Aspire Living & Learning Inc
91% goes to programs $41 to raise $100
Aspire Living & Learning Inc is a 501(c)(3) organization based in Montpelier, Vermont, registered in 1982, with $93,718,260 in FY2024 revenue. CharityIndex grades it C, and it directs about 91% of spending to programs.
Po Box 1004, Montpelier, VT, 05601 EIN 03-0284103 Since 1982
Revenue (FY2024)
$93.7M
▲ 5.1% vs prior year
Human Services median: $293K
Expenses (FY2024)
$92.0M
Net assets
$28.7M
Employees
1,475
CharityIndex rating
One independent A+ to F grade from four published criteria, each scored separately from IRS filings and combined by weight.
C
★★★★
Rated on 4 of 4 criteria.
Held down by its weakest criterion — a strong score on one criterion can't hide a weak one.
How the rating works →FProgram efficiency40% of the rating91% to programs · $41 to raise $100
Measures how much of every dollar spent actually reaches programs, plus what it costs to raise $100 of donations. The worse of the two measures sets the letter (85%+ to programs is an A; under $15 to raise $100 is an A), averaged over the three most recent filings. For Aspire Living & Learning Inc: 91% to programs · $41 to raise $100 earns a F on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
AFinancial health25% of the rating4 mo reserves · +2% margin
Measures whether the organization is built to last: how many months its reserves would cover expenses (3+ months earns an A-range score, but hoarding 5+ years of budget is capped) and whether it runs a surplus or a deficit. For Aspire Living & Learning Inc: 4 mo reserves · +2% margin earns a A on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
A+Governance25% of the rating6 of 6 checks met
Checks how the organization is run, from its own Form 990: an independent board majority, a board of five or more, conflict-of-interest, whistleblower and document-retention policies, and independently audited financials. The share of disclosed checks that pass sets the letter. For Aspire Living & Learning Inc: 6 of 6 checks met earns a A+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
A+Transparency10% of the rating5 of 5 disclosure signals
Counts five disclosure signals: a recent filing, a mission statement, program descriptions, a listed website, and the full expense breakdown. More disclosure, better letter. For Aspire Living & Learning Inc: 5 of 5 disclosure signals earns a A+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
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Mission
See schedule o. aspire provides treatment and support for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, allowing them to live more fully and more independently in their communities. the organization serves both the children and adult populations, offering a wide array of services to meet the needs and interests of the individuals served. supports for children include educational services and behavioral services. supports for adults include community based long-term/residential supports, day and employment support options and case management.
What they do
Supports for adults - day and employment support options:aspire living & learning supports adults who are interested in employment or other community-based opportunities for volunteering, civic engagement, socialization, education, etc. through a person-centered approach, individuals receive the support necessary to reach their unique goals.
Supports for children - educational services:aspire living & learning educates children aged 3 to 22 to reach their full potential. whether at one of aspire's special education schools or through consultation services at public schools, children with an autism spectrum disorder diagnosis, developmental disabilities and/or behavior challenges receive highly individualized educational services, in a setting that best works for them to achieve their goals.
Supports for children - behavioral services:aspire living & learning provides behavioral services for children aged 1 to 22 to reach their full potential. whether at home, in a center-based setting, or in the community, children with an autism spectrum disorder diagnosis, developmental disabilities and/or behavior challenges receive highly individualized clinical intervention, such as applied behavior analysis and other treatment modalities in the setting that best works for them to achieve their goals.
Contact & location
- Address
- Po Box 1004, Montpelier, VT, 05601
- City
- Montpelier
- State
- Vermont
- Category
- Human Services
- Subcategory
- Residential Care
- Phone
- …
- Website
- …
Financial trends
Revenue grew from $65.9M (FY2013) to $93.7M (FY2024) across 11 reported years.
Financial snapshot
Financial health & position (FY2024)
Liabilities $27.1MNet assets $28.7M
Operating margin
1.9%
Revenue exceeded expenses in the latest fiscal year.
