Ozark Center
86% goes to programs $0 to raise $100 Strong reserves
Ozark Center is a 501(c)(3) organization based in Joplin, Missouri, registered in 1967, with $64,827,238 in FY2024 revenue. CharityIndex grades it A, and it directs about 86% of spending to programs.
Po Box 2526, Joplin, MO, 64803 EIN 43-0821959 Since 1967
Revenue (FY2024)
$64.8M
▲ 7.8% vs prior year
Mental Health median: $333K
Expenses (FY2024)
$59.1M
Net assets
$151.7M
Employees
748
CharityIndex rating
One independent A+ to F grade from four published criteria, each scored separately from IRS filings and combined by weight.
A
AProgram efficiency40% of the rating86% 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 Ozark Center: 86% to programs · $0 to raise $100 earns a A on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
AFinancial health25% of the rating31 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 Ozark Center: 31 mo reserves · +9% 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 Ozark Center: 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 Ozark Center: 5 of 5 disclosure signals earns a A+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
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Mission
Ozark center provides behavioral health services that span a full continuum of care including psychiatric, substance use and autism spectrum disorders. see schedule o for additional information.
What they do
Will's place, developed by ozark center and freeman health system in conjunction with the missouri department of mental health, provide comprehensive behavioral health services to newborns through age 25. licensed therapists offer a variety of treatment programs alone a continuum of care for children and adolescents who have experienced trauma. all services, developmentally and age appropriate are responsible to the child's needs. during the year, will's place served 2,814 clients.
The community care program focuses on services to individuals in our community diagnosed with a chronic mental illness. 1,275 individuals were served this year. the organization strives to assist them in maintaining a life of dignity in the least restrictive environment possible. living arrangements may span from living in a community apartment to living in a residential care facility. ozark center operates a 16 bed residential care facility in joplin. areas of assistance include: teaching patients coping skills, daily living skills, budgeting, how to access supports available in our community, and vocational rehabilitation supports.
Other programs include the following: new directions substance abuse program provides a range of services including outpatient, residential, modified medical detox, and satop(traffic offender program) services. new directions served 2,160 people this year. the bill and virginia leffen center for autism uses applied behavioral analysis to provide outpatient services and in intensive day program, including a kindergarten through twelfth grade program. 232 people were served this year for autism services. ozark center also operates a 24 hour crisis hotline. mobile crisis services are available when an identified need is present. turnaround ranch is a youth residential program that provides a safe environment for children and adolescents between the ages of 9-18 who are experiencing psychiatric problems. many of these children have been abused or neglected and are seriously emotionally disturbed. licensed therapists counsel the children and their families in an effort to return the child to a home environment that is safe. 60 children were served this year.
Contact & location
- Address
- Po Box 2526, Joplin, MO, 64803
- City
- Joplin
- State
- Missouri
- Subcategory
- Mental Health Treatment
- Phone
- …
- Website
- …
Financial trends
Revenue grew from $35.0M (FY2013) to $64.8M (FY2024) across 12 reported years.
Financial snapshot
Financial health & position (FY2024)
Liabilities $6.5MNet assets $151.7M
Operating margin
8.8%
Revenue exceeded expenses in the latest fiscal year.
Total assets
$158.2M
Total liabilities
$6.5M
Net assets
$151.7M
Salaries & benefits
$39.6M
67% of expenses
Board members
7
5 independent
Financials by year
| Fiscal year | Revenue | Expenses | Net assets | Total assets | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $64,827,238▲7.8% | $59,124,631▲7.8% | $151,651,843▲6.9% | $158,161,262▲8.0% | 990 |
| 2023 | $60,133,763▲2.1% | $54,836,149▲6.0% | $141,861,560▲14.2% | $146,500,101▲13.7% | 990 |
| 2022 | $58,893,594▲2.3% | $51,708,146▲8.9% | $124,187,845▲0.3% | $128,852,051▲0.8% | 990 |
| 2021 | $57,561,635▼1.8% | $47,475,577▲5.8% | $123,831,852▲6.2% | $127,844,550▲5.2% | 990 |
