NonprofitsNew Avenues To Independence Inc

Human Services

New Avenues To Independence Inc

CLEVELAND, OH

Total revenue

$17.3M

Total expenses

$15.7M

Net assets

$5.5M

Grants received

$1.0M

52 grants

EIN

340871661

Tax year

2024

Mission

To uphold the dignity of persons with disabilities by increasing accessibility through innovative opportunities for community connection and achievement.

Programs

3 programs

New avenues' community-based services program supports adults (18+) with intellectual and developmental disabilities who seek residential assistance for daily living and community engagement. Our approach is to listen and tailor services to help each individual achieve their goals. We focus on fostering the highest possible independence-whether by helping build relationships with housemates or connecting individuals to community opportunities. Over time, services are designed to gradually reduce as individuals develop the skills and social connections needed to participate in community life without paid supports.

Expenses: $3.7M

New avenues offers inclusion services for adults with disabilities, supporting their active engagement in community life and competitive employment. Our personalized services help individuals achieve personal and professional goals, working one-on-one or in small groups (typically four or fewer) within public community settings. We prioritize using non-disability-specific resources, like public transportation. Our focus is to foster maximum independence through real-life teaching and coaching, helping individuals build community relationships. Services gradually reduce as each person gains skills and connections to participate without paid support.

Expenses: $342K

Other programs

Expenses: $171K

Financials

FY 2024

Revenue

Contributions & grants$833K
Program service revenue$16.4M
Investment income$83K
Other revenue
Total revenue$17.3M

Expenses

Grants paid
Salaries & benefits$10.8M
Fundraising$111K
Other expenses$5.0M
Total expenses$15.7M
Total assets$10.3M
Net assets$5.5M

People

13 listed

NameRoleCompensation

MELANIE CARNES

CEO AS OF 4/1/24

Board

$150K

40 hrs/wk

AMIE ESPINOZA GONZALES

CHIEF PROGRAM OFFICER

Board

$130K

40 hrs/wk

JOSEPH LAWRENCE

CFO FROM 1/30/24

Board

$108K

40 hrs/wk

MICHAEL J LAHETA

CFO THRU 1/30/24

Board

$54K

40 hrs/wk

KAREN KNAVEL

CEO THRU 1/7/24

Board

$22K

40 hrs/wk

ROXANA STOICEA

DIRECTOR

Board

2 hrs/wk

STEVE KACHUR

CHAIR

Board

2 hrs/wk

JOYCE BRESLER

DIRECTOR EMERITUS

Board

2 hrs/wk

RICHARD EBNER

DIRECTOR

Board

2 hrs/wk

JAMES F PUFFENBERGER

VICE CHAIR

Board

2 hrs/wk

JUSTIN MILLER

TREASURER

Board

2 hrs/wk

JENNA ALLEN

SECRETARY

Board

2 hrs/wk

MICHAEL PRIMROSE

DIRECTOR

Board

2 hrs/wk

Independent contractors

MOORE'S HELPING HANDS

MAINTENANCE

$429K

LC FLUHARTY CONSTRUCTION LLC

CONSTRUCTION

$303K

TRANSFRM

IT SERVICES

$153K

ESC OF THE WESTERN RESERVE

ACTIVITY PERSONNEL CONTRACT

$127K

BRIGHTSTAR

HABILITATION STAFF CONTRACT

$117K

Grants received

Showing 52 of 52

FromAmountPurposeYear
$450K
GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT
2024
$12K
GENERAL/UNRESTRICTED
2024
$2K
CHARITABLE
2024
$30K
MEDICAL GAP PROJECT
2023
$21K
UNRESTRICTED
2023
$15K
INCREASING INDEPENDENCE FOR INDIVIDUALS
2023
$10K
GENERAL PURPOSE
2023
$10K
GENERAL/UNRESTRICTED
2023
$5K
GENERAL SUPPORT
2023
$3K
Program Support
2023
$3K
INCREASING ACCESS TO COMMUNITY-BASED INCLUSION ACTIVITIES FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES
2023
$3K
ASSISTANCE FOR SOCIAL SERVICES
2023
$2K
CHARITABLE
2023
$47K
GENERAL SUPPORT/BOARD MEMBER CONTRIBUTION
2022
$30K
MEDICAL GAP PROJECT
2022
$20K
SPECIAL PURPOSE - Funding for Human Resources Software Project
2022
$14K
UNRESTRICTED
2022
$10K
GENERAL/UNRESTRICTED
2022
$5K
GENERAL SUPPORT
2022
$2K
CHARITABLE
2022
$2K
ASSISTANCE FOR SOCIAL SERVICES
2022
$150
CHARITABLE CONTRIBUTIONS
2022
$21K
UNRESTRICTED
2021
$10K
GENERAL/UNRESTRICTED
2021
$2K
ASSISTANCE FOR SOCIAL SERVICES
2021
$500
CHARITABLE
2021
$17K
Unrestricted
2020
$10K
DAF - Housing - Indiv w/Disabilities
2020
$10K
PURCHASE TECHNOLOGY
2020
$10K
GENERAL SUPPORT
2020
$10K
GENERAL/UNRESTRICTED
2020
$10K
APPLAUSE MATCH - GENERAL FUND / NO RESTRICTIONS
2020
$9K
COVID EMERGENCY GRANT CHECK - TECHNOLOGY
2020
$5K
For grant recipient's exempt purposes
2020
$5K
GENERAL PURPOSE
2020
$3K
PAYMENT FOR SUMMER CAMP PROGRAMS
2020
$2K
ASSISTANCE FOR SOCIAL SERVICES
2020
$2K
CHARITABLE
2020
$5K
For grant recipient's exempt purposes
2019
$2K
ASSISTANCE FOR SOCIAL SERVICES
2019
$60K
IT PROJECT MANAGER
2018
$40K
SPECIAL PURPOSE - GRANTS PLUS & APPLAUSE PROGRAM SUPPORT
2018
$32K
Unrestricted
2018
$10K
EVENT SPONSORSHIP - APPLAUSE MATCH - GENERAL FUND / NO RESTRICTIONS
2018
$10K
GENERAL/UNRESTRICTED
2018
$5K
GENERAL SUPPORT
2018
$1K
PROGRAM/OPERATING SUPPORT
2018
$10K
DAF -Housing - Indiv wDisabilities
2017
$6K
GENERAL SUPPORT, CONTRIBUTION
2017
$2K
CHARITABLE
2017

Funded by

$1.0M from 22 funders · 52 grants · 2017–2024

American Endowment Foundation

$450K · 1 grant · 2024

The Cleveland Foundation

$107K · 2 grants · 2018–2022

Network For Good

$106K · 5 grants · 2018–2023

The Enterline Foundation

$80K · 4 grants · 2018–2022

The Muskin Family Foundation

$62K · 6 grants · 2018–2024

E S Prentiss Foundation-Ir

$60K · 2 grants · 2022–2023

Community Fund Management

$19K · 2 grants · 2020

Details

EIN340871661
NTEE codeP820
Subsection03
Ruling date1956-10
Formed1952
Employees392
Volunteers50
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