Total assets
$55.8M
Total liabilities
$27.1M
Net assets
$28.7M
Salaries & benefits
$65.9M
72% of expenses
Board members
8
8 independent
Financials by year
| Fiscal year | Revenue | Expenses | Net assets | Total assets | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $93,718,260▲5.1% | $91,974,958▲7.0% | $28,707,349▲6.5% | $55,807,966▲3.9% | 990 |
| 2023 | $89,198,716▲4.1% | $85,927,533▲4.3% | $26,964,047▲13.8% | $53,689,905▲7.6% | 990 |
| 2022 | $85,677,831▼5.8% | $82,400,406▼4.3% | $23,692,864▲16.1% | $49,912,344▲58.7% | 990 |
| 2021 | $90,937,720▲7.4% | $86,088,485▲6.8% | $20,415,439▲31.2% | $31,445,013▲10.3% | 990 |
| 2020 | $84,691,072▲15.2% | $80,616,633▲6.8% | $15,566,204▲56.3% | $28,495,937▲22.1% | 990 |
| 2018 | $73,521,101▼1.0% | $75,515,692▲3.1% | $9,957,063▼16.7% | $23,337,824▲2.3% | 990 |
| 2017 | $74,300,687▲0.4% | $73,244,230▲0.7% | $11,951,654▲9.7% | $22,809,987▲0.2% | 990 |
| 2016 | $73,994,611▲0.8% | $72,764,559▲0.7% | $10,895,197▲12.7% | $22,760,386▲1.7% | 990 |
| 2015 | $73,387,670▲3.0% | $72,234,081▲2.6% | $9,665,142▲13.6% | $22,378,161▲3.6% | 990 |
| 2014 | $71,245,511▲8.2% | $70,422,440▲4.2% | $8,511,553▲9.9% | $21,606,510▲1.7% | 990 |
| 2013 | $65,855,033 | $67,610,803▲5.1% | $7,746,709▼18.5% | $21,242,496▲15.8% | 990 |
| 2012 | — | $64,314,143▲4.4% | $9,505,879▲8.7% | $18,351,805▲0.2% | 990 |
| 2011 | — | $61,608,163▲1.8% | $8,747,295▲12.1% | $18,313,460▼1.0% | 990 |
| 2010 | — | $60,507,297▲0.7% | $7,805,999▲18.4% | $18,490,830▲4.2% | 990 |
| 2009 | — | $60,065,761 | $6,591,894 | $17,749,443 | 990 |
Original Form 990 PDFs (the Form column) are served by ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer, as filed with the IRS. Create a free account to download the CSV report.
Leadership & compensation (FY2024)
Highest-paid: Louis Giramma — $305,348 (0.33% of total expenses)
| Name | Title | Hours/week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Louis Giramma | Past Chief Executive Officer | 40 | $305,348 |
| Erica Hare | Chief Executive Officer | 40 | $241,806 |
| Judith Parrish | Chief People & Culture Officer | 40 | $179,561 |
| Rebecca Hamilton | Chief of Adult Services | 40 | $178,350 |
| Elizabeth Sellinger | Chief of Clinical & Children's Svcs | 40 | $176,724 |
| Lisa Lauretano | Sr Dir of Workplace Learning | 40 | $158,036 |
| Linda Scala | Director of People Team | 40 | $148,882 |
| Lisa Mierek | Sr Dir of Program Ops | 40 | $148,047 |
| Lisa Riggi | School Principal | 40 | $147,463 |
| Courtney Cotter | Sr Dir of Program Ops | 40 | $141,957 |
| Andrew Feinstein | Past Director | 1 | — |
| Anthony Auscavitch III | Chief Financial Officer | 40 | — |
| Arlene M Silva | Vice Chair | 1 | — |
| Chris Meehan | Secretary | 1 | — |
| Ed Denmark | Past Director | 1 | — |
| Heather Higdon | Past Director | 1 | — |
| Jennifer Emens-butler | Treasurer | 1 | — |
| Jennifer Krzykowski | Director | 1 | — |
| John Macleod | Director | 1 | — |
| Katie Franco | Chair | 1 | — |
Top vendors & contractors (FY2024)
| Contractor | Services | Paid |
|---|---|---|
| Robin Thapa DBA Summit New Hampshir | Direct Support Services | $544,111 |
| Ddn Consulting Services LLC | Nursing & Dietary Services | $518,196 |
| Olaniyan Oladayo DBA Citadel of Healthc | Direct Support Services | $343,201 |
| James Zygmont DBA Zyg LLC | It Consulting | $249,631 |
| Abhilekh Adhikari and Abhishek Adhi | Shared Living Provider Services | $231,397 |
Grants received · $13K total
1 grant to Aspire Living & Learning Inc totaling $13K, reported by foundations on their Schedule I filings.
| Grantmaker | Purpose | Year | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund | For grant recipient's exempt purposes | 2020 | $12,500 |
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Frequently asked questions
- Is Aspire Living & Learning Inc a legitimate nonprofit?
- Yes. Aspire Living & Learning Inc is a 501(c)(3) organization registered with the U.S. Internal Revenue Service under EIN 03-0284103, based in Montpelier, Vermont. Donations are tax-deductible.
- What is Aspire Living & Learning Inc's EIN?
- Aspire Living & Learning Inc's Employer Identification Number (EIN) is 03-0284103.
- How much revenue does Aspire Living & Learning Inc report?
- Aspire Living & Learning Inc reported $93,718,260 in total revenue on its fiscal year 2024 IRS Form 990 filing.
- How much of Aspire Living & Learning Inc's spending goes to programs?
- Aspire Living & Learning Inc spends about 91% of its total expenses on programs, based on its latest IRS Form 990.
- What financial grade does Aspire Living & Learning Inc have?
- CharityIndex grades Aspire Living & Learning Inc C, based on program efficiency and fundraising cost.
- How much does Aspire Living & Learning Inc's highest-paid employee make?
- The highest reported compensation on Aspire Living & Learning Inc's latest Form 990 is $305,348, paid to Louis Giramma (Past Chief Executive Officer).
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Data for Aspire Living & Learning Inc (EIN 03-0284103) comes from the IRS Business Master File and e-filed Form 990 returns, via CharityIndex. Figures reflect what the organization reported to the IRS for each fiscal year.