Eastern Maine Healthcare Systems
501(c)(3) Donations tax-deductible
99% goes to programs $0 to raise $100
Eastern Maine Healthcare Systems is a 501(c)(3) organization based in Brewer, Maine, registered in 2000, with $440,732,989 in FY2023 revenue. CharityIndex grades it B+, and it directs about 99% of spending to programs.
43 Whiting Hill Rd, Brewer, ME, 04412 EIN 01-0527066 Since 2000
Revenue (FY2023)
$440.7M
▲ 11.4% vs prior year
Expenses (FY2023)
$479.8M
Net assets
$62.3M
Employees
2,125
CharityIndex rating
One independent A+ to F grade from four published criteria, each scored separately from IRS filings and combined by weight.
B+
C+Program efficiency40% of the rating99% to programs · $0 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 Eastern Maine Healthcare Systems: 99% to programs · $0 to raise $100 earns a C+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
BFinancial health25% of the rating2 mo reserves · -9% 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 Eastern Maine Healthcare Systems: 2 mo reserves · -9% margin earns a B 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 Eastern Maine Healthcare Systems: 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 Eastern Maine Healthcare Systems: 5 of 5 disclosure signals earns a A+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
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Mission
Emhs d/b/a northern light health, a supporting organization for healthcare affiliates, maintains and improves the health and well-being of the people of maine through a well-organized network of local health care providers who together offer high quality, cost-effective services to their communities.
What they do
Please see the following excerpt from the northern light health annual report 2024 to the community for details of community benefit projects at nlh members:thinking globally, acting locallyas we reflect on the past year at northern light health, we are reminded of our responsibility to deliver exceptional care while adapting to and rising up to meet our challenges. this years annual report theme, thinking globally, acting locally, demonstrates how we remain focused on our promise of making healthcare work for maine people. in this 2024 annual report, we share many remarkable stories. you will read about how we eliminated a common operating room gas out of concern for our environment, how mobile mammography brings services to rural areas, how a youth summit addresses mental health challenges, a patients journey through gender-affirming voice therapy, and one familys experience of becoming caregivers.these stories highlight our promise to meet local needs while contributing to global solutions. weve persevered, strengthened services, and stayed true to promise.thank you for your trust, partnership, and support as we navigate this journey together.timothy j. dentry, mba, president & ceo northern light health john ryan board chair northern light healthmember mapbangor northern light acadia hospital northern light eastern maine medical centernorthern light health foundation northern light home care & hospice northern light pharmacy northern light work health northern light work forcebrewer northern light eastern maine medical center northern light health home office northern light pharmacy pittsfield northern light sebasticook valley hospital northern light work healthwaterville northern light home care & hospice northern light inland hospital northern light work healthellsworth northern light home care & hospice northern light maine coast hospital northern light work healthblue hill northern light blue hill hospitalportlandnorthern light home care & hospice northern light laboratory northern light mercy hospital northern light pharmacy northern light healthy life eap northern light work healthpresque isle northern light ar gould hospital northern light home care & hospicenorthern light work healthgreenville northern light ca dean hospitaldover foxcroft northern light mayo hospital northern light work healthyouth mental healthdont dance around the issuethe needs of teen mental health have reached alarming levels in maine, and a group of passionate student volunteers at northern light eastern maine medical center has responded. the youth mental health summit was established to provide tools, support, and the understanding necessary to better navigate the complexities of adolescent mental health.stella fox, a student volunteer manager and senior at hampden academy, says she had her own journey with mental health. im a pretty busy person. i am someone who, if im not busy, i try to find things to make my life busier, she laughs, describing her packed schedule.as part of that busy life, fox struggles with the internal pressures of being a teenager, especially in the demanding world of dance. there is a lot of pressure in dance about a certain look youre supposed to have, she adds, obviously, thats tough for anybody to hear. but when youre going through your teen years, youre facing a lot of other pressures and challenges. fox and her fellow student manager and student at john bapst, ada sinclair-steele, are passionate about making a difference. each year, high school students who participate in the volunteer program at the medical center work on a passion project for a cause that they choose. in 2024, the group chose youth mental health."i really didnt know that much about mental health when we started, fox admits, but as we brainstormed and discussed different ideas, i realized how crucial it was to create a space where teens could learn how to take care of their mental health.stacey coventry, the director of community engagement at e
Contact & location
Financial trends
Revenue grew from $90.1M (FY2013) to $440.7M (FY2023) across 11 reported years.
