North Central Sight Services Inc is located in Williamsport, PA. The organization was established in 1957. According to its NTEE Classification (P86) the organization is classified as: Blind & Visually Impaired Centers, under the broad grouping of Human Services and related organizations. As of 12/2021, North Central Sight Services Inc employed 69 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. North Central Sight Services 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 12/2021, North Central Sight Services Inc generated $11.0m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 7 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 1.2% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $10.2m during the year ending 12/2021. 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
CREATE SUSTAINABLE, PERSON-CENTERED PROGRAMS, AND EMPLOYMENT THAT ENHANCE INDEPENDENCE FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH UNIQUE VISUAL CAPABILITIES. WE FOSTER POSITIVE CHANGE, AWARENESS, AND ADVOCACY WHILE REMOVING BARRIERS
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
PROGRAM SERVICES - TO PROVIDE ADJUSTMENT TO BLINDNESS TRAINING AND SUPPORT SERVICES FOR PEOPLE WHO ARE LOSING THEIR SIGHT TO LIVE INDEPENDENTLY IN THEIR OWN HOME. THIS IS ACCOMPLISHED BY OFFERING A VARIETY OF ADJUSTMENTS TO BLINDNESS SERVICES DEFINED BY THE UNIQUE NEEDS OF THE INDIVIDUAL SUFFERING FROM VISION LOSS. OUR SCREENING AND EDUCATION PROGRAMS ARE DESIGNED TO EDUCATE THE PUBLIC ABOUT GOOD EYE HEALTH AND SAFETY, CONDUCT VISION SCREENINGS DESIGNED TO DETECT SYMPTOMS THAT MAY INDICATE VISION PROBLEMS IN CHILDREN AND ADULTS AND PREVENT THE NEEDLESS LOSS OF VISION. OUR REMEDIAL EYE CARE PROGRAM ASSISTS CUSTOMERS TO PURCHASE DISCOUNTED EYEWEAR AND OBTAIN AN EYE EXAMINATION. OUR FICTIONAL VISION CLINIC PROVIDES SPECIALIZED SERVICES TO LOW INCOME CHILDREN.
EMPLOYMENT- BLIND AND VISUALLY IMPAIRED ASSOCIATES ARE PROVIDED WITH A VARIETY OF QUALITY EMPLOYMENT OPTIONS, PAID SIGNIFICANTLY ABOVE MINIMUM WAGE WHILE RECEIVING THE SAME BENEFIT PACKAGE AS OUR PROFESSIONAL STAFF ASSOCIATES. OUR MOST IMPORTANT GOAL IS TO CREATE A WORK ENVIORNMENT THAT HELPS PROMOTE A POSITIVE IMAGE OF PEOPLE WHO ARE BLIND AND BOOST SELF-ESTEEM. OUR GOAL IS TO MAXIMIZE THE INDIVIDUAL'S CAPABILITY AND WHERE POSSIBLE, PROMOTE FROM WITHIN.
COMMERCIAL BUSINESS - TO PROVIDE SALES, CUSTOMER SERVICE, AND MARKETING SUPPORT TO EXTERNAL AND INTERNAL CUSTOMERS, EDUCATING THEM ABOUT SERVICES, PROJECTS, AND THE MISSION OF THE ORGANIZATION.
Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
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Brian Patchett President/ceo | Officer | 40 | $165,792 |
Mike Bridgham Vice Chair | OfficerTrustee | 1.5 | $0 |
Aron Carter Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 1.5 | $0 |
Daniel Velte Immediate Past Board Chair | OfficerTrustee | 1.5 | $0 |
Jessica Harlow Chair | OfficerTrustee | 1.5 | $0 |
Vince Matteo Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 1.5 | $0 |
Statement of Revenue | |
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Federated campaigns | $31,968 |
Membership dues | $0 |
Fundraising events | $0 |
Related organizations | $0 |
Government grants | $575,610 |
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $514,063 |
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $1,121,641 |
Total Program Service Revenue | $8,996,564 |
Investment income | $88,045 |
Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
Royalties | $0 |
Net Rental Income | $0 |
Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $811,013 |
Net Income from Fundraising Events | $24,560 |
Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
Total Revenue | $11,041,823 |
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. | $207,184 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $44,545 |
Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
Other salaries and wages | $1,866,407 |
Pension plan accruals and contributions | $43,565 |
Other employee benefits | $468,928 |
Payroll taxes | $168,487 |
Fees for services: Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
Fees for services: Accounting | $39,145 |
Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Other | $285,349 |
Advertising and promotion | $54,568 |
Office expenses | $238,064 |
Information technology | $0 |
Royalties | $0 |
Occupancy | $129,544 |
Travel | $134,088 |
Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $68,354 |
Interest | $6,604 |
Payments to affiliates | $0 |
Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $132,415 |
Insurance | $0 |
All other expenses | $0 |
Total functional expenses | $10,190,230 |
Balance Sheet | |
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Cash—non-interest-bearing | $0 |
Savings and temporary cash investments | $1,735,843 |
Pledges and grants receivable | $4,022 |
Accounts receivable, net | $732,941 |
Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
Inventories for sale or use | $1,801,499 |
Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $82,080 |
Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $2,185,547 |
Investments—publicly traded securities | $4,785,267 |
Investments—other securities | $0 |
Investments—program-related | $0 |
Intangible assets | $0 |
Other assets | $763,789 |
Total assets | $12,090,988 |
Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $1,184,100 |
Grants payable | $0 |
Deferred revenue | $0 |
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 | $380,118 |
Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
Other liabilities | $0 |
Total liabilities | $1,564,218 |
Net assets without donor restrictions | $9,609,103 |
Net assets with donor restrictions | $917,667 |
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 | $12,090,988 |
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 11 grants that North Central Sight Services Inc has recieved totaling $271,617.
Awarding Organization | Amount |
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Harry Plankenhorn Foundation Inc Williamsport, PA PURPOSE: EVENTS FOR BLIND | $150,980 |
First Community Foundation Partnership Of Pennsylvania Williamsport, PA PURPOSE: HVAC SYSTEM TO ALLOW PRODUCT INVENTORY FOR A NEW REVENUE | $50,000 |
Centre County Community Foundation Inc State College, PA PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $43,040 |
Allone Charities Wilkesbarre, PA PURPOSE: GENERAL USE OF THE ORGANIZATION | $10,500 |
American Online Giving Foundation Inc Newark, DE PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $7,400 |
Abram M Snyder Foundation Inc Cogan Station, PA PURPOSE: GRANT NO RESTRICTIONS | $3,500 |
Beg. Balance | $5,196,169 |
Earnings | $958,002 |
Net Contributions | $200,000 |
Other Expense | $275,806 |
Ending Balance | $6,078,365 |
Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
---|---|---|
Helen Keller Services Brooklyn, NY | $124,201,527 | $36,076,194 |
Guiding Eyes For The Blind Inc Yorktown Heights, NY | $122,120,627 | $42,129,166 |
The Seeing Eye Inc Morristown, NJ | $385,225,116 | $33,620,552 |
Learning Ally Inc Princeton, NJ | $38,562,596 | $31,390,401 |
Association For The Blind And Visually Impaired-Goodwill Industr Rochester, NY | $38,384,000 | $14,634,022 |
Via Visually Impaired Advancement Buffalo, NY | $14,312,562 | $14,987,718 |
Keystone Blind Association Hermitage, PA | $7,368,800 | $13,832,538 |
Visions Services For The Blind And Visually Impaired New York, NY | $132,242,399 | $14,332,092 |
Cincinnati Association For The Blind Cincinnati, OH | $47,537,282 | $12,376,472 |
Cleveland Society For The Blind Cleveland, OH | $134,853,057 | $29,589,386 |
Blind Industries & Services Of Maryland Baltimore, MD | $36,482,311 | $9,322,066 |
North Central Sight Services Inc Williamsport, PA | $12,090,988 | $11,041,823 |