| 2020 | $58,598,788▲9.4% | $44,877,265▼4.5% | $116,559,647▲35.6% | $121,553,033▲34.0% | 990 |
| 2019 | $53,549,799▲2.1% | $46,990,178▲8.0% | $85,935,056▼0.2% | $90,742,533▼0.3% | 990 |
| 2018 | $52,443,702▲12.2% | $43,517,969▲7.1% | $86,108,056▲9.9% | $91,036,562▲10.1% | 990 |
| 2017 | $46,723,782▲6.8% | $40,644,710▲7.1% | $78,325,590▲11.0% | $82,720,226▲10.2% | 990 |
| 2016 | $43,728,873▲7.9% | $37,949,682▲12.0% | $70,578,507▲14.4% | $75,066,031▲14.9% | 990 |
| 2015 | $40,523,654▲8.5% | $33,890,331▲8.7% | $61,685,875▲5.2% | $65,321,754▲5.2% | 990 |
| 2014 | $37,336,093▲6.5% | $31,164,666▲1.0% | $58,654,208▲11.9% | $62,064,120▲11.4% | 990 |
| 2013 | $35,041,879 | $30,869,607▲1.1% | $52,410,660▲15.3% | $55,698,813▲14.1% | 990 |
| 2012 | — | $30,536,006▲4.8% | $45,437,589▲19.5% | $48,800,350▲19.6% | 990 |
| 2011 | — | $29,144,831▲37.2% | $38,009,861▲56.1% | $40,802,876▲53.1% | 990 |
| 2009 | — | $21,246,735 | $24,353,760 | $26,645,396 | 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: Dr Nauman Ashraf — $592,600 (1.00% of total expenses)
| Name | Title | Hours/week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dr Nauman Ashraf | Physician | 50 | $592,600 |
| Dr Allison Smith | Physician | 50 | $584,406 |
| Dr Jeffrey Shane Bradley | Physician | 50 | $494,429 |
| Vicky Mieseler | Chief Executive Officer | 52.5 | $378,362 |
| Mary Parrigon | Chief Operating Officer | 50 | $352,248 |
| Dr Savitha Kumari Satyasi | Physician | 50 | $351,066 |
| Tami C King | Nurse Practitioner | 50 | $329,138 |
| Timothy Del Camp | Chief Clinical Officer | 50 | $215,145 |
| Nathan Mordica | Chief Financial Officer | 50 | $197,846 |
| Dr Charles Bentlage | Secretary/treasurer | 27 | $51,999 |
| Charles Keeter | Director | 2.5 | — |
| Doug Doll | Chairman | 2.5 | — |
| Kelly Walters | Director | 2.5 | — |
| Paula Baker Ms | President and Ceo, Freeman Health System/director | 6 | — |
| Richard V Demier | Vice Chairman | 2.5 | — |
| Vickie Barnes | Director | 2.5 | — |
Top vendors & contractors (FY2024)
| Contractor | Services | Paid |
|---|---|---|
| Marion Company LLC | Construction | $3,298,729 |
| Weatherby Locums Inc | Clinic Staffing | $544,446 |
| Integrated Psychiatric Consultants PA | Clinic Staffing | $385,430 |
| Blevins Asphalt Construction Co | Construction | $268,392 |
| Corner Greer & Associates | Architect & Engineering | $127,732 |
Grants received · $6.2M total
14 grants to Ozark Center totaling $6.2M, reported by foundations on their Schedule I filings.
| Grantmaker | Purpose | Year | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Freeman Health System | Support | 2024 | $236,000 |
| Freeman Health System | Support | 2023 | $104,691 |
| Freeman Health System | Support | 2022 | $123,583 |
| The Blackbaud Giving Fund | General support | 2022 | $25,000 |
| The Mental Health Association of New York City Inc | Lifeline services | 2022 | $9,000 |
| Freeman Health System | Support | 2021 | $171,192 |
| Freeman Health System | Support | 2020 | $369,636 |
| Freeman Health System | Support | 2020 | $369,636 |
| Freeman Health System | Support | 2019 | $389,979 |
| Freeman Health System | Support | 2018 | $424,580 |
| Freeman Health System | Support | 2017 | $478,940 |
| Freeman Health System | Support | 2016 | $2,252,862 |
| Freeman Health System | Support | 2015 | $684,990 |
| Freeman Health System | Support | 2014 | $607,384 |
Grants made · $16K in FY2024
1 grant totaling $16K in FY2024. All grants made by Ozark Center →
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri Southern Foundation | Support | $16,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
- Is Ozark Center a legitimate nonprofit?
- Yes. Ozark Center is a 501(c)(3) organization registered with the U.S. Internal Revenue Service under EIN 43-0821959, based in Joplin, Missouri. Donations are tax-deductible.
- What is Ozark Center's EIN?
- Ozark Center's Employer Identification Number (EIN) is 43-0821959.
- How much revenue does Ozark Center report?
- Ozark Center reported $64,827,238 in total revenue on its fiscal year 2024 IRS Form 990 filing.
- How much of Ozark Center's spending goes to programs?
- Ozark Center spends about 86% of its total expenses on programs, based on its latest IRS Form 990.
- What financial grade does Ozark Center have?
- CharityIndex grades Ozark Center A, based on program efficiency and fundraising cost.
- How much does Ozark Center's highest-paid employee make?
- The highest reported compensation on Ozark Center's latest Form 990 is $592,600, paid to Dr Nauman Ashraf (Physician).
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Data for Ozark Center (EIN 43-0821959) 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.