The Opportunity Alliance is a 501(c)(3) organization based in S Portland, Maine, registered in 1965, with $40,279,506 in FY2024 revenue. CharityIndex grades it A, and it directs about 88% of spending to programs.
Revenue (FY2024)
$40.3M
▲ 10.2% vs prior year
Human Services median: $293K
Expenses (FY2024)
$39.4M
Net assets
$12.0M
Employees
667
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 The Opportunity Alliance: 88% to programs · $1 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 The Opportunity Alliance: 4 mo reserves · +2% margin earns a A 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 The Opportunity Alliance: 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 The Opportunity Alliance: 5 of 5 disclosure signals earns a A+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
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Transforming our community by helping people in need build better lives.
Behavioral health & wellness- a continuum of community and residential mental health and substance use disorder services for children and adults.community mental healthbehavioral health home (bhh): delivers integrated care to people who struggle with mental health. bhh care coordinators, in collaboration with the program nurse care manager, help clients consider their needs around housing, health care, finances, work, education, social and recreation time, and other areas that are important to them. together, clients and care coordinators use this information to develop a treatment plan made up of individual goals and preferences.broadway crossings adult crisis stabilization unit: with a capacity of eight adult beds, this short-term crisis stabilization unit provides an alternative to hospitalization that allows people to remain connected to their support networks in the community.children's behavioral health home: an integrated approach working to meet the physical and mental health needs of children and young adults with developmental, behavioral, or mental health concerns.mobile crisis response services-mobile outreach: available 24- hours a day, 365 days a year, individuals and families experiencing a behavioral health crisis have immediate and free access to a team of trained professionals.high fidelity wraparound: this program offers a family-centered, community-oriented, strengths-based, individualized planning process that relies on a balance of formal and informal supports to help children and families achieve their goals.homeless youth services: community-based case management services for youth and families at risk of or currently experiencing homelessness in southern maine.the maine crisis line statewide crisis telephone response: the maine crisis line (mcl) is the state's crisis telephone response service for individuals or families experiencing a behavioral health crisis or having thoughts of suicide and/or self-harm. trained crisis call specialists answer the line and provide free and confidential telephone support and stabilization 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. mcl is the single point of entry to maine's behavioral health crisis services system through the toll-free number: 1-888-568-1112. the 988 suicide and crisis lifeline, a new three-digit dialing code available nationwide as an easy-to-remember connection to help for anyone experiencing a suicidal or mental health crisis. in maine, calls to 988 are routed to the maine crisis line, operated by toa.the project for assistance in transition from homelessness (path): outreach, engagement, and referral services for people with mental illness and those with co-occurring substance use disorders who are experiencing homelessness in york and cumberland county.residential servicesgordon green: an eight-bed permanent residence providing intensive treatment and support for elderly adults under guardianship with a combination of challenges including mental illness and disabilities related to age or physical impairments.helen winslow ray house: with a capacity of eight residents, this program provides trauma-informed treatment and support services to adults living with mental illness. often clients have co-occurring conditions, such as chronic health problems and/or substance use disorders.morrison place: a 12-bed treatment facility offering intensive individualized treatment of homeless adults with co-occurring mental health and substance abuse issues. the program helps clients to achieve recovery and lead sober, stable lives through education and group and individual counseling. throughout their time at morrison place, clients learn to build strong relationships with peers, family and friends, and other individuals throughout the community.the ocean street residential program: provides trauma-informed treatment and support services to eight adults living with mental illness complicated by co-occurring chronic health conditions as well as a potential substance use diso
Revenue grew from $27.9M (FY2013) to $40.3M (FY2024) across 12 reported years.
Financial snapshot
Operating margin
2.1%
Revenue exceeded expenses in the latest fiscal year.
