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Direct Center for Independence Inc

Tucson, AZ · EIN 860780046 · Form 990 · FY2021 · NTEE P82 · Human Services · Medium ($1M-$10M) · www.directilc.org
revenue
$1.3M
expenses
$1.2M
net assets
$950K
employees
20
volunteers
7
program ratio
92%
mission · from form 990

DIRECT Center for Independence, Inc. advocates voice, choice and independence for people with disabilities. Directs vision is universal access and opportunity for all people with disabilities.

profile · synthesized from sources

Direct Center for Independence Inc is a nonprofit organization based in Arizona that operates as a Center for Independent Living (CIL). Founded in 1980, it advocates for disability rights and provides support services to individuals with disabilities, promoting self-identified independent living goals through a consumer-controlled approach.

named programs · 5 · from sources

what they call their work

Accessibility Consulting
Offers consulting services to prioritize accessibility in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) plans.
Home Access Program (HAP)
Provides free home evaluations and accessibility adaptations for disabled homeowners with low- to moderate-income in Tucson and Pima County.
Linkages
Links employers with qualified candidates to ensure opportunities for individuals with disabilities and veterans.
Peer Support/Mentoring
Cultivates empowerment among individuals with disabilities through mutual support and sharing of life experiences.
Transitioning
Assists individuals in relocating from nursing facilities to the community and facilitates youth transitioning to post-secondary life.
activities · 6 groups