Financial snapshot
Financial health & position (FY2023)
Liabilities $867.1MNet assets $62.3M
Operating margin
-8.9%
Spent more than it raised in the latest fiscal year.
Total assets
$929.3M
Total liabilities
$867.1M
Net assets
$62.3M
Salaries & benefits
$188.8M
39% of expenses
Board members
20
17 independent
Financials by year
| Fiscal year | Revenue | Expenses | Net assets | Total assets | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $440,732,989▲11.4% | $479,832,765▲7.1% | $62,257,324▼37.1% | $929,347,934▲10.2% | 990 |
| 2022 | $395,735,251▲20.8% | $447,886,869▲5.6% | $98,922,637▼32.9% | $843,024,057▲12.6% | 990 |
| 2021 | $327,560,220▼16.8% | $424,010,397▲4.2% | $147,400,872▼37.8% | $748,918,104▼9.9% | 990 |
| 2020 | $393,489,432▲13.9% | $406,823,336▲7.3% | $237,159,982▼5.6% | $830,883,610▲5.6% | 990 |
| 2019 | $345,501,813▲20.2% | $379,078,314▲15.2% | $251,234,729▼11.3% | $786,525,143▲1.5% | 990 |
| 2018 | $287,474,852▲74.3% | $328,970,961▲81.1% | $283,083,736▼8.6% | $774,661,637▲4.5% | 990 |
| 2017 | $164,902,610▲16.4% | $181,697,291▲9.2% | $309,754,555▼3.6% | $741,405,150▲7.7% | 990 |
| 2016 | $141,703,382▲2.7% | $166,422,658▲3.9% | $321,245,060▲271% | $688,214,356▲50.0% | 990 |
| 2015 | $138,007,834▲17.0% | $160,162,487▲12.9% | $86,591,431▼0.2% | $458,813,309▲90.5% | 990 |
| 2014 | $117,916,943▲30.9% | $141,907,277▲57.4% | $86,727,693▼8.3% | $240,891,793▲9.6% | 990 |
| 2013 | $90,065,277 | $90,146,338▲24.5% | $94,627,520▲30.5% | $219,865,695▲23.2% | 990 |
| 2012 | — | $72,433,226▲8.0% | $72,516,902▲15.8% | $178,432,574▲3.4% | 990 |
| 2011 | — | $67,048,601▲5.9% | $62,607,552▲3.3% | $172,486,113▼6.1% | 990 |
| 2010 | — | $63,333,497▲14.0% | $60,597,647▼8.8% | $183,601,086▲7.8% | 990 |
| 2009 | — | $55,549,742 | $66,438,573 | $170,272,847 | 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 (FY2023)
Highest-paid: Timothy Dentry Nlh President — $1,891,674 (0.39% of total expenses)
| Name | Title | Hours/week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Timothy Dentry Nlh President | Ex-officio | 50 | $1,891,674 |
| Anthony J Filer | Svp & Treasurer | 50 | $786,053 |
| Karl-heinz Spittler Md | Svp,chiefphyexe | 50 | $597,488 |
| Paul Bolin | Evp, Cpo | 50 | $535,244 |
| Greg Lafrancois | Svp, Emmc | 50 | $527,120 |
| George Eaton Chief Legal Offi | Svp & Secretary | 50 | $516,153 |
| Charles Therrien | Svp Mercy | 50 | $515,461 |
| Navneet Marwaha Md | Vp, Cq&safetyof | 50 | $512,155 |
| Hugh Jones | Svp,ch Strategy | 50 | $482,760 |
| Gavin Ducker | Former Svp & Co-president-med Group | 50 | $466,908 |
| John J Doyle | Vp Finance | 50 | $465,931 |
| John Ronan | Svp Bhh & Mch | 50 | $446,522 |
| Glenn Martin | Former Svp-chief Legal Officer | 50 | $423,053 |
| Glenda Dwyer | Svp,clinicopera | 50 | $413,836 |
| Carrie Lee Arsenault | Svp,chvalueoffi | 50 | $369,769 |
| Darmita Wilson | Vp,medicaleduca | 50 | $358,682 |
| Howard Jones | Med Dir, Occ Hlth | 50 | $350,188 |
