Lifes Worc Inc
91% goes to programs $0 to raise $100
Lifes Worc Inc is a 501(c)(3) organization based in Mineola, New York, registered in 1972, with $65,578,013 in FY2023 revenue. CharityIndex grades it C, and it directs about 91% of spending to programs.
1501 Franklin Ave, Mineola, NY, 11501 EIN 23-7209731 Since 1972
Revenue (FY2023)
$65.6M
▼ 4.0% vs prior year
Human Services median: $293K
Expenses (FY2023)
$65.9M
Net assets
$25.2M
Employees
1,313
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 · $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 Lifes Worc Inc: 91% to programs · $0 to raise $100 earns a F on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
AFinancial health25% of the rating5 mo reserves · -0% 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 Lifes Worc Inc: 5 mo reserves · -0% 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 Lifes Worc 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 Lifes Worc Inc: 5 of 5 disclosure signals earns a A+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
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Mission
Life's worc is a private, 501(c)(3) not-for-profit agency providing comprehensive support for services for individuals with developmental disabilities including mental retardation and autism spectrum disorders. life's worc is committed to providing support necessary to facilitate the full integration of individuals in the communities in which they live.
What they do
Life's worc operates 6 day habilitation programs supporting 238 individuals in programs located throughout queens, nassau and suffolk counties in ny. the programs have been primarily designed to assist high school graduates and young adults in the development of daily living skills leading to greater levels of independence and work readiness skills, promoting opportunities for gainful employment.
Life's worc provides community habilitation (formerly referred as in-home residential habilitation) which provides supports to approximately 76 children and adults throughout queens, nassau and suffolk counties in new york. community habilitation is designed to provide individuals who reside with their family needed supports and assistance in the development of independent living skills.
Community based prevocational program: provides learning and vocational training, including unpaid work experiences, to help individuals develop general, non-job task specific strengths and skills that contribute to employability. this program helps prepare people for integrated, competitive employment in the future by teaching the necessary 'soft' skills required to be successful in the workplace. acces-vr: in partnership with adult career and continuing education services-vocational rehabilitation (acces-vr), this program assists youth and adults with disabilities to obtain and maintain employment through vocational instruction, education, rehabilitation, and career development. family support services/respite recreation - provides programs in queens and long island designed to offer children, teens and young adults with i/dd and autism with opportunities for social connections. these recreational venues focus on development of social skills and are age specific activities integrated in the local communities. customized employment - provides supports and assistance to individuals with i/dd and autism with innovative job development based upon the individual skill sets and the needs of the employer. the goal is to match an employer with a job applicant leading to competitive employment opportunities.
Contact & location
- Address
- 1501 Franklin Ave, Mineola, NY, 11501
- City
- Mineola
- State
- New York
- Category
- Human Services
- Subcategory
- Residential Care
- Phone
- …
- Website
- …
Financial trends
Revenue grew from $43.7M (FY2013) to $65.6M (FY2023) across 11 reported years.
Financial snapshot
Financial health & position (FY2023)
Liabilities $22.1MNet assets $25.2M
Operating margin
-0.5%
Spent more than it raised in the latest fiscal year.
Total assets
$47.3M
Total liabilities
$22.1M
Net assets
$25.2M
Salaries & benefits
$51.6M
78% of expenses
Board members
16
16 independent
Financials by year
| Fiscal year | Revenue | Expenses | Net assets | Total assets | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $65,578,013▼4.0% | $65,896,673▼3.6% | $25,211,471▲1.8% | $47,337,366▼2.4% | 990 |
| 2022 | $68,327,755▼10.6% | $68,345,810▲3.3% | $24,754,546▲1.7% | $48,495,880▼12.2% | 990 |
| 2021 | $76,398,543▲24.1% | $66,158,690▲17.9% | $24,347,067▲61.9% | $55,252,908▲10.0% | 990 |
| 2020 | $61,555,690▲9.3% | $56,118,792▼1.6% | $15,035,778▲56.6% | $50,233,566▲22.2% | 990 |