what they do

  • Summer and School Break Camps 5 activities
    • Home Accessibility Modifications
      Provides free home evaluations and accessibility adaptations for disabled, low- to moderate-income homeowners in Tucson and Pima County, or for those with ALTCS. Additionally, offers free home assessments and improvements for homeowners aged 62+ with low- to moderate-income in rural areas of eight counties in Southern and Central Arizona.
    • Home Accessibility Modifications
      Provides free home evaluations and accessibility adaptations for disabled, low- to moderate-income homeowners in Tucson and Pima County, or for those with ALTCS. Additionally, offers free home assessments and improvements for homeowners aged 62+ with low- to moderate-income in rural areas of eight counties in Southern and Central Arizona.
    • Home Accessibility Modifications
      Provides free home evaluations and accessibility adaptations for disabled, low- to moderate-income homeowners in Tucson and Pima County, or for those with ALTCS. Additionally, offers free home assessments and improvements for homeowners aged 62+ with low- to moderate-income in rural areas of eight counties in Southern and Central Arizona.
    • Home Accessibility Modifications for Low-Income Homeowners
      Provides free home evaluations and accessibility adaptations for disabled, low- to moderate-income homeowners in Tucson and Pima County or those with ALTCS.
    • Home Improvements for Senior Homeowners in Rural Arizona
      Provides free home assessments and improvements for homeowners aged 62+ with low- to moderate-income in rural areas of eight counties in Southern and Central Arizona.
  • Community Resource Directory Development 4 activities
    • Disability Resource Information and Referral
      Collects and maintains information on resources in Cochise, Graham, Greenlee, Pima, and Santa Cruz counties to connect individuals and families with disability-related resources.
    • Information and Referral Services
      Collects and maintains information on resources in Cochise, Graham, Greenlee, Pima, and Santa Cruz counties to connect individuals and families with disability-related resources.
    • Information and Referral Services
      Collects and maintains information on resources in Cochise, Graham, Greenlee, Pima, and Santa Cruz counties to connect individuals and families with disability-related resources.
    • Information and Referral Services
      Collects and maintains information on resources in Cochise, Graham, Greenlee, Pima, and Santa Cruz counties to connect individuals and families with disability-related resources.
  • Disability Rights Public Advocacy Events 4 activities
    • Disability Rights Advocacy
      Advocates for disability rights and justice, including organizing "Disability Day at the Capitol" to promote disability issues.
    • Disability Rights Advocacy
      Advocates for disability rights and justice, including organizing events like "Disability Day at the Capitol" to promote disability issues.
    • Disability Rights Advocacy
      Advocates for disability rights and justice, including organizing "Disability Day at the Capitol" to promote disability issues.
    • Disability Rights Advocacy
      Advocates for disability rights and justice, including organizing "Disability Day at the Capitol" to promote disability issues.
  • Independent Living Skills Training 4 activities
    • Federally Mandated Core Independent Living Services
      Provides the five federally mandated core services: Advocacy, Independent Living Skills Training, Peer Mentoring/Support, Information & Referral, and Transitioning.
    • Federally Mandated Core Independent Living Services
      Provides the five federally mandated core services: Advocacy, Independent Living Skills Training, Peer Mentoring/Support, Information & Referral, and Transitioning.
    • Federally Mandated Core Services for Independent Living
      Provides the five federally mandated core services: Advocacy, Independent Living Skills Training, Peer Mentoring/Support, Information & Referral, and Transitioning.
    • Federally Mandated Core Services for Independent Living
      Provides the five federally mandated core services: Advocacy, Independent Living Skills Training, Peer Mentoring/Support, Information & Referral, and Transitioning, to support individuals with disabilities.
  • Youth Foster Care Transition Support 4 activities
    • Transition Services
      Relocates individuals from nursing facilities and institutions to the community, assists those at risk of institutionalization, and facilitates youth transitioning to post-secondary life.
    • Transition Services
      Relocates individuals from nursing facilities and institutions to the community, assists those at risk of institutionalization, and facilitates youth transitioning to post-secondary life.
    • Transition Services
      Relocates individuals from nursing facilities and institutions to the community, assists those at risk of institutionalization, and facilitates youth transitioning to post-secondary life.
    • Transition Services for Individuals with Disabilities
      Relocates individuals from nursing facilities and institutions to the community, assists those at risk of institutionalization, and facilitates youth transitioning to post-secondary life.
  • Uncategorized 7 activities
    • Career Advancement and Job Seeking Support
      Operates a Peer Support Program to help participants build skills and confidence for career advancement, including professional self-assessments, role-playing, and development planning. Also runs a weekly peer-to-peer Job Club via Zoom to strengthen job seekers' skills and facilitate experience sharing.
    • Career Development and Peer Support
      Operates a Peer Support Program and a weekly Job Club to help participants build skills, set and achieve career goals, and gain confidence for career advancement through professional self-assessments, role-playing, and development planning.
    • Career Development and Peer Support
      Operates a Peer Support Program and a weekly Job Club to help participants build skills, set and achieve career goals, and gain confidence for career advancement through professional self-assessments, role-playing, and development planning.
    • Career Development and Peer Support
      Operates a Peer Support Program and a weekly Job Club to help participants build skills, set and achieve career goals, and gain confidence for career advancement through professional self-assessments, role-playing, and development planning.
    • Career Development and Peer Support Program
      Operates a Peer Support Program that helps participants build skills and confidence for career advancement, including professional self-assessments, role-playing, and development planning. This program also includes a weekly peer-to-peer Job Club via Zoom.
    • Job Club for Job Seekers
      Runs a weekly peer-to-peer Job Club via Zoom every Wednesday morning to help job seekers strengthen skills and share experiences.
    • Peer Support for Career Advancement
      Operates a Peer Support Program that helps participants build skills and confidence for career advancement, including professional self-assessments, role-playing, and development planning.
financials · form 990 · fy2021
revenue
Total revenue$1.33M
Contributions & grants$24K2%
Program service revenue$1.27M95%
Investment income$1210%
Other revenue$41K
expenses
Total expenses$1.15M
Program expenses92%
Admin / overhead8%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$608K
Grants paid out$313K
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$1.12M
Cash$714K
Investments$20K
Liabilities$166K
Net assets$950K
Liquid reserves7.7 mo
3 years on record · 2019–2021 · YoY revenue +16.6%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2021

who runs it

paid leadership · 1
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
Vicki Cuscino Executive Director 40 $99K
board members · 7
  • Carla Boyd — Member
  • Joey Ingegneri — Secretary
  • Merrill Eisenberg — Treasurer
  • Phil Johnson — Member
  • Scott Hurlbut — President
  • Sue Kroeger — Vice President
  • Zach Coble — Member
relationships · 9

who they work with

  • Arizona Disability Advocacy Coalition Coalition — Member organization advancing disability rights in Arizona.
  • Arizona Disability Advocacy Coalition (AZDAC) Partner — Organizes "Disability Day at the Capitol" event.
  • Arizona Statewide Independent Living Council Partner — Collaborating on a survey to understand access to durable medical equipment and medical supplies
  • Home Depot Partner — Employer where a program participant is pursuing career advancement with support from the Peer Support Program.
  • Jim Click Partner — Partner in the Millions For Tucson Raffle fundraiser supporting Direct's programs.
  • National Council on Independent Living Network — Member of the national network of Centers for Independent Living.
  • Statewide Independent Living Council Network — Part of Arizona’s Independent Living Network coordinated by the Statewide Independent Living Council.
  • The National Council On Independent Living Partner — The document is an update from The National Council On Independent Living, indicating a close working relationship or membership.
  • community Partner — Collaborative relationship focused on mutual strengthening and impact