The Connection Inc
- Assets
- $7.4m
- Revenue
- $41.0m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 477
- Location
- Middletown, CT
- Founding
- 04/1978
- Data as of
- 06/2021
- EIN
- 06-0886125
Organization Overview
The Connection Inc is located in Middletown, CT. The organization was established in 1978. According to its NTEE Classification (F22) the organization is classified as: Substance Abuse Treatment, under the broad grouping of Mental Health & Crisis Intervention and related organizations. As of 06/2021, Connection Inc employed 477 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Connection 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 06/2021, Connection Inc generated $41.0m in total revenue. The organization has seen a slow decline revenue. Over the past 6 years, revenues have fallen by an average of (2.3%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $40.9m during the year ending 06/2021. As we would expect to see with falling revenues, expenses have declined by (2.4%) per year over the past 6 years. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Since 2017, Connection Inc has awarded 53 individual grants totaling $10,194,809. If you would like to learn more about the grant giving history of this organization, scroll down to the grant profile section of this page.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2021
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
BUILDING SAFE, HEALTHY, CARING COMMUNITIES AND INSPIRING PEOPLE TO REACH THEIR FULL POTENTIAL AS PRODUCTIVE AND VALUED CITIZENS. FOR MORE INFORMATION ON OTHER PROGRAMS OF THE CONNECTION, INC - CALL 860-343-5500 OR VISIT THE WEBSITE AT WWW.THECONNECTIONINC.ORG
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
SUPPORTIVE HOUSING: SUPPORTIVE HOUSING HAS BEEN PROVEN IN NATIONAL STUDIES TO EFFECTIVELY ADDRESS CHRONIC HOMELESSNESS AND SAVE CITIZENS MONEY BY REDUCING OR ELIMINATING FAR MORE EXPENSIVE ALTERNATIVES, LIKE HOSPITALIZATIONS, PRISON TIME AND SHELTER STAYS. THE SUPPORTIVE HOUSING FOR FAMILIES PROGRAM WORKS CLOSELY WITH THE CONNECTICUT DEPARTMENT OF CHILDREN AND FAMILIES TO REUNITE AND KEEP FAMILIES TOGETHER THROUGH APPROPRIATE HOUSING. OTHER SCATTERED-SITE SUPPORTIVE HOUSING PROGRAMS ASSIST BOTH INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES WHO HAVE SUFFERED FROM A DISABILITY OR FROM CHRONIC HOMELESSNESS TO LIVE INDEPENDENTLY AND WITH DIGNITY.
COMMUNITY JUSTICE: THE CONNECTION, INC. HAS LONG BEEN ONE OF CONNECTICUT'S RECOGNIZED LEADERS IN IMPROVING COMMUNITY SAFETY AND JUSTICE BY HELPING THOSE INVOLVED IN THE CRIMINAL JUSTICE SYSTEM BECOME PRODUCTIVE AND VALUED CITIZENS. STARTING WITH THE ORIGINAL PROGRAM, CONNECTION HOUSE, ONE OF THE FIRST HALFWAY HOUSES IN THE STATE, TO THE MOST RECENT, A UNIQUE SCATTERED SITE APARTMENT PROGRAM FOR PEOPLE LEAVING PRISON, THE ORGANIZATION HAS PROVIDED THE NECESSARY RESIDENTIAL, REHABILITATION, AND SUPERVISORY SERVICES TO HELP PEOPLE TURN AROUND THEIR LIVES. WORKING CLOSELY WITH ITS FUNDERS AND SERVICE PARTNERS, THE ORGANIZATION HAS UTILIZED PROVEN STATE-OF-THE-ART COGNITIVE BEHAVIORAL TREATMENT APPROACHES TO SUCCESSFULLY REDUCE CRIMINAL RECIDIVISM.
