Cascade Connections
- Assets
- $7.2m
- Revenue
- $16.4m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 415
- Location
- Ferndale, WA
- Founding
- 03/1978
- Data as of
- 12/2023
- EIN
- 91-1017868
Organization Overview
Cascade Connections is located in Ferndale, WA. The organization was established in 1978. According to its NTEE Classification (P73) the organization is classified as: Group Homes, under the broad grouping of Human Services and related organizations. As of 12/2023, Cascade Connections employed 415 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Cascade Connections 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 12/2023, Cascade Connections generated $16.4m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 5 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 13.4% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $16.4m during the year ending 12/2023. While expenses have increased by 13.5% per year over the past 5 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
CASCADE CONNECTIONS EMPOWERS THE DEVELOPMENTALLY DISABLED WITH AN ARRAY OF SERVICES TO SUPPORT THEM IN LIVING LIFE AS INDEPENDENTLY AS POSSIBLE AND EXERCISING THEIR HUMAN RIGHTS. THIS IS DONE THROUGH SERVICES OF RESIDENTIAL LIVING, VOCATIONAL SERVICES AND TRAINING.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
RESIDENTIAL AND HOME CARE SERVICES - CASCADE CONNECTIONS RESIDENTIAL SERVICES PROVIDE A WIDE RANGE OF SERVICES FROM A FEW HOURS PER WEEK TO 24-HOUR CARE. SUPPORTS INCLUDE DAILY LIVING SKILLS, PERSONAL CARE, SHOPPING MEDICAL APPOINTMENTS, RESPITE SERVICES, AND MORE AS THE INDIVIDUAL REQUIRES. CUSTOMERS ARE REFERRED TO CASCADE CONNECTIONS THROUGH THE DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES ADMINISTRATION AS WELL AS THE AGING AND ADULT SERVICES BOTH ARE SUB-DEPARTMENTS OF THE WASHINGTON STATE DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL AND HEALTH SERVICES. CASCADE CONNECTIONS ALSO ACCEPTS INDIVIDUALS ON A PRIVATE PAY BASIS. CUSTOMERS RANGE GREATLY IN AGE AS WELL AS REQUIREMENTS FOR SERVICE.
VOCATIONAL SERVICES - CASCADE CONNECTIONS VOCATIONAL DEPARTMENT SERVES A RANGE OF INDIVIDUALS FROM TRANSITIONING STUDENTS COMING OUT OF HIGH SCHOOL AGED 21 YEARS TO THOSE APPROACHING RETIREMENT SOME OF WHOM ARE OVER 70 YEARS OF AGE. THE CUSTOMERS OF CASCADE CONNECTIONS ARE REFERRED TO US THROUGH THE DIVISION OF VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES ADMINISTRATION DEPARTMENT OF SERVICES FOR THE BLIND ALL OF WHICH FALL UNDER THE WASHINGTON STATE DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL AND HEALTH SERVICES. ADDITIONALLY, MANY ARE REFERRED TO US FROM FOUNDATIONAL COMMUNITY SUPPORT SERVICE GROUPS. CASCADE CONNECTIONS SERVES A WIDE VARIETY OF INDIVIDUALS WHO HAVE A VARIETY OF SKILLS AND ABILITIES AS WELL AS SUPPORT NEEDS. CASCADE CONNECTIONS WORKS WITH HUNDREDS OF LOCAL BUSINESSES THROUGHOUT WHATCOM COUNTY ASSISTING THEM TO INCREASE THE DIVERSITY IN THEIR WORKFORCE. CASCADE CONNECTIONS OFFERS INFORMATION TO EMPLOYERS, SETS UP INFORMATIONAL AND WORKING INTERVIEWS, NEGOTIATES REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS WHEN NEEDED, AND PROVIDE ON-SITE TRAINING.
TRAINING SERVICES - CASCADE CONNECTIONS TRAINING DEPARTMENT, CREATED IN 2012, OFFERS MANY CLASSES TO CASCADE CONNECTIONS STAFF, OTHER ORGANIZATIONS, COMMUNITY MEMBERS, AND FAMILIES. CLASSES INCLUDE ORIENTATION AND SAFETY, CPR, FIRST AID, RIGHT RESPONSE, DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES, CORE POPULATION-SPECIFIC TRAININGS, AND CONTINUING EDUCATION COURSES FOR PROFESSIONALS. ADDITIONALLY, THE CASCADE CONNECTIONS TRAINING SITE SERVES PROMETRIC'S HOME CARE AIDE TESTING ON SITE AT OUR TRAINING CENTER ON DESIGNATED TESTING DATES. CASCADE CONNECTIONS HAVE BEEN ABLE TO CREATE CUSTOMIZED TRAINING, INCLUDING ONLINE TRAINING TO MEET THE NEEDS OF OUR CUSTOMERS AND OUR COMMUNITY.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Scott Duffey President | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Scott Lindsey Vice President | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Larry Stegink Vicar | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Mark Hildebrand Board Member | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Gary Mcgill Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Shara Davis Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $19,379 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $68,626 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $88,005 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $16,154,759 |
| Investment income | $160,968 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| 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 | $16,409,918 |
| 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. | $210,275 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $210,275 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $12,015,797 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $163,977 |
| Other employee benefits | $941,903 |
| Payroll taxes | $1,187,568 |
| Fees for services: Management | $152,546 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $8,848 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $105,559 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $216,435 |
| Advertising and promotion | $17,576 |
| Office expenses | $84,400 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $448,106 |
| Travel | $70,976 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $99,819 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $60,137 |
| Insurance | $82,647 |
| All other expenses | $7,374 |
| Total functional expenses | $16,398,652 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $2,237,620 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $608,331 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $1,669,937 |
| 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 | $136,041 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $459,184 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $2,054,662 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $1,920 |
| Other assets | $49,879 |
| Total assets | $7,217,574 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $1,435,322 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $44,598 |
| Total liabilities | $1,479,920 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $5,737,654 |
| 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 | $7,217,574 |