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GESHER DISABILITY RESOURCES INC
SCOTTSDALE, AZ · EIN 860626273 · Form 990 · FY2021 · Small ($100K-$1M) · www.gesherdr.org
revenue
$577K
expenses
$479K
net assets
$1.8M
employees
8
volunteers
100
program ratio
74%
mission · from form 990

TO SUPPORT INDIVIDUALS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS AND THEIR FAMILIES IN THE JEWISH COMMUNITY TO LEAD FULLER LIVES.

profile · synthesized from sources

Gesher Disability Resources Inc. is a nonprofit organization that supports individuals with disabilities and their families through educational assistance, residential support, and social programming. Founded in 1985, it serves the Jewish community in Arizona, focusing on inclusion and accessibility in various settings.

irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2021

what they reported doing

Program narrative the organization filed with the IRS. Ordered by program spending.

  1. #1 primary $84K
    SPECIAL EDUCATION PROGRAMS & RESOURCES - ENSURING STUDENTS HAVE SECULAR AND JEWISH EDUCATION IS OUR FOUNDING PRINCIPLE. TRAININGS ON TOPICS OF DISABILITY AND LEARNING DIFFERENTLY ARE OFFERED TO TEACHERS AND AIDES IN JEWISH PRE-SCHOOLS, RELIGIOUS SCHOOLS, DAY SCHOOLS, AND CAMPS. INDEPENDENT OBSERVATIONS FOR STUDENTS FACING CHALLENGES ARE AVAILABLE AT A SMALL FEE. CONTRACTED RESOURCE TEACHER TO HELP DURING SCHOOL YEAR FOR STUDENTS IDENTIFIED BY SCHOOL DISTRICT AS HAVING A LEARNING CHALLENGE IS AVAILABLE. EDUCATION SOFTWARE IS USED TO HELP CREATE CURRICULUM PLANS AND/OR SUPPORT MATERIALS.
  2. #2 $43K
    RESIDENTIAL - TWO HOMES: SHALOM HOUSE OPENED IN SEPTEMBER 2001, AS THE FIRST JEWISH GROUP HOME FOR ADULTS WITH DISABILITIES ESTABLISHED IN ARIZONA. KESHET HOUSE OPENED IN MAY 2009. THREE MEN RESIDE IN EACH. OUR AGENCY OWNS THE HOMES ACTING AS PROPERTY MANAGER WHILE OVERSEEING ONSITE JEWISH ACTIVITIES. CAREGIVING STAFF IS PROVIDED THROUGH A PRIVATE AGENCY LICENSED BY ARIZONA'S DIVISION OF DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES. QUIET NEIGHBORHOODS NEAR SYNAGOGUES, THE JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER AND SHOPPING PROVIDE RESIDENTS COMMUNITY LIVING CHOICES.
named programs · 4 · from sources

what they call their work

Day School Support
Offers academic support for students with disabilities in Orthodox Jewish Day Schools through small group and 1:1 assistance.
Social Groups
Facilitates social events for individuals with disabilities to foster community and engagement.
Summer Programming
Collaborates with local camps to create inclusive programming for campers with disabilities.
Teacher Training
Provides training sessions for educators on accommodating students with disabilities in the classroom.
activities · 5 groups

