Matrix Human Services
501(c)(3) Donations tax-deductible
95% goes to programs $1 to raise $100 Growing revenue
Matrix Human Services is a 501(c)(3) organization based in Detroit, Michigan, registered in 1938, with $63,260,685 in FY2023 revenue. CharityIndex grades it A, and it directs about 95% of spending to programs.
1400 Woodbridge St, Detroit, MI, 48207 EIN 38-1358015 Since 1938
Revenue (FY2023)
$63.3M
▲ 10.5% vs prior year
Expenses (FY2023)
$61.2M
Net assets
$15.6M
Employees
493
CharityIndex rating
One independent A+ to F grade from four published criteria, each scored separately from IRS filings and combined by weight.
A
A+Program efficiency40% of the rating95% to programs · $1 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 Matrix Human Services: 95% to programs · $1 to raise $100 earns a A+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
AFinancial health25% of the rating3 mo reserves · +3% 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 Matrix Human Services: 3 mo reserves · +3% margin earns a A on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
BGovernance25% of the rating4 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 Matrix Human Services: 4 of 6 checks met earns a B 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 Matrix Human Services: 5 of 5 disclosure signals earns a A+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
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Mission
Inspired by its heritage since 1906, matrix human services advocates for and services the most vulnerable in the metropolitan detroit community and empowers individiuals and families to enhance the quality of their lives and achieve self sufficiency.
What they do
Adult programs. the social mobility centers are a collection of programs and services under the adult and senior division of matrix human services. the collective goal of these centers are to assist matrix human services achieve its mission of supporting families and rebuilding neighborhoods in detroit. the programs, services and the compassionate people delivering the services have the capacity to offer a hand up and not a hand out, and to move a person from poverty to self-sufficiency. the centers are housed at the matrix center which is matrix human services community hub in the osborn area of the eastside of detroit. workforce development center - at the heart of social and economic mobility is the ability to secure and maintain gainful employment. this is the ultimate goal of the employment center. services availabe through this center are: soft skills training, one-on-one career coaching and counseling, resume, cover letter and job search assistance, employment resources and referrals. financial center - the financial center is designed to assist clients reach their personal goals and inform them on all things pertaining to economic upward mobility. services within this center are: one-on-one financial coaching and counseling, financial capabilities classes, tax prep assistance (during tax time only). housing center- housing is a basic essential to the needs of all people. our housing center assist the community in trying to meet this need. services and programs within this center are: matrix partnership for housing - transition and landlord alliance, supportive service, housing resources and referrals. resources center - there are many available resources that certain government programs and local organizations offer that could prove vital to helping a person move from poverty to self-sufficiency. this center was designed to connect clients to available resources that may meet their immediate need. services and programs for this center are: basic resource searching assistance, dte energy efficiency assistance program, and more. education center - the education center is designed to help those in the community without a high schoold diploma or ged achieve those accomplishments. services and programs within this center are: ed2go - 100% online high school diploma program, education resources and referrals. center for seniors - our senior center have been assisting seniors maintain a healthy, active and whole life for over 6 decades. the goal of all center for seniors is to help keep seniors living in their homes through our home care services, to help seniors remain active through activities provided at a local recreational center in detroit, ensure seniors can make it to doctors' appointments through low cost transportation and to simply help seniors make the twilight of their lives more healthy and enjoyable. services and programs that help achieve these goals are: mi choice waiver - home care program (daaa contracted program), reuther older adult wellness services (patton rec center - senior center activities), matrix quality care - home care fee for services program.
Teen programs. youth assistance program (yap) - the mission of the matrix youth assistance program (yap) and alternative intervention method offers services that reduce youth crime by providing prevention and early intervention services to youth, 7-17 years of age who are in danger of entry into the juvenile justice system. the yap program focuses upon on-site youth programming, and provides an average of 2-6 hours of programming a week. this includes at- risk group counseling, academic support activities, team building and individual sessions. "services for children and adolescents at risk of juvenile justice system involvement and placement in an institution. the partner provides services and interventions that mitigate risk factors that contribute to a youth's risk of out-of-home placement. "juveniles at risk of coming into contact with the formal jus
Contact & location
Financial trends
Revenue grew from $18.2M (FY2013) to $63.3M (FY2023) across 11 reported years.
Financial snapshot
Financial health & position (FY2023)
Liabilities $14.3MNet assets $15.6M
Operating margin
3.3%
Revenue exceeded expenses in the latest fiscal year.