| Bette Neville | Vp, Cno | 50 | $343,721 |
| Marie Vienneau | Svp Cad & Mayo | 50 | $341,468 |
| Tricia Costigan | Svp, Inland/lw | 50 | $340,619 |
Top vendors & contractors (FY2023)
| Contractor | Services | Paid |
|---|---|---|
| Optumninsight Inc | Purchase Service Exp | $35,518,919 |
| Ettain Group LLC | Purchase Service Exp | $10,206,226 |
| Cerner Corporation | Software Support | $7,418,133 |
| Infor Inc | Software Support | $3,491,188 |
| Kaufman Hall Associates LLC | Consulting Services | $3,232,186 |
Grants received · $165K total
8 grants to Eastern Maine Healthcare Systems totaling $165K, reported by foundations on their Schedule I filings.
| Grantmaker | Purpose | Year | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Martins Point Health Care Inc | General support | 2024 | $10,000 |
| Community Foundation of Jackson Hole | Cardiology / dr s. akrivakis | 2023 | $25,000 |
| Martins Point Health Care Inc | General support | 2023 | $10,000 |
| Community Foundation of Jackson Hole | Cardiology- dr. akrivakis | 2022 | $25,000 |
| Martins Point Health Care Inc | General support | 2022 | $10,000 |
| Martins Point Health Care Inc | General support | 2021 | $10,000 |
| Community Foundation of Jackson Hole | General operating support | 2020 | $25,000 |
| Maine Community Foundation Inc | Psychiatric hospitals | 2016 | $50,000 |
Grants made · $821K in FY2023
1 grant totaling $821K in FY2023. All grants made by Eastern Maine Healthcare Systems →
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maine Community College Syste | Support expansion of nursing progra | $821,438 |
Frequently asked questions
- Is Eastern Maine Healthcare Systems a legitimate nonprofit?
- Yes. Eastern Maine Healthcare Systems is a 501(c)(3) organization registered with the U.S. Internal Revenue Service under EIN 01-0527066, based in Brewer, Maine. Donations are tax-deductible.
- What is Eastern Maine Healthcare Systems's EIN?
- Eastern Maine Healthcare Systems's Employer Identification Number (EIN) is 01-0527066.
- How much revenue does Eastern Maine Healthcare Systems report?
- Eastern Maine Healthcare Systems reported $440,732,989 in total revenue on its fiscal year 2023 IRS Form 990 filing.
- How much of Eastern Maine Healthcare Systems's spending goes to programs?
- Eastern Maine Healthcare Systems spends about 99% of its total expenses on programs, based on its latest IRS Form 990.
- What financial grade does Eastern Maine Healthcare Systems have?
- CharityIndex grades Eastern Maine Healthcare Systems B+, based on program efficiency and fundraising cost.
- How much does Eastern Maine Healthcare Systems's highest-paid employee make?
- The highest reported compensation on Eastern Maine Healthcare Systems's latest Form 990 is $1,891,674, paid to Timothy Dentry Nlh President (Ex-officio).
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Data for Eastern Maine Healthcare Systems (EIN 01-0527066) 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.