Worcester Community Action Council Inc is located in Worcester, MA. The organization was established in 1965. According to its NTEE Classification (P20) the organization is classified as: Human Service Organizations, under the broad grouping of Human Services and related organizations. As of 09/2023, Worcester Community Action Council Inc employed 209 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Worcester Community Action Council 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 09/2023, Worcester Community Action Council Inc generated $43.1m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 8 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 11.0% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $41.7m during the year ending 09/2023. While expenses have increased by 10.7% 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
HELPING PEOPLE MOVE TO ECONOMIC SELF-SUFFICIENCY THROUGH PROGRAMS, PARTNERSHIPS, AND ADVOCACY.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
LIHEAP - LOW INCOME HOME ENERGY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM. THE PROGRAM INCLUDES A FUEL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM THAT PROVIDES ASSISTANCE WITH WINTER HEATING BILLS FOR LOW INCOME HOMEOWNERS AND RENTERS. ENERGY ASSISTANCE PARTICIPANTS ARE SERVICED AT WCAC'S MAIN OFFICE IN WORCESTER, MA AND SIX OUTREACH SITES IN THE COUNCIL'S SERVICE AREA. WCAC PROCESSED APPLICATIONS FROM 16,473 HOUSEHOLDS IN FY 2023. WCAC OFFERS ENERGY CONSERVATION SERVICES FOR 1 TO 4 FAMILY UNIT BUILDINGS, OCCUPIED BY LOW INCOME HOUSEHOLDS, INCLUDING WEATHERIZATION, HEATING SYSTEM REPAIR AND REPLACEMENT AND APPLIANCE MANAGEMENT SERVICES. $ 17,752,347 IN FEDERAL FUNDS WAS PAID DIRECTLY TO FUEL VENDORS FOR HOME HEATING ASSISTANCE.
VARIOUS PROGRAMS SUPPORTING THE COMMUNITY WITH EDUCATION, COVID-19 RELIEF, SERVICES TO YOUNG PARENTS, HEALTHY LIVING, FINANCIAL EMPOWERMENT AND ADVOCACY SERVICES.
HEAD START AND EARLY HEAD START SERVICES IN SOUTHERN WORCESTER COUNTY OF MASSACHUSETTS FOR ELIGIBLE CHILDREN 0-5 YEARS OF AGE. HEAD START PROVIDES A DEVELOPMENTAL APPROACH TO ENABLE CHILDREN TO ACHIEVE EDUCATIONAL AND SOCIAL COMPETENCE BY PROVIDING FOR INTELLECTUAL DEVELOPMENT, PHYSICAL AND MENTAL HEALTH, NUTRITION AND OTHER FACTORS. THIS YEAR, ENROLLMENT RECOVERED FROM THE REDUCED COVID-19 LEVELS. CAPACITY IS NOW AT 60 EARLY HEAD START AND 203 HEAD START. ACTUAL ENROLLMENT AT YEAR-END WAS 244 FOR BOTH PROGRAMS, 172 HEAD START AND 72 EARLY HEAD START.
THE JOB AND EDUCATION CENTER IN FISCAL YEAR 2023 SERVED 1,132 PARTICIPANTS. THE SERVICES PROVIDED HIGH SCHOOL EQUIVALENCY TEST PREPARATION CLASSES, CAREER PATHWAY TRAINING, EMPLOYMENT PROGRAMS, POSITIVE YOUTH DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS AND OTHER WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT INITIATIVES.
Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
---|---|---|---|
Leslie Baker Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Brian Westerlind Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Dale H Allen Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Kristen Lemire Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Donald Xenos Chair | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Gladys Rodriguez Parker Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
---|---|---|
Al's Oil Service Llc Fuel & Util. Serv. | 9/29/23 | $1,870,844 |
Energy Protectors Inc Fuel & Util. Serv. | 9/29/23 | $1,075,303 |
R Fresolo Plumbingheating Fuel & Util. Serv. | 9/29/23 | $967,563 |
General Mechanical Contractors Weatherization & Heating Systems Install | 9/29/23 | $247,478 |
Universal Home Improvement Weatherization & Heating Systems Install | 9/29/23 | $227,346 |
Statement of Revenue | |
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Federated campaigns | $0 |
Membership dues | $0 |
Fundraising events | $0 |
Related organizations | $0 |
Government grants | $0 |
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $875,420 |
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $14,519 |
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $875,420 |
Total Program Service Revenue | $42,264,196 |
Investment income | $9,102 |
Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
Royalties | $0 |
Net Rental Income | $0 |
Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
Total Revenue | $43,148,718 |
Statement of Expenses | |
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Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $38,150 |
Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $20,691,896 |
Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $403,908 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $382,404 |
Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
Other salaries and wages | $7,382,399 |
Pension plan accruals and contributions | $170,923 |
Other employee benefits | $786,863 |
Payroll taxes | $769,474 |
Fees for services: Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Legal | $6,472 |
Fees for services: Accounting | $45,500 |
Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Other | $0 |
Advertising and promotion | $21,463 |
Office expenses | $128,879 |
Information technology | $115,404 |
Royalties | $0 |
Occupancy | $526,016 |
Travel | $51,855 |
Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $23,568 |
Interest | $4,879 |
Payments to affiliates | $0 |
Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $188,568 |
Insurance | $104,140 |
All other expenses | $272,044 |
Total functional expenses | $41,739,131 |
Balance Sheet | |
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Cash—non-interest-bearing | $2,723,288 |
Savings and temporary cash investments | $339,756 |
Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
Accounts receivable, net | $4,532,522 |
Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
Inventories for sale or use | $0 |
Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $181,179 |
Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $2,520,237 |
Investments—publicly traded securities | $70,376 |
Investments—other securities | $0 |
Investments—program-related | $0 |
Intangible assets | $0 |
Other assets | $4,156,689 |
Total assets | $14,524,047 |
Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $950,385 |
Grants payable | $0 |
Deferred revenue | $1,696,504 |
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 | $4,411,719 |
Total liabilities | $7,058,608 |
Net assets without donor restrictions | $6,784,542 |
Net assets with donor restrictions | $680,897 |
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 | $14,524,047 |
Over the last fiscal year, Worcester Community Action Council Inc has awarded $67,120 in support to 3 organizations.
Grant Recipient | Amount |
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MAKING OPPORTUNITY COUNT PURPOSE: SUBRECIPIENT | $60,904 |
PLUMLEY VILLAGETHE COMMUNITY BUILDERS INC PURPOSE: SUBRECIPIENT | $3,108 |
WORCESTER STATE UNIVERSITY PURPOSE: SUBRECIPIENT | $3,108 |