Charles River Association For Retarded Citizens Inc, operating under the name The Charles River Center, is located in Needham, MA. The organization was established in 1958. According to its NTEE Classification (P82) the organization is classified as: Developmentally Disabled Centers, under the broad grouping of Human Services and related organizations. As of 06/2021, Charles River Center employed 625 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Charles River Center 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 06/2021, Charles River Center generated $30.2m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 6 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 3.4% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $27.4m during the year ending 06/2021. While expenses have increased by 3.1% per year over the past 6 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
2021
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
TO EMPOWER AND SUPPORT PEOPLE WITH DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES BY OFFERING HIGH-QUALITY, INDIVIDUALIZED OPPORTUNITIES THAT FOSTER INDEPENDENCE AND COMMUNITY INCLUSION. WE PROVIDE DAY, RESIDENTIAL AND EDUCATIONAL SERVICES. WE FOCUS ON DEVELOPING AN INDIVIDUAL'S INDEPENDENCE, POSITIVE SELF-IMAGE AND COMMUNITY INTEGRATION BY OFFERING A VARIETY OF VOCATIONAL, SOCIAL, THERAPEUTIC AND RECREATIONAL OPTIONS.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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DAY SERVICES - THE DAY SERVICES CONSIST OF EMPLOYMENT SERVICES AND THERAPEUTIC DAY SERVICES. OUR EMPLOYMENT SERVICES ENCOURAGE INDIVIDUALS TO EXPLORE CAREER INTERESTS AND DEVELOP JOB SKILLS. ASSISTED BY JOB COACHES, MANY PARTICIPANTS ARE PLACED INDIVIDUALLY OR AS A MEMBER OF A CREW IN JOBS WITHIN A VARIETY OF COMMUNITY BUSINESSES. JOB TRAINING AND EMPLOYMENT ARE AT THE FOREFRONT BUT INDIVIDUALS ALSO VOLUNTEER IN THE COMMUNITY, EXERCISE AT THE YMCA, PARTICIPATE IN OUR HORTICULTURAL PROGRAM,TAKE COMPUTER AND COOKING CLASSES AND TAKE PART IN OTHER MEANINGFUL ACTIVITIES. OUR THERAPEUTIC DAY SERVICES ARE AVAILABLE TO ADULTS WITH COMPLEX NEEDS; THESE PROGRAMS OFFER PHYSICAL, OCCUPATIONAL, SPEECH AND MUSIC THERAPIES, WITH FULL-TIME NURSING SUPERVISION. PARTICIPANTS FOCUS ON MAXIMIZING DAILY LIVING SKILLS, VOLUNTEERISM AND ENGAGING ACTIVITIES SUCH AS COOKING, COMPUTER USE, MUSIC, ARTS AND CRAFTS AND FITNESS.
RESIDENTIAL SERVICES - THE CHARLES RIVER CENTER PROVIDES HOUSING TO ADULTS WITH DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES. WE HAVE 22 RESIDENCES IN 8 DIFFERENT COMMUNITIES. ASSISTANCE VARIES FROM INTENSIVE STAFFING FOR SOME RESIDENCES TO INTERMITTENT ASSISTANCE FOR INDIVIDUALS LIVING IN THEIR OWN APARTMENTS. INDIVIDUALS ARE ASSISTED WITH MEAL PREPARATION, PERSONAL CARE AND HYGIENE AND SOCIAL SKILL DEVELOPMENT. ALL INDIVIDUALS ARE ENCOURAGED TO DEVELOP FRIENDSHIPS IN THEIR NEIGHBORHOODS AND TO PARTICIPATE IN COMMUNITY EVENTS.
FAMILY SUPPORT - THIS DIVISION OFFERS A BROAD RANGE OF RECREATIONAL PROGRAMS, ADVOCACY SERVICES, SEMINARS AND A MULTITUDE OF RESOURCES TO PARTICIPATING FAMILIES. FROM AFTER SCHOOL AND VACATION PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN TO EXTENDED DAY RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES FOR ADULTS TO THE ELLIE BLOOM OLYMPICS FOR ALL. FAMILY SUPPORT EMPOWERS FAMILIES WITH INFORMATION, HELPS THEM NETWORK WITH COMMUNITY RESOURCES AND PROVIDES SUPPORT AND RELIEF FROM THE CONSTANT CARE REQUIRED BY A CHILD OR ADULT WITH A DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITY.
Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
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Anne-Marie Bajwa President And CEO | Officer | 34 | $264,321 |
Joy Reed COO | Officer | 34 | $172,453 |
Anna Brodziak CFO | Officer | 34 | $144,946 |
John Grugan Former President | Officer | 5 | $35,483 |
Alice Taylor Chair | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Richard Zimbone Vice Chair | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
---|---|---|
All Tech Networking Llc Dba Prosper-it It Consultants | 6/29/21 | $379,239 |
N&t Auto Repair Llc Auto Mechanic | 6/29/21 | $158,567 |
Diversified Enterprises Landscaping | 6/29/21 | $150,567 |
Ukg Inc Payroll Service | 6/29/21 | $102,880 |
Statement of Revenue | |
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Federated campaigns | $9,612 |
Membership dues | $0 |
Fundraising events | $161,213 |
Related organizations | $0 |
Government grants | $26,697,731 |
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $253,173 |
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $27,121,729 |
Total Program Service Revenue | $2,732,420 |
Investment income | $339,342 |
Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
Royalties | $0 |
Net Rental Income | $0 |
Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
Net Income from Fundraising Events | -$27,619 |
Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
Total Revenue | $30,217,489 |
Statement of Expenses | |
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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. | $569,708 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $405,300 |
Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
Other salaries and wages | $16,431,829 |
Pension plan accruals and contributions | $51,575 |
Other employee benefits | $2,840,941 |
Payroll taxes | $1,348,544 |
Fees for services: Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Legal | $3,135 |
Fees for services: Accounting | $72,400 |
Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
Fees for services: Fundraising | $15,000 |
Fees for services: Investment Management | $12,000 |
Fees for services: Other | $982,343 |
Advertising and promotion | $0 |
Office expenses | $0 |
Information technology | $0 |
Royalties | $0 |
Occupancy | $1,414,082 |
Travel | $67,410 |
Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 |
Interest | $141,036 |
Payments to affiliates | $0 |
Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $721,318 |
Insurance | $0 |
All other expenses | $428,938 |
Total functional expenses | $27,382,654 |
Balance Sheet | |
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Cash—non-interest-bearing | $919,353 |
Savings and temporary cash investments | $6,176,463 |
Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
Accounts receivable, net | $3,028,387 |
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 | $285,406 |
Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $13,155,194 |
Investments—publicly traded securities | $17,578,792 |
Investments—other securities | $0 |
Investments—program-related | $0 |
Intangible assets | $0 |
Other assets | $1,549,816 |
Total assets | $42,693,411 |
Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $2,466,418 |
Grants payable | $0 |
Deferred revenue | $0 |
Tax-exempt bond liabilities | $3,990,979 |
Escrow or custodial account liability | $0 |
Loans and other payables to any current Officer, Director, or Controlling Person | $0 |
Secured mortgages and notes payable | $958,400 |
Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
Other liabilities | $0 |
Total liabilities | $7,415,797 |
Net assets without donor restrictions | $34,841,712 |
Net assets with donor restrictions | $435,902 |
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 | $42,693,411 |
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 4 grants that Charles River Association For Retarded Citizens Inc has recieved totaling $29,802.
Awarding Organization | Amount |
---|---|
National Exchange Club Needham, MA PURPOSE: SUPPORT FOR THE ORGANIZATION PRINCIPALLY FROM THE GOLF TOURNAMENT | $18,350 |
American Online Giving Foundation Inc Newark, DE PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $5,772 |
Schwab Charitable Fund San Francisco, CA PURPOSE: HEALTH | $5,180 |
Equitable Foundation Inc New York, NY PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $500 |
Beg. Balance | $45,000 |
Ending Balance | $45,000 |
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Lifetime Assistance Incorporated Rochester, NY | $48,718,996 | $89,182,117 |
Adults And Children With Learning And Developmental Disabilities Inc Bethpage, NY | $86,914,648 | $85,096,870 |
Advance Care Alliance Of Ny Inc New York, NY | $47,978,523 | $95,257,742 |
Nysarc Inc Kingston, NY | $57,449,352 | $82,380,480 |