Berkshire Community Action Council Inc
- Assets
- $2.8m
- Revenue
- $16.0m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 36
- Location
- Pittsfield, MA
- Founding
- 06/1968
- Data as of
- 09/2022
- EIN
- 04-2422074
Organization Overview
Berkshire Community Action Council Inc is located in Pittsfield, MA. The organization was established in 1968. According to its NTEE Classification (P28) the organization is classified as: Neighborhood Centers, under the broad grouping of Human Services and related organizations. As of 09/2022, Berkshire Community Action Council Inc employed 36 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Berkshire 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 09/2022, Berkshire Community Action Council Inc generated $16.0m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 7 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 8.3% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $15.9m during the year ending 09/2022. While expenses have increased by 8.4% 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:
Part 3 - Line 1
THE ORGANIZATION IS DESIGNATED THE ANTI-POVERTY COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY FOR BERKSHIRE COUNTY, MASSACHUSETTS AND ANY NEIGHBORING AREA THAT MAY BE APPROPRIATE. IT WAS FORMED FOR THE PURPOSE OF ELIMINATING POVERTY BY MOBILIZING COMMUNITY RESOURCES FOR THE CREATION OF OPPORTUNITIES IN EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EMPLOYMENT, AND FOR THE BETTERMENT OF CONDITIONS UNDER WHICH PEOPLE LIVE.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
LOW INCOME HOME ENERGY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (LIHEAP) - FEDERALLY FUNDED PROGRAM TO HELP LOW-INCOME HOUSEHOLDS WITH THEIR HEATING BILLS. THE PROGRAM BEGINS NOVEMBER 1 AND ENDS APRIL 30 EACH YEAR. ALL HEATING TYPES MAY BE ELIGIBLE FOR ASSISTANCE: OIL, PROPANE, KEROSENE, COAL, CORD WOOD, WOOD PELLETS, NATURAL GAS, ELECTRIC, AND EVEN SOME HOUSEHOLDS THAT HAVE HEAT INCLUDED IN THE RENT.
ENERGY CONSERVATION AND HEATING ASSISTANCE - THIS PROGRAM IS FUNDED WITH A COMBINATION OF FEDERAL AND UTILITY COMPANY FUNDING. THE PROGRAM IS DESIGNED TO SAVE INDIVIDUALS DOLLARS BY INCREASING THE ENERGY EFFICIENCY OF THEIR HOMES AND APARTMENTS. THE ORGANIZATION PROVIDES A COMPLETE TECHNICAL ANALYSIS OF THE PROPERTY AND A PRIORITIZED SCOPE OF WORK. QUALIFIED CONTRACTORS ARE THEN GIVEN A WORK ORDER TO PERFORM THE PERMANENT WEATHERIZATION WORK TO HIGH STANDARDS. ELIGIBLE WORK INCLUDES INSULATION, WEATHER-STRIPPING, AIR SEALING, AND OTHER MINOR REPAIRS TO SAVE ENERGY. IN SOME CASES, HEATING SYSTEMS ARE REPAIRED OR REPLACED.
COMMUNITY PROGRAMS - PROVIDE VARIOUS SERVICES SUCH AS FOOD DISTRIBUTION, ASSET DEVELOPMENT, COMMUNITY CONNECTOR PROGRAM, AND OTHER PROGRAMS TO LOW INCOME FAMILIES.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Deborah Leonczyk Executive Director | Officer | 35 | $136,475 |
Richard Alcombright President | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Barbara Proper Vice President | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Walter Oreinstein Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Michael Taylor Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Margaret Sheehan Chief Financial Officer | Officer | 16 | $0 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Jp George & Son Inc Weatherization | 9/29/22 | $164,314 |
Williams Fix It Heating & Plumbing Llc Weatherization | 9/29/22 | $117,940 |
Weider Ernest J Weatherization | 9/29/22 | $138,377 |
Mr Rooter Weatherization | 9/29/22 | $109,141 |
Hvac Technologies Weatherization | 9/29/22 | $110,109 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $12,041 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $13,535,121 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $101,333 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $13,648,495 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $2,316,453 |
| Investment income | $907 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $43,920 |
| 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 | $16,009,775 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $12,354,136 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $155,958 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $155,958 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $1,321,405 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $354,804 |
| Payroll taxes | $111,617 |
| Fees for services: Management | $84,850 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $25,400 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $580,949 |
| Advertising and promotion | $64,105 |
| Office expenses | $229,181 |
| Information technology | $23,133 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $94,566 |
| Travel | $36,120 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $30,267 |
| Interest | $2,766 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $77,152 |
| Insurance | $35,445 |
| All other expenses | $9,204 |
| Total functional expenses | $15,919,187 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $724 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $182,267 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $1,004,942 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $106,954 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $82,316 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $1,271,073 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $115,278 |
| Total assets | $2,763,554 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $669,141 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $461,568 |
| Tax-exempt bond liabilities | $0 |
| Escrow or custodial account liability | $115,278 |
| Loans and other payables to any current Officer, Director, or Controlling Person | $0 |
| Secured mortgages and notes payable | $443,395 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $0 |
| Total liabilities | $1,689,382 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $922,510 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $151,662 |
| 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 | $2,763,554 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 4 grants that Berkshire Community Action Council Inc has recieved totaling $383,695.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
The Food Bank Of Western Massachusetts Inc Hatfield, MA PURPOSE: FOOD FOR THE NEEDY | $272,206 |
The Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation Inc Sheffield, MA PURPOSE: FOR PANDEMIC RELIEF AND GENERAL PROGAMMING | $111,200 |
The Duke Energy Foundation Charlotte, NC PURPOSE: MATCHING GIFTS | $250 |
Amazonsmile Foundation Seattle, WA PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $39 |
Endowment Analysis
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Lenox Hill Neighborhood House Inc New York, NY | $47,590,223 | $25,360,828 |
Berkshire Community Action Council Inc Pittsfield, MA | $2,763,554 | $16,009,775 |
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