what they do

  • Special Needs Academic Tutoring & Support 6 activities
    • Delivering Academic Support and Inclusion Services
      Provides academic support in reading, writing, and math for students with learning disabilities in Orthodox Jewish Day Schools through small group, 1:1, and after-school sessions. The organization also offers inclusion assistance in classrooms and summer camps for children and adults with disabilities.
    • Offering Academic Support and Inclusion Services
      Provides academic support in reading, writing, and math for students with learning disabilities in Orthodox Jewish Day Schools through small group, 1:1, and in-classroom settings. Services also include after-school sessions and back-to-school sessions to support learning.
    • Offering Academic Support and Inclusion Services
      Provides academic support in reading, writing, and math for students with learning disabilities in local Orthodox Jewish Day Schools through small group, 1:1, and after-school sessions. The organization also offers inclusion assistance in classrooms and works with camps to create inclusive programming and train staff.
    • Offering Academic Support for Students with Learning Disabilities
      Provides after-school academic support in small group and 1:1 settings for students with or suspected of having learning disabilities in local Orthodox Jewish Day Schools, focusing on reading, writing, and math. This includes back-to-school sessions to ease students into learning mode.
    • Offering academic support for students with learning disabilities
      Provides academic support in small group and 1:1 settings, and alongside classroom teachers, to students with or suspected of having learning disabilities in local Orthodox Jewish Day Schools, focusing on reading, writing, and math. This includes after-school sessions and back-to-school sessions.
    • Offering academic support for students with learning disabilities
      Provides after-school academic support in small group and 1:1 settings, and alongside classroom teachers, to students with or suspected of having learning disabilities in local Orthodox Jewish Day Schools, focusing on reading, writing, and math. This also includes back-to-school sessions.
  • Special Needs Family Resource Support 6 activities
    • Offering Information and Referral Services
      Connects families with resources for individuals with special needs, including information on residential programs, Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) transition services, and other disability organizations. The organization also provides sign language interpreters in Jewish settings.
    • Providing Information and Referral Services
      Assists families with the transition process for individuals with special needs by connecting them with other families, suggesting Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) transition services, and referring to disability organizations. The organization also provides information about residential programs for immediate housing needs.
    • Providing Information and Referral Services
      Offers resource referral for children and adults affected by disabilities, assists families with transition processes, and provides information about residential programs for immediate housing needs.
    • Providing Information and Referral Services
      Offers resource referral services for children and adults affected by disabilities, assists families with the transition process for individuals with special needs, and provides information about residential programs for those with immediate housing needs.
    • Providing information and referral services
      Offers resource referral for children and adults affected by a disability, assists families with the transition process for individuals with special needs, and provides information about residential programs.
    • Providing information and referral services
      Offers resource referral for children and adults affected by a disability and assists families with the transition process for individuals with special needs by connecting them with other families, suggesting DDD transition services, and referring to disability organizations.
  • Youth Sports Fundraising Events 6 activities
    • Providing Social and Recreational Programs
      Offers a variety of social events and settings for individuals with special needs, including online Game Days, swim parties, monthly Shabbat services (Simchat Shabbat), and an annual Model Seder. These programs aim to provide social engagement and community participation.
    • Providing Social and Recreational Programs for Individuals with Disabilities
      Offers a variety of social events and settings for individuals with special needs, including online Game Days, swim parties, monthly Shabbat services (Simchat Shabbat), and an annual Model Seder. These programs have been provided for over 30 years and benefit thousands of community members annually.
    • Providing Social and Recreational Programs for Individuals with Disabilities
      Offers a variety of social events and settings for individuals with special needs, including online Game Days, swim parties, monthly Shabbat services (Simchat Shabbat), and an annual Model Seder. These programs have been provided for over 30 years and benefit thousands of community members annually.
    • Providing Social and Recreational Programs for Individuals with Disabilities
      Offers a variety of social events and settings for individuals with special needs, including online Game Days, swim parties, monthly Shabbat services (Simchat Shabbat), and an annual Model Seder. These programs have been provided for over 30 years and benefit thousands annually.
    • Providing social and recreational programs for individuals with disabilities
      Offers a full calendar of social events, including online Game Days, swim parties, and a monthly Shabbat Service, for individuals with special needs, benefiting over 4,000 community members annually. The organization has provided these social settings for over 30 years.
    • Providing social and recreational programs for individuals with disabilities
      Offers a full calendar of social events, including online Game Days, swim parties, and a monthly Shabbat Service, for individuals with special needs, benefiting over 4,000 individuals annually. This includes monthly Simchat Shabbat services and an annual Model Seder.
  • Adapted Camp Sessions for Youth with Disabilities 4 activities
    • Facilitating Camp Inclusion
      Works with local day and sleep-away camps to create inclusive programming by reviewing registration forms, observing campers, and training camp staff on best practices for accessibility and inclusion.
    • Facilitating Inclusion in Educational and Camp Settings
      Provides inclusion assistance in classrooms for children and adults with disabilities, and works with local day and sleep-away camps to create inclusive programming by reviewing registration forms, observing campers, and training staff on accessibility and inclusion.
    • Facilitating inclusion in camps and Jewish settings
      Works with local day and sleep-away camps to create inclusive programming by reviewing registration forms, observing campers, and training staff on accessibility and inclusion. It also provides sign language interpreters in Jewish settings.
    • Facilitating inclusion in educational and recreational settings
      Provides inclusion assistance in classrooms for children and adults with disabilities, and works with local day and sleep-away camps to create inclusive programming by reviewing registration forms, observing campers, and training staff.
  • Residential Support for IDD Adults 4 activities
    • Operating Residential Homes for Adults with Disabilities
      Manages two residential homes, Shalom House and Keshet House, each housing three men with disabilities. The organization plans to open an additional residential home within 2-5 years and assists residents in participating in community activities.
    • Operating Residential Homes for Adults with Disabilities
      Manages two residential homes, Shalom House and Keshet House, each housing three men with disabilities, and plans to open an additional home. Residents participate in community activities such as Shabbat services, holiday celebrations, and volunteering.
    • Operating Residential Homes for Adults with Disabilities
      Manages two residential homes, Shalom House and Keshet House, each housing three men with disabilities, and plans to open an additional home. Residents participate in community activities such as Shabbat services, holiday celebrations, and volunteering.
    • Operating residential homes for adults with disabilities
      Manages two residential homes (Shalom House and Keshet House) in Arizona, each housing three men with disabilities, and facilitates their participation in community activities. The organization is also researching and planning for an additional residential home.
financials · form 990 · fy2021
revenue
Total revenue$577K
Contributions & grants$321K56%
Program service revenue$135K23%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$121K
expenses
Total expenses$479K
Program expenses74%
Admin / overhead17%
Fundraising9%
Salaries & benefits$306K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$1.84M
Cash$355K
Investments$0
Liabilities$6K
Net assets$1.83M
Liquid reserves8.9 mo
2 years on record · 2020–2021 · YoY revenue +27.2%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2021

