Community Teamwork Inc is a 501(c)(3) organization based in Lowell, Massachusetts, registered in 1966, with $188,277,814 in FY2023 revenue. CharityIndex grades it A, and it directs about 95% of spending to programs.
Revenue (FY2023)
$188.3M
▲ 15.6% vs prior year
Human Services median: $293K
Expenses (FY2023)
$180.6M
Net assets
$24.7M
Employees
740
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 Community Teamwork Inc: 95% to programs · $0 to raise $100 earns a A+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
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 Community Teamwork Inc: 2 mo reserves · +4% margin earns a B on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
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 Community Teamwork Inc: 6 of 6 checks met earns a A+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
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 Community Teamwork Inc: 5 of 5 disclosure signals earns a A+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
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Community teamwork is a catalyst for social change. we leverage our programs, partnerships and collective voice to reduce poverty and foster equality, respect and community engagement by creating housing, education and economic opportunities.
Child, family, and adolescent services - programs that help low-income families meet their childern's educational, social, nutritional, and health needs and encourage parents to participate fully in shaping these programs.
Energy and community resources - community resources offer families, seniors, volunteers, and immigrants easy access to diverse and essential community based resources. among the core programs are family resource network, and the financial literacy academy; all of which assist families with children. the individual development account program assists families in making sound financial decisions. energy programs include fuel assistance, weatherization, burner repair/replacement, the appliance management program, and several other programs to help families stay safe and warm each winter.
Community teamworks local initiative offers families, seniors, volunteers and immigrants easy access to diverse and essential community-based resources.
Revenue grew from $81.5M (FY2013) to $188.3M (FY2023) across 11 reported years.
Financial snapshot
Operating margin
4.1%
Revenue exceeded expenses in the latest fiscal year.
Total assets
$61.9M
Total liabilities
$37.2M
Net assets
$24.7M
Salaries & benefits
$38.8M
21% of expenses
Board members
22
22 independent
| Fiscal year | Revenue | Expenses | Net assets | Total assets | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $188,277,814▲15.6% | $180,630,254▲11.6% | $24,672,917▲48.4% | $61,852,348▲12.7% | 990 |
| 2022 | $162,850,227▼18.8% | $161,907,715▼18.3% | $16,626,762▲4.0% | $54,880,301▲29.9% | 990 |
| 2021 | $200,534,609▲47.5% | $198,128,685▲51.6% | $15,988,218▲15.2% | $42,258,577▼6.8% | 990 |
| 2020 | $135,969,303▲29.1% | $130,676,990▲25.9% | $13,881,492▲59.9% | $45,329,980▲44.6% | 990 |
| 2019 | $105,318,164▲8.8% | $103,775,772▲8.2% | $8,680,883▲21.8% | $31,351,964▲10.0% | 990 |
| 2018 | $96,797,493▲7.0% | $95,914,693▲6.6% | $7,125,353▲14.3% | $28,493,539▲7.6% | 990 |
| 2017 | $90,430,615▲3.9% | $90,006,456▲5.1% | $6,232,761▲10.9% | $26,477,691▲5.7% | 990 |
| 2016 | $87,053,244▲8.5% | $85,645,103▲7.7% | $5,622,029▼41.8% | $25,052,105▲11.4% | 990 |
| 2015 | $80,243,949▲0.8% | $79,508,465▼0.2% | $9,655,870▲8.2% | $22,482,264▲21.0% | 990 |
| 2014 | $79,630,121▼2.3% | $79,664,040▼0.7% | $8,920,386▼3.9% | $18,582,410▲1.4% | 990 |
| 2013 | $81,534,167 | $80,207,147▼1.6% | $9,278,113▲17.0% | $18,323,922▲5.4% | 990 |
| 2012 | — | $81,507,935▲3.5% | $7,929,980▲7.2% | $17,384,211▲3.3% | 990 |
| 2011 | — | $78,746,365▲7.9% | $7,396,875▲12.1% | $16,831,524▼4.5% | 990 |
| 2010 | — | $72,996,147 | $6,599,342 | $17,618,057 | 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.
Highest-paid: Karen Frederick — $223,146 (0.12% of total expenses)
| Name | Title | Hours/week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Karen Frederick | Ceo | 40 | $223,146 |
| Carl Howell | Cpo | 40 | $148,550 |
| Lisa Wholey | Chro | 40 | $144,440 |
| Nancy Van Alst | Cfo | 40 | $139,003 |
| Ann Sirois | Cpdo | 40 | $125,556 |
| Aleksandra Tugbiyele | Vice Preside | 0.5 | — |
| Bernadette Wheeler | Assistant Tr | 0.5 | — |
| Bopha Boutsellis | Director | 0.5 | — |
| Catherine Karuga-ndivo | Director | 0.5 | — |
| Dennis Piendak | Clerk | 1 | — |
| Dr Leland K Ackerson | Director | 0.5 | — |
| Germaine Vigeant-trudel | Director | 0.5 | — |
| Glenn Goldman | Treasurer | 0.5 | — |
| Hayley Barrett | Director | 0.5 | — |
| James Hogan | Director | 0.5 | — |
| Kate Cohen | Director | 0.5 | — |
| Lynn Roderick | Director | 0.5 | — |
| Marie Sweeney | Director | 0.5 | — |
| Marty Conway | Director | 0.5 | — |
| Marty Hogan | Director | 0.5 | — |
| Contractor | Services | Paid |
|---|---|---|
| Methuen Hospitality | Hotel | $8,091,603 |
| Charter Brothers Construction | Contractor | $2,484,200 |
| Oakland Ave Pizza & Subs | Catering | $2,226,024 |
| Best Western Chelmsford Inn | Hotel | $1,393,247 |
| Esa Management LLC | Hotel | $840,270 |
18 grants to Community Teamwork Inc totaling $1.0M, reported by foundations on their Schedule I filings — showing the 15 most recent.
| Grantmaker | Purpose | Year | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Blackbaud Giving Fund | General support | 2024 | $20,000 |
| Lahey Clinic Hospital Inc | Care access and/or to address other identified community health needs | 2023 | $164,643 |
| Health Resources In Action Inc | Community health & healthy aging funds | 2022 | $52,355 |
| The Lowell General Hospital | Donation | 2022 | $37,500 |
| The Blackbaud Giving Fund | General support | 2022 | $20,200 |
| Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund | For grant recipient's exempt purposes | 2022 | $6,825 |
| Gs Donor Advised Philanthropy Fund For Wealth Management Inc | Community & human services | 2021 | $400,000 |
| Local Initiatives Support Corporation | See part iv | 2021 | $52,500 |
| The Lowell General Hospital | Donation | 2021 | $25,000 |
| Boston Foundation Inc | Emergency support | 2020 | $25,000 |
| Nellie Mae Education Foundation Inc | Social-emotional, wellness, and academic supports for children in emergency shelter and childcare | 2020 | $19,400 |
| Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund | For grant recipient's exempt purposes | 2020 | $5,100 |
| Health Resources In Action Inc | Worksite wellness | 2016 | $10,000 |
| Fallon Community Health Plan Inc | General support | 2016 | $10,000 |
| Donor Advised Charitable Giving | Social services/social benefits | 2015 | $50,000 |
1 grant totaling $122K in FY2021. All grants made by Community Teamwork Inc →
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Common Ground Development Corporation | General support | $122,129 |
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Data for Community Teamwork Inc (EIN 04-2382027) 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.