Total assets
$29.9M
Total liabilities
$14.3M
Net assets
$15.6M
Salaries & benefits
$28.1M
46% of expenses
Board members
21
21 independent
Financials by year
| Fiscal year | Revenue | Expenses | Net assets | Total assets | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $63,260,685▲10.5% | $61,154,782▲7.8% | $15,552,367▲19.5% | $29,857,551▲24.1% | 990 |
| 2022 | $57,272,673▲7.0% | $56,740,546▲11.0% | $13,013,091▲5.5% | $24,068,817▲29.1% | 990 |
| 2021 | $53,515,657▲1.6% | $51,096,418▲3.2% | $12,330,214▲23.7% | $18,639,421▲29.2% | 990 |
| 2020 | $52,670,960▲7.4% | $49,508,912▲3.4% | $9,964,807▲46.5% | $14,426,919▲18.9% | 990 |
| 2019 | $49,025,425▼4.1% | $47,891,886▼5.1% | $6,802,759▲20.2% | $12,137,242▲17.4% | 990 |
| 2018 | $51,114,547▲7.9% | $50,463,449▲7.1% | $5,659,437▲72.2% | $10,338,669▲40.8% | 990 |
| 2017 | $47,385,244▲9.8% | $47,135,959▲8.5% | $3,287,155▲8.2% | $7,343,714▲7.8% | 990 |
| 2016 | $43,171,956▼0.7% | $43,431,838▲4.6% | $3,037,870▼7.9% | $6,811,863 | 990 |
| 2015 | $43,488,832▲21.1% | $41,528,716▲22.5% | $3,297,752▲66.2% | $6,808,474▲33.0% | 990 |
| 2014 | $35,905,166▲96.8% | $33,900,973▲71.4% | $1,984,362▲10106% | $5,120,571▲19.5% | 990 |
| 2013 | $18,248,135 | $19,781,182▼4.8% | -$19,831▼101% | $4,286,107▼26.7% | 990 |
| 2012 | — | $20,786,597▲24.0% | $1,513,216▼40.7% | $5,848,668▲3.3% | 990 |
| 2011 | — | $16,768,067▲0.6% | $2,551,971▼13.4% | $5,661,618▼1.4% | 990 |
| 2009 | — | $16,674,059 | $2,945,887 | $5,739,638 | 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: Bradford Lcoulter — $230,000 (0.38% of total expenses)
| Name | Title | Hours/week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bradford Lcoulter | President An | 40 | $230,000 |
| Starr Allen-pettway | Coo | 40 | $170,000 |
| Cristal Claussen | Vp of Head S | 40 | $132,000 |
| Caneia Taylor | Board Liaiso | — | — |
| Catherine Calvano | Cfo | — | — |
| Dimitrius Hutcherson | Board Member | — | — |
| Duane Garth | Board Treasu | — | — |
| Eileen Storer-smith | Board Member | — | — |
| Eric Longs | Board Secret | — | — |
| Frank Ervin III | Board Chair | — | — |
| Heidi Ford | Board Member | — | — |
| Keith James | Board Member | — | — |
| Kim Blotkamp-hilliard | Board Member | — | — |
| Krista M Pankopf | Board Member | — | — |
| Laura You | Board Member | — | — |
| Maria Salinas | Board Member | — | — |
| Nancy Combs | Board Progra | — | — |
| Paul Rentenbach | Board Member | — | — |
| Peter Archangel | Audit Comm. | — | — |
| Sheila English | Board Member | — | — |
Top vendors & contractors (FY2014)
| Contractor | Services | Paid |
|---|---|---|
| Sam Attisha | Programmer | $145,800 |
| Dr Paul Benson | Provides Program Services - Ryan White P | $116,117 |
| Chris Abro | Programmer | $114,400 |
Grants received · $14.1M total
72 grants to Matrix Human Services totaling $14.1M, reported by foundations on their Schedule I filings — showing the 15 most recent.
| Grantmaker | Purpose | Year | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit Employment Solutions Corporation | Subcontractor payments for employment and training programs | 2024 | $637,652 |
| Enterprise Community Partners Inc | Preservation | 2024 | $66,505 |
| Charities Aid Foundation America | Charitable donation | 2024 | $23,999 |
| Community Foundation For Southeast Michigan | Human services | 2024 | $6,606 |
| Detroit Employment Solutions Corporation | Subcontractor | 2023 | $1,260,475 |
| United Way For Southeastern Michigan | Grant | 2023 | $831,580 |
| Enterprise Community Partners Inc | Community development fund | 2023 | $195,000 |
| Community Foundation For Southeast Michigan | Human services | 2023 | $87,612 |
| Detroit Area Agency On Aging | Senior services | 2023 | $63,154 |
| American Online Giving Foundation Inc | General support | 2023 | $22,860 |
| Charities Aid Foundation America | Charitable donation | 2023 | $10,350 |
| Caresource | General support | 2023 | $10,000 |
| United Way For Southeastern Michigan | Designation | 2023 | $5,914 |
| Detroit Employment Solutions Corporation | Subcontractor | 2022 | $1,459,836 |
| United Way For Southeastern Michigan | Grant | 2022 | $561,585 |
Frequently asked questions
- Is Matrix Human Services a legitimate nonprofit?
- Yes. Matrix Human Services is a 501(c)(3) organization registered with the U.S. Internal Revenue Service under EIN 38-1358015, based in Detroit, Michigan. Donations are tax-deductible.
- What is Matrix Human Services's EIN?
- Matrix Human Services's Employer Identification Number (EIN) is 38-1358015.
- How much revenue does Matrix Human Services report?
- Matrix Human Services reported $63,260,685 in total revenue on its fiscal year 2023 IRS Form 990 filing.
- How much of Matrix Human Services's spending goes to programs?
- Matrix Human Services spends about 95% of its total expenses on programs, based on its latest IRS Form 990.
- What financial grade does Matrix Human Services have?
- CharityIndex grades Matrix Human Services A, based on program efficiency and fundraising cost.
- How much does Matrix Human Services's highest-paid employee make?
- The highest reported compensation on Matrix Human Services's latest Form 990 is $230,000, paid to Bradford Lcoulter (President An).
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Data for Matrix Human Services (EIN 38-1358015) 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.