who runs it

paid leadership · 1
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
AMY DL HUMMELL EXECUTIVE DI 40 $85K
board members · 16
  • ADRIAN BETTS — EXEC COM DIR
  • BECCA HORNSTEIN — DIRECTOR
  • ED KATZ — DIRECTOR
  • ERIC SLEPIAN — DIRECTOR
  • JENNIFER SCHWARTZ — DIRECTOR
  • JENNIFER SOSNOW — SECRETARY
  • JOSH LANDERS — VICE PRESIDE
  • JOSH WINSTON — DIRECTOR
  • JOYCE BERK-LIPPINCOTT — DIRECTOR
  • LISA BIENSTOCK — DIRECTOR
  • MARK BREGMAN — TREASURER
  • NEIL BALTER — DIRECTOR
  • NORA SCHAEFER — PRESIDENT
  • RICHARD LUSTIGER — DIRECTOR
  • WENDI SOBELMAN — DIRECTOR
  • WENDY HORWITCH — IMMEDIATE PA
relationships · 9

who they work with

  • Arizona’s Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) Government — Caregiver staff for residential homes are provided through a private agency licensed by DDD.
  • Center for Jewish Philanthropy of Greater Phoenix Funder — Funds summer camp programming in part through a grant.
  • Congregation Beth Israel Partner — Hosts Simchat Shabbat services in their chapel.
  • Council Properties, LLC Partner — Manages the residential board for Council Properties, LLC.
  • Fester & Chapman, PLLC Partner — Assists with the completion and filing of Form 990 each year.
  • Gateways Partner — Produces a special Haggadah prayer book used for the Model Seder.
  • Gesher Disability Resources, Inc. Partner — Subsidiary of Gesher Disability Resources, Inc. since 2022
  • Keshet House, LLC Partner — Manages the residential board for Keshet House, LLC.
  • Shalom House, LLC Partner — Manages the residential board for Shalom House, LLC.