Total assets
$21.0M
Total liabilities
$9.0M
Net assets
$12.0M
Salaries & benefits
$29.3M
74% of expenses
Board members
16
16 independent
| Fiscal year | Revenue | Expenses | Net assets | Total assets | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $40,279,506▲10.2% | $39,430,374▲5.8% | $11,992,501▲10.8% | $20,967,347▼12.3% | 990 |
| 2023 | $36,544,941▼36.5% | $37,252,730▼34.7% | $10,821,092▼0.6% | $23,910,412▼6.6% | 990 |
| 2022 | $57,557,910▼32.1% | $57,055,310▼32.9% | $10,884,915▲9.6% | $25,605,234▼1.8% | 990 |
| 2021 | $84,718,963▲72.5% | $84,991,231▲91.0% | $9,934,754▼9.5% | $26,061,913▲12.1% | 990 |
| 2020 | $49,098,638▲48.0% | $44,487,381▲36.7% | $10,976,450▲82.5% | $23,247,891▲25.1% | 990 |
| 2019 | $33,165,243▲12.7% | $32,544,843▲12.6% | $6,013,563▲12.9% | $18,580,124▲44.8% | 990 |
| 2018 | $29,420,362▲6.0% | $28,907,045▲4.3% | $5,325,593▲15.0% | $12,834,072▼6.1% | 990 |
| 2017 | $27,743,870▲5.5% | $27,713,115▲3.3% | $4,629,956▲3.3% | $13,662,079▲5.5% | 990 |
| 2016 | $26,306,246▼4.0% | $26,823,739▼2.5% | $4,483,141▼8.3% | $12,953,475▼8.6% | 990 |
| 2015 | $27,399,911▼0.5% | $27,513,364▲2.0% | $4,889,140▼2.6% | $14,168,993▼16.8% | 990 |
| 2014 | $27,538,859▼1.3% | $26,962,240▼2.4% | $5,018,724▲12.4% | $17,037,793▼1.9% | 990 |
| 2013 | $27,911,895 | $27,624,986▲56.9% | $4,465,756▲7.3% | $17,362,811▼10.5% | 990 |
| 2012 | — | $17,604,356▲0.8% | $4,160,556▲183% | $19,399,582▲234% | 990 |
| 2010 | — | $17,467,005 | $1,471,252 | $5,803,596 | 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: Joseph R Everett — $185,666 (0.47% of total expenses)
| Name | Title | Hours/week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Joseph R Everett | President & Ceo | 40 | $185,666 |
| Dawn A Ouellette | Chief Financial Officer | 40 | $159,454 |
| Louise M Marsden | Vp of Children & Family Services | 40 | $154,930 |
| Sarah D Maxwell | Chief Operating Officer | 40 | $136,544 |
| Karen A Turgeon | Vp of Programs | 40 | $120,825 |
| Kristin Ricciardone | Vp of Residential Programs | 40 | $117,990 |
| Ashley Goulet | Vp of Operations | 40 | $113,259 |
| Abusana Micky Bondo | Trustee | 1 | — |
| Anne Lafond | Trustee | 3 | — |
| Anneliese Gerland | Trustee | 1 | — |
| Bernie Kavanagh | Trustee | 1 | — |
| Betsy Tod | Trustee | 1 | — |
| Erin Diekema | Treasurer | 1 | — |
| Frances Hutchinson | Trustee | 1 | — |
| Ghomri Rostampour | Trustee | 1 | — |
| Jeanne Hulit | Trustee | 1 | — |
| Josh Steirman | Board Chair | 3 | — |
| Kris Sahonchik | Secretary | 3 | — |
| Meghan Henry | Trustee | 1 | — |
| Nina Trowbridge | Trustee | 1 | — |
| Contractor | Services | Paid |
|---|---|---|
| Wgtech | It Services and Consultation | $750,522 |
| Invisors LLC | Software Implementation | $241,148 |
| Boulos Asset Management | Facility Repairs and Maintenance | $204,019 |
| Qualifacts Systems LLC | Software Implementation | $172,783 |
| Inflow Communications LLC | Software Implementation | $140,633 |
34 grants to The Opportunity Alliance totaling $1.5M, reported by foundations on their Schedule I filings — showing the 15 most recent.
