Inc Newton, MA | $12,273,464 | $7,857,415 |
Northeastern Association Of The Blind At Albany Inc Albany, NY | $6,246,704 | $6,313,158 |
Eye To Eye Inc New York, NY | $3,187,260 | $4,382,588 |
Jbi International Inc New York, NY | $25,677,529 | $3,230,233 |
Vermont Association For The Blind And Visually Impaired Inc South Burlington, VT | $11,330,478 | $4,815,693 |
New Hampshire Association For The Blind Concord, NH | $13,968,275 | $3,346,181 |
Glaucoma Foundation Inc New York, NY | $12,951,160 | $4,297,114 |
Readers Digest Partners For Sight Foundation Mt Kisco, NY | $12,659,524 | $1,861,545 |
Xavier Society For The Blind New York, NY | $18,344,454 | $1,590,017 |
Fred Hollows Foundation Usa New York, NY | $419,827 | $1,406,543 |