The Autism Project
- Assets
- $660.9k
- Revenue
- $1.7m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 59
- Location
- Johnston, RI
- Founding
- 11/2000
- Data as of
- 09/2023
- EIN
- 05-0512037
Organization Overview
The Autism Project is located in Johnston, RI. The organization was established in 2000. According to its NTEE Classification (G84) the organization is classified as: Autism, under the broad grouping of Voluntary Health Associations & Medical Disciplines and related organizations. As of 09/2023, Autism Project employed 59 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Autism Project 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, Autism Project generated $1.7m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 8 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 7.0% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $1.7m during the year ending 09/2023. While expenses have increased by 6.3% 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
THE AUTISM PROJECT (TAP) IS A COMPREHENSIVE COORDINATED SYSTEM OF SERVICES AND RESOURCES FOR MEETING THE NEEDS OF CHILDREN WITH AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER (ASD) AND PROVIDING RELATED SERVICES TO THEIR FAMILIES AND THOSE WHO WORK WITH THEM IN THE RHODE ISLAND AREA.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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TAP CONNECTS PEOPLE WITH A SPECTRUM OF NEEDS TO THE TOOLS, RESOURCES, AND EDUCATION AVAILABLE TO HELP THEM LEAD INDEPENDENT AND FULFILLING LIVES. TAP PROVIDES DIRECT SERVICES WITHIN SOCIAL SKILL GROUP PROGRAMS AND A TWO-WEEK SUMMER CAMP, "CAMP WANNAGOAGAIN!", FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDERS (ASDS). TAP ALSO SERVES 250 INDIVIDUALS WITH AN ASD THROUGH A 26-WEEK PROGRAM FOR GROUPS DURING THE SCHOOL YEAR AND AN ADDITIONAL 5-WEEK SESSION, AS WELL AS TAP'S AFOREMENTIONED SUMMER CAMP. TAP OFFERS EVENTS THROUGHOUT THE YEAR FOR FAMILIES IN COLLABORATION WITH THE RHODE ISLAND CENTER FOR AUTISM RESEARCH AND TREATMENT (RICART). (SEE SCHEDULE O)
TAP EMPLOYS FAMILY SUPPORT SPECIALISTS (FSS) WHO WORK TO HELP FAMILY MEMBERS NAVIGATE THE SYSTEM OF CARE IN RHODE ISLAND. ACTIVITIES INCLUDE ONE-TO-ONE MENTORSHIP MEETINGS WHICH PROVIDE PROGRAM INFORMATION AND RESOURCES, ASSISTANCE WITH INSURANCE ISSUES, COACHING ON EDUCATIONAL CONCERNS AND ADVOCACY, AND THE PROVISION OF A SAFE PLACE TO SEEK HELP AND DISCUSS CONCERNS. A UNIQUE PROGRAM IS TAP'S GRANDPARENT SUPPORT GROUP, WHICH MEETS MONTHLY AND AVERAGES 8 ATTENDEES. TAP PROVIDES TRAINING FOR PARENTS, PROFESSIONALS, AND CAREGIVERS IN BOTH ENGLISH AND SPANISH AND MAKES SUPPORT CALLS ON SUCH TOPICS AS TOILET TRAINING, WHY ASK WHY? (POSITIVE BEHAVIOR SUPPORTS), VISUAL SUPPORT AND UNDERSTANDING ASD, AND THE PARENT TRAINING SERIES (5-WEEK PARENT COACHING MODEL). (SEE SCHEDULE O)
TAP PROVIDES MULTIPLE TRAINING SERVICES RELATED TO ASD, SOCIAL/EMOTIONAL LEARNING, AND SOCIAL SKILLS PROGRAMMING TO VARIOUS PROFESSIONALS IN RHODE ISLAND. THROUGH CUTTING-EDGE TRAINING AND WORKSHOPS, CONSULTATIONS PROVIDED IN PUBLIC AND PRIVATE CLASSROOMS, AND REGIONAL/NATIONAL SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS, TAP EDUCATES PROFESSIONALS, EDUCATORS, RELATED SUPPORT STAFF, ITINERANTS, EARLY INTERVENTION AND DAY CARE PROVIDERS, HEAD START STAFF, COMMUNITY MEMBERS, AND ANYONE WORKING TO SUPPORT PEOPLE WITH ASD AT SCHOOL, AT HOME, AND WITHIN THE COMMUNITY. TAP INTRODUCES INFORMATION AND STRATEGIES FOR EDUCATING STUDENTS WITH ASD, SOCIAL/EMOTIONAL CHALLENGES, AND RELATED COMMUNICATION DISORDERS.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Timothy J Babineau Fmr. Director | 0 | $0 | |
Arthur J Sampson Director- 1/23 | Trustee | 0.05 | $0 |
Scott Dichristofero Vpfinance-10/23 | Officer | 2 | $0 |
Joanne Quinn Pres/exec. Dir. | Officer | 40 | $85,609 |
Cristina Amedeo Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Kellie Buckley Director | Trustee | 0.75 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $119,334 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $190,762 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $390,022 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $700,118 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $1,058,199 |
| Investment income | $7 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | -$26,327 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $1,731,997 |
| 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. | $112,354 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $784,080 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $13,158 |
| Other employee benefits | $135,684 |
| Payroll taxes | $57,390 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $19,153 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $243,549 |
| Advertising and promotion | $5,423 |
| Office expenses | $3,698 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $66,144 |
| Travel | $19,357 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $6,862 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $12,641 |
| Insurance | $2,600 |
| All other expenses | $34,805 |
| Total functional expenses | $1,680,171 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $173,628 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $17,718 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $407,927 |
| 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 | $6,150 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $55,432 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $660,855 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $100,804 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $50,000 |
| 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 | $762,175 |
| Total liabilities | $912,979 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | -$252,124 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $0 |
| 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 | $660,855 |