Upstate Cerebral Palsy Inc is a 501(c)(3) organization based in Utica, New York, registered in 1951, with $124,592,778 in FY2024 revenue. CharityIndex grades it A, and it directs about 88% of spending to programs.
Revenue (FY2024)
$124.6M
▲ 10.8% vs prior year
Diseases median: $206K
Expenses (FY2024)
$123.5M
Net assets
$44.7M
Employees
2,242
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 Upstate Cerebral Palsy Inc: 88% to programs · $0 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 Upstate Cerebral Palsy Inc: 4 mo reserves · +1% 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 Upstate Cerebral Palsy Inc: 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 Upstate Cerebral Palsy Inc: 5 of 5 disclosure signals earns a A+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
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Upstate cerebral palsy, inc. provides a comprehensive array of direct care services and programs for individuals who are physically, developmentally or mentally challenged. services provided include preschool and school age education, clinical/medical diagnostic and treatment, primary care, home and community based waiver services, residences, mental health programs, adult day treatment, crisis care services, and day care
Upstate cerebral palsy, inc. operates 24 individualized residential alternatives (ira's) throughout central new york. these residential programs focus on individualized services that promote independence. adults living in an ira focus on building and enhancing skills for everyday living such as; cooking, cleaning, laundry, hygiene, etc. individuals are also involved in community volunteer work and/or supportive employment opportunities, as well as increased recreation opportunities in the community. 199 beds.
Upstate cerebral palsy, inc. operates inclusive preschool programs called new discoveries learning centers for children ages 3 to 5 years of age at 6 locations throughout central new york. these programs work in conjunction with area school districts to provide special education services for preschool students in a setting that includes children at all developmental levels. upstate cerebral palsy, inc. also provides special education services for school age children, 6 to 21 years of age, called the tradewinds education center. the tradewinds education center is a comprehensive educational and residential program for children with severe behavioral and developmental disabilities. using a comprehensive approach with each child, the education, clinical and residential staff, in conjunction with families, develops and implements goals and objectives focusing on the overall growth and development of each student. 573 kids served, in 5 locations.
Other programs include day habilitation, clinic, community services, self-direction, mental health residential services and other services to individuals with meth health and developmental disabilities.
Revenue grew from $74.3M (FY2013) to $124.6M (FY2024) across 12 reported years.
Financial snapshot
Operating margin
0.9%
Revenue exceeded expenses in the latest fiscal year.
Total assets
$75.8M
Total liabilities
$31.1M
Net assets
$44.7M
Salaries & benefits
$99.4M
80% of expenses
Board members
16
16 independent
| Fiscal year | Revenue | Expenses | Net assets | Total assets | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $124,592,778▲10.8% | $123,497,488▲13.3% | $44,734,213▲2.2% | $75,808,348▲5.9% | 990 |
| 2023 | $112,411,929▼3.8% | $108,954,305▼5.4% | $43,770,140▲16.9% | $71,599,406▲16.3% | 990 |
| 2022 | $116,869,850▲14.5% | $115,125,698▲14.8% | $37,431,787▼9.4% | $61,548,271▼3.2% | 990 |
| 2021 | $102,098,515▲7.2% | $100,312,881▲6.2% | $41,296,829▲7.6% | $63,573,616▼0.4% | 990 |
| 2020 | $95,266,560▼1.1% | $94,420,185▼1.2% | $38,393,142▲10.3% | $63,859,485▲12.9% | 990 |
| 2019 | $96,287,046▲3.9% | $95,568,569▲4.0% | $34,793,742▲11.4% | $56,551,781▲3.3% | 990 |
| 2018 | $92,686,543▼0.7% | $91,906,387▲0.6% | $31,224,221▲10.1% | $54,724,121▲12.0% | 990 |
| 2017 | $93,374,322▲8.7% | $91,328,400▲6.7% | $28,362,363▲9.9% | $48,870,808▲11.4% | 990 |
| 2016 | $85,875,588▲8.8% | $85,565,623▲8.5% | $25,809,143▲4.3% | $43,862,971▼8.6% | 990 |
| 2015 | $78,924,465▲4.1% | $78,879,725▲4.6% | $24,744,562▼2.7% | $47,966,121▼4.6% | 990 |
| 2014 | $75,819,620▲2.0% | $75,416,123▲2.3% | $25,423,884▲2.4% | $50,301,191▲11.8% | 990 |
| 2013 | $74,332,548 | $73,733,833▼2.0% | $24,817,353▲9.0% | $44,977,326▲8.3% | 990 |
| 2012 | — | $75,226,622▼0.4% | $22,769,793▲5.7% | $41,525,656▲6.6% | 990 |
| 2010 | — | $75,538,621 | $21,541,841 | $38,943,364 | 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: Minhaj Siddiqi — $379,814 (0.31% of total expenses)
| Name | Title | Hours/week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minhaj Siddiqi | Psychiatrist | 40 | $379,814 |
| Geno Decondo | Executive Director | 40 | $351,607 |
| Kathleen Klosner | Chief Program Officer | 40 | $245,291 |
| Patricia Hays | Chief Talent and Administrative Officer | 40 | $238,079 |
| Dan Crowell | Cio & Foundation Director | 40 | $224,263 |
| Robert J Nole Jr | Chief Financial Officer | 40 | $222,636 |
| Erik Jacobson | Chief Psychologist | 40 | $214,070 |
| Andrew Ward | Director | 1 | — |
| Bradley Kowalczyk Thru May 2024 | Director | 1 | — |
| Brant Ford | Treasurer | 1 | — |
| Carol Turi | 1st Vice President | 1 | — |
| David Mathis | Director | 1 | — |
| Dean Kelly | 2nd Vice President | 1 | — |
| Dyte Giuffrida | Director | 1 | — |
| Edward Noonan | Director | 1 | — |
| Eileen Labarbera | Director | 1 | — |
| Eugene Falvo | Immediate Past President | 1 | — |
| Gary Heenan | Director | 1 | — |
| Gretchen Sprock | Director | 1 | — |
| James Turnbull IV | Director | 1 | — |
| Contractor | Services | Paid |
|---|---|---|
| Duane Morris LLP | Legal and Visa Services | $1,125,486 |
| Morales Brown | Psychiatrist | $421,000 |
| Mike's Floor Store | Contractor | $352,632 |
| Mis of Cny | Interpreting | $117,021 |
| Gilroy Kernan Gilroy | Insurance Agent | $111,192 |
6 grants to Upstate Cerebral Palsy Inc totaling $936K, reported by foundations on their Schedule I filings.
| Grantmaker | Purpose | Year | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors Inc | General | 2023 | $25,000 |
| Good360 | To assist those in need | 2018 | $260,315 |
| Good360 | To assist those in need | 2018 | $260,315 |
| Good360 | To assist those in need | 2017 | $307,721 |
| Central New York Care Collaborative Inc | Payments for community engagement forums | 2017 | $7,500 |
| Good360 | To assist those in need | 2016 | $75,415 |
1 grant totaling $250K in FY2014. All grants made by Upstate Cerebral Palsy Inc →
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Upstate Caring Partners Foundation | To help support programs and services for persons with developmental disabilities | $250,000 |
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Data for Upstate Cerebral Palsy Inc (EIN 15-0543657) 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.