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: ADDICTION AND MENTAL HEALTH ISSUES ARE AT THE HEART OF MANY PROBLEMS THE CONNECTION, INC. ADDRESSES. THE ORGANIZATION OPERATES FIVE FREE STANDING OUTPATIENT BEHAVIORAL HEALTH CLINICS, AND DELIVERS EMPIRICALLY-VALIDATED PSYCHOSOCIAL REHABILITATION APPROACHES AT ALL OF ITS PROGRAMS. IN SO DOING, THE ORGANIZATION DELIVERS A PREVENTATIVE APPROACH TO THE PROBLEMS OF ADDICTION AND STRESS, AND PROVIDES OPPORTUNITIES FOR HOPE AND RECOVERY TO ALL ITS CLIENTS.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Kathy Savino Chief Program Officer | Officer | 46 | $170,769 |
Patrick Fallon Director Of Community Just | 27 | $126,523 | |
Alison Friar Director Of Clinical Devel | 27 | $113,500 | |
Lisa Dematteis-Lepore Ceo/president | OfficerTrustee | 27 | $0 |
Karen Buckley Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 3 | $0 |
Raymond Bovich Chair | OfficerTrustee | 3 | $0 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Antique & Home Furnishings Llc Purchase Client's Furniture | 6/29/21 | $296,970 |
29 Annawan Street Llc Client Housing | 6/29/21 | $114,535 |
Bob's Discount Furniture Purchase Client's Furniture | 6/29/21 | $297,504 |
The Access Agency Inc Contracted Services | 6/29/21 | $158,310 |
Bhcare Inc Contracted Services/family Service Contr | 6/29/21 | $213,438 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $47,839 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $38,424,649 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $226,762 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $38,699,250 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $2,303,447 |
| Investment income | $0 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $18,469 |
| 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 | $41,021,166 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $1,772,766 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $6,238,748 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $653,477 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $13,770,528 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $2,594,159 |
| Payroll taxes | $1,459,215 |
| Fees for services: Management | $5,394,018 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $17,673 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $0 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $2,483,769 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $0 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $3,266,377 |
| Travel | $359,305 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $369,515 |
| Insurance | $533,264 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $40,860,912 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $2,753,969 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $660,743 |
| 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 | $880,345 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $3,052,320 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $10,500 |
| Total assets | $7,357,877 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $3,638,413 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $621,919 |
| 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 | $3,608,316 |
| Total liabilities | $7,868,648 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | -$510,771 |
| 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 | $7,357,877 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, The Connection Inc has awarded $1,772,766 in support to 10 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
FAMILY AND CHILDREN'S AGENCY PURPOSE: PROGRAM ASSISTANCE | $360,500 |
Plainville, CT PURPOSE: PROGRAM ASSISTANCE | $270,428 |
FELLOWSHIP PLACE INC PURPOSE: PROGRAM ASSISTANCE | $262,396 |
BH CARE PURPOSE: PROGRAM ASSISTANCE | $224,987 |
Willimantic, CT PURPOSE: PROGRAM ASSISTANCE | $224,690 |
Waterbury, CT PURPOSE: PROGRAM ASSISTANCE | $216,300 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 9 grants that The Connection Inc has recieved totaling $88,800.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Middlesex United Way Inc Middletown, CT PURPOSE: AFFORDABLE HOUSING | $32,108 |
United Way Of Greater New Haven Inc New Haven, CT PURPOSE: HOMELESS SHELTER ASSISTANCE | $23,581 |
American Online Giving Foundation Inc Newark, DE PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $19,736 |
Network For Good Inc Washington, DC PURPOSE: UNRESTRICTED | $5,275 |
Liberty Bank Foundation Middletown, CT PURPOSE: TO SUPPORT BASIC NEEDS AT THE EDDY SHELTER | $5,000 |
City Missionary Association Of New Woodbridge, CT PURPOSE: GENERAL OPERATING USES | $2,000 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Helio Health Inc Syracuse, NY | $72,770,323 | $84,614,502 |
Puerto Rican Orgnz To Motivate Enlighten & Serve Addicts Inc Bronx, NY | $96,919,355 | $79,584,077 |
The Connection Inc Middletown, CT | $7,357,877 | $41,021,166 |
Fortune Society Inc Long Island City, NY | $19,683,060 | $41,268,534 |
Vocational Instruction Project Community Services Inc Bronx, NY | $67,586,473 | $41,799,311 |
Palladia Inc New York, NY | $12,909,216 | $37,934,370 |
Rushford Center Inc Meriden, CT | $17,459,566 | $30,918,897 |
Odyssey House Inc New York, NY | $54,299,421 | $30,044,456 |
Gosnold Inc Falmouth, MA | $11,214,398 | $30,130,611 |
Start Treatment & Recovery Centers Inc Brooklyn, NY | $64,939,677 | $26,462,525 |
Gateway Healthcare Inc Providence, RI | $13,387,913 | $29,233,767 |
High Watch Recovery Center Inc Kent, CT | $58,339,466 | $32,591,773 |