| 2019 | $56,329,494▲2.6% | $57,055,605▲4.0% | $9,598,879▼7.0% | $41,100,570▲27.0% | 990 |
| 2018 | $54,879,978▲4.7% | $54,849,882▲4.7% | $10,324,990▲0.3% | $32,358,666▼4.7% | 990 |
| 2017 | $52,393,828▲1.7% | $52,372,052▲1.9% | $10,294,893▲0.2% | $33,949,747▼0.1% | 990 |
| 2016 | $51,531,026▲3.2% | $51,409,784▲4.0% | $10,273,114▲1.2% | $33,994,310▼0.3% | 990 |
| 2015 | $49,915,622▲10.1% | $49,455,653▲9.9% | $10,151,872▲4.7% | $34,109,117▼4.5% | 990 |
| 2014 | $45,338,303▲3.9% | $45,015,449▲2.4% | $9,691,900▲3.4% | $35,719,342▼3.4% | 990 |
| 2013 | $43,655,422 | $43,945,573▼0.6% | $9,369,043▼3.0% | $36,991,064▲5.3% | 990 |
| 2012 | — | $44,193,679▲1.3% | $9,659,194▲16.1% | $35,124,269▲7.4% | 990 |
| 2011 | — | $43,638,485▲1.6% | $8,320,845▲9.2% | $32,711,981▲1.4% | 990 |
| 2010 | — | $42,944,143▲4.0% | $7,619,576▲7.1% | $32,253,981▼0.1% | 990 |
| 2009 | — | $41,279,514 | $7,111,306 | $32,274,033 | 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: Matthew P Zebatto — $338,810 (0.51% of total expenses)
| Name | Title | Hours/week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Matthew P Zebatto | Ceo (through | 40 | $338,810 |
| Michael K Billia | Cao/ceo (eff | 40 | $208,503 |
| John Pfeifer | Chief Clinic | 40 | $204,875 |
| Jenny Antony | Cfo | 40 | $200,476 |
| Gabriella M Bonventre | Vp Nursing | 40 | $183,104 |
| Melina Mezzanotte | Sr. Vp Nursi | 40 | $181,609 |
| Robert White | Chief People | 40 | $175,759 |
| Lauren Accovelli | Chief of Res | 40 | $168,210 |
| Jennifer A Gillen | Director of | 40 | $138,122 |
| Joshua Holland | Autism Suppo | 40 | $135,893 |
| Sharon R Armstrong-townsend | Residence Ma | 40 | $125,190 |
| Aaron Surry | Director Res | 40 | $119,477 |
| Ben Filingeri | Director | — | — |
| Darren Alfano | Director | — | — |
| David Feldman | Director | — | — |
| Dawn Del Mastro Chruma | Director | — | — |
| Edmond O'donnell | Director | — | — |
| Gregory J Pond Esq | Director | — | — |
| John Lee | Secretary | — | — |
| John Murn | Director | — | — |
Top vendors & contractors (FY2023)
| Contractor | Services | Paid |
|---|---|---|
| Lincoln It LLC | Info Technology | $536,774 |
| Tandym Group LLC | Staffing | $348,005 |
| Drg Talent LLC | Staffing | $132,667 |
| Bdo LLP | Audit | $123,988 |
Grants received · $95K total
11 grants to Lifes Worc Inc totaling $95K, reported by foundations on their Schedule I filings.
| Grantmaker | Purpose | Year | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| American Online Giving Foundation Inc | General support | 2024 | $8,565 |
| American Online Giving Foundation Inc | General support | 2023 | $9,750 |
| American Online Giving Foundation Inc | General support | 2022 | $13,204 |
| Donor Advised Charitable Giving | Human services | 2021 | $6,250 |
| Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund | For grant recipient's exempt purposes | 2020 | $10,750 |
| Jewish Communal Fund | General support | 2020 | $10,000 |
| Jewish Communal Fund | General support | 2020 | $10,000 |
| American Online Giving Foundation Inc | General support | 2019 | $8,057 |
| Donor Advised Charitable Giving | Human services | 2019 | $5,750 |
| National Philanthropic Tr | Public, societal benefit | 2017 | $5,500 |
| National Philanthropic Tr | Human services | 2016 | $6,860 |
Grants made · $863K in FY2020
1 grant totaling $863K in FY2020. All grants made by Lifes Worc Inc →
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Family Autism Center Inc | Operations support | $863,176 |
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Frequently asked questions
- Is Lifes Worc Inc a legitimate nonprofit?
- Yes. Lifes Worc Inc is a 501(c)(3) organization registered with the U.S. Internal Revenue Service under EIN 23-7209731, based in Mineola, New York. Donations are tax-deductible.
- What is Lifes Worc Inc's EIN?
- Lifes Worc Inc's Employer Identification Number (EIN) is 23-7209731.
- How much revenue does Lifes Worc Inc report?
- Lifes Worc Inc reported $65,578,013 in total revenue on its fiscal year 2023 IRS Form 990 filing.
- How much of Lifes Worc Inc's spending goes to programs?
- Lifes Worc Inc spends about 91% of its total expenses on programs, based on its latest IRS Form 990.
- What financial grade does Lifes Worc Inc have?
- CharityIndex grades Lifes Worc Inc C, based on program efficiency and fundraising cost.
- How much does Lifes Worc Inc's highest-paid employee make?
- The highest reported compensation on Lifes Worc Inc's latest Form 990 is $338,810, paid to Matthew P Zebatto (Ceo (through).
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Data for Lifes Worc Inc (EIN 23-7209731) 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.