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 primary $767KDAY TRAINING FOR ADULTS (DTA), ONE OF STARS SIGNATURE PROGRAMS, SERVES 42 INDIVIDUALS WITH A WIDE RANGE OF NEEDS WITH LIFE, SOCIAL AND FUNCTIONAL SKILLS TRAINING. OUR PRE-VOCATIONAL PROJECT ALLOWS MEMBERS TO PARTICIPATE IN HANDS-ON JOB TRAINING SUCH AS IDENTIFYING JOB INTERESTS, SKILL DEVELOPMENT, RESUME BUILDING, AND MOCK INTERVIEWS, IN PREPARATION FOR FUTURE JOB OPPORTUNITIES. IN ADDITION TO CONTINUING TO SERVE ITS CURRENT PARTICIPANTS, DTA EXPECTS FUTURE GROWTH AS IT CURRENTLY HAS A WAITLIST.
- #2 $762KTHE WORK CENTER AT STARS OSBORN CAMPUS PROVIDES VOCATIONAL TRAINING TO DEVELOP APPROPRIATE WORKPLACE BEHAVIORS, WHILE PROVIDING COMPENSATED EMPLOYMENT IN ASSEMBLY AND LIGHT MANUFACTURING TASKS FOR VARIOUS NON-PROFIT AND CORPORATE PARTNERS. WORKER PRODUCTIVITY HAS SIGNIFICANTLY IMPROVED, RESULTING IN AN ALMOST 54% INCREASE IN WORK CENTER REVENUES SINCE PRIOR TO COVID AN ASTOUNDING INCREASE IN PRODUCTIVITY FOR ANY ORGANIZATION, NONPROFIT OR OTHERWISE.
named programs · 7 · from sources
what they call their work
Adaptive Recreation
Managed DDD contracts, oversaw Special Olympics programs, and led citywide Autism Certification efforts (mentioned as part of a new hire's experience, implying similar services may be offered or expanded).
Community-Based Employment (CBE)
Supports job seekers and coaches in integrated employment settings within the community.
CommunityWork
Program where participants engage in work shifts within the community.
Day Training (DTA)
Provides classes and activities that encourage creative expression, life skills, and community field trips for individuals with disabilities.
Group Supported Employment
Service focused on opening doors to integrated, meaningful employment for individuals with disabilities.
Osborn Digitization Lab
A social enterprise initiative that provides paid, skill-building opportunities for members through document scanning and digital archiving.
Work Adjustment Training (WAT)
VR-funded program that helps participants build skills and earn wages in preparation for employment.
activities · 4 groups
what they do
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Legal Forms for Guardianship & Probate 5 activities
- Osborn Digitization Lab Social EnterprisePlans to launch the Osborn Digitization Lab, a social enterprise focused on document scanning and digital archiving, starting with the organization's historical archives.
- Osborn Digitization Lab Social EnterprisePlans to launch a social enterprise called the Osborn Digitization Lab, which will provide document scanning and digital archiving services, starting with the organization's historical archives.
- Osborn Digitization Lab Social EnterprisePlans to launch a social enterprise, the Osborn Digitization Lab, which will provide document scanning and digital archiving services, starting with the organization's historical archives.
- Osborn Digitization Lab Social EnterprisePlans to launch the Osborn Digitization Lab, a social enterprise focused on document scanning and digital archiving, starting with the organization's historical archives.
- Osborn Digitization Lab Social EnterprisePlans to launch the Osborn Digitization Lab, a social enterprise focused on document scanning and digital archiving, starting with the organization's historical archives.
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Life Skills and Creative Arts Training 4 activities
- Recreational and Community Engagement ProgramsOffers recreational opportunities such as art, music, and movement classes, and organizes community field trips to foster creative expression and teach life skills to individuals with cognitive and developmental disabilities.
- Recreational and Life Skills ProgramsOffers classes in art, music, and movement, and organizes community field trips to encourage creative expression and teach new life skills to individuals with cognitive and developmental disabilities.
- Recreational and Life Skills ProgramsOffers classes in art, music, and movement, and organizes community field trips to encourage creative expression and teach new life skills to individuals with cognitive and developmental disabilities.
- Recreational and Life Skills ProgramsOffers classes in art, music, and movement, and organizes community field trips to encourage creative expression and teach new life skills to individuals with cognitive and developmental disabilities.
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School & Educational Facility Renovation 3 activities
- Campus Remodel and UpdatesBegan planning a phased remodel of the Osborn campus, including updates to bathrooms, kitchen, and dining areas.
- Campus Remodel and UpdatesBegan planning a phased remodel of the Osborn campus, including updates to bathrooms, kitchen, and dining areas.
- Osborn Campus RemodelUndertaking a phased remodel of the Osborn campus, which includes updating bathrooms, kitchen, and dining areas to improve facilities.
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Supported Employment for People with Disabilities 3 activities
- Employment Services for Adults with Developmental DisabilitiesProvides employment services, including job skill development, job placement with community partners, and supported employment programs, to empower adults with developmental disabilities.
- Employment Services for Adults with Developmental DisabilitiesProvides employment services, including job skill development, job placement with community partners, and supported employment programs, to empower adults with developmental disabilities.
- Employment Services for Adults with Developmental DisabilitiesProvides employment services, including job skill development, job placement with community partners, and supported employment programs, to empower adults with developmental disabilities.
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financials · form 990 · fy2021
revenue
Total revenue$4.18M
Contributions & grants$3.53M85%
Program service revenue$640K15%
Investment income$4K0%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$3.84M
Program expenses80%
Admin / overhead18%
Fundraising3%
Salaries & benefits$2.86M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$2.55M
Cash$330K
Investments$495K
Liabilities$539K
Net assets$2.01M
Liquid reserves2.6 mo
3 years on record · 2019–2021 · YoY revenue +15.9%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2021
who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| DAVID HENDERSON | CEO & PRESIDENT | 40 | $137K |
board members · 11
- DENNIS PARK — DIRECTOR
- JASON MALCOLM — DIRECTOR
- JEFFREY COHEN — DIRECTOR
- JEREMY MINSON — DIRECTOR
- JOE ITURRI — DIRECTOR
- JOE LEDUC — DIRECTOR
- JONATHAN BROOKS — DIRECTOR
- KATHERINE CLEMENTS — DIRECTOR
- MARY KING — DIRECTOR
- PAMELA WITTE — DIRECTOR
- SUZETTE GIBSON — DIRECTOR
relationships · 3
who they work with
- City of Tempe Partner — Sam Mason, the new Director of Workforce Solutions, previously led Adaptive Recreation for the City of Tempe, managing DDD contracts, overseeing Special Olympics programs, and leading a citywide Autism Certification effort.
- Detour Theatre Company Partner — Partnered for a workshop series offering weekly performance sessions.
- Scottsdale Kiwanis Club Funder — Received a $500 donation from the Scottsdale Kiwanis Club.