| Grantmaker | Purpose | Year | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maine Community Foundation Inc | Children & youth services | 2024 | $13,570 |
| Vitamin Angel Alliance Inc | Nutritional supplements | 2024 | $9,526 |
| American Online Giving Foundation Inc | General support | 2024 | $5,060 |
| Morgan Stanley Global Impact Funding Trust Inc | Unrestricted general support | 2024 | $5,000 |
| American Online Giving Foundation Inc | General support | 2023 | $33,724 |
| Donor Advised Charitable Giving | Human services | 2023 | $19,400 |
| Maine Community Foundation Inc | Children & youth services | 2023 | $16,730 |
| Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund | For grant recipient's exempt purposes | 2023 | $10,865 |
| Donor Advised Charitable Giving | Human services | 2022 | $20,800 |
| The Mental Health Association of New York City Inc | Lifeline services | 2022 | $15,000 |
| Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund | For grant recipient's exempt purposes | 2022 | $11,175 |
| American Endowment Foundation | General operating support | 2022 | $5,000 |
| Donor Advised Charitable Giving | Human services | 2021 | $14,650 |
| Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund | For grant recipient's exempt purposes | 2021 | $13,765 |
| Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund | For grant recipient's exempt purposes | 2021 | $13,765 |
12 grants totaling $696K in FY2024. All grants made by The Opportunity Alliance →
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Out Maine | Toa is providing youth engagement services in district 2. because the contract requires statewide staffing, subcontractors will employ district-level youth engagement staff in all other public health districts. | $106,244 |
| Yellow Tulip Project | Toa is providing youth engagement services in district 2. because the contract requires statewide staffing, subcontractors will employ district-level youth engagement staff in all other public health districts. | $98,125 |
| University of Maine System Inc | Toa is providing youth engagement services in district 2. because the contract requires statewide staffing, subcontractors will employ district-level youth engagement staff in all other public health districts. | $95,162 |
| Wabanaki Public Health and Wellness Npc | Toa is providing youth engagement services in district 2. because the contract requires statewide staffing, subcontractors will employ district-level youth engagement staff in all other public health districts. | $86,740 |
| Maine Recovery Access Project | Toa is providing youth engagement services in district 2. because the contract requires statewide staffing, subcontractors will employ district-level youth engagement staff in all other public health districts. | $84,264 |
| Maine Immigrants Rights Coalition | Toa is providing youth engagement services in district 2. because the contract requires statewide staffing, subcontractors will employ district-level youth engagement staff in all other public health districts. | $45,000 |
| Maine Peoples Resource Center | Toa is providing youth engagement services in district 2. because the contract requires statewide staffing, subcontractors will employ district-level youth engagement staff in all other public health districts. | $43,807 |
| Maine Conservation Alliance | Toa is providing youth engagement services in district 2. because the contract requires statewide staffing, subcontractors will employ district-level youth engagement staff in all other public health districts. | $33,193 |
| Mobilize Recovery | Toa is providing services in the brunswick area. | $32,802 |
| Healthy Acadia | Toa is providing youth engagement services in district 2. because the contract requires statewide staffing, subcontractors will employ district-level youth engagement staff in all other public health districts. | $32,000 |
| Penquis C A P Inc | Toa is providing youth engagement services in district 2. because the contract requires statewide staffing, subcontractors will employ district-level youth engagement staff in all other public health districts. | $24,056 |
| Aroostook Mental Health Services Inc | Toa is providing youth engagement services in district 2. because the contract requires statewide staffing, subcontractors will employ district-level youth engagement staff in all other public health districts. | $14,219 |
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Data for The Opportunity Alliance (EIN 01-0274725) 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.